Bobbin Beck Cottage | Satterthwaite | The Lake District And Cumbria

4.7★

5 Guests
3 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Pets Yes
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Features

Open fire
Garden / Patio
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

29 Customer Review(s)

Anna
November 2023

“We loved Bobbin Beck!”

Perfect for our mountain biking trip. So cosy & warm, great location and really comfortable cottage. Thank you!

Perfect for our mountain biking trip. So cosy & warm, great location and really comfortable cottage. Thank you!

- Anna, November 2023
Sarah September 2023

“Overall we had a loverly stay at the cottage.”

Was nicely tucked away, quiet and brilliant that you could just walk out the door straight to the most wonderful walks with the dog. The down side was the sofas in the lounge should have been replaced a long time ago! They had completely collapsed and were not comfortable at all… just when you needed to relax after a walk there was no comfort at all! It was such a shame as the cottage was so lovely! Although logs had been left for the fire there was no kindling! So could not make a fire until we sourced kindling for ourselves! Again a shame as we had not really planned to use the car once we had parked up.

- Sarah, September 2023
Helen July 2023

“Really enjoyable stay at this cottage.”

The weather wasn't our friend during the week but was lovely to come back to a warm, cosy and well equipped house. Friendly neighbours and welcoming community that we enjoyed meeting in the local pub. The property is a little remote which suited us perfectly, with wonderful walks from the front door. Would highly recommend.

- Helen, July 2023
Pat July 2023

“Lovely place to stay well equipped and comfortable.”

Very clean too. Great location to visit places in the South Lake District. Definitely want to stay there again.

- Pat, July 2023
Jennifer July 2023

“Lovely cottage in a quiet part of the countryside.”

Not too far from other amenities. Windermere 20 minutes away. The River is beautiful at the end if the cottage path. Next door neighbour very pleasant and helpful.

- Jennifer, July 2023
Robert June 2023

“A beautiful cottage in a beautiful location.”

Lovely property, spacious and comfortable. Would stay again

- Robert, June 2023

Thank you for your comments, we are so pleased to see that you had an enjoyable stay, and found the cottage to be comfy. We hope to welcome you again. The Lakelovers Owner Relations Team Property Owner
Jayne June 2023

“Beautiful cottage and very well maintained, beautifully decorated and spotless.”

Listing should include that access is through the neighbours garden as this was not clear when we booked, it would have also been helpful to know the property is very remote. As this was an issue for us, some people love this, we did not like being so far from local shop, pub was walking distance but closed, again maybe comment to check opening hrs for local amenities.. The cottage is also very dark as set in a very a little valley surrounded by tress. Brook at bottom of garden beautiful but mosquitoes an issue .. pretty little garden

- Jayne, June 2023

Thank you for your comments. We are pleased to hear that you found the property to be beautiful and well maintained. We will take a look at the listing and ensure that the information provided is correct. Thank you- The Lakelovers Owner Relations Team Property Owner
Jennifer May 2023

“Beautiful cottage in a breath taking rural area.”

- Jennifer, May 2023

We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay at Bobbin Beck. We hope that you would return. The Lakelovers Owner Relations Team Property Owner
Tina April 2023

“Beautiful cottage that was really well presented with good facilities and clear instructions how to use things.”

We will be looking to come back to the Lake District and this lovely cottage will be very much in our considerations. If the owners want to look at anything, the outside light for the key box seemed to come on a lot which we got used to later in the week but got us up to investigate a couple of times.

- Tina, April 2023

Thank you for your kind comments, we are so pleased to hear that you had a lovely stay. We take all comments on board. Thank you. Property Owner
Michelle December 2022

“Cottage was AMAZING.”

But… Be careful to ensure you go into no.2 Bobbin Beck Cottage & not no.1. The gentleman next door is not very friendly & you have to walk past his front door & through a small gate to get to the rental cottage. He kindly left dog poo for us to step over just on his side of the gate & snapped at us for using the wrong bin. I would make the entrance instructions clearer about it being the second property, e.g. once you walk through the gate, you need to pass his house & go though a second one. He doesn’t take kindly to you approaching his house.

