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Old Bakers Cottage

Grasmere, Cumbria & The Lake District (Ref. 972229)

4.3

Lakelovers rating

  • 4 Guests

  • 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 Bathrooms

  • Pets No

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Features

  • Off road parking
  • Ground floor accommodation
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Garden / Patio
  • Cot available
  • Pub/shop < 1 mile
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

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28 Customer Review(s)

  • Janice

    “The water in the cottage smelled and tasted awful.”

    We compared to the cottage next door and their’s was fine. We were not able to drink it. Very disappointed with the response from Sykes. They did deliver 15L of water and apparently someone visited the cottage and said it was ok when it was not. The problem persisted and Sykes failed to call us back despite advising that they would on more than one occasion. We managed the week with bottled water but not ideal. We’ve stayed in this cottage before and never previously had a problem. Cottage ...

    We compared to the cottage next door and their’s was fine. We were not able to drink it. Very disappointed with the response from Sykes. They did deliver 15L of water and apparently someone visited the cottage and said it was ok when it was not. The problem persisted and Sykes failed to call us back despite advising that they would on more than one occasion. We managed the week with bottled water but not ideal. We’ve stayed in this cottage before and never previously had a problem. Cottage also suffering from damp with black mould on bedroom wall although appreciate this is an old cottage and this may be difficult to manage.

    - Janice, October 2023

    We are very sorry to hear of the issue you had with the water in Old Bakers Cottage during your stay. We have spoken to Sykes who assure us their maintenance team checked the water and found it clear and drinkable but supplied you with bottled water for your reassurance. It is a mains water supply and we believe there may have been some roadworks nearby which affected the water temporarily as there has never been a problem before I’m sure you can appreciate this was something out of our control and hope it did not spoil your return to Old Bakers Cottage. David and Julia , the owners Dear Janice, We are sorry for this issues you faced at the cottage, when we visited during your stay, we found the water clarity and taste to be fine, but left you with a 25lt drum of drinking water for peace of mind. We will continue to monitor this to ensure the issue remains an isolated incident. Kind Regards, Lakelovers Team Property Owner

Summary

  • All ground floor
  • Two bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite bath, separate shower, basin and WC, 1 x king-size double (zip/link, can be twin on request) with en-suite shower, basin and WC
  • Sitting room with dining area with electric fire
  • Utility
  • Kitchen
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer and dishwasher
  • Electric heating with electric fire
  • TV with Freeview
  • WiFi
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Permit parking for 1 car
  • Courtyard with table and chairs
  • Travel cot available
  • Sorry, no pets and no smoking
  • Shop and pub - 3 minute walk

The property

This cosy and characterful ground floor cottage sleeping 4 with 2 bedrooms and 2 bathrooms has recently been refurbished and is ideally located in the centre of the popular village of Grasmere, making it an ideal retreat for families and couples alike. Grasmere is internationally acclaimed not only for its Wordsworth connections but also as it sits at the northern tip of the lake with the fells towering above in the most stunning scenery imaginable. It is a walkers haven with low and high walks available in all directions. A wide selection of tea rooms, restaurants and traditional village inns and a range of local shops including the world famous gingerbread shop and Heaton Cooper Art Gallery help to make this a popular destination at any time of the year. Old Bakers Cottage is a cosy characterful cottage tucked away just off the centre of Grasmere. It was once a bakery serving the village, but is now an ideal honeymoon cottage. Situated on the ground floor below Bakers Rest, the cottage is ideal for families or couples looking for accommodation on one level.

Baker's Cottages

A couple of immaculately decorated properties both in the same beautiful, stone-built cottage in the stunning village of Grasmere in Cumbria. The cottage is set in the heart of the village and is over three floors, providing a ground floor flat and a two-storey maisonette. Both properties are charming and pristine, boasting comfortable living areas with electric fires, well-appointed kitchens, sumptuous bedrooms each with en-suite facilities, WiFi and astonishing views towards Helm Crag. Old Baker's Cottage on the ground floor boasts its own private patio area with seating, whilst the top floor of Baker's Rest Cottage is under the eaves and provides a velux window with fantastic views. The amenities of Grasmere come less than a stones' throw away, the village offers a fair selection of inns, cafés and shops to enjoy at your leisure. If you are feeling more active and adventurous, explore what else the Lake District has to offer, whether it be walking, cycling, lake cruises, watersports or stunning buildings and history, this National Park has it all! A couple of stunning properties in the centre of a wonderful countryside village.

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About the location

GRASMERE

Ambleside 5 miles; Windermere 9 miles; Keswick 13 miles.

Situated in the heart of the Lake District National Park is the lovely village of Grasmere, probably best known as the home of William Wordsworth, a place he once described as "The most loveliest spot that man hath found". Any visit to Grasmere needs to include The Grasmere Gingerbread shop, where the Wilson family has been making gingerbread for over 60 years. Also in the village are a number of shops, pubs, a church which dates back to the 13th century, and Grasmere Lake. Grasmere Sports takes place every August, where you can watch participants compete in a variety of sports, including Cumberland wrestling. Just five miles away is the town of Ambleside and Lake Winderemere where you will find shops, pubs, restaurants and the 17th century Bridge House, which is one of the most photographed buildings in the Lake District. Cruises, boat trips and watersports can all be enjoyed on Lake Windermere, and the towns of Windermere and Keswick are also within driving distance. Grasmere is a wonderful base for your Lake District retreat.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Christmas