Guests say
Monkwood Cottage is consistently praised for its cleanliness, peaceful and beautiful location, and comfortable amenities. Guests appreciate the thoughtful touches, including a welcome pack, and the property's extensive grounds with a river. The cottage is ideal for families and those seeking a tranquil retreat with nature.
Reviewers consistently mention the immaculate condition of the cottage, indicating a very high level of cleanliness.
The cottage's location is frequently described as peaceful, quiet, and beautiful, with its own river and proximity to local attractions, although one mention of no mobile reception slightly impacts the score.
Guests find the cottage comfortable, with spacious rooms and a cosy atmosphere, although there is a single mention of low ceilings in the attic rooms.
Facilities are generally well-received, with a well-equipped kitchen and grounds for exploration. However, the freezer's location and the presence of security cameras are noted as minor drawbacks.
The hosts' thoughtfulness is highlighted through welcome packs and attention to detail. While gifts are warmly mentioned, it is politely noted that such offerings are not guaranteed.
About this property
A stunning, detached cottage, situated in landscaped gardens with a river and woodland walk in the grounds. In the Lake District National park and with easy access to pubs and shops.. 1 step to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: Freesat, Woodburner
Kitchen: Breakfast Area, Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Rayburn, Microwave, Fridge
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bathroom: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Second Floor:
Bedroom 3: Single (3ft) Bed (Flexible Sleeping Only)
Bedroom 4: Single (3ft) Bed (Flexible Sleeping Only), Freesat.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for wood burner included, remainder available locally. Travel cot. Welcome pack. External utility room with freezer, tumble dryer and washing machine.. Lawned garden with garden furniture. Woodlands (private) with river and fishing on site. Bike store. Private parking for 4 cars. No smoking. Please note: There is an unfenced river in the grounds. Couples and family bookings only.. Welcome to Monkwood, a stunning, detached, sandstone cottage, set in private gardens and grounds and with the river Calder running through a private woodland alongside, perfect for a relaxing and peaceful holiday in The Lake District. Split over three floors, this beautiful property has a homely feel, with plenty of character and original features. The high spec. Finish and attention to detail are evident as soon as you arrive.
On the second floor, you’ll find a single attic bedroom with river views and a large split-level single attic bedroom with a TV, both with low headroom. The first floor features a spacious king-size bedroom with plenty of storage and hanging space and a double bedroom with lovely views of the gardens and river. The contemporary bathroom offers a bath, a separate shower cubicle and a heated towel rail. The ground floor features a beautiful kitchen with Rayburn, providing central heating into the house in the colder months, and for convenience, you also have an electric oven and an electric hob as well as a breakfast table, microwave, and fridge.
The open-plan living room and dining room are well furnished, it offers comfortable easy seating, a large wood burner, a dining table and huge windows which flood the living room with daylight and offer fantastic views of the gardens and river. Outside you’ll find plenty of parking and beautiful gardens with mature plants shrubs and borders. There’s also a bothy next door to the cottage that’s been converted to make an excellent utility room with freezer, washing machine and dryer. The lawn is perfect for family fun where you can play croquet, badminton, and football and while away the hours watching the kids play.
The cottage is set in spacious grounds with a private woodland walk alongside the river Calder. The owners have rights to fishing and in season you can fish for brown trout and salmon with a catch-and-release policy. You can spot plenty of wildlife including deer, bats, hares, pheasants, and lots of bird life that live around the river. Calderbridge is within the National Park and gives you easy access to the lakes, and fells, and just a short drive to Wasdale, home of Scafell Pike, the highest mountain in England.
If you like the outdoors, walking, cycling, and hiking this is one of the most natural areas of the lakes with beautiful countryside, views, and scenery. Locally there’s plenty to do, a pub within walking distance (1¼ miles), several more within 5 miles and plenty of great days out. Visit La’al Ratty, a miniature railway that runs on an old mining line, or Muncaster Castle, full of history, and fun for all ages including mini golf and a falconry display. The coastal town of Whitehaven is only a short drive, with a nice harbour, major supermarkets, shops, bars, and restaurants. The local village of Gosforth just 3½ miles away offers pubs and cafes. The nearby town of Egremont offers independent shops and cafés.
Free WiFi
Families or couples only.
There is open water in the property grounds.
Please no contractors or work parties
Nearby points of interest
- Muncaster Castle
- Church of St Olaf
- Wastwater Alpaca Trekking
- Catbells Lakeland Walk
- Wastwater Lake
- Scale Force waterfall
- Buttermere Lake
- Lodore Falls
Reviews (20)
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Roslyn Carter
The most stunning cottage, set in ots own private grounds with a wooded area and river running through it. Even a secret swing to relax on. House had every single amenity you could need. Spotless Cleaning. Lovely care package left of milk, chocolate, crumpets and wine.Thoughtful touches everywhere, hankies, torches, books, etc.Fire all built ready to cosy upto and a full basket of logs to keep it going. Most tranquil break ive had. I'll definitely be returning. Thank you x 😘
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Confirmed Guest
A very clean and well presented cottage in lovely quiet surroundings. The only sound we heard was the flowing river. The house was well equipped, cosy. and the welcome pack was a lovely gesture. We enjoyed our stay at Monkwood Cottage and have every intension to return again. Thank you Rosemary and Mike
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Shaun Thompson
Wonderful home from home.Thanks