Ashness

We really enjoyed our stay in this cosy cottage.

It was spacious and had everything we needed for the week that we stayed. We had hoped to spend some time outside but we were disappointed with the amenities. The back yard was not a nice place to be and as a first impression going into the cottage, it was extremely disappointing. However, due to the cool weather we didn’t miss what we thought we were getting as an outdoor space.

Enjoyed our return visit to Ashness.

The property was well presented, nice and clean on our arrival with quality and stylish furnishing throughout. The bed was comfortable and the electric shower worked effectively. We didn’t use the log burner as the central heating and storage radiators provided sufficient warmth. The front and back doors were easier to operate than we recall so may have been adjusted. The area around the back door would benefit from a tidy up - a leaking rain gutter seems to have left its mark. We didn’t spend much time out there so it wasn’t too much of an issue for us, just a bit unsightly

A very sleepy village, handy for several places of interest.

Found the property to be a "little tired" and in places it could have been cleaner especially the blinds throughout the property. In other properties we have rented we have been left a welcome pack, i know it isn't a rule but it would have been nice especially with no village store.

The photographs don’t do this cottage justice.

There’s a new very comfortable sofa and tasteful furniture. The king size bed is very comfortable. We didn’t need to use the wood burner as the cottage was warm and you can manage the heating so it’s cooler at night. The owners were helpful and the village quiet. All the equipment was easy to use and plenty of cleaning materials. I always appreciate dishwasher, laundry products, loo rolls etc so you don’t need to plan a shop. I also think this is good value for money. Appreciated the smart TV for a wet week in winter. We would return

Ashness is a beautiful cottage nestled in the tiny village of Bassenthwaite.

I stayed here for five nights over Christmas and it was absolutely wonderful from beginning to end, just so cosy. Would love to go back again. Jonny (and Sam the golden retriever

This is the second time we have stayed here .

Overall we would recommend booking it .A few additions such as an information pack on how to use the appliances and heating would be helpful .A small welcome pack of bread and milk would help as there is no shop in the village and we travelled a long way The setting is great and the Sun inn very welcoming.

Lovely cottage, comfortable and well situated to explore the surrounding area.

Quiet village, easy parking.

Lovely cottage, peaceful and an ideal place to unwind and relax from work and life in general.

Situated in a lovely village this could be a quaint cottage.

It is in need of a deep clean, the kitchen is cluttered and dark. The carpet and rugs were not clean, the vacuum is not powerful enough to clean and no cleaning / dishcloths were provided. Tea towels were old and stained, settee had crumbs beneath cushions and dust underneath. The ceiling creaks loudly every time the residents above walk around, not so great at 2am. Refurbishments are not badly finished and there is certainly no roll top bath. The shower hose is filthy in the grooves and the blinds are dirty. The access doors don’t fit and are a struggle to lock. There is no cupboard space for food which has to be left on the bench. The oven is dirty. There is limited info available for guests- advice on parking would help. There was a bowl of miniature toiletries on the kitchen table some of which were used-not a great idea to share eye make up remover. One and a half toilet rolls and one square of kitchen roll! Freezer is iced up. It didn’t feel clean, comfortable and compatible with the Sykes ratings. We were lucky to have fabulous weather and enjoyed the Sun Inn.

Whilst the cottage was good, and the village was lovely, the outside space was very tight and the main thing for us was that there was someone above and it was very noisy and intrusive, you could hear people moving around, particularly in the night and early morning.

The cottage was lovely and had everything you could need for a comfortable stay.

We would certainly consider staying at the cottage again. The bed, in particular, was really comfy. The cottage's closeness to Keswick and the walking paths starting right from the doorstep were great. We were a bit worried about parking, considering how busy the Lake District can get, but it turned out to be a non-issue and we had no problems at all.

Ashness is a lovely property, part of a terrace of old cottages in the centre of friendly Bassenthwaite.

The cottage is warm, comfortable and tastefully decorated whilst retaining its character. The owners provide nice quality products in kitchen and bathroom including a bottle of wine that was appreciated. We did not need to light the wood burning stove but noted that logs, firefighters and matches were provided. We found the king size bed very comfortable, helping us enjoy a good nights sleep after a day on the fells. We highly recommend Ashness and hope to make a return visit in the future.

I thoroughly enjoyed my stay here and I will be returning!

! The bed is SO comfortable. The facilities are fantastic, I just had a little issue with the fridge freezer - the freezer was fully iced up and the door wouldn't close, and this then impacted the fridge as it requires the freezer to be fully functioning for the fridge to work I have later learned. It did end up in me having to throw some food away when the fridge decided not to keep cold and I hadn't noticed. Anyway, it didn't affect my stay greatly as I would still return - it has everything you need. For those with dogs, there is no contained garden and the grass near the cottage is a shared piece of land so just something to bare in mind. There is also no designated car parking spot but there is a great little shared car parking space down from the cottage which was perfectly satisfactory (just a bit of a chore when unpacking & repacking the car at the beginning & end of the stay!). The cottage owners are really friendly and were helpful when I mentioned the fridge freezer. I look forward to coming back!

