Guests say
Ale Cottage in Wigton receives high praise for its cosy atmosphere, well-equipped kitchen, and secure garden, making it a hit with dog owners. The village's tranquillity and friendly pub add to the charm, while its location is ideal for exploring the Northern Lakes. Some minor maintenance issues are noted, but overall, guests report a comfortable and enjoyable stay.
Most guests found Ale Cottage to be clean and well-maintained, with only a few isolated reports of cleanliness issues. The presence of cleaning products and the overall comfort suggest a high standard of cleanliness.
The cottage's location in a quiet village with a friendly pub next door is highly appreciated. Its proximity to the Northern Lakes and other attractions in Cumbria makes it an excellent base for exploration.
The majority of guests describe the cottage as comfortable, especially highlighting the cosy beds and lounge area. However, some guests mention that the sofas could be more comfortable, slightly impacting the score.
Facilities are generally well-regarded, with a well-stocked kitchen and secure storage for outdoor equipment. Some guests suggest improvements in garden maintenance and furniture comfort, indicating room for enhancement.
While many guests appreciate the well-equipped cottage and the provision of kitchen essentials, there is no mention of gifts, thus a score cannot be provided. It is important to note that such extras, if provided, are a bonus and not guaranteed.
About this property
Ale Cottage is a terrific two bedroom characterful beamed cottage sleeping 4 people, in the village of Ireby, 12 miles from Keswick and ideal location if you want to be away from it all, but near enough to explore the northern lakes. Offering spacious accommodation set over two floors, with one double bedroom on the ground floor with en-suite shower room, basin and WC. Up to the first floor there is one twin bedroom that shares a family bathroom with shower over bath, basin and WC and a lovely lounge with a fabulous solid fuel stove, in which you can unwind after a day out exploring the Lakes. The kitchen/diner is a sociable space where you can gather whilst preparing a home cooked meal and talk about the day's activities. Leading down from the lounge you are out onto the garden where your dogs can scamper about. Outside is a garage with storage. Ireby is a small village and ideally placed for the Northern Lakes and further afield, there is a small village pub next door where they serve home cooked meals in the evening, where you can sit in front of the fire and unwind.
Situated just to the north of Skiddaw, Ireby is an excellent centre for touring and walking throughout the northern Lakes yet is relatively unspoilt and provides a haven from the hustle and bustle of the busier parts of the Lake District. Ambleside and Windermere are however within easy reach. There are numerous walking opportunities from the door over the Caldbeck Fells and Skiddaw which leads you into Keswick (12 miles by road) where many amenities including Derwent Water, restaurants, pubs and shops await you.
Accommodation
Over two floors.
On the ground floor there is 1 x double bedroom en-suite with shower room, basin and WC. On the first floor: 1 x twin bedroom and a shared bathroom with a shower over bath, basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner, Lounge with solid fuel stove, leading to an enclosed rear garden with seating.
Attached garage with storage.
Private parking.
Storage heaters.
Electric cooker and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer, Sky FreeSat, TV with Freeview, DVD player, home cinema system and CD player with I-Pod dock.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in the rent.
Private rear garden with seating and BBQ. Private parking for 1 car.
Towels included.
Three well-behaved pets welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Pub 2 minute walk.
Note : If arriving in the dark please bring a torch.
Nearby points of interest
- Derwent Pencil Museum
- Catbells Lakeland Walk
- Lake District Coast Aquarium
- Lodore Falls
- Scale Force waterfall
- Buttermere Lake
- Carlisle Cathedral
Reviews (54)
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Susan
This cottage had everything we wanted having a King Size Bed in the downstairs bedroom with an on-suite shower room. Upstairs was a Twin Bedroom and a bathroom next door. The kitchen had everything we wanted to cook meals. The Lounge has Sky Television together with a Wood Burning Stove and it was lovely to relax after wonderful days out with our dogs. Visiting the Lake District in Keswick and some lovely places to walk our dogs in St Bees and secluded beaches and walking paths in Mawbray and Allonby.
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Howard
Ideally placed for Northern Lakes . Comfortable and well appointed Next door to the pub but not disturbed by noise from it 15 minutes from Keswick
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John
Overall itâs in a fantastic area and would certainly go back.