Guests say
Cottam Road offers stunning panoramic views and a peaceful rural setting, making it an excellent base for exploring the Lake District. Guests consistently praise the location, scenery, and friendly host. While the cottage is comfortable and well-equipped for most needs, some guests noted issues with cleanliness, limited privacy, and a lack of basic kitchen essentials. The property is attached to the owner's house, which can occasionally affect privacy and noise levels. Overall, it is a charming spot for couples or solo travellers seeking a scenic retreat.
Several guests mentioned issues such as dust, cobwebs, spiders, and a need for deeper cleaning, particularly around the bed and kitchen. However, some reviews found the accommodation clean and comfortable. The mixed feedback suggests cleanliness is adequate but could be improved.
The location is highly praised for its incredible views, peaceful surroundings, and proximity to Keswick and local walks. Nearly all reviews highlight the scenery and setting as a major positive.
Guests generally found the cottage comfortable, with positive comments about the bed and shower. Some noted the apartment could be cold at times, and there were occasional issues with noise from the adjoining house and limited seating in the lounge.
Facilities are described as adequate, but several guests noted missing kitchen basics (e.g., salt, pepper, tea towels, bin bags), and some found the kitchen poorly equipped. The heating is on a timer, and there were occasional issues with parking and garden access.
The host is frequently described as friendly and helpful, and some thoughtful touches like blankets and a hot water bottle were appreciated. However, these are not guaranteed, and some guests felt more attention to detail (such as providing basic supplies) would enhance the experience.
About this property
This lovingly decorated studio offers an idyllic couple’s retreat, with a host of sights and attractions to discover nearby.. All on the
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: 32" Freeview TV, Patio Doors Leading To Garden
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer
Bedroom: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. External utility/boot room with washing machine (shared with main house). . Enclosed, lawned garden (shared with the main house). Patio with garden furniture. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking. Please note: There are 6 steps in the garden.. This good quality studio apartment, forming part of a terraced cottage, is situated in the village of Threlkeld and offers stunning views to the surrounding fells and has easy access to Keswick.
Renovated in 2019, this stylish property is perfect for couples to relax and enjoy the beautiful views from anywhere in the apartment, even from the comfort of your bed, which is a sight to behold when you wake in the morning. Thanks to the excellent design and floor-to-ceiling glazing, you can look across to many of the Lakeland fells and also benefit from a desirable location, surrounded by breathtaking scenery and within easy reach of Threlkeld, St John’s in the Vale and Keswick.
Cottam Road is a spacious studio apartment with a good quality finish, combining many of the architectural features which enhance the interior design. It has been lovingly furnished and provides everything you need for a memorable break in the Lakes. All on the ground floor this property offers an open plan living, kitchen/dining/bedroom space as well as a stylish bathroom which features a shower cubicle. The amazing views continue from the enclosed garden at the rear which is a real sun trap thanks to its south facing aspect. You’ll also find a great boot room and wet gear store in an external, shared building, which is perfect after a day full of adventure. For keen walkers the location is perfect, the property is located on the lower slopes of Blencathra and is just 5 miles from Thirlmere reservoir which is at the base of England’s third highest mountain, Helvellyn.
Within the village there are two excellent pubs/restaurants and you can reach them on foot in about 10 minutes. You are also just 2 miles from Threlkeld Quarry and Mining Museum, offering a fun day out with a narrow gauge train ride, mining tour and activities including digging and panning for gold. For golfers you will find Keswick Golf Club just over a mile away or head towards Keswick and you will reach Castlerigg Stone Circle which is an interesting and short walk suitable for all levels of experience. The popular market town of Keswick with its abundance of bars, shopping experiences, restaurants and tourist attractions, including The Derwent Pencil Museum, home to the largest pencil in the world, The Theatre by the Lake, offering award winning arts and drama, and Puzzling Place with a selection of mind boggling optical illusions, is just 5 miles away. Shop 3¾ miles, pub and restaurant ½ mile.
Free WiFi
Nearby points of interest
- Wastwater Alpaca Trekking
- Wastwater Lake
Reviews (18)
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Confirmed Guest
Great views but please be aware this is an extension on the side of the owners house with 2 connecting doors.!! If the owner is there with his family you will experience a lot of noise that will spoil your holiday.!! While we were there we had children running around shouting, dogs barking, fire alarms going off while they were cooking.!! We couldn't use the garden because the owner was out there with his family, there is no privacy what so ever, we had to keep the blinds shut at all times.!! The owner decided to start using power tools in his house and there was a lot of noise coming through the connecting doors.!! We had a very very noisy experience and the duvet cover on the bed needs to be put in the bin.!! We took our own and used that. This is a message to the owner, if you are staying there with your family you should not be renting this property out as the noise in the extension is terrible and there is no privacy for guests what so ever.!! There were children running around in the garden shouting at 7:30am in the morning THIS IS NOT ACCEPTABLE BEHAVIOUR.!!
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Peter Amos
The best things about this studio for two is its location and stunning views. It's a quirky layout with a mezzanine that's not accesible to the user but great tall windows for a great view. The kitchen was adequate although missing things such as a chopping board, tin opener and tea towel and having put the rubbish out on Friday there was no replacement bin bags. The central heating kept us cosy and there was additional blankets for the bed. We didn't use the "bootroom" primarily because it was inconvenient to walk back in your slippers and it was also full of the owner's footwear. We kept our boots on plastic bags inside the front door. Overall we had a great stay despite the Lake District weather!
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Duncan
What a lovely spot with splendid views and a great host