Guests say
The Old Chapel is a spacious and beautifully converted property, ideal for family gatherings and groups, with high-quality furnishings, ensuite bedrooms, and a well-equipped kitchen. Guests praise its peaceful rural setting, proximity to local pubs, and scenic views, including Highland cattle nearby. While most found the property comfortable and well-appointed, some noted minor cleaning issues, confusing bin instructions, and a tricky exit onto the main road. Overall, guests enjoyed their stays and would recommend the property for its charm, comfort, and excellent location.
Most guests found the property clean and comfortable, but several mentioned areas needing improvement, such as cobwebs, dust, stained bedding, and some grubby kitchen equipment. These issues were generally minor and did not detract significantly from the overall experience.
The location is highly praised for its scenic views, proximity to walking paths, and easy access to local pubs and Ulverston. The only recurring concern is the challenging and potentially dangerous exit onto the main road from the property’s lane.
Guests consistently highlight the spaciousness, comfortable beds, ensuite bathrooms, and warm, cosy atmosphere. The property is well-suited for large groups and families, with only minor comments about privacy in the mezzanine bedroom and occasional draughts.
The property offers excellent facilities, including a well-equipped kitchen, extra fridge, drying room, and ample parking. Some guests noted minor maintenance issues, such as a slow-draining shower, a missing oven shelf, and a broken stool, but these did not significantly impact their stay.
While guests appreciated the overall amenities, several mentioned the absence of a welcome pack or basic provisions like milk, which are sometimes provided at other properties. It should be noted that gifts or welcome packs are not guaranteed at this property.
About this property
A magnificent chapel conversion offering a large social space on the ground floor. The perfect venue to use as a base for all the attractions and scenery that South Lakes area has to offer..
Lower Ground Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Ensuite: Bath, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Ensuite: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Ensuite: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview Smart TV, Electric Fire
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Breakfast Bar, Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Range, Microwave, Air Fryer, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher
Utility Room: Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Study.
First Floor:
Bedroom 4: Galleried, Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Ensuite: Walk-In Shower, Toilet.
Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Cot, highchair and stairgate. Welcome pack.. Back garden with patio and garden furniture. Private parking for 4 cars. No smoking.. The moment you approach this beautifully converted chapel you know you’re in store for a lovely stay in a unique property. The large wooden chapel doors open to reveal a big hallway with a couple of rooms leading off to the sides. You come to a useful study room first which offers a little privacy or peace, and the opposite is a utility room providing the perfect place to dry and feed the dog, dry wet coats after a busy day’s walking in the Lakes. A second set of doors opens into an impressive, Instagram-worthy living space, with high vaulted ceilings, large leaded windows, and oak beams. Once you catch your breath, you can take in the large kitchen with all the amenities and space required to cater anything from a simple sandwich to a family feast.
Transition easily into the comfortable living area with its sofas, electric fire, and TV. You can’t fail to notice the first of the bedrooms as your eyes are drawn to the glass-fronted stairs leading up to the mezzanine king size bedroom in the rafters of the chapel, it may be noted there where there is a glass screen overlooking the lounge also an en-suite bathroom to the left. The remaining three bedrooms downstairs from the living room, consist of two more king-size beds and a twin room, all with en-suite bathrooms and two doors to the outside. The gardens are surrounded by stone walls overlooking farmland and not secure for larger dogs to be left unsupervised.
The chapel is in the quiet Hamlet of Lowick Green near Spark Bridge but offers a great location to explore the scenery and attractions of the South Lakes area. There is a local pub The Farmers Arms. The iconic Coniston Water is just 10 miles away, offering a great location for wild swimming, paddleboarding or kayaking for those water enthusiasts. Alternatively, within a short drive, you can enjoy the world-famous Windermere water offering Lakeside towns to explore with an excellent range of independent shops, restaurants, pubs, or attractions like The World of Beatrix Potter. Take a lake cruise or hire your motorboat to enjoy this vast expanse of water. Other local attractions include the Motor Museum, Lakes Aquarium, escape rooms, high ropes, and outdoor adventures, right through to horse racing or Michelin star restaurants. There is truly something for everyone to enjoy and all set against some of the most stunning scenery in the world. Bardsea Beach 5 miles (dog friendly).
Free WiFi
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Suitable for up to 2 pets
Nearby points of interest
- Lake Windermere
Reviews (19)
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Satpal Roberts
Absolutely beautiful building - it makes such an incredible first impression. We all absolutely loved it and found it to be the most luxurious cottage we have ever stayed in. The little touches really made all the difference - blankets by the fireplace, BBQ equipment, fully stocked coffee machine, games and books to use...we felt instantly at home and wish we could have stayed longer. By the end of our first night, we were already talking about when we could come back! The only negative was the end of the road where you pull out to join the main road. It's not easy to see if anything is coming and if people come over the hill at speed it can take you by surprise. We had a very near miss that left us a bit shaken. But aside from that, the location was ideal for visiting Coniston and Windermere and we loved coming back home at the end of a busy day exploring. It was a wonderful stay!
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Confirmed Guest
Absolutely beautiful place and location. Everything you need and more. Thank you
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Confirmed Guest
Chapel beautiful furniture a bit dirty looking but acceptable downside access to outside with pets through a bedroom door but not really adequate land to property for pets unless like mine tiny Yorkshire terrier. Bins and refuge a nightmare as go out on a Thursday night and we stayed Friday till Monday so had to drive to a recycle centre as booths store as stated no longer have one and there was already rubbish in bins when we arrived. No local shop for little things like bread and milk so again a drive away. Probably would book again for the size and now being aware of how the set up works.