Guests say
Mishmash Cottage in Carnforth offers stunning views and a tranquil setting, ideal for relaxation and enjoying the scenery. Guests appreciate the property's excellent location and the comfort of the beds, with some mentioning a well-equipped kitchen and a selection of books. The outdoor space is safe for children and perfect for watching sunsets.
Several guests reported issues with cleanliness, including dust, webs, dirty crockery, and a foul-smelling settee. However, some guests found the apartment clean, indicating inconsistency in cleaning standards.
The location is highly praised for its amazing views, peacefulness, and proximity to Arnside promenade. The setting is described as gorgeous and tranquil, contributing to a lovely stay.
Guests find the beds comfortable and the apartment cosy when heated. However, some furniture is described as uncomfortable, and there is a lack of storage space in the second bedroom.
Facilities and maintenance issues are a common concern, with non-working radiators, lack of wardrobe space, and maintenance needs in the bathrooms. The kitchen is well-equipped for some, but others found it lacking.
Guests mention a lack of basic supplies and a minimal welcome pack, which suggests room for improvement in hospitality. While some guests received a welcome pack, it is not guaranteed and varies in content.
About this property
Stunning luxury ground floor apartment with a private, south-west facing terrace boasting uninterrupted views of the sea and magnificent sunsets.. 1 step to entrance.
All on the
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Smart TV, Amazon Echo, French Doors Leading To Terrace
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Induction Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Coffee Machine
Cupboard: Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: Super Kingsize (6ft) Bed
Ensuite: Walk-In Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request)
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. Grounds with sitting-out area, terrace and garden furniture (shared with other properties on-site). Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: There is a step in the grounds.. Forming part of a listed building, this grand apartment has been sympathetically restored to maintain its Georgian charm. Large floor-to-ceiling Georgian windows with original shutters frame the magnificent views of the sea and the viaduct beyond. Oozing elegance and charm, this stunning property boasts an open plan living area. The dining area is contemporary in style with seating for four. The living area has a comfy leather sofa and chair, Smart TV and Amazon Alexa for additional entertainment. With an en-suite shower room and plenty of storage, the master bedroom features a super kingsize bed. From here, you can access the large south-west-facing terrace. The second bedroom has a superking zip and link bed to provide maximum flexibility. Next door is the family bathroom, which has a full-size bath and rainfall shower, a toilet and a sink. A large cupboard next to the bathroom houses the washing machine. The large paved terrace with quality garden furniture offers uninterrupted views of the sea and sunsets. Perfect for al fresco dining or enjoying a morning coffee. There’s allocated parking for two cars.
As part of the Arnside and Silverdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Arnside is located on Morecambe Bay, close to the Cumbrian border. It is known for its rich wildlife diversity, with rspb Leighton Moss also nearby, home to more than 100 bird species. Warton Crag, Gait Barrows, Hyning Scout Wood and Arnside Knott are among the other nature reserves and walking routes in this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The area has many activities to offer, including walking, cycling, golf and horse riding, which are all popular activities. At the end of the day, a relaxing meal and a drink or two can be enjoyed in the excellent restaurants, pubs and cafés close by.
You can explore the surrounding areas of the South Lakes and Yorkshire Dales National Park from Arnside. Hop on the train to Grange-over-Sands, a charming, Victorian seaside town with shops and cafés. Visit Cartmel, known as the foodie capital of the South Lakes, and famous for its sticky toffee pudding. Driving will take you just 30 minutes’ to Windermere and Bowness, and to the famous Ingleton waterfalls in the Yorkshire Dales National Park. Beach 1 mile.
Free WiFi
Nearby points of interest
- Lake Windermere
Reviews (25)
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Karen W
Absolute gem of an apartment in a stunning location.The rooms are large and airy.The bathrooms are modern with powerful showers, the kitchen is well equipped and the beds very comfortable. Good WiFi, good heating system. The patio doors opening out on to a large seating area overlooking the arnside viaduct and bay.Fabulous week. I will be back.
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Sir John Lawton
Of the many holiday houses and cottages we have rented over 40 years, this one was without question the most disappointing. The location is wonderful, but the property, the facilities and your administration leave a lot to be desired.It started badly when your e-mail of 13/05 told us that the flat was in Carnforth (we knew it wasn't). We should have taken that as a warning.When we got there we found the key as instructed, but the entrance to the flat is via an external lobby, which has to be accessed via an electronic key-pad. You failed to send us the code for that, so we were totally stuck. Fortunately after nearly two hours, one of the residents in an adjacent flat returned home and showed us how to gain access to the lobby. But then the flat door simply wouldn't open when we unlocked it, and again with his help and considerable force we managed to turn the door knob, and got in. (The door knob and catch need some WD40. We just jammed it open for the duration of the stay.)There are several other things that need fixing:1. The patio doors out from the main bedroom onto the patio are rotten at the bottom and held together with strong tape. We didn't try to open them.2. The handle on the bottom bolt on the patio doors out from the main room to the front of the property is missing, so that they were initially very difficult to open. We solved it but putting a small piece of cooking foil in the hole to stop the bottom bolt from engaging (we removed the foil before we left).3. The facilities provided leave a lot to be desired. The oven was dirty, the fridge needs de-frosting and cleaning, and the dishwasher filter was disgusting (we cleaned it)4. Then kitchen facilities lack some rudimentary basics. There is no teapot, cheese grater, lemon squeezer, or small pan. The wine glasses are stupidly huge (so we bought some sensible plastic picnic one). The 'sharp' knives are hopelessly blunt and there is no knife sharpener. 5. The general instruction book provided is out of date in places, and seriously lacking in others. There are no instructions for the Television, Dishwasher or Hob & Oven. We managed with difficulty.6. Unlike virtually all the other holiday homes we have rented there was no welcome pack with a few basics such as bread, milk, maybe some cake and often a bottle of wine. At least TELL people there won't be one.Just as well the weather was wonderful, but we won't be going there or using you again.
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Philip
Thermostat on 9C. Excellent location and accommodation. However, the apartment was feezing when we arrived. Outside temperature was about 9C... exactly the same as the inside of the apartment. The thermostat was actually set at 9C. How anyone thinks that is acceptable is beyond my comprehension. It took nearly 12 hours to get the apartment to a reasonable temperature. The other point I would like to mention is that the front door key had a fob on it to open the door, why is this not mentioned in the information. It took us nearly 30 minutes to figure out how to open the front door with the code supplied for the keysafe. Not impresed !!!