Guests say
Bakers Cottage is a cosy and welcoming property, praised for its cleanliness, comfortable beds, and thoughtful touches like welcome packs. The location is ideal for exploring the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales, with a quiet setting and friendly neighbours. Some guests noted the compact bathroom and steep stairs, while parking can be tight for larger vehicles. The garden's condition and WiFi strength received mixed reviews, but overall, guests enjoyed their stay and recommended the cottage.
Guests consistently described the cottage as spotlessly clean and well-presented, indicating high standards of cleanliness throughout the property.
The cottage's location is highly regarded for its quiet area and proximity to local attractions, shopping, and cafes. It provides easy access to the Lake District and Pennines, although some guests mentioned amenities being a drive away.
The majority of guests found the cottage cosy and comfortable, with comfortable beds and a homely feel. However, some noted the compact nature of the bathroom and steep stairs, which could impact comfort for some visitors.
Facilities are generally well-received, with a well-equipped kitchen and cosy log burner. However, some guests suggested improvements such as better WiFi, more cooking pans, and a dishwasher. The parking situation and garden maintenance were also points of contention for some.
Many guests appreciated the thoughtful welcome gifts, including wine, chocolates, and flowers, which added a personal touch to their stay. It should be noted that such gifts, while appreciated, are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Set in the village of Kirkby Thore, five miles from the town of Appleby-in-Westmorland is this quaint, sandstone end-terrace cottage, set in a quiet backwater of the village, with a village shop and pub just a short walk away. Ideal for a relaxing break at any time of the year, this delightful cottage offers the opportunity to explore the quieter side of Cumbria. This charming property offers cosy and character accommodation, which has been tastefully decorated with beamed ceilings and in the sitting room there’s a fireplace housing a warming woodburning stove. Up on the first floor are two welcoming bedrooms and a small shower room, whilst downstairs a kitchen/diner completes the accommodation.
Outside, there’s a secluded patio area with pretty flowering tubs, a perfect place to enjoy a relaxing drink at the end of the day. The village of Kirkby Thore lies next to the A66 and therefore a number of places can be easily reached. The pretty market town of Appleby is famous for its annual horse fair, but is equally charming at any time of the year with its quaint shops and tea rooms to enjoy, along with charming riverside walks along the banks of the River Eden. Within reach is the beautiful lakeside village of Pooley Bridge, which is set on the shores of Ullswater and is just a 20 minute drive away.
This pretty village sits at the top of Ullswater from where the steamers depart to take you on a mesmerising cruise down the lake through Paterdale. The stunning Aira Force Falls are also in this scenic dale and make a great destination for a walk followed by a picnic. This cosy holiday home is perfect for couples or small families to explore this gentle area with great amenities on the doorstep.
Kirkby Thore is a small Cumbrian village situated within easy driving distance of both Appleby-in-Westmorland and Penrith. The village sits on the site of a Roman cavalry camp, and today offers a church, a shop with Post Office, a pub and a petrol station. The historic town of Appleby-in-Westmorland is a major stop on the Settle-Carlisle Railway and every June the town plays host to a three hundred-year old Horse Fair. Also within reach is the bustling market town of Penrith, which has a number of specialist shops, sandstone buildings, pubs and restaurants, plus Ullswater and the Lake District National Park are nearby.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x single.
Shower room with shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Sitting room with dining area and woodburning stove.
Oil central heating with woodburning stove.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, TV with Freeview, DVD, iPod dock, WiFi.
Fuel, power and starter pack for stove included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot and highchair on request.
Roadside parking in front of cottage, or side street next to cottage.
Enclosed patio with furniture and BBQ.
One well-behaved dog welcome, to be kept downstairs only.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 5 mins walk.
Note: The stairs at this cottage are a little steep, may be unsuitable for guests with walking difficulties.
Note: Limited space between the sides of the double bed.
Note: Compact shower room in cottage.
Reviews (40)
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Jill
Good facilities, really homely and lovely and warm. There was a lovely welcome goody pack too. I'll be booking it again. Thanks.
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Peter
Found quite easily roads a bit tight on chapel lane lovely cottage nice log fire fresh flowers chocolates and a bottle of Shiraz kitchens well kitted out everything you need comfortable lounge we took a big throw for the large settee good wifi bed was comfy by night two used to a super king size and I'm not tiny but it was fine lovely clean bathroom not as small as I thought when it said compact all in all a great stay smashing cottage with quite a large living area great for our little fur baby Roger enclosed yard plenty of walks would defo return to Bakers cottage
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Sally
Comfortable beds with a well equipped kitchen . The wood burner was a welcome addition. We stayed 4 nights over New Year the cottage was decorated for Christmas & had even we need for our stay . Flowers , wine & goodies were an unexpected bonus .