Bank End Lodge

Sleeps 10
Bedrooms 5
Bathrooms 3
Pets Yes
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Features

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

Reviews & Ratings

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Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities

* Based on a combined average customer score

37 Customer Review(s)

“The cottage was as described.”

However I think a floor plan would be handy. We had a part of 9 here from all ages, it was difficult to organise rooms without a floor plan provided as the bathrooms were need to be pointed out on the top and lower floor for out elderly family member who struggled with the stairs after having dinner in kitcken. The place could have been cleaner with covid. The description could have been clearer as it mentioned a high or cd player and dvds for us to watch, however, these items were removed due ...

However I think a floor plan would be handy. We had a part of 9 here from all ages, it was difficult to organise rooms without a floor plan provided as the bathrooms were need to be pointed out on the top and lower floor for out elderly family member who struggled with the stairs after having dinner in kitcken. The place could have been cleaner with covid. The description could have been clearer as it mentioned a high or cd player and dvds for us to watch, however, these items were removed due to covid but board games that could have been used by anyone were left. We took cds with us but no cd player which was very disappointing, if it was mentioned before hand we would have brought one. Over all with everything being said I had a great holiday and the views from the hot tub were amazing! I'd recommend but not to anyone taking an elderly family member due to toilet and bathroom issues only. The beds were comfy and the sofas. Maybe small cushions for the dining room chairs (slightly uncomfortable after a while). Thank you for a great stay!

- Mrs Fovargue, September 2021
Mrs Upton August 2021

“Loads of room, perfect for all of our family needs.”

We all had a great time even the dogs. Hot tubs views are amazing.

- Mrs Upton, August 2021
Mr Martin August 2021

“Lovely big lodge plenty of room, very clean and a nice garden with a great hot tub with fantastic views.”

Great place to stay if you cycle and want to ride hardknott pass.

- Mr Martin, August 2021
Mrs Shemwell August 2021

“With Covid 19 in mind.”

The cleanliness could have been better!

- Mrs Shemwell, August 2021
Mrs Chapman July 2021

“Lovely place great views”

- Mrs Chapman, July 2021
Mrs Freer July 2021

“Excellent location to access the Zoo, the Ravenglass railway and Lake Coniston and Windermere.”

Views from the hot tub were lovely.

- Mrs Freer, July 2021
Mr Marsh June 2021

“Super...”

...... Great cottage, Great weather, Great walks from the door, Great pub just a stroll away, Great location for Coniston activities, Great views from the Jacuzzi.....

- Mr Marsh, June 2021
Mrs Wathen May 2021

“Lodge was so clean and tidy everyone was so friendly.”

A short walk to the local pub fantastic food and so friendly .Only thing is local garage not open till late morning and closes early you just need to make sure you have everything you need.

- Mrs Wathen, May 2021
Mr Favell September 2020

“The place was fantastic and exactly what we expected for a nice getaway to the lakes.”

We did find it hard to find any routes for walking and had to travel by car to get to any type of attraction. Highly recommended.

- Mr Favell, September 2020
Mrs Mcgarry September 2020

“The lodge was really well equipped with everything you could need on a holiday and more, we all really enjoyed it, our only negative was the alarm in the kitchen i believe it was a heat alarm but was located right above the oven so us cooking breakfast each morning triggered it!”

Very small thing though in an overall really lovely place.

- Mrs Mcgarry, September 2020
Mrs Hood August 2020

“We visited as a family of 8, between 1 year and 53 years, both male and female.”

Staying a week, we were lucky enough to have fantastic weather. The house is well situated on a small hill, with super views. The gardens are nice and child friendly. Over all we found the house poorly maintained and it could have been cleaner. There were lots of cobwebs and the furniture is well worn. The kitchen has been very well used and its well past the stage that it should be upgraded. There was some Engagement confetti beside the TV unit, which I do not think was left there this month. When you sit on the upstairs toilet in the shower room, it slips to the side. General finishes around the showers, sinks and bath have mould and is coming away at parts. The hot tub or should I say the hot bath, is like other things in the house past its best. Only one jet works, which means its more like a hot bath than a hot tub/spa. The house is handy for all areas in the south of the Lake District, however, its a bit of a drive to Bowness and Windermere. The description mentions 15 minutes then 25 minutes, which may be achievable as the crow flies. However, on about three occasions the fastest it took us was 40 minutes.

- Mrs Hood, August 2020
Mrs Tait March 2020

“Beautiful location with amazing views.”

Gardens were lovely and beautifully kept. The cottage was very well equipped had everything you could think of. Hot tub was a lovely touch however only half of the jets worked which was a bit disappointing! Only thing I would recommend a hose outside to wash off the dogs after walks on wet days! Would totally recommend this cottage and we will certainly be back. Thank you so much.

