Snaptrip says
Glen Cottage is appreciated for its stunning location and views, offering a comfortable and well-equipped retreat. Guests enjoy the peaceful surroundings and wildlife, with some noting the property is larger than expected. While the charm of the cottage is acknowledged, there are mentions of noise from neighbours and a need for some maintenance and clearer property descriptions.
Guests that stayed at this property said
The cottage is generally found to be clean, but issues with overflowing bins and flies have been noted, slightly diminishing the overall impression of cleanliness.
The location is highly praised for its tranquillity and proximity to Keswick and Penrith, with stunning views and opportunities to observe local wildlife.
The cottage is considered comfortable by some, but there are several reports of noise from upstairs and uncomfortable heat control which affect the comfort level for guests.
Facilities are deemed adequate with a well-equipped kitchen and pleasant surprises like a dishwasher. However, maintenance issues such as a loose toilet, damaged floor tiles, and a rusted towel rail have been brought up.
There is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the hosts, therefore this category cannot be scored.
About this property
Glen Cottage is a spacious one bedroom ground floor apartment, sharing part of a larger traditional stone built barn conversion, with stunning views over Great Mell Fell. Set in a rural location, this spacious holiday home is ideal for an exploration of the Northern Lakes. Built from traditional stone, this lovely cottage is the ideal retreat for a couple who want to get away from it all in the Lakes, boasting a country cottage charm fused with contemporary convenience where you can dine in the sun room with its superb countryside vistas, or enjoy a casual breakfast in the well-equipped kitchen. Spend an evening in the welcoming sitting room which features character beams and a toasty woodburning stove in front of the TV, as well as spellbinding views over the fells and the local countryside. Descend two steps to the king-size bedroom with its views across Great Mell Fell and ample storage for all your belongings, served by a contemporary shower room with a walk-in shower, vanity unit, and a heated towel rail. Spend an afternoon in your very own garden where you can dine alfresco and let your furry friends roam free around the secure field opposite, as you look out to countryside views, local farm animals and wildlife - the ideal place to relax after a full day's hiking, biking and sightseeing in the Lakes. For a romantic getaway in some of the most beautiful countryside in the UK, Glen Cottage is the perfect hideaway at any time of year. Note: This property can be booked with Ref: 1066761, together sleeping 10 guests.
Keswick is a fabulous town in the heart of the Lake District National Park, home to a plethora of shops, pubs, restaurants and local amenities including the Theatre by the Lake, a cinema, miniature golf, a range of parks, and the Pencil Museum. Other great attractions in the area include the expansive lakes of Derwentwater and Bassenthwaite, the charming valleys of Borrowdale and Newlands, and the high peaks of Skiddaw, Catbells.
Accommodation
All-ground-floor.
One king-size bedroom.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, Dining room.
Sitting room with woodburning stove
Oil fired underfloor heating and woodburning stove.
Smart TV, DVD, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot and highchair available.
Off road parking for one car.
Walled garden with furniture.
Shared lawn.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 9.1 miles, pub 1 mile
Nearby points of interest
- Derwent Pencil Museum
- Catbells Lakeland Walk
- Hayes Garden World Ambleside
- Lodore Falls
- Buttermere Lake
- Coalhouse Fort
Reviews (10)
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Danielle
Nicely out of the way and gives you the opportunity to avoid the bustle of the bigger towns whilst being close enough to both Keswick and Penrith to be able to easily take advantage of the facilities. We had a minor issue with the cottage heating not working initially, but the owner contacted an engineer and it was up and running again within a couple of hours. Fantastic service - can't ask for better. As others have commented, you can just about hear people in the above accommodation moving around, but if that keeps you awake at night, you're either a very light sleeper or the upstairs guests are grey with big ears and have recently flown in from the Savanna. The cottage is well equipped and the dishwasher was a pleasant surprise. Very comfortable bed (although this is always going to be a personal preference) and nice furnishings. The log burner was toasty on the wet February evenings. Would definitely sent it again!
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Jane
You can hear the people above but it didnât bother us. The garden was a great addition on the fabulous sunny days we had. Watching the buzzards on an afternoon was lovely. The cottage was bigger than we expected and had everything we needed.
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Jane
You can hear the people above but it didnât bother us. The garden was a great addition on the fabulous sunny days we had. Watching the buzzards on an afternoon was lovely. The cottage was bigger than we expected and had everything we needed.