New House

We have returned to the house we absolutely love.

A beautiful home and area to stay in. We will definitely return again but there are a few areas which need some tlc. The sofas in the main living room area haven't been changed since our first visit 10 years ago! They are very uncomfortable, basically just a frame with covers in, all the cushioning has gone. Please buy new ones! The tap in the kitchen is leaking all over the work surface, just needs a new washer. The fridge/freezer in the utility room is the same one that was there when we first visited 10 years ago! It has mould around the rubber and isn't working properly, it kept freezing the fridge food, and it just isn't big enough for 10 adults for 2 weeks. Please buy a new American fridge freezer, this would also fix your water issue and we wouldn't need to buy bottled water. There is a roof tile missing above the front door, it has left a hole right through to the ceiling which is causing damp problems in the dining room and on the landing upstairs. There is mould and damp on the carpet around the toilet in the main bathroom caused by condensation dripping. All the carpets upstairs are quite badly stained now in several places, im not sure even an industrial carpet cleaner will get them clean so may need replacing, again the carpets are over 10 years old. The cooker is also over 10 years old and was struggling to stay hot on the left side oven, it is also rusting on the front and the 5th burner on the hob isn't working properly, another appliance that really requires updating now. Toilet in the main bedroom isn't screwed into the floor properly so moves when you sit on it, the toilet seat in the furthest bedroom needs screwing on properly as it kept falling off. The bed in the furthest bedroom just needs tightening up with allen keys, as do both single beds in the twin room, we couldn't find any otherwise we'd have done it. The twin room also really needs a wardrobe, there is plenty of room for one. Everywhere could do with a fresh lick of paint now. With all these things I've raised i must say we would still return. The beds are comfortable, the layout of the house is beautiful, the outside space is well looked after and the dog kennels are so handy. It is a beautiful home and we fell in love with it fir the first time over 10 years ago and have frequently returned, so im raising the above issues because I love the house so much and I know unless issues are raised they can be easily missed so I'd rather help keep the house beautiful like it was when we first visited, it just needs some tickets maintenance and a few things replacing which can easily be done. We look forward to visiting again next year

Fantastic stay at New House.

Great location for getting away for some peaceful family time. Ross the owner was incredibly helpful when we needed to contact him and recommended a few days out. Thanks again for everything!

Had a great 7 day stay at this wonderful home.

Very spacious and comfortable for large families and had all amenities you would need. The views are absolutely stunning, and location is very quiet. The owner Ross is easily on hand to answer any questions. Would highly recommend.

Over all my experience at New House, Brampton was very disappointing.

To start with I was a bit concerned when I discovered after booking that the house keeping bond was payable to the property owner not Sykes Cottages. My concern was well founded. After paying the bond, 8 days before the start of the holiday, we struggled to make any further contact with the owner,, and I had to speak to Sykes to contact him on our behalf, whereupon he did eventually manage to send the arrival details and the key safe code to us - just 36 hours before our arrival and after a full week of procrastination on his part. After departing New House on the 13th December it took until the 30th of December and 5 further phone calls to Sykes to have the good housekeeping bond finally repaid. Sykes have been extremely supportive. I think without their help I could be still waiting for my money and I am very grateful for their help with this. The property itself is ‘tired’ and we found it cold. The windows need cleaning, the settees in the main room are grubby. There are far too many grotty table mats, chipped pots and worn out 'no longer' non-stick pan and oven trays. It appears nothing old has ever been thrown away. The cutlery is an eclectic collection of bits and bobs. The fridge and freezer have seen better days and the cooker is very worn and was far cleaner when we left than on our arrival, especially the oven which we cleaned before using. The beds were uncomfortable and too well used. Out of 3 showers 1 leaked, one was either excessively hot or excessively cold with nothing in between, the 3rd was okay. On a positive not the owner is very generous with his toilet rolls. The small sitting room and dining room are elegant but they accommodate only 5 or 6 people, as a party of 8 adults we did not use them. The property is remote, big and spacious and the views are lovely. But this is not nearly enough to compensate. It is fair to say that the inability to contact the owner and the irritation it caused spoiled our holiday as much as the other negatives which are also significant.

No heating, no hot water, no oven.

Damp, mould throughout. Stained bedding, carpets and furniture. Many fire safety breaches. House needs serious maintenance and deep cleaning. No attempt to remedy issues while we were there.

We had a lovely stay at New House, the directions and communication from Mr Barrington were excellent.

