Acorn Cottage

Excellence location and very well equipped comfy cottage.

Ideal for short stays.

A lovely cottage, very well located in Grasmere.

Comfortable beds, well equipped, a great base for walking the beautiful Lakeland fells.

Acorn Cottage is a wonderful property!

Comfortable, clean and well stocked. From other reviews some said there was no hand wash but there was when we stayed. There was also a nice welcome pack with tea and biscuits and a cleaning pack. Bring loo roll if you're there for more than a couple days and a bath mat. The kitchen has all utensils, dishes and cookware you need. Beds are comfy but could use some blackout blinds especially in the master bedroom. We had a wonderful stay and are looking forward to going back!

The cleanliness of the property was hit and miss.

Clean bedding and towels. Kitchen and bathroom OK. State of landing window and stair carpet a disgrace. Bits of the outside woodland was annealed to the window frame and ledge; and application of the vacuum cleaner produced no result. Returning from a long walk in the rain, a hot shower would have been nice but the temperature cut off on the regulator was jammed so water was just warm. The listing does not state that the garden is enclosed but be warned - anyone taking a dog who is an escaper needs to keep them close. Location is excellent, close to village but quiet. (We saw a red squirrel from the front bedroom window.)

Our third visit to Acorn cottage in three years, unfortunately it needs some TLC it has become somewhat rundown in the last year , my duvet had three stains on it.

One of my pillows did not have a pillow protector on. One of the outside chairs was broken, the bathroom window catch was full of rust as was the light fitting in the bathroom , the banister rails were dirty and paint chipped off , one of the pictures in the lounge had a big chip out of the frame , so unfortunately we will not be returning to Acorn cottage

Beautiful place to stay - light ,warm and stylish .

There is a problem with the hot water . When we stayed last year the shower was very hot and could not be adjusted .This time it was barely warm , and for the last two days ice cold . We would look forward to coming back if this problem could be sorted out . Mark Linfoot .

Acorn was very nice.

It is a little walk away from the main area of Grasmere, making it more peaceful than most other lodgings. It is very cozy for our family of four. The kitchen and living room were very nice, as well as the bedrooms. The bathroom had a massive shower, which was very enjoyable. It was too rainy for us to enjoy the outdoor seating area, but the view was amazing. You can see the village as well as the mountains in the background. Overall, Acorn cottage is a splendid place to stay at if you are visiting Grasmere.

Lovely cottage in true Lakeland style.

Fully equipped with quality appliances and furnishings. Very comfortable beds in cozy rooms affording peaceful sleep. Beautiful views through the woods to the fells and mountains. Close to the Grassmere offerings yet away from the bustle. Adequate parking recess on site. Pleasant outside seating area for four.

We had a fantastic stay at this lovely dog-friendly cottage.

It truly had everything we needed for a comfortable and relaxing break — well-equipped kitchen, cosy living space, and a really comfortable bed. It felt like a real home from home. The location was perfect, peaceful yet just a short distance from Grasmere, making it ideal for exploring the village and the surrounding walks. Our dog was very welcome too, which made the stay even more enjoyable. We wouldn’t hesitate to return!

We had a wonderful week here, gorgeous cosy cottage just a 2 minute walk from the village with lots of lovely walks right on your doorstep!

We come every January with our dog who loves nothing more than going on a big hike and settling in front of the fire! Absolute bird haven aswell, thoroughly enjoyed feeding the birds in the garden, and the badger that visits most nights too! Will be back next year :-) x

Love the cottage and location beds are comfy and kitchen has everything you need.

There are a few minor issues. Shower holder is broken, no tongs for log burner and sofa is uncomfortable. Overall great cottage

Absolutely loved our stay at Acorn Cottage.

It was beautiful. Just on the edge of the village. Lovely and peaceful. The facilities in the cottage were second to none. We will definitely be returning. Thank you so much for allowing us to stay there

A beautiful cosy cottage that is tardis like, in that from the outside it looks small, but good size rooms throughout.

Many a morning entertained by the birds visiting the bird feeders. Close to the centre of the village and access to some great walks.

Lovely cottage with elegant decor and good facilities .

The fixed covers on the sofa and armchairs could do with a steam clean , and the bathroom light isn’t working .Heating system really good and simple to use . Very enjoyable stay and we look forward to returning .

We had a lovely stay at Acorn Cottage, close to Grasmere and all the cafes and shops.

The house was perfect, comfortable for the two of us, plenty of room to relax. It was unfortunate that building works were going on up the road so loud lorries passed by from before 8 but that is a temporary issue. Our dog needed to be on the lead in the gravel garden but there is a green 100 yards away in the village we used too. Would stay here again. Perfect for our needs.

Perfect cottage , our second stay , just seconds from Grassmere Village Centre , in a slightly elevated location so no noise nuisance The only addition to the cottage needed is a full length mirror otherwise everything that is needed for a perfect holiday

A lovely cottage in an ideal spot for a short stroll into Grasmere and a gateway to longer walks.

The house was well equipped and the furniture comfortable. A couple of minor points, which wouldn't stop us from staying again, but worth the owner considering for future. The sofa was a little marked, the outside of the house could do with a little spruce up. Also worth noting that whilst it is pet friendly, the outside space is not enclosed. All in all though we enjoyed our stay very much.

Had a lovely break in Acorn cottage,a lovely cosy cottage,had everything you would need for a short break,really comfortable bed,outdoor hose to clean walking boots and dogs paws,cottage is in grasmere so handy for shops and cafes and for various walks,never used car once,weather was great which helps,there is parking for one car then some steps up to the cottage,would recommend Acorn cottage and will return again in the future.

Excellent stay yet again .

That’s four or five times we have stayed in Acorn cottage hopefully be back soon

The cottage is in great location and has everything you need.

Beds are comfy and kitchen is small but has everything. I would suggest that the property is fired and in need of a paint job and new sofa as the cushions fall off and it’s marked. What is essential are some coat hooks as you walk in as there is nowhere to hang coats and also some in bedrooms.

Our 3rd stay at Acorn Cottage but the first for several years.

Superb position with easy access to the village and fells. We didn’t need use the car at all. Beautifully furnished and very comfortable. Unfortunately our request for the twin beds to be zip-locked didn’t get through.However, otherwise we had a lovely stay and look forward to returning.

Lovely cottage in an excellent location.

“Perfect little cottage “ quality appliances in the kitchen the only thing missing is a small coffee Machine, Good quality mattresses and bedding In need of some coat hooks downstairs, nowhere to hang wet coats The bathroom gets very steamed up even with the extractor fan on and the window open and is making black marks on the ceiling and window frame , perhaps a more efficient extractor fan needed , but overall, we really enjoyed our stay

Location location location Great little cottage - really enjoyed our stay.

Only minor gripe is that the WiFi could be a little quicker. Would definitely come back

What a gorgeous holiday house!

Admittedly, one I might not have booked based on previous negative reviews but I booked late so had little choice and went for its location. Am so glad I did - yes the location is perfect close to central Grasmere but on a quiet lane where walkers pass starting their treks. On the doorstep are walks to Easedale Tarn, Helm Crag, circular lake walks and Silver How. But the cottage itself is also so lovely, tastefully and recently decorated, small but perfectly formed kitchen with fancy oven and enviable cutlery draw. Mini welcome packs of tea bags, dishwasher tabs etc provide the basics. Generous lounge with log fire we didn’t need in balmy August. Two lovely bedrooms with sumptuous bedding and heavy curtains and a modern luxury bathroom with lots of hot water. The heating works well (ok it wasn’t that balmy). Highly recommend and will come back if I can! Yes there’s no cheese grater but the co-op sells grated cheese and frankly there’s more in life to worry about! Bring your kitchen basics and an oven tray if you need one, and enjoy this gem!

Acorn Cottage was well appointed small but lovely kitchen and Miele appliances, etc.

comfortable furniture and cosy. Clearly was a loved property of the owner at one point, but feels very uncared for now and tired via the holiday rental market. Exterior in need of paint and general maintenance. Front 'garden' area is in need of weeding and general tidying up, lots of weeds and generally neglected. The garden furniture has been cleaned but is unappealing and not somewhere you would want to sit. Needs proper maintenance and care. Basic items missing from house - eg baking tray and cheese grater. Also nowhere to hang coats. Not somewhere we would stay again. Welcome pack from Lakelovers is akin to that of a budget hotel and smacks of tokenism. Would be reluctant to book again via Lakelovers.

Unfortunately our stay at Acorn cottage was not what we hoped for.

On arrival our 1st job was to remove a rather large pile of dog poo from outside the French doors, presumably left by the previous occupants dog. The outside garden furniture is unusable, covered in green moss. The wooden floor in the living area was very dusty. Our biggest disappointment was the bathroom. Both shower heads trickle water out and the water is only just warm. The toilet brush is vile and cannot believe reading back on some of the reviews that this and several other of the above has already been pointed out. Our family have been visiting Grasmere for years but unfortunately none of us would return to Acorn Cottage.

