Riverside View | Cark In Cartmel | Cark | The Lake District And Cumbria

Customer rating

4.9★

7 Guests
3 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Pets Yes
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Features

Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Sky TV
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

160 Customer Review(s)

Andrea
August 2026

“A beautiful house with stunning views over the surrounding area.”

Rail station close by if you don’t fancy driving, unfortunately the local pub The Engine Inn is closed which is a shame as it’s only 2 mins walk from the house

Rail station close by if you don’t fancy driving, unfortunately the local pub The Engine Inn is closed which is a shame as it’s only 2 mins walk from the house

- Andrea, August 2026

sorry about the engone inn sadly the landlord had a heart attack and died a few weeks ago. so they just shut the pub. glad you enjoyed your stay otherwise. i'll take charger to the post office tomorrow. x Property Owner
Laura August 2026

“Another fantastic stay.”

We feel so at home here.

- Laura, August 2026

so glad you enjoyed it Property Owner
Richard July 2026

“Absolutely beautiful house.”

The views out of the window looked too good to be true on the listing - they weren't, the reality was even better. The family bathroom was massive! (Serious envy). The mattress in the main en-suite bedroom was probably the comfiest I've ever slept on. Everything we needed was there. Would stay again - lots to see in surrounding areas, and great walks around the village.

- Richard, July 2026

thanks for your lovely comments and glad you enjoyed your stay x Property Owner
Roger July 2026

“We had an absolutely fantastic week at Riverside View.”

The house has everything you'll need for a home to home experience. Lovely, comfy beds with TV's in every bedroom, some of them smart for your apps. Kitchen is well equipped, although a pizza cutter and tongs would be a good addition. Great sized dinning table in a very spacious room with large sofas and big TV with sky. Second living room on the other side was a winner with the kids for their evening movies. The location is brilliant. No more than a 30 minute drive to lakes, beaches, forests and mountains. So much on your doorstep, a week is literally not enough. Thoroughly recommend a boat trip on Windermere, meal at Coniston Inn and the local fish and chips shop. We never go to the same place twice but I'd consider this property again sometime in the future.

- Roger, July 2026

thank you for your lovely comments and so glad you had a good time. Teresa x Property Owner
Stewart Davidson June 2026

“We thought that there would be a downstairs toilet but unfortunately there wasn't.”

It was in a lovely village which was spotless and the locals were very friendly. The only problem we had was that although there was a lot of taxi companies around we found it very difficult to get one. Other than that the accommodation was really nice, plenty of space and one of the most comfortable beds I've ever slept in. I had to contact the owner once Agnes he got back to me within half an hour. Would definitely visit again. Thank you.

- Stewart Davidson, June 2026

glad you had a nice time. even without a downstairs loo. Teresa x Property Owner
Polly June 2026

“Lovely house, great location had everything we needed for our stay.”

Bit disappointed in the outside seating area yard.

- Polly, June 2026

glad you had a good time even with the small yard. Property Owner
Rebecca May 2026

“Perfect spot for exploring the South Lakes!”

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ This is about our 9th time visiting Riverside View, and it honestly feels like ‘returning home’ now! The facilities and location are perfect to meet our needs. We have always brought the dog with us and he’s so settled. We have brought family and friends over the years and EVERYONE loves it! The house is always clean and well maintained and any issues (including our friends once leaving some clothing several years ago!) have always been dealt with swiftly and the owners are really helpful! It’s a great base we love the local area and have stayed in several other holiday cottage’s over the years but we found Riverside View and have never looked back - only going elsewhere when our planned week had been booked - we now ensure to book in plenty of time! This year our children and grandchildren stayed nearby and were able to come and visit us which made the holiday even better and the facilities within the property were perfect! Our challenge is to find something ‘new’ that we haven’t done before, and honestly, we never fail! We look forward to going back next year! Thank you!

- Rebecca, May 2026

thank you for your lovely comments and THANK YOU for re booking. so glad you have a good time. Teresa x Property Owner
Laura February 2026

“Great communication with the owners”

- Laura, February 2026
Margaret December 2025

“Great place to stay, well equipped and very comfortable home.”

Really enjoyed our stay.

- Margaret, December 2025

thank you for your comments and glad you enjoyed your stay Property Owner
David November 2025

“Lovely comfortable and well equipped cottage.”

Great location for exploring the southern Lake District and surrounding area. Also perfect to catch the train into Lancaster or along the coast . Also we'll equipped for a rainy day indoors , reading, games and jigsaws etc... A family holiday for all ages.

- David, November 2025

thank you for your feedback and glad you enjoyed your stay Property Owner
Jeffrey October 2025

“House was nice in a very quiet location.”

Unfortunately for us as we booked a midweek break in October there was nowhere local to eat at night other than a fish and chip shop in the next village. The local pub was very quiet. We took 2 dogs so the lack of a garden was a problem.

- Jeffrey, October 2025
Debra October 2025

“Fantastic holiday home, very comfortable, well equipped and wonderful views.”

This is a perfect location to get to the lakes and lovely surrounding villages. Two minute walk to the train station so perfect if you want to leave the car at home. Would definitely recommend!

- Debra, October 2025

thank you for your lovely review and so glad you enjoyed your break X Property Owner
Katrina September 2025

“Spotless comfortable house.”

Extremely well equipped and maintained. Only downside was the parking arrangements.

- Katrina, September 2025

hi glad you had a good break even though the parking note wasn't nice. we did go round all the neighbours but they all denied writing it. its the only incident in over ten years. Teresa x Property Owner
Stephen August 2025

“Very nice house.”

Great location for walks. Had almost everything we needed outside space could do with small improvements. Loved the location, balcony at the rear would be ideal, but costly! Great time kids enjoyed it dog friendly. Thanks

- Stephen, August 2025

thanks for your feedback and glad you enjoyed your stay x Property Owner
Linda April 2025

“Great location, house was clean and well equipped.”

Super convenient for the train station to explore further afield without driving. Very close to 2 pubs and the local shop which was really well stocked

- Linda, April 2025
Paul March 2025

“Thoroughly enjoyed the stay”

- Paul, March 2025
Sarah Margaret December 2024

“Lovely cottage well equipped and maintained to a high standard.”

