4.2★
Good
Heart Of The Lakes rating
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Sleeps 4
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Bedrooms 2
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Bathrooms 1
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Pets Yes
Features
- Off road parking
- Pub/shop < 1 mile
- Broadband / WiFi
Reviews & Ratings
* Based on a combined average customer score
13 Customer Review(s)
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Margaret 
“Absolutely loved staying in this property.”
So cheerful and bright. Great location in the centre of the village - wished we could have stayed longer.
So cheerful and bright. Great location in the centre of the village - wished we could have stayed longer. Kitchen small but we ate out except for breakfast.
- Margaret, April 2022 -
Claire “Really enjoyed our stay in Sandy Wyke, beautifully clean and comfortable.”
Kitchen is teeny but had everything we needed. Fantastically located, right in the heart of Hawkshead, only a few steps to the well known shops, tea rooms and pubs. Wonderful local walks with stunning views, we hope to stay again!
- Claire, April 2022C “This is our 4th stay at Sandy Wyke.”
Perfect location in the centre of Hawkshead Square. The only thing the property needs is replacement of the chairs in the living room as they are extremely small and uncomfortable. The upstairs is lovely and cosy and the bathroom is modern and excellent.
- C, December 2021Liz “Despite serious misgivings about booking any property through Sykes after our experiences last December (we left the property early as one of our party tested positive for C-19 midweek and no-one was responding to either phone or email) the siren call of Hawkshead and Sandy Wyke drew us back.”
The property is well placed, cosy, comfortable and warm. The kitchen is compact but as we don’t cook on holiday it is not an issue for us (good pubs in the village although not all serving food at the moment). This was our fifth stay at this property.
- Liz, November 2021Neil “The cottage had everything we needed for a comfortable stay, including a good range of household products.”
The kitchen is compact but contained all the equipment you would need to self cater. Wifi was excellent. Yes, the upstairs layout is a little quirky but it worked fine for us. We hope to return.
- Neil, October 2021Sue “We enjoyed our stay at Sandy Wyke very much.”
I do feel however that some reference should be made regarding the bathroom and cloakroom being at the opposite end of the cottage from the master bedroom. If the twin bedded room is occupied to get to the bathroom from the master is down five steps, then up three across the landing and down another two steps and I feel would be challenging if someone is a little less mobile. Everything else was fine and the cottage is superbly situated right in the centre of the village
- Sue, September 2021Annette “The cottage was spacious, comfortable and clean.”
It felt as though the lounge/dining room had been recently redecorated. The ceramic hob had a crack across the corner and a chip in one ring area, but neither of these affected its performance. The oven was more difficult to operate. We weren't sure if it was coming fully up to temperature at times and there is no manual for it. The bathroom which I understand was upgraded a couple of years ago is very nice. A small bench or seat in the front garden would be nice, but space for it is tight. The kitchen is compact, but has all the necessary equipment.
- Annette, August 2021Jason “The cottage is run down and very very tired.”
It is spacious and in a fantastic location but needs redecorating throughout, new mattress on the double bed, unsure about the singles, hob replacing as it's cracked and very sharp, carpets cleaning. As a minimum. The space outside, although tiny could fit a couple of chairs or a bench to sit outside at but it needs weeding and tidying up. The toilets have a strong smell of urine all the time, even though I bought more toilet cleaner and used it daily.
- Jason, June 2021Susan “A perfectly situated, well equipped cottage.”
A good experience from booking to end of our holiday.
- Susan, May 2021Liz “The sheer impossibility of getting hold of anyone to let you know our daughter had tested positive for c-19 midweek and that we had left early.”
