Stone Cottage at Staveley
ID: S281872
- Bedrooms 1
- ・ Sleeps 2
- ・ Pets 1
Snaptrip says
Stone Cottage at Staveley is highly praised for its cosy and homely atmosphere, with a well-equipped kitchen, comfortable furnishings, and a secure garden ideal for dogs. The village of Staveley offers a warm welcome, with local shops, a brewery, and easy access to walking opportunities. Guests appreciate the added space of the conservatory and the property's suitability as a base for exploring the Lake District.
Guests that stayed at this property said
Most guests found the cottage to be spotlessly clean and well-maintained, though there were isolated mentions of cleanliness issues such as dust and crumbs, which slightly affected the overall impression.
The location is consistently lauded for its convenience, with easy access to local amenities, walking paths, and nearby towns. The village's friendly atmosphere and proximity to Windermere are frequently highlighted.
Guests frequently describe the cottage as comfortable and cosy, with a warm and welcoming feel. The presence of a conservatory and a pleasant garden adds to the comfort, although there were minor comments about the bed and pillows.
The cottage is well-equipped with a modern kitchen and excellent shower, but there are remarks about missing or malfunctioning items such as a DVD player and WiFi issues. Maintenance concerns like the toilet flush mechanism and heating system were also noted.
While some guests mentioned welcome gifts, there were inconsistencies in their provision, with at least one guest suggesting they were missing upon arrival. As such, while the thoughtfulness of providing gifts is appreciated, it cannot be guaranteed for future guests.
About this property
Stone Cottage is a characterful romantic hideaway in the quaint village of Staveley. Set within this picturesque village at the mouth of the Kentmere Valley, this is the perfect base for couples to discover the Lakes.
Enter through the porch to the charming sitting room complete with stone flooring and woodburning stove, this is the real Lakeland cottage experience. Spend cosy evenings by the fire and make use of the selection of books, maps and games on offer. The dining area leads onto the well-equipped kitchen that has everything you’ll need for your stay. It’s from here you access the conservatory, a lovely area to escape to relax and unwind overlooking the garden to the rear of the property. The lawed garden is set up for dining al fresco with furniture and BBQ, there is also a handy bike store here too for those who wish to discover the Lakes by two wheels.
Staveley is a real Lakeland community. Here you will find delights such as Hawkshead Brewery and beer hall, More? Artisan bakery, and Wilf’s Café, all within a short walk from Stone Cottage. Staveley lies at the gateway to Kentmere Valley, in a convenient location between Kendal and Windermere. For keen walkers, the starting point to the Kentmere Horseshoe is nearby.
This is a real treat of a cottage for couples who wish to discover real Lakeland living as well as being close by the well-known Windermere.
The twin towns of Bowness and Windermere are both vibrant, fun-filled places set within the splendid scenery of the Lake District. Both towns provide a range of amenities, shops and restaurants to suit all tastes whilst Ambleside offers the additional attraction of a boat ride to Bowness, the Lakeside Aquarium and Beatrix Potter's 'Hill Top House' at Sawrey. Grizedale Forest Park is within easy driving distance and is home to a range of activities including many good walks, mountain biking and the 'Go Ape' adventure park. The region also boasts many National Trust properties as well as a variety of water sports for those who prefer a more adrenaline-fuelled trip. Children will enjoy a trip to the 'World of Beatrix Potter' in Bowness whilst the villages of Grasmere, Coniston Water, Kendal, Keswick and the Lakeland Mountains are all within easy reach.
Accommodation
One bedroom: 1 x king-size bedroom.
Bathroom with shower over bath, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Sitting room with dining area and woodburning stove.
Conservatory.
Gas central heating.
Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, dishwasher.
Under stairs worktop freezer & washer/dryer.
Smart TV, WiFi, selection of books, maps, guides and games.
Electricity and gas in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
On lane parking outside property.
Bike store.
Lawned garden with patio, furniture and BBQ.
One well-behaved dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 6 mins walk.
Note: Children are not accepted at this property
Nearby points of interest
- Lake Windermere
- Lake District National Park
- Esthwaite Water
- The World of Beatrix Potter
- Hayes Garden World Ambleside
- Hawkshead Grammar School Museum
- Beatrix Potter Gallery, Hawkshead
- Lakes Aquarium
- Lakeland Motor Museum
Reviews (38)
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Edward
Staveley is a lovely village to stay in. The following comments are just things to be aware of / for the owners to consider to really improve the experience of staying at Stone Cottage. Firstly, and most importantly, please replace the mattress and pillows as these are very uncomfortable. I also don't think the bed is king-sized as per the listing. Secondly, little things, but please leave more than one toilet roll for a seven night stay. It doesn't cost much to provide enough toilet roll for the week, but it's very annoying for guests to have to go and buy their own. Also, please provide a towel and/or kitchen roll for the kitchen. Also, for people with a dog, regarding the garden, people should note (as the listing doesn't) that: 1) the neighbours have a right of access through the back garden so can just walk through the garden if they need to. They only did once in the week to put their bin out while we were there. 2) the gate to the garden is a metal gate with gaps between the bars so if you have a very small dog, they could probably fit between these bars. Someone had commented that they had this problem in the guestbook. I didn't mean this to be a complaining review as we had a lovely week, but I just think these are small changes that could really improve people's stay or things that people should be aware of before booking.
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Lorraine
We particularly liked the garden Ted loved chasing after his ball in this long pretty garden. Please note if you do have a dog that the other cottages have access into the garden. This was not a problem throughout our stay. Parking is on the road but again it was not a problem parking in front of the cottage . The bedroom was very big with a comfy bed. I could not fault this cottage and would happily stay again if staying in Staveley.
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Debra
Great secure garden too. Locality great for accessing other parts of the lakes. Our second stay and hopefully not the last. Fab ice cream shop in Staveley.