Good quality furniture and furnishings. Comfortable beds and sofas . Very clean in all areas. The local convenience shop is 200yards away, they sell a good range of things you might have forgotten or run out of as well a newspapers . Great area to explore either by foot ,car or train ( the station is 200yards away) . Plenty of places to eat out in Cartmel , Flookburgh or the pub in Cark . Although cottage is close to the road, it isn’t a busy road with little or no traffic at night . Lovely stay , thank you

- Sarah Margaret, December 2024

thank you for that lovely review and I'm so glad you had a good time Teresa x Property Owner
Pamela November 2024

“Our second visit, perfect property for a long weekend with friends, accommodates 6 or 7 people and fur baby!”

we love the walk into Cartmel village or catch a train just a short walk away from the property.

- Pamela, November 2024

thank you glad you enjoyed your second stay as much as your first x Property Owner
Chris November 2024

“Great stay at Riverside View, cottage very comfortable facilities in cottage are first rate .”

Area great for getting about . Would highly recommend and price very reasonable.

- Chris, November 2024

thank you so glad you had a nice break x Property Owner
Yvonne October 2024

“We had a lovely family get together at riverside view.”

Plenty of space for the 7 of us and 2 dogs. the accommodation had everything we needed. Good walks nearby. Walked to the pheasant inn at allithwaite for a very nice meal out and also walked to Cartmel. Will definitely return.

- Yvonne, October 2024

thank you. we're glad you enjoyed your stay...... even with the radiator issue which is hopefully now sorted x Property Owner
Jeffrey October 2024

“Great location away from the madding crowd.”

Well equipped and comfortable accommodation. Station 100 yards away. Local supermarket and pub serving food 100 yards in opposite direction.

- Jeffrey, October 2024

thank you. very glad you enjoyed your stay Property Owner
Jane September 2024

“Riverside view has everything you need!”

! Fabulous location, spacious, clean and comfortable!

- Jane, September 2024

thank you so glad you enjoyed your stay x Property Owner
Arthur August 2024

“Beautiful cottage with stunning views all that wee wanted on holiday”

- Arthur, August 2024

thank you glad you enjoyed your stay Property Owner
Alison August 2024

“Spacious, comfortable and very clean property.”

Utility an asset for wet boots and waterproofs.

- Alison, August 2024

thank you glad you enjoyed your stay x Property Owner
Jayne June 2024

“Beautiful cottage with plenty of space for 7 of us .”

Everything you could think of to make a weeks stay perfect. The countryside around this area is peaceful and perfect for dog walks but near enough to other towns and shops .

- Jayne, June 2024

Thank you. glad you enjoyed your stay. x Property Owner
Jacqueline May 2024

“The pictures don't do the cottage justice.”

Lovely, clean, more than enough room for the 5 of us and the dog. The stream running along the back was lovely and views from the back windows were outstanding. Plenty amenities nearby and in a lovely village, we will definitely return.

- Jacqueline, May 2024

thank you glad you enjoyed your stay Property Owner
Jayne April 2024

“Really beautiful property.”

Would definitely return, spoke to owner who allowed us to check in a bit earlier. Great location, would definitely recommend and will definitely rebook!

- Jayne, April 2024
Mark April 2024

“Really lovely house, absolutely perfect accommodation with plenty of space.”

Good location with local shops, pubs and train station within easy walking distance, as well as some nice walks.

- Mark, April 2024

thank you glad you enjoyed your stay x Property Owner
Victoria March 2024

“Lovely, well equipped property in an excellent location”

- Victoria, March 2024

thank you Property Owner
Roy March 2024

“Simply loved it”

- Roy, March 2024
Gillian December 2023

“We spent Christmas at Riverside Cottage and it was better than we ever imagined.”

It was warm and cosy and we walked in after an 8 hour drive to find it decorated for Christmas with a tree, mince pies, wine and milk in the fridge. It was much bigger than we thought and very well equipped, ideal for 6 of us with plenty of space for entertaining our family who live locally. The photos don't do it justice, we loved the comfort and many touches to make it homely. The utility room was a godsend with muddy dogs and walking boots and the extra snug a bonus. We walked up to Flookborough square for carols with a brass band on Christmas morning, came back to Riverside Cottage for lunch and it was just about perfect. Highly recommended, I would definitely go back.

- Gillian, December 2023

Thank you. glad you enjoyed your stay x Property Owner
Audrey November 2023

“Riverside View was equipped with everything we could have needed and more.”

It was so relaxing looking out across the fields, from the kitchen window, with the river running below and the birds occasionally hopping onto the window sill. Sunday lunch at The Pheasant in Flookburgh was wonderful. Every room has so much space and despite the weather being bad all week we still had a lovely stay in a very comfortable holiday home.

- Audrey, November 2023
James November 2023

“Clean, spacious property.”

Lovely views to farmland and fells at rear. Handy for village amenities.

- James, November 2023
Steven October 2023

“Absolutely lovely property, everything we needed and more for a great holiday.”

The house has so much space, the photos do not do it justice. Cark is a great location for exploring the south lakes and we will definitely be back.

- Steven, October 2023
Shelby September 2023

“Amazing beautiful house ,very spacious and in a perfect spot .”

The house had everything you might need and was very well kept and clean.

- Shelby, September 2023
Lynn September 2023

“Very spacious and flexible property to accommodate our girls weekend away - small lounge with sofa bed provided 4th bedroom.”

Large, comfy lounge/dining area and well-equipped kitchen. Would be great for a long stay with loads of space/facilities to cope with wet gear, bikes, washing etc!! Warm, sunny weekend so none of this needed

- Lynn, September 2023
Russell July 2023

“Riverside view was a great place to stay, great location and really well presented cottage.”

The addition of a downstairs toilet would make this a 5 star property.

- Russell, July 2023
Marie June 2023

“Lovely stay with everything and more.”

Would definitely stay again and have no hesitation in recommending.

- Marie, June 2023
Malcolm June 2023

“Everything about the accommodation was first class throughout.”

