Self-Catering at Piggery Cottage | Holiday Cottages in Carlisle

Holiday home
Piggery Cottage is a semi-detached barn conversion cottage located on a working farm near to Wigton on the outskirts of the Lake District National Park. The cottage sleeps four people and has one double bedroom, one room with bunks and a family bathroom. Also in the cottage are a fitted kitchen and a sitting room. Outside is off road parking and a front patio with outdoor furniture. Centrally located for discovering the northern Lake District and the Solway coast, Piggery Cottage is a lovely family holiday home all year round. Maximum of 2 dogs at the property - charged at £10 per pet, per stay - please contact Sykes to confirm any pets attending as pets must be declared on your booking form. Note: Dogs to be kept on a lead at all times due to resident farm animals.

Accomodation Details
Two ground floor bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x adult bunks. First floor shower room with shower, basin and WC. Ground floor basin and WC. Kitchen with dining area. First floor sitting room with electric stove.

Area
With a charter granted in 1262, the traditional Cumbrian market town of Wigton still holds a market each Tuesday in the covered market hall. This lovely town is a popular centre for shopping, pubs and restaurants, as well as for other activities such as theatre, bowls, swimming, tennis and other sports.

Region
Impressive mountains, open fells and clear-water lakes, the Lake District has it all. From walking in the mountains to exhilarating watersports or just a gentle cruise on a steam-powered yacht, Cumbria is the perfect holiday destination.

Amenities
Electric underfloor heating. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine (use of tumble dryer in garden shed), dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, WiFi. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Travel cot and highchair on request. Ample off road parking. Lockable bike storage. Front patio with furniture. Two well-behaved dogs welcome at £10 each per stay. Sorry, no smoking. Shop 2 miles, pub 8 mins walk. Note: The stairs are open tread, children to be supervised at all times. Note: Dogs to be kept on a lead at all times due to resident farm animals.

Mr Horne

September 2020

Last minute booking and I couldn't be happier with my choice.. Stunning location, close enough to the likes of Keswick but far enough away for a relax without the crowds. The hosts were fantastic as was the property. Warm, welcoming and extremely clean. The pride in the place really does show all the way through the cottage. Well equipped kitchen and cooking facilities. The extra touches like the welcome basket, fresh bread and milk, a towel and treats for the dog is what sets places like this apart. We will definitely be returning. Thank you

Mr Horne, September 2020

Everything was perfect and we felt very safe because the owner was following the government guide lines in respect of Covid 19.. We had a wonderful holiday as usual.

Mr Clayton, September 2020

August 2020

We had such a warm welcome at Piggery Cottage.. Mrs. Wilson has thought of everything to make guests as comfortable as possible. We were grateful for the amazing welcome hamper, including milk for a cuppa on arrival and her infamous lemon drizzle cake! It was fantastic to see the cows every morning and we made friends with two calves while we were there. We can’t recommend Piggery Cottage highly enough- it was lovely.

Mrs Carter, August 2020

Lovely place to stay.. Made to feel very welcome by the owners.

Mr Burge, August 2020

Hospitality was amazing! !!

Mrs Haddrick, August 2020

July 2020

Piggery Cottage was a delight and Lorna & Jim were so nice and very helpful.. The homemade cake and welcome basket, the chocolates and sweets were a lovely touch (not good for the waistline though!). We loved being shown around the farm and seeing the cows being milked. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would love to come back and stay another time.

Mrs Heatlie, July 2020

Great place to stay, really clean and well equipped.. It’s a good location for exploring the northern lakes.

Dr Wood, July 2020

February 2020

The holiday let owner was really lovely, leaving all sorts of goodies in the welcome pack, even home baking! We had lots of chats and she made us feel so at home. We will definitely be staying at the piggery cottage again.

Mr Hill, February 2020

November 2019

We had a most enjoyable stay at piggery cottage.. The owners were really lovely people and so helpful. The cottage itself was really nice and comfortable. Very well equipped. The welcome pack was amazing. Homemade cakes!. We will definitely be going back there next year. Loved every minute.