- Mrs Tait, March 2020
Miss Hey January 2020

“We had a lovely time and loved the cottage, would definitely stay again.”

- Miss Hey, January 2020
Mrs Lambert January 2020

“Really good cottage.”

Very well equipped with good quality appliances. Exstremly clean. The hot tub made the weekend.This cottage is perfect for family celebrations and get togethers.plenty of space for the children and what was nice was a good selection of childrens books for them to read.

- Mrs Lambert, January 2020
Miss Kay December 2019

“We really enjoyed our stay at bank end lodge.”

It really was home from home. It had everything you needed. We really appreciated the fresh bunch of flowers in a varse on arrival and the Christmas tree and decorations which made it extra special as we went over Christmas period and new year. The location was fantastic for local walks / runs and there was a pub in walking distance that also serves food. The hot tub was amazing especially after a long walk. The views around the cottage was breath taking. Caint wait to come back.

- Miss Kay, December 2019
Mrs White November 2019

“Amazing place”

- Mrs White, November 2019
Mr Rostron November 2019

“Fantastic lodge, definitely coming back again!”

- Mr Rostron, November 2019
Mr Ketley August 2019

“Lovely house for a great family holiday.”

- Mr Ketley, August 2019
Mr Heaven July 2019

“The cottage was lovely, really clean, modern and had everything we needed and more!”

The hot tub was brilliant and the views were amazing, the local pub had plenty of choice and the accommodation was central to all local places (Conniston, Ulverston, Windermere etc) Emma was very helpful and helped putting up banners for us prior to our arrival for a family members Birthday, already thinking of booking again absolutely brilliant time had by all.

- Mr Heaven, July 2019
Mrs Wallace June 2019

“Lovely view from hot tub, very clean facilities.”

Perhaps a few extras in the kitchen would be good, no condiments , salt , pepper, sugar etc , no cling film or bags, or kitchen roll remnant which would very helpful. I did take my own kitchen roll but I do find that most places have these as standard. Tea and coffee welcome pack very basic indeed, did not include any sugar and were of the standard of pub rooms. Shower over bath very temperamental and on occasion would not turn on .

- Mrs Wallace, June 2019
Mr Morris June 2019

“From the ease of booking at the start, the amount of information provided and the property being exceptional, it was a pleasurable experience throughout.”

Will definitely be recommending and using Sykes again.

- Mr Morris, June 2019
Mrs Wiggan June 2019

“The house was lovely, but may be would be better if there were single beds in each room, as we were all girls, some people didn’t like sharing a bed, so we did have to take blow up matteresses.”

Lovely views, lovely hot tub very clean, may be a toilet by itself would be handy also

- Mrs Wiggan, June 2019
Mrs Powell June 2019

“The cottage was amazing but I really needed peace and quit in the pictures it looks like one cottage but in fact its two there is a wall between the gardens so really need to update pictures there is a Jacuzzi in the other cottage that the group next to us was still using it at 3.”

30am in the morning plus playing football at 10pm they had no thought for anyone I suggest putting a notice up about having thoughts for others ... I never took my hair dryer but the owner was so helpful and lent me hers really great full. we where just unlucky with that group it has fantastic views the local put is lovely great place. Please update pictures.

- Mrs Powell, June 2019
Mrs Pheiffer May 2019

“The cottage was lovely and set in beautiful surroundings.”

- Mrs Pheiffer, May 2019
Mrs Balmforth May 2019

“Beautiful setting.”

House very well equipped. Safe for dogs and young children. Garden lovely and well kept.

- Mrs Balmforth, May 2019
Miss Bearton May 2019

“House was beautiful and spotless.”

Views are amazing. The gardens are lovely and secure. Good to know if you have young children/pets. The house had every thing we needed and more. Toys for children and board games/dvds. Hot tub was fab. I would highly recommend this house for a holiday and am looking forward to booking it again for next year. Lovely time had by all.

- Miss Bearton, May 2019
Mrs Wood April 2019

“Great house really well stocked and it was very comfortable.”

There was 8 of us and it was perfect for us. Hot tub was amamzing and the views were stunning. The caretakers were really friendly and kept everything really clean and tidy. I would say that the top room has a beautiful dorms window, but could do with a blind.

- Mrs Wood, April 2019
Mrs Lomax April 2019

“Ten of us holidayed as a family to celebrate our 50th Wedding Anniversary, including our dogs.”

Very spacious and comfortable accommodation with the added bonus of the hot tub which was enjoyed by the younger members of the family. Plenty of outside space ideal for children and dogs. Really enjoyed our stay. Found the owners very accommodating, thank you.

- Mrs Lomax, April 2019
Mrs Bevan March 2019

“Lovely comfortable well equiped and spacious cottage.”

Ideal for families, was well equiped for children. Good location, the local pub was friendly and we had a good lunch there. Relaxing in the hot tub with a great view was bliss!

- Mrs Bevan, March 2019
Mrs Green February 2019

“This lodge is perfectly equipped with all your home form home essentials, the hot tub is great after a days walking in the fells, there is a pub 5 mins walk away that sells food and the petrol staton is handy as it sells every day items like milk and bread, also there is a Chinese take a way 10 mins drive away in Askam.”

Coniston is about a 20 minute drive and Ambleside 30 mins away. Perfect place to stay in the southern Lake District.

- Mrs Green, February 2019
Mr Dent January 2019

“Had a fantastic weekend break,Friday to Monday,,the property was everything it promised to be.”

The 5-10 minute walk to the only pub in the village(but who needs a choice) was a little daunting when dark but with the torches on our phones only added to the adventure,,upon reaching the Greyhound public house you are greeted by the most wonderful people who are just pleased to help and make your visit a memorable one,,the food is fantastic and their company is better...will definitely be revisiting.. Thank you Sykes Cottages,owners/caretakers of the Lodge and all at the Greyhound Pub..

- Mr Dent, January 2019
Mrs Dillon January 2019

“It was my 60th Birthday celebration, Bank Lodge was fabulous it meant all the family could be together, the hot tub kept the children occupied and let the adults relax, I could not have wished for more it was perfect.”

- Mrs Dillon, January 2019
Mrs Hawtin December 2018

“Excellent property, owners were brilliant freindly helpful, property clean, hot ...”

Excellent property, owners were brilliant freindly helpful, property clean, hot tub excellent thoroughly enjoyed holiday with freinds and family celebrating our 60th birthdays x

- Mrs Hawtin, December 2018
Miss Boardman September 2018

“Fantastic”

- Miss Boardman, September 2018
Mrs Perkin August 2018

“This was an amazing holiday it was everything and more than what we expected.”

The accommodation was perfect the facilities were more than what we expected in a great location with stunning views Thanks to all for making our perfect family holiday, we would highly recommend this accommodation to all. The Perkin Family.

- Mrs Perkin, August 2018
Mrs Simpson June 2018

“There is some road noise due to the position of the cottage which I think should be mentioned.”

Otherwise it was perfect and we had a great holiday.

- Mrs Simpson, June 2018
Mr Friar March 2018

“Excellent, spacious cottage fitting 8 adults / 1 child and 3 dogs comfortably.”

Also with parking large enough for 4 Land Rovers! Hot Tube made an excellent addition to the weekend to relax in on the Saturday night. Great location with easy access from the M6 and only a short drive up into the Lake District.

- Mr Friar, March 2018
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The property

Bank End Lodge is a characterful barn conversion which has been converted to a high standard.

Sleeping 10 it is sure to appeal to groups of friends or families wishing to holiday together.

The property has a HOT TUB which is ideal to relax in after a days climbing or sightseeing. Grizebeck sits on the road from Newby Bridge to the Duddon Estuary and is located 6 miles south of Coniston Water and within a 15 minute drive of Lake Windermere, Grange Over Sands, Cartmel and Morecambe Bay.

The South Lakes Animal Park, Holker Hall, Levens Hall and Lakeside, where you can enjoy a cruise on Lake Windermere getting off at many popular villages along the way, are all close by to entertain the family. Bank End Lodge has been converted to a high standard, with an enclosed garden, screened by Lakeland stone walling but open to provide a superb view across the garden to Kirkby fells beyond. The lodge is heated by night storage heaters and panel heaters in the bedrooms and comprises: Lounge with beamed ceiling and superb views to the Kirkby Fells, fireplace with electric coal effect fire, 4 leather sofas, smart TV, DVD player and a selection of DVDs L-shaped dining/kitchen with double cooker and halogen hob, American style fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher and dining table seating 10. Stairs lead to the lower ground floor: Double bedroom with king size bed, TV and DVD player, beamed ceiling and sofa with views to the Kirkby fells. Double bedroom with beamed ceilings. Bathroom with large shower cubicle, hand basin and WC. Utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer. Door leading to the garden with bespoke slate seating area with views to the fells. The Lodge has a private enclosed garden, and a further shared fenced garden with the next door cottage, for games and access to pond area beyond.

