Puddle Duck Cottage

3.7★

6 Guests
3 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor accommodation
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

10 Customer Review(s)

Margaret
May 2025

“We found it very comfortable and very well equipped not just in the kitchen .”

clean , warm , good WIFI and great location and so lucky the pub across the road did perfect family food so always something tasty to eat (Thursday - Sunday ) it makes a great base for exploring the lakes

clean , warm , good WIFI and great location and so lucky the pub across the road did perfect family food so always something tasty to eat (Thursday - Sunday ) it makes a great base for exploring the lakes

- Margaret, May 2025
Lynn September 2024

“Only one negative to anyone with a large car parking outside the cottage not big enough to fit in because of the other car next door.”

Had to park at the far end so our car was not sticking out on a busy lane

- Lynn, September 2024

Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback. We take all comments on board. The Lakelovers Owner Relations Team Property Owner
Colleen December 2023

“I have complained direct to the owner regarding the following: Rusty microwave Mouldy teabags left in teapot Dirty oven Fridge light & drawer broken Dirty paw prints in bath!”

Grey marked towels Sticky worktops I have had a reply from the owner stating they will report to cleaner & sent us Christmas wishes. The location was excellent but the above spoiled the stay due to us having to clean on arrival. This was a Christmas treat for my family.

- Colleen, December 2023

We thank you for your honest feedback and we apologise the cottage wasn’t as we would have wished. We have taken your comments on board. - We now have a new cleaning service for our cottage. - We have bought new bed linen & towels. - A new microwave has been installed. - The fridge draw has been replaced. Property Owner
Pamela June 2023

“Property has poor decoration and is not very clean.”

had to empty the cleaner to use it.The stair door is very hard to open especially for arthritic elderly people, microwave needs replacing door does not shut properly. NO USB socket in the property, shower feeble power, no handles on bath, Coffee pod machine a good extra but had to use a plastic beaker to place underneath to use it!

- Pamela, June 2023

We thank you for your honest feedback and we apologise the cottage wasn’t as we would have wished. We have taken your comments on board. We now have a new cleaning service for our cottage. A new microwave has been installed. Property Owner
Eleanor May 2023

“Good location for Lake Coniston.”

Enjoyed that a BBQ was provided. Disappointed that the listing does not mention the garden is separated from the house by a frequently used shared path. Felt like a deliberate omission to mislead. The garden is small and not enclosed. On arrival neighbour waiting for us to explain he did not want us to park outside the cottage. Said neighbour then came outside whenever we sat in the garden, stared in the window when we were sat inside, and leaned over the front wall to rearrange our recycling at least daily. This last point possibly due to out of date recycling instructions in the visitors book. Stains on towels, and dust and cobwebs in corners. Mattresses cheap and not comfortable. This is the only Sykes cottage we have visited which we felt we would not return to.

- Eleanor, May 2023

We thank you for your honest feedback and we apologise the cottage wasn’t as we would have wished. We have taken your comments on board. We now have a new cleaning service for our cottage. We have bought new bed linen & towels. - A new microwave has been installed. - The fridge draw has been replaced. Property Owner
Sophie May 2023

“I had a lovely stay, I like the main living area arrangement, that was very comfortable.”

Good power in shower and everything was good. The views were fantastic. Lovely helpful neighbours too. The gardens were so pretty. Only thing would be to explain the garden is not privately enclosed or attached directly to the property so I had to keep a close eye on the dog that she didn’t go wondering. Luckily there are gates at the end of the passage but it would have been good to be alerted.

- Sophie, May 2023
Garry September 2020

“Lovely holiday lovely place thank you”

- Garry, September 2020
Angela September 2018

“Cottage was tired and could do with a refurb.”

Fire alarm in living area had some cardboard and tape over it ? Kitchen cupboards and crockery dirty. Kids found the locked doors within the property a little creepy! Wasn’t expecting luxury for the price but this property is below standard ********** Owner response ********** Thank you for your feedback, we have recently had the property refurbished in the living areas and we will follow up with our cleaning team in relation to the issues you have highlighted. We are sorry to hear that your children found the locked doors a little creepy, these are our private areas for our use only.

- Angela, September 2018
Kari August 2018

“We had a lovely stay at Puddle Duck cottage.”

It was very clean, comfortable and well equipped. A lot of the basic essential items were already there too, such as toilet paper, washing up liquid etc, which was a great help. It’s a great place for an action packed holiday. Would definitely recommend it!

- Kari, August 2018
Christine May 2018

“Gorgeous cottage very clean welcoming had a very happy holiday due to all the ...”

