Thirlmere Cottage

52 Customer Reviews

• "Perfect retreat, would definitely go back a welcome pack would be so beneficial after a long journey & finding no milk etc for a brew."

  One of the mattresses was very stained when stripped the bed linen on our last day, it was such a shock would be better if cleaned or replaced

  Reviewed by Jane4.7★Mar 2025

• "We had the most wonderful time at Thirlmere Cottage."

  So much so that we’ve booked again for next year! The cottage is situated in a beautiful spot, at the bottom of a very impressive mountain and on the very edge of lake. The views from every window are stunning and you have hiking routes on your door step! The cottage has everything you need, including a washer/dryer. After a long day on the fells the living room is so cosy and the beds are lovely and comfortable.

  Reviewed by Tiffany5.0★Mar 2025

• "Amazing location and beautiful property for a perfect peaceful holiday which is ..."

  Amazing location and beautiful property for a perfect peaceful holiday which is just a few miles from Grasmere ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

  Reviewed by Ian5.0★Mar 2025

• "Feedback from experienced Lake District visitors, on this occasion 4 adults and a dog."

  It's a nice cottage, well placed within the area. You can enjoy a number of varied walks from the house which is a bonus, including the back route up Helvellyn. It was clean and comfortable and no evidence of the damp smells reported by other reviewers. The split levels in the master bedroom, kitchen diner and lounge are a bit quirky but fine. What would make it better? In the ensuite bathroom the loo seat was lose and the shower attachment broken meaning you have to hold the shower head at all times. There was also no loo brush? In the kitchen the freezer desperately needs a defrost and the fridge is missing the door shelf/caddy. Some of the cookware (especially the frying pans) needs updating and a few sharper knives would have been good. Relatively small things that would make a difference. Most of the above has been mentioned in previous feedbacks. Would however book again for a similar sized party.

  Reviewed by Dave3.8★Mar 2025

• "This is our third stay here, and we absolutely love it."

  The cottage offers a peaceful and relaxing experience, with stunning fell views. Its central location provides easy access to walks, wildlife, and fresh air right on your doorstep, while being far enough from Grasmere to feel wonderfully remote. Whether you want to unwind, immerse yourself in nature, or explore nearby attractions by car, this property is perfect for those seeking a true escape.

  Reviewed by Andrew3.8★Mar 2025

• "Beautiful location with great walks from the door."

  Nice open fire and sheep grazing up to the window entertaining our dogs

  Reviewed by Andrew4.7★Feb 2025

• "Beautiful area and lovely situation."

  Very warm, cosy and spacious. Had everything you need but lacked a few necessities. I know it states self catering however, I have used Sykes and other dog friendly cottages for many yrs and have never come across a property that leaves you absolutely no extras. We arrived late, in bad weather, had no matches or wood (thank goodness there wasnt a power cut). There were no beverages, salt & pepper, no bin bags, not even a dish cloth. We had no idea where to buy wood & missed the fire which hadn't been cleaned out anyway. The double room smelt so bad of damp we moved into the other. Also, there was decorating stuff left in the wardrobes which could be a safety hazard if children stayed. I would not recommend it for 4 people. Just for the record, everywhere else we have stayed have left a welcome pack and a few basics, even if they did state "self catering".

  Reviewed by Hilary3.1★Nov 2024

• "Loved our stay at Thirlmere Cottage."

  A comfortable, warm and peaceful place to stay. Will be back I am sure.

  Reviewed by Derek3.8★Nov 2024

• "We had a lovely week at Thirlmere Cottage."

  Clean, tidy and warm, a great base for exploring the Lake District. Thank you also for the help from Heart of the Lakes when I managed to lock myself out of the house. I would visit again

  Reviewed by Philip4.4★Nov 2024

• "A cosy cottage in a stunning location!"

  We had a great week at the property and had all the relevant amenities. A truly lovely place if you want to get away!

  Reviewed by Matt5.0★Sep 2024

• "Mould all over the place."

  I have tried to get in touch with Sykes and have been ignored via email, phone and WhatsApp's for 3 weeks now.

  Reviewed by Esmee1.3★Sep 2024

• "Thirlmere Cottage was a beautiful place to stay."

  Beautiful views, spacious and all appliances work. Indeed the cottage is generously stocked with all you require to run a home

  Reviewed by Niki5.0★Aug 2024

• "The property and were located was lovely."

  With great views all round, lovely and quiet just what we wanted. Unfortunately the cleanliness of the place could have been better. Full of cobwebs and spiders, the living room smelt of wet dog, which we had to go buy air fresheners to mask the smell. The smaller bedroom where we had to single beds smelt of damp a couple of days in. Overall just think the property needed a really good clean, and abit of updating. Also disappointed with the outdoor seating, some nice chairs to sit on and enjoy the view would have been nice. Kitchen was lovely, plenty of space, and was great having a washer to use. Definitely a holiday to enjoy is you like walking, plenty of places to go and see. With Grasmere only a short drive away which was handy for shops.

  Thank you for your feedback. We are pleased that you enjoyed the views. We are sorry to hear that you experienced issues regarding the cleanliness of the property. We will pass on your comments to the relevant teams. The Lakelovers Owner Relations Team Property Owner

  Reviewed by Claire2.8★Jul 2024

• "Had a great time in the lake district and the views from the property are breath taking."

  It is a older property and while everything met ours needs and was comfortable it could do with a few updates mainly the bathroom. The en-suite looked more recently renovated. Having said that, we were so pleased with it that we've booked it again for next year!

  Thank you for your comments. We are pleased that you enjoyed your time at Thirlmere Cottage and the Lakes. We take all comments on board, and look forward to welcoming you back. The Lakelovers Owner Relations Team Property Owner

  Reviewed by Chris3.8★Jul 2024

• "Mid way through stay my wife went to put a load of washing on."

  Found that the washing machine was faulty as kept tripping RCD when going to turn it on. Message was sent via app which states would pass this information on, no communication was made to me to resolve the Issue.

  Reviewed by Peter3.1★May 2024

• "Spacious cottage with fantastic view!"

  The property was bigger than expected, comfortable beds, enjoy our stay, just a couple of negatives, only small but the pots and pans probably could need renewing, the washer blow the electrics every time we tried to use it, so gave in otherwise plenty of positive as it’s a picturesque setting!

  Reviewed by Angela4.1★May 2024

• "Perfect Location, well presented, modern kitchen and bathroom, all quite as listed and very content."

  A few high level cobwebs!! I personally would have preferred a little stool or chair in the bathroom due to my specific medical needs.

  Reviewed by Susan4.7★Apr 2024

• "Amazing away from it all cottage."

  ..close enough to keswick/Grassmere....perfect place to kick back and relax.....walks from the doorstep....stunning location..the cottage felt very welcoming....warm n cosy everything we needed .....was very reluctant to leave....fabulous close up of the Herdwicks as they came to bid us good evening....they were on there best behaviour much to our beagle Harvey,s amusement....Thankyou for a much needed relaxing getaway.....can't wait to return.

  Reviewed by Alison5.0★Mar 2024

• "Great cottage in a fabulous location for walks off the doorstep."

  Warm & cosy with everything you require for a great stay. What more do you need? We would definitely come back again

  Reviewed by Jane5.0★Mar 2024

• "Inside the property there were no basic facilities for e."

  G, none of the following: Washing up liquid, Coffee, Salt / Pepper, Milk, Matches, Hand soap, Kindling, ......these are basic items There was a Sky box but no viewing card? Not enough hot water for a decent bath, and no complimentary shower gel All of the above I would have expected to be in the property, all other cottages I've rented supplied these as standard.

  Thank you for your feedback. As this property is self catering accommodation welcome packs and supplies are not provided as standard. We find that the information provided online is accurate to the property amenities provided. Thank you for informing us regarding the hot water, we will ask our maintenance team to investigate this. Lakelovers Owner Team Property Owner

  Reviewed by Peter3.1★Mar 2024

• "The location is lovely and the cottage generally fine, but let down by a number of shortcomings."

