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Ghyll Cottage

Milnthorpe, Cumbria & The Lake District (Ref. 1050582)

Customer rating

4.9★

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  • 6 Guests

  • 3 Bedrooms

  • 2 Bathrooms

  • Pets Yes

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Features

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

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78 Customer Review(s)

  • Catja

    “An attractive and well-appointed house – but with unexpected restrictions.”

    We have been travelling from Germany to Great Britain for our holidays for over 12 years now – always staying in high-quality accommodation – but nothing like this has ever happened to us before. 1. The Signs We arrived at the accommodation on a wet and cold afternoon. We immediately noticed the large number of prohibition and instruction signs posted both inside the house and in the garden. For us, it goes without saying that we always treat the furnishings and all objects with care and ...

    We have been travelling from Germany to Great Britain for our holidays for over 12 years now – always staying in high-quality accommodation – but nothing like this has ever happened to us before. 1. The Signs We arrived at the accommodation on a wet and cold afternoon. We immediately noticed the large number of prohibition and instruction signs posted both inside the house and in the garden. For us, it goes without saying that we always treat the furnishings and all objects with care and respect. The flood of signs dampened our holiday mood and did not make us feel welcome. The instructions continued in large red letters in the house rules. 2. The Heating Upon arrival, the temperature in the house was 18 degrees Celsius and all the radiators throughout the accommodation had been turned off. We turned up the main thermostat for a few hours to establish a reasonable basic temperature in the house.Over the next two days, it became apparent that the heating system was set to a temperature of 21 degrees via a timer programme. When you come back from a hike in wet weather in the evening, that is clearly not a comfortable temperature. Our concern was not to heat the entire building unnecessarily, but to reach a more comfortable room temperature in the living room, for example. We therefore manually set the thermostats higher for a short period. The owner clearly did not like this adjustment, as he remotely locked the main thermostat at 21 degrees for the rest of our stay. Although we understand the need to reduce energy costs, we find this behaviour unacceptable given a rental price of over £1,000 per week. As there was no tumble dryer available and the rotary clothes dryer outside could not be used due to the persistent rain, there was no option for drying wet outerwear and trousers. The radiators in the bathroom were switched off throughout the entire week, and there was no explanation for this in the house rules. For a week, we had damp, clammy towels and it was very cold in the bathrooms. 3. Dog-friendliness There was no way to shower the dog outside. We had to use a bucket and towels, which was extremely inconvenient with a large dog in bad weather. There was a water connection in the garden, but no hose. Due to the heating being turned off and the lack of a dryer, there was also no way to dry the wet dog towels. If a owner decides to allow dogs, they should also ensure that there are suitable facilities for cleaning the dog properly. In addition, we were informed on arrival in the house rules that our dog was not allowed in the carpeted areas. This included the living room. Had we known this in advance, we would never have booked the house. 4. The Garden The garden is extremely noisy due to the adjacent main road. This detail was also not mentioned in the property description. Summary: a very stylish house with numerous rules, which is why we would not consider booking it again. The owners of the house we booked afterwards showed us how it could be done better: they contacted us immediately after our arrival to ask if we were warm enough...

    - Catja, September 2025
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Summary

  • Three bedrooms: 1 x super king-size with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x king-size double, 1 x twin (zip/link, can be king-size on request)
  • Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail and WC
  • Cloakroom with basin and WC
  • Kitchen
  • Utility room
  • Dining room with woodburning stove
  • Sitting room with woodburning stove
  • Gas central heating with woodburning stoves
  • Electric oven with induction hob, microwave, washing machine, dishwasher, Smart TVs and WiFi
  • Fuel, power and starter pack for stoves inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Off-road parking available
  • Enclosed back garden with lawn and patio with outdoor dining space
  • Travel cot available
  • One well-behaved small/medium dog allowed, dogs are only allowed downstairs in the cottage
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop 1.9 miles
  • Note: Meals can be provided for guests, contact owner for details
  • Please note: This property does not accept stag parties/hen parties or similar
  • Please Note : No Electric Car Charging at this property

The property

Milnthorpe 1.6 miles.

Resting peacefully on the outskirts of the historical market town of Milnthorpe, in the picturesque hamlet of Leasgill, you will find Ghyll Cottage.

