Beckwood

4.4★

Very good

Sleeps 8
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 3
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor bedroom
Open fire
Cot available
Highchair available
Dishwasher
Sky TV
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities

* Based on a combined average customer score

15 Customer Review(s)

Anna
July 2022

“Beautiful property and location, with all you could need for a home away from home.”

We had a wonderful stay and would happily come back.

We had a wonderful stay and would happily come back.

- Anna, July 2022
Audrey June 2022

“Our group was made up of 4 adults and 2 dogs, the area is not dog friendly.”

Signs are up at the fields saying if your dog is off the leash they will be shot. The worst thing was we were inundated with flies, we think this is due to birds that are nesting under the roof all the way round the building and their droppings are not being cleaned as when we arrived there were piles of it so the house was full of flies and we had to keep the windows closed. The windows in the master suite really need cleaned as we couldn't see out of them. The bed maybe be a superking size but the mattress is not. The mattress did not fit the bed and the bedding did not fit the mattress. We were told upon booking the following; We would have access to a field for the dogs to run about. There was no field just a shared lawn. That there was a TV in the master suite and their wasn't. That the cottage had Sky TV - which it hasn't. Our friends were booked in with us for the week but they left on the Sunday as the dogs were getting very stressed as the horses, cows and sheep came up to the garden and got angry at the dogs. Our friends only got 2 nights stay instead of 7. I'm very angry about this and I will think twice before booking with Sykes in the future. We have booked with Sykes before and never been let down but this year.

- Audrey, June 2022
Barbara June 2022

“Beautiful place clean and we'll equipped.”

Plenty of room for the dogs. The lounge area beautiful setters great to sit in but difficult to get out of. The swallows are fascinating to watch. bedroom were nice a bright.

- Barbara, June 2022
Jennifer May 2022

“Beckwood is ideally situated with wonderful views from every window.”

10 minute drive from Ullswater and National Trust Aira Force waterfall and woodland walks. The property was lovely and spacious and well equipped, ideal for families.

- Jennifer, May 2022
Lynne April 2022

“Beckwood is a very comfortable, clean, well appointed and homely property which accommodated our party of 6 adults, 2 children and a lively spaniel perfectly.”

The views are stunning and we were surrounded by wildlife and birds. The dog loved the freedom of the large garden and we could safely let her out to play as it is fully enclosed. Facilities are excellent with every need catered for. However, we had only one problem and that was with the hob on the range being somewhat temperamental which was an annoyance when cooking for a large family. Eating out is great with excellent hostelries close by - The White Horse Inn at Scales (A66) and the Troutbeck Inn a mile up the road. Overall, would highly recommend.

- Lynne, April 2022
Dominique January 2022

“This house is in a great location for exploring this part of the lakes.”

We found it very practical for a group of outdoorsy people. The kitchen was well equipped and having a separate utility room and also roomy entrance was great for coats and boots. Lovely sunsets through the dining room windows. The house was clean and we really enjoyed our stay. My general feed back is there are a few things that need attention. It had been mentioned in a previous post that lots of light bulbs need replacing. The house has many many lights so its not dark, but its a bit odd so many need replacing. The toilet seat in main bathroom tries to bite your bum as it wont stay up. Towel rail in main bathroom doesn't work. Towel rail in ensuite quite rusty. We stayed in January. The house has a thermostat in every room and was incredibly hot. We turned down all of then but still had to open windows. Lastly the stove rings on the electric cooker. Only 2 seem to function normally. They all heat up when turned on but only 2 actually stay hot. Anyway as I said, its a very practical space and if you are planning to spend most of your time outside then it is absolutely ideal and overall a comfortable house and we thought good value for money.

- Dominique, January 2022
Tim January 2022

“Really enjoyable relaxing stay at beckwood, great location.”

Very well equipped with pretty much everything that you need. Great outdoor space for dogs. Thank you for such a lovely break

- Tim, January 2022

Thankyou for your positive feed back. So glad that you love the property as much as we do. Property Owner
Sarah December 2021

“The property itself was lovely but it was completely let down by the standard of the cleanliness which was very poor.”