Comfortable, well equipped cottage which had everything we needed for our week in the lakes.

After days walking the fells we really appreciated coming back to a warm homely cottage. The 50 yards walk to the pub was an added bonus!

A new integrated fridge/freezer is required as door seals do not fit correctly.

On arrival freezer was a solid block of ice with ice inside the fridge too. Owner called to rectify and did so but temperature in fridge not correct; on departure freezer was already full of ice. The cottage only consists of the downstairs rooms, the floor above is occupied and we could clearly hear people walking around at night and early in the morning. The shower is electric and a mere trickle. The hot tap in the bathroom is the wrong way round. The outside seating area is not enclosed and therefore we were unable to let our dog outside unattended, the grass slope at the rear is steep and not enclosed. The cottage is dark and the outlook from the front window is the side of a barn. The situation of the cottage in Bassenthwaite is good, the village is lovely and the Sun Inn pub is just round the corner. The main settee dipped in the middle. The front door didn't fit properly and was difficult to close. There were enough firelighters in the cottage for one fire. It would have been nice to have a welcome pack.

Clunky website that didn't change dates correctly when I processed a change.

.. so cost me £30 for nothing. Ashness is brilliant, the owner excellent.

Ashness is the most beautiful cosy cottage which was the perfect base for a week exploring the Lakes.

The photos don't do justice to how wonderful the owners have made this home, including some new couches you can melt into after a long day hiking! We adored our stay and could not recommend Ashness more! We can't wait to book our next visit.

Very comfortable cottage with great views of the hills .

A nice touch was the welcome gifts .The local Sun inn does nice meals and ales .Highly recommended.

I had a lovely stay at Ashness.

The cottage was super cosy, and a fair bit bigger than other cottages I've stayed in for a similar price. It was a perfect base for me and my dog to explore the North Lakes. We even got to know some of the friendly neighbours on the village green! I would absolutely recommend the cottage to a friend.

Perfect stay.

Very peaceful, lots of walks, cosy cottage.

What a lovely cosy little place, one couldn’t wish for anything better.

The owners were very friendly and welcoming, the comfort was first class with all the amenities one could need, including a great local pub 50 yards up the road.

Had a really lovely stay in Ashness.

The space was just what was needed & walked from the door every day to explore the countryside which was perfect. The welcome wine was very much appreciated and there is a brilliant pub just around the corner from the property. Really easy on road parking as well.

We had such a lovely stay at Ashness!

The cottage is in a really great location, with loads of fantastic walks nearby. The cottage itself is really lovely too; comfortable, cosy, and well equipped. We will definitely stay there again!

We had a fantastic week in Ashness.

We generally always stay in Keswick, so this was a first visit to Bassenthwaite for us and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The cottage was very well equipped & cosy plus the Sun Inn around the corner turned out to be a gem! We did tend to gravitate towards Keswick for our hiking & choice of shops, but it was literally a 15 minute drive. The only (very minor) issue we had with the cottage was after 2 days of rain, we struggled to get clothes dry. Maybe a heated airer or washer/dryer could be considered. Otherwise perfect for us and our pooch.

We had a lovely stay in this well equipped and comfortable cottage.

It is a good size for two people and well located for visiting the northern lakes.

The property felt like a home (as opposed to a holiday home).

The kitchen was extremely well stocked with equipment and the little extras. We had already read that there was a lack of space for food storage - so we brought our supplies in a crate and placed it on the stepstool - problem solved

Nice cottage lovely owners right upstairs if we needed anything.

Welcome gift of a bottle of wine was thoughtful. Cleaning products and laundry detergent all there for us. Pub literally around the corner which was great for evening meals everyone very welcoming of our dogs. Lovely little village, I would go again.

The ground floor flat is finished to a high standard and very clean, but there are a few suggestions I would like to make which would make one's stay even better.

First - it would help to have some cupboard space in the kitchen for groceries. We had to leave all of our food out on the worktop which took up a lot of space. Second - non of the lighters worked so some matches as a back up would be a good idea. Third - some instructions for the heaters as we couldn't get any of them to work. Thankfully we stayed during hot weather so it wasn't too bad. Also these drawbacks were not too inconvenient as we only stayed a few days, but if we had stayed any longer they would have been.

Such a beautiful cottage and incredibly well appointed.

Little touches like the welcome wine, the wood burner ready laid everything in the kitchen being so handy, were much appreciated. A real home away from home with a wonderful array of walks from your door. We slept really well (excellent bed!) and enjoyed sitting in front of the wood burner as well as dog walking up through the woods. Just a wonderful week - we will definitely be back again.

Lovely cottage, good facilities, a real home from home .

Very cosy. Thankyou.

Lovely cottage in a great location for exploring the lakes.

Cottage is well equipped with everything you need and is very comfortable. Thank you for a lovely stay.

We loved the cottage but couldn`t work out the underfloor heating in the kitchen

The cottage was lovely.

