About this property

Accommodation Features: Syke Farm Campsite 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 (2 km), Cat Bells (12 km), and Derwentwater Lake (18 km). Newcastle International Airport is 142 km away. Highly rated for its convenient location.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

  • Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
or
1 double bed
and
2 bunk beds
1 double bed
or
1 double bed
and
2 bunk beds
1 double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • 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...
  • Alexandra
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Location, beds, kitchen area, general feel of the yurt and decking area all wonderful. The solar charging was so useful.
  • 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!
  • Tanya
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The bed was very comfortable and lots of details were considered which was lovely
  • Ian
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Superb location, comfortable and spacious accommodation

Managed by Syke Farm Campsite Limited

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

Company information

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

Property information

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

Property surroundings

House rules

Syke Farm Campsite - Yurt's and Shepherds Hut takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 22:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 11:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, 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 must be quiet between 23:00 and 07:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

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

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

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