- Michelle, December 2022
David November 2022

“Couldn’t want for more, lovely cottage, didn’t want to leave…”

- David, November 2022
Pam November 2022

“This is a very nice cottage, and we enjoyed our stay.”

There were wild birds in the garden, deer in the woods opposite and a heron fished in the beck. Lovely, but a little too far off the beaten track for us. It’s a winding, narrow six-mile drive to the nearest shop. We were a little concerned that the central heating had not been switched on prior to our arrival and this made the bedrooms very cold on our first night. However, once this was rectified, the cottage warmed up quickly and was very comfortable thereafter. The beck is delightful but the drop into it from the garden is quite steep in places and our dog had to be carefully supervised after a fall. Although it is cited in the cottage description as a 'babbling brook', we discovered that the beck can turn into a raging torrent after 12 hours of heavy Lake District rain. Even adults need to be careful when this is the case. All in all, a lovely place to stay.

- Pam, November 2022
Michelle October 2022

“We had a wonderful week’s stay at Bobbin Beck Cottage.”

Location is perfect. Cottage very clean and cosy and had all the amenities you could need. Beds extremely comfy. All in all we had a wonderful time.

- Michelle, October 2022
David October 2022

“Excellent in nearly every respect.”

Perhaps a few teabags, coffee, more toilet paper, dishwasher tablets, matches, firestarters would not go amiss. There wasn't a tea towel. Oversight?

- David, October 2022
Wouter October 2022

“Fantastic location - perfect for accessing various areas of the lakes - Cottage was well equipped and picturesque setting - local walks were Wonderfull - we had two working spaniels with us and thankfully they did not decide to jump in the fast flowing river at the end of the garden.”

Would highly recommend this cottage. Tip - if you want a meal out go to the Manor pub - food was top notch but booking advised as it was busy even in the off season.

- Wouter, October 2022
Gail July 2022

“Lovely cottage in a perfect setting.”

- Gail, July 2022
Philippa July 2022

“The property was really lovely and being on the beck just made it extra special.”

It’s remote location is great if you want peace and quiet but make sure you take everything you need because the nearest shops are a good drive away. The cottage has everything you’ll need, comfy beds, warm showers, dishwasher, google speaker for you music, beautiful garden and friendly neighbours. People mentioned the fly issue and yes there are flies but we found that if we kept the door shut in the early evening they didn’t come in. Beautiful place, beautiful area, we loved it. Thank you

- Philippa, July 2022
Helen May 2022

“We had a lovely week in this perfect holiday cottage.”

Perfectly equipped and in a wonderful part of the Lake District. Particularly enjoyed walks from the door, the pretty garden by the stream and the comfy bed.

- Helen, May 2022
Martin May 2022

“Lovely accommodation in a good location.”

Just a couple of small points. The kitchen needs a fly repellent as there are lots of them. Secondly, there are no functioning locks on the loo/bathroom doors.

- Martin, May 2022
Lesley May 2022

“Bobbin Beck is a lovely cottage with everything needed to make it feel like a home from home .”

Very clean and beds were so comfy . Our 2 labradors loved the beck and had a great time . We will definitely book to stay again

- Lesley, May 2022
Stephen April 2022

“We have stayed in the lakes several times, we have enjoyed each time but bobbin beck is by far our favourite a cozy warm relaxing cottage .”

The tree in the garden has a wonderful amount of birds visiting including a pair of woodpeckers a lovely peaceful setting, we will definitely return next year. Highly recommended.

- Stephen, April 2022
Alison December 2021

“We had a fabulous stay at Bobbin Beck cottage - a very cosy, well appointed cottage with lots of thoughtful touches from the owners.”

Christmas decorations added to our festive few days away, and even the weather was kind!

- Alison, December 2021
Sherry November 2021

“We arrived after Storm Arwen and had no electricity for 4 days.”

