Stonethwaite Cottage

Rating
Sleeps 7
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 2
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Open fire
Smoke-free
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

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* Based on a combined average customer score over the last 3 months

21 Customer Review(s)

“This cottage was beautifully set and had everything we needed the owners were friendly but not overbearing, we were really pleased and had a great time.”

The only thing that I would change would be the mattress on the en suite double bed, it was really hard and is dome shaped in the middle, making it very uncomfortable. Other than that it was perfect, we would definitely stay again and friends that visited us, expressed their interest too! Thank you.

The only thing that I would change would be the mattress on the en suite double bed, it was really hard and is dome shaped in the middle, making it very uncomfortable. Other than that it was perfect, we would definitely stay again and friends that visited us, expressed their interest too! Thank you.

- Mrs Lewis, October 2019
“Only two things the first the beds are very hard and secondly the controls for the heating are in the owners home.”

- Mrs Lawson, October 2019
“This was our second visit to this great cottage, with excellent walking/rambling and climbing nearby.”

The owner Nick is very friendly and helpful even though he is a full time farmer. Pub is close and very nice! Only drawback if this is important to you is there is no bath to soak your aching bones in and washing machine is with the owner so best not to rely on that. Excellent value for money!

- Ms Dodd, September 2019
“Wifi only works intermittently and only in a couple of 'sweet spots' no mobile signal at all so perfect if you want to get away from it all but not so great if you hope to get a spot of work done or check the weather forecast.”

The cottage is very well stocked with everything you could need and in a beautiful location. Ideal for a walking holiday. Local pub has great meals. the tap water was very peaty and we resorted to bottled water but that may have been a result of the heavy rain at the start of our stay. Never met the owners and had to guess where the key was which was rather unsettling after a 9 hour journey from Eastbourne.

- Mrs Dowle, August 2019

Thank you for your feedback. I did try to call you the day before you arrived to give you the key collection details as I had not heard from you. I left a voicemail and also told Sykes where the key would be in case you called them. We do ask that you call 48 hours before your stay in case we are busy on the farm. I am sorry the water was discoloured; this was due to the heavy rain as you say but it is safe and is checked every 6 months by the council. The WiFi does only work in parts of the cottage so we have now added a note about this to match the existing note about the mobile signal. We hope you had a lovely stay otherwise. Owner relations
“Great location.”

Comfortable and clean. Off road parking. WIFI was not freely accessible throughout the cottage, so was dependent on where you were - but this is a minor point. Great nearby pub.

- Miss Keating, June 2019
“Excellent location for walking from the cottage, great pub just a couple of doors away, property well kept and very comfortable.”

Enjoyed the welcome pack of wine and eggs!

- Mr Ball, June 2019
“WiFi only available in bedroom 4 and family bathroom, the cottage would benefit from a WiFi booster.”

- Mr Hay, April 2019
“Perfect location for walking group and a warm comfy base to go back to each night.”

The kitchen was really well equipped and has a gas cooker which is often a rarity in rented cottages . The owner Nick was very welcoming and helpful. Stonethwaite is a delightful place. It is a bit isolated but being next to the Langstrath inn and opposite a little cafe more than compensated. Keswick was only 7 miles away for the one rainy day we did have. Borrowdale is one of the highlights of the Lakes and this village is set in the heart of it . Our main target was Great Gable which is very accessible from where we were staying but we also did the short drive to Buttermere to do Haystacks. The local walks of Great Crag and Castle Crag are also both really enjoyable and a contrast to the higher peaks. We enjoyed our stay very much.

- Mr Goff, March 2019
“Owner helpful and friendly.”

Brilliant place

- Ms Davies, March 2019
“Loved the cottage, in a great location, you can walk Scafell Pike from the door.”

Next to a fantastic pub that serves lovely food (but check opening as it closed over Christmas and Jan). Cottage was comfortable and warm. Owner was very friendly and relaxed. Would recommend to others!

- Ms Whitehead, February 2019
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- Mr Crawshaw, February 2019
“Perfectly placed for walkers, drinkers, or both”

A charming cottage in the back-of-beyond. Just what was required over a festive Christmas break. The kitchen's facilities were more than sufficient for us to comfortably prepare a Christmas meal for 5. A short walk along the beck to Rossthwaite and we were able to get a lovely meal and some fine beer in the Riverside pub. I did find it difficult to get comfortable in the bed in Room 1. And for those in need of WiFi (why this would be required I am not sure) may find it difficult to get a signal in those areas not adjacent to the adjoining farmhouse.

- FishyFrog, January 2019
“This is a beautiful, peaceful part of the Lakes.”

You can walk from the door. Not that it bothered us, but there are no mobile phone signals at the cottage. Cottage cosy Our host friendly and helpful

- Mrs Wales, December 2018
“A lovely property, in an idyllic location, let down by extremely uncomfortable beds.”

- Mr Wyatt, December 2018

Thank you for your feedback. The owner has advised that he has checked the beds himself and as they are divan beds he noticed that they have come undone, it is this why you may have struggled with the beds. He hope this didn't spoil your overall stay at Stonewaite Cottage and looks forward to seeing you again soon. Owner relations
“We thoroughly enjoyed our long weekend at Stonethwaite Cottage despite the stormy weather.”

The house is very comfortable with a cosy living room, the kitchen was well equipped to make a roast dinner and our host has very kindly prepared everything for making a fire. I would definitely recommend the cottage to anyone either as a great starting place for hikes or for staying in and enjoying each other's company.

- Miss Szilagyi, November 2018
“Stonethwaite cottage was warm, comfortable and well equipped.”

The owner was friendly and helpful. The walking was a great mixture of tough and gentle. Perfect week!

