Guests say
Guests generally find 4 Greencross Cottages to be a cosy, well-equipped retreat with a homely feel. The property receives praise for its comfortable furnishings, generous welcome pack, and responsiveness to issues. While some minor concerns about maintenance and cleanliness are noted, the overall experience is positive, with many guests enjoying their stay and recommending the cottage for a peaceful holiday.
The cottage is often described as clean and tidy, with a few mentions of cobwebs and a mouldy shower mat. The high ceilings may pose a challenge for thorough cleaning, but the general impression is of a well-kept property.
The location is appreciated for its convenience to the Lakes, West Yorkshire, and Morecambe, with easy parking and a village atmosphere. Some guests mention road noise and the closure of local amenities, but the overall sentiment is that the location is handy for visits.
Comfort is a strong point, with guests finding the bedrooms spacious and the beds very comfortable. The living areas are described as cosy and homely, contributing to a pleasant stay.
Facilities are generally well-regarded, with a well-equipped kitchen and modern bathroom. Some maintenance issues are noted, such as a broken dishwasher handle and a damp patch, but the cottage is equipped with amenities like Amazon Prime and a washing machine, enhancing the stay.
The welcome pack is frequently mentioned and highly appreciated, indicating a level of thoughtfulness from the hosts. However, it should be noted that such gestures, while common, are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
A delightful, stone-built, terraced cottage dating back to 1637, on a quiet lane just a stone's throw from the centre of the pretty Lakeland village of Burton-in-Kendal. Fully refurbished, decorated and furnished to an excellent standard throughout, this cosy cottage provides warm and welcoming accommodation, with a sitting room with old beams, a gas-fired stove and two delightful bedrooms; an inviting retreat for those wishing to get away from it all and enjoy this lovely area. This is a first class cottage ideal for a romantic break and with many pretty walks and cycle routes available from the doorstep, the Yorkshire Dales and Lake District National Parks are easy to reach, as is the Arnside and Silverdale AONB and Morecambe Bay. Close by is the Lune Valley, a favourite haunt of the artist Turner, and the medieval Devil's Bridge at Kirkby Lonsdale, which is well worth a visit. Morecambe Bay, Silverdale and Arnside are within easy reach, as are Settle, Clapham and Ingleton. A welcoming cottage, ideal whatever the time of year.
Burton-in-Kendal is a village which has a Post Office/general store, a butcher and a pub that serves good food. It lies 3 miles from the market town of Kirkby Lonsdale, and 7 miles from Kendal, the gateway to the Lake District.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x super king-size, 1 x single with pull-out stacker bed.
Bathroom with bath, separate shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Sitting room with gas fire and dining area.
Gas central heating with gas stove in sitting room.
Electric oven, ceramic hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD/CD player, WiFi, selection of books and games.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot and highchair.
Roadside parking available.
Patio area with furniture and BBQ.
One well-behaved dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 3 mins walk.
Note: This property is close to the A6070, and as such, some road noise may be audible at busy times.
Nearby points of interest
- Lancaster Castle
- Lakes Aquarium
- Lakeland Motor Museum
- The World of Beatrix Potter
- Lancaster University
Reviews (34)
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Del
We enjoyed our time there. We traveled for sight seeing during the day and returned each night to relax and rest. The washer/dryer was a nice bonus.
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Deborah
System defaulted to just 7 degrees every few hours and had to be manually increased....not the cosy Christmas we had envisioned. Contact with owner/caretaker the day after arrival resulted in the problem being resolved by mid afternoon, but it meant we stayed in throughout Christmas Eve to ensure the system was fixed. There are a couple of other points that have been raised by previous tenants that haven't been addressed, such as the broken handle on the dishwasher and very unattractive patch of damp on the landing - there was also an extremely dirty non slip mat in the bath. The cottage didn't feel as well cared for as others we have stayed in. We did, however, appreciate the Christmas tree which we had requested.
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Linda
The furniture is very comfortable, as are the beds. The kitchen is spacious and well equipped with everything we needed for a week's self catering. (a bit short on table knives though!). The Wifi is strong and we had phone signals. The road noise did not disturb us in the house. The parking on the lane was easy, and we were able to unload and load the car in the back yard area. HOWEVER, the heating system had a mind of its own. We arrived at 3pm. The house was freezing. The thermostat was set at 7 degrees!! We were able to increase it but the timer switched it off when it felt like it - down to 7 degrees again. The timing mechanism is unavailable to guests. Every morning my husband had to get up early, go downstairs, increase the temperature on the thermostat, and go back to bed. The temp in the bedroom was 10.4 degrees according to our alarm clock one morning. The bathroom never did heat up properly. This is not suitable for winter guests. One other thing - an earlier review mentioned the handle on the dishwasher was broken. It still is. We coped, and apart from the heating issues, were happy with the cottage.