Derwent Garden Estate
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Derwent Garden Estate can sleep eighteen people, and has just been renovated to an exceptionally high standard. This dog-friendly luxury self catering accommoda...
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Derwent Garden Estate can sleep eighteen people, and has just been renovated to an exceptionally high standard. This dog-friendly luxury self catering accommodation is ideal for families, walkers or anyone wishing to visit this beautiful peaceful part of the National Park.
Situated at the end of a mile long private drive with its own six acre private landscaped gardens, Derwent Estate allows guests to truly relax and enjoy the peace and tranquillity of the surroundings.
Derwent is a historic building, its gardens sit on the border of the Lake District National Park with a prime position on a south-facing hillside with a panoramic view of Skiddaw, Grassmoor and the Lorton and Buttermere Valleys.
While renting the Estate, guests have full reign of the staggering six acre gardens which were designed by international landscape and garden designer Thomas Mawson in 1910. They were featured in Cumbria Life magazine in 1998, and in Country Life in June 2000. The gardens are beutiful and very large with many vantage points that give guests different views of the Lake District and the River Derwent below.
There are two stone summerhouses where guests can enjoy an evening tipple overlooking the beautiful view. Right in the heart of the garden, there is a stone BBQ and outside dining area perfect for making the most of any good weather.
*Please note the following changeover days: week-long bookings must begin on Fridays, 3-night short stay bookings must also begin on a Friday and 4-night bookings are only available during the week and must begin on a Monday.
What you should know…
- There is no ground floor bedroom so the house is not handicap accessible.
- As beautiful as the gardens are, they are not child proofed. Children need to be watched when not in the main part of the garden as there are slippery steps and ponds.
Property Features
Ground Floor
Derwent’s conservatory with floor to ceiling windows, is the ideal place to sit and look out at the beautiful Lake District landscape as well as down at the impressive Derwent Estate Gardens below. The conservatory leads into a large open plan sitting/dining room meaning the whole room benefits from the magnificent views of the mountains. Surrounding the wood burning stove there are big comfortable sofas and a coffee table hosting a large selection of reading material. The bespoke oak dining table seats eighteen. A state of the art Sonos music system has been installed and can be controlled from any android or smart phone. The open plan nature of this impressive room means it is perfect for large gatherings. All the beautiful wooden furniture has been made by local craftsmen using wood from the area and even the Estate's very own gardens.
There are sliding glass doors dividing the sitting/ dining room from the brand new expansive kitchen giving you the option of keeping the kitchen separate – a useful feature if you are using caterers. The kitchen has an electric five oven Aga, a large American fridge/ freezer, a Quooker boiling hot water tap, a double Belfast sink, two dishwashers, a microwave and toaster. There are large French doors which open up into a large kitchen garden which guests are invited to help themselves to. There is also a gas BBQ and outdoor dining area so on finer evenings you can enjoy eating outside whilst admiring the views that surround the Estate.
From the sitting/ dining room you go through the to a spacious hallway where there is a cloakroom just under the stairs.
On the other side of the hallway there is a large informal TV room which comprises of a upright piano, cozy wood burning stove and a 40 inch flatscreen TV with Sky channels and a DVD player. There are large comfortable sofas and a wide selection of DVDs. There is also a 7ft pool table as well as a selection of board games and a large bookshelf containing books of all genres.
Next to the TV room is a boot room with plenty of storage for boots and coats and a utility room with sink, separate washing machine and tumble drier.
First Floor
The Main House has a total of eight bedrooms (five double, three twin) and seven bathrooms (four en-suite). Most of the bedrooms have stunning views of the Lake District although the master bedroom is particularly special as guests can admire the beautiful landscape from the freestanding copper bath in the bedroom. The master bedroom also has Bose iPod speakers and its own private spacious balcony.
All of the bedrooms come with hairdryers. All of the bathrooms are stocked with locally produced organic toiletries.
Use of wireless high speed fibre optic broadband internet is included and is available throughout the main house and The Coach House.
Children
The Estate provides two cots, one highchair, a Bumbo seat, a collapsible pram (suitable from birth onward) and an Avent microwave bottle steriliser. Within the TV room is a large box of children’s toys and books. Outside there is playground in the back orchard comprising of a slide, swing, double swing and climbing rope.We can also recommend a local babysitter if you would like an evening out.
Dogs
The Estate is dog friendly although limited to two dogs per booking and we request that no dogs be allowed in the bedrooms.
The Coach House
A stunning redevelopment has transformed The Coach House within Derwent Garden Estate. It now has a double bedroom with ensuite bathroom and a large sitting room with high ceilings and a woodburning stove. There is also a television with freeview channels, WiFi, tea and coffee making facilities and a small fridge. The Coach House has its own terrace with wonderful views of the surrounding area. The Coach House is a short 50 metre walk down a gravel path from the Main House.
Gardens
Whilst renting Derwent Garden Estate, you will have full reign of the staggering six acre gardens which were designed by international landscape and garden designer Thomas Mawson in 1910, and were featured in Cumbria Life magazine in 1998, and in Country Life in June 2000. The gardens are very beautiful and large enough you can feel completely immersed when you explore them. There are many vantage points which give you different views of the Lake District and the River Derwent below.
There are two stone summerhouses where you can enjoy an evening tipple overlooking the beautiful view. Right in the heart of the garden there is also a stone BBQ and outside dining area where you can make the most of any good weather you have.
The kitchen garden also has its own gas BBQ and dining area as well as a herb garden we invite you to help yourselves to.
The back of the house has room to park up to seven cars, and features an EV charging point.
Location
About the surrounding area of Derwent Garden EstateDerwent Garden Estate is situated in an amazing position overlooking the mountains of the Western Lake District just two miles from Cockermouth and 20 minutes from the beautiful town of Keswick.
Cockermouth is a pretty market town with a wide, tree-lined and flower-decked main street, boutique shops and a large supermarket. There is an interesting museum, two art galleries, and a sports centre with climbing wall and indoor swimming pool. Cockermouth has a wide range of excellent restaurants and a list of the owner's favourites is included in the welcome pack.
The traditional pastimes of the Lake District are easily accessible at this quieter end of the National Park. The estate is a great place for walkers to stay with so many of the Western Wainwright fells within 15 minutes drive.
There are three golf courses within ten miles, including Silloth, which is consistently voted as one of the top 10 links courses in the country. There is also some of the best fishing in England on the river Derwent.
Derwent Garden Estate is just a few miles from popular walking destinations like the Northern Wainwright Mountains, Crummock water, Buttemere and Loweswater Lakes and a five minute drive from the market town of Cockermouth.
| Local Amenities | |||
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| Nearest Airport |
Newcastle
(Over 100 km) |
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| Nearest Village |
Bridekirk
(1 km) |
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| Nearest Town/City |
Cockermouth
(2 km) |
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| Nearest Restaurant |
Numerous restaurants in Cockermouth
(2 km) |
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| Nearest Bar/Pub |
Numerous pubs in Cockermouth
(2 km) |
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| Nearest Beach |
Allenby
(11 km) |
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| Nearest Golf |
There are three golf courses within ten miles, including Silloth, which is consistently voted as one of the top 10 links courses in the country. Cockermouth Golf Course is the closest - 1 mile away
(2 km) |
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About Lake District
The scenic splendour of the Lake District makes it a must-visit for fans of the great outdoors. Ullswater Valley is stunning, sheltering a beautiful lake hidden among towering fells, while the surrounding area is relatively undeveloped compared with other parts of the Lake District. Take the Ullswater Steamer Ferry for a unique perspective of the valley, enjoying its remote and peaceful feel.
When staying at one of our fantastic Lake District cottages, you'll likely want to explore everything else the region has to offer – so we’ve put together this handy travel guide to give you a little help and inspiration!
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Kids
Best Suited For: All AgesThe Estate provides one travel cot, one highchair and a Bumbo seat.
There is a beautiful expansive garden ideal for children to run around and play in. As there is a pond please ensure you supervise any young children at all times.
Baby and Toddler Equipment
- Baby bath
- Pushchair
- Cot(s)
- High Chair(s)
Kids Activities Close-by
- Beach Nearby
- Walk to Village
- Walk to Restaurant
- Fishing
- Outdoor Pursuit & Activities
- Tourist Towns & Villages
Onsite Facilities
- Games Room
- Indoor Games
Services Available
- Chef/Cook Available
- Maid Service Available
Extras
Oliver's Extras
- Chef/Cook Available
- Maid Service Available
- Welcome basket of local goodies and bathrooms supplied with local toiletries (not available for short breaks).
At Oliver’s Travels, we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to travel services, we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team, who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
- Maid service/extra cleaning
- Private chef/cook/catering
- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge
- Local day-trips or tours
- Airport pick-up/drop-off
Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team.
Please note that all extras are subject to availability and must be requested in advance of the holiday (prices on request). Due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. However, we will always do our best to fulfil your requests!
Oliver's Travels Chef Service: A Gourmet Dining Experience
Make hosting a memorable dinner party at your villa an absolute breeze with our superb Chef Service. Our chefs will take care of everything for you from start to finish so you can just sit back and enjoy the gastronomic experience. They will bring all the necessary ingredients, cook and serve the food and even clean up afterwards. To find out more visit www.oliverstravels.com/chefs
| Security deposit | £500. This is paid directly to the owner prior to arrival and will be refunded in full after departure subject to damage inspection |
| Arrival time | 4.30 pm |
| Departure time | 10 am |
Terms & Conditions
These terms and conditions may be amended from time to time.
| Security deposit | £500. This is paid directly to the owner prior to arrival and will be refunded in full after departure subject to damage inspection |
| Arrival time | 4.30 pm |
| Departure time | 10 am |
| Energy costs included? | Yes |
| Linen & towels included? | Yes |
| Pets welcome? | The Estate is dog friendly, although limited to a maximum of three dogs per booking and we ask that no dogs be allowed in the bedrooms. Please note that there is an additional charge of £30 per dog. |
| Changeover day | Please note that these are non-negotiable: Friday for 1 week stays, Friday for 3 night short stays, Monday for 4 night short stays |
| End of stay cleaning included? | Included |
| Smoking Allowed? | No |
| Other Ts and Cs | Please note:- Derwent Garden Estate sleeps a maximum of 18. Inviting any additional guests to the property, without prior approval from the owner (whether for an evening party or day visit), will result in your damage deposit being deducted and a request to vacate the property. |
| Stag & Hen Do Allowed? | Stag and hen dos are not allowed at this property |
Rental Rates
Prices based on an occupancy of 18 people:
| Rental period | 3 Nights | 4 Nights | 5 Nights | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Dec 18th 2024 - Dec 20th 2024 | £3,648 | £4,135 | £4,621 | £4,864 |
| Dec 20th 2024 - Jan 3rd 2025 | - | - | - | £7,211 |
| Jan 3rd 2025 - Jan 31st 2025 | £3,872 | £5,162 | £6,452 | £5,162 |
| Jan 31st 2025 - Feb 7th 2025 | £3,523 | £4,022 | £4,521 | £4,697 |
| Feb 7th 2025 - Feb 14th 2025 | £3,668 | £4,158 | £4,647 | £4,891 |
| Feb 14th 2025 - Feb 21st 2025 | £3,596 | £4,076 | £4,555 | £4,795 |
| Feb 21st 2025 - Apr 4th 2025 | £3,523 | £3,993 | £4,463 | £4,697 |
| Apr 4th 2025 - Apr 11th 2025 | - | - | - | £7,099 |
| Apr 11th 2025 - Apr 18th 2025 | - | - | - | £7,714 |
| Apr 18th 2025 - Apr 25th 2025 | £4,769 | £5,406 | £6,042 | £6,359 |
| Apr 25th 2025 - May 2nd 2025 | £4,723 | £5,352 | £5,981 | £6,297 |
| May 2nd 2025 - May 9th 2025 | £4,729 | £5,406 | £6,082 | £6,359 |
| May 9th 2025 - May 23rd 2025 | £4,849 | £5,479 | £6,109 | £6,297 |
| May 23rd 2025 - May 30th 2025 | - | - | - | £9,471 |
| May 30th 2025 - Jun 13th 2025 | £4,979 | £5,642 | £6,305 | £6,638 |
| Jun 13th 2025 - Jun 20th 2025 | £4,979 | £5,709 | £6,439 | £6,638 |
| Jun 20th 2025 - Jul 4th 2025 | £5,125 | £5,809 | £6,492 | £6,833 |
| Jul 4th 2025 - Jul 11th 2025 | £5,227 | £5,924 | £6,620 | £6,969 |
| Jul 11th 2025 - Jul 18th 2025 | £5,357 | £6,071 | £6,785 | £7,143 |
| Jul 18th 2025 - Jul 25th 2025 | - | - | - | £7,217 |
| Jul 25th 2025 - Aug 29th 2025 | - | - | - | £9,471 |
| Aug 29th 2025 - Sep 5th 2025 | £4,411 | £4,984 | £5,557 | £5,729 |
| Sep 5th 2025 - Sep 12th 2025 | £4,354 | £4,927 | £5,500 | £5,729 |
