Guests say
Little Ellers is a spacious and well-furnished property set in the beautiful Lake District, ideal for family gatherings and group holidays. The house boasts a large garden, comfortable bedding, and a well-equipped kitchen. Its location is praised for easy access to local attractions and walks. Guests have enjoyed the property's ample space and the tranquility it offers.
The cleanliness of Little Ellers has received mixed feedback. While some guests found the property to be clean and comfortable, others noted areas where dust and debris were present, suggesting a need for a more thorough cleaning routine. The inconsistency in cleanliness has been highlighted, with some guests finding the property not up to their personal standards.
The location of Little Ellers is highly praised for its proximity to Keswick and various walking routes. Guests appreciate the easy access to local amenities and the stunning views of the surrounding peaks. The property's position in the Lake District makes it an excellent base for exploring the area.
Guests have found Little Ellers to be comfortable, with spacious rooms and cosy living areas. The property provides ample space for large groups and is well-received for its comfortable beds and bedding. However, some guests mentioned issues with hot water availability and the quality of towels provided.
The facilities at Little Ellers are generally well-regarded, with a fully equipped kitchen and useful utility room. However, guests have noted some maintenance issues such as problems with showers and heating control. The garden is appreciated but some guests felt it could be better maintained. The lack of recycling facilities and some missing household items were also mentioned.
There is insufficient information to accurately assess the thoughtfulness of the hosts in terms of gifts or special touches. While some guests mentioned a welcome bottle of fizz, the reviews do not consistently reference any gestures that would indicate the level of thoughtfulness, and as such, a score cannot be provided.
About this property
A luxurious architecturally acclaimed secluded country home located on a leafy private road in the beautiful Lakeland village of Portinscale. Little Ellers is set in lovingly maintained mature gardens, with a small wooded area which provides ample privacy. Recognised for its arts and crafts design it has a long connection with the Keswick School of Industrial Arts. If you are looking for space and luxury this is the perfect house for you.The property has been meticulously renovated to create the modern comfort while preserving the features and feel of an historical property.
The large reception is an indicator of things to come, leading you to a range of living accommodation that includes a wood-panelled sitting room with 55 inch TV with soundbar, lounge/diner,another formal lounge, formal dining room perfect for sumptuous evening feasts. The house has original Arts & Craft period fireplaces, although for safety reasons these can not be used.. The large bespoke kitchen has ample amenities, including a central island and large range cooker with 5 burner hob. There is a large utility room ideal for the storage of outdoor equipment and clothing. For a house that accommodates 10 it has 5 bathrooms and a downstairs toilet. All showers have rain showers. On the first floor there is a super king, two doubles and a twin. The master ensuite has its own walk in shower the others share 2 bathrooms and a marble shower room.There is a family bathroom with a roll top bath, double rain shower cubicle and marble vanity unit with his and hers basins. The other bathroom has a walk in slate shower cubicle, basin and WC. The living quarters continue to the second floor twin bedroom with its own luxury shower room with shower cubicle, basin and WC.
To match this stunning house, beautifully manicured gardens offer lawns and patio areas with ample furniture and leading to leisurely walks through the grounds to the nearby stream and woodlands. The property is within walking distance of all amenities of the peaceful village of Portinscale, with the marina and the shores of Derwentwater reachable by foot. The Lingholm Estate with cafe and walled garden is a short walk away. A five-minute drive finds further activities at Keswick, the beautiful market town offering activities for every level of energy, ranging from hiking and climbing to the more peaceful exploration of the Castlerigg Stone Circle or lake trips on Derwentwater. Little Ellers offers the perfect balance of modern luxury and historical grandeur, making it an ideal choice for two families or a large group looking for a luxurious Lake District holiday. You know you are in for a luxurious retreat when you drive through the gate of Little Ellers.
A quiet village at the north end of beautiful Derwent Water, Portinscale offers a shop and pub, and makes an ideal base for exploring the region. The property is within walking distance of all amenities of the peaceful village of Portinscale, with the marina and the shores of Derwentwater reachable by foot. The Lingholm Estate with cafe and walled garden is a short walk away. Bustling Keswick with its Saturday market, visitor attractions, museums and boat trips is just 1 mile away, while the picturesque scenery of the lakes and mountains makes this a great base from which to explore this popular area.
Accommodation
Over three floors.
Five bedrooms (four on first floor): 1 x double with king-size bed with en-suite shower room with rain shower, basin and WC, 1 x double with super-king bed and TV,1 x doublewith king size bed, 2 x twin (one on second floor).
First-floor family bathroom with roll top bath, double rain shower cubicle, his and hers basin and WC; additional shower room with shower.
shower room on second floor with shower, basin and WC.
Ground floor cloakroom with basin and WC.
Utility room.
Dining room.
Two sitting rooms.
Kitchen with breakfast bar.
Range cooker with gas hob, hot plate and electric oven, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer (in utility room) and dishwasher.
Gas central heating and heated tile flooring.
WiFi.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Private parking for 8 cars.
Large enclosed gardens with patio furniture (some areas of the garden are left overgrown on purpose to attract wildlife).
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Sorry no cot or highchair available.
Pub and shop 5 mins walk.
Please note: This property only accepts a week long booking over the Christmas period.
Nearby points of interest
- Derwent Pencil Museum
- Catbells Lakeland Walk
- Wastwater Alpaca Trekking
- Hayes Garden World Ambleside
- Lodore Falls
- Buttermere Lake
- Scale Force waterfall
- Wastwater Lake
- Church of St Olaf
Reviews (27)
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Michelle
There was 10 of us 6 adults and 4 children. There is plenty of space, patio is a lovely area to sit in the evenings weather permitting.
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David
It was a 30 minute walk away â perfect for enjoying the views of this beautiful part of the world. The property was clean and had more than enough space for all 10 of us (6 adults, 4 kids). As well as the many bedrooms, the property has a number of reception rooms, all of which are very spacious. The garden was large and well kept â a lovely space for the kids to let of some steam. It was enclosed too so we felt we could leave them to it if we adults wanted to stay inside. Cons: None of the middle floor bathrooms had locks. Some of our party didn't mind, others really did. Only the downstairs toilet and top floor bathroom did. We noticed that the middle floor bathrooms had lock-holes which we assumed meant the doors could be locked â we just didn't have the keys. We contacted Sykes Cottages on Saturday, Monday & Tuesday about this but only received a conclusive answer on Wednesday: there were no keys for the middle floor bathroom doors. Though Sykes said they tried to ring us, none of us had good mobile signal, so our phones didn't even say we had missed a call. To Sykes credit, they have said, in the future, they will contact customers online / via email if they can't reach them by phone, rather than assuming customers will get a missed call notification and call back. The kitchen only stocked a few tiny sieves â a normal or large sieve would have been helpful. Conclusion: Little Ellers is a beautiful and spacious place to stay. Despite the few niggles mentioned above, we have booked this lovely property again for next year's convention/holiday. (To the team at Sykes Cottages & to Little Ellers' owner, if those few niggles were rectified, we wouldn't hesitate in giving this property 5 stars!)
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David
It was a 30 minute walk away â perfect for enjoying the views of this beautiful part of the world. The property was clean and had more than enough space for all 10 of us (6 adults, 4 kids). As well as the many bedrooms, the property has a number of reception rooms, all of which are very spacious. The garden was large and well kept â a lovely space for the kids to let of some steam. It was enclosed too so we felt we could leave them to it if we adults wanted to stay inside. Cons: None of the middle floor bathrooms had locks. Some of our party didn't mind, others really did. Only the downstairs toilet and top floor bathroom did. We noticed that the middle floor bathrooms had lock-holes which we assumed meant the doors could be locked â we just didn't have the keys. We contacted Sykes Cottages on Saturday, Monday & Tuesday about this but only received a conclusive answer on Wednesday: there were no keys for the middle floor bathroom doors. Though Sykes said they tried to ring us, none of us had good mobile signal, so our phones didn't even say we had missed a call. To Sykes credit, they have said, in the future, they will contact customers online / via email if they can't reach them by phone, rather than assuming customers will get a missed call notification and call back. The kitchen only stocked a few tiny sieves â a normal or large sieve would have been helpful. Conclusion: Little Ellers is a beautiful and spacious place to stay. Despite the few niggles mentioned above, we have booked this lovely property again for next year's convention/holiday. (To the team at Sykes Cottages & to Little Ellers' owner, if those few niggles were rectified, we wouldn't hesitate in giving this property 5 stars!)