- Ms Dodd, August 2018
“As we drove in it looked like a scrap yard with discarded cans littering walls and yard.”

Mounds of dog excrement greeted us upon arrival and continued to appear for 5 days! No welcome pack, no instructions whatsoever on use of boiler/heating/tv/kitchen appliances and so on Dirty cooker and frying pans Considerable water leak from kitchen tap Bed springs clearly through on both double beds Boiler failed, no heating Owner not available (away for first 5 days)

- Mr Pearse, August 2018
“The landlord was very welcoming and helpful, including providing access to the washing machine (which is not within the rented property).”

A great property for exploring the Lakes in a wonderful location.

- Ms Southern, July 2018
“Very pretty cottage in beautiful surroundings.”

Friendly helpful owner. Thank you.

- Mrs Grant, April 2018
“Had a wonderful time at Stonethwaite Cottage.”

Cottage was just what I was looking for with wooden beams and log fire. Nick greeted us with two bottles of wine and The Langstrath Pub was almost on the doorstep! Would definitely recommend this cottage in its lovely setting to anyone who is looking for a 'get away from it all' holiday.

- Ms Armour, March 2018
“Fabulous location for true Lakes experience.”

Excellent heating (and it was -5oC outside overnight when we stayed), clean, and all the necessary facilities for a comfortable stay plus cracking value for money. Well sized for a party of 6 adults and a dog. Traditional farmhouse on working farm - so be warned, the farmer's working dogs are kept in a shed near the rear door and will bark when you disturb them. Nice local pub 50 yards away, good tasty food, but as warned 'a bit on the pricey side'.

- Mr Farrar, February 2018
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The property

This quaint, semi-detached cottage is situated on a traditional hill farm in the little hamlet of Stonethwaite, close to Rosthwaite, in the popular Lake District National Park.

Attached to the owners home, the cottage boasts picturesque views of the fells, providing for a special outdoor holiday, perfect for a large family or group of friends.

The ground floor consists of the fitted kitchen and separate dining room, along with the cosy sitting room that boasts an open fire, perfect for when you return from your days outings.

This Stonethwaite Cottage hosts 4 bedrooms including a double bedroom with en suite facilities.

Additionally, there is a further double, twin and single bedroom which are served by the family bathroom.

To the rear of the property there is a patio area where you can sit and relax amongst the peaceful surroundings, while at the front you can watch the farmer busy at work.

There is an superb country inn just around the corner serving an authentic pub menu, and a little further afield in the village of Rosthwaite you can expect a shop, tea room and pub.

Ramblers will be delighted to hear that Scafell Pike is within close reach of the cottage, along with plenty of footpaths such as the Cumbrian Way, enabling guests to encompass the full Lake District experience.

Keswick is roughly 6.5 miles away and is home to a handful of attractions, including miniature golf courses and the Pencil Museum.

This cosy base is perfect for a family holiday to the Lakes, all year round.

Summary

Four bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x double with basin, 1 x twin with basin, 1 x single
Shower room with shower, basin and WC
Basin and WC
Kitchen
Dining room
Sitting room with open fire.
Oil central heating with open fire
Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, WiFi, selection of books and games
Fuel, power and starter pack for fire inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Travel cot and highchair on request
Ample off road parking
Lockable bike storage
Garden with bench
One well-behaved dog welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 1 mile, pub 2 mins walk
Note: Situated on working farm with livestock and seasonal campsite on farm
Note: No mobile signal, payphone 100 yards from cottage
Note: There is an interconnecting door between the property and the owners' home
This is kept locked at all times
Please note: WiFi only works in double bedroom (no.4) and by the entrance
Intermittent in other areas

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About the location

ROSTHWAITE

Keswick 6.5 miles.

The pretty village of Rosthwaite is situated in the Borrowdale area of the stunning Lake District National Park. The village, surrounded by fells and meadows offers a pub, shop and tea room. You’ll be delighted with the location - just driving up the Borrowdale Valley past Lake Derwentwater is sure to please, and once you arrive in Rosthwaite you will be charmed by the traditional Lakeland cottages. Within driving distance is the town of Keswick, which boasts a number of shops and restaurants, along with miniature golf, parks, the Pencil Museum and the famous Theatre by the Lake. With Derwent Water and Honister Pass close by, the village is an ideal base for walkers and cyclists, and is in a superb location to discover all of the Lake District.

Please note: WiFi only works in double bedroom (no.4) and by the entrance. Intermittent in other areas.

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Reviews & Ratings

“This cottage was beautifully set and had everything we needed the owners were friendly but not overbearing, we were really pleased and had a great time.”

“Only two things the first the beds are very hard and secondly the controls for the heating are in the owners home.”

“This was our second visit to this great cottage, with excellent walking/rambling and climbing nearby.”

“Wifi only works intermittently and only in a couple of 'sweet spots' no mobile signal at all so perfect if you want to get away from it all but not so great if you hope to get a spot of work done or check the weather forecast.”

“Great location.”

“Excellent location for walking from the cottage, great pub just a couple of doors away, property well kept and very comfortable.”

“WiFi only available in bedroom 4 and family bathroom, the cottage would benefit from a WiFi booster.”

“Perfect location for walking group and a warm comfy base to go back to each night.”

“Owner helpful and friendly.”

“Loved the cottage, in a great location, you can walk Scafell Pike from the door.”

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“Perfectly placed for walkers, drinkers, or both”

“This is a beautiful, peaceful part of the Lakes.”

“A lovely property, in an idyllic location, let down by extremely uncomfortable beds.”

“We thoroughly enjoyed our long weekend at Stonethwaite Cottage despite the stormy weather.”