Fieldmouse Cottage

The cottage was immaculately presented and was clean, well organised and equipped and lived up the description provided.

The location was magnificent, both for access to the village as well as numerous walks from the front door. Didn't use the car for the entire week! The views were exceptional and the garden the perfect place from which to enjoy them. I would recommend staying here unreservedly and would like to return myself if the opportunity arose.

Lovely property, perfect location in Coniston.

The house was immaculately clean. Would stay again! Many thanks.

A wonderful cottage, tucked away for a perfect peaceful getaway.

The house was clean, well organised and had everything we needed.

Lovely and homely accommodation in a fantastic location.

Definitely avoid any temptation (SATNAV or otherwise) to approach directly using the main road and do so via the recommended route using Station Road - arriving at the property from above. I would say this is the best option when driving away too. It may seem a bit daunting the first time but it swiftly becomes apparent it’s the safest option by far. Rob the owner made himself available for a minor issue which was swiftly resolved. Would definitely revisit and can’t imagine anyone being other than delighted to rent this accommodation.

Lovely, comfortable and cosy cottage.

Great location and Lovely views, really nice garden but it was too cold to make use of it during our December stay, will definitely return to this cottage in future visits to conniston

Amazing cottage for us would love to return in the near future.

Road to the cottage is very narrow and steep but worth it

A really great cottage in a lovely peaceful elevated location just a short walk to Coniston village with some lovely views of the lake & surroundings.

On arrival we found the cottage to be amazingly clean & tidy and with all the facilities we needed. Beds were very comfortable, the shower was great, kitchen well equipped and the whole place was warm & cosy. One standout thing for us was the quality and quantity of the information provided about the cottage itself and the area - it was so useful, and something that in our experience is all too often lacking. Unlike some other reviews, we had no issue with the microwave being in the utility room, we only used it once anyway. And as for some of the comments regarding difficulties drivng to the cottage, if you follow the instructions provided by the owner, rather than just relying on satnav, there is really no problem at all

A lovely cottage.

Well maintained with everything you would want from a holiday cottage. Comfortable beds, modern kitchen and bathroom and a cosy lounge. Location is ideal for exploring the Lake District, with great views of the lake and mountains. Getting to the cottage tests your driving skills, but is thoroughly worth it. Would recommend for families.

We had a lovely stay in Fieldmouse Cottage.

The cottage is situated in a quiet area looking over Coniston Water and the views are beautiful. The road up to the cottage is a little steep and narrow but as the area is quiet we didn’t meet any traffic on our way up or down. The designated parking space was very much appreciated and easy to park in. The cottage is close to all Coniston has to offer, just a 10 / 15 minute walk into town or the lake. There are a few pubs and cafes in town and a lovely pub less than 10 minutes walk along the track at the back of the cottage. There are lots of lovely walks from the cottage and Coniston is a great base from which to explore the Lake District.

We had a wonderful holiday with the grandchildren.

Perfect weather - exceptional for the Lake District. The enclosed garden opposite the cottage was very popular with the children, who could play there safely without much supervision (they are aged 4 and 6). Coniston itself is very nice, boasting several good pubs and a childrens' play park. So everyone was happy!

We had a great time at Fieldmouse Cottage.

Lovely cottage in a great location. Very convenient for Coniston and local walks. The vehicular access was a bit tricky, which is to be expected in the Lake District, so we left the car most days. We used the bus service to Ambleside which worked OK. There are some terrific pubs in Coniston, one of which brews the famous Bluebird Bitter.

Fieldmouse Cottage is a real home from home.

It has everything you need for a peaceful lakeland break. There are wonderful views of the lake from all windows and the gorgeous garden. The cottage is comfortable, cosy and spotlessly clean. Lovely bed linen and comfy beds. I loved listening to Owls, sheep and foxes at night. Really magical. Two easy parking spaces is great and we had no problems at all driving to the cottage. We loved our stay and didnt want to leave. A very easy walk to Coniston. We loved the Ship Inn. Thankyou to the owner Rob for being really kind and considerate.

Lovely stay and a peaceful setting with great views of Lake Coniston.

