Stone Cottage at Staveley
ID: S281872
- Bedrooms 1
- ・ Sleeps 2
- ・ Pets 1
Snaptrip says
Stone Cottage at Staveley is highly praised for its cosy and homely atmosphere, with a well-equipped kitchen, comfortable furnishings, and a delightful conservatory overlooking a secure garden. The village of Staveley offers a warm community, local shops, and convenient transport links, making it an excellent base for exploring the Lake District. Guests have enjoyed the property's location, the walking opportunities, and the thoughtful touches, although some minor maintenance issues and cleanliness oversights have been noted.
Guests that stayed at this property said
Most guests found the cottage to be spotlessly clean and well-maintained, contributing to a warm and welcoming atmosphere. However, a few guests mentioned issues such as crumbs on worktops, dusty floors, and dog mess in the garden, which slightly affected the overall impression of cleanliness.
The location is consistently lauded for its convenience and charm. Staveley is described as a friendly village with good amenities, including shops and a brewery. Its proximity to Windermere and other attractions in the Lake District, as well as the availability of local walks, makes it an ideal spot for holidaymakers.
Guests have found the cottage to be comfortable and cosy, with a homely feel. The presence of a conservatory and a pleasant garden adds to the comfort. The comfortable bed and excellent shower are frequently mentioned, although there were some comments about the heating system and TV positioning that suggest room for improvement.
The cottage is generally well-equipped with modern features and a great kitchen. However, there are several mentions of missing or incorrectly advertised facilities such as a DVD player and iPod docking station, and some maintenance issues like a broken bathroom tap and toilet flush mechanism.
While many guests appreciated the welcome gifts and found them to be a thoughtful touch, there is an inconsistency in their provision, with at least one guest suggesting they were missing upon arrival. As such, while the thoughtfulness of the hosts is evident, it cannot be guaranteed that future guests will receive these gifts.
About this property
Stone Cottage is a characterful romantic hideaway in the quaint village of Staveley. Set within this picturesque village at the mouth of the Kentmere Valley, this is the perfect base for couples to discover the Lakes.
Enter through the porch to the charming sitting room complete with stone flooring and woodburning stove, this is the real Lakeland cottage experience. Spend cosy evenings by the fire and make use of the selection of books, maps and games on offer. The dining area leads onto the well-equipped kitchen that has everything you’ll need for your stay. It’s from here you access the conservatory, a lovely area to escape to relax and unwind overlooking the garden to the rear of the property. The lawed garden is set up for dining al fresco with furniture and BBQ, there is also a handy bike store here too for those who wish to discover the Lakes by two wheels.
Staveley is a real Lakeland community. Here you will find delights such as Hawkshead Brewery and beer hall, More? Artisan bakery, and Wilf’s Café, all within a short walk from Stone Cottage. Staveley lies at the gateway to Kentmere Valley, in a convenient location between Kendal and Windermere. For keen walkers, the starting point to the Kentmere Horseshoe is nearby.
This is a real treat of a cottage for couples who wish to discover real Lakeland living as well as being close by the well-known Windermere.
The twin towns of Bowness and Windermere are both vibrant, fun-filled places set within the splendid scenery of the Lake District. Both towns provide a range of amenities, shops and restaurants to suit all tastes whilst Ambleside offers the additional attraction of a boat ride to Bowness, the Lakeside Aquarium and Beatrix Potter's 'Hill Top House' at Sawrey. Grizedale Forest Park is within easy driving distance and is home to a range of activities including many good walks, mountain biking and the 'Go Ape' adventure park. The region also boasts many National Trust properties as well as a variety of water sports for those who prefer a more adrenaline-fuelled trip. Children will enjoy a trip to the 'World of Beatrix Potter' in Bowness whilst the villages of Grasmere, Coniston Water, Kendal, Keswick and the Lakeland Mountains are all within easy reach.
Accommodation
One bedroom: 1 x king-size bedroom.
Bathroom with shower over bath, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Sitting room with dining area and woodburning stove.
Conservatory.
Gas central heating.
Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, dishwasher.
Under stairs worktop freezer & washer/dryer.
Smart TV, WiFi, selection of books, maps, guides and games.
Electricity and gas in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
On lane parking outside property.
Bike store.
Lawned garden with patio, furniture and BBQ.
One well-behaved dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 6 mins walk.
Note: Children are not accepted at this property
Nearby points of interest
- Lake Windermere
- Lake District National Park
- Esthwaite Water
- The World of Beatrix Potter
- Hayes Garden World Ambleside
- Hawkshead Grammar School Museum
- Beatrix Potter Gallery, Hawkshead
- Lakes Aquarium
- Lakeland Motor Museum
Reviews (35)
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Sue
It is in the very nice village of Staveley in Cumbria. The cottage was very comfortable (especially the bed!) and clean. Everything we could possibly need was supplied in the kitchen. Beautiful rhododendron in the church grounds directly opposite to wake up to each morning!
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Neil
Village had everything we needed and beautiful walks nearby
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Jemma
Was missing some basic necessities like olive oil, which would have been handy for cooking, and only 2 toilet rolls were provided for the whole weekâs stay. The bed was comfortable and the garden was lovely - found the house to be quite dark though.