Reviews

What a fabulous week. 6 adults 2 babies and 5 dogs had a super time. We had our shopping delivered on the day of arrival and we were all set. Everything you need is there it is home from home.
Short walk to village the bakery is first class for breakfast or lunch. The pub is also handy although we didn’t eat there but looked very nice.
Penrith and other places of interest are within easy reach as are the wider lakes.
Although Gill Beck Barn is the perfect get away from it all and chill with lovely walks nearby or just enjoy the beautiful views on your doorstep.
I highly recommend this accommodation and have rebooked to visit again in 2027.

Absolutely superb find. 6 adults 2 babies and 5 dogs. The barn was perfect in every way. Pub and Village Bakery highly recommend. Short drive into Penrith where all major supermarkets and small shops to buy everything you need. I cannot recommend this property enough. Thank you for a lovely stay

really nice stay, facilities inside were amazing for easy cooking and having supplies for the fire both inside and outside was really appreciated

Had an amazing time here! Wonderful welcoming gifts and beautiful surroundings.

Spent the Easter weekend here with my partner. lovely Sheppard’s hut. Had all the amenities you could need, from cooking utensils to towels etc. Reasonably priced, a very polite host and well presented hut. Would definitely recommend to anyone who wants a private getaway. Located next to a stream, saw some lovely wildlife. Provided with fire wood and some lovely local produce like jam, eggs, tea, milk and local apple juice that was stunning. Will definitely visit again.

We really enjoyed our stay! It was perfect for what we needed to explore the Lake District. The shepherds hut has stunning views across the surrounding fields and feels very private in your own woodland area. We loved the log burner which made the colder mornings feel very cosy. The welcome hamper was a perfect touch and made us feel instantly at home! Christine is very helpful and responsive.

We stayed with three generations of our family for a big birthday celebration and had a wonderful time. The house is lovely, and has everything you could need: it is beautifully decorated and equipped. The grounds are wonderful too: great for the Easter egg hunt! The village has a pub and bakery/cafe, both of which we used, and there was an Easter trail which the children enjoyed. Great for a large group. Only half an hour to Ullswater, and lots to do in the area.

Absolutely loved my stay here. Me and my partner stayed for the Easter weekend just gone.
The hut itself is amazing, kitted out with everything you need from tea and coffee, utensils, a well presented toilet and shower, comfy bed and even a boiler to keep the Shepard’s hut toasty in colder times.
The outside seating is very good and comes with fire pit, wood and firelighters to have a lovely evening out under the stars.
Very reasonably priced, a lovely host who is very responsive and patient.
Lots of local wildlife to see if you’re lucky, we even saw a deer while there just in front of the hut.
The Rowan retreat was the best of the three huts available at the Rowley estate, it’s down on the end, great for privacy and you can get down to the waters edge of a small river.
Will definitely stay again at some point.
Thank you Christine for offering such a lovely experience.

Christine was a great host, so helpful and friendly. The accommodation is lovely, clean and amazingly well equipped. It felt luxurious. Comfy bed s d great outdoor space. So peaceful and private couldn’t recommend more

An absolutely stunning stay at Birch Retreat. The pictures really don’t do the location or the lodge justice. Super dog friendly, our water mad lab was able to play in the beck for hours with no one else around and no stress. Sitting on the deck with a cup of tea watching the lambs play on a morning really was a highlight. If you’re considering booking this place I urge you to do it.