Thimble Cottage

Rating
Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Pets No
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Features

Off road parking
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Washing machine
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews

111 Customer Review(s)

Mrs Dark
September 2020

“Fabulous place to stay, not a single thing to complain about.”

- Mrs Dark, September 2020
Miss Devlin July 2020

“Very nice getaway for couples, it was a cosy cottage that had all the amenities that we needed during our stay.”

Close to Ulverston just a 10 minute drive and only 40 minutes to Coniston water and Lake Windermere.

- Miss Devlin, July 2020
Mr Scarratt February 2020

“Fantastic cottage in a perfect location, would highly recommend.”

..Thank you!

- Mr Scarratt, February 2020
Mr Buckley February 2020

“Our break away at thimble cottage was very pleasant indeed.”

Absolutely stunning location. The cottage itself was warm cosy and inviting if I was going to fault anything about our stay I would say please change the shower because it was rubbish scolding hot for 5 secs Luke warm for 5 secs then freezing cold for a minute. Sorry for nit picking oh and the towel rail did not work other than that superb. Regards Ruairi.

- Mr Buckley, February 2020
Miss Roberts July 2019

“Lovely little cottage, every amenity you need.”

Helpful owner would definitely stay again.

- Miss Roberts, July 2019

Many thanks for your lovely feedback and we hope to see you again in the future Sykes owner relations
Mr Parsons May 2019

“Every thing was perfect even the weather will be back many thanks”

- Mr Parsons, May 2019
Mrs Parcell May 2019

“Stairs bit steep”

- Mrs Parcell, May 2019
Mr Edwards April 2019

“Wow! What a fantastic week spent in a beautiful corner of Cumbria.”

Ewedale is pictureque, perfectly situated for exploration of the Lakes and South Lakeland coastlines and we would highly recommend a stay. The owners are very welcoming and clearly run a tight ship (clearly labelled facilities including a great recycle shed) with everything you need within the cottage (e.g. a fully equipped kitchen and very comfortable bedding) and they leave you to unwind after a day of adventures, without any intrusion. Thank you for a glorious week, we would love to come back!

- Mr Edwards, April 2019
Mrs Wragg February 2019

“The cottage is beautiful, it’s really well kept and you can tell a lot of love, time and money has been invested in it.”

Would definitely recommend. In a lovely quiet area but close by to local amenities.

- Mrs Wragg, February 2019
Miss Collins January 2019

“Absolutely loved our stay at thimble cottage.”

The bed is so comfy, and the rest of the cottage is extremely cosy. Owner Steve is extremely welcoming and kindly had a small bottle of milk and a bottle of wine waiting for us on arrival. My boyfriend and I enjoyed our stay so much that 2 nights into it, we had booked to return again two months later. Would definitely reccomend.

- Miss Collins, January 2019
Mr Hammill January 2019

“Just what we needed after the festive season to get away to this wonderful ...”

Just what we needed after the festive season to get away to this wonderful little cottage We wanted for nothing in this great cozy cottage would highly recomend to anyone wanting a quiet break

- Mr Hammill, January 2019
Miss Yaron December 2018

“We had a wonderful stay, really cozy little cottage with all the extras.”

We enjoyed the heated floors and wood fire. It had everything we needed and would definitely come back.

- Miss Yaron, December 2018
Mr Bobocea November 2018

“Amazing place, really nice people.”

Very good privacy! Recommend for anyone in love!

- Mr Bobocea, November 2018
Mr Gent November 2018

“The cottage was beautiful, just what we needed.”

The location was great, very peaceful and a great base to explore the Lake District from

- Mr Gent, November 2018
Miss Matthews November 2018

“Gorgeous cosy cottage!”

!! Lovely owners made us feel comfortable and at home and would go above and beyond to help with anything. We will 100% be returning.

- Miss Matthews, November 2018
Miss Ghashghaee October 2018

“It was our first experience with skycottage and won't be the last time.”

The cottage was clean, cozy, warm and fully equipped. The owner was living next door and was always available to pop in if you need anything. Highly recommended.

- Miss Ghashghaee, October 2018
Mr Bissex September 2018

“A lovely cottage in a perfect location.”

The owners Steve and Carol were the most helpful people you can imagine. Nothing was a problem. Would be happy to visit again when the M5 & M6 roadworks are completed. Mike Bissex

- Mr Bissex, September 2018
Mr Pollard August 2018

“Thimble Cottage is very well presented and comfortable.”

It is located in a very rural setting and offers easy access to the Southern Lakes area and lower Lake District. There are friendly cat visitors which we found delightful. A secluded patio and relaxed atmosphere at the farm made the holiday a very enjoyable experience. Ulverston is close by and a lovely small town.

