Guests say
The Station House in St Bees is a well-converted property with a prime location close to the beach and local amenities. Guests appreciate the property's character and the convenience of nearby walks and pubs. While some guests have noted issues with maintenance and cleanliness, the unique charm of staying in a former station house and the property's spaciousness have been positively highlighted.
Cleanliness has received mixed reviews. Some guests found the property clean and tidy, while others reported it not being cleaned to their expectations, with occasional reports of a damp smell and untidiness in outdoor areas.
The location is highly praised for its proximity to the beach, local shops, and pubs. The convenience of the train station adjacent to the property is appreciated, although some guests noted the presence of train noise.
Comfort levels are generally good, with specific praise for the shower and living spaces. However, some guests mentioned issues with beds and bedding, and a few found the property smaller than expected.
Facilities are adequate with some rooms well-furnished and a well-equipped kitchen. However, guests have noted maintenance issues such as a broken gate, overgrown garden, and lack of clear recycling instructions.
There is insufficient information to score thoughtfulness accurately. While some guests were disappointed with the lack of a welcome pack, others did not mention this aspect, and it is not clear if gifts are typically provided.
About this property
A piece of locomotive history, this former Station Waiting Room dating back to 1848 was converted in the 1930s into a dwelling with sympathetic internal modernisation. Maintaining its timbered Furness railway structure, the property offers spacious accommodation with the addition of an extension incorporating a private balcony; now a truly, unique and beautiful holiday property. The timber-clad exterior has been carefully preserved and Station House still retains its chocolate box charm. Ideally located on the Cumbrian Coast in the popular village of St Bees at the start of the Coast to Coast Walk, and just a few miles from the Lake District National Park with all the major tourist sites within easy distance.
Inside, Station House has been lovingly decorated to create a warm and welcoming space. The lounge comes complete with plush sofas and a log-effect electric heater, perfect for nights curled up in front of the wall-mounted TV. The kitchen/diner is decorated in a light and airy country style, you'll find everything you need for self-catering holiday. Leading from the kitchen is the bathroom, complete with walk in shower.
The sun lounge is another comfortable place to relax, with doors opening out to the patio and garden.
Leading on from the living areas are the bedrooms, the first being a double room boasting space for a cot, and the second bedroom offers two single beds.
Outside there is ample parking space, and a well-proportioned garden with furniture and a barbecue. The station is a stop on the scenic Cumbrian Coast Line south-west of Carlisle, adjacent to the property is a manned signal box and a level crossing. Located in the centre of the village with all the local amenities close by, this is often the start for many walking enthusiasts beginning the Coast to Coast walk.
The village is just south of St Bees Head, which is the most westerly point of Cumbria and only 50 miles from the Scottish border, offering a dog-friendly beach to spend a day with your canine companion. The Georgian town of Whitehaven is five miles to the north and is known as one of the 40 Gem Towns of England. Just 15 miles south, Ravenglass is a quiet, coastal village with picturesque coastal walks. The Ravenglass and Eskdale Steam Railway is a 15-inch narrow gauge heritage track and the seven-mile line runs from Ravenglass to Dalegarth Station near Boot, in the Valley of Eskdale, in the Lake District.
The Station House is a homely, unique and beautiful chocolate box cottage ideal for couples or families looking for a characterful base from which to explore the Western Lake District and coast.
St Bees is a coastal village and civil parish resting in Cumbria, England. The village has a convenience store and local pub/restaurant for your amenities, whilst the neighbouring town of Whitehaven has a larger choice. Visit St Bees Head Heritage Coast for a range of birdwatching opportunities and access to Fleswick Bay sandy beach. A few miles away from the beautiful Lake District National Park for accessing a range of popular walking trails and cycling opportunities.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin.
Bathroom with walk in shower, hand basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Sitting room with electric fire.
Sun room.
Gas central heating with electric fire.
Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge with ice box, dishwasher, washing machine, TV with Freeview and WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot and highchair available.
Off-road parking for 3 cars.
Enclosed lawned garden and raised terrace with furniture and BBQ.
One well-behaved pet welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.1 miles and pub 0.1 miles
Nearby points of interest
- Scale Force waterfall
- Buttermere Lake
- Wastwater Lake
- Muncaster Castle
- Church of St Olaf
- Wastwater Alpaca Trekking
Reviews (31)
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Alan
The steps to the front door are steep and the hand rail does not feel very sturdy so please beware if you are not good with steps On entering the property there was a strange smell we were not sure whether it was a dog smell or a damp smell either way with the help of a few air fresheners the smell soon disappeared In the main, the house is a bit dated (see photo of hall) apart from the bathroom which has a great shower cubicle. The bathroom window is strangely in the shower cubicle and you cant help but feel that you can be seen from the station platform which must be less than a metre away (if you sing in the shower please remember to close the window or risk the wrath of the waiting passengers
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Mike
Needs a booklet giving information on the property.
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Julian
Cooker, microwave, Netflix (there were remote controls but no obvious appliances) It was unclear how to access the bin and wasnât until the third day when we stumbled across the key. Also as two average size adults we found the bed to be too small and quite uncomfortable. The 9 am leaving time is also a bit early so we left the day before. Overall though we enjoyed our stay and while we probably wonât return we would not hesitate to recommend it to others.