Hunter's Cottage | Troutbeck Bridge | The Lake District And Cumbria

4.2★

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

Reviews & Ratings

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Cleanliness

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Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

41 Customer Review(s)

Lindsey
October 2024

“Just stayed at the lovely cottage.”

Perfect location and a beautiful house. It had everything we needed, beds were super comfy and very clean. Would definitely return

Perfect location and a beautiful house. It had everything we needed, beds were super comfy and very clean. Would definitely return

- Lindsey, October 2024
Tania October 2024

“Lovely cottage, great location, in need of a bit of a refresh - particularly bathrooms.”

Was made aware of light not working properly in kitchen, but not a major problem as took lamp in there. Would have been nice if there had been some wood for a fire on the first night.

- Tania, October 2024
Helen September 2024

“The photos of this cottage misrepresent the current state of the property and must have been taken some years ago.”

The state of the shower room on the first floor should prevent this property from being listed in the first place, it is damp, dank and has mould on the ceiling and floor. The smaller bedroom has cracks and a hole in the plaster on the wall. The big bathroom now has a black shower curtain around it which is not in the pictures and is probably there because the other shower is not hygenic enough to use. The washer/dryer is in a tiny cupboard under the stairs with stuff in front of it, no photo of this, why is it not in the kitchen? The shower room has leaked and damaged ceiling on the way down the stairs. All of the woodwork is battered and grubby. Had i seen the true state of the property I would not have stayed there and it ruined our holiday.

- Helen, September 2024

We are sorry that you found this cottage not suitable for your stay, we are sorry you had not reached out to us during your stay, as we would have been happy to listen to your concerns and work to rectify them. We would love to welcome you back in the future. Lakelovers. Property Owner
Carl August 2024

“General maintenance lacking.”

. stone step up to property loose. No hot water in small shower. Lack of pots and cutlery. Kitchen looks good in pics but layout very compromised. Lots of cobwebs on ceilings and higher surfaces. Lounge and beds comfy. Property generally needs to paint and tlc.

- Carl, August 2024

We are sorry that you had some concerns during your stay. We would have been able to address these for you if we had known. We hope you had a enjoyable stay and would love to welcome you back to the Lake District and Hunters Cottage again. Lakelovers. Property Owner
Michelle July 2024

“We (4 adults and 2 small dogs) visited the property and it certainly didnt disappoint.”

We had a lovely time. The cottage is lovely. I took things like tea towels, kitchen foil, fairy liquid, kitchen roll, toilet roll when it was already provided. We enjoyed the walk to and from Windermere (approx 2 miles each way). Sunday morning we woke to a small deer in the garden just beautiful to see. We would definatley visit again and also recommend this property to friends/family very good value for money. Thankyou to the owner for letting us stay

- Michelle, July 2024
Lisa June 2024

“Lovely property perfect for our 3 night stay.”

2 adults and 1 dog. Gardens front and back both have a nice seating area for when the weather is nice, we even spotted a deer one day out front of the property. Ideal location, 20 minutes walk into windermere, plenty places to eat, plenty that are dog friendly, and 40 minutes walk into bowness-on-windermere, great views of the lake and plenty places to eat including dog friendly. Around 5-10 minutes drive into Ambleside, although parking is expensive - im a northerner and hate parting with money. We did a number of different hikes in the area which were all great. We ate out so didn't need to use the kitchen equipment. Bed was comfy. I would recommend this property to others.

- Lisa, June 2024
Pauline May 2024

“Need few more pans needed Nest tables be usefull Bathroom window legdge awful just a sand down and repaint let’s the lovely bathroom down The steps a bit of an issue especially if you go in the Winter , a banister would be soooo handy and the solar lights set enough sun to work The garden was full off dead leaves really old ones so I brushed up and the outside and had to wash the patio door at bottom and window .”

The bedroom I was in was the smaller double wardrobe hard to get clothes in but the other room had loads of wardrobe space so put them there The welcome pack was a lovely touch On the whole it is a really lovely place to stay so comfortable we would stay again pa . The Dawn chorus is amazing

- Pauline, May 2024

Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback. We are pleased to see that you enjoyed your stay. We take all your feedback on board, and will be looking into them. We hope that you would return again. Thank you- The Lakelovers Owner Relations Team. Property Owner
Lisa May 2024

“The garden could be a lovely feature, and in the nice weather that we had we did sit outside, but it is very overgrown and needs cutting back at the gate and the paths to access the house more easily.”

A set of drawers in the bedroom would have been useful and the towel radiator in the shower room needs fixing. With a bit more maintenance this could be a lovely place to stay. The kitchen/dining room is lovely and well equipped, although the ceiling needs a good clean at the apex. Sykes were unhelpful and do not provide a phone number for contact only a WhatsApp message service. The listing does not state whether towels are provided and for the week previous to going I tried to confirm if they were or not. I was eventually contacted 2 days after we’d arrived. Towels are provided. The listing also stated that there is a pub within a mile, but it has closed down so this should be noted.

- Lisa, May 2024

Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback. We take all your suggestions on board. We will take a look at the information provided in the property, and the listing to ensure that it is correct. We apologise for the issues that you experienced in trying to contact us. Thank you- The Lakelovers Owner Relations Team Property Owner
Nicola December 2023

“Lovely little property equipped with everything you needed for a very relaxing break enclosed.”

garden for our little dog location was about a 40 minute walk to lake windermere or a five minute drive if you didnt want to walk also Garage,/shop (spar) about 10 minutes walk with everything you needed omly thing I would say it that when you check in at 4 pm it was pitch black and no lighting up to property there was solar powered light but unfortunately don't work in the winter so would say lighting would be beneficial but by all means not a negative to the property would definitely stay again and recommend this to family and friends well worth a vist

- Nicola, December 2023

Thank you for your feedback. The owner has noted your comments on the lighting and is looking into changing this. We are so glad that you enjoyed the property and all that the area has to offer. Thank you for your recommendation. Lakelovers Owner Team Property Owner
Helen December 2023

“Unfortunately this is a review of 2 halves, I cannot fault the fact the cottage was warm and clean, however that is where the good ends I am afraid.”

My family and I have over the years rented many holiday cottages and this is the very first time we have arrived and there has not even been a pint of milk in the fridge and some tea and coffee as a welcome, in fact in the shower room there wasn't even any toilet roll! We don't expect a red carpet, but a few essentials when you have paid over £1000 for the week would be really appreciated. The write up for the cottage does say access is not easy, however I think this underplays the fact it is actually dangerous at this time of year, there is no lighting or handrail and no attempt had been made to clear the steps of the fallen leaves from the autumn leaving them incredibly slippery in places. The description of the sleeping arrangements also leave a lot to be desired, there are not 2 king size bedrooms, although yes I agree the second bedroom does have a king size bed in, it cannot be described as king size, there is little more than six inches to squeeze down on the window side of the bed with 2 disused pipes sticking out of the floor to fall over in the middle of the night, and with the bed in place you cannot open the wardrobe door more than a third of the way making access almost impossible. Whilst I appreciate that when on holiday not everyone wants to cook to much we were in the cottage for Christmas and we found the kitchen to be poorly equipped to prepare dinner. There are only 3 pans, and a couple of oven trays, and whilst there are plenty of pint size glasses there was only 4 wine glasses and 4 (One of which was chipped on the rim) smaller glasses that could be used for a whiskey or a G&T. It is a nice house in a great location for exploring the lakes, but the over riding feeling you come away with is that the owner just wants to take the money and put no real effort into maintenance or or thought into how you would actually live in/use the house. A shame as with a bit of effort it could be great.

- Helen, December 2023

Thank you for taking the time to provide this feedback. We are sorry that a toilet roll was missed in one of the bathrooms, this was an oversight by Lakelovers and not the owner. Thank you for highlighting the problems with the outdoor lighting, the owner is now working toward improving these. The maintenance is managed by Lakelovers and we are working toward improving this property. The owner is sorry that you were faced with these issues during your stay. We are glad that you found the cottage warm and clean. Lakelovers Owner Team Property Owner
Shannon December 2023

“Faulty towers of cottages.”

The door handle falling off was the worse thing whilst I was in the bathroom, not surprised considering the screws were found rusting on the shelf, if I had been alone in the property, I could have been stuck in there a while. Almost slipped and broke my in the neck in the garden on a step was loose and nearly sent me flying. No explanation on the bins and weremtonput the rubbish, they provide you with a tiny white and black bag, that gets used within the first three days and all the neighbours have different coloured bins for recycling etc. We tried reading the manual left in the cottage was just dumped and put together, not in order and have the pages have just been taken and dumped in the front. I did try reading it to see were to put recycling etc nothing. Not forgetting the coffee table wheel was broken which can't be helped but the wheel just left snapped off and not taken away, feel like the owners could presume we did it, but I took photos to prove it wasn't due to time stamp etc. I rang Sykes to inform them of all this said I would receive a call back nothing.

- Shannon, December 2023

Thank you for this feedback. As this is a self catering property we only provide a starter pack of household goods. The owner is sorry that you have found the property below par. They are working towards correcting the issues and improving the property for future guests. Lakelovers Owner Team Property Owner
Anne October 2023

“This is a feedback of two halves!”