No-one answers the phone and emails simply generated an automatic response. It took four (lengthy) attempts to speak to someone, 24 hours after leaving. Property was not as clean as previously (this was our fourth stay at Sandy Wyke): loos needed a scrub around the seat hinges, mirrors in the bedroom were dusty. The mugs in the kitchen were badly tea stained (I bought bicarbonate of soda and they are now spotless for the next guests). It left us wondering how clean the other crockery actually was - there is no dishwasher which makes it harder. Earlier in the week we reported that on arrival the coat rack in the lobby had fallen off the wall as soon as we hung the first coat on it - we did not ask maintenance to rectify whilst we were there but hope that it has been fixed for this week’s guests - and that full sanitisation of the property has been thorough. We have used Heart of the Lakes since 2007 and when it was a genuinely local company it was superb - on one occasion they turned out on Christmas Eve to sort out an outside light for us (at a different property) to ensure my elderly father could negotiate the outside steps safely. I wish now I had kept the property owner’s details so I could let them know directly how Sykes are letting them down. We have loved Sandy Wyke but are seriously considering looking for a (non-Sykes) holiday rental for our next visit, mainly because of our concerns over the cleanliness of the property in these COVID times and the difficulty in getting hold of anyone to ensure the property is safe for the next guests.
- Liz, December 2020Mr Boddy “The new bathroom is excellent and very much a positive for the cottage.”
- Mr Boddy, Dec 2019Mrs Upton “Really lovely house.”
Excellent. Would highly recommend.
- Mrs Upton, Dec 2019Mrs Laurie “This cottage was very cosy and in an ideal location for the winter months.”
- Mrs Laurie, Dec 2019Summary
- Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x twin
- Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
- Cloakroom with basin and WC
- Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area, and sitting area with electric fire
- Electric central heating and electric fire
- Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washer/dryer, TV with Freeview, and WiFi
- Fuel and power inc. in rent
- Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
- Permit parking for one car
- Enclosed porch
- One well-behaved dog allowed
- Sorry, no smoking
- No Travel cot and high chair provided.
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The property
Regular visitors will know the characterful square in the centre of Hawkshead village, and this delightful area, much loved by photographers and artists, is the setting for Sandy Wyke Cottage . Here you can relax and enjoy the pleasures of village life just a short stroll to the pubs and cafes, local shopping for your everyday needs. With wonderful countryside all around, you can explore and ramble in the heart of Beatrix Potter country and there is hardly any need to use the car once you have settled in. Hawkshead makes a perfect setting for a holiday in any season. There are a number of good local places to eat and numerous, interesting local shops. Grizedale Forest is just up a nearby lane where you will find extensive walking and cycling trails and of course- a ramble to the beautiful Tarn Hows must not be missed. Accommodation: Front door leads into a welcoming lounge, neatly presented with wrought iron and tiles electric fire with feature surround (TV,Wi-Fi). Charmingly furnished throughout, with a compact attractive kitchen set to the right of the lounge. The dining table overlooks Hawkshead square. Stairs lead you up to two bedrooms, the first being a king with solid wood furnishings and co-ordinated decor and a view of the Hawkshead village and church. The second room is a twin with sash windows overlooking Hawkshead with latterbarrow in the background (the two rooms do also have an interconnecting door). Newly fitted family bathroom (shower over bath, WC,Basin) and a separate cloakroom (WC,basin). Outside: A parking permit is supplied for one car, and a quaint area at the front of the property provides a perfect place to take in the Hawkshead life right in the village centre.
Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £200.
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About the location
HAWKSHEAD
Ambleside 5.1 miles; Kendal 17.4 miles.
The picturesque village of Hawkshead still retains the charm and character that so endeared it to its most famous residents - William Wordsworth and Beatrix Potter. Visitors can wander the wealth of tiny alleyways, thoroughfares, archways and courtyards between the whitewashed 17th century houses. There are many pleasant inns, teashops, guest houses and gift shops in the village, as well as the Beatrix Potter Gallery, which houses an annually changing exhibition of the famous author’s illustrations and stories. The other famous Hawkshead enthusiast, William Wordsworth, attended the Old Grammar School in 1779-87, which still stands today, and you can visit the building where the Lakeland poet developed his love of the form, and even see the desk into which he scratched his name as a small boy! Newby Bridge is ten miles away and offers attractions such as the Aquarium of the Lakes and Windermere Lake Cruises, sailing daily between Ambleside, Bowness and Lakeside. With stunning scenery and numerous attractions within easy touring distance, Hawkshead is in an ideal location at any time of the year.
Note: There is a £200 Good Housekeeping deposit payable with the final balance which will be refunded subsequent to departure
This property offers the following short breaks:
- Off-season
- Last minute
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