Our only concern is that there is a very steep access to the cottage which might be daunting for larger vehicles and some drivers. This should be mentioned on the property details. This did not affect our stay thought.

The property is Marvellous.

It is in a very wonderful position. The approach is exhilarating but, as we prefer to leave the car parked as much as possible this is a minor issue. Because of the setting it was wonderfully peaceful particularly at night. The house itself is well equipped and comfortable. A most enjoyable stay in what is my favourite village in the Lakes.

A fabulous property.

Everything we could possibly need was there. Lovely convenient location for amenities and walks. Beautiful garden with spectacular views. Thank you for a wonderful stay.

Fieldmouse Cottage is a delight.

Beautifully situated within easy walking distance of the village. Just turn left out of the front door along the road then a path and then down 42 steps and you’re there. Yes the roads are narrow but this is ‘old England’ and all part of its charm. The cottage was spotless, comfortable, characterful and charming. The downstairs dining area is a bit compact but, this is an old cottage and the best use of space has been made and it is perfectly equipped for a cosy holiday break. There’s plenty of room outside to dine on the garden in good weather. There was only the two of us so we ate breakfast on the bench by the front door…. a real sun trap. We found a little table in the utility room to use for this. This room ( complete with sink / washer/ ironing board/ iron/ garden chairs / cushions ), was perfect for storing boots and bags etc and although we didn’t need to, it would have been perfect to dry wet coats etc as it has a radiator. Some have complained that the microwave and freezer is in here….. it’s only a few steps from the kitchen and you can easily bring the microwave into the kitchen if you need to ( I hate the things so it didn’t bother me at all). Upstairs is lovely with one full size shower room and one full size bathroom ( shower over bath). Plenty of hot water and thermostat to adjust the heating if it gets chilly. It was great to have two designated parking spaces. We didn’t move the car once but enjoyed some beautiful walks to Torver along the railway track and back by the lake, to the copper mines ( would have carried on to The Old Man but it was a bit cloudy up top), Tarn Hows ( beautiful). We took the local bus into Hawkshead one day and Ambleside another. All in all we enjoyed a wonderful, tranquil, peaceful ( interrupted only by birdsong, including owls and a cuckoo), relaxing week in a unique little house in a beautiful corner of England. I will certainly recommend it to friends and return one day myself. Thank you to the owners for providing such a lovely place to stay.

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Fieldmouse Cottage which was extremely comfortable.

It had excellent parking, superb views and a delightful next door neighbour who had lived there all his life. Inside the cottage was well equipped and very cosy and welcoming. It was very clean and well presented. If I had to make one negative comment it would be that the microwave was is the utility room which was outside the main cottage.

Excellent cottage in fabulous location.

Very well maintained and great range of kitchen utensils, pots and pans. Views outside are outstanding and walks to the village and local pubs are great especially along the old railway track to the Ship Inn - best sticky toffee pudding anywhere!

An absolutely fantastic cottage in every way!

Clean, well equipped, spacious and truly amazing views. Lots of walking from the door, or just wander down the hill into the village for breakfast/lunch in the many eateries (The Green Housekeeper is a must for breakfast!). Excellent in every way, highly recommended.

It would have been good to have some cleaner for the kitchen and bathroom available to keep it clean.

Lovely accommodation

Lovely cottage and location.

The views are amazing. Really well equipped and thank you for the v useful welcome pack. We used the kitchen every day and there was everything we needed and more. Having a couple of parking spaces is a big bonus given how tight the roads are. We were 3 generations (3 adults, one child), so it was great to have 2 bathrooms and the upstairs space is huge.

We loved our stay in Fieldmouse Cottage.

It was so comfortable with a lovely view. We have some specific feedback on facilities: The fridge door doesn't seem to close securely. The wood burner seems to release smoke into the lounge if the house is a similar temperature to outside. When we arrived the thermostat was set to 14 degrees. We started the wood burner and there was no draw, all the smoke emptied into the lounge! This didnt happen for the rest of our stay while the house was warm. Maybe a note to warn future guests? The washing machine doesnt release the tablet as it should. We didnt use the machine for the last few days after two failed attempts. It is also very noisy and not something we wanted to be running while we were using the living space.

