Slaters Rest | Langdale | Thrang Fm | The Lake District And Cumbria

4.5★

4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Pets Yes
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Features

Open fire
Garden / Patio
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

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Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

26 Customer Review(s)

Susan
June 2024

“Brilliant location for a week’s walking holiday with the dog around the Langdale Pikes area.”

We found lots of long circular walks, (using the OS app and Instagram) from the doorstep. We did fell walks and lower level walks on alternate days. We got to the top of Loughrigg, and Lingmoor Fell. Weather defeated us on only one day, when we only made it up to Stickle Tarn rather than the top of Harrison Stickle as planned. Gentler walks around Elterwater, Skelwith Bridge, Ambleside, Grasmere and Rydal Water - all round we had a wonderful and memorable holiday. The cottage was a comfortable ...

We found lots of long circular walks, (using the OS app and Instagram) from the doorstep. We did fell walks and lower level walks on alternate days. We got to the top of Loughrigg, and Lingmoor Fell. Weather defeated us on only one day, when we only made it up to Stickle Tarn rather than the top of Harrison Stickle as planned. Gentler walks around Elterwater, Skelwith Bridge, Ambleside, Grasmere and Rydal Water - all round we had a wonderful and memorable holiday. The cottage was a comfortable base to relax in, with a kitchen well equipped enough for us to cook a recipe box meal at the end of most days. We hope to return.. next time maybe we’ll manage a proper mountain.

- Susan, June 2024

Thank you for your review, I’m so pleased that you had a wonderful holiday. Property Owner
Martin May 2024

“Slater’s Rest is a lovely cottage in an ideal location for the local Co-op and pub, and of course the great walks that the Langdale valley and beyond has to offer.”

Although it is set up for 4 people, 4 adults might be a bit of a squeeze. Take nothing away this place is a little gem with the best hot water I’ve ever known as it is boiling and has more pressure than my garden hose on jet! Would I stay again? YES 100%.

- Martin, May 2024

Thank you for your review. It’s great to hear that you enjoyed your stay in the cottage and thought the location was ideal.We think that a powerful hot shower is a must, especially after a long day on the fells, so I’m glad it met with your approval! We hope to welcome you back sometime in the future. Property Owner
Therese January 2024

“We cannot fault the time that we had at Slaters Rest, we certainly came away devastated as we wanted to stay longer.”

The cottage had everything that you needed and the presentation of the property was excellent. Bathrooms and kitchen were high spec, so much more than you would need for a holiday. The location was second to none with essential facilities nearby, pubs and shop. Arrival information was adequate and so we were settled very quickly. The weather was fantastic, gorgeous blue skies one day and then thick crisp snow the next. So picturesque which just added to the brilliant time. We truly recommend this property and will certainly aim to return again. The only slight negative was the broken window in the front door. When we enquired about it we were reassured that the owners were aware of it and it was safe.

- Therese, January 2024

Thank you for your review, I’m so pleased that you had a lovely holiday and that Slater’s Rest had everything you needed for an enjoyable break. The broken glass in the front door was caused by storm damage immediately before Christmas so has taken a little longer than normal to fix, but we are hoping that it will be replaced in the next few days. There is a temporary fix in place so it is secure, and we did ask Lakelovers to inform you of this before your arrival so I’m sorry if this did not happen. We hope to welcome you back to Slater’s Rest at sometime in the future. Property Owner
Amanda November 2023

“This is a very cosy comfortable cottage - we had a really nice week, despite some of the worst weather the Lakes could throw at us with Storm Debbie, and in truth it rained every day after that, and we walked every day, but we were warm and comfortable when we got back.”

