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Penny Post Cottage - charming character cottage on the edge of the Lake District

Cottage in Carnforth with kitchen and patio

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Terrace/patio
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi
Exterior detail
Interior
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue

Explore the area

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Carnforth, England
  • Place, Arnside and Silverdale
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Carnforth Station Heritage Centre
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Yorkshire Dales National Park
    ‪15 min drive‬

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About the area

Carnforth

At this cottage you'll be within a 20-minute walk of Arnside and Silverdale and 2 km (1.3 mi) from Carnforth Station Heritage Centre. .You can enjoy Smart televisions with a DVD player, and accommodation features a washing machine, free WiFi and a fireplace. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A patio, a living room and a TV are also available.
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What's nearby

  • Arnside and Silverdale - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Carnforth Station Heritage Centre - 3 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Yorkshire Dales National Park - 15 min drive - 19.9 km
  • Lake Windermere - 28 min drive - 40.5 km
  • Ribblehead Viaduct - 40 min drive - 43.4 km

Getting around

  • Carnforth Station - 3 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Old School Brewery - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Royal Hotel - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Blue Anchor - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Shovel Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Junction Bar - ‬3 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.

Penny Post Cottage - charming character cottage on the edge of the Lake District

Penny Post Cottage is situated in the lovely village of Warton, Lancashire.
The cottage has been lovingly restored, preserving its quaint spaces and unique features. Boasting two bedrooms, reading/play room, lounge with log burner, kitchen, bathroom and lovely enclosed paved garden with beautiful views, this is a truly charming and romantic cottage. Close to all amenities, dog friendly pubs and beautiful walks.
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • No on-site parking available
  • Car recommended

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: Penny Post Cottage is STRICTLY no smoking.

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

Pets are very welcome to Penny Post Cottage - we do not allow them on the furniture or beds. We provide a quality dog bed for your pets stay!
Penny Post Cottage is a Grade II listed building and has low ceilings and some restricted spaces. Please contact us before you book for details.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Penny Post Cottage is STRICTLY no smoking.

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. No on-site parking is available. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Penny Post Cottage - charming character cottage on the edge of the Lake District?

The closest beach to Penny Post Cottage - charming character cottage on the edge of the Lake District is Morecambe Beach (10.9 km).

Does Penny Post Cottage - charming character cottage on the edge of the Lake District have a pool?

No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.

Is Penny Post Cottage - charming character cottage on the edge of the Lake District family-friendly?

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities and a BBQ, as well as highchairs and children's books, it's no surprise that Penny Post Cottage - charming character cottage on the edge of the Lake District is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Penny Post Cottage - charming character cottage on the edge of the Lake District?

No, Penny Post Cottage - charming character cottage on the edge of the Lake District does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Penny Post Cottage - charming character cottage on the edge of the Lake District?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.

Penny Post Cottage - charming character cottage on the edge of the Lake District Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 27 out of 33 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 33 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 33 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 33 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Natalie W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Katrina’s cottage was absolutely wonderful. It’s a short hop from many villages within the national park and also had many places close by to get groceries, fuel etc. There are lots of sites and attractions to visit close by to the cottage as well. The cottage itself is beautiful, and Katrina included a cute gift basket for us. The cottage was very clean and had all the necessities you would need for your stay. Katrina also provided a lovely guide with all the key things you need to know about the cottage and the local area. We had a lovely short stay and would definitely come back again!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025

10/10 Excellent

Judith G.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage. Great host - fresh flowers and welcome treats. Our dog enjoyed it too! Thanks
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Loved our stay. Very homey feel and loved the history surrounding us. Too short of a stay to see all we wanted to see. Would love to return. Thank you for a wonderful stay. The Spillmans
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lawrence C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Nice cosy cottage in great position to explore cumbria
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mary Anne B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Unique cottage in gorgeous village

The house was very unique. It was a lovely setting in a village that is busy by day but deathly quiet at night. Parking is tricky and the road through the village is extremely narrow but once you've navigated that, it was perfect for us.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

sam b.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely

Had a wonderful stay. Was everything we needed. Lovely gift basket. Highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Rich R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Weekend visit

Lovely little cottage, since well used. Excellent communication from the host, and done lovely welcome gifts. Fantastic overall, and we'll book again!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Alison S.

Liked: Cleanliness

A trip to see friends

This property is very quaint and has lots of character. The kitchen is well equipped. It was lovely to have a real fire most nights. Very handy to see the lakes and our friends who live in the village.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jacqueline C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely stay

Nice cosy cottage very quirky set in the pretty village of Warton.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Luke S.

Liked: Cleanliness

A perfect place to stay

Lovely, well equipped cottage with a great walk up Warton Crag right on your door, and great choices for food and drink within walking distance. Perfect for a relaxing weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

mark t.

Liked: Cleanliness

2 night stay in cosy cottage in Warton

We as a family of 4 and our whippet puppy had a lovely 2 night stay in Penny Post Cottage, it was lovely and clean and had everything we could want and need to make our stay perfect. We loved the character and the charm of the interior and the little garden was great to sit out with a cuppa when the weather allowed...! In all a comfortable stay in a charming cottage.. Thank you katrina for your communication prior to arrival and your speedy response to my messages.. We'll be returning one day..
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Lorna E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely traditional style cottage

The cottage is very cute and higgledy piggledy, wonky stairs, beams etc. Things to note - There is a curtain over the toilet, not a door; but there is the option of closing the landing door and the master bedroom for privacy. The bed is very hard, there is road noise and the church bells ring on the hour every hour. The kitchen is well stocked and there was a lovely welcome hamper on arrival. Communication with the host was good. Beautiful church grounds and warton rectory next door. Pet friendly and nice touches for furry friends, but the garden walls were low enough that our small dog could jump over. could jump over.over.them door
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christine L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Very enjoyable stay

Very cosy little cottage with interesting history. Very comfortable bed with beautifully clean bed linen. Warton is a great little village close to Silverdale and Arnside. Wonderful stay and will hopefully be back next year.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenn C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful cottage

This is a beautiful home and we really enjoy our stay. The owner was super responsive and really thoughtful she left us lots of little details to assist our stay with our baby.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Helen L.

