Guests say
Friars Fold is a well-liked cottage in Cumbria, appreciated for its convenient location and cosy atmosphere. Guests have enjoyed the proximity to local attractions and the comfort provided by the property, despite some concerns over cleanliness and noise. The property is equipped for a pleasant stay, with amenities such as a log burner and ample parking.
Guests have raised concerns about the level of cleanliness, noting dust and dirt under furniture and food remnants. The need for a more thorough cleaning has been suggested.
The cottage is well-located for exploring the South Lakes, with easy access to local festivals and outdoor activities. However, some guests noted road noise and barking dogs.
The property is described as cosy and comfortable, with good heating and showers. However, a suggestion was made for a fan during warmer weather.
Facilities are generally good, with a well-equipped kitchen and reliable WiFi. However, there are reports of a fridge not working properly and a desire for modernisation.
There is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the property owner, so this score cannot be provided.
About this property
Ulverston 7.4 miles. Friars Fold is a beautiful, detached house hidden away in Backbarrow, Cumbria, not far from Ulverston. Friars Fold is an excellent choice for groups of five, thanks to its convenient proximity to both Lake Windermere and the rest of the Lake District National Park. The property features a off-road parking for several cars and a lovely rear garden with furniture, ideal for savouring your morning coffee or meals alfresco. Welcome to your new holiday home, complete with a well-equipped kitchen where you can prepare tasty meals to enjoy at the dining table as you recount the days adventures. After dinner, retire to the sitting room, where you'll find sumptuous seating, a TV with Freeview, and a warming woodburning stove—a perfect place to unwind after a day of sightseeing. In addition, the ground floor also features a utility room and a cloakroom. Upstairs, you'll find a spacious bathroom with a bath and a separate shower, plus three wonderfully presented bedrooms—two doubles, one with an en suite shower room, and a single—with tasteful decor. Visit the Lakeland Motor Museum, take a stroll along the River Leven, and ride the Lakeside and Haverthwaite Railway. Ulverston is home to a good selection of attractions and amenities, from the Laurel & Hardy Museum to the Old Farmhouse, Thyme, and The Mill at Ulverston, and from gin tastings at the Shed 1 Gin Distillery to a variety of other restaurants and shops. Keep going to Windermere, where you can go waterskiing, wakeboarding, tubing, or paddleboarding on the famous lake, hike to Orrest Head for breathtaking vistas, text your way around an excellent golf course, or explore the World of Beatrix Potter. For exploring the Lake District, look no further than Friars Fold.
Ulverston is an old-fashioned market town with a cobblestone central street. It has a wide variety of locally owned stores, eateries, and bars serving up hearty fare and cold pints of beer. From five-star restaurants to cosy neighbourhood pubs, there is truly something for every taste. Ulverston is also well-known as a festival town, hosting events like a walking festival, an arts festival, and a music festival all summer long, as well as the world-famous Dickensian Christmas festival in late November. In addition to being the place where Stan Laurel was born, it also holds the record for the largest foam pie fight in the world. Excellent walks can be found in the surrounding countryside and town, with stunning views of Morecambe Bay and the southern Lake District. An afternoon stroll along the deepest, widest, and shortest canal in the world with a pub at the end and views of the bay awaits you. The park's many sights and sounds can be experienced with minimal effort. There are sandy beaches and great opportunities for birdwatching along the Furness Coast. Popular Birkrigg Common, which features breathtaking vistas of Morecambe Bay, is also located nearby, as are the South Lakes Wild Animal Park and Lakes Windermere and Coniston.
Accommodation
Suitable for 4 adults and 1 child under 12.
Three bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x double, 1 x single.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Electric oven, hotplate, microwave, fridge with ice box, freezer, washing machine.
Utility.
Sitting room with woodburning stove.
Oil central heating.
TV with Freeview, WiFi.
Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent..
Highchair and travel cot available.
Off-road parking for 7 cars just a short walk away.
Rear garden with lawn, patio and furniture.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 2 miles, pub 2.8 miles.
Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out by 10am
Nearby points of interest
- Lakeland Motor Museum
- Lakes Aquarium
- Laurel and Hardy Museum
- The World of Beatrix Potter
- Hawkshead Grammar School Museum
- Beatrix Potter Gallery, Hawkshead
- South Lakes Safari Zoo
- Esthwaite Water
- Lake District National Park
- Lake Windermere
Reviews (8)
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Susan
Clean, well equipped, well laid out (with 3 toilets), excellent showers and heating (especially the little log burner, needed even in August!), has ample parking and is well located for exploring the South Lakes. The property was as expected and represented in the pictures, i.e. it probably would benefit from some modernisation as it is getting a little tired. But we saw this from the photos and the price was set accordingly. We know the location of Backbarrow, so we expected the road noise that others have complained about. It wasn't that bad, but if you are a light sleeper take earplugs if you sleep with the windows open! There are walks from the door and lots to do in the area. Not your quintessential Lakeland cottage but a fantastic option for a family on a budget wanting to explore the Lakes and within easy access to the motorway network.
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Susan
Clean, well equipped, well laid out (with 3 toilets), excellent showers and heating (especially the little log burner, needed even in August!), has ample parking and is well located for exploring the South Lakes. The property was as expected and represented in the pictures, i.e. it probably would benefit from some modernisation as it is getting a little tired. But we saw this from the photos and the price was set accordingly. We know the location of Backbarrow, so we expected the road noise that others have complained about. It wasn't that bad, but if you are a light sleeper take earplugs if you sleep with the windows open! There are walks from the door and lots to do in the area. Not your quintessential Lakeland cottage but a fantastic option for a family on a budget wanting to explore the Lakes and within easy access to the motorway network.
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Louise
Seemed like cottage had a superficial clean but needs thorough clean. Moved settee to pick up something that had fallen & horrified at the dirt & dust under there. Similar under beds but not as bad. Also food bits under cushions. Any cardboard packaging in fridge was saturated- obviously fridge not working properly. Very noisy area both from main road and cars speeding through village- perhaps this should be mentioned ? Also lots of dogs barking especially at night- wondered if thereâs a boarding kennel nearby? As we were leaving a neighbour (politely) told us we shouldnât have been parking in space 1. He said he decided not to say anything as he saw that we had 2 cars but his wife wanted him to say something. Not really something you want to deal with on holiday. We had booked the cottage to treat our daughter & granddaughters who are going through a difficult time & having lots of work done on their house so needed to get a way. Wanted a little bit of luxury for them wasnât quite like that unfortunately.