Mrs Knowles, November 2019

September 2019

Our fifth time back at Piggery Cottage; as peaceful and relaxing as ever.. Launa (and Jim) have created a real gem, with its own unique character and style. A great location, with straightforward access to the Solway coast and into the Lakes, along with nearby Wigton, we are looking forward to visiting again soon!

Mrs Spencer

March 2019

Fabulous - This cottage was amazing.. It was warm, cosy, clean, everything you could wish for. We could not fault it or think of anything that it didn't have. The owners were so friendly and accommodating. Definitely would go back again.

Mrs Nicholson

February 2019

Excellent accommodation, great location.. Welcome pack an added bonus. Exactly as described and look forward to returning again.

Mrs Martin

December 2018

We couldn’t have asked for a better welcome from the property owner for our stay.. Our time there was very enjoyable and our host couldn’t have been more accommodating. We would use Sykes website again and certainly recommend this accommodation. Thank you!

Mr Mcvey

October 2018

Set is in a rural location but only a 5 minute drive from Wigton where 3 supermarkets and other local shops will ensure you will have all the supplies you need.. Plenty of eating places in the town and nearby. The cottage more than lives up to the photographs in the listing. It has all the facilities you could wish for, a home from home. Mrs. Wilson (owner) is a very welcoming host, fresh flowers in the cottage and a welcome pack was greatly appreciated and enjoyed. Although there was a comprehensive information folder outlining the operation of appliances etc she spent the time to show us where everything was and how they worked. There were no problems during our stay but I am confident, had there been, it would have been quickly sorted. A plus for us was the ability to take our dog with us. We used this as a base to explore the hills and trails around Keswick. There is a book in the cottage listing walks suitable for dogs which we used. I found the walks Aira Force and Friar's Crag very rewarding for us all. Friar's Crag was the longer of the two walks and there was the bonus of stopping at the Mary Mount Hotel (dog friendly) for a coffee about the halfway point. Aira Force is equally dog friendly having both a kiosk and a café. One day the weather was clagged in and our walk in the Ullswater area would have been a waste of time so we walked up "Binsey", a hill which is not to far away from the cottage. On a good day I'm told you have great views of the surrounding area, the Solway coast, Keswick and Derwent water, perhaps next time. Returned to cottage, dried off, and spent an enjoyable afternoon exploring Cockermouth and Maryport. All in all a great few days away and I would have no hesitation staying in the cottage again

Mrs Cox

Amazing little holiday cottage.. ..has everything you need in a picturesque setting...the owners were lovely and very welcoming...lots of little touches like freshly baked cake and basket of goodies on arrival...everywhere was spotless and the cottage has everything you need and more...even showed us around the farm including the baby animals and milking parlour...will definitely return.

Mrs Tetlow-cross

September 2018

Beautiful cottage, the owners really couldn't do enough to help us out.. And dogs had an amazing time

Mrs Lowes

We had a great week at piggery cottage.. we were made so welcome by Lorna and Jim. We were in Wigton for a family wedding they helped to make the day go very smoothly by being very understanding. Great cottage very relaxing and lovely cake and sweet little touches. Our dog Charlie made himself right at home.

cyfyhome

May 2018

South of Wigton this immaculate bijoux cottage is in a rural setting close to the Northern Lake District and the Solway coastline. The accommodation is immaculately presented with personal touches and generous hospitality. It is very comfortable with all amenities.

Piggery Cottage was just what we needed for a relaxing break in peace and quiet.. Lorna and her family are so friendly and go the extra mile to make you feel at home, including their pets. Rupert the dog is just lovely and very friendly. The welcome pack was more than we expected and the cakes were just scrummy. Would definitely look at going there again. This is the first time we have booked with Sykes and if this is the quality of your cottages then we will be looking at booking with you again.

Mr Morris

April 2018

As always we have had a lovely time at Piggery Cottage, it's so lovely being there, we get lots of lovely goodies and to see the cows, sheep as well as the lovely cats and the Golden Retriever is great.. The countryside is lovely and there are so many places to visit. We will return again.

Mr Gibson

This holiday home had to be the best I we have stayed in.. Lorna and Jim are fantastic hosts and the surroundings are absolutely outstanding we will defiantly be back again.

Mr Wallace

March 2018

The owners were particularly lovely, welcoming and couldnt do more for you.. The accomodation was spotlessly clean and the welcome pack was comprenhensive and much appreciated after our 4 hour drive. Being shown around the working farm by the owners was an unexpected treat that we found fascinating and enjoyable. The only slight issue we experienced was the wifi wasnt working but in fairness there wasnt anything the owners could do as they were awaiting BT to fix a fault their end. All in all we had a great week away and the weather was great.

Suehenshaw24

December 2017

We booked the piggery for a five day break including Christmas Day. What a great choice it was! The cottage is located on a quiet farm and is attached to the owners home. The barn conversion has been done to a high standard with underfloor heating and good shower. They have also managed to retain the stunning original features and character. The cottage is kitted out with everything you could possibly need! This was very handy since we were cooking Christmas dinner. We particularly appreciated the lovely welcome hamper, bread and fridge stocked with milk and butter. Saved us having to dash to the shops on arrival! The owners were extremely friendly and welcoming of both us and our dog. We would 100% recommend this property and hope to stay again ourselves in the future.

What can I really say about this cottage that hasn’t already been said.. We loved our stay here from the moment we walked into the cottage. It was Devine so quaint well maintained a home from home. Lorna and Jim have provided everything you need there. The welcome package was amazing filled with wonderful goodies. And cakes made for us to have a nice cuppa with after a long journey from Cornwall, a lovely touch. Carlisle was my home town so I knew how far we were away from the nearest town, pub, shop etc. The farm is a working farm so there is livestock around inc free range hens. Three friendly sheep in the field opposite the cottage also, so please respect the fact that if you take your dog with u that they remain on the lead when on the farm. Lorna has a wonderful retriever dog called Rupert that my collie Daisy fell madly in love with

linda_mcloughlin14

September 2017

Perfect place to stay if you want peace,quite and beautiful scenery. Immaculately clean, comfortable and cozy. Everything was provided, just bring your own food and the welcome pack was amazing. Thank you Lorna for making us feel so welcome. Jess and Sooty loved it too.

Great location, beautiful cottage and the friendliness and hospitality of the Wilson family was second to none.. We would thoroughly recommend this cottage and location to all.

Mr Cree

July 2017

Great cottage and great hosts here.. Well located for touring about the Cumbria, Lake Districts area. Highly recommended. We spent a wonderful week here and will go back for sure !

Mrs Mitchell

May 2017

The location was wonderful , peaceful and quiet.. The owner and family are so kind and generous and made our stay extra special , especially for our 4 year old Grand-daughter.

Lisa E

January 2017

Booked The Piggery Cottage to see the New Year in!! What a wonderful find ...from the owners' friendly greeting and yummy homemade cakes and treats to a warm and cosy welcome ...the cottage was decorated in Festive lights and decorations, everything was catered for ..fantastic!! Went for a couple of lovely walks in the Lakes as an ideal base for touring that area. Very dog friendly - Our dog loved it and her dog biscuits!! We were as happy as pigs in muck!!

Mrs Simcock

August 2016

A beautiful cottage, very comfortable. The owners could not do enough for you. We would highly recommend.

Linda N

July 2016

What a treat to come to this fabulous cottage - on a working farm with the kindest of hosts. A warm welcome awaits, with lots of treats and home-baked cakes. We've had a lovely stay, thanks very much, as have our two dogs!

Mrs Murray

This is a lovely cottage on working farm. It has an attractive entrance and outlook. It had everything you need in a cottage. The owner was very helpful. My husband and I would have no hesitation in recommending this cottage.