Except for one small thing, the kitchen being the hottest room in the house while cooking has a broken window and won’t stay up. If it could be fixed or replaced with a window that would open the place would again be fantastic. Full marks to the proprietors of the cottage. Pub was limited hours and sold non pub grub making it over priced. So no near by restaurants without driving. Thank you all.

- Malcolm, June 2023
Fiona June 2023

“Lovely property in a great location for visiting everywhere.”

Could do with a downstairs toilet and some of the air vents in bathrooms were dusty.

- Fiona, June 2023
Helen May 2023

“Fabulous cottage.”

Very well equipped, comfortable and in a great location. The only outside space is only a small yard and it is a little noisy as it is right by the main road but would definitely visit again.

- Helen, May 2023
Jill May 2023

“Lovely cottage, really welcoming, comfortable, well equipped with beautiful views from the rear of the house and good walks from the door to the shore.”

Listing should say that it's on road parking.

- Jill, May 2023
Lynn May 2023

“We thought the courtyard could do with softening up a bit”

- Lynn, May 2023
Margaret April 2023

“We had a wonderful family break in Riverside View in April.”

The cottage is beautiful, cosy and spotlessly clean. It is in a lovely location with the river running alongside. The kitchen is equipped with everything you could possibly need! Beds very comfortable. Pubs and a convenience store in walking distance. We would highly recommend this cottage.

- Margaret, April 2023
Janis March 2023

“Lovely cottage, spacious and really well equipped.”

Lovely large lounge/diner. Clear instructions left. It was lovely and warm with loads of hot water. Fantastic views over the fields. Might be an idea to replace the mattress on the double bed but the singles were great. Very friendly local shop. All in all, a fab stay, despite the wet weather!

- Janis, March 2023
Carol March 2023

“We had a great stay in the cottage.”

Everything you need and the owners on hand if any problems (our kettle broke and we had a replacement within 15 mins!). Great location to visit all popular attractions such as Grange, Windamere, Ambleside, Ulverston etc. The engine Pub wasn’t serving food when we were there which was disappointing so check before you book if this is important to you. We found other pubs such as the Pheasant Inn near Flookbough and Cavendish Arms in Cartmel which were lovey and welcomed our dog too. Really enjoyed our stay and would definitely book again.

- Carol, March 2023
Hannah February 2023

“The house was lovely, warm and clean.”

We had plenty of space, everything was well maintained and we felt/wished we could have stayed for much longer. The maps that were left were great for walks with the dogs and we were provided with any information we might need. We're already planning our next break!

- Hannah, February 2023
Thomas February 2023

“Perfect place to stay.”

Loads of space and very clean. I appreciated the instructional sheets with local amenities and wifi. The big table was ideal for our board game tournament.

- Thomas, February 2023
Susan December 2022

“This was a beautiful house well maintained lovely and warm, hot water all day with plenty of comfortable seating and a well stocked kitchen.”

We were short of nothing and could not fault our stay.

- Susan, December 2022
Nigel December 2022

“Riverside View was clean, comfortable, warm and very well equipped throughout, with all rooms of very good size.”

The living areas had been very nicely decorated for the Christmas season, and the mince pies and Christmas cake went down very well! The location was perfect, with a very short walk to a well stocked local shop and to a pleasant pub. Parking was also straightforward. I would not hesitate to stay at this property again.

- Nigel, December 2022
Emily December 2022

“The house was fabulous - clean, warm & comfortable with dishwasher, washing machine & tumble dryer.”

The house is in a lovely quiet village with a shop - we really enjoyed our stay & the owners were very accomodating. Thank you!

- Emily, December 2022
Ann November 2022

“Enjoyed our stay.”

Lovely well equipped with spacious rooms Very cosy and warm, and bottle of milk in fridge, biscuits etc. on arrival. Everything you need, on hand Thanks for a pleasant stay. A credit to you *****

- Ann, November 2022
Bernard November 2022

“Ideal location to explore the lower Lakes.”

Cottage is perfect for a group of 6- facilities excellent and very clean and well maintained. We brought two dogs- cottage ideal.

- Bernard, November 2022
John November 2022

“We really enjoyed our stay in this warm, comfortable house.”

What a beautiful area!

- John, November 2022
Peter October 2022

“This really is a perfect base for a holiday.”

The cottage is very clean and really cozy, plenty of lovely walks a very well stocked little shop. I think the measure is if we would stay again and it’s a definite yes.

- Peter, October 2022
Barry August 2022

“The only problem I had was there wasn’t a good bus service only one a day I was told and there’s nothing going on in the village, you have to use your car or get a train which we did on a couple of occasions, the house was fine the only problem we had was the amount of fly’s coming in but it’s to be expected with the stream at the back of the house lovely views from the back window.”

- Barry, August 2022
Robert June 2022

“Beautiful place to stay, very clean .”

Good location for exploring the Lakes, lovely little village with 2 pubs and local shop, all in walking distance [2 mins] Very quiet location. Would book again, for us perfect.

- Robert, June 2022
Christine April 2022

“We enjoyed our weekend at this cottage .”

Owner was very friendly & obliging when we contacted him . Beautiful view from the back windows lovely to sit at the kitchen table & have breakfast overlooking the stream Well appointed & the family liked the two sitting rooms & settees etc were comfortable The utility room & flooring throughout the ground floor was great for the dogs Village was pretty ,nice pub 2 minutes walk & handy mini market ..great walks to the shore & cartmel & near to the south lakes Only gave 4 *as the double bed & bedding were not comfortable & the en-suite was tiny but otherwise the family (& dogs!)had a great stay

- Christine, April 2022
Tammy April 2022

“We had a lovely stay at Riverside View for our first visit to the Lake District.”

The cottage is lovely and a lot bigger than what it looks on the photographs with a lovely river to the back of the property with ducks which the kids enjoyed feeding in the morning. The property was very clean throughout and has laminate flooring which was ideal for our two small dogs who came with us. Would highly recommend.

- Tammy, April 2022
G March 2022

“Lovely large house in a fantastic location.”

