Bandol
- 8 guests
- 4 beds
- 2 bathrooms
- No pets
Description
This detached, single storey cottage rests on the edge of Braithwaite village in an idyllic countryside setting with fine views over the village towards Keswick, Skiddaw and the surrounding fells.
Set over just a single floor but offering spacious living quarters, Bandol is the perfect retreat for families and friends wanting to explore the attractions of the Lake District from a serene location.
The entrance can be found up several steps which lead into a porch/utility area with plenty of room for coats and boots.
Look forward to unwinding in the spacious L-shaped living/dining room, complete with a beamed ceiling and a large picture window to allow plenty of light in, as well as a plush seating arrangement in front of a woodburning stove and TV for those cosy nights on the sofa.
Allow the chef amongst the group to relish in the well-equipped kitchen, painted in a cream style with all the necessary appliances for a short break, including an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and even a washing machine and dryer for added convenience.
There are four bedrooms at this Braithwaite home, including two with king-size beds, one of which has an en-suite with P-shaped bath and shower over, and two twin rooms.
A beautiful garden extends around the property with immediate access to the fells, a wonderful spot to enjoy food and drink outside while the children play securely.
The field surrounding the house belongs to the property and can also be safely utilised although usually grazed by sheep, so you are free to roam and explore your lovely surroundings.
Wander into the village of Braithwaite, where your closest shop, pubs and restaurants are a short walk away, and you will be immersed into dramatic mountains, glittering lakes and picturesque scenery.
Walks from the door take in some of the high tops including Grasmoor and Grisedale Pike whilst you can enjoy a gentler ramble along nearby winding country lanes.
The tranquil Lake Derwentwater is an easy drive away and offers cruises and lake hopping services to make the most of the fantastic Keswick area.
Alternatively, take a drive or scenic bus journey and visit Cockermouth, Grasmere and Ambleside further afield, before returning to the comfort of Bandol for an evening of relaxing and rejuvenation.
Your dates
Everything you'll need
- Wifi
- Baby Friendly
- Dishwasher
- Garden / Patio
- Pets Not Allowed
- Wifi
- Baby Friendly
- Dishwasher
- Garden / Patio
- Pets Not Allowed
- Open Fire
- Off Road Parking
- Near Pub / Shop
- Smoke Free
- Washing Machine
What guests are saying
We have stayed at some 20 cottages run by Lakelovers/Sykes over a period of 25 plus years and this is by far the cleanest, most comfortable and well supplied with kitchen utensils of them all.
Thank you to the owners! N&J
Thank you very much for your feedback. I am very pleased to hear that you found Bandol the cleanest, most comfortable and well supplied with kitchen utensils of all cottages you have stayed in. I will pass on your comments about the cleanliness to our cleaner who will be delighted. I do hope you will return to Bandol again. You will be most welcome.
Fantastic cottage brilliant location, been here 7 times and just booked for next year.
Thank you so much for your feedback. I am very pleased to hear that you have booked for next year. You are very welcome!
Bandol cottage was probably the best cottage we had ever stayed in.
We were amazed at the quality of the accommodation which was enhanced by the wonderful views from every window. The amenities that we found within the cottage lacked nothing. It had obviously been provided with great thought. There was a potential problem with the bins because the bin lorry had broken down. However the owner of Bandol was quick to provide a workable solution. All in all, the provision at Bandol ensured that our holiday in the Lake District went smoothly. Thank you.
Thank you very much for your feedback. I am very pleased to hear that Bandol was probably the best cottage you have ever stayed in and that you had a good holiday. I do hope that you will return to Bandol in the future.
Cottage just perfect.
Well equipped, comfortable beds, spotlessly clean and with the most beautiful view. It was enjoyed by the oldest in our family group to the youngest, who made full use not the games and puzzles provided.
Thank you for your positive feedback. Im very pleased to hear that Bandol was enjoyed by the oldest in your family group to the youngest. And also good to hear that the younger members made good use of the games and puzzles. I will pass on your 'spotlessly clean' comment to our cleaner who will be delighted. I do hope that you are able to come back to Bandol in the future. .
This property is simply amazing.
Impeccably maintained including the sizeable grounds. It has a real wow factor when you walk in with a remarkable view of Skiddaw from the lounge window and over to other fells to the rear. The accomodation itself is excellent, a modern and very well stocked kitchen, lovely dining area and very comfortable lounge with a large TV. 1 really nice ensuite double bedroom, another double and 2 x twins plus another family bathroom and separate toilet. Good powerful showers. Plenty of parking, we had 3 cars but 4 and maybe 5 at a push. The host communicated really well with us from the outset. The property is very well located, 200 yds to the Coledale pub, 500 yds to the bus stop for Keswick/Cockermouth. I would book again tomorrow it was an absolute delight.
Thank you very much for your feedback and saying that Bandol is an absolute delight. It is so helpful that you have detailed all the information about the property and mentioned that it is very well located. I very much hope that you will be returning to Bandol in the future. You will be most welcome.
We have just spent a lovely week at Bandol.
. what a wonderful cottage - with the most amazing views out of every window - I would highly recommend.. Thank you
Thank you very much for your lovely feedback. I am pleased that you found it a wonderful cottage. We try and make it wonderful for everyone and very much enjoy going there ourselves. I do hope that you will be able to return to Bandol in the future.
We had a great stay here.
The cottage was so lovely, the pictures don't really do it justice! The views were amazing and it was perfect for exploring this part of the Lakes. Lots of walks from the doorstep and a great pub just down the road. The owner was very friendly and helpful via text and had thought of everything you could need at the cottage itself. Thank you for a lovely stay!
Thank you very much for your feedback. I am very pleased to hear that you had a great stay and enjoyed being at Bandol.. I am glad that you found my texts helpful and hopefully they helped you enjoy the area. I do hope that you will be able to return in the future.
Bandol is an excptional and very well presented property that is clearly loved by the friendly owner.
Ideally suited to those who prefer a private location but with ease of access to shops, pubs and local amenities. Wonderful walks in every direction without needing to use the car. Also, it is a bird watchers paradise! It was a joy to observe (and feed) them. The property is beautifully maintained and furnished, conveying a high level of comfort. Would not hesitate to recommend, and a return stay won't be far off...
Thank you very much for your feedback. We too love watching the birds when we go up to Bandol. There are such a variety of birds. I am so pleased you enjoyed staying at Bandol and hope you will return for another stay in the future.
Having stayed at 14 cottages over 20 years Bandol is by far the cleanest and best kept property.
It has an extremely well equipped kitchen and is warm and comfortable. It is a great cottage for a break with plenty of space in every room. Thank you N&J
Thank you for your feedback. I am delighted to hear that you found Bandol by far the cleanest and well kept propert amongst the many cottages you have stayed in. We try hard to maintain it well kept, clean and comfortable. I do hope you will be able to return and enjoy staying at Bandol again.
Excellent place to stay, great accommodation and owner shown great concern in making sure everything was ok.
Thank you very much for your great feedback. I am so pleased that you have enjoyed your stay at Bandol. I know that you have been many times and I am delighted to see that you have booked again to come next year. You will be very welcome
For anyone wondering about booking Bandol I’d say don’t hesitate.
I’ve re read the description and previous reviews following our stay and can assure the accuracy of all the positive comments. The house exceeded our expectations and I agree the photos don’t do it justice. The house was very clean on our arrival, it’s very spacious and comfortable, and the kitchen and utility has everything you need, lots of practical space, cooking equipment, cutlery and crockery. Also be assured that the showers are great, which is always important to me. The view from the large picture window is incredible. You can believe what you read. I’m certain we will return.
Thank you very much for your great feedback. Im very pleased to hear that the house exceeded your expectations. I do hope you return as soon as you can and of course you will be very welcome.
What an incredible place, the photographs don’t do it justice!
We have been to The Lakes 9 times, but this is the best property by far to date: an absolute GEM. We will be back!
Thank you so much for your feedback. I am delighted to hear that this is the best property you have stayed in in The Lakes. Wonderful to hear this. I do hope you will return in the near future
We had an absolutely lovely week at Bandol!
