Garth End is a highly praised holiday cottage in Cumbria, renowned for its immaculate condition, spacious and comfortable interiors, and thoughtful touches. Guests appreciate the convenient location next to a welcoming pub, though one mention of its temporary closure was noted. The property is celebrated for its dog-friendly amenities and the owner, Lisa, is commended for her attention to detail and generous hospitality.
Reviewers consistently describe the property as immaculate, spotless, and exceptionally clean, indicating a very high standard of cleanliness maintained by the host.
The property's location is frequently praised for its convenience to local attractions and the adjacent pub, although one guest was disappointed by the pub's temporary closure. Overall, the location is considered ideal for exploring the Lake District and surrounding areas.
Guests find the cottage very spacious, comfortable, and well-furnished, with ample space for families and multiple couples. The presence of multiple reception rooms and en-suite bathrooms adds to the comfort level.
The property is lauded for its well-equipped kitchen, high-quality furnishings, and additional amenities such as picnic equipment and dog facilities. One suggestion for a boot washing facility indicates a minor area for improvement.
The host's thoughtfulness is evident through personal touches, welcome packs, and treats for both guests and pets. While these gestures are highly appreciated, it is politely noted that such extras, though likely, are not guaranteed for every stay.
Appleby-in-Westmorland 4 miles. A spectacular property situated within the setting of the Cumbrian countryside and tucked away just a short distance from the bustling market town of Appleby-in-Westmorland. This spacious accommodation has been renovated to a superb standard and is suited for a group of families and friends seeking to explore the area’s wealth of attractions and activities. Take in the grandeur of the stone-built exterior, before stepping through the door and into the entrance hallway and admiring the touch of opulence this property exudes from the outset. Certain to entice any budding chefs of the group is the sleek kitchen, boasting contemporary units and everything you could possibly need to cater for yourself, including the central island unit, which makes a great spot for enjoying a glass of wine as dinner simmers on the hob. Make the most of the electric hob and oven, microwave, fridge/freezer and dishwasher, as well as the Tassimo Vivy 2 coffee machine, so that you don’t have to miss out on the small pleasures. Once dinner is served, regroup with your loved ones at the dining table, enjoying upcycled furnishings ensuring a seamless blend of tradition and contemporary, as you tuck into your home-cooked meal. Next to here, you will find the utility room, complete with a washing machine so that you can wash and dry your clothes after an action-packed day exploring. The clever blend of traditional and contemporary is continued into the sitting room, where plush furnishings surround a woodburning stove, offering a gentle warmth as you tune into the 32inch Smart TV with Freeplay or ask Alexa to play your favourite radio station of an evening. The snug room offers an alternative space in which to unwind of an evening and boasts a superb selection of books, games and a 50inch 4k Smart TV with Freeplay, streaming player with 1000s of available channels and DVD player. As the evening draws to a close, venture up the staircase and be spoilt for choice by the three elegantly-appointed bedrooms that await you. Discover a super-king-size bedroom, a king-size bedroom with en-suite shower and an additional king-size bedroom with en-suite shower, each one boasting crisp white sheets that you can look forward to snuggling under after a busy day exploring. Concluding the first floor is the deluxe family bathroom, complete with a sleek walk-in shower, a freestanding bath, basin and WC. To the outside of the property, an elegant dining table offers an opportunity for alfresco dining, pop open a bottle of fizz and toast to a wonderful holiday with your loved ones, whilst admiring the stunning setting. For days where you do not feel like cooking, why not head to the New Crown Inn next door, which has an excellent reputation, offering pre-booked Cooked Breakfasts, Picnics and Afternoon Teas, as well as walk-in Lunches, Evening Meals and Takeaways. Alternatively, venture to the market town of Appleby-in-Westmorland, where you will find a superb selection of pubs and eateries, serving locally produced food. The town, famous for its horse fair is filled with a great deal of interest and charm; immerse yourself in the local history by spending time exploring the well-preserved Norman Castle with the fine medieval Church of St. Lawrence. For train enthusiasts, head to the station to catch a glimpse of one of the old steam trains that wend their way along the famous Settle-Carlisle railway line. With the cottage resting between the Lake District National Park and the Yorkshire Dales, guests can enjoy the contrasting scenery of these two National Parks, plus numerous walking and cycling opportunities. Other places within the surrounding area, which are well worth a visit includes the town of Penrith, the cathedral city of Carlisle and the second largest lake in the Lake District, Ullswater. Garth End promises to be a wonderful getaway, enjoyed at any time of the year.
Appleby-in-Westmorland is a town resting on the loop of River Eden and is overlooked by the North Pennines, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with the Lake District Fells. With its superb location, between the Lakes and Yorkshire Dales, you will have a plethora of walking and cycling opportunities from here. Within the town itself, you will find selection of quality independent shops, cafes and delicatessens selling locally produced food and crafts.
Three bedrooms: 1 x super-king-size (zip/link beds, can be made into twins on request), 1 x king-size (zip/link, can be made into twins on request) with en-suite shower over bath, basin and WC, 1 x king-size with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Bathroom with walk-in shower, separate freestanding bath, basin and WC.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Electric hob and oven, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, Tassimo Vivy 2 coffee machine, Utility.
Dining room.
Sitting room with woodburning stove.
Snug with sofa bed
Oil central heating and woodburning stove.
50” 4k Smart TV with Freeplay, DVD player and Netflix, 32 inch Smart TV with Freeplay, Streaming player with 1000s of available channels and Netflix, Amazon Echo, selection of books and games.
Travel cot and highchair available.
WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for three cars.
Patio area with table and chairs, planted enclosed garden area and area with washing line.
Three well behaved small to medium dogs welcome.
Sorry, no smoking allowed.
Shop 2.8 miles, pub within 0.1 miles
Marcus
Fantastic communication with the owner. Would highly recommend
Alpa
While online reviews for the property are thin, the host had a guest book that only sang praises of both the host and the house. Would visit again.
Naomi
We had a great stay.
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