10/10 Excellent
Onno
Traveled with family
Jul 19, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Superb cottage, tastefully decorated, nice base
Onno
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025
Entire home
Howgills Retreat
3.5 star property
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Reviews
1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Washer
- Pet friendly
- Parking included
- Free WiFi
- Outdoor Space
Explore the area
Audlands View Gatebeck, Kendal, England, LA8 0HU
- Westmorland County ShowgroundPlace, Westmorland County Showground8 min drive
- Lakeland Maze Farm ParkPlace, Lakeland Maze Farm Park9 min drive
- Lyth ValleyPlace, Lyth Valley9 min drive
Room options
About the neighborhood
Kendal
This cottage places you within a 10-minute drive of Yorkshire Dales National Park and Lakeland Maze Farm Park. The 3.5-star cottage includes a kitchen, a refrigerator, and an electric kettle.
What's nearby
- Westmorland County Showground - 8 min drive - 6.1 miles
- Lakeland Maze Farm Park - 9 min drive - 6.5 miles
- Lyth Valley - 9 min drive - 7.8 miles
- Yorkshire Dales National Park - 12 min drive - 8.5 miles
- Levens Hall and Gardens - 13 min drive - 10.4 miles
Getting around
- Oxenholme Station - 15 min drive
- John Lennon Airport (LPL) - 105 min drive
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 9 min drive
- The Heron - 10 min drive
- Crooklands Hotel - 5 min drive
- Ring O' Bells - 11 min drive
- Romney's - 10 min drive
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Howgills Retreat
This cottage features free WiFi in public areas and a picnic area. If you drive, put free parking to good use. This smoke-free cottage also has a garden.
The cottage is individually decorated and features a kitchen and space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Guests can expect to find free WiFi. Other standard amenities include a washing machine and an electric kettle. Housekeeping is not available.
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Free self parking on site
- Onsite parking includes off-street options
Kitchen
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Electric kettle
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
Bedrooms
- 2 bedrooms
Bathroom
- 1 private bathroom
- Shower
Outdoor areas
- Garden
- Picnic area
Laundry
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
- No housekeeping service
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)
- Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
- Garden
- Individual decor
- Individual furnishings
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
- This property welcomes pets
- Service animals exempt from fees
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Property payment types
Important information
You need to know
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
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards
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
- Check-in: 4:00 PM—-11:00 PM
- Check-out: 10:00 AM
- Minimum check-in age: 21
Driving? This property offers free parking.
We should mention
Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
- Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
- A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
- Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
- This property accepts credit cards and debit cards.
Property is also known as
Calders Lodge
Howgills Retreat Kendal
Howgills Retreat Cottage
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Frequently asked questions
What's there to see around this cottage?
This cottage is located in Kendal, close to Sizergh Castle, Levens Hall and Gardens, and Kendal Castle. You'll also find Westmorland County Showground and Lakeland Maze Farm Park within a short drive.
Is this cottage associated with a casino?
No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.
Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?
No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.
Does this cottage include breakfast service?
No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.
Will this cottage allow pets to stay for free?
Although pets can't stay for free, they are welcome at this cottage.
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