Loweswater | Sawrey | Far Sawrey | The Lake District And Cumbria

4.3★

2 Guests
1 Bedroom
1 Bathroom
Pets Yes
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Features

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

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

47 Customer Review(s)

Jennifer
October 2024

“Lovely stay with our 2 dogs.”

Having the open space outside for the dogs was a real bonus. The property was clean and comfortable with everything we needed. Such a great location as a base to explore the local area.

Having the open space outside for the dogs was a real bonus. The property was clean and comfortable with everything we needed. Such a great location as a base to explore the local area.

- Jennifer, October 2024
Gillian September 2024

“We really enjoyed our stay and the property was lovely.”

We appreciated the fields around the farm and the access to Estthwaite water was a real bonus and to walk our dog there was great. Some of the kitchen equipment could do with upgrading and the outside space felt a bit unloved but this did not detract from our holiday. We would definitely return to Loweswater.

- Gillian, September 2024
Keith July 2024

“Great location.”

Nice area to exercise our dog opposite the cottage, you must clean up any mess by your dog on the field as children also play on the same area. Bed really comfy, has everything you need and close to the Tower Bank Arms pub. The only criticism was the lack of sugar and tea bags in the cottage. There was just a few in a small jar.

- Keith, July 2024
Louisa May 2024

“Loweswater is a lovely little apartment within a small complex of apartments, set in beautiful surroundings, close to Esthwaite Tarn, Hill Top, a pub and a hotel.”

It has adequate facilities. It is mainly, clean and comfortable. The cobwebs on the ceilings have clearly been forming for sometime and would harbour months of dust. The carpets are tatty and the grips exposed at the doorway (although have been flattened, could catch a barefoot or dog’s pad). The holes in the carpet where I assume once stood a radiator, are unsightly. We used some WD40 to stop the door handles, into the bathroom and lounge, squeaking so badly, as it woke one of us up, each time the other went to the bath room at night. Small things, that if put right, would enhance a stay as this fabulous place. We assume that Graythwaite don’t bother to try very hard because the surroundings are so beautiful, and people will always come anyway. The cleaners that visited last Saturday were so noisy, it frightened our dog! Perhaps they are so busy being noisy, they don’t actually achieve a particularly good clean!?

- Louisa, May 2024
Stephen January 2024

“Could do with some coasters to protect the nice wood surfaces.”

- Stephen, January 2024
Benjamin January 2024

“Overall a lovely location, easy to park and walking distance to a pub.”

The cottage was well presented and clean/tidy. Weaknesses-a strong doggy smell in the living room. We have 2 dogs so accepted this but it was there throughout the stay. No headboard on the bed, this meant the pillows were against the wall, they were cold and felt damp. This needs sorting. The shower tray fills up after a couple of minutes which I find is pretty gross.

- Benjamin, January 2024
Mark September 2023

“Great cottage well equipped , could just do with a new carpet to freshen it up ...”

Great cottage well equipped , could just do with a new carpet to freshen it up will rebook for a week in November great location

- Mark, September 2023
John August 2023

“We are frequent users of Sykes cottages and usually find them at a high standard ...”

We are frequent users of Sykes cottages and usually find them at a high standard this one was comfortales but the to was not working and the cooker was dirty also the information book was tatty and no a lot of information in sorry not up to Sykes usual standard

- John, August 2023
David July 2023

“Lovely accommodation and setting was beautiful Easy access, quiet and pleasant ...”

Lovely accommodation and setting was beautiful Easy access, quiet and pleasant Only minor criticism was bathroom could have been cleaner and shower mould etc

- David, July 2023
John February 2023

“Lovely property within driving range of towns.”

Very clean and very comfortable. I would recommend anyone to book for their holiday.

- John, February 2023
Karen February 2023

“This is our second stay and we throughly enjoyed it.”

The only set back was the fact that the shower cubicle did not drain away properly so showering had to be short as we were afraid the tray would overflow. Apart from that it is a wonderful property and we are looking forward to next years visit.

- Karen, February 2023
Andrew November 2022

“We had an excellent stay and will be booking again after Christmas”

- Andrew, November 2022
Geraldine November 2022

“We were very pleased with the cleanliness of the cottage.”

Very comfy. We stayed in the apartment above last year. I can report no dog dirt or dog poo bags at the entrance this year. No problem at all with the accommodation. It is well situated.

- Geraldine, November 2022
Lee October 2022

“Wonderful location with excellent views.”

We were met at the front entrance by a pile of dog poo bags that were full!!!!. Previous guests had mentioned lamp bulbs that need replacing but they have not been. There are clear holes in the carpet and it is frayed where it meets the bedroom. The bathroom was filthy with ground in dirt around the shower tray probably because it quickly overflows when showering. The whole place including the grounds is in need of some TLC. Wooden benches outside would benefit from some maintenance as they are all covered in moss.

- Lee, October 2022

Thank you for your feedback. We have been a little short staffed on our maintenance team this summer, but we are now have more staff members which will help with the continued upkeep of the estate. We do have signage reminding dog owners to pick up after themselves, we may need to extend this to ensuring that the bags are also placed in the bins in the courtyard. Property Owner
Marius October 2022

“We know the place as we have been there couple of times, and we have seen that ...”

We know the place as we have been there couple of times, and we have seen that they had improved a lot, new windows, new setting, it is realy nice and cosy, and the location is just perfect, but we can not rate it at 5 stars as the bathroom need more atention to the cleanningnes, the shower hose is all black from mold the drainige needs cleaning( last couple of times we had to buy solution to unplug the drain, and over all lack of cleaning in the bathroom The rest is all nice and clean and tidy we would like to come back hopefully the issues will be sorted

- Marius, October 2022
Martin January 2022

“We stayed in Loweswater and it is a lovely little apartment in a beautiful setting, and an ideal place to visit other towns such as Hawkshead, Coniston and Windemere.”

There is a log fire and heaters to keep you warm, dishwasher, cooker onsite laundry facilities if you need them. There was minor things missing from listing such as on site logs for the fire, you had to travel 2.5 miles to the site shop for them, and the DVD had no wire to connect it to the TV. This did not spoil the holiday as we purchased a wire and left it for other users, and there are logs much closer on the road to Hawkshead. The emergency email address worked very well, and they were very polite despite me making an error with a senior moment over the key code. Overall a good place to holiday and would definitely go again.

- Martin, January 2022

Thank you for providing feedback following your recent stay at Loweswater. Properties do not get logs provided. An honesty box system was in operation, and our sawmill was replenishing stocks, however we were finding that guests weren’t being honest, and therefore we made the decision to remove all logs. Guests are able to pre-order logs through our farm shop ordering system so that they have them prior to arrival, or alternatively they can go to the farm shop themselves to purchase logs. Property Owner
Tracey November 2021

“We always have a fantastic time in The Lakes and this is the 4th year in a row that we’ve chosen to stay in this property.”

It’s perfectly located for us. The only criticism we have is the cleanliness. We commented about it last year as well but never had a reply. This year, it was worse. There were cobwebs everywhere. Especially noticible between the standard lamp and the wall. It clearly hadn’t been cleaned for weeks. There was also a thick layer of dust on all the skirting boards in every room. Also worth mentioning is the black mold on the wall behind the bed. We wouldn’t have noticed, but my boyfriend lost one of his earbuds so we pulled the bed out to look for it. Also there needs to be a mirror on the dressing table in the bedroom. There used to be one there but if someone had broken it, it should be replaced. Apart from that, we had a lovely stay. It’s just a bit annoying that no one replied to us last year and we had the same issues again this year. Since check out time is 9.30am and we couldn’t check in until 4.30pm, there is plenty of time to clean. Having said all this, we’ll still return to loweswater when we come to the Lake District because the location and views are perfect.

- Tracey, November 2021
Peter May 2021

“Because of it's location, think it would benefit from better wi-fi.”

- Peter, May 2021
Jan October 2020

“We were at the cottage at the beginning of the second lockdown in November 2020.”

Graythwaite staff were extremely friendly (although not intrusive) and helpful. Cottage had everything we needed in it and was very comfortable.

- Jan, October 2020
Tracey October 2020

“This is our third consecutive year coming to this property and we love it so much.”