The house is big and roomy and with plenty of comfortable seating and large dining area, the bedrooms were all roomy with comfortable beds, with 3 large toilets upstairs and 1 downstairs it was great for a large family and with the kitchen having everything we required and to top it off the log burner kept the house cosy, the whole house is tastefully decorated throughout, it is a lovely house for a chilled weekend

Wonderful house for the family and dogs.

Beautiful surroundings

Lovely comfortable house in the country side.

Beautiful views and great garden.

Beautiful property in stunning surroundings.

Absolutely loved the peace and tranquility.

We enjoyed a wonderful weekend at the cottage.

The cottage was comfortable and well laid out. The gardens and view stunning! We would highly recommend this cottage for people wanting a break away from it all.

The house was idea for what was needed, group of girls getting together from different areas of the uk.

The main living area was spacious was really the only are we used downstairs. Will definitely go back. Only down fall was having to get rid of own recycling

This is a beautiful family home with nice open plan kitchen/living space.

Lovely surrounding areas for walks and with beautiful scenery for a lovely relaxing and quiet getaway!

Lovely homely place in a great location.

Beautiful surroundings and a fantastic view. Owner Ross was great at resolving an issue with the cooker with a quick response. New House is so spacious and perfect for our family 50th and 20th birthday celebrations. Hayton swimming pool is fantastic to book online we had a few early morning swims. Brampton is handy for shopping. Had a lovely break enjoying the peace and quiet. Lots of stairs and steps up and down to bathrooms and dining area - we are all a little fitter but worth noting as my older parents struggled a little at times but didn't spoil what was a fantastic week.

Lovely house and stunning location.

My family really enjoyed our stay

This was our second stay at New House this year and it was just as good if not better than the first time.

The isolation is perfect and the views and sunsets stunning, will be back again

Brilliant property.

The photos don't do it justice! Big kitchen (well equipped) with open plan family area. Loads of quite areas to sit and escape if required. Ample space for us (4 adults 4 kids) Big garden. Good walks from the house. Hose for dogs, Boot room and stoves (coke and wood) make this ideal for walks with the dog. Plenty of sheep in the fields. Good coms with host. It's 25 mins drive to the nearest shops. We got a food delivery (Asda) for the week and just topped up while we were out and about. Talking Tarn is worth a visit for a swim/paddle board/easy walk and good cafe.

New House is a very nice, well equipped rural property.

It is extremely dog friendly, its location making countryside walks or visits to the many historical locations in the area very easy.

I have written quite a long review, so accept it would have to be edited for publication The Lawson family has just enjoyed a long weekend in The New House ,in a very rural part of Cumbria.

Take the advice of Sykes Cottages and don’t arrive without that essential bottle of milk, as you can’t just pop out to the shops. The house is very spacious and comfortable, with plenty of room for a family of 9 adults, as we are. The main living, cooking and recreational area is open plan and most attractive, leading out to a furnished patio, within extensive and beautiful gardens. The kitchen is well equipped for self catering, which we mainly did, but we also enjoyed a very high quality and reasonably priced dinner at athe Crossings, about 20 minutes away. All the bedrooms and bathrooms are upstairs, quite a long and steep climb to be expected in this high ceilinged property. There is a downstairs toilet and utility room with an extra fridge freezer for all those provisions. There are empty cupboards in the kitchen for other groceries. For anyone wishing to be away from the biz of the family room, there is another attractive and comfortable sitting room, leading through to a library, with its extensive and eclectic collections of books. There is also a small, formal dining room, which we didn’t even think of using, as the large (very covetable) table in the family room accommodated us perfectly. From the house there is a fabulous panoramic view for miles around, totally unspoiled by any modern intrusions, pylons, etc., giving a wide open feel to the hilltop house. It is set in a truly historic landscape, with the 4th century Bewcastle Cross, all 15 feet of it carved beautifully in sandstone, to be found at the bottom of the hill. A special exhibition, housed within the churchyard, is well worth a visit. A visit to Birdoswald Roman fort is a must. A huge amount of excavation has been done, and a fine exhibition and cafe all make for a great visit, ideal for Wall enthusiasts, like us. The New House is advertised as a family home, and it certainly has that feel, not at all a sterile holiday let. However, we felt the, to us, rather off colour cartoons in the main bathroom would not be to the taste of many renters. Probably because of its remote position, the WiFi was quite patchy. These two comments apart, our family would highly recommend this lovely house and setting to any prospective customers, particularly anyone seeking peace and quiet. And it was a lovely place for celebrating our 60 th wedding anniversary, the diamond geezers as we became known! Moira Lawson

This large gorgeous family home was perfect for our stay recently.

20 adults and a dog stayed here for 5 days whilst we got married. It is a very functional family feel home complete with everything you need for your stay. The views are just stunning for miles and miles around. We took plenty of provisions as the house is very remote but the shops are only a 20-30 minute drive. The house was extremely clean, tidy and the communication with the home owner was excellent. You will not be disappointed. We would definitely stay here again. Thank you again Ross for allowing us to stay in your beautiful home.

A beautiful house, in outstanding countryside, it proved an ideal base for our group to explore the area.

We loved this holiday home.

We’ve stayed in quite a few over the years and this was our favourite. We loved the personal touch of family photos and belongings around the place. It felt like we were staying at a friends house not just a holiday let. The location and views are the best we’ve had. We wouldn’t change anything about this property.

New House is a wonderful place to stay, in a wonderful place.

The House was even better than described, very roomy, a great garden for all to use including our dog and superb views across the moors, especially watching the sun set. One of the few holiday cottages that I have used over the years that I will certainly visit again

Panoramic views, well equipped and comfortable.

Bathrooms need little maintenance and upgrade.

New House is a beautiful house, it’s well appointed, comfortable, the kitchen is very well equipped and has fantastic views.

We hired the house in the winter so to anyone going during the winter months my advice would be not to underestimate how remote the house is (and wouldn’t advise trying to find it in the dark), and take plenty of logs for the fires as the central heating / radiators could have been more effective, however overall it’s a great house, enjoy!

A large property in a wonderful, though remote location.

New House was perfect for a family gathering of 6 adults and 4 children. The house was mostly very clean. Some of the radiators were not working. The house's water supply comes across the moor from a spring and is therefore discoloured. Fine for washing but it would be advisable to bring bottled water. The house contains many of the owner's items which gives the impression of being houseguests rather than holidaymakers. This would be a wonderful location for a summer visit with extensive gardens and moorland walks. It is a fair drive to the nearest shops so best to bring your own supplies. We had an excellent three nights here - enjoyed by all.

The space in this house is amazing!

Great for a family gathering like ours (my Dads 70th). The kitchen was well stocked with equipment and it was warm when we arrived which was lovely. The sofas and mattresses would benefit from being updated as they were rather uncomfy. There are also some inappropriate pictures in the family bathroom which were definitely not suitable for children and offended the adults too. The gardens were amazing and the views were breathtaking so all in all we had a great stay.

We had a great week at New House.

It is a beautiful home with amazing views. The house had everything we needed. Would love the garden in the summer, even so it’s a gorgeous space. We loved having the extra space. The house is remote, which we loved. The fire in the kitchen was fabulous. We purchased some more coal/coke and it stayed lit all day, keeping a large room quite warm. We walked over the fields straight from the door. Kershope forest is 8 minutes drive and we drove into Scotland taking about 15 minutes. The only negatives we had were the garden isn’t secure for dogs, but we wouldn’t leave them out alone anyway. And the water. It is safe to bathe in etc but it comes from a spring which is very peaty. The water is brown and therefore bottled water is advised for drinking. Sykes don’t provide this information before booking and they should.

I would have liked the check in time to be much earlier than 5pm Beautiful house in beautiful surroundings Should be on prescription

We absolutely loved our stay and would definitely recommend it.

It was just perfect for everyone. Thank you so much.

The holiday home was absolutely lovely.

Views wonderful. Just the place for a big family gathering.

The house is obviously a well-loved family home, but as others have mentioned in the visitors book and online, it is now in need of some TLC to bring it back to a good standard.

Some of the kitchen equipment really needs replacing. Dishwasher doesn't work and obviously hasn't been working for a while. And a house of this size really needs a dishwasher and it does state dishwasher in the listing. The outdoor furniture shown in the listing is not provided. The mattresses are awful and in need of replacement. The sofas in the kitchen area are dirty and uncomfortable. Lovely to have wood and coal for the fire, which we very much appreciated. The house remained warm and cosy during our stay. The house also needs a really good thorough clean. One guest had particular trouble with the amount of dust and dog hair. It was really nice to have some basics provided (salt, pepper, olive oil etc.). The large downstairs spaces are ideal for family gatherings and very social, as is the lovely large dining table in the kitchen. The location is very quiet, which we loved, and there are lots of walks from the door. Property was easy to find.

The property was a perfect setting for our family gathering of 10 people.

