Guests say
Springlea Cottage is consistently praised for its cosy atmosphere, beautiful location, and thoughtful touches. Guests appreciate the well-equipped kitchen, comfortable furnishings, and the property's proximity to local walks and the Lakes. The hosts are commended for their warmth and helpfulness. Minor issues are mentioned but are overshadowed by the overall positive experiences.
Guests have described the cottage as very clean, with no negative comments on cleanliness, indicating high standards are maintained.
The location is highly praised for its proximity to the Lakes, local walks, and the town of Cockermouth, making it an ideal base for exploring the area.
The cottage is repeatedly referred to as cosy and comfortable, with handmade furniture and a fireplace adding to the ambience. A suggestion for additional blankets in winter slightly affects the score.
Facilities are generally well-regarded, especially the well-equipped kitchen. A minor issue with a shower head is noted, but overall, guests are satisfied with the maintenance and amenities.
Many reviews mention thoughtful details, such as dog biscuits and local crafts, contributing to a welcoming stay. While gifts are appreciated, they are not guaranteed for every guest.
About this property
With many original features and on the fringe of The Lake District National Park, this unique property is steeped in history and comes with bags of character.. 1 step to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living room: 24" Freeview Smart TV, Woodburner
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge
First Floor:
Bedroom: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Ensuite: Walk-In Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Electric heaters, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included, remainder at £10 per basket and kindling £3 per bag.. Bike store available on request. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking. Please note: No children.. Located in a rural village location, yet within easy walking distance of a great pub/restaurant and only 3 miles from the popular town of Cockermouth, this quaint terraced cottage dating back to the 1600s boasts tonnes of original features and has been lovingly hand-crafted to make the most of the features of the property. You will notice the care and attention that has gone into this carefully restored property. Each element has been thoughtfully created with plenty of love and guests’ comfort in mind. The ground floor boasts low ceilings, wooden beams, a cosy wood burner and hand-crafted furnishings throughout. The original stone floor has been restored and each of the items of furniture offers a glimpse of its heritage. This leads to a spacious kitchen and dining room, which again has links to its heritage, and offers a good mix of traditional and modern equipment all complementing one other. Upstairs you will find a comfortable bedroom and an exceptional bathroom, which by contrast offers a contemporary feel with a walk-in shower.
Springlea Cottage is in the village of Deanscales which is just south of Cockermouth but within about 1 mile of the Lake District National Park border. Deanscales has a lovely pub, village green and beck. Your nearest lake is Loweswater, which is one of the smallest lakes in the Lake District, yet arguably one of the prettiest. Loweswater is the first link in a chain of lakes including Crummock Water and Buttermere. If you like to explore and are into walking, hiking, climbing or cycling, you have a vast expanse of natural Lakeland scenery to explore, including many of the 214 Wainwright peaks within easy reach. Some of the lower fells include Low Fell, Blake Fell and Gravel Fell to the west, Mellbreak to the south and the east, and some more challenging routes around Grasmoor at 2,795ft.
The area boasts beautiful flora and fauna as well as an abundance of wildlife, including buzzards, kestrels, ospreys and of course red squirrels. A trip to Loweswater wouldn’t be the same without a trip to the local pub, famous for its great food and possibly even greater beer! Famously brewing the award-winning Loweswater Gold, it’s a ’must try’. The surrounding area has many attractions and places to visit. The popular town of Cockermouth is just 3 miles away with a delightful selection of independent shops, supermarkets, restaurants, coffee shops, delis and pubs serving a variety of craft ales. It’s also the birthplace of William Wordsworth and home to the famous Jennings Brewery nestled beneath the castle walls.
If you fancy a day at the seaside, you have a great beach St Bees Head, 15 miles away, with a long stretch of golden sand and plenty of great walking and cycling routes. For golfers you have several great courses in the area, the nearest being Cockermouth, 6 miles away. You may want to head to Whinlatter Forest, 7 miles, with some nice gentle cycling trails or high adrenaline tree top adventure at Go Ape. Continue along the Whinlatter Pass to Keswick, 16 miles, to find everything this bustling town has to offer. The Lake District Wildlife Park at Bassenthwaite, 10 miles away, offers a wild day out with over 100 species of wild animals. Beach 12 miles. Shop 3 miles, pub and restaurant 530 yards.
Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Free WiFi
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
There are steps within the property.
No children or babies allowed.
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Nearby points of interest
- Wastwater Alpaca Trekking
- Wastwater Lake
Reviews (30)
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Confirmed Guest
Springlea Cottage is such a hidden gem.Perfect location for exploring the Lakes. We booked here planning to do Scafell Pike and it was about 50 mins away so ideal for us. LovelyLocal walks. The cottage itself is perfect, everything you need and a cosy fireplace. In the winter it can be very cold so a few more blankets would be perfect, but otherwise such a lovely stay. 2 adults and a golden retriever had a great time!
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Eve
Beautiful cottage in a great location for exploring the NW Lakes. Really appreciated help checking in as we arrived when it was dark. The cottage is extremely comfortable and the kitchen was well equipped. Would definitely recommend.
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Katie
We had such a lovely stay at this beautiful little cottage. It had everything we needed, and the space felt so thoughtfully put together, with gorgeous handmade furniture and pottery throughout. The views were absolutely stunning the kind you just want to sit and soak in for hours. The hosts were wonderful as well: warm, helpful, and clearly put a lot of heart into the place. The only tiny downside was that the shower head didnt stay up, but honestly it was such a minor thing compared to how great everything else was. Wed happily stay again!