School Holidays 2017 Cottages In Eskdale

Reviews

What our customers say about their holidays

• Richard - Verified booking

  Sat-Nav thinks the property is on the left.

  It's not. It's on the right. Which just goes to show how technology has improved our life. Without it though we may well have missed the turning to what was a quiet little cul de sac. The bungalow has two very narrow steep steps to enter, but once inside the property is in general excellent. Everything we might have wanted was there, along with a much appreciated little tray of goodies to welcome us. The beds were great, very comfortable and snug. We managed to figure out how everything worked, even when the hob and cooker managed to circuit break, we found the trip switch and got it working again. The property was very clean except for a rim around the bath, but we cleaned that off and all was well. The toilet seat was a little fluid, and needed anchoring, but we survived with no issues. We had two dogs with us, a cocker and a springer, and both appreciated the garden which was nice and secure. The property provided lots of poo bags, and dog treats, so they were made extra welcome. They had never seen cows before and having them in a field that looms over the back of the property was an interesting introduction resulting in much barking that eventually stopped by the end of the week. This was a lovely place, very welcoming and we would definitely go back again.

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• Isobel - Verified booking

  I cannot recommend Yewbarrow enough and we were actually so sad to be leaving, it felt like a real home from home.

  Straight away the cottage was incredibly cosy which was lovely arriving a dark, rainy night - and so warm! Really gorgeous welcome package both for us and our Labrador which was so appreciated. The cakes were lovely and we went to the bakery for more!! As a dog owner everything was thought about - dog bowls, spare dog towels, welcome biscuits - it made such a refreshing change, and no extra charge, yay! Milk in the fridge on arrival (thankyou!) and other essentials in the kitchen. The location is wonderful, Wastwater is our favourite lake so it was perfect for visiting and for Eskdale. The village was fab with food from the bakery (great pies and eclairs!) and Wild Olive Pizzas for a takeaway on a rainy night. Great local shop also. Cannot recommend enough, also the beds are AMAZING! So comfy. A big drying room which came in so useful for all dirty/wet clothes that the Lakes inevitably delivered. For once as well it was the best stocked kitchen we have ever stayed in, everything was considered which was wonderful to actually be able to cook how you would at home. All round a perfect house for a perfect trip, thankyou so much :) If in doubt don't hesitate to book this gorgeous house :)

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• Amy - Verified booking

  Our stay at Marsh Garth was perfect and we didn't want to leave.

  It was lovely to be 'back home' for Christmas, staying near our relatives was really handy. The Marsh Garth cul-de-sac was very quiet, when we did see a neighbour whilst walking our dogs they were very friendly. The garden was lovely and great for our two dogs, both little & large (Patterdale Terrier and German Shepherd). The bungalow itself was very clean and comfortable with plenty of space, some areas bigger than they looked in the photos which was a bonus. We had great communication from both the property owner and Sykes and self check-in/out was quick & easy. We really appreciated the Christmas decor, the little snacky bits and dog treats. Although we always bring everything & more with us for the dogs, we always feel more welcomed with them when those little touches are in place. The information provided inside the property was detailed and clear and everything we could have ever needed was provided, plenty of kitchen items, even simple things like a pizza oven tray which many holiday homes don't have. Overall we had a lovely, comfortable stay, we felt at home and would definitely return and recommend. Thank you!

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• Sonia - Verified booking

  Lovely Bungalow The bungalow is in a quiet cul-de-sac which is ideally situated for both the estuary and Lake District National Park.

  Lovely garden which our Sprocker Louie enjoyed and there is a lovely buttercup field overlooking the garden which had cows and their calves in which was lovely to look at. The bungalow was clean and very comfortable and the tray of coffee/tea/milk and chocolates was appreciated as were the dog treats left for Louie. The bungalow was well equipped with the exception of a hairdryer. This is the 5th property we have stayed in and this was the only one that did not provide a hairdryer. The only other minor gripe was the 2 very narrow steep steps to enter the property as they were that narrow that you had to put your foot on the side to get up and down them. As with others we wished there was more flexibility with the check-in and check-out times as check-out is 10am yet when we passed the property at 11am no one had arrived so check-out could have easily been 11am which would not have been such a rush for us to get everything done that the owners had asked (stripping the beds and hoovering everywhere). On the whole we had a very enjoyable time.

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• Sandra - Verified booking

  What a wonderful week we've had at Yewbarrow Cottage.

  The cottage was spotless, comfortable and warm to come back to after a day out in the cold weather. Ann-Marie's attention to detail throughout the cottage wasn't missed. Kitchen was well equipped and the soft furnishings throughout very tastefully done and to a high spec. It's given me a few ideas for my own house! The bedding and towels were of excellent quality and the kingsize bed so comfy too. Thanks for the welcome pack Ann-Marie which included treats for Saphy our chocolate labrador. The italian restaurant, local pub and Gosforth Hall provided us with excellent meals and all staff were so friendly in each venue. The local's are very friendly too. Local bakery and convenience store very handy too. I would defiantly recommend this cottage. Plenty of places to visit within striking distance and a few local walks well worth a try. Details are in the welcome pack provided by Anne-Marie.

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