Dexter Lodge offers a relaxing and enjoyable retreat in a beautiful, quiet area near Penrith, with guests particularly appreciating the hot tub and the on-site restaurant. The lodge is well-placed for exploring the Lake District and provides a peaceful atmosphere for unwinding. While most guests found the accommodation comfortable and the setting lovely, there were some concerns about the return of the security deposit and minor issues with cleanliness and sofa comfort. Overall, the lodge is praised for its location, amenities, and tranquil environment.
Most guests found the lodge clean and pleasant, though one review mentioned leftover confetti from previous guests, indicating occasional lapses in cleaning standards.
The lodge is set in a gorgeous, quiet area with easy access to the Lake District, making it ideal for days out and relaxation.
Beds were described as comfortable, but some guests noted that the sofas had sagged in the centre due to regular use.
Guests enjoyed the hot tub, on-site restaurant, and overall amenities, though there was a mention of maintenance concerns regarding hot tub usage and sofa wear.
There were no mentions of welcome gifts or extra thoughtful touches in the reviews, so a score cannot be provided for this category.
Spacious, luxurious lodge with master double with flatscreen TV, walk in wardrobe and en suite bath/shower room. Twin room and large family shower room. Country style open plan lounge/dining area with flatscreen TV. Shaker style kitchen with washing machine, dishwasher, microwave, fridge freezer and hob/oven. Door leading to private deck, BBQ area, quality garden furniture and outdoor hot tub covered by a cabana with low level lighting. Central heating and double glazed. Additional lawned area.. 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
Please be aware that Calthwaite Hall Lodges will only accept 2 small to medium dogs per accommodation. Please contact the park before check-in to advise the breed.
Security Deposit
A £100 security deposit is payable on arrival by credit or debit card. This will be refunded 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.
Paul
Lovely lodge set in a small quiet area,Hot tub was great after a day walking in the lakes.
Confirmed Guest
An incredidble relaxing retreat with a Hottub. Restaurant on site wirh very good food and drinks.
Shirley
I dontt t think I am able to add more to what I’ve a as ready said overall a lovely break beds were comfortable sofas not so much as both went down in the centre but only to be expected with regular use
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