We come because the location is ideal, the views are wonderful and we can bring our pets. The cottage is perfect for us. This trip we had just a few little issues that I'd like to bring to your attention. In the handbook it says to not park blocking a neighbouring property's view. We have always adhered to this and never had an issue with other residents until this year. The people staying upstairs had people come to stay over and parked in front of our bedroom window. It was a little embarassing because my boyfriend was just getting out of bed as they stood directly ourside getting something from their boot. We spoke to them and they apologised and they were respectful in future. However a black Audi reg no MV66 NFF started to park outside our windows. It was there for a few days. When we enquired who's it was, we were told by our neighbour that they'd seen them park up and then walk round the corner to a property in the courtyard. After a few days of having to keep our curtains closed for privacy, I put a note on their car asking them to please park respectfully and note the 'house rules' and it didn't happen again. Maybe you could consider designated parking spots to stop confrontation or maybe put a note about this in your email confirmations instead of the handbook which people may not read. Another issue we had was internet access and wifi. We expect the signal to not be as good as at home but this was by far the worst year for wifi connection we've experienced with you. We are certainly not gadget addicts or internet junkies but we are walkers and adventurers and although we do a lot of planning and research before our holiday, we need to keep on top of weather reports while we are there and research alternative things to do if the need arises. We could rarely access internet even when we registered our details to be able to use the wifi. One final point which is very minor is that one of the glasses in the cupboard was dirty when we arrived and there were a few cobwebs on the ceiling in the bedroom. I normally wouldn't even notice the cobwebs but I've recently taken cleaning work myself after my business suffered over lockdown so I'm now prone to notincing that. After all of this we will still book for next year because we love it there so much.

- Tracey, October 2020
David August 2020

“A lovely quiet location between Esthwaite water and Windermere, the accommodation was everything we expected from Sykes Cottages, very clean and tidy, well equipped and though other families we’re staying there it was still very peaceful, a great area for walking the dogs.”

Plenty of history around the area although very disappointing we were unable to visit Beatrix Potter house and gardens and Wordsworth’s house because of Covid-19. An ideal place to stay and thoroughly recommend these cottages.

- David, August 2020
Louise August 2020

“Location great.”

Garden space was ideal for the dog and very beautiful overlooking hills and lake. Accommodation was basic, but clean and adequate for a few days. Would definitely stay here again.

- Louise, August 2020
David March 2020

“Lovely little apartment in a nice location Highly recommend”

- David, March 2020
Andrew March 2020

“Beautiful surroundings and a very peaceful location.”

The cottage was very clean and clearly well looked after. We really enjoyed our stay here with our little dog (who also loved it!)

- Andrew, March 2020
Alan November 2019

“Great to have a log fire.”

Amazing location, you can walk to Hawkshead and Windermere ferry crossing, both 40 min walk. Very quiet at night with a couple of bars/ restaurants within walking distance.

- Alan, November 2019
Sandra October 2019

“Perfect little place to stay.”

Will definitely be back.

- Sandra, October 2019
Tracey September 2019

“This is the second year running that we’ve stayed at this cottage and we’ll happily book for next year too.”

It’s perfect for our needs. Set in the most beautiful of settings, cosy, homely, with all the facilities we need. Location is great for access to all the main towns, Lakes and mountains. Parking is right outside our door. It’s pet friendly. And because there is no light pollution, it’s the perfect spot for star gazing on a clear night. We can’t recommend this property enough

- Tracey, September 2019
Martin July 2019

“Excellent apartment and location, only slight problem was couldn’t find where the farm shop was located on site .”

- Martin, July 2019
Maureen June 2019

“Wonderful holiday,nice secluded apartments,very clean and tidy.”

The only downside was problems with remote control for television think TV needs to be updated.Also apartment could be improved by putting a stool or chair in bedroom by dressing table. Would definitely go there again.

- Maureen, June 2019
Joyce June 2019

“Lovely holiday house, ideal for us and our blind dog as no stairs and large garden was great for him to run around and not bump into anything.”

This was our third holiday at this house and hope to have many more.

- Joyce, June 2019
John June 2019

“Apartment was really nice, with views as you would expect in the Lake District.”