It had everything we needed and was very spacious and comfortable in a really beautiful setting. The only negative thing we would say is that the oven and BBQ were not cleaned very well on our arrival but everything else was just perfect.

New House is a very substantial, well appointed property with so much space both inside and out.

We particularly liked the downstairs layout with big kitchen, sitting and dining room area all open plan, not to mention a further, more formal dining room and lounge. The views are stunning from the house and garden giving a truly rural experience. The house was always comfortable temperature wise during our stay, with wood and coal available for the burner. The house is fully furnished and being a family home everything is there, making it a home from home experience. If I was to close my eyes and imagine a large country house I would love to live in - this would be it!

We booked New House for my husbands 66th birthday.

It was perfect for our group of nine adults and two dogs. The house is secluded and set in beautiful open countryside. It was cosy and comfortable and had everything we needed for our stay. We loved the big open kitchen/living area where we would gather together for meals, but there was plenty of space if someone wanted to go and read or do a jigsaw etc. The weather wasn't great but didn't spoil things! We did have a powercut due to storm Eunice, which lasted a couple of hours - wasnt an issue, but one minor point - the torches in boot room cupboard didnt work so might be a good idea to bring your own torch. We didnt venture too far, but Gelt Woods is a must, also found Bewcastle church and ruins very interesting. All in all a great holiday, and most definitely recommend

Had a lovely weekend break at the new house everything you need is there it's warm, comfy, lots to do and see in the area, the house has plenty of space for family/friends to get together.

what a lovely property!

Great facilities & great views!

We had a great week at the New House.

It’s a real home from home . Very clean and comfortable with stunning views over the surrounding area. Our grandson loved running around in the garden.

We all enjoyed our stay at New House and would recommend it for large family gatherings.

We were a little nervous about staying there because there was a lot of rules and things to follow but once we arrived we realised it is a well lived in and very comfortable house with loads of space and facilities. We are a family of 8 adults, 2 young toddlers and a dog and all of us enjoyed the house and beautiful gardens. The views from the dining area are just wonderful and even though the weather wasnt good we made the most of the large garden areas and we also enjoyed local walks and visits to nearby Bewcastle, Brampton, Talking Tarn and Gelt Woods.

It has been an amazing stay for us,

New house was brilliant.

Spacious, well equipped and clean. The surrounding area is awesome in particular the panoramic views from the rear terrace. Will definitely return.

This is a superb property for families.

The children absolutely loved the outdoor space and the views are amazing. It is very quiet and peaceful - really the perfect place to get away from it all and enjoy time together. The large kitchen, dining and sitting room is brilliant. Would love to return one day.

Lovely cottage and beautiful fantastic views but in need of someTLC.

.very warm and comfortable, but could of been a bit cleaner ..would of been nice for all outside lights to be working.. . Also would of been helpful for a folder with all local services ( shops, coal, Drs, vets etc)to be available . Fire utensils and cooking/pans/utensils need replacing....a change of bed linen and/or a tumble drier/washing line would of been appreciated as we were there 2 weeks and could not change the sheets.. other than that is was lovely.. Ps Tesco do a home delivery ( don’t forget to order bottle water )

We asked for "rural" and you don't get much more rural than this house.

Value for money, when you compare to other sized houses. Would definitely book again if in the area. Owner very helpful and friendly.

Fantastic, amazing views and so peaceful.

Great garden and wildlife around the house, we had a really good week at New House and Hadrians Wall, forts, Kielder all and easy drive. Owner is very friendly and helpful.

An amazing house set in stunning scenery my only grumble was the mattresses were lumpy and uncomfortable.

Had a great family time at this lovely cottage.

Plenty of space for 10 adults, 2 babies and 2 dogs. We particularly liked the large open plan area at the back of the cottage, great for cooking, dining and socialising together. Other rooms were available for those wanting quieter moments. The log/multi fuel fires were very welcome and had been lit for our arrival and once the house warmed up we were very comfortable during a very stormy week. The cottage is remote so take plenty of food/drink supplies, we did a supermarket order which arrived safely. Amazing views and potential for local walks.

Beautiful house in an even more beautiful setting with an amazing communal area and 5 good sized bedrooms, I'd love to revisit new house again in the future.

Great house and location for a family holiday.

Loads of space, superb grounds and views. Grandchildren loved playing in garden and adults have a glass on the patio. Everything in the house that you need. Would recommend and hope to stay again

We visited this property for a family/friends getaway to celebrate a 30th Birthday.