- Mr Pollard, August 2018
Mr Goldsmith July 2018

“Fantastic quit place to stay and would definitely go back again; albeit the wife took a little time to get use to the cows !”

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- Mr Goldsmith, July 2018
Mrs May June 2018

“Thimble cottage was beautiful!”

Very clean and perfect location for exploring the lakes! The owners were very helpful throughout our stay. Will definitely be coming back

- Mrs May, June 2018
Mr Leaper April 2018

“The cottage was absolutely beautiful and so peaceful we had the best holiday by far.”

We would highly recommend it to anyone that loves peace the views are fantastic. you are not far from ulverston which has all the amenities that you require

- Mr Leaper, April 2018
Dr Lock April 2018

“Lovely comfortable cottage in a quiet, beautiful location.”

The wine and milk left for us were a nice thought, and we found everything we could need for a relaxing weekend in the lakes. Thank you!

- Dr Lock, April 2018
Telford March 2018

“Lovely cottage with everything you could need for a self-catered stay.”

Only issue was steep narrow stairs which previous reviews had already mentioned. Underfloor heating was great and much needed after a day outdoors, but sometimes the thermostat went a bit crazy and repeatedly clicked on/off which was a little annoying at night!

- Telford, March 2018
Mr Burton February 2018

“The accommodation was very good.”

Nice quiet location. Warm welcome. Only downside might be the steep narrow stairs to the mezzanine bedroom.

- Mr Burton, February 2018
Mr A December 2017

“An ideal location for venturing into the lakes and visiting Barrow in Furness, Walney island and Morecambe bay.”

Unfortunately winter holidays in the lakes can be tricky with ice and snow, so be prepared for the worst.........

- Mr A, December 2017
Mrs Clements September 2017

“Beautiful cottage in a wonderful location and close to many popular lake destinations.”

We had a fabulous relaxing week away and would recommend this cottage for any couple wanting the same- stunning

- Mrs Clements, September 2017
Mrs Pearce June 2017

“Beautiful location quiet and peaceful.”

Cottage was superb and the welcome bottle of wine was really appreciated.

- Mrs Pearce, June 2017
Mr Sayer July 2016

“Beautiful cottage with large private grounds.”

Very quiet but also easy access to local area. We would definitely recommend.

- Mr Sayer, July 2016
Mrs Johnson June 2016

“This is a lovely cottage in a fantastic setting, and it is very relaxing.”

This was our second stay there but we would go back again, can't get enough of the place.

- Mrs Johnson, June 2016
Miss Jones May 2016

“My partner and I loved every minute of our short break away and Thimble Cottage is the perfect little place to stay.”

It was clean and well presented with a lovely little garden and in a lovely location for plenty of walking. Would highly recommend and would definitely stay here again.

- Miss Jones, May 2016
Mrs Lowdon March 2016

“A fantastic stay in a lovely cottage.”

- Mrs Lowdon, March 2016
Ms Groeschel February 2016

“Thimble Cottage was so lovely, the wood burner was wonderful.”

- Ms Groeschel, February 2016
Mr Parker February 2016

“Thimble Cottage was so beautiful, the location was very nice too.”

- Mr Parker, February 2016
Mr Morton August 2015

“Thimble Cottage was a great base for our holiday in the Lakes, everything we needed was there.”

There were eggs, milk and a bottle of wine waiting for us on arrival. Stunning views everywhere we drove too. Proximity to the Lakes from where we were staying was ideal. Friendly people and great food, we would recommend The Sutherlands Pub and Restaurant in Windermere .

- Mr Morton, August 2015
Mr Aplin July 2015

“The property was in a fantastic location.”

This is easily one of the best holidays I have ever been on and the accommodation made it so special indeed. As a couple this was our first holiday away together and we will remember it forever!

- Mr Aplin, July 2015
Matthew S May 2015

“Lovely area and wonderful cottage”

After driving 400 miles to this cottage myself and my partner were pleased with the location, even with the sheep guarding the road out of the property that liked to play chicken with the car. The property is well sized to meet a couples needs for a place to stay whilst visiting Cumbria and offered a good location with a 15 to 20 minute drive North to get into the Lake District itself. Our only minor complaints and they are minor are that the stairs to get into the bedroom area are quite narrow and very steep so care is needed when going up and down the stairs.. And when we had some stormy weather the cottage did have some drafts around the main door and bathroom window. With those minor complaints in mind, and the are only minor! Do not let them put you off ... the cottage was a lovely place to stay. Complimentary eggs, milk and champagne were well received! The owners are very friendly and let you do your own thing with no interruptions and the local cats are also very friendly and don't mind being petted (Careful with the black and white one as she likes to nip/bite) Would definitely consider revisiting this cottage next year but me and my partner might choose another area of the UK to visit but should we want to revisit Cumbria we will most likely choose this cottage.

