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Whitehall Pele Tower

Revel in history with an unforgettable stay amidst picturesque ruins or cozy nights by a roaring fire.

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Exterior
TV, fireplace
Exterior
Interior
4 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor space
The current price is AU$1,500
includes taxes & fees
3 Mar - 4 Mar

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Whitehall Pele Tower

Restored from a 14th-century Pele Tower and retaining lovely period features. Great for large groups with lawns, games room and bike store. . Ground Floor:
Kitchen/dining room: 2 x Electric Oven, Induction Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Coffee Machine
Utility Room: Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Games Room: Table Tennis, Toys
Separate Toilet 1.
First Floor:
Living room: Freeview TV, DVD Player, Chrome Cast, Multi-Fuel Burner
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds, (Interconnecting Door)
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Separate Toilet 2.
Second Floor:
Bedroom 3: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 4: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Attachment, Cubicle Shower, Toilet. Oil central heating (8 hrs per day, £3 per hour thereafter), electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for wood burner included. Travel cot and highchair. Payphone. Garden with large lawns and garden furniture. Bike store. Electric car charging point. Private parking. No smoking. Please note: This property has a security deposit of £200. . For a holiday with a difference, Whitehall Pele Tower is a wonderfully atmospheric 14th-century Pele Tower providing a magnificent setting for a large family or group, perfectly placed for exploring the Lake District and Solway Coast. Grade I listed, the house has been owned by the same family for 150 years and has a long and fascinating history. An addition to the original building was made in the 16th century and the first restoration was made in 1861, after it was bought by the merchant and philanthropist George Moore.

Whitehall Pele Tower has all the benefits of modern living, whilst retaining its original character. The house stands in an acre of grounds containing the picturesque ruins of a Victorian manor house. Two of the larger lawns can be used for family games. Inside the house are spacious rooms, including a first floor sitting room with Chrome cast, giving the ability to stream from your device to the TV, and an enormous Tudor stone fireplace, looking out over tranquil pastureland. The grounds are full of birdlife and the scenery of the Northern Lakes is close at hand. Bassenthwaite Lake, 7 miles. Whinlatter Visitor Centre, Altura Mountain Bike Trail and Go Ape, 17 miles. Cockermouth, 10 miles. Hadrian’s Wall, 16 miles. Keswick, 16 miles. Ullswater, 26 miles. Shops and restaurant 4 miles, pub 2 miles.
Free WiFi

There are low banisters at the property.
Electric vehicle charging at charging points only.
There is a security deposit of £200 to be paid 2 weeks prior to arrival, please pay by BAC's directly to the owner. Lloyds Bank, account name Mr David Parkin-Moore, Sort Code 309493 Bank account 26631360, please quote your booking reference and your surname. Following your holiday, the owners will contact you by email to arrange return of security deposit.

Property manager

Cottages.com

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: This property accepts a maximum of 1 pet(s)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

su-B4872-B4872
4 Bedroom Accommodation in Mealsgate Wigton
4 Bedroom Accommodation in Mealsgate Private vacation home

About the area

Map
Mealsgate

What's nearby

  • Bassenthwaite Lake - 10 min drive
  • Lake District Wildlife Park - 14 min drive
  • Skiddaw - 19 min drive
  • Derwentwater - 20 min drive
  • Lodore Falls - 25 min drive

Getting around

  • Aspatria Station - 13 min drive
  • Carlisle (CAX) - 41 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lakeside Brayton Bar Restaurant Pub - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Greyhound Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Throstle Nest Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Lakes Distillery - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Sun Inn - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Whitehall Pele Tower pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Whitehall Pele Tower?

As of 20 Feb 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Whitehall Pele Tower on 3 Mar 2025 start from AU$1,500.3, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

What time is check-in at Whitehall Pele Tower?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Whitehall Pele Tower?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Whitehall Pele Tower located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from All Saints' Church, Boltongate and within 6 miles (10 km) of Brayton Park Golf Club and Aspatria War Memorial Recreation Ground. Wigton Library and The John Peel Theatre are also within 9 miles (15 km).