1. The house is extremely comfortable and very clean. The facilities I.e. cooking washing machine enclosed garden for the dogs were perfect ! The setting is beautiful with the woodland and the birds. 2. The access is very difficult for anyone with mobility problems. It is quite a distance from the car to the house. Anyone arriving in the dark would have a struggle as there isn’t a light. Finally and most puzzling is the bedding in the double bedroom. I understand the need to protect the mattress but the waterproof on the bed would keep out even “Storm Babet” ! In addition given the quality of the fittings in the house why on earth would you use such cheap bedding. The house deserves more. Please don’t spoil this lovely house for the want of good cotton bedding with NO STATIC. Overall I loved the house and would recommend with these caveats.

- Anne, October 2023

Thank you for your feed back, it was great to see your enjoyed your stay at Hunters Cottage with a 10/10 score. To reply to the points you have raised, there is a paragraph on the website about the access from the car park and as we move to the darker nights the cleaner will leave the outside light on. Mattress protectors are necessary but we can have look at changing that one. Thank you and hope to see you again soon. The Owner Relation Team. Property Owner
Larissa August 2023

“Lovely cottage we had a great time !”

Super king size bed was lovely although the king size is pushed against the window so very awkward to get out during the night as it also has a wooden bottom ledge. Also you cannot get to the wardrobe as the bed blocks it ! Shower in main bathroom v wobbly and garden needs tending ! The rest of our experience was v positive ! Well equipped and we really enjoyed ourselves .

- Larissa, August 2023
Neil August 2023

“The property was advertised as described.”

A great central location to explore the area. The property itself has a nice layout with an extension providing a great space for the kitchen diner, perfect for the family get away. Some observations without being overly critical are that there is some minor maintenance required , loose tap and radiator in the upstairs shower room and smell of a possible water leak as smells musty after the first day using the shower. The windows require regular cleaning outside, in fact i personally cleaned the small double doors as they were awful once the sun shone. Garden would need regular upkeep with grass cut and bushes trimmed. Overall we were satisfied with our stay and would potentially book again in the future.

- Neil, August 2023

Thank you for your feedback. We are glad that you enjoyed your overall stay with us at Hunter's Cottage. We appreciate your comments and will pass these on to our maintenance team to look into. We would love to welcome you back in the future. The owner relations team - Lakes Cottage Holidays. Property Owner
Andy July 2023

“A large place, plenty of room for four people and a dog.”

Nice areas front and back of the property to sit and relax. Great kitchen and dining area for everyone to enjoy. Wifi and TV are very good. Steps up from the front car park are steep, you can park on the main road and walk down to the back of the house. Great location to explore the area. Recommended place and would stay again.

- Andy, July 2023
Philip July 2023

“Had a lovely stay in Hunters cottage, very spacious and nicely furnished, bed was very comfortable, could have done with a fan for the bedroom at night, kitchen was fairly well equipped, gardens were lovely and private and perfect for the dogs, we put something at the side of the back garden in case they went round to the front by themselves which worked perfectly, the cottage is in a great location, close to Windermere, we went to quite a few places that wernt too far to travel, there is a lovely dog walk not too far away where they can go in the lake, all in all we had a fab week.”

- Philip, July 2023
Connor June 2023

“The cottage has given us inspiration for what we want our forever home to be like - thank you for sharing such a beautiful place!”

- Connor, June 2023
Keith June 2023

“The level of cleaning could be improved.”

We were unable to us the garden as the grass has not been cut for a number of weeks and outdoor furniture had not been cleaned for some time. In need of a gardener

- Keith, June 2023
Craig June 2023

“Second time we've stayed at the property, it is a great location with nice facilities, however felt different to the first time we stayed.”

Grass in garden hadn't been cut which made picking up dog poo very challenging. The floors were also filthy throughout, they hadn't been mopped prior to us arriving. There was also leftover bits of food in the fridge and the microwave from the previous occupants.

- Craig, June 2023

Thank you for your feedback please accept our sincere apologies that the house was not as expected upon arrival our caretaker takes great pride in her work had the issues with cleanliness been reported during your stay we would have returned to the property to investigate and rectify any issues you had. We do hope that this did not detract from your enjoyment of the Lake District and look forward to welcoming you again in the future. Kind Regards - The Owner Relations Team Property Owner
Andrew May 2023

“Excellent cottage and location with lovely gardens and outdoor seating areas.”

Good secure bike storage.

- Andrew, May 2023

Thank you for your feedback. We are glad you enjoyed your stay with us. We hope to welcome you again soon. The Owner Relations Team - Lakes Cottage Holidays Property Owner
Jum March 2023

“Great property and good location for amenities and walking.”

