Tilly Mint Cottage

4.6★

6 Guests
3 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Pets No
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Features

Swimming pool
Off road parking
Ground floor accommodation
Ground floor bedroom
Sauna
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

15 Customer Review(s)

Rebecca
January 2025

“Very nice stay.”

Beautifully clean very well equipped with everything you could want and more. In a lovely quiet complex with good facilities. We went as party of 5 from 3 separate households and didn't feel like we were on top of each other. Bunk beds were the only small issue. Quite uncomfortable mattress and every time the small 5 year old moved on the top bunk it shook and woke up the older one. All rooms could do with better pillows as they are very thin and you needed at least 3 each. Only other thing to ...

Beautifully clean very well equipped with everything you could want and more. In a lovely quiet complex with good facilities. We went as party of 5 from 3 separate households and didn't feel like we were on top of each other. Bunk beds were the only small issue. Quite uncomfortable mattress and every time the small 5 year old moved on the top bunk it shook and woke up the older one. All rooms could do with better pillows as they are very thin and you needed at least 3 each. Only other thing to note with it being a reverse house is that everytime someone walks upstairs it sounds like a herd of elephants in the bedrooms!!

- Rebecca, January 2025
Lionel December 2024

“Swimming pool was not really available if had to be pre booked and was totally full so could not get any use of it”

- Lionel, December 2024
Nicki October 2024

“The accommodation was spacious and kitchen equipment was surplus to our needs.”

Unfortunately the main double bed mattress was damaged and my husband ended up sleeping in another bed to help his painful back after the first night. Also, a very strong lingering food smell was present in the upstairs areas and this ruined our time in the property. Despite good contact from the cleaners, a solution was not possible during our stay. The facilities on the site were as advertised, however we received no arrival information about where to find the property in a huge resort. The provided post code led us into a private farmers yard and we were not aware that swimming had to be prebooked or where to collect equipment to play mini golf etc. The staff on site were pleasant and helpful. Sadly our little family didn’t enjoy the holiday as we’d hoped and felt disappointed including mostly broken and unusable items in the games room. We do not think the property should be listed until the food smells have been removed especially from carpets.

- Nicki, October 2024

We are sorry that you didn't enjoy your stay. Since your holiday we have visited the cottage ourselves; we could not find any damage to the mattress and neither ourselves or our housekeeper were able to detect any lingering food smells. Prior to your holiday you received two emails with detailed instructions to the cottage which if followed negates the need to rely on a sat nav as these aren't always accurate in rural areas. Instructions on accessing communal facilities can be found in the welcome folder but I have asked Lakelovers to add information regarding pre-booking the pool to pre-arrival information, thank you for raising this. Staff on site have assured us that they address any reported damage to the games room. We hope that the location of your next break better suits your needs. Property Owner
Ronen July 2024

“It was fabulous!”

Everything, from the cottage, to the park, to the comfort…we were 3 adults, 2 teenagers, and a kid, and we had such a good time at the cottage and the area. Thank you for everything, for sure we’ll come back and recommend to others!

- Ronen, July 2024

Thank you so much for your positive feedback, it means a lot. We hope you do return and thank you for future recommendations. Property Owner
Joanne June 2024

“Beautiful house, everything you could think of was provided The facilities including pool, restaurant and bar were great and such beautiful grounds.”

Will be recommending to friends and family.

- Joanne, June 2024

Thank you so much for your positive feedback. We are glad you enjoyed yourself. I do hope you return. Property Owner
Robert May 2024

“Very well equipped cottage.”

Great location and really good amenities on site e.g. bar and restaurant , reception , pool , kids play park , kids playroom. All good. Staff were also very good , helpful and knowledgeable.

- Robert, May 2024

Thank you for taking the time to give your feedback. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner
Dave October 2023

“Lovely homely property, warm and cosy with nice touches, all cutlery, pots and pans etc all immaculate, everything you needed is provided.”

Only negative is poor Wi Fi reception and the Whitbarrow restaurant is expensive but very poor quality food, the local pubs however serve very good food.

- Dave, October 2023

Thank you for your positive response. We are glad you enjoyed your stay. Unfortunately the Wi Fi is beyond our control. It is usually sufficient for browsing. We are glad you found some good pub grub. We would recommend the Boot and Shoe in Greystoke, though it is wise to book in advance if you can. Property Owner
Gary September 2023

“Overall, we loved the property and the location, property was a little tired in places but there were obvious improvements such as the new carpet so it looks like the owners are making improvements when they can, the property was very clean and we would definitely stay here again.”

- Gary, September 2023

Thank you for your feedback. We are sorry for the late response. We continue to try to update the property and hopefully you will see further improvements if you stay again. Property Owner
Sheila August 2023

“Well equipped and a perfect family venue.”

Extremely clean and comfortable. The swimming pool and facilities on the site made the week very enjoyable despite the rain. Excellent service and accommodation.

- Sheila, August 2023

Thank you for your positive feedback, we appreciate you taking the time to make the comments and we are glad you had a good time. Property Owner
Sam July 2023

“Great cottage, fantastic complex with so much for the whole family to enjoy.”

The property was the most well stocked accommodation we've ever stayed in, completely home from home. We would definitely go back. The only downside was the upside down element of the cottage as it wasn't as convenient to go outside and use the facilities outside from a bedroom. Saying that, it wouldn't deter us from staying there again.

- Sam, July 2023

Thank you for your positive feedback , we appreciate you taking the time to make the comments and hopefully you will return in the future. Property Owner
Lindsey October 2022

“We loved our stay at Tilly Mint Cottage - it had everything we needed, thanks!”

- Lindsey, October 2022

Thank you for your positive comments. Good to know you were happy with the facilities. Property Owner
Samantha August 2022

“Lovely accommodation, plenty of room for us all and very comfortable!”

Great holiday village…the kids loved the use of the crazy golf and swimming pool! Fab location…perfect for exploring the Lakes.

- Samantha, August 2022

Thank you for your positive feedback. We are glad you enjoyed your stay. John and Eileen Property Owner
Gareth August 2022

“Spent a week at Tillymint cottage during august.”

We are a family of four and the cottage had plenty of room. It was clean and tidy on arrival and well stocked. We liked the fact there was things like drying maiden, hoover and cleaning products available. The site itself was amazing, kept clean and tidy and lovely and quiet. The playground, crazy golf and golf frisbee we’re fab! The pool was well maintained, and our kids loved they could go every day and that towels were available, which was really helpful. Staff were lovely and polite, always said hello and very attentive in the restaurant on site. Food was lovely albeit a tad pricey, however the activities that ran that week were definitely a nice added bonus. The area is beautiful and the closest big supermarket was about a 10/15 min run, so not bad at all. Lots to do in the Lake District, a week just isn’t enough and the odd day we decided to stay on site there was plenty to keep us occupied and the cottage had a really good selection of books and dvds. We did however have two minor points with the cottage; the plywood decking area upstairs did look a bit a dodgy but we know the cottage has not long been taken over, so I’m sure that will be dealt with, and the the key safe…was a bit tricky opening it and just wouldn’t open when it came to returning the key which made us panic and flap. Overall, we would definitely recommend Tillymint cottage to anyone and we will be booking again for next year as we enjoyed it that much

- Gareth, August 2022

Thank you for your positive feedback. We are glad that you enjoyed your stay and had a great holiday. The balcony area is next on our list of things to do and we will look into the key safe, we were not aware of this issue. We would love you to return next year. John and Eileen Property Owner
Mark August 2022

“Tilly Mint was an excellent place to stay, and Whitbarrow Village has superb facilities, with plenty of space and activities for the kids.”

The house had a range of books and DVD's available. Only down point was the balcony floor, which was covered in OSB (Chipboard like material) which resulted in a splinter! Fantastic place to stay, would definitely return to the future. On site restaurant was good quality and reasonably priced. Pool is free and well controlled, all staff really friendly. Kids loved feeding the ducks. Weather in the August'22 heatwave was great too!

- Mark, August 2022

Thank you for your positive feedback. We are sorry about the balcony. As we have not long owned the cottage it is on our list of jobs to do. We will be upgrading the balcony in the very near future. We would love you to return. Property Owner
Debra May 2022

“Lovely property, we enjoyed our stay, we loved all the little extras like toiletries and tea coffee etc and blankets for beds, books and dvd’s etc are all a lovely addition and make it feel much more welcoming, so much more than just a basic holiday home.”

There were just a couple of minor tweeks that could be made to make it perfect. The bedroom windows let in a lot of light so blinds would be good behind the curtains, the oven knobs made it hard to work out the temperature of the oven so we had to guess. We wouldn’t hesitate to book this property again however. Thanks

- Debra, May 2022

Thank you for your feedback. We are glad you enjoyed your stay. We have not long owned the property so it is a work in progress. Your suggestions are really valuable. We will be looking at the curtains and adding blinds in the near future and will change the cooker in due course. Property Owner

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Summary

Reverse-level
Three bedrooms: 1 x ground-floor double with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x ground-floor twin, 1 x ground-floor bunk
Ground-floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail and WC
First-floor open-plan living space with kitchen, Gas oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher
dining area and sitting area
Central heating TV, WiFi, a selection of books
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Highchair and travel cot available
Private car park
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Shop 1.5 miles, pub 0.1 miles
Note: Guests have access to facilities, such as the Eden Cafe Bar, an indoor heated swimming pool, jacuzzi, outdoor children's play area, crazy golf, a games room, a giant chess board, a putting green, laundry room, gym, steam room, sauna and frisbee golf, please note some of these need to be booked at reception in the park
Note: There is a step up in the open-plan living space, please take care
Note: There is drop-off point to the front of the property that is for unloading luggage only
Note: Check-in is from 3pm, check-out by 10am

The property

Penrith 8 miles.

