Syke Farm Campsite - Yurt's and Shepherds Hut

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Syke Farm Campsite - Yurt's and Shepherds Hut
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Scored 9.5
Rated exceptional

Excellent location!

9.6

About this property

Accommodations Features: Syke Farm Campground in Cockermouth offers yurts and a shepherds hut. Each unit includes a terrace, outdoor seating area, and picnic space. Family rooms provide comfort for all guests. Amenities and Facilities: The property features a fireplace, outdoor furniture, shared bathroom, and kitchenware. A fully equipped kitchen with a refrigerator and sofa enhances the stay. Free on-site private parking is available. Activities and Attractions: Guests can enjoy hiking, mountain views, and nearby attractions such as Buttermere (1.2 mi), Cat Bells (7.5 mi), and Derwentwater Lake (11 mi). Newcastle International Airport is 88 mi away. Highly rated for its convenient location.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

  • Top pick by families with children

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Kieran
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “We loved the yurt it was cosy, plenty of useful items, surprisingly warm.”
  • Caroline
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The Yurt at Sykes Farm camp site was fantastic. Plenty of room and really comfy beds. Having a private cooking area and loo (shared with neighbouring yurt) was really good. Beautiful site, well managed and amazing views, walks from your doorstep....”
  • Jeannie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “beautiful location, extremely comfortable and spacious, very well equipped.”
  • Lynsey
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Really comfortable and beautiful location. Yurts were lovely.”
  • Genevieve
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Fantastic! The location is incredible, the yurts are extremely comfortable and Will couldn’t be more helpful. One of my favourite places to stay ever, thanks! :)”
  • Jodie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The location was amazing. Could walk to Crummock or Buttermere in under 10 minutes and the views from the yurt were amazing. The swimming spot at Crummock was great and so quiet even in summer holidays. The yurt itself was spacious and comfy. Ear...”
  • Kathryn
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The property has everything you will need for a comfortable glamping stay. A gas hob, kettle, cutlery, cups, plates, bowls, sharp knives, cool box, sink, tea towels, running water etc. firewood and lighter for internal fire (needed to light even...”
  • Katherine
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The yurt was so cosy. Enough room for 4 adults. The wood burner was a game changer. The bed was comfy and the location is amazing!”
  • Kevin
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Little things included in the price were good, for example the coins for the showers etc.”
  • Lewis2727
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “The campsite was well located amazing views comfy bed lake river shops on the doorstep kitchen was fantastic for making breakfasts would highly recommend anyone to go”

Managed by Syke Farm Campsite Limited

Company review score: 8.8Based on 54 reviews from 1 property
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Company info

Syke Farm Campsite has been a campsite for over 40 years, we have always loved the back to basics camping.

Property info

Amidst the idyllic, peaceful scenery of the Lake District’s Buttermere Fells, Syke Farm Campsite is set between Buttermere and Crummock Water. It offers 2 Yurt's which create a peaceful retreat with panoramic views of the area. Syke Farm Tea Room is just 2 minutes walk up the road, which offers breakfast, lunch cake and even home-made ice cream, whilst also offering free Wi-Fi access. The immediate area is perfect for walking, with the shores of Buttermere and Crummock Water less than a mile away. Whinlatter Forest Visitor Centre is only 3 miles away, featuring the Go Ape outdoor activity park. Honister slate mine is 3 miles away, featuring mine tours and the Via Ferrata.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

House rules

Syke Farm Campsite - Yurt's and Shepherds Hut takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 10:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Check what conditions apply to each option when making your selection.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Syke Farm Campsite - Yurt's and Shepherds Hut of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.