The location is stunning, with rolling hills and wildlife all around. The house is secluded, being ideal for those who like the outdoors. The facilities and inside of the house are stunning and the decor of the property is beautiful. I would highly recommend this property for large groups of people wanting a relaxing getaway.

Fabulous house in a beautiful setting.

Lots of space for 10 people and a very well stocked kitchen. Would definitely recommend.

New House was perfect for celebrating my birthday with family and friends.

Fantastic property, well presented with lots of character, it felt like home with photos and personal items not too fussy but better than being sterile and was very comfortable and relaxing. Kitchen was well equipped and included everything we needed. Bedrooms were clean and beds very comfortable. Plenty of room for all my family and friends to be together or do their own thing and the views were spectacular. It may be a little off the beaten path but worth it; wether you go walking or running or just want a relaxing time New House was perfect. It was an excellent base to use to visit local places of interest such as Hadrians Wall, Carlisle, Gretna Green and you soon get to recognise the surrounding area and villages. The local Bewcastle Church and Cross is worth a walk to clear your head after celebrations and is around 1 1/2 miles away. A local traffic jam is a herd of sheep or cows coming towards you which is a novelty but different to my usual commute and the memory will make me smile. My family and friends all enjoyed their visit over the week and confirmed what a good idea it was to do this. The house made the celebrations and Ross had thought of everything except a hair dryer, we couldn’t find one anywhere but anything else you thought of was there! The heating isn’t like your CH st home and it took some getting used to but that’s part of the charm and the log burners were a great focal point and additional heat source. First time we have used Sykes but will be doing it again. Fabulous time highly recommend New House.

The cottage was fantastic, better than advertised.

The views were awesome and Ross kindly decorated with Xmas trees. The one disappointment was the difficulty in receiving the deposit back. After 10 days, I had to chase it up after initial emails and texts received no response.

Wow my family and my sisters family stayed in this beautiful house we have already booked it again for next year it is a lovely big house with amazing gardens and views it's got a lovely mix of modern and traditional throughout the house and feels more like a home than a holiday home can't wait to go again.

We had a fabulous time at this beautiful, family home.

The accommodation was superb, very spacious, comfortable, dog-friendly and well-equipped. The outside area is also first class with a variety of spaces, including well-presented gardens, lawned areas for the kids to play on and a patio for having a bbq, while taking in the breathtaking views. This is well-suited for a large family like ours, but would also be a great venue for a group of adults celebrating a special event or wanting to spend time together, just getting away from the hustle and bustle of daily life. The house is very well situated for exploring the Lake District, Scotland, Hadrian's Wall and a whole host of other attractions, but also full of cosy places to curl up with a book on a rainy day. I wish we had booked a fortnight as we ran out of time to do everything we had planned. We always go on holiday in the UK and this is the nicest place we have ever stayed. We definitely plan a return visit.

Amazing view, could not be bettered!

Lovely big house with plenty of room for all. However could do with some TLC. Although some personal touches are welcome there were maybe too many photos and some of them not quite suitable for family viewing. Not totally friendly for children due to steps and different levels both in the house and also the garden but having said that it was still a lovely place to be in. So peaceful! There was a problem with the drains while we were there but it was delt with promptly and efficiently. Also we had some lovely weather witch was a bonus but there are plenty of board games for if it rains!

New House is a big fabulous house with amazing views in a very quiet area, the only sound you'll hear is the occasional shepherds quad bike and the constant bleating of sheep, and therein lies the problem if you have a dog who is not 100% obedient.

One side of the garden is completely unfenced with a drop to a sheep filled field. The sheep like to shelter under the drop and can't be seen by people, but can be smelt by dogs. We were never able to relax in the garden, even with the dog on a lead as the sheep were just too close for comfort. So do book this beautiful house if you want a really away from it all holiday, but not if you have a dog who shows even the slightest interest in sheep.

My girlfriend and I spent 2 weeks at New House and loved every minute of it.

Absolutely beautiful house in a fantastic location with fantastic views. Will be booking again!

Spacious welcoming house, great location north of Hadrian's Wall, beautiful countryside and wonderful weather

Amazing Extented cottage for family gatherings any time of the year.

Everything you need except food supplies. We choose New year 2016/17 for our gathering when we arrived the christmas decs were still up which was great and made feel very festive. The house was lovely and warm with the log fireplaces twof the rooms. The veiw is amazing as it is on a hillside you can see for miles. Lastly plenty of good walks and sites to visit.

A fabulous property in a great location with stunning views.

Ideal for a large family / group gathering due to its open plan layout and split of formal / informal living spaces.