Dunmail House
ID: S1328304
- Bedrooms 3
- ・ Sleeps 6
- ・ Pets 2
Guests say
Dunmail House receives glowing feedback for its cosy atmosphere, beautiful views over Morecambe Bay, and excellent location for exploring the Lake District and surrounding areas. Guests consistently praise the comfortable beds, well-equipped kitchen, and spacious, tastefully decorated rooms. The proximity to a highly rated pub and local attractions is a highlight. While a few guests mention minor issues such as driveway access and occasional maintenance needs, the overall experience is overwhelmingly positive, with many guests eager to return.
Multiple reviews highlight the property as very clean and well-presented, with spotless kitchens and bathrooms. Only one review mentions the house looking a little tired in places, but this does not detract significantly from the overall impression.
The location is frequently praised for its convenience to local attractions, peaceful setting, and stunning views. The proximity to a popular pub and easy access to the Lake District are repeatedly mentioned as major positives.
Guests consistently describe the house as cosy, warm, and comfortable, with special mention of the beds and spacious rooms. The house is noted for being a relaxing and peaceful retreat, suitable for families and groups.
The property is described as very well equipped, with ample amenities and thoughtful touches. Some minor suggestions for improvement include updating patio cushions and providing shower gel/shampoo. The driveway is noted as narrow and steep, which may be challenging for larger vehicles or in icy conditions.
Hosts are repeatedly praised for their helpfulness and prompt communication. One review mentions a left-behind teddy being posted back, showing care for guests' needs. Please note that such thoughtful gestures are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
With views over Morecambe Bay and a pub across the road, this house is a great base from which to explore or simply relax..
Ground Floor:
Living room: 40" Freeview TV, Books, Games, Woodburner
Dining room: Open Fire
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher
Wet Room: Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request)
Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 3: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Gas central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for open fire and wood burner included. Travel cot and highchair available on request. Welcome pack. . Lawned garden with terrace and garden furniture. Private parking for 3 cars. No smoking. Please note: There are 7 steps and a sloping terrace in the garden.. This recently renovated family home has been refurbished in 2020 to a very good standard while keeping some of the existing features such as original wooden flooring. There is an open fire in the cosy dining room, where you get the feel of being in a traditional Cumbrian cottage, or you can relax in the sitting room in front of the wood burner. The three double bedrooms have fantastic views, and the beds are of a good standard to ensure you get a great nights’ sleep. Unlimited Wi-Fi and a selection of maps, books and games are provided for guests to enjoy. Sit back and relax in the beautiful tiered garden whilst watching the sunset with a glass of your favourite tipple. Make use of the landscaped patio for outdoor dining or retreat to the pub, literally across the road, where a warm welcome and good food will await you.
The property is set in the sleepy village of Allithwaite, just under 2 miles from Grange-over-Sands. The neighbouring village of Cartmel, with its 12th-century priory and racecourse, is also just under 2 miles away.
Dunmail House is the ideal holiday home for visiting the Lake District National Park, as you are not far from any of the main routes to take you around the Lakes, and Lake Windermere is only 9 miles away. Other nearby places include Holker Hall, Sizergh Castle, Grizedale Forest and the Lakeland Motor Museum. Kendal, Bowness and Windermere are 30 minutes away.
The limestone outcrop of Humphrey Head and its nature reserve, where the last wolf in England was allegedly seen in 1390, is just under 2 miles away. It offers a tranquil circular walk taking in the stunning views and returning through a picturesque wood where wildlife is abundant. Skydiving Northwest is in Flookburgh, 2½ miles away, and Grange-over-Sands offers golfing. Cycle trails such as the Cartmel Cycle Loop are popular. Train links provide services to Kents Bank, Grange-over-Sands, Arnside, Silverdale (for rspb Leighton Moss), Ulverston, for its market town with cobbled streets and appealing shops, and Lancaster, for its busy, student vibe. There is a village shop ¼ mile away and Grange-over-Sands has a wide range of amenities, along with the promenade and ornamental gardens. Whether you enjoy biking, hiking, water sports or shopping, or simply taking in the magnificent scenery of mountains and lakes, Dunmail House is an ideal location to achieve all of this. Shop ¼ mile, pub and restaurant 100 yards.
Free WiFi
One or more beds can be linked to form double or twin beds (please advise the owner of your preference soon after booking).
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Nearby points of interest
- Lakeland Motor Museum
- Laurel and Hardy 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 (20)
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Lynn Challinor
A fabulous, spacious and comfy house, great views over the bay and easy access to lots of areas like Cartmel and Grange over Sands. Local pub is great for food and dog friendy
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Stacey
We recently stayed at this house and I have nothing but good things to say about it! Clean, comfy, and a lovely location. We left our child’s teddy behind and they kindly emailed and posted it to us. Would definitely recommend. Thank you for a lovely stay ♥️
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Craig Fowler
Really comfortable cottage ideally placed to explore the south lakes, and also only an hour to Keswick. Great pub with great food pretty much on the doorstep. Would highly recommend.