  We had to download from the internet instructions for the wall heaters, as the wrong booklet was in the welcome pack. The loo seat in the ensuite was loose on its pedestal. The safety torch in the hallway didn't work. The deepfreeze was so iced up we could not open the drawers and had to defrost it. Rainwater is leaking in through the top central panel of the sitting room picture window. The storage rack at the base of the fridge door had broken off completely. Several of the curtain hooks were missing. Some of the cutlery, crockery and glasses were in sets of three for a four person letting. There were four handsets for the TV and no instructions how to work them. Despite the defects, we did enjoy it and might consider going back

  Reviewed by Catherine3.4★Mar 2024

• "A lovely stay."

  We first stayed in this house 34 years ago and it is still one of our favourite places. Stunning location within easy walking reach of the fells, Helvellyn, Harrop Tarn, or even Grasmere. Keswick is easily reached by bus or car.

  Reviewed by Tony5.0★Mar 2024

• "Few more kitchen utensils would be handy such as grabbers to pick up food."

  Cottage is cosy and in the perfect location.

  Reviewed by Katrina4.7★Feb 2024

• "We had a lovely stay."

  The cottage and its location was really great. Definitely, we'd love to come back.

  Reviewed by Sean5.0★Jan 2024

• "Had an amazing week stay at the cottage."

  Despite having a 32 hour power cut, we still had a lovely time. We just bought extra logs, coal and candles for the evening, and went out walking and exploring during the day. The cottage itself is settled at the bottom of Helvellyn. We had rain most of the time and I was worried about the dogs and cleaning them, but as you come in the front door there is a little area to hang your wet coats etc and dry the dogs off. We took loads of dog towels, and made sure the carpet area in the lounge had towels on them for the first hour we were home. There were plenty of dishes, large juice glasses, a little box with bin liners dishwasher tablets and a sponge and a dishcloth. All the reviews I had read had said nothing was provided, so I bought my own, but took it all home again. The cottage heated up very quickly as well. The washing machine has a tumble dryer as well, which is not listed in appliances so that was a welcomed suprise. Just a few little things that would make this cottage perfect, it needs more teaspoons, wine glasses, and a dustpan and brush. We also noticed the large dinner plates do not fit in the dishwasher unless you lay them down flat. Also the one frying pan is too big for the electric rings. Two medium sized frying pans would be so much better. Also it would be useful if a box of candles and a torch were provided in case of a power cut. Luckily I bought two Yankee candles with me, but we had to go out and get a whole box of candles, the next day. Apart from that, the cottage was amazing. The photos on the website do not do the cottage justice, especially the size of the kitchen, and dining area. Just a little thought, the little dressing room could be used as a 3rd bedroom with a sofa bed. We would definitely recommend staying in this cottage. And Sykes dealt with our power cut with no internet or heating very efficiently. (Husband had to climb a hill to get signal to ring their emergency number) We are about to book our next stay with Sykes for 2026 for my 60th, but in a different location as we like to stay in difference places.

  Reviewed by Kim4.7★Jan 2024

• "We had a wonderful Christmas break at Thirlmere cottages."

  It was very cosy and comfortable especially considering the challenging weather and crazy winds. The views from the sitting room window are spectacular no matter what the weather is doing, especially with an open fire adding cheer. The cottage is very well equipped, with everything we needed to cook Christmas lunch and the beds are very comfy. Always a relief as a bad back sufferer The walks from the door are fabulous we hardly got the car out all week. The waterfalls just over the road at Wythburn Swirls were spectacular in full flood, and the Boxing day respite in the weather allowed us to walk up to Blea tarn. This might be some of the best views in the Lake District. We also appreciated the wealth of local books to plan walks for better weather in 2024 :) Just a few points that need addressing, provision needs to be made to defrost the freezer from time to time, and the dishwasher wasn't working as no salt and plus it looked rather dirty. Bathroom plug holes should also be cleaned regularly, they looked rather unpleasant. These were just a few issues to bring to your attention and certainly didn't spoil our stay. Finally we loved the visit from the local Herdwicks on our last afternoon that were being particularly truculent for the local farmer!!!!

  Reviewed by Jacqualine4.4★Dec 2023

• "We had a Fantastic time staying here only really one issue is the WiFi was very weak but I assume that's due to the area."

  Other than this loved it all and am wishing I was back.