The Wainwright is very close and it does the best onion rings in the world, and it takes dogs (not to cook them...). It's quite spacious and furnished in a welcoming way, the sofas are modern but they are soft and plump, not petite and bony. So you can really relax there. The 2 bathrooms and kitchen have been superbly refurbished, very spacious, with underfloor heating, and excellent showers and a bath. The beds were comfortable. The kitchen was also roomy, smart and well equipped with a full four seater table. NB The car park is tight if you have a long car - (someone smashed the rear light of my parked car overnight, presumably whilst reversing out of the car park) - but it is unusual and really useful to have off-road parking in Chapel Stile meaning you can walk from the door - just make sure you pull in as close to the wall as possible. The only improvement I would suggest and it is only a minor suggestion is more coat hooks for wet walking gear, maybe in the front door alcove, although the downstairs bathroom is an excellent drying room! (Perhaps the house was too warm, that's my only other minus - the heater in the living room was pre-programmed to 24C. This was roasting, especially as it is possible easily to get a roaring fire going. This tropical temperature must be costing the owners a fortune!) All in all an excellent place to stay and we will definitely book again.

- Amanda, November 2023

Thank you for your feedback and it's great to hear that you enjoyed your holiday at the cottage despite the rainy weather.I'm glad that you found the cottage cosy and comfortable, if a little too warm - we try to maintain the heating at a comfortable temperature for our guests but perhaps as the weather has been quite mild the settings are a little too high at the moment so we will review this.There are coat hooks by the back door and on the back of the door of the understairs cupboard, but we can provide additional hooks. We hope to see you again at Slater's Rest sometime in the future. Property Owner
Paul October 2023

“On Wednesday morning, we were advised by the owner of number 1 that there was a water supply problem into the holding tank.”

We were advised not to use the shower or bath and fill containers with water. On Thursday morning, we were unable to have a shower or bath. I messaged you by Whatsapp on Thursday afternoon to advise you of this. On Friday, there was no hot water at all so we were forced to have cold showers. I messaged you repeatedly on Whatsapp but did not get a single meaningful response to indicate that you were following this up. I phoned you on Friday afternoon after eventually being able to get a phone signal, and you advised that a separate team receive these messages. As I said to you, is there no communication between teams? It is utterly brainless and from a customer service perspective, very very poor. I would like to be compensated for this - either as an ex gratia payment or a complementary voucher towards a future stay. I expect you to extend the courtesy of a reply to this message.

- Paul, October 2023

Thank you for your comments. This feedback does not reflect the owner or the property. We apologise for the issues you encountered but please contact us through the appropriate channels in order for us to resolve this case. Lakelovers Owner Relations Team Property Owner
Sharon September 2023

“Slaters Rest is in a great location for walking in the Langdales with the benefit of a parking space and a view over the valley with many walks able to be started from the cottage.”

Comfortable with all facilities that you would need on a walking holiday.

- Sharon, September 2023

Thank you for your review. I’m pleased that you found Slater’s Rest a comfortable base in a great location for your holiday and enjoyed walking in the beautiful Langdale valley. Property Owner
Janine July 2023

“Please note these are only very minor points and will not put us off staying in the future.”

Generally the property is nice, it is in a great location, the cottage is comfortable, however only minor points are - the rug in the sitting room either requires professionally cleaning or replacing, we would go as far to say the odour (dog odour) so much so we rolled it up and stored it in the cupboard until the end of our stay, there was no hand wash, there was empty hand wash containers on the sinks, the mop was also disgusting with a very strong unpleasant odour, the addition of a clothes maiden would be perfect too, the weather was a little wet during our stay, we struggled to hang our wet clothes in a suitable place to dry, also the hoover had a very unpleasant odour whilst in use.

- Janine, July 2023

Thank you for your feedback and I was very sorry to hear that you had a few minor issues with cleanliness at the property. We were only made aware of these when we received your review late last evening - had we or the Lakelovers housekeeping team known that there were problems at an earlier stage of your holiday, they would have been dealt with immediately. The rug has been replaced today and a new clothes maiden has been delivered to the property. The mop has also been replaced and the hoover bag changed. We try to maintain everything at the cottage to a high standard, so are of course disappointed when things are not up to scratch. I have made the housekeeping team aware of your comments and apologise again that some things were not at an acceptable standard. I hope that you enjoyed your holiday in the Langdale Valley. Property Owner
Joanne June 2023

“Stayed here many times.”

