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"Great Barn conversion could get a little cold and no way of turning up the ..."
Great Barn conversion could get a little cold and no way of turning up the heating or electric radiators That I could find anyway
Could of always used the log burner but would then need to find somewhere to buy extra logs
Having said that it was a lovely week away and would return again
Reviewed by IanFeb 2022
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"The cottage was totally wonderful and we will definitely return."
I did leave £10 as I ran out of my own towels dry dogs after going out last night so used one of the cottages. Hope thats ok. It was a perfect place to base ourselves and every part of the cottage is wonderful and great value.
Reviewed by BrendanDec 2021
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"This property is fabulous."
We all loved everything about it. The location is excellent for exploring the Lakes and everything you need is within walking distance. In fact we had such a good time we have re booked for next year enough said. Thank you.
Thank you for your positive feedback, we are delighted you have had a lovely stay. Property Owner
Reviewed by DeborahOct 2021
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"Hi the house was lovely."
The only issue was the damp smell. Had we been two couples the front bedroom was a bit much. Also if its at all possible could the owner let us know the nice smell in the bathroom? we have been looking but cant work out what its called
Thank you for your feedback, the issue has been rectified now.
We are happy you had a lovely stay and we can tell you the smell in the bathroom was verbena although it does change frequently. Property Owner
Reviewed by AlanAug 2021
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"We had a lovely holiday in the Lake District."
The barn is ideally located for Waterhead, Ambleside, Lake Windermere and the beautiful surrounding area. The space inside the barn is well laid out. Sadly the property is in desperate need of some TLC. A bit of attention and it could be stunning. Too many niggles to list but for starters: the duvets need to be replaced (ridiculously thin, old and horrible!), it needs a deep clean from top to bottom, and several things just need replacing/updating/fixing. A bit of ongoing care and attention needs to given to making it a pleasant place to stay.
Many thanks for your feedback, we are glad you had a lovely stay. The current duvets are 4 Tog summer quilts, however we do have spare winter quilts stored at the property. We have taken your comments on board and will contact you seperately for more information on what specifically needs replacing. Property Owner
Reviewed by AilsaAug 2021
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"Arrived Friday evening and the property was not cleaned to an acceptable standard."
I rang Sykes cottages straight away and they organised the property to be deep cleaned so was not an issue and was resolved quickly. We took a small dog with us and the garden was fenced to allow him to roam but there was a small section at the back of the property that wasn't fenced which meant our dog had to be supervised in the garden. The property is in a great location and although it is next to a main road, road noise was not a problem. We slept with all the windows open. Very comfortable beds. The front bedroom has a smell in the wardrobe which has been reported for investigation. Overall a lovely property with everything in the kitchen you would need and amazing garden for outside. Really enjoyed our stay.
Reviewed by ErikaJul 2021
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"The cottage was lovely, superbly located would definitely return
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The cottage was lovely, superbly located would definitely return
My only critic would be to have some outdoor seating in the lower part of the garden, access to the higher part is not that great and chairs falling apart so don’t feel safe to sit on
Thank you for your feedback.
We are delighted you had a lovely stay, we have also added a sturdy bench
to the lower garden and hope to see you again. Property Owner
Reviewed by KateJun 2021
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"Excellent location and comfortable accommodation as described."
Large living space. Well equipped kitchen. Only minor issues were that we found the bed uncomfortable, floor needed a Hoover and the property smelt of dogs. Slept in the back bedroom & couldn't hear road noise. Overall we had a really enjoyable week and would recommend the property.
Thank you for your feedback.
We appreciate your comments and have taken them on board.
We are very happy you had a lovely stay and look forward to welcoming you again
in the future. Property Owner
Reviewed by AndrewJun 2021
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"A very nice holiday cottage."
Although it is on the main road traffic noise is limited. The garden provides an attractive place to sit in the evenings and is probably adequately secure for most dogs but if yours is an escapee like ours it isn’t. The open plan area works well for dining and relaxing. We did note that the standard of cleanliness, noted in other reviews, isn’t great in terms of cobwebs and some dirty fixtures.
Thank you for your feedback.
We are glad you have had a lovely stay, yes it's probably best to supervise our
fur baby's in a new enviroment ... I know we have to as well!
As noted in a previous review the attention to cleanliness has been dealt with and we appreciate your comments and hope to see you again in the new year. Property Owner
Reviewed by VincentJun 2021
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"The location of the cottage is fantastic, the noise from the road was minimal and we had seen complaints about this."
For us we expected the house to be clean and unfortunately we did find it to be dusty and the front bedroom smelled very musty.
The underfloor heating would be fantastic in the winter months but we were told not to turn it off and had to have the windows open all the time due to being ridiculously hot with the floor set to 22.5 - just a shame this couldn’t be altered for May, especially when there was the option to use a fire.
The use of the garage was brilliant and the house was a great size- just a good clean would be beneficial :)
Reviewed by StefMay 2021
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"The barn was lovely!"
We went away for my partners birthday and the barn was perfect! It was clean, spacious, comfortable and a great location. The garden was lovely and was secure so letting our dogs off was stress free. It's only a 5 minute walk into Ambleside too!
The only thing I'd change was the pillows, they were a little hard as they were feather pillows but if that's my only change I'd say this place is pretty perfect!
Reviewed by AlexandraApr 2021
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"Beautiful cottage in a brilliant location, near to all amenities and fabulous walks."
The underfloor heating (throughout) is fabulous and if you want a drop of extra cozy just add some logs to the real fire. Comfortable beds, sofas, dining chairs - everything!
The only minor issues we experienced were:
- a slightly dirty cooker/oven
- the dishwasher didn't release the tablet
Otherwise, fabulous all round and highly recommended.
Reviewed by KarlOct 2020
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"Fantastic cottage, finished to a high spec, excellent location, Waterhead 5 mins, a walk into Ambleside 15 mins, fab!"
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Sainsbury’s even deliver to the. Cottage, very impressed with everything...
wish the check out time was 12 o’clock, instead of 10, but that’s splitting hairs, !!!
Reviewed by MelanieSep 2020
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"Cottage has been kitted out to a very high standard."
Everything we needed for our holiday. Location is excellent too. I didn’t expect to be actually in the town. Highly recommend cottage for a family holiday. Plenty to do in Ambleside if you don’t intend on venturing further
Reviewed by JulieJul 2020
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"We stayed for a week in early March 2020 for our honeymoon with our Vizsla Hugo."
I had contacted Sykes upon booking and asked if they could organise a few treats for us on arrival, which they happily did for a small fee.
The cottage was warm and cozy, and a perfect location for the lake and a short walk into Ambleside, which has lots of fog friendly bars, cafe’s and restaurants.
The facilities in the cottage were lovely, with comfy beds, sofas and home from home comforts.
We did some beautiful walks all from the doorstep of the cottage, our car didn’t move all week.
As others have mentioned, it is close to the road, but we didn’t find this a problem at all.
We will definitely be returning, we loved our week away here.
Thank you to all at Sykes too for going above and beyond to organise our welcome treats.
Reviewed by JoMar 2020
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"The cabin was amazing."
Not to far walk from local town and shops, amazing views and the cabin was very warm and cosy feeling.
Reviewed by MichaelFeb 2020
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"I have already left feedback and nothing was done."
The property was not ready when we arrived. We had to get someone to make the beds as there was no bed linen.
The property was filthy dirty with dog/cat hairs from the previous occupants. We sat on the furniture and had pet hairs all over our clothing. It was all around the kitchen and on the kitchen worktops!
We were extremely disappointed and found it easier just not to be there. We stayed out as much as we could. We therefore wasted our money.
Very disappointing
Reviewed by DeniseFeb 2020
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"Absolutely loved this place, perfect for a couples getaway!"
Reviewed by jamieJan 2020
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"The fact that the property is on a busy main road should be mentioned somewhere as it's not the impression that is given from the photo/description."
It's a great property and location generally is really good but the road is noisy and if customer is looking for real peace and quiet I think they'd be disappointed.
Reviewed by MarkDec 2019
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"I think that the location adjacent to the main road should be more prominent and not put at the end in red font."
The picture is misleading as far as the business of the road is concerned.
Reviewed by PaulineSep 2019
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"The booking process was extremely straightforward and we were supplied with clear, detailed information all the way through, including arrangements for our arrival/departure."
The cottage itself was very impressive, with a good-sized kitchen, living area and bedrooms, and its location was perfect for walking into Waterhead and the centre of Ambleside. The furniture, bedding and kitchenware were of a very high quality and the décor very tasteful. While there are several eating places nearby, we chose to eat in the cottage many evenings to take advantage of our lovely surroundings. We wouldn't hesitate to rebook Low Brow Barn in the future.
Reviewed by HeatherJul 2019
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"Location perfect, property really nice, good information for walks, except could be cleaner, fridge needed a clean before I put my food in."
Also somebody's discard contact lens on the bedside table in the spare room!
Reviewed by JacquelineJun 2019
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"We very much enjoyed our holiday in the Lake District, staying at Low Brow Barn."
The cottage is very well appointed and the owner has really thought about everything you might need. Furnishing and beds are comfortable, the lounge is spacious and the TV reception excellent. The underfloor heating is effective in the bathroom and bedrooms, less so in the lounge with its high ceiling. The kitchen lacks cupboards for groceries but has everything you need for cooking etc. We parked in the adjacent lay-by on the main road, the traffic noise wasn't a problem but you have to be careful crossing the road. There is not much of a view from the cottage windows, however, it is very well placed for the major sights and the towns and villages to visit in the area.