  Reviewed by Conor4.4★Dec 2023

• "This is by far the best holiday/UK break we have ever had."

  Thirlmere Cottage is a beautiful hidden gem…..we really couldn’t have asked for anything more. On our first morning we were greeted by sheep at the window who joined us for breakfast which was adorable. The local hikes were amazing and we truly found it all absolutely stunning. The cottage had everything we could possibly of needed and it was clean and spacious and we were very sad to leave. It really was beautiful. Thank you for making our stay so wonderful. We will be back.

  Reviewed by Rebecca5.0★Nov 2023

• "Beautiful location and a lovely cottage well equipped we really enjoyed our stay and lovely to be so close to the sheep !"

  Only recommendation is that we were told there was a TV connection but there was no signal on either TV and I would also recommend that the cleaners check the bathroom bins as ours had stuff in when we arrived

  Thank you for your feedback. We are so pleased to see that you enjoyed your stay and the sheep! We take your suggestion and comment on board. The Lakelovers Owner Relations Team Property Owner

  Reviewed by Tia3.8★Sep 2023

• "Although the property was a little dates the location was perfect for peace and quiet although the weather did affect our stay."

  We did have a problem with the TV but after contacting your office this was resolved but as we have to activate the on button on the reverse of the TV each time we watched it there should have been instructions to this effect. Also the pop-up plug in the bathroom should be repaired not just a temporary plug available otherwise we enjoyed our time and the local pub food went down well especially the Horse and Farrier Threlkeld Sunday lunch

  Reviewed by Peter4.4★Sep 2023

• "Dated in many places."

  Kitchen knives for example - how old! Sky box and TV very out dated. Should have a smart TV these days so people can log on to Netflix on the wet days if they choose to do so. Also, yes it was a wet July, but the cottage is cold and feels damp. Clothes coming out of the wardrobe in the main bedroom felt damp. Gaps between window frames in living must make it very draughty in windy days. Great remote location if that’s what you want. Plenty of walks from the door and great bus service at the end of the lane to Keswick, or Grasmere and on to Ambleside and Windermere. Overall, decent, but needs some TLC

  Reviewed by Robert3.8★Jul 2023

• "The cottage is lovely in a great location for walking and the added bonus of a field of lambs to keep us entertained."

  The cottage is comfortably furnished and suitably equipped. We would happily return here. The only (very slight) gripe is having to buy washing up liquid and extra loo rolls as only one was provided per bathroom, which seems a bit stingy.

  Thank you for your comments, we are pleased to see that you enjoyed your stay, and the lambs! Items such as washing up liquid are not always provided as the property is self catering. The toilet rolls provided are left as a starting point. We hope to welcome you again. The Lakelovers Owner Relations Team. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Fiona4.7★May 2023

• "We enjoyed our stay at Thirlmere cottage especially the walks from the door."

  Our first impression was of disappointment that there wasnt even a single teabag, milk or any form of welcome at all, nothing. In every cottage we have ever stayed in there has been a wide variety of things like scones ,coffee or biscuits, flowers etc. and when you have travelled a distance its a lovely touch.This lack of welcome was penny pinching. The steep steps in the master bedroom meant we couldnt sleep in there as I couldnt manage them.I am not disabled nor do I have arthritis etc they were just too high.Consequently we had to sleep in the bedroom with the twin beds. In the details these beds were said to be twins by default and could be ziplinked if asked in advance.They were already made up together and covered in quite shockingly poor bedding.The duvet was probably 3 feet longer than the bed.The beds were worn out and and very uncomfortable. I would probably have returned to this cottage if the bed had been better . I can live with the very thin bedroom curtains and non opening louge windows, and the difficult to operate tv with its 4 remote controls, or even the freezer that was full of ice, but not the poor sleep.

  Thank you for your feedback, we are pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay. Not all properties leave a welcome pack or any gifts for guests. We take all comments on board. We do find beds and mattresses to be down to personal preference. Thank you. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Sue3.4★Apr 2023

• "We were.absolutely blown away by this cozy cottage, we loved how secluded it was but yet close to shops and pubs."