| Sep 12th 2025 - Sep 26th 2025 | £4,297 | £4,870 | £5,443 | £5,729 |
| Sep 26th 2025 - Oct 3rd 2025 | £4,257 | £4,870 | £5,483 | £5,729 |
| Oct 3rd 2025 - Oct 24th 2025 | £4,723 | £5,352 | £5,981 | £6,297 |
| Oct 24th 2025 - Oct 31st 2025 | - | - | - | £6,703 |
| Oct 31st 2025 - Dec 19th 2025 | £3,872 | £4,388 | £4,904 | £5,162 |
| Dec 19th 2025 - Dec 26th 2025 | - | - | - | £7,985 |
| Dec 26th 2025 - Jan 2nd 2026 | - | - | - | £7,985 |
| Jan 2nd 2026 - Jun 21st 2026 | £3,872 | £4,388 | £4,904 | £5,162 |
Please note that these prices/rates are a guide only and may not be correct at the current date. For an accurate quote, please enquire.
Property Owners
Asia and Andrew
Are there any interesting stories in its history?
The historic site of Derwent Garden Estate was always occupied by a dwelling of s...
Owner Profile
Property Owners
Asia and Andrew
Are there any interesting stories in its history?
The historic site of Derwent Garden Estate was always occupied by a dwelling of some sort. Current records show that Henricus, a Saxon nobleman, lived here from the year 859. He baptised his children in a stream of spring water which ran through the premises into the river Derwent.
This stream of water runs underneath the present house and into the lower fish pond in the garden. In 1544 a descendant of Henricus, Henry Tolson, obtained a grant from Henry VIII to Wood Hall for the sum of £337 16s 9d. His descendants lived at the Estate until the early 19th century.
The Fisher family bought the site and built a new Hall in 1821. It burnt down in the 1870’s and Edward Tyson, a solicitor at Carlisle and Lord Lieutenant of the County of Cumberland, bought the site, building the house left on the old site in the 1870’s. This picture was taken in 1920 after Edward Tyson had engaged Thomas Mawson, an international Landscape Architect, to design a garden suitable for his house.
The garden was completed in the early 1920s, and Mawson’s plan for the garden, taken from the third edition of his book ‘The Art and Craft of Garden-Making’ is shown below. The old Hall was taken down in 1946, after the lime-laden stream overflowed its confines and rotted the structure. The garden decayed into ruin.
The present Hall is where the previous old stables and barn were situated. The site of the old Hall is no more than an outline in stone, but two stone summerhouses remain, and the lines of Mawson’s design are strong and compelling. The view from the house was loved by Turner, and used as a subject several times.
The previous owners spent many years bringing the gardens back to life over a period of thirty years, and the current owners have very much continued in their footsteps, adding new paths and borders where necessary, whilst at the same time staying on top of the extraordinarily large amount of upkeep.
Reviews
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A wonderful stay
I have recently returned from a wonderful stay at Derwent Garden Estate. I chose this glorious house for a weekend away with some of my closest friends, May Bank Holiday being a traditional get together for us all for the past 20 consecutive years! The sumptuous house and beautiful gardens did not disappoint and provided a brilliant setting for this precious celebration of enduring friendship in a fabulous British setting. Tessa and her team were marvellous and were on hand throughout for anything we needed and oriented us when we arrived and on departure. The view from the orangery and the balcony are quite simply spectacular. Thank you to the local team for making a special weekend even more special for us. Would highly recommend.
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What a fantastic place for a weekend
What a fantastic place for a weekend. A high quality residence with stunning views, and a great location. -
What a beautiful property
What a beautiful property - all of us were blown away. All of the facilities were of the highest quality and our sincere thanks to the owners to let us experience their home - it was a real privilege. Thank you from the Giles, Harland and Woodfin families.