...gorgeous. Covered entrance ideal for cleaning and drying dogs off. Daily delivery of milk from a local dairy which was ideal. Couldn't have wished for more, hope you will have us back, thankyou

- John, June 2019
Alice May 2019

“The shower was temperamental - sometimes worked fine, other times only cold.”

Perhaps something to do with the timing of the heating but not obvious and no instructions.

- Alice, May 2019
Julia May 2019

“Very dog friendly, lovely to be down by the lake within 5 minutes walk.”

As expected noise from flat above and TV didn't work very well. Beautiful, tranquil, peaceful place to stay, just right for 1 - 2 people

- Julia, May 2019
David April 2019

“Absolutely exceptional cottage.”

Very clean, well appointed and superbly comfortable. Only one slight minus was the loss of hot water on two occasions but this was fixed very quickly.

- David, April 2019
David March 2019

“Shortage of toilet rolls!”

tissues would have been appreciated

- David, March 2019
Tony March 2019

“Lovely cottage and great location for the dogs, plenty of space to run about outside.”

Wood burner was a great feature.

- Tony, March 2019
Michael November 2018

“As the cottage is so remote it may be advisable to give latitude and longitude as the majority of people use sat navs and the postcode takes you to the main estates office .”

Lovely cottage and beautiful area . Take a torch as it’s very dark . Would definitely recommend . Hope to be back soon.

- Michael, November 2018
Kevin November 2018

“We have stayed at this property previously.”

Unfortunately this time the cleanliness was not as expected outside the property. There were plant pots left in the communal area right outside the door of the property with used cigarette butts in them, laminated signs had fallen off the wall and left on the floor. The sofas inside the property seemed quite dirty and definitely need changing.

- Kevin, November 2018
Lynne October 2018

“Being able to bring our dogs with us is a main reason we book Esthwaite farm cottages .”

The setting is wonderful and relaxing, we have been many times.

- Lynne, October 2018
Mary September 2018

“Not enough crockery or cutlery - no scissors.”

Cracked plates. Not enough towels for a week. If were to self cater, lack of the above say to cook or to cater for a visitor or friend that could appear - say just for the day.

- Mary, September 2018

Many thanks for your feedback, we have fed your comments back to the owner in order to maintain our property standards. Your views are as valued as your initial booking so that we can keep providing the best UK holiday experience. If you feel that you'd like to discuss your points further, please don't hesitate to call us in the office between 9AM to 7PM. Property Owner
Lynne June 2018

“We've always been very comfortable in loweswater however I think the mattress needs renewal now , the new sofas were very comfortable.”

A lovely relaxing holiday, wonderful for our dogs.

- Lynne, June 2018
Crishan Sedric May 2018

“This is a lovely place a great escape if you are living in the big city.”

Our stay in Loweswater was very pleasant and definitely would go back.

- Crishan Sedric, May 2018
Karen April 2018

“The instructions were a little confusing to locate the property.”

The sat nav got us on the right turn off but actually finding our apartment was tricky. More detailed instructions would have been useful. The towel rail in the bathroom didn't work but otherwise it was fantastic. Would book the same property again and would book with Sykes again.

- Karen, April 2018
Melanie February 2018

“We arrived for 3 nights on the Monday , no hot water from the Wednesday morning , rang the mobile number is the welcome book but no reply, so no shower or hot water in the kitchen for are last night and departing morning.”

don,t know if it was just our apartment or the block.

- Melanie, February 2018
Kathryn October 2016

“Absolutely lovely stay and everything you need in a little apartment, loved every minute until the last night and guests moved into the apartment above and could hear every movement they made.”

Unfortunately it reminded me of being back in a flat in London and ruined the last nights stay

- Kathryn, October 2016
Patricia September 2016

“The only thing l would say is there should perhaps be a little sign up as you enter the properties telling you which direction named property is.”

We arrived at 10 in evening after being stuck hrs in traffic ..13 hr journey and my partner had to try going round each one with torch trying to find propert. We both have ms so very diffucult.