- Jum, March 2023
Tracey February 2023

“We have just had a long weekend at Hunters Cottage (two couples and two dogs).”

There are many positives as well as a few suggested areas for improvement. The kitchen/diner was very bright, spacious and well equipped. We loved the underfloor heating when it was on but didn't really know how/when it was coming on so it was a bit random. We also loved the breakfast bar, the giant table and access to the back garden for the dogs. Nice clean and big enough fridge/freezer for our needs, dishwasher was good to have as the sink is only tiny. Areas for improvement in the part of the house include: 1. More bin bags and dishwasher tablets please - we were there for 3 nights and spent a lot of time in the house in the evenings so needed more of these. 2. Security light for the back garden would be a very useful addition for letting dogs out at night - we brought our own bright torches (the torches provided were no good at all when it was really dark). Also the garden is 'enclosed' but the mesh fencing surrounding and separating got next doors garden was a bit patchy and our dog got into the neighbouring garden so we had to fashion some make shift blockages ourselves to prevent this happening. We didn't let the dogs in the front garden as we were too nervous that they would escape through similar patchy fencing. On to the rest of the house. Lovely comfy lounge with smart TV which was great for us to access Netflix etc. Log burner was good but didn't match the instructions in the folder (more on that later) - it looks like the instructions are for a different log burner, maybe a previous one? Large sofas were great for our party and very comfy. Areas for improvement in the part of the house include: 1. Low hanging central glass lamp shade proved to be a hazard for our 6 foot 5 son who caught his head on it several times! 2. Could perhaps do with another side lamp? 3. Glass coffee table had broken wheel fixture when we arrived - the cover off one of the wheels was lying on the floor and couldn't be re-attached - it definitely wasn't us who broke it! The 'snug' and downstairs loo area - we didn't use the snug at all but did find the downstairs loo very handy. I can imagine some families might use the snug but for us it was a wasted space - we all said how it might be used as a 3rd bedroom space perhaps with a sofa bed? Upstairs bedrooms. Great master bedroom with lots of space, slightly 'snug' second bedroom which was a bit of a squeeze when luggage and belongings were in it with the guests. Couldn't really get into the cupboard very easily. Areas for improvement in the part of the house include: 1. Master bedroom has not dressing table so have to stand to dry hair etc using mirror on the wall - would be useful to maybe add a tall stool to this room if no room for dressing table. 2. Also needs a bedside lamp on both bedside tables in master bedroom - there is only one. 3. Could also do with proper curtains across whole of master bedroom window - roller blind on middle portion not great when the sun comes up in the morning. Upstairs bathrooms. Large bathroom is lovely and the bath is great once you know how to run the water to keep it hot. Impossible to use the shower in here though as the shower curtain is set up so weirdly that you can't enclose the bath to stop water escaping down the back. Not sure what can be done about that. Small shower room - okay but a bot if a squeeze and the shower curtain is so far into the shower that it's impossible to shower without it sticking to you which is not very pleasant at all. Water splashes all over floor when using it too so need to constantly mop up after people have used it. Areas for improvement in the part of the house include: 1. Reconfigure shower curtain arrangement in large bathroom and shower room. 2. Provide bathmat for large bathroom - there was only one in the shower room. 3. Provide more than one toilet roll per bathroom for a long weekend stay for four people!!!!! Overall issues. 1. Information folder needs a good tidy up and refresh. 2. Please can you give some information on the heating for the main part of the house - only by luck did we work out how to out heating on, we were freezing for the first day and night. 3. Hand rail at steep steps to front door are lose and unsafe - need fixing. 4. Maybe better signage for Number 5 - not easy to spot on arrival. especially in the dark. Overall positives: Very clean and homely cottage, great location, well equipped. We would definitely stay again - all of our comments are just suggested 'tweaks' to make it completely perfect!

- Tracey, February 2023
Stephen January 2023

“Starting with the positives - location is great, short walk to Windermere and walks, bus stop nearby.”

Beds very comfy. Two bathrooms and downstairs loo. Utility area. Nice decor with spacious lounge and snug. Two TVs that worked. Kitchen is well equipped (although dishwasher tablet flap didn't always work), good size with underfloor heating so we spent most time in here. Visit didn't start well as there were no instructions about the heating system, food from previous occupants was found in a cupboard, and the Christmas decorations were still in the snug creating a hazard for my dog. Sykes got the decorations removed and tried to sort out the heating but we ended up using the plug-in heaters in the old part as the heating came on at odd times (probably due to previous occupants tinkering?). I feel the steps to the main door are too steep and small, especially when carrying items. It's a long uphill walk from the parking area which was muddy and uneven. Thankfully it didn't rain when we were loading/unloading. The shower in the small bathroom needs checking as the temperature fluctuated and was extremely hot on occasions. Welcome pack was basic. No recycling facility. I'd stay again in good weather and hope this feedback facilitates improvements for others to enjoy.

- Stephen, January 2023

Thank you fro your feedback on your stay at Hunters Cottage. We were glad to see you had a great holiday. Regarding the points mentioned, please accept our apologies,as Lakes Cottage Holidays manage Hunters Cottage for the owners. The heating, it seems that the main controls, that would not normally be used, had been altered incorrectly. I am glad we were able to communicate this to you, and we will be making some improved instructions for future users. Arrangements had been made for the cleaner to collect the decorations, so we do apologise they were still there and the cleaner also sends her sincere apologies about the food in the cupboard also, she had missed this. Hunters Cottage is serviced by a commercial waste collection, where everything is recycled at the depot. There should be a sign in the property and on the bin explaining this, however, we will re-do the sign as it appears to have gone missing. We try to explain about the access to the property and you can also approach Hunters Cottage from the main road above. We have had our Compliance Manager visit about the steps and whilst they are within regulations, the owners have added a hand rail to make it easier. Thank you for taking the time to send us your comments and please be assured we have taken them all on board and acted on them as necessary. The Lakes Cottage Holiday Owner Relations Team. Property Owner
Jenny December 2022

“Fantastic house, very very clean on arrival and all home comforts.”

The kitchen area was fabulous. Beds comfortable, plenty of hot water and very cosy. Great location. Spacious for two couples, we slept well and enjoyed being there when weather was bad. Christmas decorations were a lovely touch, thank you. A few points, we arrived with heavy rain at 4.45 at night, the path was slippy and torches provided were wholly inadequate. The light should be left on at least. The path in winter is an accident waiting to happen and a decent flood light and clearing of the leaves on the path would help hugely. It was also not clear which house it was and took us ages to find the ‘large’ sign indicating no 5 , this was small and hard to find. Invest in proper bedding, the duvet covers and pillow slips are inferior quality. Hotel quality would improve this and make the bedroom feel more luxurious. Had a great stay and would return, we appreciate all the little touches provided and the fully equipped kitchen.

- Jenny, December 2022
Nadine December 2022

“We stayed at Hunters Cottage for Xmas and it was lovely.”

We were 2 adults, 2 older children and 2 dogs. I would definitely recommend the property for a family break however there are some things to be mindful of which has stopped us booking it for Xmas again next year. First of all, access to the property is up a fairly long steep bank of uneven gravel and wood stairs. We couldn’t arrive till after 4pm which meant it was pitch black on our arrival. Unfortunately I ended up tripping over one of the wooden steps because I couldn’t see and hit my leg pretty hard as I fell. Just a fairly large bruise but still not the best way to arrive to your holiday home! Once inside we did find torches but these were not at all bright and trying to hold them while carrying in our cases and Xmas pressies was a bit of a nightmare. We noticed that the neighbours have installed security lights and it would be great if this property owner did the same as this would make it much safer for people arriving in the dark. The final steps to the door are slippy stone and quite easy to misplace your footing. I note that a previous review identified this and the owner was supposed to have installed a handrail to make this safer but this has not been done as suggested. There is rear access to the property through the kitchen to the main A road which might have been a little easier but it is still via sloping walkways and in the dark, plus there were cars parked there for the duration of our stay so we weren’t able to park there to unload on this occasion. It would be helpful to have a security light to the rear garden as well for when letting the dogs out and when returning to the property at night. We fortunately had a head torch which once we realised we needed it we were grateful to have, but the property owner could make the experience much easier and safer by installing simple security lights. Another thing to note about the back garden is that it leads to a walkway to the main A road. This is useful for walking into town, but if you have young children the gate is on a simple latch only, so just something to be mindful of. Apart from these issues ( which are less of an issue if you know to have a good torch, or you arrive during daylight) the property was one of the nicest we have stayed in for Xmas. The kitchen diner is really lovely, warm and homely with under floor heating. The TV in the kitchen was a bonus as it meant the kids and adults could watch different things. The kitchen was well equipped and everything worked well although the knives were completely blunt so maybe take your own if you like to cook. We liked the fact the washer dryer is in the cupboard under the stairs as this meant you didn’t have to listen to it in the kitchen. Having a dryer was also great. It is nice that there is a large island to eat at as well as a large table so you can choose to eat breakfast or meals more informally as a family, but then we had a nice big table to have our Xmas day meal at. The beds are comfortable and the bedding was warm and soft. The smaller bedroom has a cupboard but it is a little difficult to access because the door opens into the bed but it was still useful and it didn’t bother us. The master bedroom has a large built in wardrobe which was great. We liked the fact that there are 2 bathrooms upstairs, a shower room and a bathroom with a lovely large bath and both have their own toilets which is handy. The bath unfortunately wasn’t great as there wasn’t enough hot water, so that was a shame as the bath is massive and would be lovely to relax in if the water wasn’t tepid! There is also a small bathroom downstairs next to the snug which meant not having to go upstairs to the loo. There is a main lounge with 2 large sofas so we were all able to spread out and be comfy, and the log burner was lovely, though it hadn’t been cleaned out when we arrived. There were only enough logs for one fire but we had expected that and brought our own so just be aware. The TV is a really good size and the WiFi was excellent. In addition to the main lounge there is a snug with another large sofa. We found this great as an alternative place to sit and read a book or play board games with the kids. The gardens are lovely and well established and it was lovely to see lots of birds everyday. As we visited during a rainy week in December we didn’t spend anytime in the gardens but there are tables and chairs to both the front and rear and I can imagine they would be lovely to sit at on a nice day. The rear garden off the kitchen is next to the A road though the large wall helps to reduce the road noise. We found inside the property we couldn’t hear the road noise at all and the bedrooms are all on the other side of the house so were nice and quiet. There was only 1 wheelie bin and no separate bin for recycling which meant we ended up bringing some of this home with us as the bin was full by the end of our stay. A separate recycling bin would be helpful. The parking was plentiful for the property and it is a fairly easy walk to the town which had lovely dog friendly places to eat and drink. We would recommend Brown Sugar. There is a pub nearby called the Sun Inn which was run down and pretty much empty so would avoid that. There is a file with information in it but this was really disorganised and could do with being clearer. Overall, we had a lovely comfortable stay and would consider staying again in future but the property owner could make arrival and access a little easier and safer for guests.

- Nadine, December 2022
Freda December 2022

“Was going to book for next year but unfortunately price has almost doubled”

- Freda, December 2022
Lesley October 2022

“The property was clean and comfortable, and we really liked the property.”

I was however very concerned about the steps up to the property. They are very steep and there were no handrails. We nearly slipped a few times and we are a fit and active family. I think this needs to be addressed by the property owner before an accident happens.

- Lesley, October 2022

Dear Lesley, Thank you for taking a moment to write a review of your recent stay at Hunter's Cottage. I am delighted to hear that you enjoyed the property and found it clean and comfortable. I am sorry to hear you found the steps to be problematic in the wet and the cold. We take your points on board, and the property owner has subsequently ordered a handrail for the set of steps by the front door to aid future guests. I hope we have the ability to welcome you back again to Hunter's Cottage. Kind Regards, The Lakes Cottage Holidays Team. Property Owner
Kate October 2022

“Lovely cottage.”

Warm, spacious and well equipped. Always plenty of hot water and fantastic location for exploring the lakes. Felt at home straight away. The only criticism was that there was no starter pack/ logs for the fire and it hadn’t been cleaned out.

- Kate, October 2022
Hazel May 2022

“Lovely cottage in perfect location.”

Comfortable, clean and quiet. Only concern was no bannister on stairs which are quite steep.

- Hazel, May 2022
Abbie May 2022

“We loved our stay at Hunters Cottage.”

The cottage is situated in a great location to get to Windermere (we usually walked in around 15/20 minutes) and Ambelside. The cottage has beautiful front and rear gardens, the walk up the garden from the parking was no problem for us however we wouldn't recommend for disabled or elderly. The super king bed was very comfortable with lovely linen and excellent bath/showers. The house is very bright and spacious and had everything we needed, with the exception of not being able to find the instant hot tap in the kitchen which is mentioned in the arrival manual! Overall we really enjoyed our stay and would definitely return or recommend to friends.

- Abbie, May 2022
David March 2022

“The cottage was beautiful and we had an amazing time.”

The location is fantastic and we could easily get to Ambleside, Windermere and Bowness. Would definitely recommend.

- David, March 2022
John January 2022

“Brilliant location in between Windermere and Ambleside surrounded by great walks property is everything it says didn't want to leave, had 1 issue arise which was repaired within a few hours while we were out on a walk which was great service by maintenance.”

Will be back again

- John, January 2022
Gillian November 2021

“The cottage was lovely and nicely furnished, however when we arrived the bank of lights above kettle and microwave where out.”

Then on the Sunday evening none of the lights would come on. Thankfully we had a torch. It might be helpful to have some sort of rail going up the stairs as I felt stairs a bit steep. We couldn't find a teapot! Also how about a list of contacts, chemist, caretaker etc. Once again I would like to say that the cottage is lovely and in a great location.

- Gillian, November 2021

Thank you very much for your feedback and reporting the issues upon your departure. I can confirm that the lights have since been fixed. We do have out of hours emergency contact details both on your booking confirmation and in the welcome folder in the property. I am please to say we are adding a teapot to the property also! We look forward to hopefully seeing you again. Property Owner
Samantha October 2021

“Fabulous house and location.”

The directions are not clear though (couldn’t see a wooden bin store) and as we arrived after dark we really struggled to find the house so lighting and clearer numbering would help. That said now we know which house it is we would rebook it, such a well equipped house! Thank you

- Samantha, October 2021
Graham October 2021

“There is no wheelie bin for the general waste”

- Graham, October 2021

Thank you for your feedback, we are sorry you couldn't find the bin during your stay. Hunter's Cottage does have a designated bin for the property although it is unlabelled. We will ensure that the bin is labelled up to make it more obvious for future guests. Property Owner
Heather September 2021

“This cottage is perfectly located and central to all attractions within the Lakes.”

Maybe need to be mindful of the steps up to the cottage. There’s front snd rear access snd we found the front access from the main road easier for taking your gear in and out. Very comfy all round.

- Heather, September 2021
Catherine August 2021

“A bright, clean cottage with all the facilities we required.”

- Catherine, August 2021
Annabel May 2021

“Beautiful house, spacious, large gardens and has a lovely style.”

Great location, great parking. Hard to find the cutlery and the oven is a bit tricky to work but everything else was perfect. Would book it again and would be perfect for couples or families

- Annabel, May 2021
Susan Patricia April 2021

“After a 20 minute search for the cutlery drawer we settled in to a most enjoyable and comfortable stay in Hunter's Cottage.”

It is located in a peaceful wooded spot, excellently located to visit pretty much everywhere in Cumbria. We also liked the fact that we could walk to the centre of Windermere. We would have no hesitation in recommending to our friends.

- Susan Patricia, April 2021
Jill September 2020

“Rather a lot of steps for people with mobility issues.”

Perfect location,not far to drive for most of the lakes.

- Jill, September 2020
Lynn February 2020

“Having been the first guests to stay in this property, we were extremely please with the facilities, location and homeliness.”

We had one small issue with the outside steps being loose as only recently been installed and with the weather conditions had not dried properly, called to say there was a problem and it was dealt with promptly and professionally. We will definitely be back, thank you for our stay.

- Lynn, February 2020

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Summary

Two bedrooms: 1 x super king-size, 1 x king size
Cloakroom with basin and WC
Bathroom with free-standing bath with hand held shower, basin, and WC
Shower room with shower, basin and WC
Kitchen/diner.Electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, washer/dryer, Sitting room with wood-burning stove.
Underfloor heating in kitchen
Wood burning stove
TV, and WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Off-road parking for two cars
Garden with patio and seating, lawn, and terrace
Lockable outside store suitable for outdoor equipment and bikes
Three well-behaved dogs welcome
Please note: access to the property from the parking space is via the rear garden, with a series of steps and an undulating gravel path, which maybe not be suitable with those with mobility issues.Torches are provided inside the property, however if arriving during the winter months, a torch could prove useful for your initial arrival
Sorry, no smoking
Shop within 0.5 miles, pub within 0.4 miles

The property

Hidden within beautiful woodland within the amazing Lake District National Park, nearly on the doorstep of Lake Windermere, is this gorgeous property, Hunter's Cottage.

Ideal for two couples or a family this is a delightful and contemporary space to call home while you discover the best of this favourite UK holiday destination.

Relax into your evening within the sophisticated kitchen/diner, where a red brick wall lines the room with a striking feature clock, and a long rustic dining table and chairs provide the perfect spot to sit at while the evening meal simmers.

Over in the kitchen area you can make use of the excellent appliances within this sleek area, simply, but effectively, decorated and home to an electric oven and hob and fridge/freezer.

Retire to the sitting room where a wood-burning stove can keep you warm as the bay windows provide views of the woodland scenery outside, with a large TV for entertainment, you can wind down after a busy day of walking and sightseeing.

Enjoy a quiet moment settled on the sofa bed in the snug room next door with a good book, or use it for providing flexible sleeping arrangements for the group.

Seek your sleeping spot in one of the two excellent bedrooms, with a super-king-size and a king-size both decorated in neutral hues, and served by two bathrooms, including a shower room and a bathroom with a free-standing bath for a relaxing soak.

Outside, the enchanting multi-level garden hosts outdoor furniture for you to enjoy sitting with a coffee or hot drink, with the birds in the trees providing the soundtrack to your morning.

