Changeover days are Friday (for a 3 night stay) and Monday (for a 4 night stay) or 7 nights from either day, but please contact me if you have any queries with your dates as we can be flexible.
Situated on the fringes of the Lake District National Park between Penrith and Keswick, Fell View provides comfortable accommodation in the foothills of Blencathra Fell in Whitbarrow Village, Berrier near Greystoke. Constructed, furnished and equipped to a high standard, the first floor apartment has open countryside views and is a peaceful base to return to after exploring the Lake District.
With an open plan design, the apartment has a spacious super king size bed with comfortable mattress topper, lounge with a sofa bed, armchair and 50" smart TV with freeview channels, Netflix and Amazon Prime. The dining area and fully-equipped kitchenette has everything you need and even extras like egg cups and a cafetiere. It has a 2-ring electric hob, mini oven, microwave, dishwasher, full size fridge with freezer compartment, kettle, toaster, slow cooker and steamer. Bedding and towels are provided in addition to dishwasher tablets, soap, kitchen roll, washing up liquid and tea and coffee for the first day or two. The bathroom has twin sinks and a shower over a large bath. The north-east facing balcony is accessed through French doors and is a relaxing place to sit with your morning coffee and take in the country air and peaceful surroundings. The only vehicle you will hear is a very occasional tractor as you are far removed from any road traffic.
To unwind you have complimentary use of the shared indoor swimming pool, hot tub, steam room, sauna and gym and if you want to take a break from cooking, there is an on-site restaurant offering dine in or food to takeaway. These facilities are in the same building as the apartment, so close enough to not have to put a coat on to reach them, but far enough away to not hear the chatter of any people using them. There is also a giant outdoor chess / draughts board, games room with table football, a pool table, cinema room, Playstation room, outdoor play area, 9-hole putting green and an 18-hole mini golf course. The apartment is within easy travelling distance of Ullswater, Keswick and Windermere and is a great base to explore the Lake District, especially if you’re looking for hotel amenities with the flexibility of self-catering.
The pool, hot tub, sauna, steam room and gym are open from 8am -7.45pm every day (the last 45 minutes of the day are an adult only swim session). Maximum of 30 guests in the pool area and no limit in the gym. Pool bookings are required in school holidays only, the rest of the year booking is not necessary.
The bar / restaurant is open:
Monday to Saturday - 12pm - 10pm (last orders for food 8pm). There is normally a live singer on Thursdays.
Sunday – 12pm to 9pm (last orders for food 7pm).
These times are correct at February 2025, but may be subject to change.
The nearest shop is Basecamp North Lakes / Cocklakes shop, just under 2 miles away, on the opposite side of the A66 to the Sportman’s Inn (postcode CA11 0SG). They sell locally-sourced milk, eggs, cheeses, sausages and meats, butter, bread, jams, marmalades, chutneys, sauces, honey & peanut butter, muesli, coffee, cakes (including vegan) and delicious Mediterranean delicacies. There is also a cafe serving breakfast and lunch - sandwiches, jacket potatoes, soups, toasties and deli boards as well as Sunday Lunch. They also have alpacas!
Netflix, Prime and other streaming channels are accessible on the TV to use with your own log ins. Or if it's easier, bring a firestick and plug into the HDMI port. There is also a DVD player with a selection of DVDs and a digital clock radio with bluetooth speaker, wireless phone charger and USB port. For the warmer days and nights when we have the occasional heatwave there is a portable fan.
The Lake District has so much to offer, from gentle scenic strolls and challenging hill walks to forests, lakes, outdoor activities. The free Komoot app is great for finding walks in the area where you can see some of the most beautiful scenic countryside. The local area has lots to offer with a historic castles, gardens, lake cruises and visitor attractions such as Wordsworth House and the Tales of Beatrix Potter at The World of Beatrix Potter Museum.
As the second bed is a sofabed, the apartment is suitable for either just 2 adults or 2 adults with 1 or 2 children up to the age of 12. A travel cot and high chair can be supplied for younger children if required.
There is a lift access and stairs to the apartment on the first floor, but if fire alarms are activated, the lift will be unoperational, so is not ideal for anyone who is unable to use the stairs in such an event.
There is a large free car park for your use and disabled parking bays located closer to reception if required. There are also 4 electric vehicle charging bays near reception.
Although no pets are allowed on site we can recommend the nearby 5* kennels - Berrier Boarders.
Whitbarrow ask for each guest's home address, email and mobile to to accept a booking.