- Matthew S, May 2015
589kirstend May 2015

“Lovely cottage for a romantic getaway.”

On arrival your met by the owner, a bottle of wine, a bottle of beer and fresh eggs. The cottage is quaint and welcoming and situated up in the hills of the Lake District. Ulverston is accessible by foot and Barrow in Furness by car. A lovely stay at a lovely cosy little cottage.

- 589kirstend, May 2015
Mr Stone April 2015

“The location of the cottage was perfect for our needs, with a 10 to 15 minute drive North to get into the Lake District area.”

The cottage was perfectly sized to suit a couple with all the facilities you could need and the welcome pack was greatly appreciated on the first night.

- Mr Stone, April 2015
Mr Randles January 2015

“What a lovely place The Lake District is, it was the first time I have been and the fact that Thimble Cottage was as beautiful as it was, I really cannot fault it in any way.”

If you are thinking of booking this cottage please do it, you will not be disappointed.

- Mr Randles, January 2015
Miss Jones December 2014

“A fabulous cottage to stay in.”

Perfect in every way.

- Miss Jones, December 2014
Miss Anderson November 2014

“Peace and quiet.”

Everything we needed was in the cottage. Very well thought out.

- Miss Anderson, November 2014
naomiy762 November 2014

“Stunning & Gorgeous Cottage”

Most beautiful cottage i have ever stayed in. Very romantic and warmly for a couple. The cottage provides you with everything you need and also attrations around the area. We stayed for a week and did many things i would definatly book back up to stay in this cottage again, very clean.

- naomiy762, November 2014
Mr Fraser October 2014

“Excellent accommodation in an ideal location for visiting the South Lakeland area.”

- Mr Fraser, October 2014
Dr Ruth October 2014

“Thimble Cottage is in a great location.”

The cottage was cosy and the welcome pack very helpful! We would definitely come again.

- Dr Ruth, October 2014
NicDR October 2014

“Cosy cottage, great location for exploring the Lakes”

This cottage is lovely. Modern while still having cottage charm. Wood burner and wood an added bonus. Loved the welcome pack of milk and a bottle of wine (nice touch), Well equipped cottage, in a good location for exploring the Lake District. Added bonus was the farm 'attractions' including three cats - as well as the goats, chickens and ducks that were on the site too.

- NicDR, October 2014
Ms Jordaan September 2014

“The peace and quiet together with the location made our stay absolutely perfect.”

- Ms Jordaan, September 2014
willowyman August 2014

“Modern cottage for two in remote location”

Basically a one room open plan modern cottage, bedroom is accessed via a short but steep staircase, for two. Fairly well equipped, just a few shortcomings i.e. no freezer compartment in fridge which we consider to be an essential appliance for self-catering especially in a remote location where the local village pubs do not serve food until the latter part of the week. Lack of instructions for some appliances could be a handicap for some. The cottage is grouped with another 4 holiday lets so you are not totally isolated. Ideal for walkers as there is a path quite close to the properties. It is possible to walk via the path network into Ulverston from the cottage, but be prepared for some hills though!! Overall we enjoyed our stay at the cottage and the stairs did not cause us two active pensioners any problems. We would certainly consider a future booking.

- willowyman, August 2014
Miss Pithiya July 2014

“Quiet, scenic views and not too far from grocery stores, gas station etc.”

Also yummy shortbread biscuits on arrival and appreciated the carton of milk in the fridge to start us off - overall a friendly welcome after a long day of travelling. Brilliant directions given by the owner - would have struggled with the sat nav alone.

- Miss Pithiya, July 2014
Mr Hoblyn June 2014

“A fantastic little cottage, very clean and modern.”

The owner was very friendly and helpful. A great place to relax and unwind in very quiet location. The eggs and short bread on arrival was a great thought and very much appreciated. This was a great location for exploring the lakes. We will defiantly be back.

- Mr Hoblyn, June 2014
A FlipKey verified reviewer May 2014

“fantastic”

My partner and i had lovely time at thimble cottage very cosy. I wanted to pick the cottage up and bring it back to bristol with us. We had 2 little visitors that came to see us each night (2little kittens) very cute. We will definatley be coming back.

- A FlipKey verified reviewer, May 2014
Miss Coke March 2014

“The cottage itself was perfect for us, it was also very thoughtful to have milk, eggs and home-made biscuits on arrival, after a long journey that first cup of tea was great!”

- Miss Coke, March 2014
Mr Cronk February 2014

“A lovely cottage, very good use of space; lovely, warm and in excellent order throughout.”

Excellently placed for walking and cycling and very handy for lovely back road journeys into the lakes.

- Mr Cronk, February 2014
Miss Gray December 2013

“Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Thimble cottage.”

Couldn't have asked for better for what we wanted! It was refreshing and modern whilst still upholding it's cosy cottage feel. There was lots of tourist information available to be able to plan our perfect break and was within easy driving distance to some of the popular lakes such as Windemere and Coniston. Will definitely recommend it to friends and relatives and if we visit the lakes again in the future would definitely stay here again. Thanks

- Miss Gray, December 2013
Mrs Ross November 2013

“Our second visit to Thimble cottage, and we enjoyed it as much as our first.”

Ulverston is such a lovely place, with yummy cafes, and some really interesting shops. We like being in the heart of the lakes, with the added bonus of a view of the sea. We hope to visit again in the future.

- Mrs Ross, November 2013
Mrs Reaney August 2013

“We had a lovely holiday in the Lake District, so much to see and do even if the weather is not the best.”

We went primarily to climb Scafell Pike and Helvellyn (via Striding Edge!), and to explore the the area. We could not have asked for better accommodation than Thimble Cottage. Set in a lovely quiet area it was a perfect base for our holiday. Everything we required was provided, and we received a warm welcome from the owner. When renting a cottage, for me the most important thing is cleanliness, Thimble Cottage was spotless. I would highly recommend the cottage, another great find via Sykes Cottages!

- Mrs Reaney, August 2013
Mr Cochrane August 2013

“We stayed here for our honeymoon and it was perfect.”

It is only a small open plan cottage but for two adults we had everything we needed. Ulverston is a lovely little town only 5-10minutes away by car, and here we spent time shopping, and using the local restaurants and pubs.

- Mr Cochrane, August 2013
Mr Lawrence June 2013

“THE ACCOMMODATION WAS EXCELLENT, OF A VERY HIGH STANDARD.”

THE ADDED BLESSING WE RECEIVED OF A BOTTLE OF WINE, EGGS, MILK, TEA, COFFEE AND SUGAR WERE MUCH APPRECIATED. THE SURROUNDING AREA WAS GREAT AND VERY PEACEFUL. THIMBLE COTTAGE WAS AN IDEAL LOCATION FOR A VERY RELAXING HOLIDAY.

- Mr Lawrence, June 2013
Mr Clarke May 2013

“The cottage was the perfect base for our daily visits to the lakes and other venues.”

It was also very relaxing and quiet.

- Mr Clarke, May 2013
Mrs Kostrzewa April 2013

“My husband and I loved the cosy cottage, open fire and surrounding area.”

We had a wonderful stay. Thank you very much.

- Mrs Kostrzewa, April 2013
Mr Di Santo December 2012

“Thimble Cottage is beautiful and the photos on the website do not do it justice.”

We very much appreciated the little touches, such as the ready-made fire, tea, coffee, milk, eggs, biscuits and wine awaiting us on arrival.

- Mr Di Santo, December 2012
Mrs Curtis November 2012

“The cottage was lovely and the scenery was beautiful.”

- Mrs Curtis, November 2012
Jenny & Dave Waterer September 2012

“A very peaceful location”

The cottage was wonderfull, we had a warm reception when we arrived. A nice bottle of wine and some fresh free range eggs awaited us. The countryside and surrounding areas were very pleasant & peaceful. The town was only a matter of 10mins drive away & it was easy to explore the area and further afield. All in all a very good week.

- Jenny & Dave Waterer, September 2012
Mr Brown September 2012

“Quiet and peaceful.”

Beautiful countryside and lovely cottage.

- Mr Brown, September 2012
Mrs Hunt July 2012

“An ideal location in the countryside.”

Peace and quiet. The cottage was perfect, it had everything required for a self catering holiday. It was the ideal base for getting around the Lake District and coastal areas.

- Mrs Hunt, July 2012
Mrs Clarke June 2012

“The location, the accommodation and the owners were all fantastic.”

- Mrs Clarke, June 2012
Mr Pilcher June 2012

“Cosy warm accommodation and a lovely welcome pack from nice friendly owners.”

There was a nice garden out the back, and lots of places to visit - I especially loved the wildlife park at Dalton.

- Mr Pilcher, June 2012
Mrs Waterer June 2012

“We enjoyed the holiday very much.”

The location was quiet and it was easy to get to places.

- Mrs Waterer, June 2012
Mrs Bedborough May 2012

“We liked the isolation and how well maintained the property was.”

An excellent retreat and it suited us really well. The owner was really welcoming and helpful.

- Mrs Bedborough, May 2012
Mrs Bostock May 2012

“A lovely cottage with excellent walking from the property.”

Owners were very friendly. Overall a great place to stay.

- Mrs Bostock, May 2012
Mr Hackett February 2012

“A very comfortable cottage in a very pleasant location.”

It was well equipped and clean on our arrival and the welcome bottle of wine was appreciated. The owners were keen to ensure that we enjoyed our stay and were helpful and friendly. The log burner with logs, kindling etc was also a lovely extra courtesy and we have no hesitation in recommending this cottage and location.

- Mr Hackett, February 2012
Mr Brown January 2012

“Beautiful, cosy cottage with a log fire to welcome you after a day out.”

The location near Coniston, Ulverston and so on was another advantage.

- Mr Brown, January 2012
Dr Othick November 2011

“Loved the cottage and the surroundings.”

- Dr Othick, November 2011
Mr Russell November 2011

“Peace and quiet in a beautiful cottage.”

- Mr Russell, November 2011
A FlipKey verified reviewer October 2011

“Peaceful”

Very clean and comfortable. Very well equipped. One small down is the stairs to the bedroom. It is narrow and steep. Elderly or disabled could find it difficult. The welcome pack is a nice touch. Lovely area without the crowds of the lake district.

- A FlipKey verified reviewer, October 2011
Ulli October 2011

“A very enjoyable holiday”

A great place to stay, unfortunately rather steep steps to the gallery (bedroom). Can be tricky during the night.

- Ulli, October 2011
S Brown September 2011

“Wonderful & Relaxing”

From the moment of arrival to the time of leaving it was a wonderful,relaxing & peaceful holiday.The cottage was immaculate & we couldn't have asked for more

- S Brown, September 2011
Mr Rigg September 2011

“Good location for visiting the surrounding area.”

Many fine and varied walks within a fifteen minute drive of the cottage. The wood-burner in the cottage is great for chilly evenings.

- Mr Rigg, September 2011
Ms Rasheed September 2011

“The log fire in the cottage was a perfect touch to warm up those cold nights we experienced.”

The owner was great and made sure we were stocked up with enough wood and his hospitality was amazing.

- Ms Rasheed, September 2011
A FlipKey verified reviewer August 2011

“Relax and just enjoy.”

This cottage is ideal for a relaxing stay in the lakes.The cottage has all the mod cons you could wish for including a luxury bathroom central heating and a lovely log burner for the chilly evenings.But beware of the steep staircase particularly when nature calls in the night.

- A FlipKey verified reviewer, August 2011
Mrs Veness August 2011

“An excellent location in a very peaceful area.”

The owners and their dog were very accommodating and friendly. An ideal base for touring with plenty of lovely walks and places to visit. Again we're not disappointed by a cottage booked through Sykes.

- Mrs Veness, August 2011
Mr Brown July 2011

“The peace and quiet, the wonderful location and superb holiday cottage.”

- Mr Brown, July 2011
Mr Wardlow June 2011

“The cottage was exceptional and perfectly situated for days out in the Lakes and surrounding area.”

- Mr Wardlow, June 2011
Mrs James June 2011

“The cottage was just beautiful.”

Plenty to see and do - we had a wonderful time. Would go back again.

- Mrs James, June 2011
Mrs Bradbury May 2011

“Beautifully renovated farm building - hospitality and welcome from owners was lovely - idyllic retreat and spot on for touring the Lakes - would highly recommend to others and had a great holiday - thank you!”

- Mrs Bradbury, May 2011
Miss Birkin April 2011

“Thimble Cottage was located in the south of the Lake District and in a lovely secluded part of Ulverston.”

The cottage itself was on a renovated farm with 3 holiday cottages attached. It was spotlessly clean and really cute!! The owners were great and very helpful! They provided us with fresh egg's from their chicken's and a bottle of wine. There was lots of leaflets of things to do in the Lakes in the cottage itself so we had plenty of ideas for things we can do, which was great since we had a bit of rain! It was just a perfect place!

- Miss Birkin, April 2011
A FlipKey verified reviewer March 2011

“Absolutely fantastic holiday”

great location; the cottage itself was beautiful and clean; cant fault the stay at all

- A FlipKey verified reviewer, March 2011
Mr Jarvis February 2011

“A beautiful cottage, in a beautiful setting, miles from the nearest town, so it was lovely and quiet.”

The fire was amazing, a nice selection of books and CDs to listen and read. Kitchen was spotless and ready to use. Surrounded by rolling hills and potential walks, this really was a lovely holiday.

- Mr Jarvis, February 2011
Mr Preston February 2011

“The cottage was beautiful and toasty.”