In order for my family to feel comfortable we had to clean the property on arrival. It was not up to the usual standard I have come to expect, which was really disappointing given the amount we paid for 7 days. The dishwasher doesn’t function properly. One of the ovens on the range cooker is not working properly. The left hand oven will gently warm or heat to 220c nothing else. A number of bulbs had not been replaced. I have booked through Sykes over a number of years and whilst the property itself was good, the attention to cleanliness and ensuring facilities are working was poor. Overall disappointed.

- Sarah, December 2021

Thank you very much for your feedback following your stay at Beckwood. Firstly may I apologise for any issues you may have encountered during your stay we do hope that this did not detract from your enjoyment of the Lake District. Please be assured that had the information been forthcoming during your stay we would have acted immediately to rectify them to your satisfaction. Once again thank you for your feedback we really do appreciate it. Property Owner
Gill October 2021

“We had a wonderful time at Beckwood.”

The cottage is extremely well equipped with everything we needed as a family. It is positioned in a very quiet and peaceful area, with stunning views in all directions, especially at sunset. Our dog could run around the large enclosed garden safely, which was a bonus.The beds are all comfortable, as is the lounge with the log burner. We would definitely like to return, and are very grateful to the owners for making the cottage so homely... thank you!

- Gill, October 2021
Jeremy October 2021

“Very roomy comfortable and well kitted out house.”

Some of the outside is looking a little tired and in need of a coat of paint

- Jeremy, October 2021
Barney September 2021

“These are just things that need to be feed back but did not affect the stay.”

The double glass doors in the dining area can not be opened. The upstairs toilet seat slides around The fire extinguisher that should be in the kitchen is in the laundry room. Thanks for the place though, very nice place for

- Barney, September 2021
Rebecca July 2021

“The property was in a great location with stunning views.”

The house had everything you would ever need to use. The house was clean and had very comfy beds and seating. However, the massive downside was that there were no blinds in the downstairs windows, which meant the whole living space (kitchen,dining room & living room) was so hot it was like being a greenhouse/conservatory. Even though the property had many windows we could not open any of these as there were an excessive amount of flies, which within minutes would consume the whole house if a window or door were open. This made everything uncomfortably very hot. We would however love to stay again but would need to have blinds downstairs.

- Rebecca, July 2021
Alan July 2021

“Beckwood is a stunning location.”

Only 10 mins from Keswick but you feel as if you have The Lakes to yourself. The property is spacious, clean and very comfortable. Sykes were great and phoned on day 2 to make sure we were settled in well. All very highly recommended!

- Alan, July 2021
Sam July 2021

“We thought the Beckwood cottage was really quite wonderful.”

The cottage was very clean and had all the essentials for a relaxing stay. The area around the house was beautiful and it was centered in the middle of everything we wanted to see and do. I would recommend it to everyone. Thanks again, Sam

- Sam, July 2021
Sarah May 2021

“Had a lovely stay at Beckwood cottage.”

Spacious with lovely rooms and comfortable beds. 2 fridges is a great idea as quite a few people brought stuff. Beautiful views.

- Sarah, May 2021

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Summary

Four bedrooms: 1 x super-king-size with TV and en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x ground-floor double, 2 x twins
Bathroom with roll top bath, separate walk-in shower, basin and WC
Cloakroom with basin and WC
Kitchen/diner
Utility
Sitting room with woodburning stove
Oil fired underfloor heating and woodburning stove
Electric rangemaster oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, flat screen TV with Freeview, CD/DVD Player WiFi
Electric inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Travel cot and highchair available
Off-road parking for three cars
Enclosed lawned garden with patio and furniture
Shared lawn
Three well-behaved dogs welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 9.1 miles, pub 1 mile

The property

Beckwood is an attached barn conversion, which keeps the spacious charm of it's original lakeland barn but provides every contemporary convenience in an ideal location within the Lake District National Park for your holiday.

The large kitchen and dining area have spectacular views of the fells, and everything you need to cater for your family or group.

The snug lounge boasts a wood burning stove and views of Blencathra, where you can relax in front of the large TV with a glass of wine.

Four bedrooms accommodate up to eight people in style, comprising a super-king-size with TV and en-suite shower room, a ground-floor double, and two twins, all served by a sumptuous bathroom and a handy cloakroom downstairs.