The cottage was beautiful, well equipped, comfortable and we could find no fault. The wildlife in the garden and surrounding field as well as the amazing views meant that everyone in the group (ranging from 6 to 84 years) had a wonderful stay. All bedrooms were clean comfortable and spacious and the communal areas were big enough to spread out and relax but also homely and tastefully decorated. Thank you for having us!
Thank you very much for your feedback. I am so pleased that everyone in your group had a wonderful stay. We will be delighted to welcome you back to Bandol in the future.
A much enjoyed rental for my family over several visits, It’s very comfortable and well equipped with great views and walks from the door.
Everything is well maintained and clean. We just love the peace and quiet.
Thank you very much for your feedback. I'm very pleased to hear that you have enjoyed being in Bandol over several visits and have enjoyed the peace and quiet. I do hope you will be able to return in the future
Immaculate property with a very well equipped kitchen and stunning views from every window.
There are a number of walks on the doorstep, as well as a couple of pubs, cafe and village shop. The owner was responsive and helpful when we had a query. Look forward to returning - best place we’ve stayed in the Lakes so far.
Thank you for your feedback. Delighted to hear that Bandol is the best place you have stayed in the Lakes so far. We too love going there. I do hope that you will return in the near future
Great property with everything you could need for your stay including plenty of games and books!
Thank you for your great feedback. I am very pleased that you found that Bandol had everything you could need. I do hope you will be able to return to Bandol in the future .
Excellent location and fantastic views.
Very comfortable and equipped to a very high standard. Efficient central heating system which coped well with the particularly cold weather. Good communication with the owner. We've had a very enjoyable stay.
Thank you very much for your feedback. I am delighted to hear that you had a very enjoyable stay and that the central heating system coped well with the cold weather. When we renovated Bandol we had a new system installed. It was lovely to be able to communicate with you and hear about your different walks. I hope you will be able to return to Bandol in the future.
Bandol was perfect for our 3-generation family holiday.
A lovely location with wonderful views all around. Very well equipped and had everything we needed; beds and sofas extremely comfortable. We would all be very happy to make a return visit! The only difficulty we had was trying to get the television to work...we could never remember from one day to the next which buttons to press on the handset to get the normal channels! Step by step instructions would be helpful! Thank you for sharing your lovely holiday home.
Thank you very much for your feedback. I'm pleased to hear that Bandol was perfect for your family, and I do hope you return. I am sorry that you had problems with the television. I will certainly provide step by step instructions. Should you chose to return to Bandol please do not hesitate to contact me if you have any problems. I am always happy to help.
Good property well situated.
Comfortable with good views of the vista. No problem parking. Kitchen good size and central heating no issues. Would stay again property is well booked in advance.
Thank you very much for your feedback. I'm very pleased you found everything in good order and I hope that you return to Bandol in the future
Lovely stay at Bandol.
Great location, well equipped, central for sight-seeing & great local pub for food & friendly welcome. Views from cottage are stunning. Will definitely stay again.
Thank you very much for your great feedback. Im so pleased to hear that you had a lovely stay in Bandol and I do hope that you will stay there again in the future.
Great location with beautiful walks direct from the house.
Best equipped kitchen we had ever seen in a holiday cottage. A close to a lovely pub.
Thank you very much for your feedback. I am pleased that you found the kitchen well equipped and enjoyed the beautiful walks direct from the house. I do hope you will be able to return to Bandol in the future
Bandol is the perfect place for a family holiday.
With 2 Granddaughters aged 1 & 3, Bandol was ideal for them. Plenty of space, both inside and out, and very child friendly. The cottage was very well equipped, there was absolutely nothing that we needed. The location was great, with a 5 minute walk to the coffee shop, village shop, and pubs in Braithwaite and just a short drive into Keswick. The views surrounding the cottage were breathtaking, with rabbits, sheep, and even a pheasant coming to visit. Plenty of walks and places to visit. The wildlife park in Bassenthwaite is a definite “must” especially for little ones. I have been to the Lakes many times, but I think Bandol has really hit the spot and myself and the family can’t wait to return!
