Guests say
Crag View is a well-regarded cottage in Underbarrow, praised for its comfortable furnishings, well-equipped kitchen, and beautiful views. Guests enjoy the local wildlife and the proximity to the Black Labrador pub. While some minor maintenance issues are noted, the property offers a clean, sociable space ideal for family gatherings and exploring the Lake District.
The property is consistently described as clean and well cared for, with guests appreciating the tidy environment upon arrival.
The location is appreciated for its quietness, lovely views, and good access to local attractions and walks, although it is noted that it's not ideal for off-lead dog walking due to surrounding livestock.
Guests find the beds comfortable and the house warm, with a sociable layout. However, some guests mention a worn mattress in the main bedroom and thin curtains affecting sleep quality.
The property is well-equipped, particularly the kitchen, and guests enjoy the open fire. However, points are deducted for maintenance issues such as a problematic shower door, a potentially hazardous dryer, and an electric shock from a light switch.
There is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the hosts, so it is not possible to provide a score in this category.
About this property
Located in the idyllic hamlet of Underbarrow and overlooking the stunning Lyth Valley.
Crag View is a cosy family-friendly cottage with a welcoming open fire and beautiful country garden.
A spacious porch with storage, washing machine and tumble dryer provides a convenient entrance to Crag View. Step inside the modern kitchen diner with views over the garden and the fields beyond. Enjoy quality family time in a comfortable lounge complete with books, writing desk and TV. Upstairs the property contains a luxurious king size en-suite and further double and twin bedroom along with a spacious family bathroom.
Relax in a beautiful country garden with furnished patio and lawn extending to a magnificent outlook over open fields where lambs can be viewed in spring. Crag View offers parking directly outside the property on a private driveway.
The much-loved Black Labrador pub is in walking distance and three brilliant local inns The Wheatsheaf at Brigsteer, The Punch Bowl at Crosthwaite and the Masons Arms at Strawberry Bank are all a short drive away. Golfers will love the close proximity to both Beckside and Windermere Golf Club.
This delightful property provides easy access to many walks including Cunswick Scar, Gummers Howe and White Scar. Bowness-on-Windermere and Windermere are within easy reach, each with a bustling array of shops, cafes and family attractions.
A beautiful family-friendly holiday cottage with relaxing interior and exterior space.
Underbarrow is a quiet, pretty Lakeland village close to the historic market town of Kendal and within reach of the wonderful Lake Windermere. The village has a pub and is ideally placed for exploring southern Lakeland and the Lake District National Park. Sizergh Castle and Levens Hall, both with fine gardens, are nearby, and Kendal has much to offer in terms of shopping and is quite lively culturally, thanks to the Brewery Arts Centre and the Abbot Hall Art Gallery and Museum, which is widely recognised as one of the best in the region. Also worth a visit is the ruin of Kendal Castle, which was formerly the home of Katherine Parr, and there’s plenty to see and do with Grange-over-Sands, Cartmel, Ulverton, Bowness, Ambleside and even the Yorkshire Dales National Park within driving distance. Underbarrow is a lovely base for exploring the area.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 1 x first floor king-size double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x first floor double, 1 x first floor twin.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Kitchen with dining area.
Sitting room with TV.
Oil central heating, open fire.
Electric oven with hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV, WiFi, books.
Private parking for 2 cars.
Patio and lawn with furniture.
Sorry, no smoking and no pets.
Shop and pub are 5 minutes stroll.
Nearby points of interest
- Lake Windermere
Reviews (11)
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Liam
Clean, comfortable, quiet, modern and a good location. Also very good value for money comparatively. Would stay again.
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Susan
So handy for visiting the places around . Highly recommend.
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Nicholas
Very pretty decor & comfy sofas. Unfortunately the main bedroom mattress was very worn, soft & saggy. The en-suite shower room was tiny but the shower itself was excellent. The other two rooms were small but the beds were comfortable. Curtains were all thin so we needed eye-masks otherwise we woke when the sun rose. Good kitchen utensils & book shelves well-stocked. Garden pretty but wall at the back rather low & with barbed wire along the top so we had to constantly monitor the long-legged dog. Not at all ideal for dog-walking nearby as no pavements outside of the close and surrounded fields full of livestock. Black Labrador pub round the corner was delightful.