Enjoy a unique experience in a beautiful 18th-century home, perfectly blending historic charm with modern convenience. Located in a quiet spot just a 1-minute walk from the buzz of downtown.
“The Retreat is a great house and I thoroughly enjoyed my time there. It was a nice sociable house with some great housemates. I also loved how close it was to the Lake District allowing me to get out on the fells on weekends and after work. I would recommend it to anyone.” Tom- accountant
The Room
✅ Exposed 18th-century stone & ornate fireplace
✅ Trendy barn door leading to your private rooftop deck
✅ Overlooking the riverside
✅ Fully furnished: Bed, wardrobe, 6-drawer dresser, workstation, and bistro set
What’s Included -Stress-Free Living One monthly payment covers it all:
✅ All Utilities: Gas, Elec, Water, Heating &
HIGH SPEED unlimited internet with mesh coverage over the entire house. Good for gaming and streaming.
✅ Council Tax (Band C) & TV Licence (with Chromecast)
✅ Professional Cleaning Service
✅ Maintenance, Insurance & Safety Certificates
✅ Fully Equipped Kitchen: All appliances, cutlery, and pans provided
✅ Waste, Rubbish Collection & Recycling
The House and Location
🏠 Spacious: Approx. 2000 sq. ft. property with international, housemates. with interesting careers.
🚿 Facilities: 3 shower rooms and a separate utility room.
📍 Prime Spot: 5-minute walk to Sainsbury’s, gyms, the Kirkgate Theatre, restaurants, olde world pubs and bars.
🍺 Social: Steps away from award-winning pubs like the Castle Bar -16th Century and local favourites like The Spice Club Indian restaurant.
🚗 Parking: Low-cost resident permit parking available in a nearby well-lit car park.
What the Housemates Say
"I found one payment a month very economical and calming. I was able to save enough for a deposit for my own home." — Dave (2 years)
"It was a pleasure to live in this beautiful historic home. Had a lot of laughs in the kitchen!" — Ashley (9 months)
Ready to see it?
Message us to arrange a WhatsApp video tour with a housemate. Ask them what’s it’s like to live in this lovely home.
Note: Application, ID, references, deposit, and UK based guarantor required. Right to Rent Share Code if required.
All paperwork is completed easily online. T&Cs apply to utilities and cleaning service. The lakes are about a 15-20 min drive from Cockermouth town.
- House share
- Cockermouth
- CA13
- £820 pcm
- double
Availability
- Available
- 20th May 2026
- Minimum term
- 3 months
- Maximum term
- None
Extra cost
- Deposit
- £850.00
- Bills included?
- Yes
Amenities
- Furnishings
- Furnished
- Parking
- Yes
- Garage
- No
- Garden/patio
- No
- Balcony/roof terrace
- Yes
- Disabled access
- No
- Living room
- shared
- Broadband included
- Yes
Current household
- # housemates
- 5
- Total # rooms
- 6
- Ages
- 20 to 30
- Smoker?
- No
- Any pets?
- No
- Occupation
- Professionals
- Gender
- 2 Females, 3 Males
New housemate preferences
- Couples OK?
- No
- Smoking OK?
- No
- Pets OK?
- No
- Occupation
- Available to all
- References?
- Yes
- Min age
- 20
- Max age
- 99