The Lake District is known for being home to an abundance of well-documented walks, so why not begin your stay by getting to know your surroundings and enjoying one of Wainwright's first walks in the Lakes, a circular route from Windermere up to Orrest Head, offering an incredible viewpoint of the landscape that can begin on your doorstep.

Hop onto a lakes cruise to travel to Lakeside where the fantastic Lakes Aquarium is, with an underwater otter tunnel and a host of freshwater and marine life to marvel at.

In Bowness-on-Windermere you can feel nostalgic for your childhood with a trip to the World of Beatrix Potter Attraction to see Peter and Friends, afterwards browsing the many eateries and pubs to pick from to enjoy a bite to eat.

Find an abundance of places to hire watersporting equipment from, or book lessons with on the shores of Lake Windermere, with one being Windermere Outdoor Adventure Centre which offers canoeing, kayaking and even windsurfing.

As well as being near to Kendal and Ambleside, Hunter's Cottage makes for an amazing base from which to relish the wonders of the Lakes.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250.

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About the location

TROUTBECK BRIDGE

Windermere 2 miles; Ambleside 4 miles.

The small village of Troutbeck Bridge lies between the famous towns of Windermere and Ambleside, close to the renowned Kirkstone Pass, within the Lake District National Park. Made up of a scattering of Lakeland cottages, this quiet village offers a thriving and very popular local pub, serving real ales and fine food. The bustling towns of Windermere and Ambleside are close by, providing a range of amenities including shops, pubs and cafes. Lake Windermere boasts a range of lakeside activities, including trips to the famous Aquarium and the renowned Grizedale Forest Park, whilst children will enjoy the World of Beatrix Potter in nearby Bowness, where technology brings her characters to life. With destinations such as Coniston Water, Kendal, Keswick and the Lakeland Mountains all within easy reach, Troutbeck Bridge is an ideal location for exploring all that the region has to offer.

This property offers the following short breaks:

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Last minute
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Reviews & Ratings

“Just stayed at the lovely cottage.”

“Lovely cottage, great location, in need of a bit of a refresh - particularly bathrooms.”

“The photos of this cottage misrepresent the current state of the property and must have been taken some years ago.”

“General maintenance lacking.”

“We (4 adults and 2 small dogs) visited the property and it certainly didnt disappoint.”

“Lovely property perfect for our 3 night stay.”

“The garden could be a lovely feature, and in the nice weather that we had we did sit outside, but it is very overgrown and needs cutting back at the gate and the paths to access the house more easily.”

“Lovely little property equipped with everything you needed for a very relaxing break enclosed.”

“Unfortunately this is a review of 2 halves, I cannot fault the fact the cottage was warm and clean, however that is where the good ends I am afraid.”

“Faulty towers of cottages.”

“This is a feedback of two halves!”

“Lovely cottage we had a great time !”

“The property was advertised as described.”

“A large place, plenty of room for four people and a dog.”

“The cottage has given us inspiration for what we want our forever home to be like - thank you for sharing such a beautiful place!”

“The level of cleaning could be improved.”

“Second time we've stayed at the property, it is a great location with nice facilities, however felt different to the first time we stayed.”

“Excellent cottage and location with lovely gardens and outdoor seating areas.”

“Great property and good location for amenities and walking.”

“We have just had a long weekend at Hunters Cottage (two couples and two dogs).”

“Starting with the positives - location is great, short walk to Windermere and walks, bus stop nearby.”

“Fantastic house, very very clean on arrival and all home comforts.”

“We stayed at Hunters Cottage for Xmas and it was lovely.”

“Was going to book for next year but unfortunately price has almost doubled”

“The property was clean and comfortable, and we really liked the property.”

“Lovely cottage.”

“Lovely cottage in perfect location.”

“We loved our stay at Hunters Cottage.”

“The cottage was beautiful and we had an amazing time.”

“Brilliant location in between Windermere and Ambleside surrounded by great walks property is everything it says didn't want to leave, had 1 issue arise which was repaired within a few hours while we were out on a walk which was great service by maintenance.”

“The cottage was lovely and nicely furnished, however when we arrived the bank of lights above kettle and microwave where out.”

“Fabulous house and location.”

“There is no wheelie bin for the general waste”

“This cottage is perfectly located and central to all attractions within the Lakes.”

“A bright, clean cottage with all the facilities we required.”

“Beautiful house, spacious, large gardens and has a lovely style.”

“After a 20 minute search for the cutlery drawer we settled in to a most enjoyable and comfortable stay in Hunter's Cottage.”

“Rather a lot of steps for people with mobility issues.”

“Having been the first guests to stay in this property, we were extremely please with the facilities, location and homeliness.”

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The property

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About the location

TROUTBECK BRIDGE