Escape to the 14th-century charm of Whitehall Pele Tower, where original features meet modern comforts. Explore the spacious rooms, games room and bike store while enjoying stunning views over tranquil pastureland. With lawns perfect for family games and a multi-fuel burner in the living room, this historic home is ideal for large groups seeking adventure.
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Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms2 bathrooms
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
Outdoor space
Parking available
The current price is AU$2,179
AU$2,179
includes taxes & fees
25 Apr - 26 Apr
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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, Chromecast, 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.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Electric car charging station on site
Parking on site
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Bedrooms
4 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
2 bathrooms
Towels provided
Living spaces
Fireplace
Outdoor areas
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Location highlights
In a rural location
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.
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
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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 indicated that there is no 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
Located in Wigton, this cottage is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Solway Coast and Dubwath Silver Meadows, while The John Peel Theatre and Castlegate House Gallery are cultural highlights. Arkleby Leisure Swimming Pool and Lake District Wildlife Park are also worth visiting. Visit our Wigton travel guide
How much does it cost to stay at Whitehall Pele Tower?
As of 28 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Whitehall Pele Tower on 25 Apr 2026 start from AU$2,179, including 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.
How much is parking at Whitehall Pele Tower?
On-site parking is available at the property.
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 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
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Exceptional
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We spent Halloween 2024 at Whitehall Pele tower to celebrate our paranormal teams (S.
We spent Halloween 2024 at Whitehall Pele tower to celebrate our paranormal teams (S.P.I.R.I.T UK-Solway Paranormal) 10th anniversary. Every year we spend our anniversary night in an historically rich location and Whitehall, with its history and its mention in several local legends was perfect. Very spacious, modern, yet still holding onto its old world atmosphere. Its just a shame we only stayed for the one night as it would take several to take in everything this beautiful place has to offer. Would thoroughly recommend, especially if you love peace and quiet.
Joanne Ellwood (S.P.I.R.I.T UK paranormal team)
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Julie
1 Dec 2020
Just amazing
Cannot fault anything
Fantastic cottage/ Castle.
Just amazing
Cannot fault anything
Fantastic cottage/ Castle.
Well recommended & will be returning.
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Julie
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Julia
20 Oct 2020
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.
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Julia
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Annabel
30 Sept 2020
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.
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Annabel
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Tim
9 Aug 2020
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.
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Tim
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Andrew
3 Aug 2020
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.
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Andrew
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
6 July 2020
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)
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From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Claire
25 May 2020
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.
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Claire
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Claire
20 Mar 2020
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
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Claire
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Andy
8 Mar 2020
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Unbelievable place ! Well worth the money for a larger family gathering !!
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Andy
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Tony
6 Feb 2020
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.
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Tony
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Chris
27 Jan 2020
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..
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Chris
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sophie
31 Dec 2019
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!
Would stay again. Perfect base for north lakes. Absolutely as described !
Sally D.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Mandy
5 Nov 2019
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.
Mandy
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sophie
17 Oct 2019
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!
Sophie
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Ian
25 Sept 2019
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.
Ian
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Leeanne
1 Sept 2019
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.
Leeanne
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Joanne
4 May 2019
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.
Joanne
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Fiona
24 Apr 2019
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Excellent all round
Fiona
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Brigit
19 Mar 2019
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.
Brigit
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Frances
2 Mar 2019
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This was a magical place for a family get together we all found it perfect
Frances
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Beverley
5 Feb 2019
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
Beverley
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Wendy
23 Jan 2019
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We were a little disappointed we could not find a takeaway to deliver to Whitehall Pele Tower
Wendy
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Paul
18 Jan 2019
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.