Guests say
Catbells cottage receives high praise for its cosy, comfortable atmosphere and excellent facilities, making it a welcoming retreat for families and dog owners alike. Guests appreciate the peaceful location, well-equipped kitchen, and thoughtful touches throughout the property. The cottage is ideally situated for exploring the western Lake District and offers easy access to scenic walks. While the vast majority of reviews are positive, one guest expressed concerns about cleanliness and the surrounding area. Overall, Catbells is highly recommended for those seeking a tranquil and well-appointed base for their Lake District adventures.
Most guests found the cottage spotlessly clean and well maintained, with only one negative review mentioning cleanliness concerns. The overwhelming majority of feedback highlights a high standard of cleanliness.
The location is described as peaceful, quiet, and ideal for exploring the western Lake District, with good access to walks and nearby towns. Some mention it is a little away from main attractions, but this is generally seen as a positive for those seeking tranquillity.
Guests consistently praise the comfort of the cottage, especially the beds and homely atmosphere. The property is described as cosy, spacious, and perfect for relaxing after a day out.
The cottage is frequently described as very well equipped, with everything needed for a comfortable stay. Facilities for dogs, a well-stocked kitchen, and extras like games and books are highlighted. Maintenance is also praised, with only one negative comment.
Many guests mention thoughtful touches such as welcome packs, treats for both humans and dogs, and helpful advice. Please note that while gifts and extras are often mentioned, they are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Catbells has easy access to the Western Lakes and Cumbrian coast, and is just a short drive from Ennerdale.. 1 step to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: Freeview TV
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, Freeview TV
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds.
Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels, Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for open fire provided, remainder avaialble locally. Travel cot and highchair. . Enclosed garden. On-road parking. No smoking.. This family friendly, terraced cottage is well equipped and provides an excellent base from which to explore the Western Lakes and the Cumbrian coastline. From here you have the best of both worlds, from the wilderness of Ennerdale in the Lake District National Park, to the natural beauty of St Bees Head on the coast. Set in a quiet row of terraced cottages, this property provides everything you could need for your Lake District getaway. Sleeping up to four guests in two comfortable bedrooms, this property makes a great family and dog-friendly base from which to enjoy Cumbria at its best. Upstairs you’ll find a double bedroom with plenty of storage and hanging space, as well as a twin bedroom. The ground floor features a comfortable living/dining room with a TV, plenty of easy seating and dining space, as well as a well-equipped kitchen. The bathroom is also downstairs, featuring a shower over the bath.
Catbells is located on the fringe of the Lake District National Park, close to the village of Frizington. Within a mile you have convenience stores, local pubs and shops. Within 5 miles you have the major town of Whitehaven with major supermarkets, a golf club, public swimming pool, a lovely harbour with a selection of restaurants and bars, and fantastic cliffside walks, perfect for exercising your dogs.
A short drive to the Lake District National Park, 4 miles, brings an abundance of walks, cycle routes, wildlife, mountains, and lakes. Your nearest lake is Ennerdale Water, which is 5 miles away. Ennerdale is regarded as one of the most unspoilt areas of the Lake District and is full of wildlife including red squirrels, osprey and buzzards. Loweswater is just 10 miles away which leads to Crummock Water and then Buttermere. This scenic loop is a beautiful drive with stunning scenery all the way via the Honister Pass to Keswick. The scenery around this part of The Lakes is stunning, and the beauty, colours and unforgettable panoramic views are a sight to behold. Whether you want an easy stroll, a challenging walk or a serious climb, you’ve got a great base to start your adventures.
St Bees Head Heritage Coast is 8 miles away, offering excellent coastal walks and golden sandy beaches, very popular with families and dog lovers. Head south for a trip on La’al Ratty, the famous Cumbrian miniature railway line between Ravenglass to Dalegarth, for a great family day out. Or if you’re feeling energetic, you’re just a 30-minute drive to Wast Water and Wasdale Head, giving you the shortest and most direct route to the summit of the highest mountain in England, Scafell Pike. Pub within 1 mile.
Free WiFi
Suitable for up to 3 pets
Nearby points of interest
- Wastwater Alpaca Trekking
- Wastwater Lake
Reviews (24)
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David Petch
Lovely stay in a comfortable well equipped house. Perfectly positioned just off the C2C cycle track and a short drive to some of the lesser known Lakeland fells and western coastal paths. Quick mention of the Ennerdale brewery tap for some excellent ales and food and just over 1 mile walk away using the cycle path.
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Confirmed Guest
Absolutely perfect location to get out and about! Lakes 10 mins away, mountain s too and beautiful walks! 😄 Great value for money and the property is nice and cool in the summer, area is quiet and not alot of traffic.Hosts are lovely and provided us with so much information in the hand book which was fantastic as well as leaving us wine and treat to get the holiday started which was really appreciated. This place is very dog friendly and clean.Only negatives for us was the beds where to hard so we struggled with sleep ( maybe a personal preference!) and the hot water was abit dodgy and didn't always come through at night when we wanted a bath (again maybe user error 😉). Some of the fencing is abit dodgy too so may need a pre check (Huskys worked out how to get out within 5 mins but easy fix :-) with a few nails.Facilities where great had everything we needed to cook clean ect..We had a fantastic time and a nice doggy break so thank you!
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Carol OSTELL
Lovely cottage in a quiet area surrounded by countryside, near to the Lake District and only 15 minutes to the coast.There was everything we needed in the cottage and lots of valuable info in the information folder.The only problem was the toilet cistern overflowed so a bit of a flood drama, but after temporally fixing it, I phoned the local office and the helpful, friendly lady promptly sent a plumber to repair it whilst we were out, so very impressed with the help we received.Overall it is a beautiful and homely cottage in a lovely area.To highlight how much we liked it; we have rebooked for next year 😊