Love the new improvements. New bathroom is lovely. We'll be back!

- Joanne, June 2023

Thank you for your kind comments, we are pleased to see that you enjoyed your stay and the new improvements. We look forward to welcoming you again. The Lakelovers Owner Relations Team Property Owner
Beverley May 2023

“Just returned from a few days at this cottage.”

A very comfortable cottage in a lovely peaceful village. Spotlessly clean, very comfortable beds, wonderful views. A short walk to the general stores, Wainwrights Inn and The Britannia, both serving home cooked food with a few vegetarian options. Plenty of walks from the doorstep.

- Beverley, May 2023

Thank you for your feedback. We agree that Chapel Stile is a lovely village and it's great to have both a pub and village shop within walking distance. I'm glad that you found Slater's Rest a clean and comfortable base for your holiday. Property Owner
Michael April 2023

“Slaters Rest provided a fine base for our Lake District holiday.”

The property had all the facilities we needed for our time in Langdale, with comfortable beds and warm rooms to return to after damp, chilly days exploring.

- Michael, April 2023

Thank you for your feedback. I'm glad that you found the cottage warm and comfortable, and that it contained everything you needed for your holiday. Property Owner
Geoffrey March 2023

“A pretty cottage in an ideal location.”

A well fitted cottage which had everything we needed and was clean and well fitted out. As the heating was preset we found it a little cold at times and a longer ‘on’ cycle or a boost facility would have been nice. We would strongly consider staying in this property again.

- Geoffrey, March 2023

Thank you for your feedback, and I'm glad that you enjoyed the location of Slater's Rest and found that the cottage provided everything that you needed for your holiday. I'm sorry that you found the cottage occasionally a little cool - we do try to maintain the heating at a comfortable temperature for our guests, and also provide complimentary coal for the open fire in the living room so that you can be warm and cosy if the weather is chilly. Property Owner
Ellen March 2023

“Slaters Rest is a perfect little cottage in an ideal setting.”

Very clean and well maintained. Dog friendly with walks from the dog and views beyond expectation.

- Ellen, March 2023

Thank you for your review. It’s great to hear that you enjoyed your stay at Slater’s Rest so much. We agree with you that the views in the Langdale Valley are beautiful, and it’s a lovely place for a holiday with your dog. Property Owner
Christine December 2022

“The property was as advertised.”

A small but cosy house in a good location to be based. Lots of hikes and bike routes on the door stop and the local shop has all the essentials. The larger bedroom was a good size and had a super king-size bed. The kitchen was well stock and whilst the bathroom was downstairs it worked well as a drying room after longs days hiking in the rain. The wifi connection was good. The tv is old and the dvd player doesn't work properly any more. Would be useful to have a smart tv, even a small one so we are able to use our streaming services. All in all a good value place to stay. Our only issue was perhaps the amount of dog hair in the place. We don't have dogs and there was dog hair every where downstairs; on all the rugs and even the kitchen floor. There was even a poo bag left out by the front door.

- Christine, December 2022

Thank you for your feedback, and I’m glad that you found Slater’s Rest a cosy place to stay for your New Year break. I’m sorry that there was evidence of dog hair at the property. The cottage is thoroughly cleaned by the Lakelovers housekeeping team between each letting, but on this occasion they clearly did not meet their normal high standards. I will take this up with Lakelovers to ensure that they are aware of your concerns. Your comment with regard to the TV was very helpful, in the winter months when the weather can be mixed we appreciate that a Smart TV would be beneficial and we have arranged for one to be installed. Best wishes for 2023. Property Owner
Linda December 2022

“We had a great week at Slaters Rest, it ticked all our boxes.”

Lovely and comfortable and you only need to open the door and walk through fantastic scenery into glorious mountains. Christmas day lunch at Wainwrights was also fantastic.

- Linda, December 2022

Thank you for your feedback. I am so glad that Slater’s Rest ticked all your boxes for a comfortable Christmas break, and that you enjoyed the wonderful scenery surrounding the cottage. Property Owner
Brian November 2022

“The property is in a nice location, the property could benefit from an upstairs ...”

The property is in a nice location, the property could benefit from an upstairs bathroom and a new mattress for the main bedroom

- Brian, November 2022

Thank you for your feedback.The property currently only has a downstairs bathroom, however we are planning to install a second bathroom upstairs during 2023. I am sorry that you were disappointed with the mattress in the main bedroom - it is a high quality mattress and was replaced within the last year. I hope that you had an enjoyable holiday at Slater's Rest. Property Owner
Anthony October 2022

“This is a cosy cottage with comfy bedrooms and stunning views.”

It is well equipped with a spacious kitchen. It is a fifteen minute brisk walk to the nearest pub, the shop is slightly closer. The cottage is well positioned for accessing a variety of good walks. The shower room is modern but situated downstairs past the kitchen which is a bit of a pain if you get up in the night. My only gripe was there was no spare toilet roll, I usually bring some but forgot on this occasion and had to go out and buy some.

- Anthony, October 2022
Elaine July 2022

“Comfortable, clean cottage, great location, great booking process.”

We were very happy with our last minute stay and hope to come back.

- Elaine, July 2022
Raymond June 2022

“Small but ideal for a couple & a dog.”

Excellent location, Fell or valley walks straight from the door. Walking distance of some very good pubs. Personally i would make the small bedroom into ensuite bathroom but downstairs bathroom was ok. Enjoyable stay.

- Raymond, June 2022
Keri May 2022

“I was disappointing by the bedding.”

There was blood stained bedding which had obviously been washed but still stained. When I stripped the bed as requested I was also disappointing to find an old stoned duvet. I think the duvets and bedding need replacing. The mattress protector in one of the rooms was also obviously stained. This also needs replacing.

- Keri, May 2022

Thank you for your feedback. We are sorry to hear that the quality of the bedding was not up to standard. Lakelovers look after this property on behalf of the owner and we will ensure that the laundry is thoroughly checked and replacement items sourced. Thank you for bringing this to our attention. Property Owner
Sharon January 2022

“We had a lovely stay in this beautifully presented Cottage with fab views from the front of the house.”

Just a couple of useful points. There is no phone reception in the area but there is a land-line (we needed this for old people to be able to contact us!) but WiFi was perfect so we could use watsapp even for video calls to other family . The stylish wet room is actually downstairs and through the small lounge and kitchen. If you are a person who needs the loo more than once a night it might be useful to know this! Also for us though the rainshower is fun it woukd be useful to have a hand held option too. We recommend this property

- Sharon, January 2022
Paul December 2021

“We were very comfortable, only slight downside was the lovely bathroom being downstairs, but I can see the trade off with the third useful single bedroom, for young families, which we didn't use.”

As we were there in dark nights, a larger TV would have been appreciated. However the general equipment and facilities were very good and all within a stunning location. We really appreciated the supply of coal, a nice generous touch. We would recommend and re-book Slaters Rest in the future.

- Paul, December 2021
Tina October 2021

“We have stayed a few times at slaters rest and always enjoy it.”

However this time the house was grubby. The only thing that appeared to have been cleaned was the floor which was swimming in a strong bleach solution. It needs a deep clean. The bin lid was full of food etc… I am sure at times the cleaning staff are up against it but we weren’t happy. We have left it cleaner than when we arrived.

- Tina, October 2021

Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review further to your stay with us at Slaters Rest; although it was ever so disappointing to read your negative comments about the cleanliness here. The Lakelovers housekeeping team clean this proeprty so had we been made aware of this during your stay we would have happily reattended to make good for you. I'm really sorry that you encountered this, and this is not the usual standard we would expect of our cleaners. I really do hope that this didn't mar your stay with us too much and we really do hope to welcome you to stay with us again at Slaters Rest in the near future. Kind Regards, The Lakelovers Owners Relations Team. Property Owner
Charlotte October 2021

“Excellent place to stay in the lakes, good views, close to a nice pub and some brilliant walks.”

Lovely to have the working coal fire!

- Charlotte, October 2021
Peter August 2021

“A clean, well appointed and homely cottage situated in an ideal location with stunning views.”

Parking was a bit of a squeeze with allocated parking slots but didn’t pose any particular problems and there were numerous walls from the doorstep. With a shop and a pub within easy walking distance All the essentials were on-hand. The cottage itself had excellent cooking facilities; fridge/freezer, oven, hob, microwave, dishwasher and a washer/dryer. The only slight drawback was that the wet (beautifully presented) was downstairs, which was a bit of a nuisance for a visit during the nigh. In general, the cottage was perfect for our needs, which included a Walk-loving Labrador And I have no hesitation in recommending Slaters Cottage.

- Peter, August 2021
Jonny May 2021

“Wonderful location!”

Very cost little cottage with pretty much everything you could ever want (except a bath maybe)! The knives could do with a bit of a sharpen would be my only feedback!

- Jonny, May 2021
Tina April 2021

“The only problem we encountered was the erratic water supply.”

We had stayed in the cottage before and did call you out to look at the problem but this time we were aware nothing could be done. We are early rises so every morning we wanted breakfast pack our lunch make our flasks etc but there was never any water!! We had to fill bottles kettle etc when water was coming out of the taps if we were in during the day. This however didn’t impact too much on our stay but a warning would be nice. The wifi also never worked the router just kept flashing. Lovely cottage perfect place just a few slight irritations.

- Tina, April 2021

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Summary

Master bedroom with king size bed & stunning views across the valley to Lingmoor
Twin bedroom with large en-suite bathroom comprising bath, separate shower, basin and W.C
Downstairs bathroom with shower, basin and WC
Kitchen with dining area, sitting room.
Electric heating with open fire and underfloor heating and heated towel rails in both bathrooms
Please note: From September the open fire will be replaced with a multi-fuel stove
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher
Smart TV, DVD, WiFi
Coal, power bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Reminder- Guests are asked to bring their own firelighters, kindling and matches
Off road parking for 1 car
Communal garden area
This property does not accept children under 3 including infants
Two well-behaved dogs welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Pub 11 mins walk, Shop 10 mins walk
Note: Private water supply

The property

This former quarryman's cottage is a walker's dream in the Langdale Valley, part of a terrace overlooking the valley to the Langdale Pikes. The setting is sublime, only minutes from the sleepy village of Chapel Stile where an excellent pub restaurant, general store and stunning old church are waiting to be explored. Pets are welcome in this charming little retreat, full of traditional character yet lovingly restored to provide comfort and calm - away from the rush, relaxed and welcoming after a day on foot on the fells. You'll find a contemporary dining kitchen for sociable meals and a cosy lounge with open fire. The bedrooms are both a treat with inspiring mountain views and one has a large ensuite complete with bath, perfect for a long soak after a day outdoors. == Accommodation in detail Private parking for 1 car. Enter to the cosy lounge with magnificent views and a warming open fire. The modern kitchen / dining room is well-equipped for daily meals, with a door leading outside and providing direct access to the fell behind. The wet room is also on this level. Up some narrow stairs to the two bedrooms; one has particularly fine views over the valley, whilst the other has a luxurious ensuite bathroom with fellside views. Outside you'll find a shared garden area, perfect for morning coffee or sunset drinks. Location Chapel Stile is a small village in the picturesque Langdale Valley, just 4 miles from Ambleside yet immersed in peaceful, untouched landscapes. You'll find a wealth of walking routes for all abilities in every direction. From leisurely strolls to Elterwater tarn, to challenging routes on the famous Langdale Pikes. From your Chapel Stile holiday cottage, a pleasant first outing takes you down the peaceful road running into the Langdale Valley, arriving at the 'Old Dungeon Ghyll' walkers' bar. There you'll find the perfect place to soak up the remote and unspoilt scenery for the first time. Ambleside is the ideal place to stop off and stock up the kitchen on your way. The vibrant village centre is also well worth a few day visits; lazing in cafes, visiting historic sites such as the roman fort, or strolling to the shores of Lake Windermere to take a lake cruise to Bowness or Lakeside. Ambleside tourist information centre is a useful port of call for walking routes, and there are plenty of expert outdoor stores where advice will be on hand. You'll find a plethora of excellent Lake District country pubs in the Langdale Valley, serving locally brewed ale and hearty food. If you're looking for a special evening out there's a wide choice of restaurants in Ambleside just a short drive away.

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

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About the location

LANGDALE

Ambleside 5.6 miles; Coniston 7.3 miles; Grasmere 9.7 miles.

Often referred to as Great Langdale, to distinguish it from nearby Little Langdale, Langdale's name comes from the Old Norse for 'long valley'. Langdale is a u-shaped valley formed by glaciers. It encompasses the two villages of Chapel Stile and Elterwater, as well as the hamlet of High Close. Set in the centre of the Lake District, Langdale is probably best known for its mountains, from the Langdale Pikes – a group of mountains on the northern side of the village – to England’s highest mountain, Scafell Pike. Rock climbers will also love Raven Crag, Gimmer Crag and White Ghyll. There Not surprisingly Langdale is also famous for it’s spectacular views, including Dungeon Ghyll Force Waterfall, Harrison Stickle and Pike of Stickle. it is an extremely popular holiday destination and loved by hikers, climbers, fell runners and lovers of the outdoors in general.

Please note: From September the open fire will be replaced with a multi-fuel stove.

Coal is provided for the fire but please do bring your own kindling and firelighters, and matches.

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“Brilliant location for a week’s walking holiday with the dog around the Langdale Pikes area.”

“Slater’s Rest is a lovely cottage in an ideal location for the local Co-op and pub, and of course the great walks that the Langdale valley and beyond has to offer.”

“We cannot fault the time that we had at Slaters Rest, we certainly came away devastated as we wanted to stay longer.”

“This is a very cosy comfortable cottage - we had a really nice week, despite some of the worst weather the Lakes could throw at us with Storm Debbie, and in truth it rained every day after that, and we walked every day, but we were warm and comfortable when we got back.”

“On Wednesday morning, we were advised by the owner of number 1 that there was a water supply problem into the holding tank.”

“Slaters Rest is in a great location for walking in the Langdales with the benefit of a parking space and a view over the valley with many walks able to be started from the cottage.”

“Please note these are only very minor points and will not put us off staying in the future.”

“Stayed here many times.”

“Just returned from a few days at this cottage.”

“Slaters Rest provided a fine base for our Lake District holiday.”

“A pretty cottage in an ideal location.”

“Slaters Rest is a perfect little cottage in an ideal setting.”

“The property was as advertised.”

“We had a great week at Slaters Rest, it ticked all our boxes.”

“The property is in a nice location, the property could benefit from an upstairs ...”

“This is a cosy cottage with comfy bedrooms and stunning views.”

“Comfortable, clean cottage, great location, great booking process.”

“Small but ideal for a couple & a dog.”

“I was disappointing by the bedding.”

“We had a lovely stay in this beautifully presented Cottage with fab views from the front of the house.”

“We were very comfortable, only slight downside was the lovely bathroom being downstairs, but I can see the trade off with the third useful single bedroom, for young families, which we didn't use.”

“We have stayed a few times at slaters rest and always enjoy it.”

“Excellent place to stay in the lakes, good views, close to a nice pub and some brilliant walks.”

“A clean, well appointed and homely cottage situated in an ideal location with stunning views.”

“Wonderful location!”

“The only problem we encountered was the erratic water supply.”

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LANGDALE