Mini Milestone

3.7★

4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Pets No
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Features

Garden / Patio
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher

Reviews & Ratings

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Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

25 Customer Review(s)

Anne
September 2021

“Expected the cottage to be larger than it was from the photos on the site.”

I was actually shocked when I entered the room which is straight from the pavement. The main bedroom was fine with a comfy, clean bed. The kitchen was clean but the house was definitely not deep cleaned. Eating breakfast there was not a problem but I wouldn’t want to dine here in the evening.

I was actually shocked when I entered the room which is straight from the pavement. The main bedroom was fine with a comfy, clean bed. The kitchen was clean but the house was definitely not deep cleaned. Eating breakfast there was not a problem but I wouldn’t want to dine here in the evening.

- Anne, September 2021
James July 2021

“Lot smaller than expected.”

Not very clean. We had to wash all the cutlery. Location was great.

- James, July 2021
Michael July 2021

“It was not clean enough some damp in bathroom and it had a lot of woodlice”

- Michael, July 2021
Vicky June 2021

“We had an amazing week here.”

It was a great base for exploring the Lakes and Cumbria. The living room is v small, but was manageable for 4 of us. The dishwasher is I the utility room rather than the kitchen, which was a little inconvenient, but nothing worse than that. The biggest issue for us was that there is scaffolding and rubble in the garden next door, so the outdoor area was not the cute relaxing image from the website

- Vicky, June 2021
Daniel May 2021

“The property was well located and the village is lovely.”

Unfortunately we had some issues around cleanliness and a large number of woodlice in the property. We reached out for assistance but apart from a 'we're sorry about this, let us contact the owner' we've not heard anything further in the past couple of weeks despite sending a few chasing emails.

- Daniel, May 2021
Anne April 2021

“The description is inaccurate.”

There is no WiFi and the shower is hand held, not over the bath. It also has a DVD/CD player

- Anne, April 2021
Rory Steven October 2020

“The cottage was left tidy but as of booking it advertised with wifi which it didn't have, also there are recommendation of local takeaways such as the Chinese, sadly this closed some time ago.”

The location is amazing and the village is good for its size. There is plenty to do in the area with great walks.

- Rory Steven, October 2020
Rita August 2020

“Lovely cottage.”

Very peaceful although lots of facilities in the small town. Very comfy beds and high quality bedding so we all slept well. Would definitely hopr to return . Highly recommend and great value.

- Rita, August 2020
Sandra August 2020

“There was no WiFi, even though it advertised there would be, and this was a big disappointment for my partners son.”

We couldn’t get the DVD player to work either. It wasn’t clear what to do with the rubbish, no outside bin, lots of recycling bins on the public carpark, which we were able to get rid of some recycling rubbish, but no where for general rubbish to go. Apart from all this, it was a beautiful village, lovely walks to be had, and the Alforno restaurant and the Dalesman country hotel were great places to get a meal.

- Sandra, August 2020
Daniel August 2020

“Some trouble with the boiler which the owners attended to as best they could during our stay.”

- Daniel, August 2020
Lynn September 2019

“This was our 2nd stay at this cottage & it didn’t disappoint us.”

The cottage is perfectly situated on Main Street with the Fells at your doorstep. It is beautifully decorated with lovely comfortable sofa & bed, well equipped kitchen. A real home from home , the perfect place to unwind. The fish & chips at the shop a minute away are the best I have had & the cafes & pub in the town serve lovely food I would definitely recommend this cottage to friends

- Lynn, September 2019
Dolores September 2019

“A beautiful, tastefully furnished and cosy cottage right in centre of Sedburgh with direct access to the Howgills.”

No shower, freezer box or drier

- Dolores, September 2019
Gill June 2019

“There was a lot of confusion about where to park for the property, in the details it suggested you could purchase a weekly parking ticket for the nearby car park.”

I contacted the owner to ask if he knew how to get one and he suggested not to bother as there were parking spots in the surrounding streets. But unfortunately there was a county cricket match on at the local private school for 4 days so it would have been an impossible task to park anywhere near the property. So I contacted the information centre that is in the car park to see about getting a weekly ticket and they said it was up to the landlord to apply for one. So I tried to phone the owner 4 times without success, he was always out or in a meeting so I e-mailed instead and got a reply a few days before going to the cottage. They told me just to park in the streets nearby so we assumed they were not going to apply for a weekly ticket for us. So on arrival to the property we parked in the car park and enquired in the information centre to see if we could get a weekly pass ourselves and was told you can purchase one at the machine in the car park yourself !! So we purchased a ticket for the week. Why didn't the owner know this ? it is his property and he should know all this. So on entering the cottage there was supposed to be a welcome pack, all we got was a folder with a little information about the cottage and how to operate the appliances and a bit about the area plus a little green parking permit from the local council, no information as to what it was exactly for, we assumed it was to do with parking in the streets as some areas have residents only parking areas. But on enquiring in the information centre as to where it entitled you to park it was apparently for the car park !! so we had paid for one but the owner had purchased one anyway !!! why didn't he tell us, he had my mobile number a text would have done. But we had purchased our ticket before entering the property so had no idea. Very poor communication from him. We did tell the lady who services the property of our disappointment about it and she spoke to him the next day and he told her to tell us he would sort it with us directly, we have heard nothing from him and don't expect to either. Wont be booking his property again. Cottage otherwise was clean and comfortable, only other issue was no shower but we knew this and had asked for a rubber bath mat to ensure no slipping while standing in the bath as my husband is unable to sit in one, he wouldn't be able to get up again. There wasn't one supplied but the lady who came got us one, or we would have had to purchase one ourselves. Beautiful area though, lovely little town, very friendly locals. Would recommend the area and the cottage now has a car parking permit !!!

- Gill, June 2019
John December 2018

“THE COTTAGE WAS COLD, A LADY CALLED TO SEE IF ALL OK BUT SHE COULDN'T LIGHT THE ...”

THE COTTAGE WAS COLD, A LADY CALLED TO SEE IF ALL OK BUT SHE COULDN'T LIGHT THE GAS FIRE, WE EVENTUALLY GOT IT GOING BUT NO INSTRUCTIONS IN THE COTTAGE, THE BATHROOM WAS OF A POOR STANDARD, ONLY WARM WATER COMING OUT OF THE BATH HOT TAP NEEDS UPDATING SHOWER COULD ONLY BE USED WHEN SAT IN THE BATH, VERY DRAFTY COTTAGE IN WINTER, APPRECIATE ITS AN OLD BUILDING BUT WE HAVE STAYED IN OLD COTTAGEDS BEFORE AND BEEN WARM, WOULD NOT RECOMERND

- John, December 2018
Sandra September 2018

“Very comfortable cottage, tastefully furnished and decorated.”

Sedbergh is lovely town and a brilliant centre for walking. Need to say there is a DVD player - I assumed there wasn’t. Good big TV. Felt the lack of: a shower curtain, a colander and egg cups.

- Sandra, September 2018
Lynn September 2018

“We loved this cottage.”

It is in a beautiful town with walking straight from the doorstep. All the amenities you could want are within walking distance. We felt totally at home here , lovely comfortable place to stay. The setting is perfect we would definitely come back

- Lynn, September 2018
Judi September 2018

“We thought this was a delightfull cottage, very comfortable the only thing it needed was WiFi and a shower screen.”

- Judi, September 2018
Elizabeth July 2018

“The cottage was beautifully presented and very clean.”

I think the cottage would benefit from having a freezer and WIFI, as advertised. Super location and would stay in the cottage again. Thank you.

- Elizabeth, July 2018
David July 2018

“Our fault for not reading the description fully.”

Could have been more precise that the shower was not over the bath but had to be hand held, not easy to shower and avoid water everywhere. Also the fact the the fridge was fridge only and not even a freezer compartment which meant some items brought coukld not be kept frozen even though only small items which would fit into a normal freezer compartment..

- David, July 2018
Gail June 2018

“I have already contacted you to complain about the cottage but have not had a reply for 5 days.”

I am extremely disappointed with the cleanliness of the cottage and the customer service I have received. I can give you a full list of the cleanliness issues if you wish. Other points for constructive feedback are. I would strongly suggest putting in a proper shower and curtain. If you try and use the shower attachment you soak the whole bathroom as it is very powerful also we wouldn’t normally book a property without a shower. Not everyone likes having a bath every day I would suggest getting a blind or curtain for the front door for privacy and to stop the sun blinding you if you are sitting in the armchair. I was surprised there was no hairdryer. Only one egg cup and no measuring jug in the kitchen. Very difficult washing dishes as no dish drainer I would recommend bunk beds for the smaller room as very tight for space and no storage for clothes my legs are covered in bruises from bumping into the end of the beds. It’s not very practical having carpet in the lounge as the dining table is there and you have to take pots etc from the kitchen through the lounge to the dishwasher in the utility and I was worried about dropping food on it. I had to hoover every second day due to crumbs. A hard floor would be much easier to maintain. I felt the vacuum was far too bulky and awkward for the size of the cottage and some people would struggle to use it. A rechargeable carpet sweeper would be much easier to use. Would be great to have a small freezer next to the microwave. I would imagine a lot of walkers and families book the cottage. We were unable to buy any frozen food and couldn’t freeze our ice packs for picnics would just make life a bit easier

- Gail, June 2018
Ann -marie July 2017

“The cottage was lovely but disappointing there was no wifi.”

Otherwise fine.

- Ann -marie, July 2017
Deborah February 2017

“Beautiful cottage and couldn't have wished for anything else.”

- Deborah, February 2017
Veronica August 2016

“I would like to have had a dish rack in the kitchen as it was not always necessary to use the dishwasher.”

As it is it is a little awkward as there is no draining board.

- Veronica, August 2016
Moira May 2016

“A beautiful cottage and Sedbergh is ideally situated for visiting the surrounding area.”

