Guests say
The Orchard in Kendal is a well-received cottage, praised for its cleanliness, prime location, and comfort. Guests appreciate the well-equipped facilities and the owners' thoughtful touches, including a welcome tray and occasional gifts, which contribute to a delightful stay. The property's garden and the village's amenities enhance the experience.
Reviewers consistently mention the cottage's spotless condition and the pride the owners take in its presentation, indicating exceptional cleanliness.
The property is lauded for its quiet, scenic location with easy access to local amenities and attractions, making it an ideal base for exploring.
Guests find the cottage cosy and comfortable, with special mentions of comfy beds and a homely feel, although a few noted the lounge seating could be improved for those with mobility issues.
The Orchard is well-appointed with comprehensive facilities, including a well-stocked kitchen and wood burning fire. However, some guests noted a poor TV signal and suggested updates to the lounge sofas.
The owners' hospitality, including welcome trays and baked goods, is frequently highlighted, though it is noted that such personal touches, while common, are not guaranteed.
About this property
A pretty, stone-built, 300-year old, semi-detached cottage, located in a quiet backwater of the Lakeland village of Levens, just five miles from Kendal. Boasting lovely views across the Lyth Valley and Whitbarrow Scar, this Levens cottage provides ideal Lakeland accommodation. Warm and welcoming, it features a comfortable sitting room with cosy woodburner and old beams, an adjoining dining area, a well-equipped kitchen and two lovely bedrooms which all combine to provide perfect Lake District accommodation. Outside, this Levens cottage offers a spacious, raised garden area ideal for dining alfresco and watching the sun go down over the southern Lakeland Fells. This Levens cottage is ideally placed for exploring the Lake District Peninsula. The lovely old market town of Kendal is a short drive away, while Cartmel, with its famous annual horse race meetings, and the pretty coastal resorts of Arnside and Grange-over-Sands are all worth a visit. In the other direction, Kirkby Lonsdale has numerous eating places and individual shops. Lake Windermere, Bowness-on-Windermere and Hawkshead are within easy reach. This attractive village and lovely Levens cottage make an inspiring choice from which to enjoy the whole of this magical area.
Levens is a small village in Cumbria, home to Levens Hall with its famous topiary garden. Levens has amenities including a pub, post office, newsagents and general store. Perfectly placed for enjoying the Lake District, the Yorkshire Dales and the Cumbrian coast.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Sitting room with dining area and woodburner.
Gas central heating with woodburner.
Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, Smart TV with Freeview, Netflix, Amazon Prime, itvx and more, you will need to log in with your own details.
, DVD, CD/radio, iPod dock, WiFi.
Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburner included in rent.
Additional wood for woodburner available to purchase from the owners.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot and highchair on request.
Off road parking for 1 car.
Spacious mature garden with furniture.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop and pub 5 mins walk.
Note: There are several steps up to the garden accessed from the rear of the parking space.
Visitors with young children should be aware that the garden is not completely enclosed.
Note: The garden of the owners' property next door is open by appointment.
Nearby points of interest
- Lakes Aquarium
- Lakeland Motor Museum
- The World of Beatrix Potter
- Hawkshead Grammar School Museum
- Beatrix Potter Gallery, Hawkshead
- Hayes Garden World Ambleside
- Lake Windermere
- Lake District National Park
- Esthwaite Water
Reviews (64)
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Anthony
The cottage is always clean and tidy and a joy to spend a nice relaxing week away in. The owners left us some milk in the fridge as well as a pack of chocolate biscuits. There is all you need in the kitchen for cooking and also washing up liquid etc. The bed is very comfy and we always have good nights sleep in such a quiet area of Levens.
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Jenns
Handwash upstairs and downstairs. Hand towels, T- Towels, kitchen roll, cooking oil all provided. Itâs these little things that you often forget when packing your go on holiday. It was lovely to have a wood burner. The village shop was a tardis, and had lots of fresh foods. The owner was a call away if needed. It was a well thought out cottage, clean, cosy.
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Nichola
We could not find one single fault with this cottage. It was cosy comfortable and clean with everything in it that you need. The garden is really lovely to sit in and relax. We would definitely stay here again.