We were able to park the cars down the station approach (unclear where the allocated parking spot was). Short walk to the shop, the two pubs & the train station. The house has everything you need for a great holiday - comfy beds & settees, well equipped kitchen with a coffee maker, DVDs etc A lovely ‘starter pack’ of milk, biscuits, tea & coffee. Fantastic countryside views from the house. Just be aware that the only outside area attached to the property is an enclosed yard to the front of the house, but as you’re in The Lakes, plenty of lovely green open places to explore. We would not hesitate to rebook.

- G, March 2022
Lisa March 2022

“This Beautiful home is perfect, 7 friends on a 3 night stay, Engine pub just across the Rd with lovely staff and fabulous singer on on sat night.”

Train station just 2 minute walk and one stop away to the lovely Ulverston. The cottage had everything we needed, location, clean and very comfortable, lots f space, beds are really comfortable.. We loved it so much we have booked for next year. Stunning.

- Lisa, March 2022
Wendy February 2022

“Wonderful little cottage, very clean and comfy.”

Great location. Great welcome pack and other little touches like fresh milk and tea and coffee. Would definitely come back again in the future.

- Wendy, February 2022
Gill January 2022

“A lovely holiday home.”

It was very warm and comfortable. Riverside View is more spacious than I imagined fron the photos. Recommended

- Gill, January 2022
Gregory January 2022

“Does what it says on the tin, EXCELLENT.”

Lots of thought gone into from owners. Just short of down stairs closet to make perfect.

- Gregory, January 2022
John December 2021

“A most enjoyable stay (again) at this lovely property.”

Christmas tree and decorations were up and a welcome surprise of wine, cakes and mince pies. The cottage was lovely and clean. Only slight issue was again the lack of a bathroom blind as there was little privacy especially when dark.

- John, December 2021
Mechelle November 2021

“Great cottage.”

Warm and cozy. great views from the back windows. Had everything we needed. Had a lovely weekend stay Thank you

- Mechelle, November 2021
Marcus October 2021

“The property met all our expectations It was very well equipped, comfortable, and spacious”

- Marcus, October 2021
Nicola September 2021

“Lovely house in an idyllic location.”

Plenty of space and so nice to have a view of sheep in the fields and see the ducks on the river just under the back window. Our toddler loved it! Really comfortable and spacious.

- Nicola, September 2021
Denise September 2021

“Lovely cottage, much bigger than I expected and very comfortable.”

In very good condition and well cleaned for our arrival. Cark is a great location for exploring - it's a lovely walk into Cartmel (although got taxi back after dark!) and perfect location for train station - we used the train for visits to Arndale & Grange over Sands, all very easy. All in all a lovely stay, we had a great week in this cottage & would recommend.

- Denise, September 2021
David September 2021

“The only outside area was,in fact, a back yard, not what I would describe as a patio We had to park about 50 yards away from the house.”

- David, September 2021
Trevor July 2021

“Our party comprised 3 adults, 4 children and a dog, and we enjoyed a very comfortable stay.”

The accommodation is very well equipped and also well situated as a base to explore the Lakes.

- Trevor, July 2021
Ashleigh July 2021

“We’ve just had a great week at Riverside View.”

The house is beautiful. Very comfortable, a lot bigger than the photos look, very clean & a great base to explore the area.

- Ashleigh, July 2021
Lorna July 2021

“The house was clean, comfy and very well equipped.”

Plenty of room for 5 adults and a dog. The views were gorgeous but it would’ve been nice to have been able to access the river from the house, not just look out of the windows at it. This though is not a complaint, just a personal preference. Overall we had a very enjoyable holiday at Riverside View, highly recommended

- Lorna, July 2021
Margaret July 2021

“Lovely house, spacious and spotless, amazing views from all back windows.”

Ideal for our dogs as huge utility room and adjacent yard for sitting out, Excellent WiFi and a parking space, nothing more we require for a brilliant week. Lots of great places to eat in the area, particularly the Pheasant at Allithwaite and the courtyard at Holker Hall. We had a lovely quiet week.

- Margaret, July 2021
Stephanie June 2021

“Spacious cottage, everything you need, great place to stay.”

Took cleaning products etc, but it was all supplied

- Stephanie, June 2021
Ian May 2021

“Lovely cottage, liked sitting at the kitchen table overlooking the fields and river.”

Comfortable lounge and well set up for dogs with hard floors through most of property. Excellent shower. Well appointed kitchen. One bedroom has a tiny en-suit which saved fighting for the bathroom. Good utility room for drying and feeding dogs. Small fully enclosed yard but no greenery except for small front garden. No off street parking, but plenty of parking nearby as road is busy. Close to pub and Fat Flower bakery in Flookburgh.

- Ian, May 2021
Sergey April 2021

“Great cottage, lots of space and a very well equipped kitchen.”

DeLonghi coffee maker is a real bliss! Very fast WiFi, which rarely happens. No problem working or watching a movie. The pub a hundred yards away (The Engine Inn) serves very good food. The village is nice, not postcard-pretty but quite cosy and a good base for exploring the region.

- Sergey, April 2021
Ann September 2020

“The house was very well equipped and spotlessly clean.”

We would definitely book to go there again.

- Ann, September 2020
Lesley July 2020

“This is a large and comfortable home from home in a quieter part of Cumbria.”

- Lesley, July 2020
Jane July 2020

“Absolutely fabulous house, perfect for a large group or family.”

The snug room is lovely for a little bit of peace and quiet. Large bedrooms, very comfy beds. Utility room ideal for the dog. Stream at the back with a few ducks on it. Nearby train station, pub and shop. Chip shop/Chinese in Flookburgh just a 10 min walk. Had a great time, and would recommend.

- Jane, July 2020
Rodney February 2020

“We had a brilliant time in a lovely cottage in a very nice place in the countryside”

- Rodney, February 2020
Irene November 2019

“Lovely house everything and more than you need.”

Gorgeous views. Would def book again loved it .

- Irene, November 2019
Sheila October 2019

“Just lovely.”

Ideally situated,everything we could have hoped for.Even the weather was brill.

- Sheila, October 2019
Pam October 2019

“A beautiful cottage situated in an excellent location, close to railway station, two very good pubs 5 mins walk and local shop.”

