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Johnby Hall Studio

Greystoke, Lake District
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Sleeps 3
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs allowed 4
4
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Complex of properties
Internet access
Working farm
Parking on site / nearby
Decorated for Christmas
Towels included
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • A delightfully converted historic cottage set on a 14th-century estate
  • Close to Penrith, this is a fantastic base for discovering the north of the Lake District
  • Explore the extensive gardens, grounds, orchards and woodlands on-site to explore
Overview
Property code: SZ278

Surrounded by the North Pennines (15.5 miles), the Vale of Eden (12 miles) and the Lake District (4.5 miles), this beautiful former arts and crafts artist’s studio makes a wonderful base for a couple or small family exploring this spellbinding part of Cumbria. Nearby attractions and landmarks include the Aira Force Waterfall (9 miles), the magnificent lake of Ullswater (7 miles), Dalemain Mansion and Historic Gardens (7 miles), Lowther Castle and Gardens (12 miles) and the beautiful Tarn Moss National Nature Reserve (5 miles). There are miles of memorable walks and cycle trails throughout the area, with the Mell Fells nearby (8 miles). The bustling town of Penrith (6.5 miles) has a great range of pubs, restaurants and independent shops.

Originally a 17th-century granary, before being converted into an artist’s studio, the property now makes a cosy and welcoming holiday cottage. Entering the property, the light and relaxing lounge provides a wonderful space for you to unwind in. Featuring plenty of comfortable seating, a Smart TV, sumptuous textiles and antique furniture, the lounge is perfect for snuggling up in at the end of a fabulous day out. There’s even a grand piano for budding pianists. The lounge also has a sofa bed - please request at time of booking. Exploring further, the fresh and attractive kitchen/diner is perfect for preparing and sharing your favourite family meals. The kitchen is fully equipped with a dishwasher, fridge, oven, hob and washing machine. The ground floor is also home to a shower room complete with shower and WC. Open-tread stairs with a rope handrail lead up to the bedroom where you will find exposed beams, antique furniture and two comfortable beds: one king-size and a single.

Outside, you are welcome to explore the extensive gardens and grounds of the estate. The gardens are perfect for a morning coffee or a glass of wine in the evening, or you can discover the shared grounds which feature a summer house with beautiful views, woodland for your canine companions to enjoy, and a walled orchard with apples, damsons, quinces and medlars. Housing a working farm, the estate also has a number of pigs, and you will also find pheasants, chickens and ducks roaming about.

 

  • 1 family bedroom with king-size and additional single bed which can be made up on request
  • Ground floor shower room with shower and WC
  • Dishwasher, fridge, fan oven, halogen hob, washing machine
  • Biomass central heating
  • Smart TV, grand piano
  • Wi-Fi included
  • Extensive shared gardens with walled orchard and woodland
  • 4 dogs welcome free of charge
  • Ample off road parking
  • Pub 1.5 miles
  • Guests can breakfast in the Great Hall at Johnby by prior arrangement with the owners
  • If you require use of the single bed in the master bedroom please request this at the time of booking
  • Please note, there are other dogs onsite
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 17:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 4 dogs allowed
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £150 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £20. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

 

Kylie Harmon-Twidle

This property joined our collection in 2021 and is managed by Kylie.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 14 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Piers, 20th September 2024

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My partner and I spent a weekend at Johnby Hall studio along with our three rescue dogs. The property and grounds were beautiful, tidy and more than ideal for all of us. Henry and Anna were lovely hosts who couldn't have been more friendly, approachable and accommodating. Both we and the dogs also loved their friendly male Labrador Styx! However, iRead moret would perhaps be beneficial mentioning there are other dogs on the property incase other guests have dogs that aren't friendly towards other dogs. Hide

Reviewed by Martin, 16th August 2024

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The cottage was wonderful, idyllic. Everything we needed for our week long stay was provided and, due to the unusually cool weather they fired up the biomass boiler for some heating (even-though electric heaters were provided). The cottage is set in beautiful grounds, with wild-flower gardens, orchard, woodland...lots of green space... Very peacefuRead morel. The rural location of Greystoke village was ideal, close enough to Penrith for shops and eateries and perfect for exploring the Lake-District. Hide

Reviewed by Roy, 24th May 2024

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A lovely place to stay. Home from home and dog friendly.

Reviewed by Abigail, 29th April 2024

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The location is good for accessibility to the North Lakes. The owners, Anna and Henry are very nice and welcoming and we enjoyed chatting to them, along with their labrador, Stix. The bed was very comfortable and the Studio was very clean. Our only comment would be that the furniture in the lounge could do with updating. The sofa is very tired and Read moresmells a little. The kitchen equipment is very minimal and could also do with some purchasing of new things. Otherwise, a lovely stay. Hide

Reviewed by Julie, 9th February 2024

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Needs to be warmer

Reviewed by Julie-ann, 22nd September 2023

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Lovely spacious cottage/barn conversion. We'll equipped too. Smart TV with netflix a bonus. Bed very comfy.

Reviewed by Lorraine, 18th August 2023

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We had a fantastic two weeks at Johnby Hall staying in the Studio. The owners are very friendly and helpful and the location was perfect for us. We explored the Lakes and also travelled up to Scotland one day. Also enjoyed a birthday breakfast in the Great Hall. Can definitely recommend the delicious sausages!!! Thank you Henry and Anna for making Read moreus feel so welcome and for a fantastic holiday, thoroughly recommend. A highlight for our 7 year old was definitely watching the pigs at play! Hide

Reviewed by Zhi-Chun, 21st July 2023

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Reviewed by Susan, 9th June 2023

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Absolutely beautiful place. Owners are so welcoming and friendly. Bed is most comfortable I have ever slept in (including my own). Would highly recommend to friends and family.

Reviewed by Graham, 14th May 2023

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A fantastic location and a lovely cottage. Located on the edge of woods, everything is peaceful, with plenty of wild life. There's a great pub about a mile away if you want to eat out, but the cottage has everything you need to cook. The bed is very comfortable, and the whole place was warm/cosy. Henry and Anna, the hosts, went out of their way to Read moreensure it was all perfect. Being able to admire their wild flower gardens and see 20 piglets cavorting every morning was the icing on the cake. Hide

Reviewed by Kevin, 10th April 2023

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Lovely quirky place to stay and very quiet location. Really good to have the woodland area on doorstep to exercise the dogs and thank you for welcoming multiple dogs at no extra cost. Thats rare and why we booked. Very welcoming owners and we understood your lovely Labrador would be onsite to welcome us. What we werent aware of was that there were Read moreother resident dogs onsite-2 right next to the studio and another over the lawn, no boundaries. We felt like we were imposing on their space Hide

Reviewed by Dave, 7th April 2023

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We are just back from a fantastic long weekend staying in the Studio at Johnby Hall. Henry and Anna are fantastic hosts and incredibly welcoming. Their communication both ahead of our stay and while we were at the property was first class. The apartment was a great base to explore the lakes and we spent a day in Keswick and Derwentwater, and a secoRead morend day in grizedale Forest and Windermere, both easily in reach of the apartment. Studio itself very comfortable and had eveything we needed. Superb. Hide

Reviewed by Will, 10th March 2023

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Reviewed by Sue, 24th February 2023

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I would describe the studio as quirky but very comfortable. The hosts have provided everything you need including a piano to practice on should you feel the need. We were there in the winter but I think the grounds will be lovely come the spring and summer. Lovely comfy beds as well and a friendly welcome from Henry and Anna

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