Ms Nicholson

We had a wonderful warm welcome from Mrs Wilson who looked after us beautifully throughout our stay and went out of her way to help with anything we needed. The dogs had a great time too! Thank you for a wonderful break.

jacks23

June 2016

We stayed here from 24th May and loved the cottage and the area, our two dogs Charlie and Alfie had a fantastic time swimming in the lakes. The cottage, the landlords and the weather we're all fantastic and we had a very relaxing time cannot wait to go back

Mr Hargrave

Piggery Cottage was close to all the main tourist attractions yet very quiet. The cottage was beautiful.

Mr De Ravel

May 2016

The hosts were very welcoming and kind. The cottage was kitted out with every appliance we could have possibly dreamt of needing, and then some. It was sparkling clean, smelled lovely and was lovely on the colder nights with its underfloor heating. The location was great, with a superb view over the working sheep farm.

Mr King

The peace, quiet and surroundings were perfect. The owner went over and above expectations, everything that we needed was provided. This is a working farm, but the only noise during the day were the sheep. A perfect place and we were made very welcome.

Mr Osborn

April 2016

This is a very nice cottage which was peaceful and tranquil. The owners who live next door are very nice and so helpful, it made it a nice holiday. The property is such a lovely place with such lovely people. We will be staying there again if we are in the area.

Mrs Mcculloch

February 2016

Piggery cottage is in an idyllic location, with beautiful views. The owner made us feel very welcome, it felt more like home than a rented accommodation. The facilities are excellent, everything was pristine and so comfortable, we had a very relaxing week and will definitely return.

elapatrice

Just returned from a week at Piggery Cottage and feel very relaxed. The owners make you feel very welcome from the minute you arrive, there is a lovely basket of treats and delicious home made cakes, perfect after the journey there. The cottage is very cosy, with a warm atmosphere, helped by the underfloor heating and comfortable furnishings, and everything you require is provided. It is in a good location on a farm next to the owners home, with beautiful countryside on your doorstep, and not far from Keswick, Carlisle and Cockermouth. We will definitely return in the future.

Mrs Thompson

December 2015

What a wonderful Christmas we had at Piggery Cottage! The owners were the perfect hosts and made us feel so welcome. The cottage was immaculate and there was plenty of space for our family of three. The owner had thought of everything, and all of the extra touches just made the cottage that bit more special. We will definitely be returning!

Miss Harrison

Lovely cosy cottage and lovely owners, we would definitely recommend. The cottage was very well stocked.

Miss Clacher

November 2015

Excellent, quiet location but not far from amenities. Beautiful cottage with everything you could possibly need. Owners very friendly and helpful. Ideal base for exploring the area.

Mrs Crompton

This was an amazing property with everything you could wish for and more besides! The host was most welcoming and nothing too much trouble.

Miss Syrett

October 2015

This Cottage was in the perfect location for a break in the North of the Lake District. It was well equipped and very clean. We had a fantastic time!

Mr Lindgren

September 2015

For a couple or small family the cottage and location is ideal for both Northern Lakes and Solway Coast. Our hosts were a most friendly couple who helped to make our stay a memorable one.

Mrs Lear

We have come back from Piggery Cottage feeling relaxed and refreshed. The cottage is very clean, well stocked and exceeded our expectations. The owners are friendly and helpful, nothing was too much trouble. The cottage is a great base for exploring the North Lakes, we would love to visit again would recommend to anyone.

G4BYG

Our stay at Piggery Cottage was blessed with fine weather. Always a bonus in this North Western part of the UK. Lorna and Jim were extremely helpful and friendly and a joy to exchange stories with. The cottage is what we would call "superior" with every convenience available. Even set aside a large enclosed field for our Greyhound Cassie to stretch out. With Keswick and Cockermouth being only 30 minutes drive away the location is ideal for exploring the Northern Lakes and coast. Nice quiet location for peaceful relaxation. We intend to return.

Mr Rawson

July 2015

Star grade needs to be higher. Excellent hosts. Plenty of outside space for all.

Mrs Andrews

June 2015

This property was the best we have ever stayed in- The owner clearly went out her way to ensure the guests were made very welcome and had a comfortable stay. Superb location away from the hustle and bustle of a hectic life; quiet and within easy reach of the Lake District and Southern Scotland. 'B' and 'C' roads are so quiet it is a pleasure to drive at an unhurried pace. To chill out, this is the place to stay.

Dr Phoenix

May 2015

A lovely cosy cottage which was impressively stocked on arrival and in a peaceful location. Will book again.

Mr Griffiths

The welcome was excellent, everywhere was clean and tidy, and the cottage was great. You are easily placed to visit lots of local towns. A really lovely place to stay.

Mrs Templeton

A very well equipped cottage, and the owner was exceptionally friendly, the hospitality was fabulous. The weather wasn't very kind to us but the owners baking and the cosiness of the cottage helped, and we had a lovely relaxing week. Will recommend this lovely cottage.

Mrs Hunter

April 2015

The cottage was absolutely lovely in every respect - the owners had thought of everything and the welcoming goodies were excellent. All in all, well and truly above the normal for a rental cottage.

Ms Thompson

We were warmly welcomed by the lovely owner, she asked us on more than one occasion if we needed anything, was a fabulous host. The cottage was perfect, in an idyllic location for the Lakes but near enough to shops for necessities. Will DEFINITELY be going back. Couldn't fault it.

Mr Kimminau

It was peaceful and quiet. The facilities were advertised as dog friendly and they were actually dog fantastic. An excellent place to stay with your canine family members.

Bobkimminau

Spent a week away from the hustle and bustle just the two of us and the pooches. This choice was selected as it is advertised as dog friendly. It is not only dog friendly it is dog fantastic. The Owners have a new puppy themselves having recently lost their older dogs, so are completely intune with the pooches needs. It has quiet unused (at the time we were there) paddocks for use by your canines and this makes it invaluable if you have weather as we did , 6days of rain and high winds, but thats Cumbria for you. Be respectful of the surrounding livestock and you will have a fantasticly peaceful break. The accomodation is recently completed but homely and one of the best equipped and goody packed that we have visited in the lakes (but I wont spoil the surprises!). Lounge and both bedrooms spacious and relaxing. Upstairs shower room and downstairs toilet small but easy to use. Be mindful when booking that if you intend to self cater for more than two adults and two small children, it will take some discipline in the food prep area as it is not large. Preparing and sitting and eating in the kitchen/diner is a challenge for two adults. More than that could prove interesting. That said we managed easily so dont let it put you off if you're not intending to eat in all the time. Access too and from is easy and the owners are very freindly and have some great tales to tell. Will definately use again if we go to this part of Cumbria again.

Mrs Crowsley

March 2015

The Piggery is a lovely cottage and we enjoyed our stay tremendously. The accommodations were very comfortable, the hosts are lovely people and the cottage was stocked with all the items one would need or desire. We would highly recommend Piggery Cottage and hope to stay here again.

Jim C

February 2015

It was remiss of me not to write a review earlier, I've only just realised I hadn't done it. We spent Xmas at the Piggery and it was an absolute delight. Beautifully decorated for the occasion, Lorna did herself proud. For anyone wanting an above average break, this is for you. From the moment you arrive, until the moment you leave, you are made to feel .......well, ......just part of things. An excellent welcome pack is just the beginning, Comfortable, clean beyond words, restful, warm, a feeling of country living, with chickens, cats, dogs, sheep and a couple of horses for good measure to welcome you when you step outside each morning. Bliss. Ideal for the Northern lakes, and all that they offer, the Piggery is an easy drive from North or South, and an easy 15/20 minutes from Carlisle on a straight road. My congratulations to Jim & Lorna on an excellent country retreat.

Elke B

Piggery cottage is just stunning. The views are fantastic. If you are looking for peace and quiet then Piggery Cottage is just the place. You wouldnt have know that it was on a working farm. The owners Lorna and Jim were very welcoming and the welcome pack that was left for us was more than you would ever expect. Bread, butter, milk, fresh orange juice, home made lemon drizzle cake (our favourite), home made biscuits, crisps, sweets, dog treats. We didnt want for anything. Wigton is a just a short drive away and has various shops, takeaways and more. We have recommended Piggery Cottage to friends already and will be returning next year.

Mrs Darby

November 2014

We absolutely loved our stay at Piggery Cottage. It was easy to find, conveniently located and the owner was incredibly friendly and accommodating; we didn't want for anything. Will definitely be back.

Mr Mcnichol

Particularly like the peacefulness and the attention to detail, also the high standard of accommodation, would recommend this property for any one looking for a relaxing break.

Mr Nicholson

October 2014

Superb cottage, couldn't ask for anything better.

Ms Stevens

A very clean, well equipped and decorated cottage. The owners are most welcoming.

MaggieGlenrothes

Piggery Cottage is a well maintained high quality cosy cottage on a working farm. Owner Lorna is very generous with an amazing welcome pack of home baking, butter, bread, milk fresh orange juice, sweets and biscuits! Nice garden area outside where the chickens visited looking for tit bits. Wigton is a five minute drive. Lots of extras. If you are looking for a peaceful quiet holidays - Piggery Cottage is ideal.

September 2014

A lovely cottage in a lovely area, the owners were very helpful and the welcome was second to none. A delightful holiday.

Mr Gray

August 2014

The cottage was excellent and the extra hospitality provided by the owner was beyond expectation.

Mr Nicolson

Excellent, well equipped and comfortable cottage. Very quiet location despite farmyard close by.

StuB87

Lovely property, with a friendly and accommodating hostess. Made us feel very welcome, including the use of a fenced field so our blind and deaf dogs could be let off lead for the first time. The cottage came stocked with enough home-baked goods to keep us going for a fortnight! Living area is very cosy, perfect for winding down after a day of hiking. It's a bit of a drive to get to any of the main tourist spots, although even the southern lakes are manageable. With scenery like that, it's a pleasant journey regardless. The only downside for us was that the mattress wasn't the best, but nevertheless - highly recommended.

Mr Butler

June 2014

Welcome basket and basic essentials on arrival. Very thoughtful of the owner. Beautifully equipped cottage and location.

Mr Bentley

The Owner was outstanding - left lots of lovely treats, including home made cakes, for us. The cottage and hospitality could not have been better. Also - the weather was absolutely fantastic!

Mrs Waite

The location was quiet and dog friendly as the owner allowed us to walk our dog on their fields attached to the cottage. Hospitality was excellent, cottage was all we could have wished for and the owners were very helpful and friendly.

Miss Laycock

May 2014

Had a fantastic time, the cottage was amazing; we didn't want for anything and had wonderful hosts. Would definitely recommend and will be returning in the near future soon.

Mrs Bostock

We couldn't find fault with Piggery Cottage at all, it was absolutely beautiful. It was to a very high standard. We have stayed in many cottages and the Piggery was certainly up there with the best. The owners were very friendly and helpful at all times and the welcome pack was unbelievable. I would recommend Piggery cottage to anyone; a couple on their own, a small family and someone with a dog too.

Miss Reeves

March 2014

My partner and I were looking for somewhere to stay with our dog in the Lake District. Wigton was a nice area, Keswick a short drive away. Our cottage was lovely, very clean and tidy. Surrounded by fields for our dog to run in the morning. I would highly recommend this cottage to anyone looking to take a short break away to the Lake District.

Mrs Jones

November 2013

5 star luxury is what you get at Piggery Cottage! Everything has been thought of at this holiday let. From a family who have stayed in numerous holiday lets we are more than qualified to say that the attention to detail is unparalleled. The cottage is absolutely spotless. There is even a super hairdresser at the holiday-let. The Wilson family are the most fantastic hosts! They offered us the most fabulous introduction to Cumbria. Piggery Cottages' location is superb, within easy reach of Carlisle (castle/theatre/shopping), Keswick (picturesque market town - lots of outdoor clothing shops the delightful Booths supermarket), Cockermouth (beautiful historic town), Allonby (the place for ice cream) and Silloth (the beach), and Wigton for amenities. Simply perfect!

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Piggery Cottage in Carlisle, Cumbria