Appearing as a traditional country cottage from the exterior, enter to discover a stylish abode renovated to a superb standard, making this the ultimate setting for an unforgettable group getaway to the Lake District.

As you enter into the property, be welcomed by a cloakroom and handy utility room featuring both a washing machine and a purpose-built seating area, where you can pull off your mucky boots and place them nicely under the bench before leaving your coat to hang.

Step into the contemporary kitchen and admire the chic dove grey units and worktops, as well as the eye-catching island where you can take a seat and indulge in a perfectly chilled bottle of bubbly from the fabulous wine fridge.

Two small steps take you down to a spacious area with two large patio doors leading out to the enclosed garden boasting a lawn and patio with a sociable outdoor dining space, perfect for indulging in a delicious meal on warm summer evenings.

Discover in the dining room beautiful exposed beams and a striking inglenook fireplace, with a contrasting black woodburning stove that sits happily within it, take your seat at the black dining table and delight in a hearty home-cooked meal, before retiring to the sitting room, decorated with two plush grey sofas and a large flat screen Smart TV.

From the dining room, climb the staircase to the first floor and indulge in a soak in the bathtub within the tranquil family bathroom, before grabbing your towel from the heated towel rail and retreating to your bedroom.

Discover a bright and airy twin bedroom which is zip/link and can be king-size on request, styled with grey hues and mustard accents, and a homely king-size double with oak fitted wardrobes and charming exposed beams.

A further two steps will take you up to the master bedroom, a spacious and sophisticated setting complete with an attractive white super king-size bed and an en-suite shower room.

These are all kitted out with Egyptian cotton bedding with white fluffy towels available.

Enjoy a relaxing stroll along the glistening River Kent towards the imposing grounds of Levens Hall and explore the magnificent Elizabethan home and gardens featuring beautiful orchids and topiary, before a tour of the National Trust owned 14th-century fortress, Sizergh Castle.

A five minute walk takes you to Heversham Hotel and half a mile away takes you to Heversham Head which shows views of the whole of the Lake District.

Be at one with nature on a breath-taking hike through Whitbarrow National Nature Reserve or spend the day exploring the Arnside & Silverdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty on one of the many awe-inspiring hiking trails.

Head deep into the Lake District National Park and challenge yourself to a hike up the famous Sca Fell, the second highest mountain in England.

Meet the exotic resident of Lakeland Wildlife Oasis or enjoy a spot of birdwatching at RSPB Leighton Moss.

Visit the historical market town of Kendal and treat yourself to a spot of lunch at one of the many independent cafés and restaurants before losing yourself in the galleries of natural history hotspot Kendal Museum.

Learn all about local heritage at the Quaker Tapestry Museum.

Stop off in the nearby village of Milnthorpe and enjoy a refreshing pint, before grabbing groceries from the local store and heading back to your cottage for a quiet night indoors.

Milnethorpe is also home to Booths supermarket and a variety of takeaways to enjoy.

Make the most of precious time with your nearest and dearest with a stay at Ghyll Cottage.

Note: This property can be booked with Ref. 1050653, together sleeping 12.

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

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About the location

MILNTHORPE

Arnside 3 miles; Silverdale 6 miles; Kendal 7 miles.

Milnthorpe, once an important medieval market town, is located in the South Lakes between Kendal and Carnforth, just a few miles from the seaside village of Arnside. Reminders of the town's history can still be found today amongst the narrow lanes and historic buildings, which speak of a time when a coach and four was more common than a four-wheel drive. Set in lovely rolling countryside, the area has much to offer, with the Lakeland Wildlife Oasis offering a tropical hall and butterfly house. Dallam Tower and Levens Hall (historic and beautiful stately homes with their deer parks, topiary and ornamental gardens) provide a great day out for visitors. Leighton Hall, Sizergh Castle, the Great Lakes Aquarium, Windermere and Grizedale Forest are also all within easy reach and well worth a visit. From stunning limestone pavements and wonderful woodland walks to beaches and scenic coastal paths, there really is something for everyone.

This property STRICTLY accepts only 1 dog (small/medium size)
Please Note : No Electric Car Charging at this property.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas