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4 Guests
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2 Bedrooms
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1 Bathroom
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Pets: No
Features
- Off road parking
- Ground floor accommodation
- Garden / Patio
- Highchair available
- Pub/shop < 1 mile
- Washing machine
- Dishwasher
- Broadband / WiFi
What guests have said
9 Customer Reviews
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"Let me start by saying that we really enjoyed our stay at Church How."
The cottage is in a lovely quiet location and handy for lots of local walks. It is also good for getting to Wasdale Head before the crowds arrive! It is also very well equipped with quality appliances. There is a farm shop at the camp site round the corner and the Sawmill café is in easy walking distance (Strands Inn even easier!). I say this up front as we did have one or two issues. Firstly on arrival the freezer was switched off at the wall so that when I went to put our frozen stuff in it I found the drawers to be full of water (and some defrosted peas). When we switched it back on at the wall it started beeping. There is no manual for the freezer so we rang one of the contact numbers and left a msg as there was no reply. We never got a response. We eventually pressed a small button at the bottom which stopped the beeping and the freezer was OK from then on. Secondly the keys for the internal doors (bedroom, bathroom etc) were hung on the wrong doors so didn’t work in the lock of those doors. Thirdly there was an article of clothing – presumably from the previous occupants – left in the chest of drawers in the bedroom. All of the above suggests a non too thorough clear up between bookings. Finally when we returned from our Saturday walk the door of the cottage was ajar. We definitely closed it when we left and I’m fairly sure we locked it so thought we might have been burgled but all was well inside. A strange incident. The cottage looks very nice inside but lacks practicality in some areas. There isn’t a great deal of shelf storage. The wide window sills make up for this a bit but there is a pointless set of narrow shelves completely full of a decorative but otherwise useless set of crockery. There are 6 wine glasses and just 4 other glasses which are sort of fake crystal half pints so if you want Prosecco or a GnT whilst away (or even a pint of water) then bring your own glasses. There is a huge, nice looking TV which we found to be completely useless. It has no DVB connection so is only good for streaming except that the internet connection was so flaky that it buffered every 10 seconds and was hence unwatchable. Not a big deal for us as we barely watch TV on holiday but might be different for a family with kids. The shower, whilst good and powerful, is not watertight and the base leaks onto the bathroom floor. The cottage could do with a bowl for washing up as the sink is huge and thus takes lots of water to get a decent depth. Maybe they expect everyone to use the dishwasher these days? The tap takes a bit of getting used to but is fine once mastered! The hob, oven and toaster are excellent and the knives particularly sharp (but sensibly have a ‘child lock’ on them). There is nothing in the folder provided that says where recycling should be put nor on what days it, or ordinary waste, are collected. The outside picnic table is placed in the one area that never sees the sun – in May at least. There is nothing in the cottage to deal with flies that get in – and they do get in. The gate at the entrance from the road was often open, sometimes closed and once just half open (resulting in a splinter when handled so maybe worth smoothing). There was nothing to say which of these states was normal or preferred. There is a raised area outside the door which would be ideal for planting a few herbs which would be both decorative and useful (we trawled the village for rosemary for a recipe and did eventually find some). Please don’t let any of the above put you off staying here; you can spend quiet evenings being visited by deer or watching the bats stream out from next doors roof. It truly is idyllic and could be made perfect by just a few tweaks.
Glad you enjoyed your stay and thanks for the detailed feedback, much appreciated! Property Owner
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"Lovely cottage."
Well equipped. Lovely hosts who live next door
Thank you for your kind words. Glad you enjoyed your stay Property Owner
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"We had a wonderful stay at Church How Cottage, the cottage was lovely and warm with fabulous facilities, it was clean and comfortable, with everything we needed for a great week of walking in the Lake District."
The pub down the road did great food and the little shop at the camp site was handy for some extra food.
Thank you for your lovely feedback. Pleased you enjoyed your stay Property Owner
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"A lovely property in a beautiful and quiet area."
Very well equipped with modern appliances. Lovely and cosy with a combination of the central heating and a log burner. Only 150yds from an excellent pub. The owners are next door and could not do enough to help us with recommendations for walks and places to eat a little farther afield. Plenty of walks from the door or from Wasdale Head, a short 5 mile drive away. Thoroughly recommended, will definitely stay again.
So glad you enjoyed your stay here. Thank you for your kind words too. We look forward to welcoming you back Property Owner
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"Beautiful, comfortable cottage."
Tastefully equipped. Very quiet & peaceful. A real pleasure to stay here & we'd love to come again. The location is stunning & is a great base to explore the awesome area. There is a village pub & The Mill Cafe is excellent.
So glad you enjoyed your stay. Look forward to accommodating you again Property Owner
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"We had a fantastic holiday, the cottage was perfect, very clean and comfortable with everything that we needed for our stay."
