Guests say
High Rake cottage is praised for its stunning location, beautiful views, and direct access to excellent walking routes, making it ideal for walkers and nature lovers. Guests appreciate the cosy, well-equipped interior and the peaceful surroundings. While the cottage retains its character and offers a comfortable base, some mention areas for improvement, such as minor cleaning issues, dated furnishings, and occasional smells from the oil boiler. Overall, it provides a charming and practical stay for those wishing to explore the Lake District on foot.
Most guests found the cottage clean and tidy, though a few noted that some areas, such as window sills, could have been cleaned more thoroughly.
The location is highly praised for its proximity to walking routes, beautiful views, and easy access to the village, making it perfect for walkers and those seeking tranquillity.
Guests found the cottage cosy and warm, with comfortable beds and a relaxing atmosphere, though some felt the furnishings were a little dated.
The cottage is well-equipped for walkers, with all necessary amenities provided. Some guests mentioned a need for more toiletries and noted the presence of an oil boiler with occasional odours.
There are no mentions of welcome gifts or extra thoughtful touches in the reviews, so a score cannot be provided for this category.
About this property
Perfectly positioned high up, looking over Glenridding and Ullswater with walks to Red Tarn and Helvellyn from the front door.. 1 step to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview TV, Electric Fire
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Washing Machine
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. . Front garden with sitting out area. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking.. High Rake is the perfect base for those looking to enjoy an all-action holiday, or equally to relax in the peace and quiet that such an area can offer. With the Ullswater stream running past on its journey from Red Tarn, surrounded with amazing views onto Sheffield Pike and Birkhouse Moor and with Helvellyn in the distance, there really isn’t a cottage like this. A traditional stone cottage nestled into the Fell side above Glenridding, standing in a short row of cottages, this comfortably furnished and cosy cottage enjoys spectacular views. The property sleeps four guests in two bedrooms and a family bathroom.
The cottage is located centrally in the Lake District National Park and a unesco World Heritage Site. There is superb walking from the doorstep, water sports are available in the village, and a cruise on the famous Ullswater steamer to Pooley Bridge or Aira Force is a must. A spectacular drive over nearby Kirkstone Pass drops down into Windermere and Ambleside making this an excellent central holiday location.
Free WiFi
The heating and hot water is programmed to turn on at certain times in the morning and the evening. If you require additional heating or warm water please feel free to press the boost buttons at the top of the hive controller near the kitchen door.
Nearby points of interest
- Lodore Falls
- Lake District National Park
- Lake Windermere
- Buttermere Lake
- Derwent Pencil Museum
- Hayes Garden World Ambleside
- Catbells Lakeland Walk
- Beatrix Potter Gallery, Hawkshead
- Hawkshead Grammar School Museum
- Coalhouse Fort
Reviews (7)
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Confirmed Guest
Generally felt unloved and an overwhelming smell from the oil boiler, but the location was beautiful.
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Ivan
Decent option for a few days in glenridding, but in serous need of updating - great location and view - clean - warm - decoration and furnishing is old - smell of heating oil in the kitchen and lounge - very noisy boiler
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Pia
De High Rake cottage ligt op een geweldige locatie met een prachtig uitzicht. Wel even omhooglopen naar de voordeur. Er is een eigen parkeerplaats. Pub en kleine winkels in het dorp zijn perfect. Huisje biedt alles wat je nodig hebt: keuken, woonkamer met prettige meubels, een slaapkamer met heerlijk bed en garderobekast en ten slotte een badkamer met douche in bad, een wastafel en een toilet. Bij mooi weer is er een terras voor het huisje. Neem je wandelschoenen mee en je kunt er onvergetelijke wandelingen maken!