Lovely cottage.

Well maintained with all the facilities required. The roads to and from the cottage are a bit of a challenge but it's easy walking access into Coniston more than makes up for this. Sykes cottages need to improve their knowledge of what's available at the cottage as we took items we didn't need after contacting them and being told they weren't provided.

A wonderful location and excellent access to the centre of Coniston.

Fantastic property. Looking forward to returning. The separate utility room was great for drying out the waterproofs. A slight qwerk is the microwave and freezer are also in the utility room not the main house but was no bother for us. Just a quick note, it’s a good idea to read the directions you receive with the booking :-) as expected the lanes and access road are not very wide and there’s an unofficial one way system the local residents recommend (a lot easier if you aren’t quite sure on the width of your car).

The highest compliment Jill and I can provide is ' we felt immediately at home and that remained during the seven day stay'

Came away for a quiet time but sadly this did not happen.

Had workmen banging most of the day from early morning loud music. Everytime we went out they parked 8n our parking space. Nearly everyday we could hear some drama with the what I think were the owners of the cottage the workmen and others staying in the other cottages about the noise Lovely cottage and views but not the stay we had hoped for therefore would not stay again Also be prepared to have your car scratched as hedge not cut road very narrow and very dangerous when meeting another car coming the other way

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, the cottage is perfectly located above Coniston, making it a perfect base to explore the village and the surrounding area.

The parking space was perfect. The hill to the cottage is very steep if you come up directly from the main road. A local advised going around the back way (road opposite the garage in Coniston) which makes the driving easy. The house is incredible upstairs with very good sized bedrooms and bathrooms. Downstairs is more constrained but perfectly adequate for four people. Realty great cottage.

We were extremely happy with the cottage and very impressed with how clean it was.

The property is well equipped, the beds are very comfortable and the shower is great. We found the utility was a brilliant extra space. It is perfectly placed for walks out into the fells and down to the lake.

We had a lovely week and we found the property to be perfect.

It was equipped with everything - and more (like torches) and it was beautifully maintained and extremely welcoming and clean. The property is a credit to the owner. We will definitely stay again if we return to The Lakes in the future. The property is in a superb location and we did not really need to use the car all week. Thank you.

Perfect property for the two of us!

Loved the cosy fire and the kitchen was very well equipped! The only thing I would say is I think the downstairs area would be cosy if 6 people were staying. Had a lovely sta.

Lovely location.

Well-equipped cottage. Heating/hotwater all worked well. Recommend you use Station Road to access, and ignore smaller 'The Banks' turning which satnav directs you to. Recommended.

Road to cottage very badly explained in regards to its difficulty and terrain, definitely not suitable for a large vehicle.

The log burner was filthy and not cleaned out of ash from previous occupiers. A first night starter pack of logs and sticks would have been a nice touch especially in late autumn to early spring when you can't take over until 4pm and it's dark, description suggests fuel and power all provided, but it doesn't include fuel for log burner. However it is a lovely cosy comfortable and well equipped holiday property.

The accommodation was well-presented in a convenient location with great views.

If anything it felt ‘unbalanced’ - the upstairs is very spacious whereas the open plan living area would be somewhat of a squeeze for 6 - especially around the small dining table and kitchen. Larger-sized bath towels (sheets) would be a welcome addition. We passed on a few routine maintenance issues to the agent. We were blessed with great weather and thoroughly enjoyed our visit to Coniston and the surrounding fells.

Really well set-up cottage which suited our group of 6 perfectly.

It had everything we needed. We ate at the table in the garden every evening, enjoying the view down the valley and over the lake. It was so useful to have the utility room for bike storage too.

A great location, and easy to walk to the village.

The cottage was very well-fitted, and had good facilities. The bath-room and shower-room were both very well set up, as was the separate utility room (although the microwave oven would be better positioned in the kitchen!). Comfortable bed! Minor points: the dining table would be 'cosy' for 4 adults; we would have liked blackout blinds in the bedrooms; the ground floor is quite dark (expected for a cottage), so lights needed to be on - but a blind would be useful on the main door for privacy. The separate garden was great - with lovely views of the lake. We would return again!