- Patricia, September 2016
Rod August 2016

“Had a relaxing birthday both myself and my partners”

- Rod, August 2016

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Summary

All ground floor
One bedroom: 1 x bedroom with en-suite shower, basin and WC
Open-plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove
Shared laundry.
Electric storage heaters with woodburning stove
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge with ice compartment, washing machine, tumble dryer and freezer in shared laundry, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD
Fuel, power and inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Cot and highchair on request
Ample off road parking in shared courtyard
Use of shared lawned garden
Two well-behaved dogs welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 2.2 miles, pub 3 mins walk
Use of tumble dryer by 50p coin meter
Logs can be purchased at the farm shop
Mobile phone signal may be limited due to the location of the property
Water from private supply, fed from freshwater lake
To avoid disappointment, we recommend booking Graythwaite Adventure in advance
Graythwaite fishery is free for all guests and equipment can be hired locally, a small fee is applicable to keep your catch, rod fishing license required
Please Note: This property charges a £100.00 Good Housekeeping Bond
Please Note: There is a separate apartment on the first floor; associated noise may be heard
Please Note: Esthwaite property is an independent company and no one has rights to be on the water or fish or swim without paying Esthwaite water fishery.

The property

Loweswater is a romantic apartment located in Sawrey, Cumbria, in the heart of the countryside.

Inside the owner has created a beautiful feeling with a modern interior that offers a real home from home vibe.

Featuring an open-plan living space, with stylish red sofas, rug and curtains coinciding with the light and understated decor.

Relax against the cushions and enjoy the large TV and DVD player and watch a romantic film.

Cosy up with your loved one in front of the lovely woodburning stove.

Step into the modern and spacious kitchen, with its newly fitted white units and sleek black worktops, perfect for some home cooking.

Enjoy that meal at the cosy dining area or with your feet up in front of the TV.

Down the hall is a large double bedroom with an en-suite shower room with luxury modern fixtures and fittings and a lovely tiled flooring.

While you stay at Loweswater, why not visit Dove Cottage?

Which is famous for being the home of famous poet William Wordsworth.

The Wordsworth Museum is only next door and will transport you back to the 18th-century where you can discover how Wordsworth lived and the pretty cottage garden he planted himself.

With guided tours and access to Wordworth's letters, journals and poems.

You can take part in the quiz and get stuck into the hands on learning in the family activity room.

Write with a quill and ink pot just like Wordsworth!

This is not a destination you want to miss when making your rounds.

Loweswater is perfect for a romantic getaway for two.

Esthwaite Farm Cottages

A beautiful collection of eleven stone properties, located close to Esthwaite Water, in the idyllic village of Near Sawrey, Lake District National Park. From the moment you approach these delightful cottages, along picturesque narrow lanes, lined by swooping trees and quaint stone walls, you cannot fail to fall in love with this wonderful setting. It is the ideal choice for a break away from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Set in a charming courtyard, these eleven homely properties provide welcoming accommodation, many featuring a warming woodburning stove. There is a mix of one- and two-bedroom properties, over one or two stories. With some having open-plan living areas and all with comfy bedrooms, fit for a great night’s sleep in this quiet and tranquil part of the world. The large lawned area allows children and pets to play safety whilst you relax and gaze across the valley. Take a walk to the forested hillsides or maybe take the private path down to the water’s edge. This is truly an unrivalled location for exploring all that the Lake District has to offer. Whatever your motivation for taking a break, there’s something for everyone nearby. Walkers and cyclists can get their kicks at nearby Grizedale Forest. Lake Windermere and Coniston Water offer opportunities for river cruises or water sports. Take a drive through the charming surrounding villages, including beautiful Hawkshead, and explore the boutique shops in Ambleside or Bowness. Further afield, the towns of Keswick and Ulverston are well worth a visit, and kids will love a trip on the Haverthwaite Steam Train, just a few miles away. These characteristic cottages offer the opportunity for a memorable stay that you will want to repeat again and again.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £100.

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About the location

SAWREY

Hawkshead 2 miles.

