Title: This contemporary chapel conversion is the perfect choice. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # This contemporary chapel conversion is the perfect choice. Cottage in Cockermouth with kitchen ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35270000/35262500/35262490/21003d72.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35270000/35262500/35262490/d36defd5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35270000/35262500/35262490/16bd3f8b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35270000/35262500/35262490/6fe5c259.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35270000/35262500/35262490/e985a422.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Ghillie Cottage, a beautifully converted chapel in the heart of Cockermouth, offers an ideal retreat. With its modern kitchen, spiral staircase and tasteful decor throughout this cottage has been lovingly restored to provide the perfect base for your Cumbrian adventure. Explore nearby attractions like Wordsworth House or take advantage of fishing on the River Derwent by arrangement. 9.6 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Kitchen - 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. ### This contemporary chapel conversion is the perfect choice. This contemporary chapel conversion is the perfect choice. Cockermouth town centre is an easy stroll and fishing is available on the River Derwent by arrangement.. 1 step to entrance. Ground Floor: Living/dining room: 47" Freeview TV, Electric Fire Kitchen: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washer Dryer First Floor: Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, Freeview TV Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds, TV Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot. . Enclosed yard with garden furniture (shared with other apartments on-site). Private parking for 1 car. No smoking.. Ghillie Cottage is tucked away in a private courtyard, set back from the main street and makes a great choice for your next Cumbrian adventure. Once an old chapel and now converted into six apartments, Ghillie Cottage has been renovated and refurbished for 2018. The good quality finish and thoughtful decoration is evident as soon as you walk in. Downstairs you have an open plan living/dining room leading to a brand new fitted kitchen for preparing that perfect meal. A lovely spiral staircase, a real feature of the property, leads you to two bedrooms and a modern bathroom. The property sleeps up to four adults in a double bedroom and a twin bedroom, both of which have a TV and plenty of character. The property is aptly named Ghillie’s Cottage due to its links to the fishing rights on the River Derwent that are owned by the family. A ghillie being a person who acts as an attendant to someone on a hunting expedition, or in this case, a fishing trip. The River Derwent is a highly sought after river amongst anglers providing rich pickings of salmon and trout. As long as you have a National Rod Licence you may fish on the family’s beat. Details of the location and costs are available on request. The popular Cumbrian town of Cockermouth, birthplace of William Wordsworth, is just a short walk away. In fact, the National Trust Wordsworth House is just a few minutes walk. Your nearest supermarket and a couple of pubs serving great food and local cask ales are also a few minutes walk away. The main town centre is also easily reached on foot. Cockermouth is a thriving market town full of hidden surprises at every turn. It boasts a great selection of pubs, quaint restaurants, micro-breweries, local craft shops, independent coffee houses, delicatessens, speciality shops and of course, well known retailers and branded stores too. If you like culture, Kirkgate Arts shows movies, arts and drama. Fancy a swim? The leisure centre is also nearby as well as local cycle hire. You’ll also find the famous Jennings Brewery nestled beneath the castle walls where the River Derwent and River Cocker meet. Cockermouth is on the border of the Lake District National Park, so whether you like the rugged adventure of the mountains or the serenity of the seaside, you’ve got the best of both worlds. You’re also within easy reach of some glorious lakes. Take a 5 mile drive to Bassenthwaite Lake at the foot of the Skiddaw range for fantastic walks, woodland, wildlife and watersports. You’ll also find the Lakes Distillery offering tasting tours as well as the Lake District Wildlife Park just 6 miles away. The popular town of Keswick is 14 miles away and can be reached in about 20 minutes. For walkers and cyclists, you’ll love the route through Whinlatter Forest Park, or continue down the valley to Buttermere which boasts stunning panoramic scenery. If you’re not into fishing, you’ll love Ghillie Cottage. If you are into fishing, life doesn’t get much better than this! Beach 9½ miles. Shop 175 yards, pub and restaurant ¼ mile. Free WiFi ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Towels provided ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Things to do - Fishing ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77170000/77161900/77161834/6bb2e54b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### A homely lodge in a tranquil setting with lake view Bassenthwaite - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi - Parking available - Laundry 9.6 Exceptional 108 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-15&endDate=2025-11-16&selected=77161834&PinnedHotelID=77161834&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92480000/92478400/92478391/6d7c1e86.