Honeypot Cottage

Rating
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Pets No
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Features

Off road parking
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Washing machine
Dishwasher

Miss Holmes-walker
March 2020

“We had a wonderful time staying at Honeypot Cottage and would definitely recommend it to a friend.”

We would have liked more wood for the log burner.
Mr Broadbent December 2019

“Brilliant cottage.”

My partner booked us a little get away for new years eve with our 2 small children. We really switched off and enjoyed things around us. Good location and close enough to a variety of daily activities for my kids. Plenty of games and books for when we didn't want to go anywhere, loved the bath for some quiet time when the kids went to bed. Thoroughly enjoyable holiday.... topped off my my partner proposing in the garden at midnight on new years eve with a bottle of bubbly while we watched other peoples fireworks!
Mrs Parry October 2019

“The cottage looks cute and lovely.”

The aga looks like a lovely touch. However, on closer inspection the place is in desperate need of a clean. I don’t know when someone last cleaned behind the bed heads or under the sofa but it was thick with dirt and dust. My baby at one point was about to put a finger nail clipping in his mouth that wasn’t ours. The heating is far far to hot. The thermometer on our baby monitor was saying that the bedroom was 25 degrees as one point so we had to have windows open and the heating on. There was shards of glass in the dishwasher that wasn’t from us using it. In all the place needs cleaning, deeply.

Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We're sorry to hear that you were disappointed with the level of cleanliness in Honeypot Cottage. Please be assured that we have taken your comments on board and the property has since had a deep clean. Thank you for bringing this to our attention. Kind Regards, The Customer Relations Team Sykes owner relations
Ms Loveridge September 2019

“Honey Pot cottage is a lovely place to stay in the Lake District.”

It was very comfortable and in a good location for visiting the southern Lake District. The lane outside is very steep and parking the car on such a steep hill took a bit of getting used to, but we mastered it!
Mrs Coles September 2019

“We really liked the cottage which was warm and comfortable.”

I loved the Aga and experimented with using it to cook. This would have been a lot easier if a set of kitchen scales had been available! Have definitely decided that I would love to own an Aga but also am certain that I do not want a wet room! Once the floor was thoroughly wet it was impossible to get out of the door without paddling!
Mr Ascott August 2019

“We found the cottage to be well provisioned with everything we needed.”

It was spotlessly clean and really comfortable throughout our stay. The cottage was in a very quiet and peaceful location on the edge of Brigsteer village. What we learned about Brigsteer was that it had no facilities or amenities other than the Wheatsheaf pub. None of the roads had street names or any road signs. I think you could include a map of the village on your web site to aid finding the place. We liked the garden and the wonderful views it provided over the Lyth Valley, what made us uncomfortable using the garden was not being able to see the door / entrance into the cottage. The steep steps up to the garden were a bit of a drawback for my wife who found it tough going to get up and down the steps. I had a constant worry that someone could enter and rob us whilst we were relaxing in the garden. I mastered the car parking space but for me whilst I could park my car off road. It was a disappointment that my wife could not open the near side door to get out of the car. The cottage description on your web site did not mention that there would be restrictions on using the car parking space.
Mr James August 2019

“Cottage was lovely and so is the village.”

An excellent location for exploring the lakes. Parking is a nightmare however and was not easy to park or depart due to the very steep slope
Mrs Guthrie July 2019

“This was a lovely comfortable cottage with amazing views, the beds were particularly comfortable.”

This is a company serviced cottage, so though clean there are no extras like tea, coffee, milk etc. Also, though there is a wood burning stove and logs there were no matches or kindling. Any future guests should take care not to lock the external door with the key when inside but use the bolts instead as it is absolutely impossible to unlock it from the inside, fortunately my husband had read a previous review which suggested opening the top half of the stable door and reaching down and unlocking it from outside. This really should be dealt with as a matter of urgency. Despite these issues I would definitely recommend this cottage as a lovely place to stay.
Mrs Muir July 2019

“Beautiful cottage in beautiful settings has everything you will need to enjoy your holidays, parking isn’t great as on a steep hill and on a single track road.”