The hosts were very welcoming.

- Mr Preston, February 2011
Mrs Major December 2010

“Everything.”

The cottage was fantastic value, clean, cosy and just beautiful. We had a wonderful holiday.

- Mrs Major, December 2010
Mr Cantor October 2010

“Everything was stunning.”

Cannot fault any of it, even the owners were brilliant! Thank you. Customer marked everything excellent with additional comments of fantastic, brilliant, stunning!

- Mr Cantor, October 2010
Mrs Williams September 2010

“The welcome pack when we arrived.”

The under floor heating. Home from home feeling. All we needed for a cosy relaxing holiday.

- Mrs Williams, September 2010
Mr Armstrong August 2010

“A great little cottage!”

The owners have put in loads of finishing touches to make your stay special. It's the most relaxing holiday we have ever had. Thank you for making our holiday so special.

- Mr Armstrong, August 2010
Mrs Konings July 2010

“It was a good place for rest, relaxing and nature.”

- Mrs Konings, July 2010
Mr Cartwright June 2010

“The cottage was fantastic and of a very high standard - everything was very easy from the booking through to the arrival.”

I am looking to book again!

- Mr Cartwright, June 2010
Mrs Marshall June 2010

“Cottage small but fine.”

Great area. Great beer and food at 'Black Dog'.

- Mrs Marshall, June 2010
Mrs Lacey April 2010

“A fantastic cottage set in the rolling countryside.”

The peace and tranquility and fantastic views. The warm welcome from the owner and the brilliant welcome pack.

- Mrs Lacey, April 2010
Mr Dyson March 2010

“Everything - wonderful area; wonderful scenery and a lovely cottage where we got engaged!”

- Mr Dyson, March 2010
A FlipKey verified reviewer February 2010

“A cosy and comfortable retreat away from the hustle and bustle”

I was able to quickly identify availability, cost, and detail of various cottages through the Sykes website, and the booking process was simple and straight-forward. Thimble Cottage itself was well presented, and furbished to a high-standard. As a group we booked both this cottage and the larger one next to it. The hosts had provided us with local farm eggs, bread, milk and a lovely bottle of wine which were all very well received. I will definitely be booking this specific cottage again, and intend to use Sykes in the future.

- A FlipKey verified reviewer, February 2010
Mrs Gilpin February 2010

“The cottage was perfect in every way; as we couldn't bring it home with us we'll definitely be returning.”

- Mrs Gilpin, February 2010
A FlipKey verified reviewer December 2009

“Quiet Getaway”

We enjoyed our stay once we found the farm, It was very relaxing an ideal place to set out from for coast or mountains. Lots of places to eat close by, felt so refreshed after our week even though the weather was not so good, really enjoyed the museum Laurel and Hardy. The owners of the cottage were absolutely brilliant and the welcome pack and wine was really helpfull as it meant we did not have to rush out to the shops, nothing was to much trouble for the owners and we really enjoyed the log stove cosy night in. We hope to stay again and strongly recommend this property as it is modern clean and well equiped, and entertainment was provided by our hosts dog buster who can play football like I HAVE NEVER SEEN absolutely brilliant. Thanks for a lovely stay which did not break the bank. Graham and Lidia Toseland

- A FlipKey verified reviewer, December 2009
Mr Brierley December 2009

“The cottage was idyllic, and set in a fantastic location, away from the hustle and bustle of the local towns and villages.”

- Mr Brierley, December 2009
Mr Hayes November 2009

“The cottage was so nice that despite the weather we still had a very relaxing and enjoyable weekend.”

- Mr Hayes, November 2009
Miss Hawkes October 2009

“The cottage was better than we had expected - excellent condition, helpful owners and I was impressed with the booking service from Sykes too.”

Welcome pack also lovely.

- Miss Hawkes, October 2009
Mrs Lawrenson August 2009

“Despite the weather we loved the way it's tucked away in the middle of no where, very quiet apart from the occasional animal noises on the farm, and the hosts were lovely and very helpful.”

There was a welcome pack of wine, bread and eggs which was a great surprise and went down well on the first evening. Information on walks etc were provided at the cottage. We had a great time and will definitely be looking to book to go there again in the near future.

- Mrs Lawrenson, August 2009
Mr Toseland August 2009

“Quiet place to stay, owners very helpful.”

The welcome pack was lovely especially after travelling all day. The cottage was clean, tidy and very well decorated and furnished. Will definitely stay there again.

- Mr Toseland, August 2009
Miss Stafford August 2009

“Beautiful, quiet setting minutes away from the nearest town.”

Friendly property owners with wonderful domestic & farm animals (including Buster - the footballing dog).

