Guests say
Hilltoft Barn is praised for its peaceful location, proximity to walks and a local pub, and serves as a superb base for exploring the Lakes. Guests enjoy the comfortable beds, cosy lounge, and the property's potential, despite noting it could benefit from more care.
Reviews indicate a satisfactory level of cleanliness with some concerns over dust and cobwebs. However, the property is generally found to be clean, with specific praise for its well-kept state in some reviews.
The location is highly regarded for its tranquillity, beautiful surroundings, and convenience for walking and exploring the Lake District, with a local pub nearby adding to the appeal.
Guests find the beds comfortable and the lounge cosy. The property is described as inviting and suitable for relaxation, although some minor issues are noted that could enhance overall comfort.
Facilities are adequate but several reviews mention recurring issues with the freezer, shower, and kitchen tap. Maintenance appears to be a concern, with guests suggesting that addressing these issues would significantly improve the experience.
While guests appreciate the amenities provided, there is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness. Therefore, it is not possible to assess this category based on the available reviews.
About this property
In a tranquil location, this beautifully finished barn conversion is an ideal spot for a couple or two to enjoy a Lake District break..
Ground Floor:
Living room: (6 Steps), 32" Freeview TV, DVD Player, Patio Doors Leading To Patio
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer Dryer
Bedroom 1: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Wet Room: Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 2: Galleried, Double (4ft 6in) Bed.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair. . Courtyard with garden furniture. Bike store. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: There are 6 steps in the courtyard.. Hilltoft Barn is a large, detached barn conversion in the peaceful Cumbrian village of Dockray, just a few miles from Ullswater. This beautiful property has a mezzanine level master bedroom and provides high quality accommodation for up to four people looking to explore the Lake District around Ullswater. Entering at ground level, you take in the glorious oak beams within the property. There is a twin bedroom also on this level, as well as dining area and a well-equipped kitchen, which boasts a stone-hidden oven hood and further oak finishes consistent with the charm of the property. The spacious living room has large patio doors welcoming in the sunshine, and from here a wooden staircase leads up to a delightful mezzanine level double bedroom, furnished in oak.
Outside, there is plenty of space to enjoy the peace and tranquillity of the area. You can take in the stunning views from the private furnished patio, and there is ample gravelled space to take in the vistas from all angles.
Dockray is a tiny village, but still has its own pub to wander down to for some local fayre, and the gorgeous Aira Force Waterfall is a short walk away. Further on are the ample attractions of the Lake District around Ullswater.
Energetic pursuits abound, with cycling a particularly good option, or maybe try the National Trust’s walk around Aira Force and the Gowbarrow Trail. Shop 4 miles, pub and restaurant 110 yards.
Free WiFi
There are steps within the property.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Reviews (25)
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Ann-Marie Lupton
This is our 5th stay in Hilltoft Barn. Whilst it is not 5star, and it could be with a little more TLC, it is a beautiful property and great value for money. We had 3 power outages whilst there as a result of extremely high winds from storm Bran. The longest period was 4 hours. There was just one battery operated lamp and as the oven is electric we had no means of cooking our evening meal and no heating. The whole village was without power and the only pub was closed for renovation. We did have a cold supper. A log burner would be lovely in this property. Some candles would have been useful also. Whilst this was a rare event and inconvenient, we are not put off from returning.
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Kendal Lavery
The location of this cottage is wonderful, it’s peaceful, lots of walks around and near a lovely pub. Unfortunately it’s a little uncared for. There’s a blind in the main bedroom that doesn’t work and looking in the visitors book, it was noted o er a year ago. It just feels a little uncared for. But that’s all forgiven because of the location.
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Lesley Whitehouse
This property comes with a large BUT……We stayed here 2years ago and there were issues; freezer didn’t work, outside lights didn’t work , blind broken, tile broken , shower not great, utensils needed looking at etc etc - however , the location, outlook & design is great and works for us for an event we do.. so, we returned… the shower wasn’t working & a new one was waiting inside the front door when we arrived! The freezer still isn’t working, the main windows had hand prints all over them, a curtain tie back fell out of the wall, the outside lights still don’t work , and a single rubber oven glove isn’t great. The letting company contacted us about the shower too late as we had already arrived.. but, they were great, offered other accommodation, or a refund, or, because we were committed to staying there with events planned , we got a partial refund. The shower was replaced on the Tuesday and is working fine. The owners really need to get a grip here. It’s a great property that deserves more TLC. We still enjoyed the stay, sitting out watching sheepdogs work is our bag. And it’s a superb base for walking, riding or heading deeper into the Lakes. We both feel for the cleaners as it’s a barn conversion with very high cobwebs that need a specialist duster!