Enjoy a relaxing summer’s afternoon in your own private garden, dining alfresco on the outdoor seating, looking out to plenty of lawn to play games.

The fields around usually have sheep or ponies and a wide variety of birds visit the feeders outside the sun lounge, with chickens providing delicious fresh eggs and a large fenced field is ideal for frisbee or chase with the dog.

All this and more make Beckwood an ideal location to enjoy the peace and tranquillity of the Lake District.

Note: This property can be booked with Ref: 1066762, together sleeping 10 guests.

Greenbank Farm Cottages

Positioned in the idyllic location of Troutbeck, lying north of Ullswater, in the Lake District National Park are these two delightful dwellings, Greenbank Farm Cottages. This stone-built barn conversion comprises of Beckwood, boasting four bedrooms and sleeping eight guests, and Glen Cottage, an adjoining one-bedroom retreat. The properties are ideal for families seeking a homely base for Lakes adventures, easily accessible from the M6, with plenty of friendly local pubs and restaurants within easy walking distance. Penrith and Keswick with their lively shops, bars and restaurants are both a short drive in either direction from the cottage, providing you with ample facilities to stock up on essentials and browse through dining options. Local attractions nearby include boat trips out on a Windermere Lake Cruise, the famous Theatre by the Lake, the Pencil Museum, Lake District Wildlife Park, and great hiking trails up Skiddaw and Catbells. Enjoy a hike up to Great Mell Fell which sits practically on the doorstep of the properties, or take a trip to Ullswater to see the unmissable Aira Force. Blencathra, Derwentwater and Hellvelyn are all within easy reach, and a scenic drive takes you over the spectacular Kirkstone Pass towards Ambleside and Windermere. Create unforgettable memories in the Lakes with your loved ones at Greenbank Farm Cottages.

About the location

KESWICK

Bassenthwaite 7 miles, Ullswater 16.6 miles; Cockermouth 13 miles.

The popular town of Keswick is the holiday centre of the North of the Lake District and has plenty to offer the visitor at any time of year. The town boasts numerous shops and restaurants to suit all tastes, as well as offering miniature golf, excellent parks, the famous Theatre by the Lake, a charming cinema, the Pencil Museum, a climbing wall, fishing and great mountain biking opportunities, whilst the beautiful lake of Derwentwater at the head of the stunning Borrowdale Valley is only a few minutes walk from the town centre. Nearby, between Braithwaite and Buttermere is the beautiful Newlands Valley, while picturesque Bassenthwaite Lake is well worth a visit. From a gentle countryside ramble to a challenging hike up Skiddaw or the famous Catbells, there really is something for everyone. Visit Castlerigg Stone Circle, the Jennings Brewery and Mirehouse, a grand house and gardens on the shores of the Bassenthwaite Lake, or take a fabulous boat trip around Derwentwater. With plenty of attractions for the kids, lovely parks and the nearby Lake District Wildlife Park this is a great Lakeland destination whatever the time of year.

This property offers the following short breaks:

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Beckwood

Troutbeck near Keswick, Cumbria & The Lake District (Ref. 1066761)

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Reviews & Ratings

“Beautiful property and location, with all you could need for a home away from home.”

“Our group was made up of 4 adults and 2 dogs, the area is not dog friendly.”

“Beautiful place clean and we'll equipped.”

“Beckwood is ideally situated with wonderful views from every window.”

“Beckwood is a very comfortable, clean, well appointed and homely property which accommodated our party of 6 adults, 2 children and a lively spaniel perfectly.”

“This house is in a great location for exploring this part of the lakes.”

“Really enjoyable relaxing stay at beckwood, great location.”

“The property itself was lovely but it was completely let down by the standard of the cleanliness which was very poor.”

“We had a wonderful time at Beckwood.”

“Very roomy comfortable and well kitted out house.”

“These are just things that need to be feed back but did not affect the stay.”

“The property was in a great location with stunning views.”

“Beckwood is a stunning location.”

“We thought the Beckwood cottage was really quite wonderful.”

“Had a lovely stay at Beckwood cottage.”

Summary

The property

Greenbank Farm Cottages

About the location

KESWICK