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Whitehall Pele Tower Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 32 out of 35 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 35 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 35 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 35 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Julie

Just amazing Cannot fault anything Fantastic cottage/ Castle.
Just amazing Cannot fault anything Fantastic cottage/ Castle. Well recommended & will be returning. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

Julia

We had a wonderful stay at Whitehall Pele Tower.
We had a wonderful stay at Whitehall Pele Tower. It felt like a real treat as the building has a stately feeling and the kids loved exploring the grounds. It was spacious enough to relax on a wet day and felt like a good base to head into the Lakes. The beds were comfortable and pleased to report they now have a king sized bed in the bedroom (there may also be a king sized in the other bedroom but I didn't sleep in there and can't remember!) The kitchen is well equipped and there were even bowls for the dog. The house was always warm and everything was very straight, tidy and clean when we arrived. My only nit picky point was they'd missed cleaning the fridge and bread bin and some areas in the top floor bathroom. Overall, we had a fabulous stay and we'd definitely go again. The security deposit was returned in full the next day. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

Annabel

We booked Whitehall for a long weekend in the autumn to celebrate a significant birthday with friend
We booked Whitehall for a long weekend in the autumn to celebrate a significant birthday with friends. It was so much fun to stay in a unique property with so much history - a large place that still felt homely and we really appreciated the personal touch of having contact with the owners and the housekeeper. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

Tim

Excellent property for larger families located close to Lake District and N Cumbria beaches.
Excellent property for larger families located close to Lake District and N Cumbria beaches. The house facilities were brilliant, kitchen well equipped, all the essentials and most of the luxuries too. WiFi Internet access across the house was good, speed ok. Decent 4g phone signal outside as the wall thickness did very well at blocking that Inside! We took our dog, who loved the extensive garden to explore. Would recommend to anyone. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew

This is the perfect destination if you want to go that little bit extra for a special occasion mini-
This is the perfect destination if you want to go that little bit extra for a special occasion mini-break rain or shine. There is plenty of room to relax and enjoy the property for all that it has to offer in a surprisingly warm and cosy medieval tower. It is well situated for the Lake District National Park and the Solway Coast with plenty of amenities in the town of Wigton just a few miles drive away. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

Lovely old place, definitely will go again.
Lovely old place, definitely will go again. Only thing I missed was somewhere to walk the dog (other than the gardens) Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

Claire

What a house (or castle)! Full of charm and character.
What a house (or castle)! Full of charm and character. Perfect for two families - you can have a floor each and the communal spaces are huge. And the gardens are big, beautiful and private. Certainly met my three must-haves: clean, quite, comfortable. If you're thinking of renting this house in the autumn or winter, just check with the owners about arrangements for the heating. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

Claire

Had an amazing holiday lovely house and not far away from Major towns and cities but set back enough
Had an amazing holiday lovely house and not far away from Major towns and cities but set back enough to relax and wind down. The house and surroundings are beautiful Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

Andy

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Unbelievable place ! Well worth the money for a larger family gathering !! Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

Tony

A wonderful, unique property in a perfect location surrounded by fields and sheep.
A wonderful, unique property in a perfect location surrounded by fields and sheep. Loads of space, inside and outside with plenty of character and charm. Would highly recommend. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

Chris

We had a great week away felt like we were staying in a stately home.
We had a great week away felt like we were staying in a stately home.. It was lovely sitting by the open fire toasting marshmallows.. would definitely recommend staying there to family and friends.. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Our family of 6 adults, 2 children and a dog had a fantastic Christmas at Whitehall.
Our family of 6 adults, 2 children and a dog had a fantastic Christmas at Whitehall. The owners contacted us to arrange a meet up with the caretaker in good time and they were generally really helpful. The castle itself was delightful, the living area was exceptionally cosy with a lovely grand fireplace. The bedrooms were comfortable and the kitchen was equipped very well. The castle felt warm, clean and a lovely place to relax. The games room was fun and exploring the castle gardens and ruins was great for the children. Overall we had a wonderful stay!

10/10 Excellent

Sally D.