The cottage is perfect with everything supplied, very spacious and immaculately clean when we arrived. We have a lovely week here and will definitely return in the future, it was one of the nicest cottages we have stayed in.

- Pam, October 2019
Frances July 2019

“We had a spacious, well equipped and comfortable cottage in a village with a shop, station and two nice pubs.”

The pretty village of Cartmel and Holker Hall were in walking distance and the lakes were within an easy drive. We also had amazing weather. What's not to like!

- Frances, July 2019
Rob July 2019

“It was great loved every part of it will book another place for next year maybe keswick”

- Rob, July 2019
Alan May 2019

“My wife and I went with our son, his wife and eight months old baby, oh and two dogs.”

The house was huge and with having two reception rooms we could do our own thing and not be tied to one room. With having an en suite bathroom in one of the bedrooms also gave us the opportunity to be together but not tied to one room. The facilities are fantastic, tv’s in each room, well equipped kitchen and utility room and a lovely view of the river to watch the ducks and ducklings swim by. Not many places give the chance of taking two dogs, so it was perfect for us. Highly recommended.

- Alan, May 2019
Robert April 2019

“Excellent facilities in the cottage.”

All set up and ready for use as soon as we arrived.

- Robert, April 2019
Gillian April 2019

“We chose this cottage because other family members had stayed there and raved about it.”

How right they were! It is beautifully decorates and equipped with everything you could want a real home from home. Calk is a lovely little village and we found great walks on the door step along with the shop and 2 pubs ! Cartmel, Grange over Sands and Sizergh Castle well worth a visit. Would we recommend it yes. Will we come again definitely.

- Gillian, April 2019
Rebecca March 2019

“Absolutely fantastic holiday!”

The photos of the cottage didn’t even do it justice! We had such a lovely time, only regret is we didn’t stay longer. The cottage has a fresh, modern interior and is situated in a gorgeous, friendly little village. Thanks for providing the perfect little getaway for a group of 21 year olds!

- Rebecca, March 2019
Cathy February 2019

“A beautiful clean spacious cottage in a great little village, with a lovely walk and two dog friendly pubs - perfect for a weekend away.”

- Cathy, February 2019
Stephen December 2018

“Everything was beyond expectations, super property which was tastefully decorated for Christmas.”

Very comfortable with great amenities and lovely decor. Great location with the bonus of a very friendly pub in the village. All the family agreed the holiday was special and will be remembered forever. Thank you Sykes Cottages.

- Stephen, December 2018
Stephen November 2018

“No issues with cottage whatsoever, a great base for the lakes.”

- Stephen, November 2018
Linda October 2018

“We had a lovely stay.”

The Cottage had everything you need and in a lovely area. We went out every day visiting all around and even as far as Cumbria. A very enjoyable stay. We've used Sykes for many holidays and can't fault them. Thank you

- Linda, October 2018
David October 2018

“The house was fantastic, ultra clean and tidy, facilities were second to none, didn't want to leave will certainly return.”

can't praise the place enough.

- David, October 2018
Norma September 2018

“It was a perfect family holiday.”

Celebrating my 60th birthday. The stream at the back of the property was home to wildlife, ducks and a kingfisher. The cottage was close to Grange over sands, windermere and the walking with wolves experience. Just the most perfect holiday Norma Cathrae

- Norma, September 2018
Barbara September 2018

“No but every thing very enjoyable great place to stay”

- Barbara, September 2018
Julian August 2018

“The house is perfect for six persons.”

Traditional house with modern functional furniture, a very complete kitchen. Literally hundreds of maps, brochures and books in the house to help you prepare your excursions. Perfectly located for visiting the peninsulas and the Lake District. The owners are most helpful and live nearby.

- Julian, August 2018
Michelle July 2018

“Great location in a beautiful village.”

House had everything we needed plus more.

- Michelle, July 2018
Lisa July 2018

“Stunning house with everything you could ask for.”

Like a tardis inside - much bigger than it looks even in the photos. Lovely location with a shop, baker's and pubs being a stone's throw away. Owners very responsive and helpful. Will definitely recommend and hopefully return one day.

- Lisa, July 2018
John July 2018

“The cottage was probably as outlined so my views are pragmatic.”

The lack of parking within the site,with 2 cars and no downstairs loo ,and a semi hip bath in the bathroom were the downsides.The property was clean,good kitchen/bedrooms and 2 sitting rooms. The area allows you to include the lakes and the coastal areas to the south and west.

- John, July 2018
Louise June 2018

“Really lovely cottage but lets get the niggles out of the way 1st.”

.. I would not say it had an enclosed garden. It had a yard and a narrow walled area in front of the property with no grass. Also think it could be made even more family friendly with a baby gate option and plastic crockery for young children. Now for the good stuff... clean, comfortable beautifil views, lots of helpful local info in the property too and a great base for adventuring the lakes. Also well situated - 2 local parks, pub, a bakery and shop. We had a great time. Thank you. X

- Louise, June 2018
Tracey November 2017

“Excellent accomodation fantastic location on edge of village, very friendly ...”

Excellent accomodation fantastic location on edge of village, very friendly owners very well equipt kitchen, comfy beds and will be booking again for next year

- Tracey, November 2017
Chris June 2017

“There was no off-road parking as advertised, and my car got vandalised by drunk people passing by to reach the train station.”

- Chris, June 2017
Jacqueline March 2017

“Lovely place looking to re-book for same time next year.”

- Jacqueline, March 2017
Barbara September 2016

“Great location and easy to find every thing first class”

- Barbara, September 2016
Angela August 2016

“Lovely holiday in a pretty little village.”

Lovely cottage but some furnishing ie seating and carpet in main lounge could do with updating. Kitchen was very well equipped and we enjoyed cooking there.

- Angela, August 2016
Jayne July 2016

“Fantastic cottage.”

Really clean and had everything we needed. Lovely location for walks. Our dog had a wonderful time exploring. Handy local shop for the every day essentials and a friendly local pub. Would definitely recommend.

- Jayne, July 2016
Julie June 2016

“We had an excellent stay, the cottage was well equipped with everything there.”