Summary

Accommodation over three floors
Five bedrooms: Lower Ground Floor: 1x king size double; 1x double; 1x shower, hand basin and WC; Utility
Ground floor kitchen/diner and living room
Ground Floor: Lounge; Open plan kitchen/dining room
First floor: 1x king size double; 1x twin (can be made into a super king upon request); 1x twin; 1x showers, hand basin and WC; 1 Bathroom with shower over bath with hand basin and WC.
Night storage and panel heaters, electric coal effect fire
Range cooker and halogen hob, American style fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer
Smart TV and DVD player with selection of DVDs
Electricity included
Bed linen and towels provided
2 cots, 2 highchairs and stair gates available on request
Off-road parking for 4 cars
Enclosed garden with feature slate seating area and hot tub with views to the fells
Further shared fenced garden with the next door cottage, for games and access to pond area beyond
Dogs welcome
Pub within walking distance
Countryside walks in the area
Basic welcome pack provided including tea, coffee and sugar, one toilet roll per toilet, hand soap per toilet, two dishing washing tablets and washing up liquid, two tea towels and two hand towels for the kitchen
Coniston and Windermere 15 minutes
Note: This property does not allow electric/hybrid cars to be charged at the property

About the location

GRIZEBECK

Kirkby-in-Furness 2 miles; Ulverston 6.7 miles; Coniston 10.8 miles; Windermere 19.4 miles.

Grizebeck is set on the border of the Lake District National Park with spectacular panoramic views of the Duddon Estuary, Furness Fells and the Coniston mountains. Grizebeck is set in pretty countryside and superb for those wanting to spend some time away from it all. In the village there is a pub serving local brews and evening meals , the local garage has a small shop ideal for essentials. A few minutes’ drive takes you to the village of Kirkby-in-Furness which is home to a general store and two pubs as well as a railway station. East of Kirkby-in-Furness takes you to the market town of Ulverston, which is well known for its street markets and festivals at different times of the year. A few minutes’ drive will also take you to Broughton-in-Furness which has three pubs, Beswicks Restaurant, a bakery, two cafés, deli, butchers, Post Office and Tourist Information. Coniston is a 20 minute drive and Windermere is 25 minutes' drive away if you want to take part in some Lakeland activities. Grizebeck is ideally placed for visiting a variety of the Lake District attractions including the South Lakes Animal Park near Dalton, Dalton Castle, Muncaster Castle and the Ravenglass Railway.

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Reviews & Ratings

“The cottage was as described.”

“Loads of room, perfect for all of our family needs.”

“Lovely big lodge plenty of room, very clean and a nice garden with a great hot tub with fantastic views.”

“With Covid 19 in mind.”

“Lovely place great views”

“Excellent location to access the Zoo, the Ravenglass railway and Lake Coniston and Windermere.”

“Super...”

“Lodge was so clean and tidy everyone was so friendly.”

“The place was fantastic and exactly what we expected for a nice getaway to the lakes.”

“The lodge was really well equipped with everything you could need on a holiday and more, we all really enjoyed it, our only negative was the alarm in the kitchen i believe it was a heat alarm but was located right above the oven so us cooking breakfast each morning triggered it!”

“We visited as a family of 8, between 1 year and 53 years, both male and female.”

“Beautiful location with amazing views.”

“We had a lovely time and loved the cottage, would definitely stay again.”

“Really good cottage.”

“We really enjoyed our stay at bank end lodge.”

“Amazing place”

“Fantastic lodge, definitely coming back again!”

“Lovely house for a great family holiday.”

“The cottage was lovely, really clean, modern and had everything we needed and more!”

“Lovely view from hot tub, very clean facilities.”

“From the ease of booking at the start, the amount of information provided and the property being exceptional, it was a pleasurable experience throughout.”

“The house was lovely, but may be would be better if there were single beds in each room, as we were all girls, some people didn’t like sharing a bed, so we did have to take blow up matteresses.”

“The cottage was amazing but I really needed peace and quit in the pictures it looks like one cottage but in fact its two there is a wall between the gardens so really need to update pictures there is a Jacuzzi in the other cottage that the group next to us was still using it at 3.”

“The cottage was lovely and set in beautiful surroundings.”

“Beautiful setting.”

“House was beautiful and spotless.”

“Great house really well stocked and it was very comfortable.”

“Ten of us holidayed as a family to celebrate our 50th Wedding Anniversary, including our dogs.”

“Lovely comfortable well equiped and spacious cottage.”

“Had a fantastic weekend break,Friday to Monday,,the property was everything it promised to be.”

“It was my 60th Birthday celebration, Bank Lodge was fabulous it meant all the family could be together, the hot tub kept the children occupied and let the adults relax, I could not have wished for more it was perfect.”

“Excellent property, owners were brilliant freindly helpful, property clean, hot ...”

“Fantastic”

“This was an amazing holiday it was everything and more than what we expected.”

“There is some road noise due to the position of the cottage which I think should be mentioned.”

“Excellent, spacious cottage fitting 8 adults / 1 child and 3 dogs comfortably.”

The property

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About the location

GRIZEBECK