Guests say
Old Peat Cottage has received mixed feedback, with guests praising its cosy atmosphere, beautiful decor, and suitability for pets. Its location offers easy access to Lake District attractions and provides a peaceful countryside experience. However, some guests have raised concerns about dampness, maintenance issues, and the challenging nature of the stairs.
Guests that stayed at this property said
Reviews indicate significant cleanliness issues, including dampness, mould, and encounters with slugs. Some guests found the property well-cleaned, but the negative experiences heavily impact the score.
The cottage is appreciated for its peaceful countryside setting and proximity to Lake District attractions. However, some guests had difficulty locating the property, slightly affecting the score.
Guests have reported the cottage as cosy and the bed comfortable, but issues with a cold and damp environment, hard seating, and a tiny shower room have been noted, reducing the comfort level.
While the cottage is described as well-equipped by some, several guests have reported on the lack of heating, overgrown garden, and poor maintenance of facilities, leading to a lower score.
There is no consistent mention of welcome gifts or additional thoughtful touches provided by the hosts, and as such, it is not possible to accurately score this category.
About this property
Perched in the peaceful hamlet of Beanthwaite near Grizebeck in Cumbria, is this charming semi-detached cottage, The Old Peat Cottage. Boasting a fantastic location on the edge of the Lake District National Park, The Old Peat Cottage makes for a wonderful dwelling for a couple looking to embark on their next adventure. Make use of your private roadside parking space, before being greeted by a delightful front patio with bench, where you can look forward to savouring your morning coffee as you watch the world go by. Step into the open-plan living space, where you can rustle up culinary delights in the well-equipped kitchen; there is also a handy washer/dryer for keeping your holiday wardrobe fresh! Settle down at the intimate dining table to tuck-in to a delicious meal, as you pop open a bottle of fizz and toast to a memorable getaway. Afterwards, retire to the plush sofa where you can snuggle up in the warmth of the log effect fire and select the evening’s entertainment, courtesy of the Smart TV. Completing the ground floor is a well-appointed shower room, where you can indulge in a refreshing rinse after a day of exploring. Make your way up to the first floor to catch your rest in the beautifully-decorated king-size bedroom, with plenty of storage and served by a cloakroom. Escape to Cumbria with a stay at Old Peat Cottage. Note: This property can be booked with Ref. 1118421 together sleeping up to 7 guests.
Grizebeck is located on the edge of the Lake District National Park and offers breath-taking panoramic views of the Furness Fells, the Coniston Mountains, and the Duddon Estuary. Grizebeck, which is located in a lovely rural area, is ideal for anyone who wish to get away from it all for a while. The local garage has a little store that is perfect for essentials, and there is a tavern in the village that serves evening meals and local beers. You can reach Kirkby-in-Furness, a community with a general shop, two pubs, and a train station, in a short amount of time by car. The market town of Ulverston, which is located east of Kirkby-in-Furness, is widely known for its seasonal street markets and festivals. The town of Broughton-in-Furness, which contains three pubs, Beswicks Restaurant, a bakery, two cafés, a deli, a butcher, a post office, and tourist information, is also reachable within a short drive. If you want to partake in some Lakeland activities, Coniston is a short drive away and Windermere is also easily accessible by car. Grizebeck is in a prime location for exploring a number of Lake District sites, such as the Ravenglass Railway, the South Lakes Animal Park close to Dalton, and Dalton Castle, Muncaster Castle, and the South Lakes Animal Park.
Accommodation
One king-size bedroom.
Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin, and WC.
First-floor cloakroom with basin and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, Electric oven and ceramic hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, and washing machine.
Dining, Sitting area with log effect electric fire
Halogen heating with log effect electric fire and electric wall heaters.
Smart TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Private roadside parking available.
Front enclosed garden with patio and furniture.
Two well-behaved small-sized dogs welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 0.7 miles.
Note: The stairs to the first-floor are space saving and half open-tread, not suitable for those with lower mobility.
Note: Sofa bed available for one adult or two children.
Note: Please bring your own logs for the fire.
Reviews (9)
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Catherine
Well equipped, tastefully decorated and a very comfy bed. What a lovely touch that a box of shortbread, a Terry's Chocolate Orange and breadsticks were left out for our arrival. Very much appreciated with a mug of tea after a long journey. We will be back again. Thank you.
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Christopher
Ran out of hot water while showering. Where to park needs to be clearer. Garden is mentioned in the listing as a selling point but is majorly overgrown so should be maintained. Asked to strip bed covers before leaving but told to leave pillow protectors and mattress protectors on so no idea when they were last changed (they were stained as was the duvet) The stairs need to be pictured in the listing with a clear description as not everyone would manage going up and down safely (steep and narrow)
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Romy-leigh
Beautiful location with easy access to several locations around the Lake District, amazing views from the cottage, very quirky interior with paddle stairs which we loved. Bed was lovely and comfortable! Would highly recommend