- Miss Stafford, August 2009
Mr Brockwell August 2009

“A fantastic small cottage that proved to be an excellent base for our week in the Lakes.”

The owners are very friendly and provided a welcome pack (thanks very much!). The cottage is immaculate and not far from Ulverston with its great pubs. Overall a great week!

- Mr Brockwell, August 2009
Mr Brown June 2009

“The location of this cottage was perfect and the owners were very friendly and helpful.”

They left us a bottle of wine as well as milk, bread and eggs which I thought was a very nice touch and made our holiday very special.

- Mr Brown, June 2009
Mr Ashby June 2009

“A newly converted barn with a warm welcome from the owners.”

- Mr Ashby, June 2009
Mr Mort June 2009

“Very lovely cottage in a secluded farm.”

- Mr Mort, June 2009
Ms Ward May 2009

“Our hosts were super accommodating and helpful.”

I thought the little touches upon arrival were very sweet and unexpected. We also liked the fact that our cottage was really out in the sticks. Not too far away so that we couldn't visit the Lakes but enough distance to really be away from it all .. idyllic. We would definitely make a return visit.

- Ms Ward, May 2009
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A group of traditional South Lakeland stone cottages, nestled in a peaceful position within the quaint Hamlet of Pennington. Surrounded by beautiful reservoirs and incredible 360-views of the encompassing scenery of the Lake District National Park, this cluster of cottages is perfect for a large group getaway, whether travelling as a family or friends seeking an action-packed adventure in this stupendous part of the country. The neighbouring town of Ulverston can be found just a few miles away, offering an abundance of amenities including a handful of pubs, extensive selection of cafés and restaurants, and a well-established convenience store selling all the essential household items. There's much fun to be had in the area with attractions such as the South Lakes Safari Zoo, Water Park Lakeland Adventure Centre, and National Trust owned Sandscale Haws National Nature Reserve right on your doorstep, as well as many spectacular hiking routes including Mill Beck Abbey Walk, Birkrigg Common and Grizedale. Bowness-on-Windermere, Kendall and Cartmel lie within easy touring distance, with The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction, Cartmell Fell and 14th-century remains of Sizergh Castle offering fantastic days out for the whole family to enjoy. Climb the heights of Black Fell, Scafell Pike and Swirl How, or see Ambleside Roman Fort and the National Trust owned Wray Castle, to learn of the Lake Districts rich history. An excellent base from which to discover the true delights of Cumbria.

The property

A cosy, stone-built semi-detached barn conversion, in a beautiful, secluded location in the hamlet of Pennington, three miles from the ancient market town of Ulverston.

Offering first class accommodation ideal for a romantic retreat, this charming Pennington cottage has an open plan living area with woodburner, and a lovely galleried bedroom with exposed beams and Velux windows.

Outside, guests can relax in the small front garden and patio, ideal after a day spent enjoying the area.

The Cumbrian Way and plenty of footpaths run close by, making this an ideal base for walkers, cyclists and nature lovers.

Ulverston is within easy reach, as are the Furness coast and beautiful Coniston.

Note: This property can be booked with Refs: 2964, 3735, 951932, 958692, 977687 and 1054351, together sleeping up to 27 people.

Summary

One galleried double bedroom (accessed by steep wooden staircase)
Ground floor shower room with shower, basin and WC
Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburner.
Electric underfloor central heating on ground floor with electric storage heaters and woodburner
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, WiFi, TV with Freeview, DVD, radio, CD
Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburner inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Travel cot and highchair
Ample off road parking
Patio and small garden area with furniture and BBQ
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Free range eggs available
Shop 3 miles, pubs 2 miles.

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About the location

PENNINGTON

Ulverston 3 miles; Coniston 11 miles.

Pennington is a small hamlet with a scattering of dwellings, farms and country pubs, situated on the beautiful Lake District Peninsula, an area of tranquillity, gentle hills and unspoilt walking country. Locally, the start of the Haematite and Cumbrian Way footpaths can be located, and the twin pubs at Great Urswick Tarn are renowned locally for their fine ales and good food. Pennington's nearby neighbour, Ulverston, is an ancient market town that still holds a street market every Thursday and Saturday. Today, the town is well known as a “Festival Town”, with events throughout the year, and as the birthplace of Stan Laurel - it is now home to the only Laurel and Hardy museum in the world! Facilities include a wide range of independent shops, pubs, restaurants, a cinema and a leisure centre. All of the attractions of the National Park are easily reached. The Furness Coast boasts sandy beaches and good birdwatching. Nearby family attractions include Furness Abbey, the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway, the South Lakes Wild Animal Park, Conishead Priory, Holker Hall and Muncaster Castle.

