Kirkstone Cottage
House in Hawkshead
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Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more
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About this house rental
Kirkstone Cottage, a property with a garden, is set in Ambleside, 15 km from World of Beatrix Potter, 34 km from Derwentwater, as well as 41 km from Askham Hall. The property is around 49 km from Wasdale, 50 km from Buttermere and 2.
Amenities
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Garden
Map of Hawkshead
Available Rooms
Holiday Home
1 Queen • 968 ft²
Sleeps 2
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Ratings and reviews
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1.0 / 10.0
The outside was done well.
Log burner.
Location.
Where to start...when we entered the property there was a pungent smell of mould so we left the front & back door open to try to get some fresh air into the property. When I went to put our food in the fridge I found it was dirty & mouldy- I had to remove all of the shelves & veg boxes & thoroughly clean it before it was sanitary enough to put our food in. The radiators were thick with dust & grime, there was dirt on the wall above the kitchen radiator, the microwave hadn't been cleaned, there was a dead spider in the bathroom cabinet, the entire property was revolting & thick with dust. The door mechanism on the dishwasher is also broken (with no warning) so the door slams down; to add insult to injury- literally- this slammed down & hit my partner on the knee when we were exploring the kitchen.
We lived out of our bag for 4 days as the property felt too dirty to put our belongings out.
I contacted the owner through Booking.com on our first night. Skyes Cottages got back to me, offering a £25 'gesture of good will', I told them this was a joke & to please take our complaint seriously. Honestly, if it wasnt for the fact we hadn't been away for so many months we would have gone straight home after seeing the state of the cottage. Skyes Cottages went up to £50 but refused to go beyond this. Considering how much we paid for the cottage (around £650 for 4 nights), it's disgusting. I begrudgingly accepted, since it was that or nothing, but let them know I am far from happy and will be taking it further.
9.0 / 10.0
Peaceful location, central to the area I wanted to explore, very well equipped and homely
No private outdoor space, but I knew that because I've stayed there 3 times previously!
7.0 / 10.0
The cottage was nice and homely, with a comfortable living room, dining room/kitchen, and bedroom. The kitchen had excellent cookware, all dishwasher friendly. There was a folder with information about the Lake District, as well as manuals for all the appliances. I particularly liked all the lighting options in the house. It was a nice, quiet area, with allocated parking and a bus stop a 2-minute walk down the road. Very close to Ambleside and Wray Castle, only short drives away. Lovely views with some great country walking paths nearby.
I stayed during a particularly warm Spring and the bedroom on the top floor often got hot - I had to keep the upstairs window open all the time I was home to keep it cool. It would be good to be provided with a standing fan during the warmer months. The refrigerator was not as cold as I would have liked - I put my meat items in the freezer just in case.
9.0 / 10.0
Excellent accommodation. Well equipped. Clean & comfortable. Beautiful views from the property.
Nothing
8.0 / 10.0
The location was excellent, more than expected. I found the area very peaceful and serene and the locals I met and spoke with were very nice.
The only thing that the owners need to change is the smoke alarm in the kitchen and replace it with a heat alarm.
I do EICR’s on properties as it is my profession and there should be a heat alarm in the kitchen not smoke alarm that keeps going off when doing toast etc…
9.0 / 10.0
Brilliant cottage.
Lovely location
10.0 / 10.0
Beautiful cottage. Very comfortable and clean. Well equipped with all you need for a great long or short break. Log burner makes it very cozy .Great location with great views from all respects.
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FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Hawkshead?
The average price for a rental in Hawkshead is $183 per night. This rental is $0 less expensive than the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Kirkstone Cottage. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Kirkstone Cottage pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Kirkstone Cottage?
We found 5 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, parking, and garden.
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