Good location for all surrounding areas & cartmell races. Good if you are staying with dogs as there is a big utility room for them to sleep.

- Julie, June 2016
Randy April 2016

“The property is very spacious and has been recently renovated, we are very impressed with very aspect of the house.”

The location is good too with a bakery and small grocery shop just a minute from the house, we will definitely come back and stay in this house again.

- Randy, April 2016
Lynsey August 2015

“The house was really great and suited our family well, the reviews we have seen saying the owners think of everything is totally right!”

We liked the river running outside the window and the lovely view.

- Lynsey, August 2015
Sarah July 2015

“We had and amazing stay here at the cottage.”

It was so clean and well equipped. The views were absolutely stunning and it is very well placed to visit all of the Lakes. Thank you for such a wonderful stay.

- Sarah, July 2015
Rebecca April 2015

“This was fantastic holiday, enjoyed equally by the whole family!”

A truly beautiful setting and lovely accommodation. Perfect for the dog too and a great base to explore the lakes! Can't wait to go again!

- Rebecca, April 2015
Ian February 2015

“High standard of accommodation and facilities, we were very very impressed when we walked in.”

- Ian, February 2015
Kay December 2014

“The cottage was perfectly situated and had amazing views!”

It was great for a family with plenty of room to hang out or gather together. Local pub and shops were great. The cottage itself was welcoming and light, well laid out and comfortable. All my family loved it and would definitely book again.

- Kay, December 2014
Katie November 2014

“Fantastic cottage, we will definitely book again.”

- Katie, November 2014
Briasn June 2014

“This was our second stay in a year in beautiful Cark.”

Surrounded by stunning countryside, lovely walks, a train station and peace and quiet we feel that this is a perfect base for us. Riverside View is a really nice, clean, comfortable and large house with a to die for bathroom. We loved its location especially being able to feed the ducks from the hall window and ease of parking. We particularly liked the enclosed garden with bolted gate which made it safe for our dogs to be outside without us having to keep an eye on them. We will definitely be returning to this fantastic property for our next holiday.

- Briasn, June 2014
John June 2014

“Walks available nearby with good local amenities.”

The yard was a sun-trap in the afternoon!

- John, June 2014
Joanne June 2014

“Loved the cottage and area, would recommend cottage for families and a great place to stay.”

- Joanne, June 2014
Michael May 2014

“Superb cottage in a prime location, could not ask for more.”

- Michael, May 2014
Anthony May 2014

“From the moment we arrived we could not have asked for anything better than the Riverside View, even if it means letting the secret out about this place being the best we have stayed in.”

Thank you we will be back soon!

- Anthony, May 2014
Rosemary April 2014

“The cottage was excellent, the kitchen and bathroom were so nice.”

The location was great for getting around and we went to lots of places the pubs in the village were lovely and dog friendly, food great. A great holiday.

- Rosemary, April 2014
David April 2014

“A spacious property that is perfect as a base to explore the area.”

The standard of furnishing is very high and I would highly recommend for a family holiday.

- David, April 2014
April April 2014

“This is a spacious well kept cottage with a fantastic view from the rear windows.”

The river is an added feature with friendly ducks.

- April, April 2014
Malcolm February 2014

“Excellent property, excellent location.”

Overall a wonderful holiday break.

- Malcolm, February 2014
Catherine October 2013

“Lovely little village, nice walks and lovely local pubs.”

- Catherine, October 2013
Andrew August 2013

“A marvellous cottage with nice big rooms, and plenty of amenities.”

The local area is beautiful, and we would recommend the local pub/restaurant the Engine.

- Andrew, August 2013
Jacqueline June 2013

“The property was excellent and in a great location - the small village was lovely and really handy for visiting other great locations.”

- Jacqueline, June 2013
Phil May 2013

“A great location from which to explore the Lake District and coast line.”

The cottage is spacious and well equipped

- Phil, May 2013
David May 2013

“It was a very spacious property in a wonderful location, with plenty of dog walks nearby.”

- David, May 2013
Mark March 2013

“Beautiful, well equipped house in a great location.”

- Mark, March 2013
Freda February 2013

“That the cottage was pet friendly.”

Nice walks in the area both for my granddaughter and the dog. Shop close by and also the The Engine Inn which was child and pet friendly.

- Freda, February 2013
Carol October 2012

“Everything, the cottage, the beautiful Lakeland scenery and the good eating establishments.”

- Carol, October 2012
David October 2012

“Excellent standard of spacious accommodation, with outstanding views and the rippling sound of the river.”

Convenient situation of the property for visiting the many attractions in the lake district and surrounding area.

- David, October 2012
Margaret September 2012

“We loved the house and views from the window were superb.”

The village was very pretty but practical and friendly. The owners had put in some nice personal touches.

- Margaret, September 2012
Barbara September 2012

“The property, the location, the local pub.”

Very handy to get to other villages.

- Barbara, September 2012
Christopher August 2012

“Excellent location.”

Easy to get to many attractions. Well equipped, very comfortable and spacious cottage and the dog could come too!

- Christopher, August 2012
Donna July 2012

“What a lovely house, great location and we would definitely recommend.”

- Donna, July 2012
Aimee June 2012

“The cottage was much larger than we expected and it had plenty of space for the 7 of us.”

Bathroom was also very spacious and the kitchen was well laid out and stocked with everything we needed. Great location too and the pub down the road served very good food. Would love to come back.

- Aimee, June 2012
Dorothy June 2012

“We liked everything.”

The cottage was a home from home, and 'what to do' brochures covered everything. A much needed break. Thanks to the owner - it was a credit to you. Fantastic views from the kitchen and bedroom windows.

- Dorothy, June 2012
Susan June 2012

“This was our first visit to the Lake District and we loved it and we had great walks with the dogs.”

The cottage was far beyond our dreams, we didn't want to leave. Will visit again and stay longer.

- Susan, June 2012
Keith June 2012

“Brilliant property.”

- Keith, June 2012
Lennie May 2012

“We enjoyed the cottage and the area, and will definitely return.”

- Lennie, May 2012
Victoria April 2012

“The view from the cottage was lovely, a good central point for touring.”

