Buttermere

4.7★

4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor accommodation
Ground floor bedroom
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

17 Customer Review(s)

Neil
October 2023

“Great cottage, warm, spacious, comfortable beds and close to north western lakes, hills and mountain biking.”

Lovely dark sky for star gazing.

Lovely dark sky for star gazing.

- Neil, October 2023
Eddie September 2023

“Fantastic location to explore the Northern Lakes.”

Buttermere offers a perfect place to rest and relax after a day of excitement in the lakes. Privacy and comfort are key themes. The property is also pet friendly and for our teenage dog it was perfect, on one level, safe and secure.

- Eddie, September 2023
Michael August 2023

“Lovely cottage.”

Hard to find down the lane. May require larger clear sign at entrance. There was a gate closed at the entrance which made us feel it was a private estate. The cottage is in a great location to access all areas of the lakes. The cottage was well equipped had a well equipped kitchen. The bedroom was spacious. The beds were clean and tidy and comfortable. The cottage and bathroom catered for a disable person which was what we required. There was a lovely small path way,walk around the back of the cottages to walk dogs and for children to wander in the meadow. There were just a few issues that need addressing. The back patio doors would not lock and one broken and held with screws. The curtains need more hooks and repair. The TV had a muffled sound so you could not hear.we adjusted it so the sound came out on one speak, which helped slightly. We had a great stay and would return.

- Michael, August 2023

Thanks for pointing these things out. Repairs done and new TV now in place! Property Owner
Elaine July 2023

“Very quite and peacefull, beds really comfy best nights sleep in ages.”

LOVED loved loved the owls. Look forward to staying again.

- Elaine, July 2023
Andy May 2023

“The brochure tells of lots of things to see around the grounds.”

What it fails to say (for a wheelchair user) is that the yard is gravel and the footpaths are very rough earth. The only wheelchair usable space is outside the front of the cottage. The brochure tells of the “state of the art” underfloor heating. It might me “state of the art” but it doesn’t mention the uneven stone floors, making them a trip hazard, or the fact that when you alter the heat setting, on the thermostat, it takes 24hours to change the temperature. The kitchen area is far from being wheelchair accessible in that the sink, cooker, microwave oven, fridge are all far too high to operate. There are no instructions for operating the wood burning stove, which is recommended to be used to supplement the “state of the art” heating system.

- Andy, May 2023

Thank you for pointing out the inaccuracies on the listing. We have asked for the listing to be amended to make clear to wheelchair users the limits on the property. The instructions about the stove were removed during the pandemic and not yet replaced. We will now! Property Owner
Carole June 2022

“The cottage was lovely surrounded by beautiful gardens in a very pretty area but to say that pubs and shops were within walking distance was completely inaccurate as the nearest shops and pubs were in Cockermouth which were a good 10-15 minutes by car.”

Despite this I would definitely go again

- Carole, June 2022

Thanks for pointing this out. The listing clearly needs amending and I have asked for this to be done. Property Owner
Amanda October 2020

“A wonderful peaceful setting, perfect for exploring with our toddler and close to lots of outdoor activities we could enjoy.”

Prompt and clear communication from the owner and an extremely cosy cottage- would definitely stay in Buttermere cottage again

- Amanda, October 2020
Irene September 2020

“Very comfortable,clean,very open plan.”

Lovely views! The only comment I would make is being disabled take a discreet commode for nightimes

- Irene, September 2020
Angela September 2020

“Fantastic place”

- Angela, September 2020
Dawn September 2020

“We loved it!”

- Dawn, September 2020
Ve December 2019

“The property was very well maintained and extremely organised to maintain Eco living standards - a shining example of what we should all be striving for.”

- Ve, December 2019
Chris November 2019

“We had a great time the cottage was really lovely.”

The shower could do with a refurb but overall great stay would recommend. Thanks

- Chris, November 2019
Tracey July 2019

“This is our second time at Buttermere, and the owner, Marna, was so very helpful to us.”

The accommodation is lovely, and the booking procedure with Sykes, plus follow up, was super efficient. Everything was just was we remembered, and just as lovely as the time before. What makes this place extra special is the wildlife garden, and the walks with our dog, who absolutely loved it. We will definitely return.