4 night stay!
Would stay again. Perfect base for north lakes. Absolutely as described !
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019
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10/10 Excellent

Mandy

A unique and amazing holiday home.
A unique and amazing holiday home. We absolutely loved our weekend, owners and caretaker were very helpful and friendly. Loved all the extras like the games, dvds, fancy dress trunk. Clean linen and gorgeous soft fluffy towels. Couldn’t ask for better stay. Will definitely be visiting again.
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10/10 Excellent

Sophie

Our family of 6 adults, 2 children and a dog had a fantastic Christmas at Whitehall.
Our family of 6 adults, 2 children and a dog had a fantastic Christmas at Whitehall. The owners contacted us to arrange a meet up with the caretaker in good time and they were generally really helpful. The castle itself was delightful, the living area was exceptionally cosy with a lovely grand fireplace. The bedrooms were comfortable and the kitchen was equipped very well. The castle felt warm, clean and a lovely place to relax. The games room was fun and exploring the castle gardens and ruins was great for the children. Overall we had a wonderful stay!
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8/10 Good

Ian

Whitehall is an impressive and spacious building in an interesting part of Cumbria.
Whitehall is an impressive and spacious building in an interesting part of Cumbria. It is located in a quiet spot and is surrounded by a nice garden. The property is quite a distance from local amenities and it lacked a couple of things that one tends to get in holiday cottages (e.g. welcome pack, hair dryer). The equipment was generally very good and the cottage was comfortable, but there were one or two items that needed repair, such as the doors on the older shower. Nevertheless, we enjoyed our stay despite the poor early September weather.
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10/10 Excellent

Leeanne

Just back from Whitehall and would definitely go back.
Just back from Whitehall and would definitely go back. Set in a lovely location and lots to do. The house had a games room which our kids loved and lots of land to explore day and night( with torches). The house is huge and we kept calling it the castle! Lol Thankyou so much.
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10/10 Excellent

Joanne

We had an amazing weekend break.
We had an amazing weekend break. We were blown away by the size of the house and found the history of it very interesting. The furniture is in keeping with the house and there is everything and more that you could need in the house. The children and grown ups enjoyed playing hide and seek plus there is the added bonus if the games room which that too had endless supplies of toys and games. We liked where the house was situated out of the way but close enough to be able to drive to Keswick and the surrounding area. The bedding was all clean and smelt lovely and fresh. My only suggestion for the house would be to have king size beds as we found them too small. The beds were very comfy but to small for us. With the bedrooms being on the larger size it would not compromise on the space. Both families absolutely loved it and we are already booked for next year.
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10/10 Excellent

Fiona

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Excellent all round
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10/10 Excellent

Brigit

Loved our stay at Whitehall Pele Tower! Perfectly positioned to visit the Lakes on a daily basis to
Loved our stay at Whitehall Pele Tower! Perfectly positioned to visit the Lakes on a daily basis to take part in various activities. The house was great fun for our kids and their friends, with a games rooms and discovering a huge selection of dressing up clothes! We only wished that we were there for longer.
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10/10 Excellent

Frances

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This was a magical place for a family get together we all found it perfect
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10/10 Excellent

Beverley

From then minute we arrived we loved Whitehall it just keeps on giving , the Tower is full of histor
From then minute we arrived we loved Whitehall it just keeps on giving , the Tower is full of history through the information left to read , pictures on the walls and walking around you can feel it. If I could make one request it would be a kingsize bed ? in the first floor bedroom my husband is 6 2” and he would of preferred a bigger bed ... this is not a criticism just a wish. The grounds are simply beautiful filled with history and nothing but bird song , there is more than enough space outside to enjoy. The weather which was a bonus for us it certainly helped us enjoy the outside space more there is a area behind the Tower which is flat so perfect for outside fun especially with children. We enjoyed Whitehall so much we rebooked for the same week in 2020
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10/10 Excellent

Wendy

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We were a little disappointed we could not find a takeaway to deliver to Whitehall Pele Tower
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8/10 Good

Paul

a unique a very large holiday home and garden in a quiet rural location.
a unique a very large holiday home and garden in a quiet rural location.
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10/10 Excellent

Julie

We enjoyed our stay at Whitehall Pele Tower, particularly the games room was a great source of enter
We enjoyed our stay at Whitehall Pele Tower, particularly the games room was a great source of entertainment. The house is well equipped with some fun touches, ie the dressing up box.