Highlights of the week included exploring Ambleside and Keswick, visiting the Puzzle Museum and Castlerigg Stone Circle in Keswick, a combined boat trip from Bowness to Lakeside and then to the Lakeland Motor Museum (great cafe!) and a ride on the Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway, the Ravenglass & Eskdale Steam Railway ( a bit of a trek but worth it) and nearby Muncaster Castle with its magnificent gardens.
Blessed with mainly fine weather we absolutely loved the Lake District and Low Brow Barn.
Reviewed by DavidJun 2019
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"We have booked with you several times now and when you open the door to a cottage which is absolutely wonderful, is a lovely feeling to the start of the holiday."
This is what we felt when we stayed at Low Brow Barn in Ambleside. The property is gorgeous and in an excellent location. It is going to be very difficult to find a cottage to equal or better this one.
Reviewed by DorothyMay 2019
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"Fantastic location easy to walk into Ambleside or to pier for boats."
Lovely park on edge of lake which links to Roman fort for dog walking just 100yds away. The driveway issue people mention was only a problem for my Vauxhall insignia if you turn in as if coming from Windermere side. It would scrape the valance on the tarmac when pulling in. Its not a problem if you are turning in if coming from Ambleside. We saw other people bottom out when using the driveway to turn around. The only slight issue we had was that the perimiter fence and low front wall was not 100% dog friendly. We had to keep him on a lead in the garden or he would have been through or over to freedom and "sheep" if he could. That said its a lovely place and we are planning to return next year..
Reviewed by SteveMay 2019
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"Low Brow Barn was a delightful place to stay."
Well designed and with full amenities it exceeded our expectations. The kitchen was fully equiped and the linen was all good quality. Clearly the owner cares about this property. A short walk leads to the waterside village of Waterhead with a range of amenities and good walks nearby. We had a wonderful week and look forward to returning sometime soon.
Reviewed by JamesApr 2019
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"Great house in a great location."
Walking distance into Ambleside or in other direction, just a stroll to Waterside. Walks from the doorstep or a short drive to explore all of the Lake District.
The only flaw for me as I have a very adventurous dog and a blind dog is the garden, as I felt I had to be out watching them at all times. Also the barn is on a main road.
Reviewed by ClaireMar 2019
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"The dishwasher hasn’t been well maintained and left a messy residue over everything so we had to wash a lot of stuff by hand."
Only other issue was that it wasn’t very clear on the listing/photos that it was right on the edge of a busy road.
Otherwise excellent and we would definitely go back another time. Beds were the most comfortable we have ever experienced in holiday accommodation.
Reviewed by ThomasFeb 2019
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"Fantastic cottage ,ideal for easy walks , brilliant for dogs, only drawback was ..."
Fantastic cottage ,ideal for easy walks , brilliant for dogs, only drawback was the cleanliness, cooker had not been touched, crockery and glasses all needed washing,
Reviewed by MichaelFeb 2019
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"Low Brow Barn is both very well situated for Ambleside amenities and thoughtfully furnished."
We enjoyed a really lovely Christmas break there, so much so we have booked again in March and December.
Reviewed by EmmaDec 2018
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"Very comfortable and pleasant cottage in an ideal location."
Reviewed by JohnDec 2018
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"This was a 50th Birthday gift for my brother."
He and his wife had the time of their lives and even had deer come to meet them in their back garden.
They were blown away with how beautiful the cottage was, so thank you very much.
Reviewed by PaulaNov 2018
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"Great property in a great location."
The cottage was very well decorated and all fixtures and fittings were of a very high standard.
Would recommend without hesitation.
Reviewed by JulianSep 2018
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"We had a great holiday."
Glorious weather which always makes a difference. The cottage was perfect for our needs. Ideally located and we would certainly return.
Reviewed by SimoneJun 2018
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"This barn is perfectly placed to explore Ambleside, which is about a 3 minute walk in."
There are plenty of walks and cycling you can do from here very easily, there is a Water sports place fairly nearby and they were excellent. Windermere is 3 miles away. This barn is on a busy road, the main one into Ambleside, which I concerned about when I arrived but actually it didn't bother us at all. The accomodation itself was excellent although we could have done with thinner quilts as we found it quite warm. The parking place is on a steep incline and with a loaded boot my car did groan at me! If you have a low slung sports car you may have to be careful when turning onto the driveway as it is steep. We want to stay here again and will be booking shortly for next year. Plenty of restaurants in Ambleside as well.
Reviewed by CraigMay 2018
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"An amazing converted barn to stay in, close to the lake and town with plenty to do."
Have booked again for the winter.
Reviewed by MitheshMar 2018
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"Lovely property, very comfortable, clean and well equipped."
Great location.
Reviewed by TimFeb 2018