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Riverside apartment with private balcony and direct views over the river. 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as su-UK1332-UK1332 2 Bedroom Accommodation in Cockermouth Cockermouth 2 Bedroom Accommodation in Cockermouth Private vacation home ## 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%7C54.66277%2C-3.37028&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=juseQTJ_B24kXTbNIDN1j7eZWDk=) Cockermouth #### What's nearby - Wordsworth House - 1 min walk - 0.1 miles - Jennings Brewery - 6 min walk - 0.3 miles - Bassenthwaite Lake - 10 min drive - 6.1 miles - Lake District Wildlife Park - 19 min drive - 7.3 miles - Buttermere Lake - 23 min drive - 13.1 miles #### Getting around - Maryport Station - 11 min drive - Carlisle (CAX) - 51 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Cock and Bull - ‬7 min walk - ‪Seths Bar - ‬11 min walk - ‪The Bitter End - ‬12 min walk - ‪Tilia - ‬7 min walk - ‪The Bush - ‬4 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is This contemporary chapel conversion is the perfect choice. pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at This contemporary chapel conversion is the perfect choice.? > Check-in begins at 5:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at This contemporary chapel conversion is the perfect choice.? > Checkout is at 9:00 AM. ### Where is This contemporary chapel conversion is the perfect choice. located? > Situated in Cockermouth, this cottage is steps away from Wordsworth House and Garden and Wordsworth House. Jennings Brewery and Castlegate House Gallery are also within 10 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## This contemporary chapel conversion is the perfect choice. Reviews 9.6 ### 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 8 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tracey Robbins 7 May 2025 #### V Very convenient location- comfortable cottage- great welcome ##### Tracey Robbins ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ana S. 30 Dec 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Warm and welcoming Clean, comfortable and well-equipped. The convenience of a town centre with great access to this stunning part of the lakes.Thoughtfully prepped with Christmas welcome pack and festive extras. Really enjoyed our stay. ##### Ana S. Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2021 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### LISA 25 Oct 2019 #### Great little cottage in a perfect location. Great little cottage in a perfect location. Lots of lovely little touches to make us feel at home. Many thanks! ##### LISA This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Craig 24 Oct 2019 #### Lovely warm comfortable cottage. Lovely warm comfortable cottage. Ideally situated close to town centre. Lakes and mountains within an easy drive. Thoroughly recommended. ##### Craig This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sharon 13 Aug 2019 #### Ghillie Cottage was in a great location for exploring the Western Lake District. Ghillie Cottage was in a great location for exploring the Western Lake District. It was comfortable and well equipped and Claire the owner was really helpful by sending a text when we got there and coming to see us to make sure everything was okay. She gave lots of ideas of places to go with the family. My family and I thourouly enjoyed our stay and will definitely be returning. ##### Sharon This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Sam 26 Jul 2019 #### W Would go back to this lovely cottage :) ##### Sam This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tom 23 Jul 2019 #### Recently refurbished cottage situated in a quiet area two minutes from shops, bars, restaurants, etc Recently refurbished cottage situated in a quiet area two minutes from shops, bars, restaurants, etc. High quality furnishings with bright modern kitchen and stunning bathroom. Bedrooms are bright and airy with nice furniture and bedding. I would thoroughly recommend this property and hope to return again soon. ##### Tom This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Annette 3 Jun 2019 #### Cottage was well equipped with arrival gifts. Cottage was well equipped with arrival gifts. Very modern and welcoming. A well thought out cottage. ##### Annette This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Sarah 21 May 2019 #### T The place is very nice Lovely area Great atmosphere But the stairs need tightening and maybe get a bigger freezer ##### Sarah This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ella 8 Apr 2019 #### The street front, before you enter the courtyard is a bit scary,as not as nice as some of the surrou The street front, before you enter the courtyard is a bit scary,as not as nice as some of the surrounding houses and the actual court is clean , but dull. Certainly the outside does not match the inside which is gorgeous. Really nice town close to a lot of beautiful nature spots. ##### Ella ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [The Coppid Beech Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bracknell-Hotels-The-Coppid-Beech-Hotel.h3809.Hotel-Information) > > [Carden Park](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chester-Hotels-Carden-Park.h190780.