Bowscale View

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Features

Sleeps 4 people
2 bedrooms
2 bathrooms
No pets allowed

Off road parking
Smoke-free
Garden / Patio
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine

Reviews

“We were 4 people and we had a very nice stay in the cottage.”

However, the boiler had a breakdown, so we had no heat and hot water. But it was fixed rather quickly and "we received a bottle of red wine as a patch on the wound". ... more
However, the boiler had a breakdown, so we had no heat and hot water. But it was fixed rather quickly and "we received a bottle of red wine as a patch on the wound". We have no complaints at all. But it would have been more comfortable if the beds on the 1st floor had been wider.

Mr Langhoff, June 2019
“Shower over the bath was a bit dodgy and head far too low for an average person, blind over the skylight in the smaller room was broken.”

Would have been nicer with larger beds, there is certainly room for them in the bedrooms. Other than that it was a lovely cottage and facilities were fine. Great loca... more
Would have been nicer with larger beds, there is certainly room for them in the bedrooms. Other than that it was a lovely cottage and facilities were fine. Great location away from it all.

Mr Boyle, May 2019
“Bowscale View is literally in the middle of nowhere and does not have wi-fi.”

So what, "de-screening" for seven days is no big deal. The house is suitable for 2 couples having 2 bedrooms with double beds and en suite shower/bath/toilet. As my wif... more
So what, "de-screening" for seven days is no big deal. The house is suitable for 2 couples having 2 bedrooms with double beds and en suite shower/bath/toilet. As my wife and I like to sleep in separate beds we each made use of a bedroom. The house offers all the amenities you need although the "kitchen area" is a little cramped but since there were only 2 of us that was not a major issue. The sitting area looks out onto a terrace and hills in the background and is visited on a daily basis by the resident pheasant and squirrel. The nearby road sees so little traffic, especially after dark, and as a consequence it is blissfully quiet. The area is ideal for walking and cycling and places like Penrith, Keswick and Carlisle are within a short distance.

Mr De Neef, August 2018

We would like to thank you for your feedback! We are really pleased you enjoyed the blissful quiet of our cosy rural retreat. Whilst we don't offer Wifi, our property offers a range of activities from the doorstep and for those that want to touch base with family and friends at home our local area has recently been upgraded to full 4G coverage. Sykes owner relations
“This was a beautiful location and really comfortable, warm and cosy.”

The owner was very friendly and helpful. We enjoyed exploring the peaceful surroundings near Mosedale, but the location is also handy for Keswick, Ullswater, Penrith a... more
The owner was very friendly and helpful. We enjoyed exploring the peaceful surroundings near Mosedale, but the location is also handy for Keswick, Ullswater, Penrith and Derwent water. The annexe was clean and had great facilities. The only thing that could have made it better would be wifi.

Mr Rajkowski, August 2018
“Fantastic place, peace and quiet.”

Excellent views. The owner was very friendly. The kitchen tap was leaking slightly, which was replaced within 24 hrs of notifying the owner without any disturbance to... more
Excellent views. The owner was very friendly. The kitchen tap was leaking slightly, which was replaced within 24 hrs of notifying the owner without any disturbance to us. Will definitely stay again.

Mr Harris, August 2018
“Let's start with the positives - this is a fantastic location, truly outstanding, nice kitchen units/area, freezer in addition to the fridge, a very nice place to stay.”

Plus red squirrels frequent the patio area. However, more feedback needs to be given to the owners from either the guests or via the people to clean regarding probl... more
Plus red squirrels frequent the patio area. However, more feedback needs to be given to the owners from either the guests or via the people to clean regarding problems/deficiencies, they spoil the experience in an otherwise fantastic location. I would not go back, or recommend it to a friend without cavaets because of the problems - which could easily be remedied The property is advertised as sleeping 4 - only three wine glasses were provided - I phoned our 'contact point' requesting more but heard nothing back so I phoned Becks at Sykes and she arranged for three more to be delivered - that was good but Sykes should not have to be involved when there are people 'on the ground' who can more easily remedy a problem/issue. Also no bottle opener, or corkscrew, or serving spoon..... easily remedied, or just write in the description "Must bring own Bottle opener, corkscrew and any glasses you may require" The tap in the kitchen leaked all over the units around the sink literally whenever it was turned on - I'm sure the problem could be simply remedied with a spanner and a washer but it's not good enough just to ignore it. Even if the guests did not specify the problem in feedback the cleaners would know of the problem. We wrapped tea-towels around the base of the tap and wrung them out when they got too saturated. Maybe the description should include "We will provide towels for the leaking kitchen tap in addition to other towels and linen" The toilet seat in one of the en-suite bathrooms was not properly attached - one of our party who was a little bit less mobile found that the toilet seat would detach itself during visits - not great in the middle of the night. The ceiling roller blind in the second bedroom was broken, the cord just wrapped around the nearest beam - not essential, but when you are paying close to £1000 for a three night stay, I'd expect more. An unimportant point on its own, but illustrative of the lack of attention to detail in generating an overall favourable impression was outside - on the patio area were a couple of plastic bird feeders and a bird table - nice if you want to watch the local bird population feeding - however these were broken beyond care or repair - it gave a poor impression. Don't have them if they're going to look a mess, take them away or fix them, otherwise it looks like the owner is not concerned about detail or the guests impressions.