We had a very comfortable stay and had no complaints at all about the property. Kitchen facilities were excellent. Although comfortable, we found the bed a little on the soft side for us. One issue for dog owners to note is that there is no secure garden area to let dogs out. Early morning and night time wees involve getting dressed and going for a quick walk around the village. This is clear from the property info but we found it a bit of an inconvenience.

Great cottage with everything you could need.

Brilliant location for exploring the north Lake District. Really friendly and helpful host.

Lovely quiet cottage that is well equipped and comfortable.

A very comfortable, clean and cosy cottage, thank you

Lovely comfortable cottage.

It had every thing we needed for a great holiday

Just returned from a four night break at Ashness, it’s a lovely mix of traditional and modern, everything you need for a comfortable stay is there.

It’s located in the peaceful village of bassenthwaite, a lovely pub is just yards away. The bed was comfortable, the bathroom modern, the kitchen a great size. The owners Adrian and Susan are very friendly and approachable. Would definitely stay again!

We have just returned home after a wonderful stay at Ashness.

The cottage is lovely - comfortable, clean and very well equipped. We were really pleased and have had a fantastic stay. The bed was really comfortable. The lounge is lovely and the kitchen has everything you need. I'd read the recent review about damp, and was slightly worried before we went, but there was absolutely no damp or damp smell in the cottage. The village is lovely and a super base for stunning walks in the local area. We would highly recommend this property and location. Thank you for a wonderful and relaxing stay.

Really lovely cottage in a quiet village.

We had a very relaxing time. Great location for great days out. The access to the cottage is very easy to find, just follow the instructions, plenty parking close by. We had no issues at all with our stay. We will definitely rebook. We met Adrian the owner, he is very friendly, approachable and made us feel welcome. Thank you so much!

I would like to say how disappointed we both are.

What was meant to be a little weekend break, combined with a special family celebration nearby turned out to be a massive let-down. Upon arrival at the cottage we found a dehumidifier and a piece of paper with instructions, as well as a few mini dehumidifier boxes in the bedroom, please see pictures attached. Being asthmatic made it worse. Had I been aware of these damp issues, combined with a strong moldy damp smell, I would have not booked this cottage. We looked for alternatives but there was nothing to suit our needs as in no pet friendly local alternatives available at such short notice. Having made bookings with Sykes Cottages previously it is even more disappointing that this property slipped through the net and does not meet the usual high standards. It is fair to say though that apart from the damp issues, otherwise the cottage is really nice, with quality towels and bedding provided, a very cosy living room and a well equipped kitchen. The power of the electric shower is not great, however, it still works well enough. With the owners living above the property, you can hear them walking around but that is not a big problem. We bought some air freshers for the bedroom and used the dehumidifier as advised but still, it really spoilt our stay.

A home from home, tastefully decorated and clean, with lots of nice touches (books, games etc) and everything you need.

Situated in a quiet village, ideally situated for so much good walking with a nice pub just two minutes down the road on foot. We will definitely be booking again because it was perfect for us. Oh, and the owner is a friendly and really helpful chap too. Just a pity we didn’t get the opportunity to say a big THANK YOU!

Really clean, comfortable, warm and well furnished.

I would have liked a hair dryer and written instructions on use of heating, washer etc. However these are just quibbles rather than problems as had I really needed these things the owners were accessible upstairs. Lovely situation. Would recommend.

Had a lovely family getaway at Ashness, modern amenities and facilities yet you still get that cosy cottage feel with the fireplace and decor.

Was really nice to come back after a long day of hiking and enjoy a hot chocolate in front of the fireplace. Location is in a peaceful area with some great mountain views. Host was welcoming and answered any questions we had and was very accommodating when we were having some car trouble which we really appreciated. Would definitely recommend

Only thing missing was Wi-Fi login details, which was swiftly rectified.

The accommodation was perfect and the owner very friendly and welcoming (bottle of wine particularly welcome!).

Lovely stay (even though we had a fairly rainy week) and friendly owners.

Good pub close by. Good TV, WiFi, mobile phone coverage (for the lake district). Clean and tidy. Comfortable bed, quality bedding. Only downsides are low shower pressure, but we managed fine for the week, and bit of a struggle finding the keysafe but owner answered call immediately and assisted. Bassenthwaite is a really lovely village and friendly locals. Lovely stream with ducks. Keswick short distance away. Nearby Mirehouse (house open Wed and Sat pm only, grounds open every day) and the Lakes distillery (good bistro). Recommend booking Bassenthwaite Lakes Station Cafe (not a working rail line any more) for superb food (daytime only). Lingholm kitchen gardens, excellent cafe. The Pheasant Inn, Keswick has very good home cooked food, and the Sun Inn, Bassenthwaite is good too.

Delightful cottage in a charming and quiet village.

Lots of thought and effort has been put into the accommodation to make the stay enjoyable. Very helpful and pleasant owners. Fantastic walks and bike rides from the doorstep. Would definitely return.