So we booked this cottage to be local to Grasmere and the surrounding fells to hike.

Wonderful location for this . Lots of privacy , set apart from nearby houses. I had previously read on TripAdvisor that this cottage lacked basic amenities and supplies . But we were pleasantly surprised to find it had everything we needed for a cosy Lakeland stay . There is a hairdryer , contrary to the cottage description omission of this . Plus appreciated welcome pack and kitchen cleaning products. Lovely wood burner used twice after wet days on the fells which quickly warmed us and dried our clothes. Good sized shower room/ bathroom . We would use this cottage again. What could be improved is maintenance of the outside furniture : needs sanding and painting . Plus bed protectors and duvet needs cleaning as these were stained . I'd also add coat hooks by the kitchen radiator/ cupboard. Thank you .

Great location for the village.

Wasn’t enough hooks to hang coats etc nowhere to put muddy boots . Shed to front but full of paint etc. shower temperature would not alter. Bring your own condiments . It’s a lovely cottage just not as many nice finishing touches as some of the other places we have stayed in

A couple of rolls of toilet paper and salt and pepper would be appreciated.

The bathroom window has mould and a sticker saying please don’t open, this was the same 8 years ago when we last stayed, couldn’t it be fixed. The skirtings behind the bedside tables were filthy. When we arrived furniture was pushed in to a corner. No accommodation specific instructions I.E. what to do with ash from the fire. Oven instructions. Bin on the road being used by others for dog poo and leaves, perhaps should be kept on the higher level.

Can't fault it only wish earlier check in days gone 4 o'clock

Lovely cottage.

Fab location for less than a minutes walk into Grasmere Village. My only comment would be the very steep set of stone stairs up to the cottage might be an issue for some people. It rained whilst we were there and they were a bit slippy. Lovely stay would deffo go back

Property needs attention, windows didn’t close upstairs and one said do not open, mould on bathroom ceiling, damp on walls on landing a bedroom and a ceiling.

No garden and tables in front not able to sit on one broken and one needs rubbing down and repainting. No where to hang any coats or put boots especially if wet. Bed in front Bedroom was not made up as double as asked for.

Very conveniently situated for the village yet quiet and secluded.

Lovely sitting room and excellent well equipped kitchen. Bedrooms comfortable. Our criticism is the state of paintwork especially in bathroom. The windows and ceiling are urgently in need of attention. Hope this can be addressed soon for future visitors.

Wonderful located well equipped cottage.

Loved its position in the crags and trees. It felt like being in a tree house. Saw red squirrels which was a highlight. So close to village centre but secluded. Many walks from door. Very rarely used the car. Agree with other feedback that the bathroom really needs decorating. However very comfy beds and excellently equipped kitchen and everything else really top knotch. Especially appreciated the welcome pack.

Very dirty-( have photos to back that up).

Outside furniture could have been cleaned up- scrubbed & stained & protective cover. Light bulbs out or completely missing-ie lounge+ kitchen extractor (again have back up into on that) Damp patches in bedroom & landing. Kitchen utensils are dirty & dusty! Hob filthy & sticky Toaster filthy- previous bread seeds smeared on top of toaster!

Beautiful cottage ideally lac

Very comfortable cottage in an ideal location, a couple of minutes from the village centre.

It is very well equipped with quality kitchen equipment, and soft furnishings. Maintenance could be better- light bulbs out, WC cistern not stopping filling, garden furniture ready for the skip. It also needs a folder with instructions about how everything works- yes you can figure it out but the lack of such basic information creates a negative first impression.

great location for a Grasmere stay.

Property a little tied painting required inside and out,windows need replacing,garden furniture is a disgrace dirty full of moss and one chair broken it wouldn,t take much to make this place perfect but my views are the same as previous quests so owners obviously not listening for the prices now being listed the cottages need to be spot on.They should be inspected regularly by Sykes to make sure all facilities are up to scratch and prices adjusted to suit.

Acorn Cottage in Grasmere presents a bit of a conundrum!

It's evident that the owners spared no expense in renovating and refurbishing the property to a high standard several years ago, with top-of-the-range white goods in the kitchen and quality furnishings throughout. However, time has taken its toll, and the cottage now appears quite worn, with an urgent need for a full redecoration and soft furnishing replacements in several rooms to restore it to its former glory. In addition to requiring a complete redecoration, it needs a thorough spring clean to refresh its appearance. The paintwork, windows and doors are all quite grimy and necessitate attention beyond the customary cleaning after guest departures. If we had our grandchildren with us, we would not have felt comfortable placing them in the stained and unclean highchair. Additionally, the property's eco credentials are less than ideal, as all windows are single-glazed, and prone to being cold and draughty. At the outset of our stay, we discovered that the TV aerial cable was damaged, resulting in no TV reception. We contacted Lakelovers in the morning, and their maintenance personnel promptly replaced the cable within a couple of hours - full credit to them for their efficient response. In the meantime, as the WIFI signal was good, we were able to stream Netflix, iPlayer, etc to our devices. Despite its shortcomings, we found the location of the property to be ideal as it was just a short walk from the charming centre of Grasmere. We enjoyed our brief stay there and appreciated the convenience of having a car parking space suitable for our estate car and being in such proximity to the cafes, bars, and restaurants made our short stay even more enjoyable.

The cottage requires painting inside and out as the windows and main door are showing bare wood and signs of reglect regarding any type of maintenance.

One of the sitting area chairs need repairs as the wheels on the chair have broken off at some point and this is has scratched the floor over the past months or years ..

An ideally placed little cottage, very comfortable and clean, bed very comfortable, everything you want to self cater , 2 mins walk to centre of Grasmere and my favourite pub 'the good sport' home brewed ales beautiful

Acorn Cottage is absolutely lovely, we had a wonderful stay -our only thought, which did not spoil the holiday by any means, is that it would be useful to have a folder with essential info about the cottage all in one place, as for instance it took us over a day to find the wifi code.

We would definitely recommend a holiday here.

Really nice cottage that I would happily stay at again.

It was clean, warm and comfortable and in a great location just off of the centre of Grasmere.

Our 3rd stay in Acorn cottage excellent wee break .

Will definitely be back again

Acorn Cottage is in a lovely location, just on the edge of the village.

It is cosy and warm and mostly clean and well equipped, and has very comfortable beds. However, 2 of the 3 ceiling lights in the lounge weren’t working, so it was very dim at night. We couldn’t find any new bulbs in the cupboards. The table mats on the dining table are rather shabby. All the windows were dirty. The external downspout from the bathroom, which is next to the kitchen window, is broken, so it splashes the window as water pours down. We couldn’t find a way of contacting the owner or Sykes, to inform them and get these things fixed.

The property was superb, centrally located and extremely well equipped.

The only downside was the lack of WI-FI for the full duration of our stay. The property is advertised as being equipped with WI-FI but a check of prior reviews also noted “issues” so it was clearly still an on going concern and a heads up prior to our arrival would have been good so we could have been better prepared. However the first we knew of the problem was a hand written note left by LakeLovers advising that they hoped the problem would be rectified that day (Saturday 27th August) but that was not the case. There was no further communication from LakeLovers until we chased on Tuesday 30th following the Bank Holiday. We were told someone needed to visit the property to “complete set up” and we waited in for some on the morning of Thursday 1st Sept however, no one turned up. We spoke to LakeLovers again and they, again, confirmed that they needed to attend the property so we waited in again on Friday afternoon for someone to come. This time someone did attend but was unable to rectify the issue. It was still unresolved upon our departure. We specifically booked the property based on the need for internet connectivity as I had work commitments during the week so it did make life somewhat difficult and impacted upon our stay based on our having to wait in for someone to attend the property. As noted prior warning from LakeLovers before our arrival would have given us the opportunity to prepare and to rearrange work commitments and we were also disappointed at the lack of proactivity from LakeLovers regarding what is clearly a long standing issue. LakeLovers also advised that a full case review would be conducted and we would be contacted in due course to discuss further, at this current time we are still awaiting contact and the feedback promised.

Book this cottage!

We nearly didn’t book because of the mixed reviews, but please don’t let these put you off. Acorn cottage is quaint and beautiful, you can’t beat the location - 30 seconds walk in to Grassmere, and plenty of walks for all abilities from the door. You’re only a short drive away from other areas of the lakes for day trips - Ambleside, Keswick. Parking is really no problem - we have a Honda Civic which fit with plenty of room. Outside there are two sets of garden furniture. The garden isn’t secure so stick the dog on a long line. Inside the cottage is sparkling clean and comes with a lovely welcome pack of tea, coffee, milk sachets and biscuits. There’s also a little cleaning pack with bin bags, washing tablets and dish cloth. The kitchen is well equipped with absolutely everything you will need, the living room is lovely and cosy (especially with a roaring fire!) and the beds are very comfy. Heavy curtains perfect for winter and easy to use central heating. The shower is nice and hot after a long day in the fells. It would be a squeeze for 4 people but as a couple or family with children it’s perfect. We didn’t use the Wi-Fi so can’t comment on that, but hopefully you’re thinking of staying there as a holiday and not to work! Get out and enjoy the Lakes. We had a Saturday to Wednesday stay and absolutely loved it, we did so much and we could have done more. TIPS / NEED TO KNOW - Yes, the stairs up to the cottage are steep and not suitable for those who struggle with mobility - Bring a towel to lay on the floor for dirty shoes, there’s a shoe cupboard but limited room - You will need: logs, more toilet roll, washing up liquid, salt and pepper, cooking oil, milk - Tweedies is the best for food and drinks

