Acorn Cottage, Grasmere
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Booked Date Available Date
- Max. Occupancy 4
- Bedrooms 2
- Bathrooms 1
- Changeover Saturday
- Pets Allowed
- Towels Provided
- Linen Provided
- Dishwasher
- Cooker
- Fridge
- Washing Machine
- Television
- High Chair
- Cots
- Kettle
- Garden
- Log Burner
- Wifi
- Pub Nearby
Accommodation Details
2 bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin (can be set up as a king if requested), house shower room with walk in shower, basin and wc. Sitting room with dining area. Kitchen.
Perched on a rocky ledge, slightly removed from the village centre, Acorn Cottage is a timber-built property with a magical feel. The views are just lovely, and the surrounding woodland makes the perfect backdrop for a fairy tale cottage. The house is approached by stone steps leading to the front door. Stepping inside guests will be thrilled with their choice of hideaway with its traditional features, wood beams, stable door and feature stone fireplace. The décor is stylish and tasteful, and the furnishings inviting and comfortable. A deep-cushioned sofa and generous armchairs are clustered around the wood burning stove, while a pretty glass panelled door hints at the beauty outside. There is plenty of space for boots and coats in the under stairs area, which in turn takes guests to the two lovely bedrooms. A spacious king size room can be made up as two twin beds if requested in advance, and the very pretty double room is temptingly cosy, with luxury bedding and traditional cottage door. Upstairs is the gorgeous house shower room with reviving walk-in monsoon shower. The smart kitchen is a delight; modern, bright and very well equipped. Parking for the cottage is on the lane outside and is suitable for a small to medium sized vehicle. Grasmere is a wonderful location for a holiday in the Lake District. Home to the famous Grasmere Gingerbread, Wordsworth’s Dove Cottage, a churchyard steeped in history and with a fine array of tearooms and restaurants around every corner. The sophisticated village of Ambleside is a short drive away, and there are wonderful walks around Rydall Water, Loughrigg and Easedale Tarn to enjoy.
Situated in the heart of the Lake District National Park is the lovely village of Grasmere, probably best known as the home of William Wordsworth, a place he once described as "The most loveliest spot that man hath found". Any visit to Grasmere needs to include The Grasmere Gingerbread shop, where the Wilson family have been making gingerbread for over 60 years. Also in the village are a number of shops, pubs, a church which dates back to the 13th century and Grasmere Lake, plus Grasmere Sports takes place every August, where you can watch participants compete in a variety of sports, including Cumberland Wrestling. Just five miles away is the town of Ambleside and Lake Winderemere where you will find shops, pubs, restaurants and the 17th century Bridge House, which is one of the most photographed buildings in the Lake District. Cruises, boat trips and watersports can all be enjoyed on Lake Windermere and the towns of Windermere and Keswick are also within driving distance. Grasmere is a wonderful base for your Lake District retreat.
Amenities & Facilities
Gas central heating and wood burning stove. Electric oven, top oven with microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washer/dryer, TV, DVD, CD player. Power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Private parking for one car. Sitting out area. Shops and pubs in nearby village. One small dog welcome. No logs provided.
Location Details
Situated in the heart of the Lake District National Park is the lovely village of Grasmere, probably best known as the home of William Wordsworth, a place he once described as "The most loveliest spot that man hath found". Any visit to Grasmere needs to include The Grasmere Gingerbread shop, where the Wilson family have been making gingerbread for over 60 years. Also in the village are a number of shops, pubs, a church which dates back to the 13th century and Grasmere Lake, plus Grasmere Sports takes place every August, where you can watch participants compete in a variety of sports, including Cumberland Wrestling. Just five miles away is the town of Ambleside and Lake Winderemere where you will find shops, pubs, restaurants and the 17th century Bridge House, which is one of the most photographed buildings in the Lake District. Cruises, boat trips and watersports can all be enjoyed on Lake Windermere and the towns of Windermere and Keswick are also within driving distance. Grasmere is a wonderful base for your Lake District retreat.
Reviews
It's evident that the owners spared no expense in renovating and refurbishing the property to a high standard several years ago, with top-of-the-range white goods in the kitchen and quality furnishings throughout. However, time has taken its toll, and the cottage now appears quite worn, with an urgent need for a full redecoration and soft furnishing replacements in several rooms to restore it to its former glory. In addition to requiring a complete redecoration, it needs a thorough spring clean to refresh its appearance. The paintwork, windows and doors are all quite grimy and necessitate attention beyond the customary cleaning after guest departures. If we had our grandchildren with us, we would not have felt comfortable placing them in the stained and unclean highchair. Additionally, the property's eco credentials are less than ideal, as all windows are single-glazed, and prone to being cold and draughty. At the outset of our stay, we discovered that the TV aerial cable was damaged, resulting in no TV reception. We contacted Lakelovers in the morning, and their maintenance personnel promptly replaced the cable within a couple of hours - full credit to them for their efficient response. In the meantime, as the WIFI signal was good, we were able to stream Netflix, iPlayer, etc to our devices. Despite its shortcomings, we found the location of the property to be ideal as it was just a short walk from the charming centre of Grasmere. We enjoyed our brief stay there and appreciated the convenience of having a car parking space suitable for our estate car and being in such proximity to the cafes, bars, and restaurants made our short stay even more enjoyable.
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