Title: Ghyll Foot Cottage in Ainstable, Eden Valley, Cumbria Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=108931956&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Ghyll Foot Cottage in Ainstable, Eden Valley, Cumbria Cottage in Carlisle with kitchen and patio ## Photo gallery for Ghyll Foot Cottage in Ainstable, Eden Valley, Cumbria ![Terrace/patio - Ghyll Foot Cottage in Ainstable, Eden Valley, Cumbria (Carlisle)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108940000/108932000/108931956/49e28fbe.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Dining - Ghyll Foot Cottage in Ainstable, Eden Valley, Cumbria (Carlisle)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108940000/108932000/108931956/405a22c7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi - Ghyll Foot Cottage in Ainstable, Eden Valley, Cumbria (Carlisle)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108940000/108932000/108931956/5172c0e3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher - Ghyll Foot Cottage in Ainstable, Eden Valley, Cumbria (Carlisle)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108940000/108932000/108931956/7a4005bd.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Ghyll Foot Cottage in Ainstable, Eden Valley, Cumbria (Carlisle)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108940000/108932000/108931956/e91777b5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in the charming Cumbrian village of Ainstable, Ghyll Foot offers a warm welcome with its wood-burning stove and fully-equipped kitchen. This 200-year-old stone-built cottage features a small enclosed garden with seating area, modern bathroom, and private garage parking nearby. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Washer - Fireplace - Pet-friendly - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Ghyll Foot Cottage in Ainstable, Eden Valley, Cumbria Ghyll Foot is a delightful 200 year old stone-built cottage. It is situated in the attractive Cumbrian village of Ainstable in the Eden Valley. The village is approximately 10 miles from both Penrith and Carlisle. The cottage is ideally located for touring the unspoilt Eden Valley, the Lake District, the Pennines, the Scottish Borders and Hadrian's Wall. Accommodation and Facilities: Ghyll Foot has the advantage of full central heating; The kitchen is fully equipped with electric oven, electric hob, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine and fridge-freezer; The spacious sitting room is provided with TV, DigiBox, DVD & Music System and wood-burning stove; Outside is a small enclosed garden with a seating area; Bedding, duvets and pillows are included; Cot and high-chair are provided (but not cot bedding); Electricity and central heating costs are included; Free Wi-Fi is available; There is ample street parking; Children welcome; Dogs are welcome (Maximum 2 dogs); Sorry no smoking; The cottage comprises: Sitting room with wood-burning stove; Fully-fitted kitchen with dining area; Two bedrooms - one double and one twin; Modern bathroom, with over-bath shower. Location: There is an excellent restaurant in the village. At Armathwaite (1.5 miles) are local shops, pub-restaurants and railway station on the famous Settle to Carlisle Line. Supermarket shopping is available in the larger village of Lazonby (4.5 miles). The River Eden itself is ideal for angling, canoeing and other recreational pursuits. The Eden Valley is excellent walking country with many interesting and attractive walks in the area. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Soap - Toilet paper ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Stereo - TV ### Outdoor areas - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - 2 pets total ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - In a village ### Things to do - Hiking nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Swimming nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Double-glazed windows ## Similar properties ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66290000/66283500/66283434/d37f1672.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Hillside Farm Cottage Allithwaite, near Cartmel - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Outdoor space 10 Exceptional 3 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-24&endDate=2025-12-25&selected=66283434&PinnedHotelID=66283434&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Microwave, oven, dishwasher, high chair](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/122000000/121830000/121820200/121820122/9614bb78.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Quince Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms Melkinthorpe - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-24&endDate=2025-12-25&selected=121820122&PinnedHotelID=121820122&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32930000/32928800/32928757/2081842b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3 bedroom accommodation in Threlkeld Threlkeld - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Outdoor space 9.8 Exceptional 7 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-24&endDate=2025-12-25&selected=32928757&PinnedHotelID=32928757&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Freezer](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/79000000/78220000/78210800/78210782/a2d80c4c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 2 bedroom accommodation in Dufton, near Appleby Dufton, near Appleby - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-24&endDate=2025-12-25&selected=78210782&PinnedHotelID=78210782&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Cottage | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31010000/31000800/31000769/138b47f2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Blacksmith Cottage Appleby-in-Westmorland - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Parking included 10 Exceptional 1 review £393 includes taxes & fees 20 Dec - 21 Dec [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-12-20&endDate=2025-12-21&selected=31000769&PinnedHotelID=31000769&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/88000000/87700000/87693100/87693043/5293058a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### A cosy character 18th century cottage with enclosed garden close to Ullswater. 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EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C54.80841%2C-2.72976&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=U-myRRme8x4tOTSk9HZA_TO_0Jc=) Carlisle, England #### What's nearby - Saint Nicholas \- 10 min drive \- 6.1 miles - Long Meg and Her Daughters \- 14 min drive \- 10.0 miles - Talkin Tarn Country Park \- 14 min drive \- 11.5 miles - North Pennines \- 18 min drive \- 12.3 miles - Hutton in the Forest \- 19 min drive \- 15.0 miles #### Getting around - Armathwaite Station - 17 min drive - Carlisle (CAX) - 53 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Greggs - ‬13 min drive - ‪Burger King - ‬12 min drive - ‪Costa Coffee - ‬12 min drive - ‪Greggs - ‬18 min drive - ‪Burger King - ‬13 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Ghyll Foot Cottage in Ainstable, Eden Valley, Cumbria pet-friendly? ### Where is Ghyll Foot Cottage in Ainstable, Eden Valley, Cumbria located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Ghyll Foot Cottage in Ainstable, Eden Valley, Cumbria Reviews ## Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Margaret A. 3 Mar 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely cottage We had a lovely restful weekend, very well equipped cottage. Owner very attentive sent us loads of useful information before our stay. Definitely a great find. ##### Margaret A. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### dora w. 23 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Absolutely lovely Such a lovely cosy cottage, we had a super chilled out break with the dogs .the cottage had everything we needed .was very clean on our arrival. Access to walks ,penrith and carlisle was great .lovely peaceful little village. The village shop is well stocked .and the fox and pheasent is great for food .we had a lovely time .thanks to our hosts ##### dora w. 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