The Rowley Estates

Rowan Retreat

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Rowan Retreat

Sleeps 2

1 Bedrooms

1 Bathrooms

Blencowe, Penrith CA11 0DF

An idyllic riverside retreat set in private woodland of the Blencowe Hall estate.

Bluebells, red squirrels, songbirds. The turning of the seasons as colours shift in dappled light. At night the moon rises through laced branches of blackthorn and oak and the owls hoot.

It’s so magical we want to offer you a way to linger here. Head on foot through the fields and find your glamping haven in a secluded spot along the River Petteril.

Rates range from £55 per person per night based on full occupancy for a 3 night mid-week stay in the 2025 early spring season or £329 total for a midweek short break.

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Rowan Retreat shepherds hut at The Rowley Estates near Lake District National Park set in river valley with fire pit and weber BBQ with complimentary logs and charcoal provided

Overview

Your hut is architect-designed to enhance space and comfort. Inside, reconnect with a simpler life. There’s no Wi-Fi here, so swap stories, play cards by candlelight or read by solar power.

Enjoy complete privacy with your own Scandinavian-style shower room and open-plan kitchen with a gas hob, oven and fridge. Dine al fresco using the Weber barbeque or whip up a boutique gourmet meal using the hob and gas oven. Relax in the Adirondack chairs whilst throwing a log on the fire pit and count the stars in style.

Highlights

Private garden

Private off street parking

Country pub nearby

Romantic Breaks

Solo Travel

Woodland views

Pet free

Breakfast by the river and star gaze at night

Wander down to the riverside and relax in the Adirondack chairs reading a book, chill at the garden table, fire up the Weber charcoal barbeque or light the fire pit in the evening time.

It’s glamping with luxury – resting on crisp Egyptian cotton linen sheets, cooking on a double burner gas hob with a separate small size LPG oven, chilling the drinks in the fridge and enjoying a hot shower whilst your towels warm on the chrome towel rail and even having a regular flush loo.

Access Statement for Rowan Retreat

Relax and watch the wild life or If you can bear to leave...

The Rowan Retreat is set in a secluded part of the River Petteril valley. The Lake District National Park, beautiful Ullswater lake and Aira Force waterfall are close at hand. Immerse yourself in the serene beauty of crystal-clear lakes, mirroring the Lake District Fells or seek out a peaceful retreat in nature in Rowan’s private wooded glade.

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As your stay is due to commence within the next 2 days, please get in touch in order to confirm your last minute arrival

Reviews

Rowan Retreat is rated 4.9 out of 5 based on 82 reviews

Amazing stay at the Rowan Retreat and couldn’t have asked for more! The place was spotless, really peaceful and beautifully done. Check-in was straightforward with plenty of thoughtful touches like locally sourced breakfast bits and loads of useful info on walks and things to do nearby. A perfect base for...

Evie

09/09/2025

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Evie

09/09/2025

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Could not recommend Christine’s place enough, especially for a romantic couples getaway. The Shepard’s Hut was easy to find thanks to Christine’s clear instructions. The bread, milk, eggs & apple juice left for us were an extra special touch & the jam was absolutely delicious. We had the most wonderful...

Joe

02/09/2025

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I went here back in 2022, but its the one mini break I always think about.
The shepards hut we stayed in was beautiful, secluded and comfortable. And ontop of all that is eco friendly, using solar power.
At night you can look up and see the stars...

Emily

25/08/2025

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We love this place .. it is our second time and was as special as the first one ! The hut is perfect with all you need and impeccable! Thanks for our complementary goodies.. everything was delish !!

Layla

22/08/2025

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Beautiful and peaceful location, within easy reach of amenities and beautiful walks. Lovely seating area with sounds of the stream, perfect relaxing and private stay. Had the most lovely time! Thank you!!

Sorcha

22/08/2025

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