- Moira, May 2016
Jo March 2016

“Mini Milestone is a fabulous holiday home that we would highly recommend to anyone looking for a base to walk in the Howgills.”

The décor was excellent and the beds amazingly comfy. The owners were at the end of the phone if we needed them.

- Jo, March 2016

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Summary

Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
Kitchen
Utility
Sitting room with dining area and gas woodburner-effect stove.
Gas central heating with gas stove
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, CD/radio, selection of books and games
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Travel cot and highchair on request
Parking available in main car park 150 yards away at a small charge
Enclosed patio with furniture
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Shop and pub 1 min walk.

The property

Mini Milestone is a tastefully furnished, mid-terrace cottage that lies in the small town of Sedbergh, just on the edge of the Yorkshire Dales. Renovated to a high standard, the cottage would appeal to a small family or two couples who are looking for a relaxing break to this beautiful region. After a day of exploring, put your feet up and relax next to the cosy gas woodburner in the sitting room. The contemporary kitchen sparkles with its granite worktops and white units, offering a resourceful setup for your culinary requests. The double and twin bedrooms can be found upstairs, which are served by the family bathroom. It must be noted that the shower is not over the bath and must be hand-held. Stepping outside there is a small patio area, an ideal spot to dine alfresco style. The central location of the cottage means there are a range of amenities available from the doorstep. Wander the narrow streets of Sedbergh and you will find many independent bookshops, traditional pubs and a Victorian woollen mill that holds an interesting exhibition of fine art. Walk in the clouds atop of the spectacular Howgill Fells, offering a display of complete natural beauty. A 20 minute drive away are the market towns of Kendal and Kirkby Lonsdale. Whom will provide for a greater range of shopping and eating choices, while a visit to the popular Lake District National Park promises more beautiful landscapes, accompanied by the touristy villages of Bowness and Ambleside. An ideal base for recharging and exploring Cumbria and the surrounding areas.

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

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About the location

SEDBERGH

Kendal 12 miles; Hawes 15 miles.

The attractive old market town of Sedbergh (pronounced Sed-Ber), with its old-world atmosphere, is not only set in the magnificent western dales of the Yorkshire Dales National Park but is also close to the rugged eastern fells of the Lake District. The town, with its narrow streets, little shops, traditional pubs, famous school dating back to 1525 and its 12th century church, has been a thriving community for hundreds of years, with a market dating from the 13th Century. Leading from Sedbergh is Dentdale, the jewel of the Yorkshire Dales with its rolling hills and dry-stone walls, stretching 14 miles from the windswept moors below Whernside to the confluence of the Rivers Dee and Rawthey. At the centre of the dale is Dent, with its cobbled streets, which has existed since Norman times and nearby Dent railway station is on the renowned Settle-Carlisle railway line. There are three golf courses nearby, as well as tennis, riding, and fishing, and the area is a paradise for walkers, ramblers, runners, and cyclists. This, together with the tranquillity of the surrounding valleys, the two National Parks and it being England's book town, makes an ideal year-round holiday destination.

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Sedbergh, Cumbria & The Lake District (Ref. 914704)

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Reviews & Ratings

“Expected the cottage to be larger than it was from the photos on the site.”

“Lot smaller than expected.”

“It was not clean enough some damp in bathroom and it had a lot of woodlice”

“We had an amazing week here.”

“The property was well located and the village is lovely.”

“The description is inaccurate.”

“The cottage was left tidy but as of booking it advertised with wifi which it didn't have, also there are recommendation of local takeaways such as the Chinese, sadly this closed some time ago.”

“Lovely cottage.”

“There was no WiFi, even though it advertised there would be, and this was a big disappointment for my partners son.”

“Some trouble with the boiler which the owners attended to as best they could during our stay.”

“This was our 2nd stay at this cottage & it didn’t disappoint us.”

“A beautiful, tastefully furnished and cosy cottage right in centre of Sedburgh with direct access to the Howgills.”

“There was a lot of confusion about where to park for the property, in the details it suggested you could purchase a weekly parking ticket for the nearby car park.”

“THE COTTAGE WAS COLD, A LADY CALLED TO SEE IF ALL OK BUT SHE COULDN'T LIGHT THE ...”

“Very comfortable cottage, tastefully furnished and decorated.”

“We loved this cottage.”

“We thought this was a delightfull cottage, very comfortable the only thing it needed was WiFi and a shower screen.”

“The cottage was beautifully presented and very clean.”

“Our fault for not reading the description fully.”

“I have already contacted you to complain about the cottage but have not had a reply for 5 days.”

“The cottage was lovely but disappointing there was no wifi.”

“Beautiful cottage and couldn't have wished for anything else.”

“I would like to have had a dish rack in the kitchen as it was not always necessary to use the dishwasher.”

“A beautiful cottage and Sedbergh is ideally situated for visiting the surrounding area.”

“Mini Milestone is a fabulous holiday home that we would highly recommend to anyone looking for a base to walk in the Howgills.”

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The property

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About the location

SEDBERGH