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The Retreat

(Ref. 1147670)

Wigton, Cumbria & The Lake District Show on map

4.3

Sykes rating

  • 2 Guests

  • 1 Bedroom

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets Yes

Features

  • Pub/shop < 1 mile
  • Washing machine
  • Broadband / WiFi

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3 Customer Reviews

  • "The apartment was very damp and smelly when we walked in on Thursday it did ..."

    The apartment was very damp and smelly when we walked in on Thursday it did improve slightly as the weekend went on we found a slug on the bedroom wall friday night as we went to bed so i took it outside so not a good thing to happen overall the property was very good but just the damp that put us off going again

    Thank you for your feedback. Unfortunately the weather has dropped considerably in temperature and with heavy downpours of rain, we have not been able to adjust the heating temperature in time, the apartment was not occupied for several days prior to your arrival, and had not been kept warm. We have now rectified the heating times and duration. May I reassure you that there is not any damp in the apartment, as with very old buildings, there is no insulation and a change in temperature with lots of rain will make the building feel cold and damp very quickly, normally regulated by the heating.I can only apologise, however if you had called us we could have talked you through the heating controls. As there was only one isolated incident with the slug it is highly likely to have been brought in by the previous guests dog or walking boots. Older properties have their appealing charm but also bring their challenges you don’t find with modern architecture. Kind regards Alison & Mark Property Owner

    Reviewed by Colin3.1Sep 2024

  • "A very comfortable apartment ideally placed to visit the Lake District and the rest of Cumbria."

    Thank you for your kind review, it is indeed a great base to explore beautiful Cumbria. We would love to welcome you back again. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Adrian5.0Aug 2024

  • "The whole place was lovely, just want to mention that the front door key is a bit tricky!"

    You have to be very zen to make it work!

    Thank you so much for your feedback, we are really happy you enjoyed your stay. So glad you mentioned the door, we are there in a couple of weeks so will take a look at it, much appreciated. Update on front door- the lock has been changed and is now working fine. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Susan4.7Aug 2024

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Summary

  • Ground-floor apartment
  • One king-size bedroom
  • Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail and WC
  • Kitchen
  • Living/dining room - with single Z bed if requested
  • Gas central heating
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine
  • 1 x TV, WiFi
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • On street parking or pay to park sites nearby
  • Pet friendly
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop 0.1 miles, pub 0.2 miles
  • Please note that regrettably this property is not suitable for young children and infants

The property

Situated in the heart of the captivating market town of Wigton is The Retreat, a charming ground-floor apartment.

The Retreat is a lovely one-bedroom apartment in a Victorian terraced house perfect for a romantic getaway.

This property has the choice of on-street parking or permit parking in a car park close by.

The original wooden door welcomes you and upon entering you are greeted by original Minton floor tiles in the hallway as well as high ceiling arches.

Travel into the homely living/dining room and snuggle up in front of the TV and enjoy a romantic meal or drinks at the dining table.

Take advantage of the fully-equipped kitchen to prepare tasty treats or surprise your partner with a home-cooked meal.

As the evening draws to a close, head into the bedroom with stylish black furnishings and retire to the king-size bed.

There is also a bathroom with bath and shower over, idea for relaxing after a day of exploring.

The Retreat rests in the centre of Wigton just a short walk from local shops and a variety of pubs and restaurants, The Throstles Nest is the closest.

For more vibrant nightlife take a trip into Carlisle which has a plethora of bars to choose from such as Bar Solo and the Crescent Bar.

Carlisle is also a fantastic city to explore during the day, to brush up on its local history head to the medieval Carlisle Cathedral which does daily services, Carlisle Castle a 12th-century fortress, Cumbria’s Museum of Military Life and Tullie House Museum and Art Gallery.

On sunny days take a scenic drive from the property to the Lake District which has an abundance of extraordinary walks and lakes to explore including Bassenthwaite Lake.

The Retreat is ideally located for a refreshing, romantic and memorable getaway for you and your loved one.

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About the location

WIGTON

Carlisle 12 miles; Keswick 20 miles.

A traditional Cumbrian market town with a charter granted in 1262, which still holds a market each Friday in the covered market hall, along with an open air car boot sale which is held at Silloth. Wigton is a popular centre for shopping, pubs and restaurants, and also boasts a theatre, bowls, swimming, tennis and other sports. Lord Melvyn Bragg was a native of Wigton, and used the town (called Thurston in some of his writings) and the surrounding area as the setting for his novels including ‘A Time to Dance’. Located 18 miles from Penrith it is a good base for the attractions of the North Lakes, the cathedral city of Carlisle, 12 miles away, Keswick, just north of Derwentwater and close to Lake Bassenthwaite, and the natural beauty of the West Cumbrian Coast. Hadrian’s Wall is within 25 miles, while the Scottish Borders, and Gretna Green, are within easy reach.

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This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas