Guests say
The Orchard is a charming, well-equipped cottage in a peaceful village, praised for its cleanliness, comfort, and excellent location for exploring the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales. Guests consistently highlight the warm welcome from the owners, thoughtful touches, and the well-stocked village shop nearby. The cottage is cosy and homely, with many appreciating the attention to detail. Minor issues mentioned include the comfort of the lounge seating and steep stairs for those with mobility concerns, but overall, guests thoroughly enjoyed their stays and would happily return.
Cleanliness is frequently praised, with multiple guests describing the cottage as spotless, well maintained, and cleaned to a high standard. No significant negative comments were made regarding cleanliness.
The location is highly rated, with guests appreciating the peaceful village setting, proximity to the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales, and the convenience of the local shop and pub. The area is described as ideal for exploring and relaxing.
The cottage is widely described as cosy, comfortable, and homely, with particular praise for the beds. A few guests noted the lounge seating was low or not ideal for those with back or mobility issues, but overall comfort remains a strong point.
Facilities are consistently commended, with guests noting the cottage is extremely well equipped, especially the kitchen. Games, guides, and practical items are provided. Minor suggestions include updating information guides and improving lounge seating.
Guests frequently mention thoughtful touches such as welcome trays, chocolate cake or biscuits, and helpful owners. While these gestures are much appreciated, it should be noted that such gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
A pretty, stone-built, 300-year old, semi-detached cottage, located in a quiet backwater of the Lakeland village of Levens, just five miles from Kendal. Boasting lovely views across the Lyth Valley and Whitbarrow Scar, this Levens cottage provides ideal Lakeland accommodation. Warm and welcoming, it features a comfortable sitting room with cosy woodburner and old beams, an adjoining dining area, a well-equipped kitchen and two lovely bedrooms which all combine to provide perfect Lake District accommodation. Outside, this Levens cottage offers a spacious, raised garden area ideal for dining alfresco and watching the sun go down over the southern Lakeland Fells. This Levens cottage is ideally placed for exploring the Lake District Peninsula.
The lovely old market town of Kendal is a short drive away, while Cartmel, with its famous annual horse race meetings, and the pretty coastal resorts of Arnside and Grange-over-Sands are all worth a visit. In the other direction, Kirkby Lonsdale has numerous eating places and individual shops. Lake Windermere, Bowness-on-Windermere and Hawkshead are within easy reach. This attractive village and lovely Levens cottage make an inspiring choice from which to enjoy the whole of this magical area.
Levens is a small village in Cumbria, home to Levens Hall with its famous topiary garden. Levens has amenities including a pub, post office, newsagents and general store. Perfectly placed for enjoying the Lake District, the Yorkshire Dales and the Cumbrian coast.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Sitting room with dining area and woodburner.
Gas central heating with woodburner.
Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, Smart TV with Freeview, Netflix, Amazon Prime, itvx and more, you will need to log in with your own details.
, DVD, CD/radio, iPod dock, WiFi.
Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburner included in rent.
Additional wood for woodburner available to purchase from the owners.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot and highchair on request.
Off road parking for 1 car.
Spacious mature garden with furniture.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop and pub 5 mins walk.
Note: There are several steps up to the garden accessed from the rear of the parking space.
Visitors with young children should be aware that the garden is not completely enclosed.
Note: The garden of the owners' property next door is open by appointment.
Nearby points of interest
- Lakes Aquarium
- Lakeland Motor Museum
- The World of Beatrix Potter
- Hawkshead Grammar School Museum
- Beatrix Potter Gallery, Hawkshead
- Hayes Garden World Ambleside
- Lake Windermere
- Lake District National Park
- Esthwaite Water
Reviews (81)
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Florence
It was clean, comfortable and had everything we needed. The area was quiet and it was great to have a parking space by the front door and a secluded garden. It was also handy to have a well stocked local shop just up the road. The location was ideal for visiting Kendal, Keswick and the south lakes and we would definitely consider staying again.
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Peter
Quiet, rural setting - although you can be woken by dawn chorus. Excellent village shop with loads of speciality items. Very good âgastropubâ also. Our only disappointment was that the fish & chip van that used to come into the village on a Wednesday evening no longer does so.
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Tracy
We have already booked again for next year.