Thank you very much for your feedback. I am delighted that you found Bandol child friendly and ideal for your 2 granddaughters and that Bandol hit the spot for yourself and all the family. I do hope that you will return to Bandol in the future. and be able to enjoy the wonderful views and lovely walks in the area.
Great place to stay, our fourth time there.
Peaceful, very roomy accommodation, facilities great, location perfect, views brilliant and to be able just to walk out on the fells from your door is superb
Thank you very much for your lovely feedback. We are very pleased that you had a great stay and delighted that it is your fourth time in Bandol. We do hope you will return again in the near future.
It was a very comfortable property, spacious, very well equipped, good car parking space, marvellous views, fabulous bird feeders, great boot management area!
The heating wasn't needed but we could control that and I'm sure it's very welcome at other times. The leaflets/ info might benefit from a sort out but that's very minor point, not a complaint.
Thank you very much for your great feedback. I'm delighted that you found Bandol a very spacious and comfortable property. I do hope you will be able to return in the future. Thank you for letting me know that the leaflets/info need a sort out. We are in Bandol again soon and will definitely sort them out.
Bandol is a lovely bungalow, spacious with 2 large bathrooms with excellent showers and great facilities.
The window overlooking Braithwaite and Skiddaw is wonderful. Sitting looking out in the morning was a joy . There was a wide variety of birds that came to the Bird feeders at the front and back of the bungalow, siskin, spotted woodpecker, chaffinch etc, and even a pheasant tried to join in! The view from the back windows overlooking the Coledale horseshoe was also fantastic. Our daughter has stayed here before and she recommended Bandol - so much she joined us on this trip!
Thank you very much for your feedback. I am delighted to hear that your daughter recommended Bandol and that she joined you on this trip. I do hope that you will be able to return to Bandol in the future.
Log burner needs some maintenance, but apart from that it was very comfortable with great views
Thank you for your feedback. Im pleased to hear that you found Bandol comfortable with great views. Thank you for pointing out that the log burner needs some maintenance. I will make sure that the maintenance work is carried out. I hope you will be able to return to Bandol in the future.
Bandol has been a cottage of choice for us it is well equipped and well placed for the northern mountains.
It has undergone some useful upgrades since our previous stay. The owner has got the formula for the cottage just right in our opinion.
Thank you very much for your feedback. I am very pleased that you have returned a number of times to Bandol and hope that you will return again in the future.
This is the third time we have stayed in Bandol and, as always, it was clean, spacious, well-equipped, with spectacular views, and an ideal base for walks from the door and further afield.
Thank you very much for your feedback. We are delighted that this is your third time you have stayed in Bandol. We look forward to welcoming you back again in the future.
We have been coming to Bandol every year for the past six years, and this was yet another lovely stay.
Great location - amazing views and wonderful walks straight from the door, pub a stone’s throw away plus village shop, cafe and other pub down the road. Bandol is always very clean and is a very spacious holiday home, with plenty of fridge and freezer space and utility/boot room. Would highly recommend.
Thank you for your feedback. We are pleased that you enjoy staying in Bandol and have been coming every year for the past 6 years. We look forward to welcoming you back again next year!
Bandol is a fabulous property.
It was clean and really well appointed. All the bedrooms are a good size and storage plentiful. The views are incredible and wildlife all around. It was really quiet and peaceful yet only a short walk to the pub and shop in Braithwaite and 5 minute drive into Keswick. The owner and housekeeper were friendly and welcoming. We can’t wait to return.
Thank you very much for your feedback. We are pleased that you enjoyed staying in Bandol and hope to be able to welcome you back again in the future.
We have stayed at Bandol before and it remains our first choice when visiting the northern lakes.
Well maintained bungalow with stunning views of Skiddaw across the valley just up the hill from two pubs and a lovely village shop. Perfect for a visit to the Lake District.
Thank you very much for your feedback. We are so pleased to welcome back repeat bookers and delighted that Bandol is your first choice when visiting the northern lakes. We do hope that you return to Bandol again in the future.
