Gilpins Cottage

Rating
Sleeps 3
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Sky TV
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews

15 Customer Review(s)

Mr Crump
October 2020

“Just set back off a busy main road, so not possible to have the main bedroom windows open at the front.”

OK in the winter months but would be too noisy in the summer.

OK in the winter months but would be too noisy in the summer. Shower over bath - mold around the shower and on the shower hose- needs attention/cleaning.

- Mr Crump, October 2020
Mrs White October 2020

“We liked the cottage and had a lovely time despite the weather.”

Our only comment is the roof guttering was leaking directly above the door and with the weather we had it made leaving and entering an interesting experience. Our daughter was staying in Staveley and we found the walk in to be no problem with a good roadside path all the way. We particularly enjoyed meeting up in the Hawkshead Brewery.

- Mrs White, October 2020
Mrs Davies October 2020

“Standard of cleaning very poor, which is not good enough in the current climate.”

Kitchen not cleaned to a good standard at all. Poor provision of cleaning materials. No sanitiser or hand wash provided, just the dregs left in one bottle. No washing up liquid provided. No welcome tray. Outside bin full. No recycling available. Cobwebs in rooms. Dingy lighting upstairs and in lounge. Used tissues down side of bed in single room. This cottage is clearly not cared for or inspected regularly. Would not stay here again.

- Mrs Davies, October 2020
Miss Eriksson August 2020

“This cottage is just ideal for a small family and a dog.”

Just outside Staveley, a gorgeous little village and a short drive to Windermere. You can get away from the crowds. It is just set back from the main road. Which is noisey in the day. So quiet at night. Still a lovely view and if the road wasn't there you would be paying double. Such a bargain to for the proximity to Windermere and 2 lovely pubs. Facilities great, some nice touches. Very clean. Gorgeous hillside view of trees at the back to sit and relax. Really couldn't fault it !

- Miss Eriksson, August 2020
seanmacgill March 2017

“Road noise beyond acceptable for a relaxing break .”

Located 20 m from a busy main road where vehicles can reach motorway speeds . Concerned for safety of my dog in case it got out . Lakes Holiday Cottages manage the cottage and make no mention of the road noise issue . When i contacted them to discuss the office manager (Sarah) was off rude and unprofessional . She suggested i should have looked at a map to check the location . My company will never use Lakes Holiday cottages again.

- seanmacgill, March 2017
Tash1001 March 2017

“Cosy well presented cottage”

Not too far from the M6 turn off the cottage was ideally positioned after a 4.5 hour drive, and great for when we needed to leave. Easy to find and with a great really dog friendly pub, The Windmill, a walk away. The cottage was clean and well presented. The kitchen provided everything we needed (apart from a bread knife) and the appliances were all easy to use. I would recommend a trip to Booths for stocking up the fridge located just as you enter into Windermere. The log burner in the living was such a treat and kicked out amazing heat, our little doggie loved lying in front of it after a day out walking and pub lunching. We would definitely return to Gilpins and hope to next year.

- Tash1001, March 2017
vkibblewhite March 2017

“Centrally located freezing cold cottage, on an exceptionally busy main road”

This cottage is not a bad base, would be better on a hot summer than the winter if you can cope with the traffic noise which did sound like we were based next to the runway at Heathrow. We had selected it because it permitted dogs, and for that part it was great to get to different parts of the lake district. There were several items in the well stocked kitchen which needed washing before they could be used but on the whole the place was clean. The hot water for the shower and the bath was good and there was a good pressure in the system so it was warming. The massive disappointment though was how cold the place was. The main living room has a black slate floor and no radiators but it does have in it a large wood burner, which we were told logs would be provided for - as per the picture. Their idea of providing logs was a small net bag of logs with fire lighters which lasted less than 20 mins and didn't even warm up the log burner never mind touch the winter cold of the room. With the only heat in the down stairs coming from 2 small radiators (one in the hall and the other at the far end of the kitchen), it was necessary to buy coal and logs to make the place habitable. If you plan to rent this cottage then do factor in the additional £100+ which was required to do this. Also with hiring this cottage over the Christmas period there was no-one who could respond to problems or queries as people responsible for the cottage were not available. On the plus side, the pub down the road was warm, with good food and pet friendly.

