Guests say
Gorse Bank is a spacious and comfortable cottage in a peaceful village setting, ideal for exploring the Lake District. Guests praise its well-equipped kitchen, large garden, and proximity to excellent local shops and pubs. The property is clean and well-maintained, with thoughtful touches such as welcome treats occasionally provided. Some minor issues were noted, including limited fridge space, steep steps, and a need for improved window coverings and living room seating for larger groups. Overall, guests enjoyed their stay and found the cottage a great base for family holidays.
Most guests found the property very clean and well-maintained, with only a few mentioning areas for improvement such as needing to clean pans or suggesting better quality bedding and towels.
The location is highly praised for its quiet, picturesque village atmosphere and easy access to local shops, pubs, and Lake District attractions.
Guests found the cottage spacious and beds comfortable, though some noted limited seating in the living room for larger groups and steep steps that may challenge those with mobility issues.
The cottage is well-equipped with a large kitchen, utility room, and garden. Some guests mentioned minor maintenance issues such as the wet room drainage, small fridge, and window coverings, but overall facilities met expectations.
Several guests appreciated welcome gifts like biscuits, scones, or wine, and helpfulness from the owners. Please note that such gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
A semi-detached, three-storey cottage, located in a quiet corner of Broughton-in-Furness on the quiet south west corner of the Lake District. This cottage has been lovingly restored by the current owners to provide spacious, well-equipped accommodation which is ideal for a family or a group of friends wishing to get together and enjoy this largely undiscovered area. This cottage features an open plan living area with a warm and cosy woodburning stove, a delightful summer room, a modern kitchen and four well laid out bedrooms. Just a two-minute walk from the cottage is the charming town centre with its beautiful square lined with Georgian houses and the local pubs and restaurants.
Just six miles away is Coniston Water and for the more energetic there are the challenging fells of The Old Man of Coniston and Wetherlam, which offer a stiff challenge. Visit the market town of Ulverston, or explore a little further on the coastline to Ennerdale and the magnificent Scafell Pike, the tallest point in England and probably the most beautiful area in Lakeland. A wonderful cottage, to be enjoyed at any time of the year.
Broughton-in-Furness is situated in the south of the Lake District, six miles from Coniston Water. The village has a square which is enclosed by shops, pubs and homes.
Accommodation
Four bedrooms with TV: 2 x double, 1 x single, 1 x second floor twin.
Shower room with shower, basin and WC.
Ground floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove.
Summer room.
Gas central heating with woodburning stove.
Gas oven, 7-ring gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, 5 x TV with Freeview, DVD, radio, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs.
Fuel and power included in rent, extra fuel for stove can be arranged with owner.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot and highchair on request.
Off road parking for 1 car, additional roadside parking available.
Lawned garden to rear with furniture.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shops and pubs 2 mins walk.
Note: Access to lawned garden is via approx 5 ascending steps.
Please contact Sykes before booking if your stay is for work purposes; you will need to advise the nature of your work.
Reviews (47)
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Jane
it was good value. But i do think there is room for improvment . Think the cleanliness could be better. And i think better quality bedding and towels are needed . There is four bedrooms. but did feel cramped in the down stairs living space.
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Ruth
Ideal place for visiting this side of the lakes. Haverthwaite railway/lake boat trip highly recommended. The property is comfortable but basic. Very clean etc. but lacking any luxuries, but would revisit.
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John
Thank you for the great stay