Dove Tail Barn
ID: S281487
- Bedrooms 1
- ・ Sleeps 2
- ・ Pets 2
Snaptrip says
Dove Tail Barn in Cumbria is a well-regarded holiday rental, praised for its cleanliness, peaceful location, and comfort. Guests appreciate the enclosed garden for dogs, the proximity to local pubs, and the cosy atmosphere with a log burner. While some noted minor maintenance issues and a lack of secure outdoor space for pets, the overall experience is positive, with many looking forward to returning.
Guests that stayed at this property said
The property is consistently described as very clean, with several guests highlighting its impeccable condition. One review mentioned a musty smell in the bedding, but this seems to be an isolated incident.
The location is praised for its tranquillity and beautiful views, with easy access to local walks and pubs. However, some guests found the proximity to neighbouring properties and the narrow access roads less than ideal.
Guests find the barn cosy and the bed comfortable, though there are comments about the bed being difficult to get out of and the pillows being unsatisfactory for some. The warmth of the property is frequently mentioned.
The facilities are generally well-received, with a well-equipped kitchen and good heating. However, points are deducted for maintenance issues such as leaky showers, flickering lights, and the need for more logs for the fire.
While the reviews reflect a positive experience with the owners and mention of a welcome pack, there is no specific reference to gifts being provided. Therefore, it is not possible to accurately score thoughtfulness based on the available information.
About this property
This chic and unique couples' hideaway takes the form of a converted Lakeland barn, nestled in rural bliss and overlooking the lush Lyth Valley.
A long driveway leads to the barn, with parking by the log store. Enter via the stylish kitchen, with slate floor, matching slate worktops and everything you'll need for dining in. The lounge / dining room incorporates the barn door, with deep-cushioned furnishings, rug and woodburning stove. The Villeroy & Bosch luxury wet room is on this floor. Upstairs to the romantic double bedroom, with a magnificent Scandinavian king-size bed, sky lights and mood lighting.
Natural Cedar Hot Tub for 2 people. Bathe in a solid cedar tub and enjoy the calming experience whilst taking in stunning views towards Gummers How. The natural aroma of cedar in this tranquil setting is a treat for all nature lovers. The cedar tub is wood fired and takes up to 2 hours to reach bathing temperature. Bags of Kiln dried logs are stored next to the tub at the cost of £10.00 per bag.
The Lyth Valley is to the east of Lake Windermere, overlooked by the famous Lake District walks on Scout Scar and Whitbarrow Scar. The sheltered valley is famous for its damson orchards, with gorgeous white blossom in spring. The landscapes are scattered with country homes and rural Lake District cottages, as well as a choice of several acclaimed Lake District country pubs, such as The Punch Bowl at Crosthwaite, the Black Labrador at Underbarrow, and the Mason's Arms at Strawberry Bank. A romantic walk nearby is the ascent of Gummers How, which offers simply wonderful views of Lake Windermere from the top. The Cartmel Fell tarns walk is also a lovely afternoon's worth, starting at Bowland Bridge's historic church. Away from the busier areas, but still only 20 minutes’ drive from Bowness, you'll find complete tranquillity and relaxation in the lap of luxury.
Underbarrow is a quiet, pretty Lakeland village close to the historic market town of Kendal and within reach of the wonderful Lake Windermere. The village has a pub and is ideally placed for exploring southern Lakeland and the Lake District National Park. Sizergh Castle and Levens Hall, both with fine gardens, are nearby, and Kendal has much to offer in terms of shopping and is quite lively culturally, thanks to the Brewery Arts Centre and the Abbot Hall Art Gallery and Museum, which is widely recognised as one of the best in the region. Also worth a visit is the ruin of Kendal Castle, which was formerly the home of Katherine Parr, and there’s plenty to see and do with Grange-over-Sands, Cartmel, Ulverton, Bowness, Ambleside and even the Yorkshire Dales National Park within driving distance. Underbarrow is a lovely base for exploring the area.
Accommodation
One bedroom: 1 x super king-size.
Shower room with basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Sitting room with dining area and woodburning stove.
Electric heating with wood burning stove (Please not logs are not provided).
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washer/dryer, TV, DVD player, iPod dock, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot and highchair available.
Small open garden with patio and furniture.
Access to bluebell wood.
Off road parking for 1 car.
2 person hot tub.
Two well behaved pets welcome (please do not allow dogs upstairs or furniture).
Sorry, no smoking.
Pub 1.4 miles.
Shop 4.8 miles.
Nearby points of interest
- The World of Beatrix Potter
- Lakes Aquarium
- Lakeland Motor Museum
- Hawkshead Grammar School Museum
- Beatrix Potter Gallery, Hawkshead
- Hayes Garden World Ambleside
- Lake Windermere
- Lake District National Park
- Esthwaite Water
Reviews (30)
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Jane & Shane
What a fabulous place! The views are amazing and the barn is very well equipped and cosy. Bowness is great for shopping, food and drinks. Thank you for the welcome gift!
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Sam & Maxine
This is a place we both loved, the views are amazing and the location is perfect. Thank you for a lovely stay.
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Andrew
When we got ready for bed on the first night, the bedding had a damp / musty smell that was unacceptable to sleep in. We had to go into Kendal the next morning to buy washing powder and Frebeeze. All bedding had to be washed on a hot wash and dried before we could sleep in the bed, which somewhat curtailed our day by having to be on hand to do the laundry. The towels had the same damp smell and fortunately we bought our own towels so did not use the towels provided by the cottage. 2. Due to the snow, we got stranded on Saturday and could not make it back to the cottage - which is nobodies fault. Fortunately we found refuge in a holiday park about 12 miles away. We contacted Sykes to advise them we could not make it back to the cottage in case the cottage owners wondered where we were due to the snow conditions. When we did eventually manage to arrive back to the cottage (by foot due to roads being impassable for the car) on Sunday morning, the owners greeted us by saying "we turned off the heating as you hadn't come back" - bearing in mind the cold temperatures and not getting back to the cottage on the Saturday night, it seemed very miserly for the owners to turn off the heating when we would have welcomed a warm cosy cottage to return too. We asked the owners if we could stay an extra night due to the road conditions (Police advised motorists not to travel due to the snowy and icy roads conditions), the owners said we could stay - thank you. Only for about 2 hours later to receive a text from the owners saying it would be and extra £100 to stay for an additional night. As the weather conditions dictated our options, we agreed to pay the additional £100 but there seemed little goodwill due to the exceptional conditions and whilst the cottage itself was lovely, it left a feeling of the owners penny pinching on energy costs and trying to benefit from cashing in on the weather situation. A few minor points: electric plug socket in the kitchen is loose and could be dangerous. Shower leaks a little and wets the toilet roll. Light in the lounge flickers on and off.