Sykes rating
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Sleeps 6
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Bedrooms 3
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Bathrooms 2
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Pets No
Features
- Off road parking
- Ground floor accommodation
- Ground floor bedroom
- Open fire
- Garden / Patio
- Cot available
- Highchair available
- Pub/shop < 1 mile
- Washing machine
- Dishwasher
- Broadband / WiFi
Reviews
16 Customer Review(s)
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Nicholas 
“The accommodation was good but there was a building site next to it.”
There was no mention by Sykes of holiday caravans on the site. Sykes were poor in the customer service during the Covid epidemic. There was no planning to deal with booked holidays. I tried to move our holiday and your website didn’t have available dates for the following year. I had to contact the accommodation to make arrangements which Sykes eventually confirmed. Sykes never offered a refund. Given the impact of Covid, I think Sykes is a cynical company with pecuniary priorities rather ...
There was no mention by Sykes of holiday caravans on the site. Sykes were poor in the customer service during the Covid epidemic. There was no planning to deal with booked holidays. I tried to move our holiday and your website didn’t have available dates for the following year. I had to contact the accommodation to make arrangements which Sykes eventually confirmed. Sykes never offered a refund. Given the impact of Covid, I think Sykes is a cynical company with pecuniary priorities rather then customer care. I won’t be using you again. The arrangements for getting the key code were poor. Sykes were more interested in getting the housekeeping bond. We had no I text telling us the key code. I had to ring the owners. Regarding making up of beds, the number of beds was wrongly offered. We we were offered a double and 2 singles not 2 doubles and 2 singles. We had to arrange with the owners to get bedding for the second double bed. Repairs to underneath of single beds was hanging down. Not enough dishwasher tablets. Accommodation was tired and needs refreshing.
- Nicholas, May 2021 -
Amanda “Really lovely cottage with excellent views.”
Very clean and tidy and beautifully done
- Amanda, September 2020 Tiffany “We had a fantastic week at Swallows Barn, and with 3 older teens and a younger one its hard to please everyone, but it had everything we needed and was comfortable and cosy even in these times of covid related measures.”
We did take some blankets for the sofas as we like that kind of thing, and some games as they have had to remove them. The showers were great and just what you need after a day enjoying The Lakes in the rain, the beds were so comfortable as well we slept like logs. Darren and Lynn from next door were a godsend for local knowledge and also thoroughly nice people. We spent so much time just taking in the views and listening to the sheep we didn't get time to pick up our books! If you need a base for exploring the area you won't go far wrong with Swallows Barn!
- Tiffany, August 2020 Helen “Beautiful location.”
Lovely clean and high standard accommodation, loads of space and very comfortable beds. Easy access to all the usual Lake District activities: cycling, walking, water. Only thing missing was some cooking pots big enough to feed 6 people.
- Helen, August 2020 Richard “Been here 3 times now always extremely happy lovely place”
- Richard, October 2019 Ron “Lovely place to stay .”
. well recommended .. of all the years visiting the Lake District this has to be the best stay at Swallows Barn
- Ron, June 2019 Philip “Listing said that the barn was 5 minutes walk from a pub and shop.”
We walked to what we thought was the closest and it took about 25 minutes at a reasonable pace. Also towels could be hired at reception but were included at the barn. However, we had a great holiday and the barn was very comfortable and we had no negative comments about it.
- Philip, June 2019 Vivien “Everything was pretty wonderful.”
A few things that could make the experience truly exceptional, not just wonderful. 1. The girls at Park Foot gave us the wrong keys. We arrived late on Sunday night and if it weren’t for Darren who lives next door to the property we would not have been able to get in. 2. It would be truly great if you were to provide : soap in the bathrooms, even just a tiny liquid soap. This is always such a nice touch 3. Salt and pepper would have been great. I realise that these are tiny, tiny things (apart from the key) but it is such an exceptional space that those small details would make the difference for us. It was stunning though and he location is quite exceptional
- Vivien, March 2019 Julie “The cottage was great.”
Full of character and beautiful views. The beds we're comfy and we had the most relaxing time Heating was excellent and the amenities were Fine A few little disappointments The sofa's were uncomfortable and had seen better days and the cleaning could have been better, but all in all we were very happy and would go again
- Julie, January 2019 R “Whilst we generally had a very good experience of Swallow'sBarn, there were one or two minor things.”
There was no small paring knife in the kitchen drawer, only large knives not suitable for peeling etc. The shower in the separate bathroom would suddenly run very hot and then very cold, which might be a problem for a child. Some information leaflets about what there was to see and do in the local area would have been useful. Otherwise it was fine. The beds were comfortable, which is always a bonus when sleeping away from home.
- R, September 2018 Susanne “Amazing cottage , friendly neighbours, good location .”
I would book there again
- Susanne, August 2018 Rita “Fabulous place, superb views, we loved our stay here, the location was perfect for what we wanted.”
The neighbours were lovely & helpful. Slightly lower on cleanliness due to some cobwebs, otherwise great.
- Rita, June 2018 Stephen “Cottage on the whole is well presented and the barn conversion is very well done.”
One niggle is that the patio is accessed through the second bedroom. The cottage was like an oven when we arrived, turning down the underfloor heating takes a long time to have any effect, so the first night was very uncomfortable in the en-suite bedroom. Was annoyed on check-in (at the holiday camp a mile away from the cottage) to be expected to sign away £50 against damages, to find damaged furniture and window blinds when we got to the cottage. When I booked this deposit wasn't shown on the website, though I see it is now. Never been asked to do this at any other cottage. More than a week after leaving and I'm still waiting for the credit refund. Finally, the stair carpet is worn and can be slippery in the wrong shoes, as I found out to my cost.
