Title: Mallard Cottage Lake District - Leisure Spa, Pool, Gym & Lovely Walks to Explore Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=99568334&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Mallard Cottage Lake District - Leisure Spa, Pool, Gym & Lovely Walks to Explore Family-friendly cottage with fitness centre and sauna ## Photo gallery for Mallard Cottage Lake District - Leisure Spa, Pool, Gym & Lovely Walks to Explore ![Property grounds - Mallard Cottage Lake District - Leisure Spa, Pool, Gym & Lovely Walks to Explore (Penrith)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99570000/99568400/99568334/4261df55.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player, ping pong, books - Mallard Cottage Lake District - Leisure Spa, Pool, Gym & Lovely Walks to Explore (Penrith)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99570000/99568400/99568334/d9f04ff0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Mallard Cottage Lake District - Leisure Spa, Pool, Gym & Lovely Walks to Explore (Penrith)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99570000/99568400/99568334/0617e755.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player, ping pong, books - Mallard Cottage Lake District - Leisure Spa, Pool, Gym & Lovely Walks to Explore (Penrith)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99570000/99568400/99568334/b6ae13e7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, DVD player, ping pong, books - Mallard Cottage Lake District - Leisure Spa, Pool, Gym & Lovely Walks to Explore (Penrith)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99570000/99568400/99568334/fb2a452b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Take advantage of golfing on-site, a garden and a playground at Mallard Cottage Lake District - Leisure Spa, Pool, Gym & Lovely Walks to Explore. For some rest and relaxation, visit the sauna or the hot tub. Free in-room WiFi is available to all guests, along with an arcade/games room and laundry facilities. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Pool - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washing machine - Dryer - Free Wi-Fi ## 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. ### Mallard Cottage Lake District - Leisure Spa, Pool, Gym & Lovely Walks to Explore Reverse-level Three ground-floor bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x twin, 1 x bunk First-floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail and WC First-floor open-plan living space with kitchen, Gas oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher dining area and sitting area Gas central heating TV, DVD, WiFi Fuel and power inc. in rent Bed linen and towels inc. in rent Travel cot available Private parking for 1 car Enclosed garden with lawn Sorry, no pets and no smoking Shop 8.1 miles, pub 1.3 miles Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out at 10am The property Penrith 8.3 miles.Mallard Cottage rests in the foothills of the stunning Blencathra Fell in the village of Whitbarrow, with Lake Ullswater just a short drive from your doorstep.With access to a complimentary leisure club with a pool, gym, sauna, spa bath, steam room, table tennis table and restaurant, this top-quality accommodation has everything you need to keep entertained no matter the weather.The cottage is well-presented with three bedrooms in a reverse-level interior on the ground floor and the living space on the first floor.On the ground floor you’ll find a master double bedroom with an en-suite shower room, a twin bedroom and a bunk bedroom.On the first floor there is a lounge, fully equipped kitchen and a bathroom and WC.Outside there is a small, shared garden for guests to enjoy in addition to the leisure club facilities which are included in the cost.Within the village guests will find lots of entertainment suitable for families, including a crazy golf course, putting greens, giant outdoor games, a play area, holistic therapy centre and laundry room.There is a local pub just a short walk from the accommodation.Travel to Lake Ullswater, with plenty to do in the surrounding area and foothills; if you’re feeling up to the challenge, why not try your hand at a range of watersports, or simply enjoy a relaxing paddle before refuelling with a family picnic.Enjoy watersports nearby or head up Blencathra Fell for a challenging walk in the hills that will take most of the day.Within easy driving distance you’ll also have access to some of the best hill walks to be found in the Lake District.This Ullswater cottage is the perfect getaway location for a group of friends or a family to visit whatever the time of year.With the delights of Penrith, Grasmere and Ambleside all within reach from here, you’ll never be short of things to see and do throughout your stay.Make everlasting memories in the Lake District, by booking Mallard Cottage. ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool - Hot tub - Indoor pool - Sauna ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room - Separate dining area ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Games - TV ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a village ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Golf - Gym - Table tennis ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - 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21 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. 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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property 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. ## About the area Penrith is home to this cottage. High Cup Winery and Keswick Climbing Wall are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those looking for area attractions can visit Rookin House Activity Centre and Glenridding Sailing Centre. Travelling with kids? Consider Womenrock, or check out an event or a game at Newlands Adventure Centre. [Visit our Penrith travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Penrith.dx5654) [View more Cottages in Penrith](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Penrith-Cottages.d5654-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=54.645752,-2.918622&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:a%7BplIj%60y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key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=4jPk2y6UYxJJPjRPa_-ffFgi8RE=) Penrith, England ### What's nearby - Rookin House Activity Centre \- 8 min drive \- 4.1 miles - Ullswater \- 9 min drive \- 6.2 miles - Rheged \- 10 min drive \- 7.8 miles - Aira Force \- 10 min drive \- 7.6 miles - Dalemain Country Park \- 12 min drive \- 7.8 miles ### Getting around - Penrith Station - 16 min drive - Carlisle (CAX) - 49 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪The Dog and Gun Inn Skelton - ‬11 min drive - ‪Boot & Shoe - ‬6 min drive - ‪Horse and Farrier Inn - ‬9 min drive - ‪Mill Inn - ‬7 min drive - ‪Crown Inn - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Mallard Cottage Lake District - Leisure Spa, Pool, Gym & Lovely Walks to Explore have a pool? ### Is Mallard Cottage Lake District - Leisure Spa, Pool, Gym & Lovely Walks to Explore pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Mallard Cottage Lake District - Leisure Spa, Pool, Gym & Lovely Walks to Explore? ### What time is check-in at Mallard Cottage Lake District - Leisure Spa, Pool, Gym & Lovely Walks to Explore? ### What time is check-out at Mallard Cottage Lake District - Leisure Spa, Pool, Gym & Lovely Walks to Explore? ### Where is Mallard Cottage Lake District - Leisure Spa, Pool, Gym & Lovely Walks to Explore located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Mallard Cottage Lake District - Leisure Spa, Pool, Gym & Lovely Walks to Explore Reviews ## Reviews ### 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 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 8.0 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### marc j. 4 Sept 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Great property, only critism is no detail on how to book a pool slot time, although wasnt an issue as we booked a 2nd property for inlaws and we recieved the information through other booking source. If visiting with small kids who may roll out of bed recomend bringing a bed side guard, travel cot/highcair was available in property. ##### marc j. 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