Dash Cottage

Rating
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Open fire
Smoke-free
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Washing machine

Rev Kirkman
September 2019

“Our only problem was the steepness of the stairs, my wife's illness meant that it was a struggle to get up the fairly steep stairs at Dash Cottage.”

Otherwise we had no problems and found no faults.

Otherwise we had no problems and found no faults.
Ms Scrine June 2019

“A well presented and well equipped cottage in a location that was very convenient for the NE Lakes and coast - we had lovely weather all week, which helped as we explored the coast above Maryport, plus Ullswater, Buttermere and Derwent Water, as well as a trip on the Ravenglass-Eskdale railway.”

The osprey chicks had just hatched, too ! The mobile phone signal was fine, so made up for the lack of specific wi-fi because we could hot-spot our laptops and we weren't around enough to worry about the sitting area being separated from the property. But be warned if you have mobility issues and need to use the bathroom at night that there are three steps down and three narrow steps up between the bedrooms and the bathroom - there is a grab rail to assist.
Mr Kelly June 2019

“Was very disappointed where the garden was, I expected to open doors and I would be in the garden instead if having to walk about 30 steps to get to garden.”

And for the pub being 5 mins away was exactly 15/20 mins walk to find out it is closed due to refub, and no where to really walk our dog.
Mr Bush May 2019

“Disappointed to find that the garden whilst enclosed as stated was not actually attatched to the house and the dogs had to be on leads to get to it, not exactly convenient in the middle of the night.”

we have seen this before but normally when it is stated in the description we chose not to book those properties, so we suggest it is added to the information online. Also this is the first of your cottages that has not had wifi, though we thought it would not bother us, in fact we needed it for tide times and also to check local events, not having it meant we got caught up in traffic due to cycle event which we could have avoided if we had been able to access the details of the route. Learning experience for us and we will definitely check details and make further enquiries before booking our next trip.
Mr Hopwood October 2018

“Dash cottage is a lovely place to relax, 5 minutes from Cockermouth, clean, homely, all the facilities are top notch, couldn't fault it.”

We've booked to stay again next year.
Mrs Lumley June 2018

“This was a pleasant cottage but felt a bit 'dated' and resting on its laurels (ie the 2009 'Gold' certificate on display).”

Internally the cottage was clean, the beds were comfy and the kitchen well equipped, however for my taste the living room was a bit dated and sparse. The outside of the property was a little grubby looking and whilst there was a lovely garden which was a real suntrap there were no comfortable outside seats. Sitting on a hard wooden picnic table for any length of time isn't really a viable way to enjoy the sun - although ideal for eating a meal al fresco. We were very fortunate to have fantastic weather but enjoyment of the outside space was compromised by the lack of comfortable seating. The setting was lovely, although much nearer to the busy A66 than anticipated. The location is very convenient for getting to nearby attractions. I really enjoyed my stay, as did my companion and my dog, but in comparison to other cottages that I have stayed for similar price felt the standard was not comparable.
Ms Heffner June 2018

“Very convienent location for many locations in the Lake District.”

We had a lovely stay with plenty of room. Wifi would be a nice addition to this property.
A TripAdvisor Member July 2017

“Relaxing spacious property. A real gem.”

Quite secluded but peaceful. A perfect base to access all notable locations in the Lakes. Our 2 small dogs settled quickly. A nearby pub is 10/15 mins walk away. Serving good quality food. Otherwise stock up and make use of the modern fully equipped kitchen. A very good sized bathroom complete with shower cubicle. On arrival we found muffins and a pint of milk waiting in the kitchen. Very hospitable.
Andy T April 2017

“A real home from home”

We have just spent a weekend in the best cottage we've ever stayed in, spotlessly clean, well stocked, plenty of room and comfortable. Situated in a small village with the main A66 just yards away, but far enough away not to notice it, so you can easily get about. A fantastic pub 15 minutes walk away, or 5 in the car, which served a superb Jennings ale and good food, and dog friendly too...as is the cottage. Both Keswick and Cockermouth are minutes away in the car...good record shop, music shop and brewery are in Cockermouth...Keswick was just, well...busy...but worth a visit.
gerryexmouth August 2015

“Great Stay”

This is an excellent holiday let. Spotlessly clean with a modern kitchen and quite a spacious bathroom. It was very comfortable too. It is near the main road which you can hear in the distance from the house and the courtyard is small and away from the house, however, these factors did not stop us from having a wonderful holiday. Being near the road meant that we could easily travel around the area. There is a Sainsbury's in Cockermouth which is very convenient too. Check well in advance what time the key will be available to collect.
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The property

Dash Cottage is a delightful and cosy Cumbrian cottage situated within the Lake District National Park.

