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Geltsdale Wing, Wetheral

Geltsdale Wing, Wetheral

5.0
out of 5
Ratings from 1 review
100% of guests
recommend
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0

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Geltsdale was built as a private house for the Mayor of Carlisle in 1904 in the village of Wetheral which is recognised as an unspoilt beauty spot. The village is built above the banks of the River Eden around a picturesque village green. There are several amenities including a 4* hotel, leisure club, restaurant, church, village shop, bowling green and cricket field. With its beautiful views over the Eden Valley, riverside walks and the Lake District, Scottish Borders and Hadrian’s Wall all within a half hour drive, Wetheral is an excellent holiday location. Geltsdale is in a tranquil setting surrounded by several acres of garden and woodland and enjoys views over the grounds and River Eden to the Castle Carrock Fells.

The historic city of Carlisle is a 10 minute drive with a wealth of activities and attractions for the whole family to enjoy, along with the Lanes Shopping Centre with all your favourite high street shops. There are numerous bars and restaurants for a night out, parks for picnics, soft play and a trampoline park for the kids, and castle, cathedral and museum to explore the historic past of the city.

Geltsdale East Wing is on the first and second floor, as the name suggests, of the East Wing, it has its own entrance to the first floor and is centrally heated throughout. The lounge enjoys open rural aspect with electric stove effect fire, Wi-Fi and TV. Spacious fitted kitchen/dining room with electric oven and hob, microwave, dishwasher, fridge and dining table. Utility room with washer/dryer and freezer. Cloakroom with hand basin and WC. Master double bedroom with en-suite shower room with hand basin and WC.

All gas, electric, bed linen and towels provided. Cot and highchair available. Private parking and EV charger available. Patio and garden furniture with views over the gardens to the fells beyond.

PLEASE NOTE: Dogs are not accepted at this property.

Short break in a wonderful cottage

Review submitted on Mon, 31 Mar 2025
5.0
out of 5
Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We had a really great stay at Geltsdale East Wing, with some really unexpected bonus features - leaving aside the excellent cottage for a moment, the views from the windows over the gardens to the surrounding landscape were stunning - and only surpassed by the sight of deer, pheasants, herons and ducks making their frequent visits to the grounds.
The cottage itself is excellent - with everything you could wish for on a break away. There being just two of us, we had use of the first floor of the wing, entrance being via a private door and staircase. On entering the accommodation proper, a large reception area provides access to a utility / cloakroom with washing machine, heating boiler, and plenty of space for shoes, coats and hats. The reception area also opens into a large light and airy hall (from which stairs ascend to the second floor (if there are more of you staying), and provides access to the large double bedroom (with en-suite shower-room) and the kitchen diner from which a separate lounge opens via double doors.
The kitchen diner is very well equipped - a large table and chairs is the focus of the dining area, but attention is soon drawn to the large windows from which the previously mentioned views can be absorbed. The kitchen includes a dishwasher as well as all the appliances you might wish to make use of. If you prefer to eat out, there are plenty of good eateries - as well as being aware of local hostelries, we discovered a number of farm shop cafes and garden centres providing good quality food.
The rooms in the East wing are spacious and full of light; the wing was well equipped, warm and exactly what we needed for a relaxing break away. Parking was easy too - we have a Citreon Berlingo crewvan and were pleased to find plenty of room to turn as well as park.
Before closing, mention must be made of Gail and the team at Cumbrian Cottage Holidays, who were so helpful in ensuring that our holiday was as enjoyable and relaxing as it good be - communication and support were excellent, thank you.

If we are up in this area again, Geltsdale East Wing will be our first choice for accommodation and we strongly recommend it.

Julian J from Sheffield stayed at Geltsdale Wing, Wetheral for 4 nights in March 2025


Gail replied 23 days ago
Thank you for your lovely review. I have to agree with you, I love visiting this cottage just so I can admire the view and watch the wildlife, the deer are regular visitors.