A fabulous spacious well equipt property with fantastic fell views, the added bonus of rabbits, pheasants and sheep with their lambs in the surrounding fields.
The two local pubs are 200 and 400 yards away and serve good food. We will most definitely book again. Rob of Portsmouth
Thank you very much for your feedback. I am very pleased you enjoyed being in Bandol and hope that you will come back again.
We found Bandol very welcoming and comfortable.
It has every amenity you need for your holiday - and more besides! The view from the window in the sitting room is superb.
Thank you very much for your feedback. We are very pleased that you found Bandol welcoming and comfortable and we are delighted to see that you will be back at Bandol next year.
We had a wonderful stay at Bandol, Thank you to the helpful owners for sharing their lovely home.
The house was comfortable, tastefully furnished, well equipped and very clean. There are beautiful views from every window. We were three generations from 22 to 89 and the house worked perfectly for us all. We would love to return and will highly recommend.
Thank you very much for your feedback. We are delighted that you all enjoyed being in Bandol. Thanks to you as well for being so accommodating and allowing some work to be carried out in Bandol while you were there. We do hope you return in the future.
This holiday house has everything you need for a perfect relaxed holiday whether you want to watch birds from the panoramic window ,walk ,cook or play games and read .
There is space so you never feel cramped . The location is also perfect with many walks from the door and a very well stocked village shop very close nearby .
Thank you very much for your feedback. We are so pleased you had a lovely week in Bandol and hope that you will be able to return sometime in the future
We had another lovely stay in Bandol for half-term week, our "home-from-home" never fails to impress us - superb accommodation with many facilities and a great location
Thank you very much for your feedback. Delighted you had another lovely stay at Bandol. We look forward to welcoming you back next year.
Fantastic views from all points of the house.
Very large sitting room with panoramic view of the mountains. Very well equipped kitchen with attention to details such as hooks for hanging coats and towels in the bedrooms and bathrooms. Excellent for walking the mountains straight from the door. We enjoyed the most comfortable stay ever. Highly recommended. You won’t be disappointed at all.
Thank you very much for your lovely feedback and for mentioning the attention to details. We try and give attention to details and are very pleased that you have noticed them. The hooks behind the doors was a suggestion by one of our repeat bookers and we were delighted to be able to oblige. We are very pleased you enjoyed being in Bandol and hope that you will return again before too long.
We have booked many holiday properties over many years with Heart of the Lakes and "Bandol" is our absolute favourite.
It is very smart but comfortable and welcoming, well equipped and well maintained. It ticks all our boxes.
Thank you for your feedback. We are delighted that Bandol is your absolute favourite. We hope that you return to Bandol soon.
We love this property and have been returning every summer since we discovered it.
We book as soon as dates are released to ensure we get our chosen weeks! The house has stunning views in all directions, is very well equipped, clean and comfortable, and the owner is really helpful. I cannot recommend it too highly.
Thank you very much for your feedback. We are very pleased that you love the property and keep returning every year.
Thank you for a wonderful stay at this stunning property.
The views are amazing and it's a perfect location for walking and enjoying the local area. There's a good pub and well stocked shop nearby. The property was presented to the highest standard and had everything we needed. I highly recommend this excellent property.
Thank you very much for your great feedback. I am very pleased to hear that you had a lovely week and that there was everything you needed in Bandol.
We had a wonderful week's holiday at Bandol during Easter, the weather was good and we were able to get out and about walking every day
Thank you very much for your feedback. I am very pleased to be able to welcome you again to Bandol in the near future
Bandol is a very special property, and certainly the best we have stayed in.
Positioned just above the lovely village of Braithwaite the views are stunning from every room and the location provided a peaceful stay. The owner clearly cares passionately about providing the perfect home from home with everything you need and more. Bandol was comfortable, clean and cosy. I can't recommend this property highly enough. We will definitely return.
Thank you very much for your excellent feedback. Yes, we do care passionately about Bandol and hope that everyone who goes there enjoys it as much as we do. We do hope you will return to Bandol in the future.
Go regularly, always happy with the facilities and location.