  I can’t even speak highly enough about the magnificent surroundings, the peaks, the lake it’s breathtaking! Cottage was fully stocked with kitchenware, books, puzzles and some board games. Cottage was very clean and tidy, Wifi, tv and dvd worked great, we brought with us couple of movies to watch, and kitchen appliances and radiators were easy to use. Would recommend to anyone who loves being away from The hustle of busy tourist village or town in Lake District.

  Thank you for your kind comments, we are so pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay at Thirlmere Cottage. We hope to welcome you back again. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Marianna5.0★Apr 2023

• "Everything was lovely."

  Views were spectacular and easy distance to amenities. Only downside was that the fireplace had not been cleaned out and no wood or matches for our arrival. Also the hoover made the whole place smell of wet dog when we used it. Might be worth putting in new bags after use in dog friendly cottage.

  Thank you for your kind feedback. We are glad that you enjoyed the views. We take all comments on board and will look into this. We hope to welcome you back. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Katrina4.7★Feb 2023

• "Stunning location and fabulous cottage."

  Bathroom had some grout missing on tiles. Would of been nice to have starter pack for fire and few dvds for player. However that did not spoil our break we loved the cottage which was very clean and well equipped. Definitely would return. Enclosed garden great for our dog too!

  Thank you for your feedback. We are glad to hear to that you enjoyed your stay at Thirlmere Cottage. We will pass on your comments regarding the grout in the bathroom to our Maintenance team to look into. We look forward to welcoming you back. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Carol4.7★Feb 2023

• "Really lovely place to stay."

  If you don't want to wear your outdoor shoes Would suggest guests take slippers as the kitchen and dining room floors are very cold.

  Reviewed by Catherine4.1★Dec 2022

• "We had a two week stay, place is beautiful, cozy, heating is excellent and easily controlled, WiFi worked perfectly, views and walks from the door excellent, didn't want to leave, only issues as others have commented on."

  ...kitchen utensils are dreadful, toaster is from a dolls house! Nothing fits in it! One rubbish frying pan with loose handle, every knive including peelers, blunt. We had to buy equipment. No welcome pack even for two weeks, no scourers for washing up, binoculars broken, shown in photo, just needs some tlc.

  Reviewed by Nicholas3.8★Nov 2022

• "Great location - plenty of walks from the door, beautiful views from the living room."

  Great kitchen and dining space. Comfortable beds. Cosy front room. The cottage could do with some modernisation, the main bathroom is dated, alongside many of the furnishings and light fittings throughout the property. The kitchen would benefit from additional equipment i.e. there’s only one frying pan, no blender and knives need sharpening. As there’s no utility room, cleaning our dog after a muddy walk was challenging - we had to make use of the bathroom sink, not ideal. Some complimentary fire wood for the fire would have been a nice touch, akin to many other Lakelover cottages

  Reviewed by Karl3.4★Nov 2022

• "I stunning cottage in the most amazing location I really wished I owned it , it is such a chilled out place and a walkers heaven , internet worked great , but couldn’t get washing machine to work but that may well of been us being not used to that machine , really clean everywhere in the cottage ,and very comfortable double bed , I would only say one down thing and that is the open fire blows smoke back into the room a lot , and would really benefit a log burning stove , but a heating really works well so this is a very minor gripe , and I seriously recommend this idyllic cottage and hope to go back again someday."

  Reviewed by Jeremy5.0★Sep 2022

• "The cottage itself is nice my only complaints is that there were cobwebs in most of the rooms and dust I had to clean the living room windows myself as there were hand prints on the glass."

  .the cleaner needs to be shown how to clean properly..don’t think they ever dust given the size of the cobwebs..I have taken photos but can’t upload them on here Also when we removed the duvet covers and pillow cases at the end of our stay there were a few stains aside from these few things we still enjoyed our stay

  Reviewed by Dawn3.4★Sep 2022

• "The cottage was beautiful, we loved every minute of our stay and didn't want to leave , the location and the scenery is amazing, so peaceful and relaxing ."

  The cottage was very clean in every part but we did notice that the cleaners had missed cobwebs behind the curtains where the TV wires are and around the windows in the kitchen and the bottom of the shower screen was green ! A minor thing i know but did kind of let it down a bit , having said that we would love to stay again at some point .