- vkibblewhite, March 2017
cazsmith1963 September 2016

“nice location lovely cottage”

we have just returned from our short break and was very happy with our stay at the gilpins. it is in a good locations, not far from windermere. we especially loved staveley and windermere. the cottage itself was ideal for the two of us but would not be big enough to accomadate more people. only setbacks for us was the noisy main road and the water was far too hot when we had a shower and was unable to turn the temperature down. we found the stairs a little dodgy as the stairs wind round slightly at the top and you have to be very careful with your footing. overall we were very pleased and would recommend to family and friends to stay here.

- cazsmith1963, September 2016
sandra m July 2016

“In clean”

We arrived at this cottage to find it dark cold and unclean, we reported to lakes cottages and they had to send a cleaner we waited around for approx an hour for him to clean appliances and vac a very covered in dog hair settee. There are some things not as discribed but I can live without them. There are lots of thing we were unhappy with but when the cleanliness is not right it is off putting. We came across other unclean items but we just wanted to get on with our holiday, so we stayed out as long as we could and ate out all the time. The response from lakes cottages on our return home was I was exaggerating and just wanted compensation, well to be honest yes, wouldn't you, he said if we had reported while still there it would be sorted, well I didn't feel I should have had to, it should have been done the first time correctly, but some thing didn't appear to have been cleaned for some time in my opinion.

- sandra m, July 2016
Jackie H October 2015

“Quirky”

Just got back from a very chilled stay at this lovely quirky cottage. It has everything you need and was clean and welcoming. Having a great wood burning stove was just like home from home for us. All the item of furniture and accessories are all well chosen and are of good quality. We took our little jack Russell and he was very at home here. The pub at Ings just up the road is so friendly and happy to have the dog in too we walked up most nights for a drink or two. Don't be put off by the road it is easy enough to cross it's not a motorway as some people are making out. The area is lovely the people are very friendly and the cottage is charming, what more do you want. We would love to book it again next year, sorry to have to go home.

- Jackie H, October 2015
charlotteh704 January 2015

“I wouldn't stay again”

We arrived the place looked nice, nice kitchen is all I can say. You can't use the dining room as its to small as sectioned away from the house its self. As for cleanliness, there was some dropped pills under the tv cabinet which is dangerous as we took our dog and if she had gotten a hold of them could have been dangerous, the sofa was covered in crumbs and dog hair from previous people staying there was a mouldy dog bone under the sofa, the fire was nice. The bathroom still had bottle rings on the windowsill from before the place was dirty and dusty the bed is not at all comfy so don't expect a good nights sleep with one pillow is all they allow you. There is also another room with two beds in it closed off and the garden is small so if your thinking your dog is safe there its not as our cleared the 2 foot wall and was off taking her self for a walk! So before I could enjoy my holiday I had to clean the place first! Overall I won't be coming back but as for the lakes they are beautiful and me and my better half will definitely be returning just not here.

- charlotteh704, January 2015
SuzanneWales June 2014

“great little holiday cottage”

This is a lovely little cottage situated just outside the village of Staveley. We arrived to find the radiators on to ensure a warm welcome and trust me there was plenty of hot water, ( see previous review). The cottage is small but very well laid out with a nice living room, kitchen and dining room built on. It was spotlessly clean and the upstairs bathroom and bedrooms are very nice. It is in a small cul-de-sac off the main Kendal to Windermere road but you have a parking space in a secluded area behind the cottage and a small enclosed patio so it was no problem. I brought my little dog who was very safe in this contained garden. I loved it and would recommend it to anyone. The Watermill pub is very close and does lovely food and in Staveley village there is a fab modern Indian restaurant and takeaway.

- SuzanneWales, June 2014
A FlipKey verified reviewer November 2013

“Disappointing”

Traffic noise spoilt this holiday - forget a lie in. To get hot water and hot radiators we had to purchase fuel and keep the fire in. Water pump located in lounge very noisy. Mattress on bed needs renewing. Not possible to use dining room as it was too cold and the table too large. Light bulbs too weak. Best thing about this cottage was location to nearby excellent pub. Sadly we couldn't walk to it as road was too busy and noisy.