No wifi for duration of stay Day 1: Wifi password incorrect Day 3: “Here’s the wifi password” (you sent me the same password that wasn’t recognised, only with a typo) No that’s not the problem, it’s a password issue “ Ok we’ll get in touch with BT who will call tomorrow” Day 4 6pm: No BT “BT will still be coming tonight” Day 5: BT come: No problem with line or router “We’ll send maintenance man first thing in the morning” Day 6: No one came Day 7: Home Case study in poor communication, not listening, reading from an algorithm, multiple staff members not taking responsibility, terrible customer service.

Meantime I’m on the phone almost every day, listening to people fob me off, racking up data charges with poor signal anyway, having to go to cafes for wifi to do work. If the owners read this, they should realise they’re paying for a shoddy and unfit for purpose service that still hasn’t resolved the issue for the next guests.

This is a cute cosy cottage with a small but well stocked kitchen.

and a generous bathroom The property was reasonably clean throughout with a bit of dust behind the bedside cabinets. There needs to be a note not to open the RHS bathroom window as its rotted away from the hinge. And the patio furniture mentioned last year as broken hasnt been repaired. Before booking I would advise people to check the location on google, as the stone stairs to the property are steep, and the parking space is extremely tight.

Cleanliness was very poor.

Dirty sock in the second bedroom (I note that this has been highlighted by other customers).No instructions on how to use the heating, cookers or fire. Found the cooker and fire generic instructions in a draw after a few days, but a summary would have been very useful. A few hooks in the kitchen and bathroom would be useful and at minimum cost.

On arrival we had a slight issue with the heat alarm and reported this resulting in a very quick response time from the Lakelovers team.

The cottage is lovely and cozy but the road was busier then advertised.

Also the twin beds weren’t made into twins - it was made as a double. We didn’t ring as the kids were fine in the end but it says made into twins automatically unless requested otherwise. The cottage itself needs a new lick of paint - their were some odd patches on the walls. The shower could also do with some mould spray around some edges and maybe a couple of extra towels

List of issues with the cottage: • Children's beds in the wrong configuration upon arrival • Washer broken when we came to use it on our second day • One of the tall glasses in cupboard was cracked • One cup in cupboard full of dirty water, spilling over us • Large tray in the top oven was greasy and unwashed • One of the outside wooden chairs broken • Pillows in the master bedroom smelt like wet dog Suggestions: • We felt that the bed in the master bedroom was far too small • A grater would be useful in the kitchen • A smart tv would allow connectivity for guest devices • Clothes airer would be helpful

The holiday cottage location is perfect and as listed.

The house, however is not very clean. The upstairs had not been hoovered and there were collar stiffeners from the previous guests left in the bedroom. The decor is a bit tired in places and the bathroom has quite a lot of mould.

A bath mat would have been useful also spare toilet roll.

In the kitchen a small chopping board would have come in handy. A small carton of fresh milk in the fridge would be helpful after a long journey. All the cottage had been thoroughly cleaned.

Gorgeous cottage in fab location.

Very clean and well equipped (I want a cutlery drawer like that!). The only thing that could be improved would be a little personal touch like a welcome package of tea, milk, bread etc. And maybe some more instructions re heating etc.

The location of Acorn cottage was perfect.

It was very comfortable and clean.

Good accommodation, excellent position.

Please note when it says parking for a medium sized car. We took my car (Clio) but anything much bigger would struggle.

This is our second visit to Acorn cottage, all though it was a number of years ago.

The decor is tired, and could do with a refresh, especially the stairs and kitchen. Appliances in kitchen are of a good standard. The rainfall shower could do with a new head as doesn't come out with the force you would expect. I feel for the money a small supply of wood would have been a nice touch. I love the location of this cottage you cannot beat that. It is a cosy cottage and to he beds were very comfortable, just the thing after a days walking.

The cleaning was sub-standard and the cottage felt tired and worn.