Guests say
Cherry Garth is a well-loved cottage praised for its stunning location and views, offering a comfortable and cosy stay. Guests appreciate the property's spaciousness and the convenience of local walks. While some maintenance issues are noted, the prompt response from support staff is commended.
The cottage receives mixed feedback on cleanliness. While some guests found it clean and well-equipped, others reported issues such as cobwebs, dirty kitchen appliances, and refuse problems. The presence of mouse droppings and unclean bed linen in some instances has impacted the score.
The location is highly praised for its tranquillity, beautiful views, and proximity to walks and lakes. The ease of access to local attractions and the rural setting contribute to a very positive experience.
Guests find the beds comfortable and the living areas cosy. The property is spacious, providing a relaxing environment. However, some guests mentioned issues with gates and accessibility, which slightly affects the comfort level.
Facilities are generally good, with a well-equipped kitchen and comfortable furnishings. Maintenance issues such as problems with showers, gates, and appliances have been reported, but the prompt service response is appreciated. The need for some redecoration and deeper cleaning is noted.
There is insufficient information to score thoughtfulness accurately. While some guests mentioned a welcome pack, the consistency and quality of these gifts are not clear, and it is not guaranteed that such amenities will be provided.
About this property
Is there a better location for a Lakeland cottage? We doubt it. Cherry Garth is set in a little piece of heaven. At the end of a private lane, surrounded by panoramic views of the mountains and fells and with Brotherswater below, this property is completely and utterly glorious. Hartsop Dodd, High Hartsop, Hart Crag, Fairfield and St. Sunday Cragg, the landscape is as old as time and yours to enjoy from first light to sunset.
Hartsop, the setting for Cherry Garth, is an unspoilt hamlet in the Ullswater valley. 17th century buildings and houses make up what is now a small farming community. There are traces of former industries such as milling, mining and spinning, which explains why many of the properties are Grade 2 listed and the village is protected by the National Trust.
The cottage itself has been stunningly updated. The interior has been decorated in neutral tones, the furniture is modern and stylish, with stone and wooden floors in the living areas, and wall to wall carpets in the bedrooms. Entry to the property is through the boot/drying room, leading to the welcoming sitting room with open fire, comfortable seating and magnificent view. The large kitchen/dining room, dressed with granite and slate, is a wonderful space for family meals, planning walks and chatting over coffee. More relaxed seating, an additional TV/DVD and radio docking station gives yet another option when deciding where to relax. The utility room is separated from the kitchen and leads into the garden.
The first of the king size bedrooms is on the ground floor, complete with a wet room with monsoon shower. Upstairs are two further rooms with king size beds, sharing a house bathroom with slipper bath.
Outside the property is plenty of parking as well as terrace and garden, lots of choice when it comes to deciding which view to admire. Cherry Garth is simply stunning, and with such great views to enjoy, why even bother to leave the grounds?
Ullswater is generally considered to encompass three major villages. This includes Glenridding at the south and Pooley Bridge at the north. The second largest lake, at approximately 7.5 miles wide, Ullswater is often regarded as the most beautiful lake in the district. There is dramatic mountain scenery to the south, as well as the gentle hills of the north. This region is popular among walkers, climbers and cyclists of all levels of ability. There are various water sports for all abilities too and lots of family activities. Along with historical sites of interest, Ullswater has a strong nautical history, having been a popular sailing destination for centuries. There are marinas placed all around the lake. Plus a wide range of superb eateries and shops, sure to delight!
Also, on the west side of the lake is the beautiful Aira Force Waterfall. It is one of the National Park’s most popular natural tourist attractions. Glenridding is a particularly popular tourist attraction with mountain walkers. They visit the village to scale England’s third highest peak, Helvellyn.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 1 x ground floor double with king size bed.
Wet room with monsoon shower.
2 x first floor king size bedrooms.
Bathroom with slipper bath, basin and wc.
Boot/drying room.
Sitting room.
Kitchen/dining room.
Utility room.
Oil central and underfloor heating.
Electric ovens and induction hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washer, dryer, TVs, DVD, Blu-ray player, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Open fire.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Private parking for 3 cars.
Outhouse.
Pub nearby.
Complimentary toiletries, tea and coffee and a welcome bottle of presecco.
Nearby points of interest
- Hayes Garden World Ambleside
- Beatrix Potter Gallery, Hawkshead
- Hawkshead Grammar School Museum
- The World of Beatrix Potter
- Derwent Pencil Museum
- Catbells Lakeland Walk
- Lake District National Park
- Lake Windermere
- Lodore Falls
- Esthwaite Water
Reviews (23)
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David
Fantastic views and good sized accommodation. The outside of the cottage could do with a bit of attention as it sets an impression of arrival. The garden was overgrown and the paint on the front door faded and cracked. The driveway up to the cottage via three separate gates could do with some gravel or filling in. A normal car may struggle with ground clearance in places. Inside there is good accommodation and general cleanliness was good, although we did have to clean the oven and fridge on arrival before use. We also noted a lot of mouse droppings in the under sink cupboard, but itâs in the country so mice are to be expected! Similar to the outside, some of the inside was looking a little tired but nothing a lick of paint and a good dusting of the cobwebs in the skylights wouldnât solve! We enjoyed our stay and the cottage was comfortable and warm and had everything we needed for the week.
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David
Fantastic views and good sized accommodation. The outside of the cottage could do with a bit of attention as it sets an impression of arrival. The garden was overgrown and the paint on the front door faded and cracked. The driveway up to the cottage via three separate gates could do with some gravel or filling in. A normal car may struggle with ground clearance in places. Inside there is good accommodation and general cleanliness was good, although we did have to clean the oven and fridge on arrival before use. We also noted a lot of mouse droppings in the under sink cupboard, but itâs in the country so mice are to be expected! Similar to the outside, some of the inside was looking a little tired but nothing a lick of paint and a good dusting of the cobwebs in the skylights wouldnât solve! We enjoyed our stay and the cottage was comfortable and warm and had everything we needed for the week.
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Jo
I would go again because of the view alone. Itâs a sweet cottage, it has everything you need. The beds are very comfy. One thing to note if you have kids is all the beds are doubles and for us this resulted in arguments but if you are 3 couples going on holiday together this cottage would be perfect.