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“Fabulous place to stay, not a single thing to complain about.”

“Very nice getaway for couples, it was a cosy cottage that had all the amenities that we needed during our stay.”

“Fantastic cottage in a perfect location, would highly recommend.”

“Our break away at thimble cottage was very pleasant indeed.”

“Lovely little cottage, every amenity you need.”

“Every thing was perfect even the weather will be back many thanks”

“Stairs bit steep”

“Wow! What a fantastic week spent in a beautiful corner of Cumbria.”

“The cottage is beautiful, it’s really well kept and you can tell a lot of love, time and money has been invested in it.”

“Absolutely loved our stay at thimble cottage.”

“Just what we needed after the festive season to get away to this wonderful ...”

“We had a wonderful stay, really cozy little cottage with all the extras.”

“Amazing place, really nice people.”

“The cottage was beautiful, just what we needed.”

“Gorgeous cosy cottage!”

“It was our first experience with skycottage and won't be the last time.”

“A lovely cottage in a perfect location.”

“Thimble Cottage is very well presented and comfortable.”

“Fantastic quit place to stay and would definitely go back again; albeit the wife took a little time to get use to the cows !”

“Thimble cottage was beautiful!”

“The cottage was absolutely beautiful and so peaceful we had the best holiday by far.”

“Lovely comfortable cottage in a quiet, beautiful location.”

“Lovely cottage with everything you could need for a self-catered stay.”

“The accommodation was very good.”

“An ideal location for venturing into the lakes and visiting Barrow in Furness, Walney island and Morecambe bay.”

“Beautiful cottage in a wonderful location and close to many popular lake destinations.”

“Beautiful location quiet and peaceful.”

“Beautiful cottage with large private grounds.”

“This is a lovely cottage in a fantastic setting, and it is very relaxing.”

“My partner and I loved every minute of our short break away and Thimble Cottage is the perfect little place to stay.”

“A fantastic stay in a lovely cottage.”

“Thimble Cottage was so lovely, the wood burner was wonderful.”

“Thimble Cottage was so beautiful, the location was very nice too.”

“Thimble Cottage was a great base for our holiday in the Lakes, everything we needed was there.”

“The property was in a fantastic location.”

“Lovely area and wonderful cottage”

“Lovely cottage for a romantic getaway.”

“The location of the cottage was perfect for our needs, with a 10 to 15 minute drive North to get into the Lake District area.”

“What a lovely place The Lake District is, it was the first time I have been and the fact that Thimble Cottage was as beautiful as it was, I really cannot fault it in any way.”

“A fabulous cottage to stay in.”

“Peace and quiet.”

“Stunning & Gorgeous Cottage”

“Excellent accommodation in an ideal location for visiting the South Lakeland area.”

“Thimble Cottage is in a great location.”

“Cosy cottage, great location for exploring the Lakes”

“The peace and quiet together with the location made our stay absolutely perfect.”

“Modern cottage for two in remote location”

“Quiet, scenic views and not too far from grocery stores, gas station etc.”

“A fantastic little cottage, very clean and modern.”

“fantastic”

“The cottage itself was perfect for us, it was also very thoughtful to have milk, eggs and home-made biscuits on arrival, after a long journey that first cup of tea was great!”

“A lovely cottage, very good use of space; lovely, warm and in excellent order throughout.”

“Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Thimble cottage.”

“Our second visit to Thimble cottage, and we enjoyed it as much as our first.”

“We had a lovely holiday in the Lake District, so much to see and do even if the weather is not the best.”

“We stayed here for our honeymoon and it was perfect.”

“THE ACCOMMODATION WAS EXCELLENT, OF A VERY HIGH STANDARD.”

“The cottage was the perfect base for our daily visits to the lakes and other venues.”

“My husband and I loved the cosy cottage, open fire and surrounding area.”

“Thimble Cottage is beautiful and the photos on the website do not do it justice.”

“The cottage was lovely and the scenery was beautiful.”

“A very peaceful location”

“Quiet and peaceful.”

“An ideal location in the countryside.”

“The location, the accommodation and the owners were all fantastic.”

“Cosy warm accommodation and a lovely welcome pack from nice friendly owners.”

“We enjoyed the holiday very much.”

“We liked the isolation and how well maintained the property was.”

“A lovely cottage with excellent walking from the property.”

“A very comfortable cottage in a very pleasant location.”

“Beautiful, cosy cottage with a log fire to welcome you after a day out.”

“Loved the cottage and the surroundings.”

“Peace and quiet in a beautiful cottage.”

“Peaceful”

“A very enjoyable holiday”

“Wonderful & Relaxing”

“Good location for visiting the surrounding area.”