The Old House

20 Customer Reviews

• "Heating not too good and we had to buy logs"

  Reviewed by Geoffrey5.0★Mar 2025

• "We had a thoroughly enjoyable stay at the Old House in late March 2025."

  The cottage is well-equipped, with a kitchen that has everything you might need if you choose to cook. The beds are very comfortable, the bathroom features an excellent shower, and the living area is cosy, with charming old features and a lovely wood burner. The location is ideal for a week of walking or hiking in the Lake District, just outside Ambleside and close to many outstanding trails. We had a fantastic visit and would definitely book again. The only minor point to note (which didn’t detract from our stay) is regarding waste collection. We put the general waste bin out as instructed, but it was not collected, as pickups appear to be fortnightly on Thursdays. Our stay coincided with an off-week. We didn’t note any blue bins at the cottage so our recycling needed taking to local recycling centres. It would be helpful if blue bins could be provided for recycling.

  Reviewed by David5.0★Mar 2025

• "Highly charismatic property and great stay."

  Sofas a little hard to get comfy in but beds immensely comfy and bathroom very warm and tastefully finished. Only issue was we could not find any recycling locations or bins so drove all our recycling into Bo’ness. Owners very helpful with hearing and fire. Our kid also loved the place. Pub next door appears shut down but didn’t really affect us.

  Reviewed by Mike4.7★Feb 2025

• "Another fantastic stay at this wonderful house."

  It’s full of character and in a perfect position to explore the lakes. The bus stop outside means you don’t even have to drive. The owners are lovely and very helpful should you have any questions.

  Reviewed by Alison4.7★Oct 2024

• "Initial problem of accessing keys was quickly resolved by maintenance team."

  Once inside property, boiler problem was resolved by owner via a phone call. Neither issue spoilt the lovely time we had at the Old House. We thought it was really quirky, with all the oak beams, flooring, doors and panelling. Enclosed garden ideal for our small dog Abbie. Furnishings, fittings and equipment were of very high quality. The owners have clearly made great efforts to make their guests comfortable and we would be very happy to visit again.

  Reviewed by Joyce4.1★Oct 2024

• "We had a fantastic time at the old house, what a great place for exploring the lake district!"

  The house is beautiful, such a fabulous property with a wealth of history. It had everything we needed and more, thank you for renting out this fabulous property. Helen and Pete

  Reviewed by Helen5.0★Sep 2024

• "It creaks, it squeaks !"

  ! Its wonderful !!! Wall to wall Oak panels and floors . One of the best cottages we have ever stayed in. We will be returning.

  Reviewed by Keith4.7★Aug 2024

• "This house is all you need for a comfortable and cosy stay in Lake District!"

  We all loved it. There is nothing that we didn’t like actually. Highly recommended.

  We're delighted that you loved the cottage and had a lovely stay in the Lakes. Thank you so much for taking time to give us your feedback; it is very much appreciated. We hope you come again and if there is anything specific you need for a future stay, please don't hesitate to contact us. All the best, Chris and Rich Property Owner

  Reviewed by Priska5.0★Aug 2024

• "The old House, was full of charm, vintage furniture, dark wooden beams from old ships."

  The house itself had everything you needed and the kitchen was well equipped. The garden was nice and small, enough space to have a bbq with the family, relax with one of them rare sunny days in the lakes. The parking isn’t amazing and it really is difficult getting 2 cars up into the parking spaces provided which it states you are able to do, without damaging your car. If you are happy to leave your car there for a week, then use the amazing buses, which is right at the bottom of the road from the cottage, as you can get everywhere on them. Overall The Old House is a prefect location to get around and see all of the lakes.

  Dear Kirsty, Many thanks for your feedback; it's very much appreciated. I think your assessment of the car parking is fair; there is room for one large vehicle and one smaller vehicle but reversing into the smaller parking space can be awkward. We are therefore updating the information on the website to explain this better. There are also additional parking spaces in the bays on the main road opposite The Old House as a back up if needed. Thanks again for your feedback, I'm delighted you had a lovely stay and we would love you to come again in the future! All the best, Chris and Rich Property Owner

  Reviewed by Kirsty3.8★Aug 2024

• "The property is slightly ‘unpolished’ but brimming with character and charm."

  Great location with walks from the door. Parking is not for the faint hearted if you have two cars as we did. A garden table and chairs would have been welcome, but it was enclosed and safe for our dog. Overall it was an excellent stay.

  Gareth, many thanks for your feedback; we're delighted to you enjoyed your stay! On the parking, you're right! As you know there are two spaces, one that can accommodate a large vehicle and one small space for a smaller car but it can be awkward to reverse/manoeuvre into that one. We are updating the website to better explain this to future guests. There is additional parking in the bays on the main road opposite the Old House but again, this needs to be explained. Thanks for your feedback on this. I am very sorry you didn't benefit form the garden furniture. We had plenty of garden furniture which should have been in the garden when you arrived but it seems someone had locked it in the garden shed. We are making sure its available for guests in future! Many thanks again, and we hope you visit us again in the future! All the best, Chris and Rich Property Owner

  Reviewed by Gareth3.8★Jul 2024

• "The only major problem we found was the local authority rubbish bins were full and smelling when we arrived and were still unemptied 7 days later when we left the cottage."

  We had to make our own arrangements.