It is perfectly placed to enjoy the fantastic scenery of the western and northern Lake District and coast. Dash Cottage is a 19th century terraced holiday cottage situated in the charming rural village of Embleton, which is situated between the popular bustling Lakeland town of Keswick and the Georgian market town of Cockermouth, the birth place of William Wordsworth.

The surrounding scenery is stunning, you can enjoy the fresh air of the Lake District whilst walking, hiking, cycling, playing golf, exploring or simply relaxing.

The less frequented vale of Lorton, Buttermere, Crummock Water, Ennerdale and Loweswater are all within a short drive, Dash Cottage certainly is a wonderful base from which to explore the northern and western Lakes. A warm welcome awaits you at this lovely Lakeland cottage, a charming retreat from which to explore the whole of the Lake District.

The cottage has been lovingly furnished and equipped by the owners.

There is a delightful private enclosed gravelled garden with decking and a garage suitable for your car, bikes or outdoor equipment. The cottage is heated by electric heaters and a cosy open fire and comprises: Lounge with characterful open fire, TV with sky freeview, DVD player and CD radio player. Breakfast kitchen with electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer and washing machine. First floor: Master bedroom with king size brass bed, pine furniture and co-ordinated fabrics and linens. Twin bedroom with pine furniture. Bathroom with bath, shower cubicle, hand basin and WC. All electric, initial supply of coal, bed linen and towels included. Travel Cot available (bedding not supplied) Z bed available for 1 extra person (bedding not supplied). Private parking. Garage. Gravelled garden with decking and garden furniture. Cottage style garden to the front.

Summary

Two bedrooms: 1 x king size double bedroom, 1 x twin bedroom, family bathroom with bathtub, shower cubicle, wash basin and WC
Living room
Breakfast kitchen.
Electric heating plus open fire
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, TV with Freeview, DVD, CD/radio
Electricity and coal scuttle full of coal included
Bed linen and towels provided
Cot and Z bed (sleeps 1) available (no bedding supplied)
Private parking in garage
Enclosed gravel garden with raised deck and garden furniture
2 dogs welcome
Pub 5 minutes
Lake Bassenthwaite 2 miles.

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About the location

COCKERMOUTH

Bassenthwaite Lake 7 miles; Keswick 13 miles.

The small country market town of Cockermouth is situated in the quiet north-western part of the Lake District, a largely undiscovered and unspoilt area, yet only 13 miles from Keswick. The town is famous as the birthplace of both William Wordsworth and Fletcher Christian (of Mutiny on the Bounty fame) and Wordsworth’s Georgian family home, on the main street, is now a popular visitor attraction, owned by the National Trust. Cockermouth offers a good variety of shops, pubs and places to eat, but (of course) the main attraction of the area is the beautiful scenery and excellent walking in the northern lakes – Bassenthwaite Lake, Ennerdale Water and Derwent Water.

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Features

“Our only problem was the steepness of the stairs, my wife's illness meant that it was a struggle to get up the fairly steep stairs at Dash Cottage.”

“Was very disappointed where the garden was, I expected to open doors and I would be in the garden instead if having to walk about 30 steps to get to garden.”

“Disappointed to find that the garden whilst enclosed as stated was not actually attatched to the house and the dogs had to be on leads to get to it, not exactly convenient in the middle of the night.”

“Dash cottage is a lovely place to relax, 5 minutes from Cockermouth, clean, homely, all the facilities are top notch, couldn't fault it.”

“This was a pleasant cottage but felt a bit 'dated' and resting on its laurels (ie the 2009 'Gold' certificate on display).”

“Very convienent location for many locations in the Lake District.”

“Relaxing spacious property. A real gem.”

“A real home from home”

“Great Stay”

The property

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About the location

COCKERMOUTH