Reviews

The larch was an amazing stay and offered a brilliant view of the planetary parade, solar eclipse, periods peak during our stay.

Somehow even better than the pictures! We have stayed in a lot of shepherds hut and I think this is the best one… amazing location in a very private area where you feel in the middle of the woods!
Very clean.
The shepherds hut has 3 different outside areas – outside the hut table and chairs, a fire pit area and a separate area close to a stream you can hear and relax.
Fantastic for anytime of year.
The hut had everything you need, I would definitely return if in the area again.

We stayed here for a week whilst we explored the Lake District, it was a fantastic shepherds hut to stay in, with all the things we needed throughout our stay! It was private, secluded and peaceful which made for a truly wonderful nature experience! Would 100% recommend staying here and we would hope to stay again another time!

We had a fantastic stay at birch retreat, directions to the hut were perfect, we appreciated the fine hamper on arrival and milk,butter , eggs and apple juice in the fridge, I always make a pasta Bolognese for tea and had equipment to do so . As it was still warm we spent the last of the evening light outdoors and then paid a visit to the local pub which took about 15 minutes as we’re not too quick, it was quite the adventure returning in the dark. We spent the Saturday with breakfast sandwiches and then went to Penrith where we restocked with a few goodies. We went back to the pub for tea ( we pre booked) and returned cosy in the hut with the log burner on. The toilet and shower and toiletries we perfect. We went well cosy in the bedrooms and even had to open the windows to cool.
It was a fantastic weekend and would highly recommend your huts to all our friends.

Absolutely loved this place, was exactly what I was looking for. Everything we needed in this cosy shepherds hut with a nice location to explore the Lake District by car everyday and come home to a cosy secluded shepherds hut in a little woods with stunning view. A lot of shops in Penrith just 10 minute drive away for anything you need as well as the beautiful welcome package left by Christine with bread, butter, eggs, milk, muesli, Jam, tea, coffee made breakfast very easy for us each morning. Visited the Lake District a few times now and this has been my favourite place I’ve stayed.

Everything was great and better than i expected.
Thanks Christine for everything

A stunning home in a beautiful location. The house is very comfortable and extremely well equipped with everything that you could possibly think of… and more! An amazing welcome hamper of delicious local goodies was waiting for us on arrival which was extremely generous. The rooms and facilities were beautifully furnished and spacious. Christine is a wonderful host and we would highly recommend Glassonby Old Hall to anyone.

Absolutely amazing, only wished we had booked longer. Will 100% be coming back – really peaceful and quiet but only a short drive from any villages/shops etc. Came with all the amenities you could need, was really happy thank you!

We had a lovely stay here. cosy, peaceful and honestly one of the best stays we’ve had in the Lake District. the little treats were such a thoughtful touch (and very tasty!). We absolutely loved our time here and will definitely be returning for our next trip to the Lakes. Thank you for a perfect stay! 🤍

I highly recommend Riverain for an excellent self-catering stay. The facilities in the cottage are perfect with a very well equipped kitchen and a lovely welcome hamper of goodies for us (and for the dog!). Having ensuite bathrooms with wonderful hot showers for every room was a real treat and the enclosed garden was a relaxing place to sit after a long day of walking.
The location of the cottage is fantastic – away from the hustle and bustle of the main lakes, but easy to get everywhere – Windermere and hadrians wall are less than an hour’s drive and Ullswater is very nearby. Christine was really helpful, sending out information about walks and activities before the holiday and also leaving lots of local ideas for food and walks in the local area.