“According to our confirmation from Sykes, our accommodation was available between 3.”
00p.m. on day of arrival & 10.00a.m. on day of departure but key collection was not until 4.00p.m. On speaking to the key holders the correct time was 4.00p.m. but they did allow us to go in at 3.30. Minor point but caused some confusion (during the winter 3.00 p.m. would make more sense due to having to unload luggage in the dark). Having to collect the key fron elsewhere, although not a major problem is a little old fashioned especially when the property has a key safe by the door. In fact the key holders did leave the key in there for us after we spoke to them & we returned it to them when we left.
Our one real complaint would be the provision of only ONE key to the property. This is something that we have found on a number of occasions but neither owners nor agents seem to understand why it is a problem.
As a keen photographer & walker I tend to rise before my Wife & go off on my own for a few hours before coming back so we can do things together later in the day. With only one key (& often no way of locking/opening the door from inside) then I either have to lock the door & put the key back through the letter box (if there is one) or I have to leave the door unlocked which,considering I may leave at 4.00a.m. in the summer is not a safe option. If I lock the door and repost it & then have to return early or forget something I have to knock the door (disturbing the dog) & get my Wife out of bed. Also I may return wet & cold to find that she has gone out on her own & then I have to wait outside until she returns.
This is enough of a problem with just two of us but as this property sleeps 5 then it would be very difficult with two couples sharing. I wonder if the owners only have one key to their own home & go everywhere together? When there is a back door it is less of a problem but on this occasion you could only access the garden from the house so it doesn't help. A MINIMUM of TWO keys should be provided at all properties.
This property in particular would also benefit from an outside light to the rear so that the garden could be made better use of. Even in the Lake District the weather is sometimes good enough in the summer to sit outside after dark & it helps if you can see where you are stepping - especially as there are various levels/ trip hazards.
All in all though a nice clean & comfortable cottage ideally located in one of the best villages in the Lake District. We hope to return.
We were sorry this guest had some issues with his holiday but also pleased that they would like to return. In answer to these issues the availability was correct on our description and has now been rectified. The 4pm key handover is necessary, in our case, because our housekeepers have to walk some distance to clean and prepare, and are dedicated to our cottage. The time scale they have ensures that our cottage is as fresh and clean as possible for our guests.
The second key issue is a very valid point, although we have not come across this before. We are making arrangements for a second key to be available, on request, in the future.
The outside garden light was removed because it was faulty a short time ago and is being replaced very soon.
We would like to thank our guests again for their observations and look forward to welcoming them again in the future.
Property Owner
Summary
- Three bedrooms: 2 x double, 1 x single
- Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
- Kitchen/diner
- Sitting room with open fire.
- Electric heating with open fire
- Electric oven and hob, microwave, Under counter fridge with freezer box, Dolce Gusto coffee machine please feel free to bring your own pods,dishwasher, washing machine, TV with Freeview, DVD player, WiFi selection of books, games and DVDs
- Fuel, power and starter pack inc. in rent
- Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
- Off-road parking for 1 car
- Garden at rear with barbecue and furniture
- Two well-behaved dogs welcome
- Sorry, no smoking
- Shop and pub 5 mins walk
- Note: There is a beck at the back of the property, this is fenced off.
Please Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping Bond of £250 for all future bookings with effect 7th January 2020
The property
Greenbeck Cottage is a terraced cottage located in Coniston, Cumbria. The lounge has been wonderfully decorated with a lovely light red hue to coincide with the light carpet and sofas. A welcoming room with a TV and DVD player, as well as an open fire. There is an open-plan kitchen and dining area with seating for up to four people. The kitchen has been fitted with all the appliances you could possibly need and is ideal for a lovely home-cooked meal. Upstairs there are two double bedrooms and a single bedroom. The bedrooms are in-keeping with the colour scheme downstairs with its red bed linen and wooden furniture. There is a modern family bathroom with a bath and shower over. Off-road parking is available for one car. Outside, there is a decking and stone area with a picnic bench and surrounding trees. Coniston is close to a variety of attractions, including Tarn Hows with its beautiful countryside and majestic mountain views. It is a great place to walk and picnic with a mobility scooter available for those who are less able to get around. A short drive away is Crags Adventures, an outdoor activity company which features walking, canyoning and guided rock climbing. It is a fun trip for the whole family, but only available to from age nine and upwards. It is often popular with couples, groups of friends, families and stag or hen parties. Greenbeck Cottage is the ultimate location for friends and families to relax and unwind.
Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250.
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About the location
CONISTON
Hawkshead 4 miles; Ambleside 8 miles.
Nestling at the head of Coniston Water, the pretty village of Coniston is surrounded by some of the most beautiful scenery in the Lake District National Park, making it a superb base for touring, with Hawkshead, Ambleside, Windermere and Grasmere just a short drive away. Superb walking, mountain biking and climbing are available locally on Coniston Old Man and Wetherlam, and the lovely woodland trails at Grizedale Forest. For watersports enthusiasts, the quiet lake is ideal for dinghy sailing and canoeing, whilst the less active can enjoy a leisure cruise on the beautiful steam yacht 'Gondola’, or visit Brantwood, the former home of John Ruskin. Nearby attractions include the award-winning village of Hawkshead, home of the Beatrix Potter Gallery, Tarn Hows, one of the most visited beauty spots in the country and Esthwaite Water, famous for its fishing. A first class holiday location at any time of the year.
Please Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping Bond of £250 for all future bookings with effect 7th January 2020
Please note: This property is not set up for electrical charging, please do not charge your electrical vehicle during your stay.
Please note: No battery charging of bikes and scooters. I.E lithium iron batteries.
This property offers the following short breaks:
- Winter
- Off-season
- Last minute
- Christmas
