Thomas Cottage

Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Open fire
Cot available
Highchair available
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews

8 Customer Review(s)

Karl
April 2022

“We've stayed at Thomas Cottage several times before this trip and must say it is a real home from home.”

We really enjoy the convenience of having so many glorious walks on the doorstep. The cottage is comfortable with all the usual amenities (dishwasher, great shower, nice bed/bedfing). One small thing is a hand held shower attachment for cleaning our mucky doggy in the bath would be handy but we managed nonetheless ..!). Thanks, again and look forward to our next visit..!

We really enjoy the convenience of having so many glorious walks on the doorstep. The cottage is comfortable with all the usual amenities (dishwasher, great shower, nice bed/bedfing). One small thing is a hand held shower attachment for cleaning our mucky doggy in the bath would be handy but we managed nonetheless ..!). Thanks, again and look forward to our next visit..!

- Karl, April 2022
Timothy September 2021

“We hadn't realised quite how remote the cottage was, which was both a positive (peaceful) and negative (long way to shops, pubs etc.”

) point. The cottage was very roomy and well equipped. The powerful shower and ready hot water was a pleasant surprise in such a remote location. Some items could have been cleaner - for example, a couple of chopping boards had residue on them! We felt some more comfortable chairs were needed - four people and only one settee for two, a small chair and a wooden rocking chair did not provide enough comfort for four adults after a long day in the Fells.

- Timothy, September 2021

Thank you for your feedback about the seating at Thomas Cottage. It was helpful to hear this, and we now have provided another comfortable armchair. Property Owner
T September 2021

“Beautiful cottage with everything we needed, great location for lots of good walking from the door”

- T, September 2021
Eliza July 2021

“We really enjoyed our stay at Thomas cottage: it’s location meant we could leave the car and walk straight out on to the nearby fells .”

The cottage has been beautifully restored and every room has a perfect view. It was an absolute pleasure to spend time in the kitchen which was very well appointed and the large open plan kitchen and living room made it a very convivial space.

- Eliza, July 2021
Alison June 2021

“Thomas Cottage is a favourite home from home for us.”

We shall return!

- Alison, June 2021
B L May 2021

“Very well heated cottage in a lovely village .”

Garden superb, great base for walking from cottage , would definetly recommend.

- B L, May 2021
Judy April 2021

“The microwave table didn’t rotate effectively, and may have caused a crack in a mug.”

The induction hob was simple and effective, but the main oven we never got working, after trying many combinations of the control buttons. Two reading lamps were investigated for some time, including bulb change, without production of any light. Excellent garden.

- Judy, April 2021
Mr Hollinshead Dec 2019

“A gorgeous cottage in a perfect setting!”

- Mr Hollinshead, Dec 2019
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The property

A charming Lakeland stone-built cottage in a beautiful location in the tiny hamlet of Hartsop with its working sheep farms, right in the heart of the Lake District and in the midst of some of the finest walking country that the area has to offer. It is a good centre for touring to all parts of the Lake District and would make a pleasant place to unwind and enjoy the scenery and the property's stunning views at any time of the year. The cottage has been lovingly refurbished by its architect and artist owners in a totally original farm cottage style with original lime plaster walls, ancient floors, and lots of reclaimed furnishings harking back to the 17th Century, yet providing a really comfortable and cosy home from home with 21st century comforts. A few paces from the front gate, past the neighbour's working sheep farm adjacent to the house, there is an abundance of walking that can be enjoyed from the doorstep including High Street, Fairfield and St Sunday Crag. There are also several easier walks to suit young children. Ullswater Lake is only a short drive away giving you access to sailing, kayaking, and lake cruises, and there are places to eat out and shop in nearby Patterdale and Glenridding. Ambleside and Windermere are only 15 and 20 minutes away respectively over the Kirkstone Pass. Thomas Cottage is at one end of the larger Thomas Grove House (Property Ref. 6032), which dates originally from the late 17th century. The two properties can be joined together to sleep a total of 11. Accommodation: Rear entrance into hallway with room to store and dry your walking gear, and secure access to housekeeper's utility room with full laundry facilities whenever required. Door through to open plan reclaimed farmhouse kitchen and dining area with large pine table and original cheese shelf above. Living area with large fireplace and log burning stove - (TV with freeview, DVD, free Wi-Fi, landline phone, and iPod dock). Magnificent views across the valley. Upstairs are two bedrooms - a spacious double with king size bed and the owners' cherished vintage style chair just as Grandma left it! Panoramic views across the valley to Brotherswater. Second bedroom on the side faces towards the easterly mountains, and is offered as either a comfortable twin or a super-kingsize double. Bathroom on the half landing has bath with drench shower over, basin and wc. Throughout the downstairs are historic dressed Lakeland stone floors, and upstairs are original wooden floors with beautiful kelim rugs. If you want a holiday home with originality, personality and comfort, then Thomas Cottage is definitely for you. Outside: The cottage has its own garden area with table and chairs and ample parking for two cars. Nearest pub/shop at Brotherswater approx 1 mile, other shops in Patterdale approx 2 miles. Note: Wi-Fi is for surfing and email only. Due to bandwidth downloading is not possible.

Summary

Two bedrooms: 1 x zip/link super-king-size (zip/link, can be twin on request), 1 x king-size
Bathroom with bath, rainfall shower, basin and WC
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove
Central heating with woodburning stove
Electric double oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, TV with Freeview and DVD player, WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Travel cot and highchair available
Off-road parking for two cars
Garden with table and chairs
One well-behaved dog welcome
Sorry, no smoking

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £200.

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About the location

PENRITH

Keswick 17 miles; Carlisle 20 miles.

The bustling market town of Penrith, once the capital of Cumbria, enjoys a central position between the Lake District and North Pennines and is ideally placed for taking in all that the region has to offer. Renowned for its wealth of specialist shops, the sandstone buildings of Penrith hide intriguing yards, lanes and alleyways, with a myriad of attractive cottages, gardens and little shops. With a wide choice of excellent pubs, hotels, restaurants and entertainment, Penrith also offers a museum, and Millennium Trails round the historic city streets. Within easy reach of the town is Rheged – an innovative visitor centre with shops, restaurants, exhibitions and a giant cinema screen showing educational and informative films. Brougham Castle (The Windsor of the North), Long Meg and her daughters (the 3rd largest stone circle in England) and the historic city of Carlisle are all a short drive away, as is the stunning scenery of both the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales.

Hartsop, Cumbria & The Lake District (Ref. 1043016)

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Reviews

“We've stayed at Thomas Cottage several times before this trip and must say it is a real home from home.”

“We hadn't realised quite how remote the cottage was, which was both a positive (peaceful) and negative (long way to shops, pubs etc.”

“Beautiful cottage with everything we needed, great location for lots of good walking from the door”

“We really enjoyed our stay at Thomas cottage: it’s location meant we could leave the car and walk straight out on to the nearby fells .”

“Thomas Cottage is a favourite home from home for us.”

“Very well heated cottage in a lovely village .”