  Geoffrey, many thanks for taking time to pass on your feedback; it's really helpful. I'm so sorry there was a problem with the waste bins and you were inconvenienced. We do rely on our guests to take the bins to the main road on collection days as this is the only way we can dispense of the rubbish. Sometimes it can be overlooked and we get the problem you have experienced . I think we have now put enough checks and balances in in place and a notice in the house just serve as a reminder to help with this in future. Thank you again for your feedback and I hope you could come and visit again in the future. All the best, Chris and Rich Property Owner

  Reviewed by Geoffrey3.4★May 2024

• "A fantastic property."

  Very comfortable and everything you should need. Perfect location to get around. Bus stops right outside with a great network so you don’t have to drive. Owners are brilliant making sure you’re ok and have everything.

  Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback. We are pleased that you enjoyed your stay. We hope that you will return to the Lake District again. Thank you The Lakelovers Owner Relations Team Property Owner

  Reviewed by Alison5.0★May 2024

• "Property was really unusual and in a great location."

  Reported a few concerns during our stay which were dealt with promptly. Great to have an enclosed garden and private parking. House was well stocked with towels, bedding, mugs etc so we didn’t have to think about anything. Felt that the overall cleanliness and ongoing maintenance let it down slightly. Lots of cobwebs, dust, missing lightbulbs, dodgy light switches. We visited in April but the Christmas decorations were still up. The drain on the bath was blocked but we didn’t report it as we’d already reported a few things and felt like we were harassing the owners. Overall a great stay but ghe property could do with some TLC.

  Thank you for your feedback. We are pleased that we were able to resolve the issues. We will pass on your comments to the relevant teams. The lights that you refer to are not Christmas light but a feature at the property. The Lakelovers Owner Relations Team Property Owner

  Reviewed by Chris3.1★Apr 2024

• "This is a beautiful and comfortable house that we enjoyed staying in."

  You are near the road so can easily access the shop if needed but can walk from the house on the footpath more rurally. Many thanks!

  Hello Antonia, Many thanks for your feedback! We’re delighted you enjoyed your stay. We are always looking to make everything as good as possible for our guests and get valuable ideas from the feedback we receive. We hope you will stay again in the future. All the best, Chris Property Owner

  Reviewed by Antonia4.7★Feb 2024

• "Really nice old cottage nicely modernised in the kitchen and bathroom."

  Very cosy and well kept.

  Hello Tony, Thank you so much for your feedback. It’s really appreciated as we learn a lot from our guests. We’re delighted you found the Old House enjoyable and we hope you might stay again in the future. All the best, Chris and Rich Property Owner

  Reviewed by Tony5.0★Jan 2024

• "This cottage is what it says quirky it did us proud never heard a pin drop most ..."

  This cottage is what it says quirky it did us proud never heard a pin drop most comfortable bed slept in for a while it has all the amenities to be able switch off from the rat race thanks

  Margaret, many thanks for taking time to give us your feedback. It’s so helpful and we’re very pleased all was good for you. We learn a lot from our guests and will continue to try to make additions and improvements. We hope to have you stay again in the future! All the best, Chris and Rich Property Owner

  Reviewed by Margaret3.8★Dec 2023

• "We had great stay very mild weather to 6in snow locals was very friendly and ..."

  We had great stay very mild weather to 6in snow locals was very friendly and helped us dig out of snow would love to stay again had a couple tx from owners with information really helpful cottage was lovely and quirky highly recommended

  Wow, thanks so much for your wonderful review Phillip! That means a lot and we’re delighted you had a great stay. I’ll pass on your feedback to the Lakelovers team also as they work really well with us to try to make everything as good as possible! We’d love to see you back. Many thanks. Chris and Rich Property Owner

  Reviewed by Phillip5.0★Nov 2023

• "I visited this cottage in November and had the most wonderful stay."

  It was everything I expected and more. Trying to book again but can’t find the dates. If you see this please help. Can’t wait to come back.

  Hi Nicola, thanks for your message and sorry for the delay in responding. I’m delighted you’d like to return to the cottage! At the moment bookings can only be made up to the end of August. We expect to open up dates from September 24 at the end of January. I can message you directly when that takes place. Does this answer your question? All the very best and a very happy new year to you!! Chris Hi Nicola, I hope all is well with you. Just to let you know we have opened up the dates for the Old House to the end of the year just in case you are still interested in booking with us again. All the best, Chris Property Owner

  Reviewed by Nicola5.0★Nov 2023

• "A lovely cottage with a lot of character and enough luxury."

  Reviewed by Hendrikus5.0★Oct 2023

• "We had a magical stay at the Old House."

  It is the most beautiful house, with a few quirks that add to the character of the experience. It could have been a little bit cleaner (Dusty, ovens not very clean, cupboards not clean, fire full of ash). Still does not detract from a fabulous stay. We are looking forward to booking our stay for next year! Thank you so much!

  Many thanks for sending through your feedback; it’s really appreciated. And thank you so much for the lovely note you left for us! We’re so glad you had a lovely time and enjoyed your stay. We apologise for missing these areas and thank you for letting us know about them. This is a newly let property and we are learning how long it takes to get everything completed during the changeover time. Your feedback is invaluable and will help us to get this right. All the very best, Chris Property Owner

  Reviewed by Sarah4.4★Aug 2023

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