Guests say
Hilltoft Barn is a charming cottage in a peaceful village setting, offering excellent access to walks, local pubs, and the Lake District. Guests consistently praise its beautiful location, comfortable layout, and well-equipped kitchen. While some minor maintenance and cleanliness issues have been noted, most visitors enjoyed their stay and would return. The property is especially appreciated for its tranquil atmosphere and suitability as a base for exploring the area.
Cleanliness is generally acceptable, with several guests describing the cottage as clean and tidy. However, recurring comments mention cobwebs, dust, and occasional lapses in cleaning standards, such as handprints on windows and chipped crockery.
The location is highly praised, with guests loving the peaceful village, proximity to walks, Ullswater, and a welcoming local pub. The setting is frequently described as beautiful and ideal for exploring the Lake District.
Most guests found the cottage comfortable, highlighting cosy beds, a pleasant lounge, and a relaxing atmosphere. A few noted issues with bedroom blinds and occasional noise from maintenance problems, but overall comfort is rated highly.
Facilities are generally good, with a well-equipped kitchen and spacious layout. However, repeated issues with the freezer, shower, kitchen tap, and minor maintenance detract from the experience. Guests feel the property would benefit from more attentive upkeep.
Some thoughtful touches, such as dog towels and puppy pads, were appreciated by guests, but these are not guaranteed for all stays. Communication from hosts was generally positive, though some guests felt more could be done to address ongoing issues.
About this property
In a tranquil location, this beautifully finished barn conversion is an ideal spot for a couple or two to enjoy a Lake District break..
Ground Floor:
Living room: (6 Steps), 32" Freeview TV, DVD Player, Patio Doors Leading To Patio
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer Dryer
Bedroom 1: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Wet Room: Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 2: Galleried, Double (4ft 6in) Bed.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair. . Courtyard with garden furniture. Bike store. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: There are 6 steps in the courtyard.. Hilltoft Barn is a large, detached barn conversion in the peaceful Cumbrian village of Dockray, just a few miles from Ullswater. This beautiful property has a mezzanine level master bedroom and provides high quality accommodation for up to four people looking to explore the Lake District around Ullswater. Entering at ground level, you take in the glorious oak beams within the property. There is a twin bedroom also on this level, as well as dining area and a well-equipped kitchen, which boasts a stone-hidden oven hood and further oak finishes consistent with the charm of the property. The spacious living room has large patio doors welcoming in the sunshine, and from here a wooden staircase leads up to a delightful mezzanine level double bedroom, furnished in oak.
Outside, there is plenty of space to enjoy the peace and tranquillity of the area. You can take in the stunning views from the private furnished patio, and there is ample gravelled space to take in the vistas from all angles.
Dockray is a tiny village, but still has its own pub to wander down to for some local fayre, and the gorgeous Aira Force Waterfall is a short walk away. Further on are the ample attractions of the Lake District around Ullswater.
Energetic pursuits abound, with cycling a particularly good option, or maybe try the National Trust’s walk around Aira Force and the Gowbarrow Trail. Shop 4 miles, pub and restaurant 110 yards.
Free WiFi
There are steps within the property.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Nearby points of interest
- Lake Windermere
- Wastwater Alpaca Trekking
Reviews (27)
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Henry Ferdinand
Great stay.
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Scott Vincent
It was a lovely place,had everything you needed,only comments would be a lot of the cups and glasses are chipped,these should be replaced. Not enough towels,1 hand towel and 1 bath towel,should be a bath sheet.i'de recommend take you're own. It is however clean,bedding etc was spotless.The barn is right on the doorstep to aira force and a pub next door. Overall we definitely would stay here again.
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Ann-Marie Lupton
This is our 5th stay in Hilltoft Barn. Whilst it is not 5star, and it could be with a little more TLC, it is a beautiful property and great value for money. We had 3 power outages whilst there as a result of extremely high winds from storm Bran. The longest period was 4 hours. There was just one battery operated lamp and as the oven is electric we had no means of cooking our evening meal and no heating. The whole village was without power and the only pub was closed for renovation. We did have a cold supper. A log burner would be lovely in this property. Some candles would have been useful also. Whilst this was a rare event and inconvenient, we are not put off from returning.