Guests say
Guests appreciate the property's excellent location, comfort, and the beautiful surroundings, with many enjoying repeat visits. The property is praised for its cleanliness, cosy atmosphere, and pet-friendly environment. Some minor maintenance issues and cleanliness lapses are noted, but these do not detract from the overall positive experiences shared by visitors.
The property generally receives positive remarks for cleanliness, with several guests finding it very clean and well-kept. However, there are some concerns about specific cleanliness issues such as cobwebs, dust, and a few instances of poor bathroom maintenance, which slightly lower the score.
The location is highly praised for its beauty, tranquillity, and proximity to local attractions and amenities. Guests consistently commend the setting, with its easy access to walks and towns, making it an ideal base for exploring the Lake District.
Comfort is well-regarded, with guests finding the property cosy and the beds comfortable. Some guests mention the need for minor improvements, such as a new mattress or a headboard, but overall, the property provides a comfortable stay.
Facilities are generally good, with mentions of a log fire, dishwasher, and on-site laundry. However, there are several comments about maintenance issues like shower drainage problems, outdated TVs, and missing items, which suggest room for improvement in this category.
There is insufficient information regarding thoughtful touches or gifts provided by the hosts, as no reviews specifically mention these aspects. Therefore, a score cannot be given for this category.
About this property
A delightful ground floor apartment situated in the picturesque Esthwaite Farm courtyard. It features surprisingly spacious accommodation that's perfect for a relaxing romantic getaway with your loved one. The open plan living area, complete with woodburning stove, is the ideal accompaniment for spending quality time together in this magical location.
The village of Sawrey is situated two miles from Hawkshead down the eastern side of Esthwaite Water. Sawrey consists of two separate hamlets - Near Sawrey and Far Sawrey - both with a cluster of picturesque cottages, tea rooms and pubs.
Accommodation
All ground floor.
One bedroom: 1 x bedroom with en-suite shower, basin and WC.
Open-plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove.
Shared laundry.
Electric storage heaters with woodburning stove.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge with ice compartment, washing machine, tumble dryer and freezer in shared laundry, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD.
Fuel, power and included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot and highchair on request.
Ample off road parking in shared courtyard.
Use of shared lawned garden.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 2.2 miles, pub 3 mins walk.
Use of tumble dryer by 50p coin meter.
Logs can be purchased at the farm shop.
Mobile phone signal may be limited due to the location of the property.
Water from private supply, fed from freshwater lake.
To avoid disappointment, we recommend booking Graythwaite Adventure in advance.
Graythwaite fishery is free for all guests and equipment can be hired locally, a small fee is applicable to keep your catch, rod fishing license required.
Please Note: This property charges a £100.00 Good Housekeeping Bond.
Please Note: There is a separate apartment on the first floor; associated noise may be heard.
Please Note: Esthwaite property is an independent company and no one has rights to be on the water or fish or swim without paying Esthwaite water fishery.
Nearby points of interest
- Esthwaite Water
- Lake District National Park
- Lake Windermere
- Hawkshead Grammar School Museum
- Beatrix Potter Gallery, Hawkshead
- The World of Beatrix Potter
- Lakes Aquarium
- Hayes Garden World Ambleside
- Lakeland Motor Museum
Reviews (39)
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Gillian
We appreciated the fields around the farm and the access to Estthwaite water was a real bonus and to walk our dog there was great. Some of the kitchen equipment could do with upgrading and the outside space felt a bit unloved but this did not detract from our holiday. We would definitely return to Loweswater.
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Keith
Nice area to exercise our dog opposite the cottage, you must clean up any mess by your dog on the field as children also play on the same area. Bed really comfy, has everything you need and close to the Tower Bank Arms pub. The only criticism was the lack of sugar and tea bags in the cottage. There was just a few in a small jar.
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Louisa
It has adequate facilities. It is mainly, clean and comfortable. The cobwebs on the ceilings have clearly been forming for sometime and would harbour months of dust. The carpets are tatty and the grips exposed at the doorway (although have been flattened, could catch a barefoot or dogâs pad). The holes in the carpet where I assume once stood a radiator, are unsightly. We used some WD40 to stop the door handles, into the bathroom and lounge, squeaking so badly, as it woke one of us up, each time the other went to the bath room at night. Small things, that if put right, would enhance a stay as this fabulous place. We assume that Graythwaite donât bother to try very hard because the surroundings are so beautiful, and people will always come anyway. The cleaners that visited last Saturday were so noisy, it frightened our dog! Perhaps they are so busy being noisy, they donât actually achieve a particularly good clean!?