Gorgeous cottage very clean welcoming had a very happy holiday due to all the home comforts and all attractions being a short drive away

- Christine, May 2018

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Summary

Over three floors
Three bedrooms: 1 x double, 2 x second-floor twins
First-floor bathroom with bath, basin, and WC
Ground floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC
Sitting room with dining area
Kitchen
Electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, Nespresso machine and washing machine
Oil central heating and log burner
WiFi, Freeview TV
Fuel, power, and starter pack of logs inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Travel cot and highchair available
Roadside parking for 1 car, off-road parking near to cottage, further parking nearby
Garden with lawned area and furniture
Note: Steps to garden furniture and lawn area
One well-behaved dog permitted
Sorry, no smoking
The Royal Oak and The Farmers Arms are within a stone's throw of the property
Note: Max 6 adults
Note: Access path runs across the rear of the row of cottages; pets must be supervised at all times
This property does not accept Sunday changeovers

The property

Puddle Duck Cottage is located close to Coniston Water and is ideally situated to explore the Southern Lake District. The cosy multi fuel log burning stove is ideal for winter evenings the cottage also has a country garden with fell views perfect for al-fresco dining. Situated between Coniston Water and the coast is the hamlet of Spark Bridge, a cluster of traditional Lakeland cottages in a beautiful rural setting. Spark Bridge is within 3 miles of Newby Bridge at the southern tip of Lake Windermere and 2 miles from Coniston Water. It is an ideal location to visit the south and western Lakes. Grizedale Forest can be seen in the distance where you can enjoy a wealth of outdoor activities. Close by is Haverthwaite Steam Railway, The Aquarium of the Lakes, Blackwell the arts and crafts house and the house and gardens of Holker Hall are all within an easy distance, as are the villages and towns of Windermere, Bowness, Coniston, Cartmell, Ulverston and Grange over Sands. Near Sawrey is within a half hour by car, this is where Beatrix Potter wrote Jemima Puddle Duck. Puddle Duck Cottage is in a row of cottages which provides contemporary, family accommodation where you can enjoy cosy nights in front of the log burner or dine alfresco and take in the stunning views to the fells which can be admired from all aspects of the house and garden. The cottage is within a stones throw of the village pub, ideal for unwinding after a long day on the fells. The accommodation which has oil central heating comprises: Spacious lounge/dining area with multi fuel log burning stove, TV, Freeview and DVD player. Kitchen with electric cooker and hob, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, Nespresso machine, washing machine and microwave. Shower room with hand basin and WC. First floor: Master double bedroom with fitted wardrobes and pleasant view to the fells. Bathroom with hand basin and WC. Second floor: Two twin bedrooms, one with built in wardrobes both with views to the fells. All electric, bed linen, towels and initial supply of logs provided. Wi-Fi included. Cot and booster highchair available. Off-street parking nearby. There is a garden to the rear of the property with garden furniture and decking with views to the surrounding fells.

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About the location

SPARK BRIDGE

Ulverston 5 miles; Coniston 10 miles.

The small village of Spark Bridge is a couple of miles away from the village of Greenodd, which has a selection of shops next to th River Crake, whilst just five miles away is the ancient market town of Ulverston. Ulverston is famous for its street markets and festivals, and boasts a wide range of shops and various leisure facilities. It is also home to the only Laurel and Hardy museum in the world. This is a great location for a walking holiday, and within driving distance are a number of attractions including, Grizedale, Coniston, Windermere, Hawkshead and Beatrix Potter's Hill Top, as well as the beautiful Furness Coast, with its golden beaches and good birdwatching opportunities. An ideal location for enjoying fantastic coastal and countryside pursuits.

This property doesnt accept Sunday changeovers

This property offers the following short breaks:

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Reviews & Ratings

“We found it very comfortable and very well equipped not just in the kitchen .”

“Only one negative to anyone with a large car parking outside the cottage not big enough to fit in because of the other car next door.”

“I have complained direct to the owner regarding the following: Rusty microwave Mouldy teabags left in teapot Dirty oven Fridge light & drawer broken Dirty paw prints in bath!”

“Property has poor decoration and is not very clean.”

“Good location for Lake Coniston.”

“I had a lovely stay, I like the main living area arrangement, that was very comfortable.”

“Lovely holiday lovely place thank you”

“Cottage was tired and could do with a refurb.”

“We had a lovely stay at Puddle Duck cottage.”

“Gorgeous cottage very clean welcoming had a very happy holiday due to all the ...”

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About the location

SPARK BRIDGE