We alerted Sykes to the situation at day 2 and 4. Although we were offered an alternative property on day 4 we decided to stay and not have the hassle of booking and paying for another cottage and getting a refund on the rest of our stay at Bobbin Beck. We had 1 functional log burner which kept us warm and allowed us to cook (kitchen log burner not drawing for some reason). We had our own head torches. Ones at the cottage had low / no batteries. Despite this the cottage was very comfortable and well equipped and we enjoyed our stay. The owner kindly agreed to reimburse us for extra fuel used for log burner. Neighbour also very friendly and helpful. Great walks from the cottage, really lovely stay. Would definitely visit again

- Sherry, November 2021
Sally November 2021

“Loved the cottage but one or two little niggles The internet worked fine until Wednesday and then kept dropping out, annoying as we were using it for communication as there is no mobile service The description re parking was a little misleading - had to cross over the road and a bridge to get to parking space.”

Also not easy to park anywhere to load and unload car - just grateful it wasn't raining.

- Sally, November 2021
Sue October 2021

“Lovely cosy cottage, done up to a high standard, comfortable and well equipped.”

Loved the beck at the bottom of the garden and pretty waterfalls just a few yards upstream. Only minor inconvenience was having to park in a layby across the bridge and walk through the neighbour,s garden to get to the cottage, fortunately he was very friendly!

- Sue, October 2021
Samantha October 2021

“The cottage was superb - spotlessly clean / warm / well equipped / cosy / the list goes on.”

In a remote location - didn’t bother us but worth thinking about if you want to walk to a pub / restaurant.

- Samantha, October 2021
Kerri August 2021

“Loved the remoteness of the cottage, gets you away from the crowds.”

The beck at the bottom of the garden is beautiful to sit and enjoy!

- Kerri, August 2021
Stuart June 2021

“Lovely cottage in a good location but please get the fly infestation sorted out.”

There has clearly been a problem there for sometime judging by the cans of fly spray kept under the sink!

- Stuart, June 2021
Mrs Arrondelle Jul 2019

“The location of the property was a bit remote which was exactly what we were looking for and the property itself was just amazing.”

It was so well equipped and clean. Home from home! Absolutely loved it. Thank you Lakelovers ❤.

- Mrs Arrondelle, Jul 2019

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Summary

Over 2 floors
3 x bedrooms; 1 x king size with en suite, 1 x twin, 1 x single bedroom, family bathroom, spacious kitchen / diner, lounge, utility room with stand up freezer, garden and furnished patio and parking for 2/3 cars nearby
Please note that this property can only accommodate 5 adults.
Stunning Lakeland cottage, oil central heating, wood burning stoves. Luxury bathroom with power shower over double ended designer bath, en-suite luxury shower room. Electric double oven & ceramic hob, dishwasher, microwave, fridge & freezer, washing machine
Wi-Fi and phone for local calls. Enchanting riverside setting, pretty garden with patio, furniture and BBQ & steps leading into the river. Two pets welcome
Parking for 2/3 cars nearby
Bed linen and towels provided
Please note this property is unable to provide the use of a High Chair and Travel Cot.