We slept well, our bed was comfortable, the room was nice and dark with the blinds closed at night and the cottage was in a lovely quiet location. The location is breathtakingly beautiful, and we were lucky enough to have good weather all week to enjoy it, would definitely stay here again. Also I left my house keys behind after leaving the cottage, only realising when we had been travelling home for over an hour. They were posted back to me by the owner and amazingly I received them the very next day, truly above and beyond, thankyou so much!
Thank you for your kind words. So glad you enjoyed your stay Property Owner
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"Fantastic location."
The cottage was clean and comfortable . It has been thoughtfully refurbished with modern facilities, whilst retaining it's character. The owner lives nearby and would have been available if we had encountered any difficulties. We couldn't have asked for more.
So pleased you enjoyed your stay. Thank you for your feedback, much appreciated Property Owner
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"Lovely property, beautiful area and very friendly hosts."
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"Its a great property in a great location."
The place was comfortable, well equipped and nicely decorated. The covered porch (where you could take off and hang coats and boots) and the outdoor seating were great, and the hallway for hanging up stuff and storing all the extras was spacious and worthy of a mention. Furnishings were very tasteful and the kitchen implements and devices were good. Heating and hot water and clothes washing facilities were all excellent.
Thank you for your lovely review. We’re so pleased you enjoyed your stay Property Owner
Summary
- Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin
- Bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC
- Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining and sitting area with woodburning stove
- Please Note this property can be booked with Prop ID 1130606
- Oil central heating
- Electric oven and induction hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher
- Smart TV, WiFi
- Fuel and power inc. in rent
- Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
- Travel cot and highchair
- Off-road parking for 2 cars
- Front non-enclosed patio with furniture
- Sorry, no pets and no smoking
- Shop and river 0.4 miles, pub 0.1 miles, lake 1.4 miles
- Please Note: The owner can only accommodate a Monday and Friday Check In, with Monday or Friday Check Out dates
Your home away from home
Church How Cottage is a fantastic, stone-built cottage with countryside backdrops, resting in Nether Wasdale, Cumbria.
Close to local walks and a pub, this lovely abode welcomes families for a Cumbrian adventure.
Park off-road and unpack into this beautifully presented property and enter into an open-plan living space where care has been taken to create a pretty and characterful social hub.
Here you can cook up a storm in the contemporary kitchen, assisted by the ample amenities on offer.
Indulge in a hearty meal at the dining area, before settling into the sitting area with a good book, warmed by the welcoming glow of the woodburning stove.
When sleep calls, freshen up in the stylish bathroom, warming up after a long day of exploring the countryside, and cosy up into one of the two bedrooms, choosing between a double and a twin.
Both bedrooms have a homely feel and ample storage for all of your belongings.
Outside, enjoy the fresh countryside air with alfresco dining on the patio.
Make an unforgettable Cumbrian getaway with a stay at the characterful Church How Cottage.
Note: This property can be booked with Ref. 1130606, together sleeping up to eight guests.
The Barn And Church How Cottage
The Barn and Church How Cottage is a pairing of stunning, stone-built properties, offering a variety of living spaces, off-road parking, and ample amenities. These properties are ideal for friends and families looking for a rural getaway to Cumbria. Resting within the Lake District National Park, this pairing of abodes presents well-thought-out interiors, child facilities for the little ones, and off-road comfort, as well as outdoor spaces for alfresco dining. Nestled into the Lake District National Park, Nether Wasdale is a charming village offering two pubs, a brewery, and a farm shop and café selling all of your holiday essentials, as well as tasty home-made ice cream! There are so many incredible walks to be enjoyed throughout the Lake District National Park, with close by options including Scafell Pike, Stanley Ghyll Waterfall, Great Gable, and Hardknott Roman Fort & Thermae. Watersports are a must, with options at Wast Water, and this property is also within reach of the coast of Cumbria, so guests can also visit Seascale Beach, Drigg Sand Dunes & Beach, and more. Enjoy the beauty of Cumbria with a stay at The Barn and Church How Cottage.
Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £200.
Where you’ll be staying
NETHER WASDALE
Gosforth 3.9 miles; Santon Bridge 2.3 miles
Nether Wasdale is a small village situated to the west of Wastwater, the deepest lake in Great Britain. The village is well-served with two pubs, one with its own brewery, a farm shop and café selling local produce and ice cream. This area is the birthplace of climbing and is a superb base for climbing, hiking and all outdoor pursuits. Unlike many lakes, motorised boats are forbidden on Wastwater though canoeing and kayaking are perfect for these unspoilt and tranquil waters which add to the peace and serenity of this stunning part of the Lake District National Park. Wastwater is sided by The Screes and at the head of the lake the fells of Great Gable and Scafell Pike can be reached, popular with hikers and climbers alike. The view from the summit of Great Gable is said to be the finest view in Britain. At Wasdale Head is the church of St. Olaf, one of the smallest churches in England, dating back to 1550 and its beams are said to have come from Viking long boats. Close by are the villages of Santon Bridge and Gosforth.
Please Note: The owner can only accommodate a Monday and Friday Check In
This property offers the following short breaks:
- Winter
- Off-season
- Last minute
- Christmas