- Victoria, April 2012
Constance November 2011

“It really was fantastic and just what we wanted.”

We did take some things with us but didn't need anything, everything has been thought about. Thanks it was fantastic. Have already recommended it to family and friends.

- Constance, November 2011
Lesley November 2011

“The house felt like a family home not just a holiday let and had every conceivable luxury.”

The owner was accessible, friendly and helpful but was not intrusive.

- Lesley, November 2011
Jenny September 2011

“A beautiful cottage which is perfectly situated for exploring the Lakes with lots of local walks.”

There is good pub food and a well stocked shop minutes away. The wine and biscuits on arrival were a lovely touch. Amazing views from back of house. We can thoroughly recommend Riverside view, just perfect.

- Jenny, September 2011
Jo August 2011

“A very comfortable property that suited us perfectly, and we liked the views very much.”

- Jo, August 2011
Gary August 2011

“Everything was fantastic about the property.”

Thanks very much.

- Gary, August 2011
David August 2011

“The cottage was absolutely right for us as it had 2 lounges, a utility room and the bedrooms were all a good size.”

The views were fantastic and we could feed the ducks directly out of the window - super!!!

- David, August 2011
James July 2011

“The location, a beautiful village.”

The cottage very welcoming and clean. The local shop was excellent and stocked all manner of useful things. There were lots of interesting places to visit for ages 1 to 90 yrs - we had three generations. All in all a fantastic holiday we will certainly come again. Thank you.

- James, July 2011
Andrea May 2011

“Lovely location for exploring the Lake District, excellent views from cottage across the fells.”

Very relaxing.

- Andrea, May 2011
Catherine April 2011

“Fabulous property, lovely touch supplying a bottle of wine and biscuits on arrival!”

Great information in leaflets and a book of suggested activities in the area very useful. Also lots of cleaning stuff available and games and access to games and 2 tvs to keep kids and us happy on an evening! Lovely area with local shop very good and the chippy at Flookburgh and pubs with friendly locals giving us lots of info and advice. It is a great base from which to tour and visit the South Lakes, Barrow and the zoo at Dalton in Furness.

- Catherine, April 2011
Nicki March 2011

“The cottage was in a great location.”

We loved our time here, it was clean and spacious. It was so picturesque. Top marks.

- Nicki, March 2011
Mr Dawson March 2011

“Excellent location and the local amenities are within walking distance.”

A nice touch to have a bottle of wine and biscuits waiting for us on arrival.

- Mr Dawson, March 2011
Mr Shumel March 2011

“The Riverside View was fantastic and the property itself was amazing.”

All the facilities are in the property, felt like our own home. I've had a great time in the Lake District.

- Mr Shumel, March 2011
LIndsey February 2011

“The cottage was beautiful, I just hope its available next time we book!”

- LIndsey, February 2011
Duncan September 2010

“A very comfortable, well appointed house, well situated (we could take our dogs for pleasant walks close by) and with a delightful view at the back.”

It was close, too, to some very beautiful parts of the Lake District.

- Duncan, September 2010
Michelle August 2010

“What a lovely spacious cottage.”

It was extremely clean and well decorated. Had a great week. The attention to detail made the week we had very special. The owners left lots of information about nearby attractions and walks etc. Plenty to do on a rainy day - great choice of maps, books and DVD's left in the cottage.

- Michelle, August 2010
Karen August 2010

“Lovely location, the house was just as described in the brochure.”

The kitchen had a large utility room off, which was perfect with our 2 dogs.

- Karen, August 2010

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Summary

Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size with TV and en-suite shower, basin and WC, 2 x twin (both with TV)
Bathroom with bath, separate shower, basin and WC
Kitchen with dining area (seats 3)
Utility
Sitting room with dining area and electric fire
Ground floor snug with TV
Gas central heating with electric fire
Electric double oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, 3 x TVs with Freeview, DVD, WiFi, selection of books and games
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Cot, highchair and double sofa bed available
Off road parking for 1 car, additional roadside parking
Enclosed patio with furniture and BBQ
Bike storage in lockable outbuilding
Two well-behaved dogs welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop and pubs 2 mins walk
Please note this property only accepts bookings with a minimum of 3 nights. Please Note: This property now has Sky TV and Fiber broadband.

The property

A magnificent, semi-detached house situated on the fringe of Cark in Cartmel, benefiting from lovely riverside views.

This homely cottage would be an ideal base for a large family seeking a quiet holiday with exploration opportunities towards the Lake District and surrounding areas.

The sitting room offers a comfortable place to reflect upon the days activities or plan another, with a spacious seating arrangement and dining table at one side.

There is a second snug room which offers a quieter spot to watch TV or indulge in a good read.

Completing the ground floor is the utility room and contemporary kitchen which boasts an array of high-end, fitted appliances.

Riverside View hosts three bedrooms including the king-size master which benefits from a TV and en-suite shower room.

The additional twin bedrooms are served by the sumptuous family bathroom and have the added benefit of a flat screen TV.

After a tiring day out, return to the peace and quiet of Riverside View.

Note: This property can be booked with Refs. 1192766 and 1036686, together sleeping up to 14 guests.

Cark In Cartmel Cottages

Cark in Cartmel Cottages are a delightful collection of traditional Cumbrian cottages on the edges of the popular Lake District National Park. This terrific trio offer both character and contemporary features, giving guests an authentic Cumbrian break whilst enjoying the comforts of home. Wander into the village of Cark where you will find a general shop which is handy for picking up any essentials, and a fine, cosy pub The Engine Inn, which serves traditional pub grub. From the property there are several splendid walks through the countryside and along the river bank - a truly picturesque scene packed with wildlife. Why not savour a taste at the famous sticky toffee pudding shop before venturing on a countryside walk to use up those extra calories? There is also a local railway station which runs up the west coast making an interesting and picturesque day out, allowing you to enjoy the coast line to Barrow-In-Furness, or in the opposite direction explore the popular Grange-over-Sands overlooking Morecambe Bay. Two miles away is Cartmel, home to a collection of small shops, pubs and restaurants, and also a famous racecourse which thrives in the summer. Adding to your sightseeing itinerary is the popular Lake District National Park, reached by a short and scenic drive and the home to the bustling towns of Bowness and Ambleside, along with some of the most breathtaking scenery in the country. Bring along your bikes and take a nice long ride up to and around Lake Windermere, and when you're done, return to your inviting cottage to rest and recover. Book Cark in Cartmel Cottages for an unforgettable holiday in a picture-perfect area.