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The property

Bobbin Beck Cottage is captivating contemporary traditional Lakeland cottage on the banks of a soothing picturesque river in the sleepy hamlet of Force Forge, between Hawkshead and Lake Windermere on the edge of Grizedale Forest, blissfully secluded yet only a mile from the village pub. An enchanting Lake District cottage in blissful surroundings with; 3 chic bedrooms, 2 stylish bathroom facilities, spacious living spaces with warming woodburning stoves set on slate flagged flooring and true picture windows. Outside a pretty cottage garden with patio and stone steps leading into the river, what a perfect place for al-fresco living...Grizedale Forrest surrounds this beautiful hamlet boasting some of the best mountain biking trails in the country. Don't forget the award winning and very exciting 'Go Ape', a must for adventure junkies yet the walking throughout this magnificent part of the Lakes is hard to beat. If searching for a special and eclectic escape in the Lakes, you have found it here at Bobbin Beck Cottage. == Accommodation in detail A pathway leads through your riverside garden to a traditional entrance porch, ideal for walking gear and from here, through a stable door, you enter the spacious kitchen / dining room which is a superb living space itself, a state of the art kitchen with everything you may need and a warming woodburning stove set on a slate flooring. An opening into the second living area with leather relaxing furnishings set on original slate flags with sumptuous rugs by a second woodburner, there are two window seats and views over the garden towards the river, what a relaxing space for a cosy night in. On this level is a useful utility room housing the washing machine and freezer. Upstairs to the bedrooms and bathrooms; the master king size bedroom complete with beamed vaulted ceiling and en-suite shower room and then the twin bedroom also with the vaulted beamed ceiling and soothing sound of the flowing river. There is also a single bedroom. The house bathroom has a double ended bath and invigorating power shower cubicle. Outside the riverside garden is a true delight with patio and furniture, what a great place to unwind and with direct access via steps into the river for paddling but please be vigilant at all times with young children. Location This secluded Satterthwaite holiday home enjoys a peaceful, picturesque location between the lakes of Coniston and Windermere, just south of Hawkshead village. The sleepy hamlet is surrounded by a natural playground of stunning landscapes to explore; a great base for walking and outdoor adventure as well as for escaping the everyday rush. To the north, Grizedale Forest is an intriguing network of walking routes, cycle paths and sculpture trails. Lake Windermere lies to the east, and a car-ferry crossing can take you across the lake to explore the lively attractions of Bowness village. Also close by is the village of Near Sawrey, where Beatrix Potter famously lived and was inspired to write her children's stories. Visit the author's home at Hill Top and explore her favourite places; such as Esthwaite Water and Moss Eccles Tarn. Hawkshead village itself is easily reached to your north; a charming historic village of whitewashed Lakeland cottages, car-free cobbled streets and interesting local shops. You can stock up the kitchen there, or drive just a few miles to Ambleside village.

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

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About the location

SATTERTHWAITE

Satterthwaite enjoys a peaceful, picturesque location between the lakes of Coniston and Windermere, just south of Hawkshead village. The sleepy hamlet is surrounded by a natural playground of stunning landscapes to explore; a great base for walking and outdoor adventure as well as for escaping the everyday rush.
To the north, Grizedale Forest is an intriguing network of walking routes, cycle paths and sculpture trails. Lake Windermere lies to the east, and a car-ferry crossing can take you across the lake to explore the lively attractions of Bowness village.
Also close by is the village of Near Sawrey, where Beatrix Potter famously lived and was inspired to write her children's stories. Visit the author's home at Hill Top and explore her favourite places; such as Esthwaite Water and Moss Eccles Tarn.

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Reviews & Ratings

“We loved Bobbin Beck!”

“Overall we had a loverly stay at the cottage.”

“Really enjoyable stay at this cottage.”

“Lovely place to stay well equipped and comfortable.”

“Lovely cottage in a quiet part of the countryside.”

“A beautiful cottage in a beautiful location.”

“Beautiful cottage and very well maintained, beautifully decorated and spotless.”

“Beautiful cottage in a breath taking rural area.”

“Beautiful cottage that was really well presented with good facilities and clear instructions how to use things.”

“Cottage was AMAZING.”

“Couldn’t want for more, lovely cottage, didn’t want to leave…”

“This is a very nice cottage, and we enjoyed our stay.”

“We had a wonderful week’s stay at Bobbin Beck Cottage.”

“Excellent in nearly every respect.”

“Fantastic location - perfect for accessing various areas of the lakes - Cottage was well equipped and picturesque setting - local walks were Wonderfull - we had two working spaniels with us and thankfully they did not decide to jump in the fast flowing river at the end of the garden.”

“Lovely cottage in a perfect setting.”

“The property was really lovely and being on the beck just made it extra special.”

“We had a lovely week in this perfect holiday cottage.”

“Lovely accommodation in a good location.”

“Bobbin Beck is a lovely cottage with everything needed to make it feel like a home from home .”

“We have stayed in the lakes several times, we have enjoyed each time but bobbin beck is by far our favourite a cozy warm relaxing cottage .”

“We had a fabulous stay at Bobbin Beck cottage - a very cosy, well appointed cottage with lots of thoughtful touches from the owners.”

“We arrived after Storm Arwen and had no electricity for 4 days.”

“Lovely cosy cottage, done up to a high standard, comfortable and well equipped.”

“The cottage was superb - spotlessly clean / warm / well equipped / cosy / the list goes on.”

“Loved the remoteness of the cottage, gets you away from the crowds.”