In 2019 I would expect WiFi as it is our choice not to use it, we cut our holiday short because of this as needed this to do some work that I needed to complete, they should advertise this at the booking! Very disappointed
Mrs Stewart June 2019

“Lovely cottage and garden.”

Beautiful location, very quiet and peaceful. Lovely walks from cottage though very steep and hilly in places. Had never cooked on an aga before and was a bit apprehensive, but loved it. Easy reach of many great places to visit, particularly enjoyed Levens hall and topiary gardens, Ulverston, Blackwell Arts and Crafts house and the Buddest temple and free meditation experience at Bardsea followed be a lovely walk through their extensive woodland grounds and down to the sea overlooking Morecambe Bay.
Miss Rowbotham May 2019

“The cottage itself was equipped with all you could possible need for a week away including an abundance of board games that kept my two sons entertained.”

Generally clean throughout, (although could do with a deep clean as particularly dusty in places) the cottage was lovely for our week away, picturesque scenery and very peaceful. I would like to bring your attention to the front door. Once locked from the inside you can not unlock the lower of the two locks without opening the top half of the door (Farm style door) and unlocking from the outside. This was a slight annoyance with two excited children trying to get out the door and had this not been a farm style door we would not of been able to get out. The Arga made the cottage uncomfortably warm at times and we holidayed in May. This also caused concern with a 5 & 3 year old as it was warm/hot to touch in places. On the plus side this did cook food beautifully. Overall we had a lovely week away in the lakes, the pub down the road served delicious food and there are some stunning places to visit.
Ms Statler May 2019

“Need instructions how to work heat, garbage pickup, nearest grocery store, etc.”

No showers.
Mr Garnett May 2019

“Delightful cottage on the edge of the Lake District, overlooking the Lyth Valley.”

Very comfortable, clean and has a good range of facilities. Close to some lovely walks, for example to Sizergh Castle. The local Wheatsheaf Inn in the village is really friendly and serves excellent food.
Mr Mcloughlin March 2019

“Recently stayed for a week in March 2019.”

I highly recommend Honeypot Cottage its very cosy, comfortable very well furnished and decorated to very high standards. We loved the log burner and Aga both very easy to use .The warmth from the Aga range in the kitchen made entering the cottage so welcoming. The cottage has everything you need for a perfect stay. The views from the garden are spectacular across the valley. The Wheatsheaf pub which is in walking distance serves excellent tasty food.Highly recommend a visit or two but book up first as its very popular.
Mr Tillotson March 2019

“Beautiful cottage in a gorgeous setting, very picturesque, didn't want to leave and will definetly be back, only went out to eat one evening, as I loved cooking on the aga, lots of board games to play, lots of hot water for a bath in the luxorious tub, after a good day's walking in the surrounding countryside or visiting numerous villages and towns in close proximity, log burner for that cozy feel although not always needed with the heat from the aga and central heating.”

The pub down the road is nice and the food is really good although I found the menu a bit lacking. The only negatives we had were hardly any country houses or castles that we were hoping to visit were open, we went early March so would probably go a bit later next time, but all in all the cottage was everything I wanted with a little bit more, can't wait to return
Miss Mundon December 2018

“An absolute dream of a cottage Bigger than we thought Comfortable Excellent facilities - arga was amazing Wet room - fantastic En suite - just lovely Comfy beds Cosy Games available Glasses/plates/mugs/cups - excellent range Dish washer tablets/tea towels/oven gloves all included Enough parking for a car and a boat.”

.!..(or another car) Views from the cottage windows were outstanding The local pub - the Wheatsheaf is a must one of the most friendliest pubs we have ever been too..!..food was fabulous and a wonderful selection of drinks - within a short walk (take head torches for an evening) Overall honeypot cottage was amazing and would HIGHLY recommend We stayed over new year for 7 nights - with four adults fitting very comfortably *****
Mr Tregenna October 2018

“The cottage was lovely set in the perfect location.”

Very well equipped, the arga was brilliant and kept the place warm as did the log fire. All in all we had a fantastic holiday exploring the area, even the weather was good.
Mr Jolley September 2018

“Great cottage with many home comforts albeit with limited views from the cottage and challenging parking.”