Thank you very much for your feedback. We are so pleased that you go regularly and enjoy Bandol
Exceptional property, the owners have taken a lot of care in creating this outstanding cottage nothing was missing for our comfort.
Beautiful views from every room and the weather was kind to us even though we had two weather warnings!!!!
Thank you very much for your lovely feed back. I am very pleased to hear that you enjoyed your week at Bandol
Bandol is the best cottage we have stayed in.
It is very comfortable and is extremely well equipped. The accommodation is very spacious allowing 8 guests to have there own space. The owner has thought of every detail to ensure the holiday is a delight from bird feeders to blackout blinds and comfortable settes and chairs . Bandol is in a great location .The views towards Skiddaw are superb and it is in the ideal location for walking in a variety of directions from the door .
Thank you very much for your lovely feedback. We look forward to welcoming you back at Bandol for new year 2022!
When we arrived at Bandol we were delighted to discover a beautiful house in a stunning location.
We spent the journey home discussing when we could book for a return visit.
So pleased to hear that you had a great time in Bandol and are hoping to return. You will be most welcome.
Once again we have enjoyed our holiday in this property.
It is clean, well equipped and in a beautiful location. Ticks all the boxes for us!
Thank you for your feedback. I am so pleased that you return again and again.
Comfortable and very peaceful.
Very responsive owner. No hesitation in recommending this high quality cottage. Sykes cottages not as good as original Heart of the Lakes, but don't let this put you off.
Thank you very much for your feedback. I look forward to welcoming you back to Bandol soon!
We’ve stayed at Bandol many times and have found it to be a wonderful home away from home in terms of comfort and facilities, and also a perfect location for lovely walks both from the back door or to drive from.
Thank you very much for your feedback. I am so pleased that you have stayed in Bandol many times and hope that you will be coming back again
We were very pleased with the accommodation and it was an excellent location with good facilities and beautiful views.
The only negative comment we could make was that the master bedroom had not been hoovered as there was quite a lot of long loose hair on the carpet. Also, it would be a good idea to be supplied with two keys for large parties who may be splitting off and doing their own things for the day. Other than, we would certainly use the property again if possible for another large family stay.
Thank you very much for your feedback. I am pleased that you enjoyed your stay in Bandol. Thank you for the comment about the loose hairs in the carpet in the master bedroom . We have now bought a new Shark hoover which is so much better than the previous hoover. I have also checked that there are two keys which, as you say, is helpful if there are large parties.
Bandol is an outstanding property, well equipped, clean and comfortable with the most amazing views!
Well placed for walks on the surrounding fells and quick and easy access into Keswick. We loved our stay and will definitely be booking again!
Thank you for your feedback. I do hope that you will be returning to Bandol again
Years since we last visited Lakes, so delighted with our choice of holiday home.
Comfortable, spacious and very well equipped. View of Skiddaw across valley from living room is spectacular! Peaceful and relaxing spot. Excellent base for seeing this northern part of Lakes - lovely walks at Derwentwater, Buttermere and Rydal. Pencil Museum in Keswick is genuinely fascinating. Huge thanks to owner - our first trip since September was wonderful and we'll definitely be returning.
Thank you so much for your feedback. I am delighted that you enjoyed your week at Bandol. I do hope that you will return soon!
A fantastic house in a wonderful location! So clean, cozy and well equipped! We have had a brilliant 2 week stay here.
Great place to stay, views and location were excellent! Very well equipped, we have already booked for next year!
Fantastic! Beautiful house in a great location. Calm, peaceful and tranquil! Perfect - Says it all!
Such a homely feeling. So warm and cosy, had everything we needed and more. Cannot thank you enough for such a relaxing beautiful weekend away.
Excellent accommodation, comfortable, clean with all essentials needed. Amazing views.
Good to know
House Rules
Good housekeeping bond
This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £200
Smoking
Not permitted
Stay Information
Check-in / Check-out
15:00 / 10:00
Property ref
1042996
Parking
Off Road Parking
Guest & Pet Policy
Pets
Not allowed
Children
Children and infants welcome