Disliked: Cleanliness

Disappointingly shabby

The owner sounded lovely on the phone, and was very helpful and quick to respond when we had to contact her. The problem was that the description of cleanliness was way out. The fiirst thing we had to do was wash the kitchen floor and wipe down the units as they were actually sticky and unpleasant. The sitting area rug was filthy. All of the net curtains were very badly frayed and grubby and the toilet had a lot of peeling paint and no door or curtains other than a net curtain that can be seen through when the light is on. None of the many sets of fairy lights worked, a small thing, but if they are all over the place, some at least should work. On the plus side the bed was clean and comfortable.The parking was on the street, but we didn't have a problem at any time. It could be such a great place if only we hadn't felt mislead by the large nummber of 10 out of 10 cleanliness reports, we are not generally fussy but did feel sad being here.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emma H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely stay

Katrina is very accommodating and easy to contact if any problems arise. Cottage is lovely and cosy with a lovely fire. House well equipped and ideal for a small family.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Sandra

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities
Loved the period features and the Christmas tree was up when we arrived. Cosy heating too.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Quaint comfortable cottage

Lovely place - enjoyed the outside terrace under the large tree in the sunshine! Very friendly host. Would stay again!
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect Penny Post

Such a quirky cottage in a lovely village . All we needed & more . Comfy beds , great outdoor space , clean & inviting . Katrina was a wonderful host , we will hopefully be booking again next year .
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maggie M., Holmfirth

Liked: Cleanliness

Pefect property

This beautiful cottage has everything and more for your stay. Location is perfect for exploring the lake district, the coast and Lancaster. We were so comfortable and blessed with the weather, so we could sit outside on the lovely seating area. Never have we stayed anywhere with everything we could possibly need until here. Lovely friendly place too, and I once again wish to thank Katrina for the birthday surprises for my daughter, a massive hit.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

David E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Nice quiet stay… loved the locals

Right on the Main Street where pubs and food is easy access.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Lynda S., Henderson, Kentucky

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely cottage but you should know this…

The cottage was lovely and quirky, as one would expect from a centuries-old English cottage. However, you should know that the bathroom situation is less than ideal. It is on the second floor, which is fine. But it is split by a hallway. The toilet is on the left side of the hallway with only a curtain to divide it from the rest of the space. There are two bedrooms going off of this hallway as well. The shower and the sink are directly across the hallway from the toilet. There is an actual door for that space. You can hear every noise and detect every odor from the toilet space as you can imagine. I shared the space with my mother, and we found the whole situation very weird and uncomfortable. It’s one thing if you are staying in that space with an intimate partner, but any other family member is just awkward. I went back to the listing to see if it mentions the bathroom situation and I somehow missed it, and it did not. I feel like this is holding back useful information to a potential renter. The host addresses the awkward bathroom situation in her information binder, but it should have been addressed in the listing. She even states in the binder that most people don’t find it an issue. Well, it is an issue. After you check in, you are stuck. You can’t check out and get a refund. You really have no choice but to accept it. Despite the fact that we were not happy with the toilet situation, the cottage itself is otherwise lovely. It’s a nice location for exploring the area. The host is very friendly and responsive. Parking was a challenge, but it seems to be that case in small English towns in general.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

6/10 Okay

Debra v.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location shame about the heating

Really enjoyed our first couple of nights. That was until the boiler broke Tuesday morning. Host did arrange for someone to come out and fix it however it by time we got back it was broken again. Host then turned up with a bucket of coal another couple of heaters and a bottle of wine. Nothing could be done at 5pm at night. After this though we didn't get any updates on if the boiler would be fixed and the house is very cold without heating we also didn't have any hot water. Not really how we wanted to spend out honeymoon. We left Thursday morning and I was really glad to be heading home to get some warmth. The other issue we had is the toilet doesn't have a door but a small curtain that you pull across. Location however was brilliant. Micro brewery was lovely and the food was great. Warton crag is definitely a good one to walk. We'll definitely be visiting the area again but not in this cottage.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Penny Post Cottage

A lovely property with lots of original features and charm. Looks small from the outside but is deceivingly spacious. Everything you need, we’ll appointed and very cosy. Great location in a small village and well placed for all surrounding attractions. Decent beer and food in the Malt Shovel - 5 mins walk. Good walks up Warton Crag and just a short distance from RSPB Leighton Moss. Would definitely visit again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Irene R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing English Cottage

The cottage was estimated to be built in the 1600's so the charm of it with low ceilings, creaking floor boards and a beautiful fireplace were an experience in itself for me as an Australian in a country with so much history. Katrina and her team made sure we were comfortable for the whole month we were there and by the end of our stay we felt like we were leaving home and a new friend. Everything we needed was available - like a home away from home. Location for us being so close to family and the Lakes district was perfect. I'd highly recommend. Can't wait to visit again at some point.
Stayed 27 nights in Sep 2022