- Tracey, July 2019
Paul October 2018

“As regulars visitors to the Lake district, Buttermere was the best self-catering accommodation so far.”

Lovely log burning fire, quality fixtures and fittings, quality cooking utensils and cutlery etc. The space is warm, bright, open and airy and there's plenty of room for 4 guests. The bedrooms were fitted out with good quality bedding and there is lots of storage space. Nice big bathroom with plenty of hot water. Outside there is tables and chairs where you can sit and watch the wildlife. Buttermere is surrounded by quiet countryside just a short drive from the Lake District's main attractions. Just a couple of minor areas for improvement. Although the whole place was spotless, a few cobwebs on the ceilings and please set the heating to come on, the morning or night before arrival (especially if the forecast is below 0). We don't often return to the same place but we will be returning to Buttermere, sometime in the future. Thanks for a lovely 5 night, relaxing break.

- Paul, October 2018
Tracey August 2018

“Buttermere Cottage is superb.”

It was everything we hoped for and more. Such comfortable beds, and a well equipped kitchen. Completely suitable for those less mobile, and those for whom mobility is not a problem. It meant that we could enjoy our little escape with our 91 year old mum completely inclusively, which was a joy. Eco friendly too, and with lots of little extras left by the owner; who was so thoughtful. The grounds are wonderful to walk around, completely safe and secure for our little dog. We had the most lovely time, and are sure to return.

- Tracey, August 2018
Jodie August 2018

“Beautiful eco friendly stay.”

The little touches really do make a huge difference. Home grown veg, bread and chocolate on arrival. Beautiful gardens and wonderful host!

- Jodie, August 2018
Christine May 2018

“Splendid accommodation.”

Everything there in the kitchen one could possibly need. Rather hoped both bedrooms would initially look similar but one was definitely better looking than the other. Car parking excellent and walks through the grounds to the pool early morning was heavenly. Thank you

- Christine, May 2018

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Summary

All on ground floor
2 x double bedrooms
Wet room with basin, WC with handtrail and shower with pull down chair
Outdoor terrace with furniture
Shared use of grass court for general use Open plan kitchen, dining and sitting room; TV, DVD and wood-burning stove
Electric cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer dishwasher and one low level kitchen bench
Environmentally friendly underfloor air source heat pump heating throughout plus wood burning stove
TV with DVD player
Fuel/power included
Shared use of laundry with washing machine and tumble dryer
Bed linen and towels included
Private off-road parking for one car, with further space across the stream
Outside terrace area with furniture
One dog welcome
Fully equipped for the disabled with Mobility grade 1 and 2 awarded and therefore suitable for accompanied wheelchair users (Please note there is not complete provision for wheelchair users on their own). Cots and highchairs available
Nearest shops and restaurants are 3 miles away in Cockermouth

The property

Buttermere is a Quality Eco Friendly 2 bedroom, 2 bathroom ground floor cottage situated in a delightful rural location. The cottage is a perfect base for a peaceful family holiday. Buttermere is fully equipped for the disabled with mobility grade 1 and 2 awarded. Southwaite Green is in an area of peace and tranquility in the Lorton Vale, almost midway between Cockermouth and Lorton, both 3 miles away, Keswick is 9 miles to the east. Within a short drive are the less frequented western lakes Crummock Water, Loweswater, Buttermere and Ennerdale, winner of Britain's Best View. There are ample walking and cycling opportunities from the door and a wealth of shops and restaurants can be found in both Cockermouth and Keswick. The properties sit on Paddle Beck giving a peaceful ambience together with 10-acres of grounds including newly planted woodland, wildlife meadow, pond and arboretum. Consequently, there is an abundance of wildlife including deer, foxes, red squirrels, badgers and the occasional heron that visits the beck, not forgetting the resident barn owl. Southwaite Green is a development of four properties that have been constructed in 2007 by the owner, who lives on site, to an extremely high standard. The cottages have an abundance of local timber used by local craftsmen to retain the traditional character and wherever possible used the original timbers from the barn. They have been painstakingly converted using green design and technologies with ground and air source heat pumps to power the under-floor heating beneath the slate and oak floors. A design feature has been the use of solar panels and the positioning of the windows to generate maximum solar heating to produce the heating and hot water. Great attention to detail has been paid to ensure that these are Eco-friendly properties, including organic bedding and towels, handmade furniture from sustainable sources, and they have even gone to the extent of using Eco-friendly paints. The owners have gone to great trouble to ensure the properties have a low carbon foot-print and to ensure your holiday is an enjoyable experience. The development briefly comprises two, 2-bedroom cottages, Skiddaw and Esthers Barn. Buttermere is a ground floor two-bedroom cottage which is specially adapted for disabled use with mobility one and two rating and Beckside a three-bedroom, three-bathroom house. The properties have been given the much-acclaimed Gold Award from the Green Tourism Scheme. Note: This property can be booked with Refs. 972320, 972321, and 972322, together sleeping up to 18 guests.