Tilly Mint Cottage, a quaint reverse-level mid-terrace cottage in Whitbarrow Village near Penrith, Cumbria, is the ideal spot for a family holiday.

Tilly Mint Cottage is located in a holiday village and is well-furnished for a peaceful stay; the cottage additionally provides access to a private car park and a variety of leisure facilities.

Head inside the abode after parking up to find a stylishly decorated first-floor open-plan living room.

The kitchen is located at the back of the space and is not only well-designed but also well-equipped with everything you'll need to prepare delicious meals, including a dishwasher.

These delectable meals can be enjoyed at the six-seater dining table while recounting the day's events together.

Finish the day by relaxing in the sitting area, which features plush sofas for stretching out in front of the TV, as well as a variety of books to keep you entertained.

When it's time to retire for the night, head downstairs to one of three excellent bedrooms: one is a double with an en-suite shower room, the other is a twin, and the last is a bunk bed; all the bedrooms feature wooden furnishings and offer plenty of storage for your belongings.

The bathroom is nearby and boasts a bath with an overhead shower, so you can easily unwind after a long day with a relaxing dip in the bubbles. Make the most of your on-site conveniences, which include a bar/café, a laundry room, as well as the fantastic facilities of a children's play area, a gym, a heated swimming pool, and a sauna!

Be sure to head to Penrith, a market town at the foot of the North Pennines with a wide range of amenities as well as some wonderful attractions including Penrith Castle with its gorgeous park and the Thacka Beck Nature Reserve, along with the nearby Rheged Cinema.

Make the most of your access to the Lake District National Park by visiting Keswick, where you can enjoy watersports and boating on Derwentwater, as well as the interesting Puzzling Place attraction and the Keswick Museum.

Discover more of the Lake District National Park during your stay, including the picturesque towns of Ambleside and Windermere, or head farther afield to Carlisle a fantastic outing.

Choose Tilly Mint Cottage for your next adventure in Cumbria.

**Leisure facilities** To help manage demand. Guests must book in advance a booking link will be supplied along with you key collection details prior to arrival.
Sauna, Steam Room, Jacuzzi, Main Pool, Kids Pool

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

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About the location

POOLEY BRIDGE

Penrith 6 miles.

The picturesque village of Pooley Bridge sits on the northerly edge of Lake Ullswater in the Lake District National Park. The name Pooley came to be due to the forming of a large pool, which was left by the fast flowing River Eamont, and the word Bridge was later added when a bridge, which is now 250 years old, was built over the river. Pooley Bridge has many traditional inns and tempting tea rooms, plus the Ullswater Steamers depart from the village, from where a tranquil cruise down the lake to the villages of Glenridding and Howtown can be enjoyed. There are numerous walks with breathtaking views nearby, plus a short walk up to Dunmallard Hill reveals fascinating Iron-Age remains, whilst the towns of Penrith and Keswick are within driving distance. Pooley Bridge is an ideal base for a cottage holiday stay in the stunning Lake District.

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Reviews & Ratings

“Very nice stay.”

“Swimming pool was not really available if had to be pre booked and was totally full so could not get any use of it”

“The accommodation was spacious and kitchen equipment was surplus to our needs.”

“It was fabulous!”

“Beautiful house, everything you could think of was provided The facilities including pool, restaurant and bar were great and such beautiful grounds.”

“Very well equipped cottage.”

“Lovely homely property, warm and cosy with nice touches, all cutlery, pots and pans etc all immaculate, everything you needed is provided.”

“Overall, we loved the property and the location, property was a little tired in places but there were obvious improvements such as the new carpet so it looks like the owners are making improvements when they can, the property was very clean and we would definitely stay here again.”

“Well equipped and a perfect family venue.”

“Great cottage, fantastic complex with so much for the whole family to enjoy.”

“We loved our stay at Tilly Mint Cottage - it had everything we needed, thanks!”

“Lovely accommodation, plenty of room for us all and very comfortable!”

“Spent a week at Tillymint cottage during august.”

“Tilly Mint was an excellent place to stay, and Whitbarrow Village has superb facilities, with plenty of space and activities for the kids.”

“Lovely property, we enjoyed our stay, we loved all the little extras like toiletries and tea coffee etc and blankets for beds, books and dvd’s etc are all a lovely addition and make it feel much more welcoming, so much more than just a basic holiday home.”

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The property

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About the location

POOLEY BRIDGE