The village of Sawrey is situated two miles from Hawkshead down the eastern side of Esthwaite Water, overlooked by the woods and tarns of Claife Heights. Sawrey consists of two separate hamlets - Near Sawrey and Far Sawrey - both with a cluster of picturesque cottages, tea rooms and pubs. Near Sawrey is famous for Hill Top, the 17th century farmhouse where Beatrix Potter wrote her acclaimed children's stories. Now a museum, owned and run by the National Trust, Hill Top is one of the most visited houses in the Lake District. Far Sawrey is the hamlet furthest away from Hawkshead and the nearest to the ferry point on Windermere. It offers a church and pub/restaurant with a beer garden. There are good walks in the area, including those to Claife Heights and in Grizedale Forest. It's also a great base for enjoying a wide variety of typical Lakeland pursuits - with watersports close at hand on Lake Windermere, fishing on nearby Esthwaite Water and, of course, fell walking.

Note - Esthwaite property is an independent company and no one has rights to be on the water or fish or swim without paying Esthwaite water fishery.

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“Lovely stay with our 2 dogs.”

“We really enjoyed our stay and the property was lovely.”

“Great location.”

“Loweswater is a lovely little apartment within a small complex of apartments, set in beautiful surroundings, close to Esthwaite Tarn, Hill Top, a pub and a hotel.”

“Could do with some coasters to protect the nice wood surfaces.”

“Overall a lovely location, easy to park and walking distance to a pub.”

“Great cottage well equipped , could just do with a new carpet to freshen it up ...”

“We are frequent users of Sykes cottages and usually find them at a high standard ...”

“Lovely accommodation and setting was beautiful Easy access, quiet and pleasant ...”

“Lovely property within driving range of towns.”

“This is our second stay and we throughly enjoyed it.”

“We had an excellent stay and will be booking again after Christmas”

“We were very pleased with the cleanliness of the cottage.”

“Wonderful location with excellent views.”

“We know the place as we have been there couple of times, and we have seen that ...”

“We stayed in Loweswater and it is a lovely little apartment in a beautiful setting, and an ideal place to visit other towns such as Hawkshead, Coniston and Windemere.”

“We always have a fantastic time in The Lakes and this is the 4th year in a row that we’ve chosen to stay in this property.”

“Because of it's location, think it would benefit from better wi-fi.”

“We were at the cottage at the beginning of the second lockdown in November 2020.”

“This is our third consecutive year coming to this property and we love it so much.”

“A lovely quiet location between Esthwaite water and Windermere, the accommodation was everything we expected from Sykes Cottages, very clean and tidy, well equipped and though other families we’re staying there it was still very peaceful, a great area for walking the dogs.”

“Location great.”

“Lovely little apartment in a nice location Highly recommend”

“Beautiful surroundings and a very peaceful location.”

“Great to have a log fire.”

“Perfect little place to stay.”

“This is the second year running that we’ve stayed at this cottage and we’ll happily book for next year too.”

“Excellent apartment and location, only slight problem was couldn’t find where the farm shop was located on site .”

“Wonderful holiday,nice secluded apartments,very clean and tidy.”

“Lovely holiday house, ideal for us and our blind dog as no stairs and large garden was great for him to run around and not bump into anything.”

“Apartment was really nice, with views as you would expect in the Lake District.”

“The shower was temperamental - sometimes worked fine, other times only cold.”

“Very dog friendly, lovely to be down by the lake within 5 minutes walk.”

“Absolutely exceptional cottage.”

“Shortage of toilet rolls!”

“Lovely cottage and great location for the dogs, plenty of space to run about outside.”

“As the cottage is so remote it may be advisable to give latitude and longitude as the majority of people use sat navs and the postcode takes you to the main estates office .”

“We have stayed at this property previously.”

“Being able to bring our dogs with us is a main reason we book Esthwaite farm cottages .”

“Not enough crockery or cutlery - no scissors.”

“We've always been very comfortable in loweswater however I think the mattress needs renewal now , the new sofas were very comfortable.”

“This is a lovely place a great escape if you are living in the big city.”

“The instructions were a little confusing to locate the property.”

“We arrived for 3 nights on the Monday , no hot water from the Wednesday morning , rang the mobile number is the welcome book but no reply, so no shower or hot water in the kitchen for are last night and departing morning.”

“Absolutely lovely stay and everything you need in a little apartment, loved every minute until the last night and guests moved into the apartment above and could hear every movement they made.”