  Reviewed by Lynn5.0★Aug 2022

• "We found the cottage to be extremely comfortable and well equipt."

  Also the location is stunning and very convenient for Grasmere. In terms of kitchen facilities, it would have been handy to also find salt and pepper in the mills and mills that actually worked. Also there were no ice cube trays in the freezer. Both these things would normally be standard. However, Lakelovers HQ and the local housekeeper were very prompt in resolving the issues we had with the kettle, the missing bath mat and also the ice cube trays! These items delivered on the same day as we contacted the office was very impressive! Finally, we knew that there was no Wi-Fi or signal at this cottage but actually this proved to be a bit of a pain in this day and age. As the neighbouring cottages obviously have a signal, it seems that this would be an easy upgrade to make.

  Reviewed by Valerie4.7★Jun 2022

• "Oldie worldy property in gorgeous location ."

  Walks for humans & dogs from the dorstep .fantastic view from lounge window.

  Reviewed by Valerie4.1★Mar 2022

• "Our stay a Thirlmere cottage was wonderful, we had a lovely Christmas there, when we arrived the property was cosy & warm & clean through out, the lounge was comfortable with amazing views from the windows."

  Reviewed by Kim5.0★Dec 2021

• "If you are looking for a place to switch off, this is it!"

  Nestled at the bottom of Helvellyan and Borrowdale on the edge of Thirlmere the scenery from the cottage is just beautiful in every direction. The cottage is warm, cosy and welcoming but kitchen equipment is a little lacking and the bare minimum (milk drawer in fridge missing) but still a great kitchen and it had everything we needed to cook in each night (we didn’t want to leave the cottage it was so nice). There is no phone signal at all or wifi so you really are cut off - we loved it but others might not. Only little niggle is the front door, it’s a Yale lock with a glass panel so didn’t feel to secure and we were paranoid about locking ourselves out. We’ve booked this cottage twice now (Summer and Winter) and we will be booking again we loved it so much.

  Reviewed by Joanne4.7★Dec 2021

• "Had a wonderful stay in Thirlmere Cottage."

  The location was perfect. The cottage was immaculately clean and well presented with a very well equipped kitchen. The heating was on when we arrived in the evening which was very welcome after a long cold drive. We will return for sure. Thank you

  Reviewed by Sean5.0★Nov 2021

• "Wonderful to return to this lovely property in such tranquil surroundings."

  Reviewed by Angela5.0★Nov 2021

• "If you love the peace and quiet amid beautifull scenery with no Wifi, then you will love this property."

  We loved it and can't wait to return.

  Reviewed by Nigel4.7★May 2021

• "As previous reviews mentioned, some TLC is required; i."

  E. broken fridge door, kettle lid catch broken, no TV signal - the latter 2 issues reported to Lakelovers during our stay. That said, it's a beautiful property in a stunning location which met our expectations. Not everyone's cup of tea; no internet or phone signal (thank you to a previous review, who highlighted this, so we went prepared). It hasn't prevented us from making another booking later this year.

  Reviewed by Angela4.4★Apr 2021

• "As other reviews highlight there are broken items still in the property such as fridge door, glasses, pots, etc."

  Property delivered what we expected so cant complain, so much potential and so many little things could be improved in terms of location (perfect) and value for money (perfect) cannot grumble. Please can you update the description on your website to explicitly tell people it does not have Wi-fi internet to the property and you also cannot get phone signal. We luckily saw this from another review and so took lots of DVD's but in this day and age it does cause inconvenience if you don't know about it in advance. It would not put us off, instead it could make it more attractive. All-in-all very nice property with picturesque walks on the doorstep.

  Reviewed by Ben3.8★Dec 2020

• "Great cottage, lovely location, very cosy."

  just a pity that previous occupants have not treated the property with the respect it deserves. Please inform the owner that we found the following things need attention: Broken cafetiere, two cracked wine glasses, fridge door shelf broken, full vacuum bag left in lounge. Property not as clean as it could be (we definitely left it cleaner). Having said this, we were very happy with the property overall and will give it a top score on Trip Advisor (without the above comments because of the current unusual circumstances). Could we have better weather next time please?

  Reviewed by Peter4.7★Dec 2020

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