Mr James, August 2018
“The cottage was in a beautiful, quiet location and beautifully renovated with good facilities.”

No wi-fi, but that's standard in such locations, and was made up for by the situation. Very spacious and homely. Great base for cycling, walking and peace.Would definit... more
No wi-fi, but that's standard in such locations, and was made up for by the situation. Very spacious and homely. Great base for cycling, walking and peace.Would definitely visit again.

Dr Worth, July 2018
“The ceiling light in 2nd bedroom was not working.”

The shaving light in the 2nd toilet was not working. The kitchen tap was leaking water all over the worktop.

Dr Karwa, July 2018
“A great location.”

The cottage was warm and had the most breathtaking views. The facilities are great such as the dishwasher and the laundry room.

Ms Abdul Aziz, April 2018
“It was a great place perfect for 2 couples.”

Very friendly and amazing location. Can I move in please?

Mr Harris, March 2018
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The property

Bowscale View, dates back to 1860 and is a traditional Cumbrian stone built farmhouse, set in a courtyard next to The Hayloft with two bedrooms and views across the open countryside towards the river and Mosedale Valley. With flagged floors, feature stone walls the cottage will appeal to those who are looking for a relaxing break away from the main tourist hot spots with walking straight from the door over the Caldbeck Fells.

The cottage has 2 double bedrooms one with an en-suite bathroom and the other has an en-suite shower room both with feature stone walls, kitchen with dining area and the split level sitting room offers views across the patio towards Bowscale View. Being located in the northern fells below Carrock Fell, the cottage has views across the River Caldew and valley where you can explore at your leisure. Close by is Ullswater, Keswick, the Eden Valley and Hadrian's Wall. If you want to discover further afield the Solway Coast, Yorkshire Dales, the Pennines and Lancashire can be reached within an hour and a half drive.

Summary

Over two floors
Two bedrooms: 1 with en-suite bathroom, basin and WC, 1 with en-suite shower, basin and WC
Kitchen with dining area
Sitting room with flagged floor, stone walls and reading area.
Night storage heaters
Electric oven, ceramic hob, microwave, fridge, Sky digital TV and DVD. Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen inc. in the rent. Private parking. There is shared use of the courtyard laundry room with washing machine and tumble dryer
Private patio with seating and view to Bowscale Fell
Shared use of the garden with a summer house, picnic table and BBQ
Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shops, pubs and restaurants in Penrith or Keswick a 20 minute drive
Walking from the door along the River and Caldbeck Fells.

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About the location

TROUTBECK

Windermere 3 miles; Ambleside 4 miles.

The small Lakeland village of Troutbeck can be found between its more famous neighbours Windermere and Ambleside, close by the Kirkstone Pass. A mixture of houses, cottages and farms, the village is scattered along a narrow lane bordered by a drystone wall. Many of these buildings date back to the 17th Century with features such as mullioned windows and heavy cylindrical chimneys and the northern end boasts its own 17th century inn. Close by, the bustling towns of Windermere and Ambleside are popular with visitors, providing a range of amenities to suit all tastes. Lake Windermere offers boat trips, including the lakeside ferry to the Lakeside Aquarium and Grizedale Forest Park. The ‘Windermere Steamboat Museum’ displays a fascinating collection of boats whilst children will enjoy the ‘World of Beatrix Potter’ in Bowness, where technology brings her characters to life. Within easy reach of destinations such as Coniston Water, Kendal, Keswick and the Lakeland Mountains, Troutbeck is ideally situated for exploring all that the region has to offer.

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Reviews

“We were 4 people and we had a very nice stay in the cottage.”

“Shower over the bath was a bit dodgy and head far too low for an average person, blind over the skylight in the smaller room was broken.”

“Bowscale View is literally in the middle of nowhere and does not have wi-fi.”

“This was a beautiful location and really comfortable, warm and cosy.”

“Fantastic place, peace and quiet.”

“Let's start with the positives - this is a fantastic location, truly outstanding, nice kitchen units/area, freezer in addition to the fridge, a very nice place to stay.”

“The cottage was in a beautiful, quiet location and beautifully renovated with good facilities.”

“The ceiling light in 2nd bedroom was not working.”

“A great location.”

“It was a great place perfect for 2 couples.”