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Incomparable, comfortable, everything you could wish for.
We booked this home for a very special birthday celebration. It was an inter generational gathering of new and old friends. We could not have picked a better location! Stunning gardens that made for spectacular views and very pleasant walks. We enjoyed the outdoor bbq and seating area immensely. The home’s interior was breathtaking - so elegant, yet comfortable and inviting. The home lends itself well to large gatherings and spending time together. The week went by quickly and we were all sad to leave. This home will not disappoint!
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Hope to be back one day!
I organised a Hen Do to Derwent Garden Estate, and the bride could not have been more pleased with the house and the views are something you cannot even imagine. It was so easy to organise a chef coming in and we even had singing waiter and waitress. I would highly recommend this place for walking, big dinner parties and much more. Hopefully be back one day.
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The most perfect weekend!
Our whole party said many times they all had the best weekend of their lives. The views, the house, the whole grounds just made everyone smile and very sad to leave. Couldn't think of a better place to visit in this country for an escape from busy lives. We will definitely be visiting again very soon. Thank you for everything you do to make our stay so special.
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Beautiful
Stunning location and a beautiful house with everything you could possibly need. We didn't want to leave!
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Nice property
Bedrooms generous size, the pool table was a hit and x2 dishwashers made it easier for meal times. Kitchen very well equipped, and nice crispy bedding.
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Superb
Superb property in a beautiful location
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Simply stunning house
Simply stunning house, location, better than it looked on the website if that is possible, just needs a bigger toaster.
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The ideal family holiday house
This house really ticked every box for our stay. Thankyou for making us feel most welcome
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Fantastic location
Couldn’t have hoped for a more beautifully finished property.
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Beautiful House
A beautiful house, perfect for two or three families to get together and enjoy the stunning Lake District. Asia, the owner, was helpful in every way.
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Very Enjoyable
Excellent accommodation, spacious and comfortable.
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Thank you!
Our second holiday in this beautiful house surrounded by breathtaking scenery. We enjoyed valuable family time, fun, lots of walks and relaxation. Enjoyed the piano and the children loved the trampoline – more special family memories. Thank you!
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Just Brilliant
A welcome return after two years. Enormous quantities of food and alcohol were consumed to replace the energy expended on a variety of walks/climbs. Alterations to the house and the coach house made a huge difference enabling us to gather together. We’ll be back again!
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Wonderful stay
Had a most fantastic week in a wonderful house. Particularly enjoyed the open plan setout of the house which enabled us to always be together. Garden was great for exploring and relaxing whilst taking in the stunning views. We are all hoping to return next year.
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A wonderful time was had by all from arrival to departure
The house suited our needs completely. A range of ages from 3-88! The location is perfect, visits to Buttermere, Keswick and Cockermouth were made within easy driving distances. Claire (highly recommended) catered for us on two nights – everything cooked to perfection. When do we return for our next ‘big’ celebration?!
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A delightful home from home
Such an amazing location for a family gathering – we don’t want to leave! Thank you for making a home from home to enjoy family times and make memories. Highlights – Incredible views, garden wanderings – beautiful to explore, family meals and laughter at the huge table! Having Claire Boisser come cook us a meal – she is wonderful. Do it! A beautiful home but a comfy home – making it possible to relax without being on tenterhooks. We hope to return!
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Looking forward to our next visit!
Our whole family has had a wonderful holiday. We are a large family group whose ages range from 2-85 and as I said before we all agree that this is the best place we have stayed in the last 23 years of holidaying together. We would like to book again for next year!
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A perfect New Years for the whole family
We’ve had a wonderful time seeing in the New Year in this beautiful house. We’ve enjoyed elevensies in the conservatory every day – coffee, mince pies and a magnificent view what more could you want! The children have had a ball and enjoyed exploring the forest and long walks, as have the dogs. It has been perfect so a very big thank you!
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Amazing house and views
Here for Christmas week and had the best Christmas ever! This is the third time we are staying here – it’s like a home from and home and I hope we return many more times!
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We’ll be back!
A full house! We enjoyed what was the very best large residence we’ve found after several years of family holidays in the Lake District.
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