Southwaite Green Cottages

Set in ten acres of idyllic grounds brimming with plentiful wildlife and offering stunning views over Paddle Beck, you can find the brilliant quartet of pet-friendly eco properties that make up the Southwaite Green Cottages. Built in 2007, with off-road parking, access to private terraces, shared use of a grass court, and tastefully-designed open-plan living spaces expertly created by local craftsmen using local timber and stone, this fantastic collection of holiday cottages is the perfect choice for friends and families who want to reconnect with nature, whilst Beckside, Lorton, and Keswick all reside within a brief car drive. A large supermarket and friendly pubs can be found in nearby the village of Cockermouth. Just a short trip by car from the cottage will bring you to the Western Lakes, including Buttermere, Loweswater, and Ennerdale, winner of 'Britain's Best View'. The Lake District is the best-loved country park in the British Isles and is a UNESCO World Heritage Site. Spellbinding scenery, spectacular mountains and shimmering lakes combine to make this the most scenic area of Britain. Enjoy some of the best fine dining in the country or walk for miles on well-mapped trails. Bring your mountain bike for some of the best trail action in the country or take a steamer trip across Lake Windermere. There's so much to see and do, you'll want to stay at the Southwaite Green Cottages any time of year just to take it all in.

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About the location

COCKERMOUTH

Bassenthwaite Lake 7 miles; Keswick 13 miles.

The small country market town of Cockermouth is situated in the quiet north-western part of the Lake District, a largely undiscovered and unspoilt area, yet only 13 miles from Keswick. The town is famous as the birthplace of both William Wordsworth and Fletcher Christian (of Mutiny on the Bounty fame) and Wordsworth’s Georgian family home, on the main street, is now a popular visitor attraction, owned by the National Trust. Cockermouth offers a good variety of shops, pubs and places to eat, but (of course) the main attraction of the area is the beautiful scenery and excellent walking in the northern lakes – Bassenthwaite Lake, Ennerdale Water and Derwent Water.

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Reviews & Ratings

“Great cottage, warm, spacious, comfortable beds and close to north western lakes, hills and mountain biking.”

“Fantastic location to explore the Northern Lakes.”

“Lovely cottage.”

“Very quite and peacefull, beds really comfy best nights sleep in ages.”

“The brochure tells of lots of things to see around the grounds.”

“The cottage was lovely surrounded by beautiful gardens in a very pretty area but to say that pubs and shops were within walking distance was completely inaccurate as the nearest shops and pubs were in Cockermouth which were a good 10-15 minutes by car.”

“A wonderful peaceful setting, perfect for exploring with our toddler and close to lots of outdoor activities we could enjoy.”

“Very comfortable,clean,very open plan.”

“Fantastic place”

“We loved it!”

“The property was very well maintained and extremely organised to maintain Eco living standards - a shining example of what we should all be striving for.”

“We had a great time the cottage was really lovely.”

“This is our second time at Buttermere, and the owner, Marna, was so very helpful to us.”

“As regulars visitors to the Lake district, Buttermere was the best self-catering accommodation so far.”

“Buttermere Cottage is superb.”