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About the location

CARK IN CARTMEL

Cartmel 2 miles; Bowness on Windermere 16 miles.

Cark in Cartmel is a small Lakeland village just two miles from Cartmel, one of the prettiest villages in the Lake District. Cark is well served by the Furness line railway, and features pretty streamside strolls, lovely walks to the local coastline overlooking Morecambe Bay, two fine traditional old pubs and a scattering of small shops. It is a very short stroll from here to Holker Hall, the stately home of Lord Cavendish, whose house, gardens and deer park are open to the public and also now home to a licensed brasserie The Ilex. Take advantage of excellent walking opportunities amidst beautiful unspoilt countryside or visit The National Hunt Racecourse, the Campbell Legend Bluebird Exhibition and the Lakeland Motor Museum, all close by. Nearby Cartmel offers quaint cobbled streets littered with antique shops, charming gift shops, welcoming traditional pubs serving real ales, and the nationally acclaimed Michelin Star awarded L'Enclume restaurant. The quiet seaside retreat of Grange-over-Sands, with its Edwardian buildings, mountain backdrop, fabulous sea views, promenade and two golf courses is four miles away. Windermere, with its panoramic views over England's longest lake, is within a fifteen minute drive. A superb holiday destination at any time of year.

Please note: This property only accepts a min of 3 night stays

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Reviews & Ratings

“A beautiful house with stunning views over the surrounding area.”

“Another fantastic stay.”

“Absolutely beautiful house.”

“We had an absolutely fantastic week at Riverside View.”

“We thought that there would be a downstairs toilet but unfortunately there wasn't.”

“Lovely house, great location had everything we needed for our stay.”

“Perfect spot for exploring the South Lakes!”

“Great communication with the owners”

“Great place to stay, well equipped and very comfortable home.”

“Lovely comfortable and well equipped cottage.”

“House was nice in a very quiet location.”

“Fantastic holiday home, very comfortable, well equipped and wonderful views.”

“Spotless comfortable house.”

“Very nice house.”

“Great location, house was clean and well equipped.”

“Thoroughly enjoyed the stay”

“Lovely cottage well equipped and maintained to a high standard.”

“Our second visit, perfect property for a long weekend with friends, accommodates 6 or 7 people and fur baby!”

“Great stay at Riverside View, cottage very comfortable facilities in cottage are first rate .”

“We had a lovely family get together at riverside view.”

“Great location away from the madding crowd.”

“Riverside view has everything you need!”

“Beautiful cottage with stunning views all that wee wanted on holiday”

“Spacious, comfortable and very clean property.”

“Beautiful cottage with plenty of space for 7 of us .”

“The pictures don't do the cottage justice.”

“Really beautiful property.”

“Really lovely house, absolutely perfect accommodation with plenty of space.”

“Lovely, well equipped property in an excellent location”

“Simply loved it”

“We spent Christmas at Riverside Cottage and it was better than we ever imagined.”

“Riverside View was equipped with everything we could have needed and more.”

“Clean, spacious property.”

“Absolutely lovely property, everything we needed and more for a great holiday.”

“Amazing beautiful house ,very spacious and in a perfect spot .”

“Very spacious and flexible property to accommodate our girls weekend away - small lounge with sofa bed provided 4th bedroom.”

“Riverside view was a great place to stay, great location and really well presented cottage.”

“Lovely stay with everything and more.”

“Everything about the accommodation was first class throughout.”

“Lovely property in a great location for visiting everywhere.”

“Fabulous cottage.”

“Lovely cottage, really welcoming, comfortable, well equipped with beautiful views from the rear of the house and good walks from the door to the shore.”

“We thought the courtyard could do with softening up a bit”

“We had a wonderful family break in Riverside View in April.”

“Lovely cottage, spacious and really well equipped.”

“We had a great stay in the cottage.”

“The house was lovely, warm and clean.”

“Perfect place to stay.”

“This was a beautiful house well maintained lovely and warm, hot water all day with plenty of comfortable seating and a well stocked kitchen.”

“Riverside View was clean, comfortable, warm and very well equipped throughout, with all rooms of very good size.”

“The house was fabulous - clean, warm & comfortable with dishwasher, washing machine & tumble dryer.”

“Enjoyed our stay.”

“Ideal location to explore the lower Lakes.”

“We really enjoyed our stay in this warm, comfortable house.”

“This really is a perfect base for a holiday.”

“Beautiful place to stay, very clean .”

“We enjoyed our weekend at this cottage .”

“We had a lovely stay at Riverside View for our first visit to the Lake District.”

“Lovely large house in a fantastic location.”

“This Beautiful home is perfect, 7 friends on a 3 night stay, Engine pub just across the Rd with lovely staff and fabulous singer on on sat night.”

“Wonderful little cottage, very clean and comfy.”

“A lovely holiday home.”

“Does what it says on the tin, EXCELLENT.”

“A most enjoyable stay (again) at this lovely property.”

“Great cottage.”

“The property met all our expectations It was very well equipped, comfortable, and spacious”

“Lovely house in an idyllic location.”

“Lovely cottage, much bigger than I expected and very comfortable.”

“The only outside area was,in fact, a back yard, not what I would describe as a patio We had to park about 50 yards away from the house.”

“Our party comprised 3 adults, 4 children and a dog, and we enjoyed a very comfortable stay.”

“We’ve just had a great week at Riverside View.”

“The house was clean, comfy and very well equipped.”

“Lovely house, spacious and spotless, amazing views from all back windows.”

“Spacious cottage, everything you need, great place to stay.”

“Lovely cottage, liked sitting at the kitchen table overlooking the fields and river.”

“Great cottage, lots of space and a very well equipped kitchen.”

“The house was very well equipped and spotlessly clean.”