2 Cark House
ID: S3894
- Bedrooms 1
- ・ Sleeps 2
- ・ Pets No
Guests say
2 Cark House is a well-received apartment in Cumbria, praised for its spaciousness, cleanliness, and beautiful location. Guests appreciate the well-equipped kitchen, the property's character, and the proximity to local amenities and scenic walks. Some concerns were raised about the comfort of the beds and the lack of Wi-Fi, but the overall sentiment is positive, with many guests willing to recommend the property.
The apartment consistently receives high marks for cleanliness, with guests describing it as pristine, perfectly clean, and well-maintained. This suggests a high standard of cleanliness throughout the property.
The location is highly regarded for its quietness, proximity to local shops, pubs, and scenic areas. It's also noted for good road and rail links, making it an excellent base for exploring the region.
While many guests find the apartment comfortable and relaxing, there are several mentions of the beds being uncomfortable or too low. The comfort of the beds seems to be a recurring issue, affecting the overall comfort score.
The apartment is praised for its well-equipped kitchen and spacious rooms. However, there are several mentions of maintenance issues such as non-working lights and the absence of Wi-Fi, which impacts the score.
There are no specific mentions of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the property owner. Therefore, it is not possible to provide a score in this category.
About this property
An extremely spacious, luxury ground floor apartment, superbly located in the pretty mill village of Cark in Cartmel. Very well appointed throughout, this Cark in Cartmel self-catering apartment is ideal for couples wishing to stay in peaceful surroundings but have access to all the fine restaurants and attractions this area has to offer. Set within a former gentleman's residence, a listed building which has been very tastefully converted into six apartments, this Cark in Cartmel holiday apartment boasts high ceilings and has one bedroom, one bathroom, a fine sitting room offering views across the shared grounds and a fully fitted kitchen with a dining area.
The pleasant shared grounds of this Cark in Cartmel apartment provide a perfect space to enjoy the tranquil surroundings, with a small river running through the grounds - an ideal place to sit and relax with a refreshing drink. The quaint old mill village of Cark has a popular pub serving food, and a local shop. A gentle walk from this Cark in Cartmel holiday apartment takes you to Holker Hall, with its fine gardens, deer and food hall offering excellent local produce. The slightly larger village of Cartmel is less than a 5 minute drive away, and is famous for both its medieval priory and the L'Enclume restaurant.
The village even has its own racecourse, and interesting shops including the Cartmel Village Shop where speciality puddings can be purchased including the scrumptious sticky toffee pudding. A branch line runs through Cark from the Edwardian town of Grange-over-Sands, up the Cumbrian coast and eventually on to Carlisle. With the Lake District National Park a short drive away and the Cumbrian Coast to explore, this Cark in Cartmel holiday apartment is a perfect base, any time of the year. Note: This property can be booked with Ref. 17831, to accommodate 5.
The small village of Cark in Cartmel lies just a couple of miles from its more famous neighbour, Cartmel, in lovely Lakeland countryside. Cark is a stop on the Furness railway, and visitors to the village will enjoy a stroll to the local beach, or a quiet pint in one of the two friendly pubs. Holker Hall house and deer park are just a short walk from Cark. Cartmel is renowned for its racecourse, and the town is well served with a selection of shops, traditional pubs and a Michelin starred restaurant. There is so much to enjoy in the area, from country walks to boat trips on Windermere or a trip to the seaside resort of Grange over Sands. A great Lakeland base for your holiday.
Accommodation
All ground floor.
One double bedroom.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Large fitted kitchen with dining area featuring solid oak table.
Spacious sitting room.
Gas central heating.
Electric oven, ceramic hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, TV with FreeSat, DVD, selection of DVDs, iPod dock, Nespresso coffee machine.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot on request.
Off road parking for 1 car.
Shared lawned gardens to front and rear with furniture.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop and pub 2 mins walk.
Note: Property is alongside a river, children should be supervised at all times.
Nearby points of interest
- Laurel and Hardy Museum
- Lakeland Motor Museum
- Lakes Aquarium
- South Lakes Safari Zoo
- The World of Beatrix Potter
- Hawkshead Grammar School Museum
- Beatrix Potter Gallery, Hawkshead
- Lancaster Castle
- Esthwaite Water
- Lancaster University
Reviews (58)
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Robert
Very spacious house with beautiful gardens.
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Lucy
Some people may not have a problem with the bed however. It is a large spacious apartment in a beautiful location and very clean
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Nick
Quiet location. No WiFi. A half pint of milk and some soap would have been appreciated on arrival