- Stephen, June 2018 Michael “Wow, this was a lovely cottage to stay in.”
Spacious and furnished to a high standard. Wonderful views. Patio is a lovely sun trap, with breathtaking views of the surrounding hills. Would love to stay here again. The upside down nature of the accommodation added a level of novelty too. One niggle was that the bedroom with en-suite was a little too hot and didn't seem to respond to the heating control - to be fair, we didn't raise it with the staff at the time.
- Michael, April 2018 Nick “Swallow Bank was great, and Darren couldn't have been more helpful when the snow hit.”
Two small points, the towels went from being included at booking to having to be hired, this issue was however sorted with Sykes cottages, and, the fact that a credit card is required for damage security should have been stated on the website.
- Nick, February 2018 Patricia “Listing said that towels were included.”
On arrival we found that there were no towels provided. When we went back to Park Foot Holiday Park reception, we were told that there was a £10 charge for two bundles of towels, which we had to pay and would be obliged if you could refund this a.s.a.p. The listing also stated that a pub and shop were within a 5 minute walk. These were on the holiday park and as it was out of season, they were both closed. The nearest were nearly 2 miles away down a road which was not safe to walk, especially at night. You need to state this on your website that these facilities are unavailable out of season. Apart from this, the property is beautiful and comfortable. In a beautiful part of the country with views of Ullswater.
- Patricia, February 2018 The property
Being only 400 yards from Lake Ullswater, midway between Howtown and Pooley Bridge this barn conversion has been furnished and equipped to a high standard retaining a number of original features including magnificent cruick beams, exposed stonework and wood doors. Located midway between Howtown and Pooley Bridge, Swallows Barn is 400 yards from Ullswater lake shore, in a quieter area away from the tourist hot spots of the northern Lakes.
Being at the foot of Barton Fell and High Street and surrounded by lakeland fells and views over the lake to Helvellyn and Martindale Fells it is ideal for exploring.
The Ullswater Steamer will collect you from Howtown and ferry you across the lake to Glenridding where you can explore the western shores, meander back to Howtown following the shoreline and stop off at one of the many traditional pubs serving local food and ale providing welcome refreshment on route.
The renowned Sharrow Bay Hotel is a five minute walk and provides the perfect setting for any special occasion. Swallows Barn is a lovingly converted barn with an abundance of original features including exposed timber beams including magnificent cruick beams, solid wood doors and stonework.
The barn is in a courtyard at Seat Farm which is 400 yards from the lake shore and opposite the Ullswater Yacht Club.
With two bedrooms and bathrooms the cottage is ideal for two couples holidaying together and is furnished and equipped to an extremely high standard.Bar and restaurant is open weekends from Easter to Spring Bank Holidays then fully open every day until September.
Weekends only during October.
During the summer season entertainment is laid on with children's discos, live entertainment, licensed bar and beer garden, during the summer school holidays a children's club is operated and there is a restaurant with take away service available The property is 'upside down style', has under floor heating and radiators and comprises: Master double bedroom with en-suite shower room with hand basin and WC. Double bedroom. Twin bedroom with patio doors to the enclosed patio. Bathroom with bath, shower cubicle, hand basin and WC. Steps up to the dining/kitchen with beams, electric oven and hob, fridge, freezer, dishwasher and microwave. First floor: Lounge with TV, DVD player, CD radio, exposed cruick beams, electric stove and views to the lake. All electric, bed linen included. Travel cot (bedding not supplied) and highchair available. Towels can be hired at reception upon arrival. Private parking for 1 car. Enclosed patio with garden furniture. Guests are welcome to use the facilities at Pooley Bridge Holiday Park with a shop, bar and restaurant Wi-Fi available. Please note: A pre-authorised £50 refundable good housekeeping bond is payable on arrival at Park Foot Holiday Park.
Summary
- Upside down barn conversion
- Ground floor 2 bedrooms: 1 x master double bedroom with en-suite shower room with hand basin and WC; 1 x double bedroom with access to 1 x bathroom with bath, shower cubicle, hand basin and WC
- Twin bedroom .Small seating area
- Upstairs: Dining kitchen, large open plan living room.
- Underfloor heating
- Electric oven and hob, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, microwave, TV, DVD player, CD radio, WiFi
- Electricity included
- Bed linen included
- Travel cot (bedding not supplied) and highchair available
- Towels provided
- Off road parking for 1 car
- Private patio with garden furniture
- Sorry, no pets and no smoking
- Shop and pub 1 mile
- Clubhouse which hosts entertainment 1 mile away
- Lake 5 mins walk. Please note: A pre-authorised £50 refundable good housekeeping bond is payable on arrival at Park Foot Holiday Park. Note: The Holiday Park is shut between Mid-November and Mid-March.
About the location
POOLEY BRIDGE
Penrith 6 miles.
The picturesque village of Pooley Bridge sits on the northerly edge of Lake Ullswater in the Lake District National Park. The name Pooley came to be due to the forming of a large pool, which was left by the fast flowing River Eamont, and the word Bridge was later added when a bridge, which is now 250 years old, was built over the river. Pooley Bridge has many traditional inns and tempting tea rooms, plus the Ullswater Steamers depart from the village, from where a tranquil cruise down the lake to the villages of Glenridding and Howtown can be enjoyed. There are numerous walks with breathtaking views nearby, plus a short walk up to Dunmallard Hill reveals fascinating Iron-Age remains, whilst the towns of Penrith and Keswick are within driving distance. Pooley Bridge is an ideal base for a cottage holiday stay in the stunning Lake District.
Note: The Holiday Park is shut between Mid-November and Mid-March.
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