- A FlipKey verified reviewer, November 2013
A FlipKey verified reviewer August 2013

“The most amazing Comadation”

The Gilpins is very comfortable has everything one needs in there

- A FlipKey verified reviewer, August 2013
A FlipKey verified reviewer August 2013

“Ok with good and bad points”

Negatives - Main issue is that it is situated on what looks like a layby on the main road into Windermere so noisy through the night and a worry if the dog had gotten out. _ Part of the staircase does not have a rail so is not good for people with mobility problems which I have. - The bathroom had not been properly cleaned. - Only a two seater couch to sit on in living room so very cosy. - Only one electric socket by the kitchen units so you cant use the toaster and make tea at the same time Positives - - It is near Windermere and within walking distance of local pubs - The kitchen is modern and well equipped - It has lots of cupboard spaces and loads of coat hangers - The bedroom is spacious - It has wifi - The television gets a lot of channels (sky not just freeview) Overall would not stay again becaause just off the main road

- A FlipKey verified reviewer, August 2013
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The property

This delightful one bedroom cottage, on the edge of the popular village of Staveley is situated on the main road in between Windermere and Kendal, and is perfect for couples looking for a romantic break in the Lake District at any time of the year. This delightful cottage sits on the fringe of the popular village of Staveley well known for its many cycling and walking routes over the Kentmere valley.

A short stroll from your door step is the award winning pub, The Watermill, which serves homemade food using locally sourced ingredients and fine ales such as Colley Wobbles.

With easily accessible bus and train links just minutes away Gilpins is perfectly located for those who wish to explore the Lake District without the need for a car. Gilpins is a quaint, comfortably furnished, white washed cottage full of character with beams throughout.

For those delightful relaxing nights in, snuggle up in front of the cosy log burning fire with an enjoyable glass of wine.

During the summer months why not dine alfresco on the pleasant south facing patio and absorb the charm of the cottage. The cottage is gas centrally heated and comprises: Lounge with log burning stove, Freeview TV and DVD player. Kitchen with electric hob and oven, fridge/freezer, microwave and washing machine. Dining room. First floor: Double bedroom with characterful beams.. Bathroom with power shower over bath, hand basin and WC. All electric and bed linen included. Sorry no cot or highchair available. Private parking for one car. Enclosed patio with garden furniture and BBQ

Summary

Over two floors: Two bedrooms: 1 x first floor double, 1 x first floor single bedroom, bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC, kitchen, dining room, sitting room with wood burning stove.
Gas central heating, fuel and power inc. in rent
Wood burning stove, initial supply of logs provided
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, Nespresso machine, washing machine
WIFI, Sky TV and DVD player
Sorry, no cot or highchair available
Parking for 1 car
Enclosed patio with garden furniture and BBQ
One well behaved dog welcome
Pub and shop 5 minutes walk
Bus stop outside property, train station 3 miles, Windermere Village 3 miles

About the location

STAVELEY

Windermere 5 miles; Kendal 5 miles.

The thriving Lakeland village of Staveley is situated on the eastern fringes of the Lake District National Park and offers superb access to the whole region. The beautiful Kentmere Valley is just a short walk away and with the River Kent tumbling its way through the valley to Staveley, it is very popular with mountain bikers and walkers alike. Staveley Mill Yard is a former wood turning mill at the heart of the village, which is now a thriving tourist attraction with cycle hire and outdoor shops, artisan bakery, brewery and the renowned Wilf's Cafe. This complements the excellent range of amenities in the village, which include a variety of shops, two village pubs, craft shops, a children's playground, a regular bus service and a railway station. Close by, the bustling towns of Kendal, Windermere, Bowness and Ambleside are popular with visitors, providing a range of amenities to suit all tastes. Lake Windermere offers boat trips, including a ferry to the Lakeside Aquarium and Grizedale Forest Park. The 'Windermere Steamboat Museum' displays a fascinating collection of boats whilst children will enjoy the 'World of Beatrix Potter' in Bowness, where technology brings her characters to life. Within easy reach of Coniston Water, Kendal, Keswick and the Lakeland Mountains, Staveley is ideally situated for exploring all that the region has to offer.

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Reviews

“Just set back off a busy main road, so not possible to have the main bedroom windows open at the front.”

“We liked the cottage and had a lovely time despite the weather.”

“Standard of cleaning very poor, which is not good enough in the current climate.”

“This cottage is just ideal for a small family and a dog.”

“Road noise beyond acceptable for a relaxing break .”

“Cosy well presented cottage”

“Centrally located freezing cold cottage, on an exceptionally busy main road”

“nice location lovely cottage”

“In clean”

“Quirky”

“I wouldn't stay again”

“great little holiday cottage”

“Disappointing”

“The most amazing Comadation”

“Ok with good and bad points”

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About the location

STAVELEY