Lovely warm Aga but the central heating appeared to have no heating controls and made the cottage to warm, so that it had to be continually turned off manually. Excellent games in the cottage for young children.
Mr Sadler September 2018

“I would not hesitate in recommending Honeypot Cottage.”

It is cosy, comfortable & very well furnished & decorated. It was very clean & tidy & every home comfort had been thought about. The warmth from the Aga range in the kitchen made entering the cottage so welcoming. There were books, DVD’s, games and cards all provided if required. The views from the garden are spectacular. The information on the cottage & surrounding attractions & pubs/restaurants was extensive & extremely helpful. The Wheatsheaf pub which is in walking distance was delightful with tasty food. The best thing about our holiday was returning to the home from home cottage after a long day sightseeing.
Mr Cocker August 2018

“Loved Honeypot Cottage, it was as we expected from the very accurate photos.”

Ideally located for exploring the lakes. Warm cosy and everything you need for your holiday is provided. The Aga was easy to use and gives the kitchen a warm cosy feeling. As the weather closed in the wood burning fire in the living room gave the cottage that rustic warmth and smell. We walked to Sizergh castle which was a pleasant afternoon out. Beware that the cottage is situated on a steep hill which could become sloppy in winter. Would definitely stay here again, highly recommended - loved the cottage and the surrounding area.
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The property

Honeypot Cottage, formerly the village Sunday school building, is an attractive stone-built cottage located on a hillside overlooking the charming village of Brigsteer in the Lake District National Park in Cumbria.

With lovely views from the elevated garden of the Lyth Valley, this cottage is perfect for a romantic escape or family holiday.

Upstairs in the cottage are two elegantly furnished bedrooms, one king-size bedroom with en-suite bathroom and a twin bedroom.

On the ground floor this property has a wet room with a walk-in shower, basin and WC.

Also on the ground floor is a cosy sitting room with a woodburning stove, a perfect country kitchen with AGA Range cooker and dining table.

Outside there are plenty of places to enjoy the garden with steps leading up to a lawned area and patio.

Just a short walk down the hill, (longer on the way back up!) takes you to the village centre where there is a super local pub serving excellent food and ales.

The auld grey town of Kendal is just 5 miles away and the tip of Lake Windermere is approx. 13 miles where you can visit the Aquarium of the Lakes or hop on board the Windermere Steamer and cruise up the lake to Bowness or Ambleside.

The great attraction of this lovely cottage is the excellent walking in the Southern Lakes, fantastic local pubs and lots of interesting villages such as Cartmel to visit.

An outstanding cottage, perfect at any time of the year.

Summary

Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size double with en-suite bathroom with roll top bath, hand held shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin
Ground floor shower room, with shower, basin and WC
Kitchen with dining area
Sitting room with woodburning stove
Oil Fire central heating with woodburning stove
AGA range cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD
Fuel, power and starter pack for stove inc in rent
Bed linen and towels inc in rent
Travel cot
Off road parking for 2 cars
Lawned garden with patio and furniture
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Shop 2.5 miles, pub 5 mins walk up steep hill
Note: The en-suite bathroom has restricted head height, care to be taken
Note: The area on the downhill side of the property and storage area are private, and not to be used by guests.

About the location

BRIGSTEER

Helsington 1.5 miles; Levens 2.1 miles; Kendal 5 miles.

Brigsteer is a hamlet between the towns of Helsington and Levens and about five miles from Kendal in Cumbria. Brigsteer is located on the edge of the Lyth valley with Scout Scar overlooking the village itself. Village amenities include a village hall and a local pub called The Wheatsheaf Inn. There are still three working farms in the village of Brigsteer with many more developments having been built since. Nearby Levens has more amenities including a general store/newsagent and a pub. Levens consists of a huddle of fine, stone-built traditional houses, cottages and barn conversions surrounded by unspoilt countryside, with varied flora and fauna and a nature reserve providing beautiful walking country. Kendal is further away being known as the Southern Gateway to the Lakes, being ideally placed for exploring South Lakeland, the Yorkshire Dales and beyond.

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“We had a wonderful time staying at Honeypot Cottage and would definitely recommend it to a friend.”

“Brilliant cottage.”

“The cottage looks cute and lovely.”