Guests say
Ivy House is a spacious and beautifully located cottage near Penrith, ideal for groups seeking a rural Lake District escape. Guests praise its ample space, modern kitchen, and standout hot tub, as well as its proximity to walks and local attractions. While the property offers comfort and a relaxing atmosphere, several reviews note minor maintenance issues, such as broken appliances, lack of wardrobes, and unclear instructions. Despite these, most guests enjoyed their stay and found the house clean and well-equipped for group gatherings.
Most guests found the property clean and tidy, though a few mentioned areas needing better attention, such as carpets, corners, and the hot tub. Overall, cleanliness was generally good but not flawless.
The location is highly praised for its rural charm, peacefulness, and proximity to the Lake District's attractions and walks. Guests consistently appreciated the setting and convenience for exploring the area.
Guests found the house spacious and the beds generally comfortable, with ample room for groups. Some noted issues with certain beds and bathroom layouts, but overall comfort was rated positively.
The property offers excellent features like a hot tub and modern kitchen, but recurring issues with broken appliances (dishwasher, bins), lack of wardrobes, and unclear instructions were noted. Facilities are good but require better maintenance.
There were no mentions of welcome gifts, and several guests noted the absence of a welcome pack or instructions. While the owner was responsive in some cases, overall thoughtfulness could be improved with clearer communication and small touches. Please note that gifts are not guaranteed.
About this property
The perfect location for exploring the great outdoors, sat in an elevated position alongside the Cumbrian Way with lovely views over Ullswater.. 1 step to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living room: Smart TV, Electric Fire
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer Dryer, Bi-Fold Doors Leading To Garden
Living room 2: Smart TV
Separate Toilet.
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Ensuite: Bath, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Bedroom 3: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Bedroom 4: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Bathroom: Bath, Walk-In Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. . Back garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Hot tub for 5 (private). Bike store. One small dog welcome, to be kept on a lead at all times (sheep country). Private parking for 4 cars. No smoking.. Ivy House has been fully renovated for 2022, bringing this traditional Cumbrian house up to today’s standards and beyond, with four double bedrooms all en-suite with the bedroom at the back having a fantastic copper bath There is a large living room for the family to entertain each other, plus a second sitting room ideal for kids to use as their own, a large kitchen/diner opening out onto the garden with a hot tub and sitting out area where you will be able to soak those magnificent walks away on an evening. A short distance is the tiny village of Dockray which still has its own pub to wander down to for some local fayre. Situated on the fellside adjacent to the Cumbrian Way, with superb views across the valley to the hills around Ullswater. Experience Lakeland at its best, with every kind of outdoor activity on hand. Ivy House is a haven away from the stresses and strains of everyday living and ideal for anyone looking to spend some time amidst the peace and quiet of this beautiful scenery. Walk straight out on to the fells from the door or go pony trekking and see the sights from a different angle (book at nearby Rookin House). Enjoy boating and sailing on Ullswater or take in the magnificent scenery on a launch trip up the lake. A region which offers something for everyone, whichever season you choose to visit – in the winter months, why not join the Lake District ski club and ski on Raise. For enjoyable days out, there are plenty of places to visit, including Aira Force waterfall, Wetheriggs Pottery Museum and Penrith Castle. Also, in the area surrounding Penrith is the wonderful Rheged Discovery Centre, Lowther Leisure and Wildlife Park, Dalemain Historic House and Gardens and beautiful Hutton in the Forest. The lakes and fells to the south are easily reached or go north to the charming villages and historic sites in the Borders. Beach 34 miles. Pub 2½ miles.
Free WiFi
Small dog/s only allowed.
Pets must be kept on a lead at all times.
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Reviews (20)
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Confirmed Guest
Lovely house, great location. A folder with instructions for hot tub, appliances etc would be helpful. Would happily go here again.
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Ben F
It would be nice if they finished it. Having read previous reviews, it was disappointing to experience many of the same unresolved issues.Ivy House is spacious, beautifully located and ideal for larger groups, with an en-suite for every bedroom. However, it feels unfinished, poorly maintained and not as clean as expected. There are no wardrobes, the kitchen lacks basic equipment, several items were broken, and the hot tub and its damaged cover appeared poorly maintained.These issues could be easily resolved, and with better cleaning, maintenance and equipment, this could be an excellent holiday property.
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Christine
We stayed for 2 nights as a group of 6 and on the whole had a fab time, the house is immaculately clean and beautifully furnished, beds are comfy and the hottub is the star of the show, and was much appreciated by our aching muscles after a day of paddleboarding! The location is fab, far enough away from things to make you feel like you're getting away from the world, but plenty to do, shops and cafes in driving distance. However, there were some niggly things where I'd just expect better for the price we paid (£910 for 2 nights) - our first night we had no water anywhere but the downstairs toilets and kitchen sink, so couldn't take any showers and all had to brush our teeth in the kitchen sink. Our lovely en suites were essentially decorative. We did get in touch with the owner the next morning and he talked me through how to reset the water pump, which I just feel leaving some simple instructions would've prevented this. Instructions for the hot tub, ovens and thermostats would've been really helpful aswell. The garden furniture is in a rotten state, with the chairs having broken arms, so was pretty much unusable. And lastly, there are no sockets on a counter anywhere in the kitchen. We had to plug in the toaster and kettle on the floor at the other end of the room! Given how modern the kitchen is, this was very unexpected. I think if these little things were sorted, we'd probably book again.