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton London Gatwick Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gatwick-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-London-Gatwick-Airport.h7234788.Hotel-Information) > > [Hampton by Hilton London Stansted Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stansted-Hotels-Hampton-By-Hilton-London-Stansted-Airport.h18464320.Hotel-Information) > > [Stratford Manor Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stratford-Upon-Avon-Hotels-Stratford-Manor.h27936.Hotel-Information) > > [Ashford International Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ashford-Hotels-Ashford-International-Hotel.h527123.Hotel-Information) > > [Retallack Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/St-Columb-Major-Hotels-Retallack-Resort.h4537229.Hotel-Information) > > [Bloc Hotel London Gatwick Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gatwick-Hotels-Bloc-Hotel-London-Gatwick-Airport.h6594190.Hotel-Information) > > [Sand Bay Holiday Village](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Weston-Super-Mare-Hotels-Sand-Bay-Holiday-Village.h11443695.Hotel-Information) > > [St Michael's Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Falmouth-Hotels-St-Michaels-Resort.h2951426.Hotel-Information) > > [Crowne Plaza Stratford Upon Avon by IHG](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stratford-Upon-Avon-Hotels-Crowne-Plaza-Stratford-Upon-Avon.h11307.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton London Gatwick Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Gatwick-Hotels-Hilton-London-Gatwick-Airport.h20753.Hotel-Information) > > [Norbreck Castle Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Blackpool-Hotels-Norbreck-Castle-Hotel.h6377.Hotel-Information) > > [Eastwell Manor, Champneys Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ashford-Hotels-Eastwell-Manor.h905662.Hotel-Information) > > [Camelot Castle Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tintagel-Hotels-Camelot-Castle-Hotel.h8083111.Hotel-Information) > > [Hollins Hall Hotel, Golf & Country Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Shipley-Hotels-Hollins-Hall-Hotel.h63744.Hotel-Information) > > [Chesford Grange Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kenilworth-Hotels-Chesford-Grange.h920291.Hotel-Information) > > [Grand Burstin Hotel Folkestone](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Folkestone-Hotels-Grand-Burstin-Hotel-Folkestone.h1201483.Hotel-Information) > > [The Mill Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chester-Hotels-The-Mill-Hotel-Spa.h1695656.Hotel-Information) > > [Village Hotel Manchester Ashton](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ashton-Under-Lyne-Hotels-Village-Hotel-Manchester-Ashton.h1848975.Hotel-Information) > > [The Winchester Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Winchester-Hotels-The-Winchester-Hotel-Spa.h26080.Hotel-Information) > > [Hilton at St George's Park, Burton Upon Trent](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Burton-On-Trent-Hotels-Hilton-At-St-Georges-Park.h5094740.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Blu Hotel Manchester, Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-Radisson-Blu-Hotel-Manchester.h120016.Hotel-Information) > > [The Spa Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Royal-Tunbridge-Wells-Hotels-The-Spa-Hotel.h8849.Hotel-Information) > > [Hythe Imperial Hotel Spa & Golf](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hythe-Hotels-Hythe-Imperial-Hotel-Spa-Golf.h9108.Hotel-Information) > > [The Rutland Arms Hotel, Bakewell, Derbyshire](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bakewell-Hotels-The-Rutland-Arms-Hotel.h792056.Hotel-Information) > > [Harbour Beach Club & Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Salcombe-Hotels-Harbour-Beach-Club-Hotel-Spa.h2261933.Hotel-Information) > > [Fistral Beach Hotel and Spa - Adults Only](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Newquay-Hotels-Fistral-Beach-Hotel-And-Spa-Adults-Only.h1895493.Hotel-Information) > > [Worcester Whitehouse](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Worcester-Hotels-Worcester-Whitehouse.h18498.Hotel-Information) > > [Cotswolds Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chipping-Norton-Hotels-Cotswolds-Hotel-Spa.h13106835.Hotel-Information)