Guests say
Aspen offers a peaceful and welcoming retreat with clean, comfortable lodges and friendly staff. Guests particularly enjoyed the hot tub, the on-site restaurant, and the unique presence of free-roaming peacocks. The location is central for exploring the Lake District, and the site is praised for its tranquil atmosphere. While some minor maintenance issues and the need to bring or hire towels were noted, the overall experience is highly positive, with many guests eager to return.
Most guests found the lodge and grounds to be spotlessly clean and well-kept, with only a couple of isolated comments about maintenance or cleanliness issues.
The property is described as central and convenient for Lake District attractions, with a peaceful setting. Some guests noted shops are a short drive away, but overall the location is highly regarded.
Guests frequently mentioned the lodges as comfortable, cosy, and homely, with high-quality bedding and restful sleep. Only minor comments about size for larger groups.
The hot tub, on-site restaurant, and peaceful grounds are highlights. Some guests noted minor issues with outdoor decking, kitchen equipment, and towel provision, but overall facilities are well-received.
Staff are described as friendly, helpful, and accommodating, with prompt responses to issues. No mention of gifts, but thoughtful touches like late check-out and extra amenities were appreciated. Please note that gifts are not guaranteed.
About this property
Lodge style holiday home with one master bedroom with flatscreen TV and en suite shower. One twin room and family shower room. Contemporary open plan lounge /dining area with flatscreen TV. Open plan kitchen with dishwasher, microwave, fridge freezer and oven/hob. Door leading to private deck with quality garden furniture, BBQ area and outdoor hot tub covered by a cabana with low level lighting. Double glazed and central heating.
Images are representative and may not be the specific accommodation assigned on booking.. Calthwaite Hall is uniquely set on the footprint of the barns used for a historic dairy farm and accompanying country house and gardens, this truly magical setting mixes historic country living with contemporary sophistication. Calthwaite maintains the traditions of a Cumbrian village with the old style estate sandstone village with church, primary school and worker cottages. The historic, gothic hall is at the centre of the village yet cleverly maintains the feeling of a hidden hideaway with formal lawned grounds and ornamental ponds designed by William Sawrey Gilpin, historic listed features such as the Portuguese Sweet Chestnut Specimen tree, hidden folly and veteran trees where cuckoos can be heard. No wonder the Howard family (of Castle Howard fame) previously used this as a country residence.
A range of accommodation can be found at Calthwaite Hall to suit everyone including romantic micro-lodges, luxury country cottage and contemporary, cosy lodge style holiday homes. Whichever you choose enjoy a steamy, bubbling hot tub with views to the Cumbrian starry skies or soak up the sounds of the resident peacocks calling to each other alongside the gentle neighing of cute Falabella miniature horses.
Perfectly placed to easily access the popular areas of the central and northern lake district. Calthwaite Hall also makes for easy journeys up to the Scottish borders or amble across into the western Pennine foothills. Traditional market towns, historic Roman remains, isolated fells and stunning waterfalls are all a short drive away.. Calthwaite Hall is uniquely set on the footprint of the barns used for a historic dairy farm and accompanying country house and gardens, this truly magical setting mixes historic country living with contemporary sophistication. Calthwaite maintains the traditions of a Cumbrian village with the old style estate sandstone village with church, primary school and worker cottages. The historic, gothic hall is at the centre of the village yet cleverly maintains the feeling of a hidden hideaway with formal lawned grounds and ornamental ponds designed by William Sawrey Gilpin, historic listed features such as the Portuguese Sweet Chestnut Specimen tree, hidden folly and veteran trees where cuckoos can be heard. No wonder the Howard family (of Castle Howard fame) previously used this as a country residence.
A range of accommodation can be found at Calthwaite Hall to suit everyone including romantic micro-lodges, luxury country cottage and contemporary, cosy lodge style holiday homes. Whichever you choose enjoy a steamy, bubbling hot tub with views to the Cumbrian starry skies or soak up the sounds of the resident peacocks calling to each other alongside the gentle neighing of cute Falabella miniature horses.
Perfectly placed to easily access the popular areas of the central and northern lake district. Calthwaite Hall also makes for easy journeys up to the Scottish borders or amble across into the western Pennine foothills. Traditional market towns, historic Roman remains, isolated fells and stunning waterfalls are all a short drive away.. Takeaway Service*
Afternoon Tea in the Hall grounds or Lodge*
Ornamental Bird Pond
On-site bar/restaurant. The bar/restaurant will be closed on Tuesdays, but open all other days serving a wide range of draught beers and fine wines and home cooked food.
*Charges apply
Security Deposit
A £100 security deposit is payable on arrival by credit or debit card. This will be refunded within 7 working days once the accommodation has been inspected by housekeeping after checkout.
Check out
Please note that check out is 09:00am, late check out will occur a £30 charge from the park.
Reviews (21)
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Louise
We absolutely loved our stay so much so that we stayed an extra 2nights. The lodge was very clean and had everything you needed, the hot tub was fantastic. The staff and the site owner were all so friendly and welcoming. Would definitely recommend to anyone just wanting a peaceful chill out experience. Cant wait to go back and visit again ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
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Natalie
The hall and grounds are so peaceful and calming. The animals are so nice to be around. The lodge itself could do with a little TLC to the decking area and outdoor furniture. The lodge really could do with fly nets too and a bigger bin for the kitchen, However the inside is lovely, The beds are really comfy, had the best nights sleep! The staff are so helpful and friendly. The pub across the road has great food and a lovely beer garden with games for the kids. The lodge site could do with a green area for seating, picnics and sunbathing as there wasn’t much outdoor space. We would come back here though great value for money!
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Demileigh
lovely quiet little lodge ,out of the way of the main lake district but so easy to travel to and from the lakes . host was helpful and friendly ,will only say the knives were a little blunt when cutting through raw meats ,woukd recommend you bring some yourself