Whistling Green
ID: S1325423
- Bedrooms 2
- ・ Sleeps 4
- ・ Pets No
Guests say
Guests consistently praise Whistling Green for its peaceful and remote setting, ideal for outdoor activities like mountain biking and walking. The cottage is described as clean, cosy, and well-maintained, with a helpful host, Phil. The presence of grazing sheep adds to the charm, and the property's proximity to local towns and attractions is appreciated.
The cottage is mentioned as clean, suggesting high standards of cleanliness. No negative comments about cleanliness were provided.
The location is highly praised for its peacefulness, idyllic remoteness, and beautiful views, making it excellent for relaxation and outdoor activities.
Guests describe their stay as fabulous and the cottage as cosy, indicating a high level of comfort. The use of the fire on a chilly evening adds to the comfort experience.
The property is well-equipped for self-catering, though a minor suggestion for additional kitchen supplies like foil or baking parchment was made. Overall, facilities are deemed excellent.
While guests appreciate the host's helpfulness, there is no mention of gifts or extra thoughtful touches that would fall under this category. Therefore, a score cannot be provided.
About this property
Situated beside the picturesque River Duddon, this holiday property allows easy access to the lakes of Windermere and Coniston..
Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: Smart TV, Open Fire
Kitchen: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels, Wi-Fi and fuel for open fire included. Laundry room with washing machine (shared with owner). Garden with garden furniture. ½ acre grounds (shared with owner). Electric vehicle charging point. Private parking. No smoking. There is an ornamental fish pond in the grounds.. Situated besides the picturesque River Duddon, one of Wordsworth’s favourite places, Whistling Green allows easy access to the lakes of Windermere and Coniston. This comfortable wing of the owner’s traditional Cumbrian farmhouse, set in half an acre of shared grounds has a large beamed living/dining room with rugs on a polished wood floor, is surrounded by open moorland with grazing sheep and wonderful views up the valley. The area offers fell walking, sailing and riding at Coniston, the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway and an exhilarating drive over Hardknott Pass to visit the Roman Fort and much more. Families will enjoy the sand and shingle beach at Silecroft, 8 miles. Fishing is available within 5 miles. A local pub serving excellent food 3 miles up the valley.
There are low banisters at the property.
There are large gaps between banister spindles.
Nearby points of interest
- Muncaster Castle
- Church of St Olaf
- Wastwater Lake
- Esthwaite Water
- Wastwater Alpaca Trekking
- Beatrix Potter Gallery, Hawkshead
- Hawkshead Grammar School Museum
- Lakeland Motor Museum
- South Lakes Safari Zoo
Reviews (7)
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Confirmed Guest
Very nice cottage and good host. We go next year again.
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Confirmed Guest
We had a fabulous stay here This September 2025 away from everything and self catered taking everything we needed with us as its idyllically remote .it was so peaceful and excellent for mountainbiking and walking.Varied weather which suited us as we dont mind the rain.The views are wonderful from the property.
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Rahul Banerjee
Great location and host.