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We booked Low Graythwaite Hall in addition to Silverholme Manor for our wedding guests. It is a truly lovely unique property, there is plenty of communal spaces for sharing dinner and drinks with family and friends as well as the private sanctuary of very large comfortable bedrooms. The period features of the house are a wow factor and the little modern touches make it a home from home. Our guests had a lovely time and each one commented on how beautiful the house was and how comfortable the beds were, there is plenty of walking places to take a stroll and see the beauty of the estate and t...more
We had a wonderful week here celebrating big birthdays in our family. The welcome hamper was lovely and everything on arrival was perfect, comfortable rooms fully equipped, plenty of space for each family to enjoy. The youngest member aged 4 was taught chess by his older cousins, it provided hours of unexpected amusement, an example of the extra touches which made this beautiful place a really special holiday. The booking and information prior to arrival was very easy and Vanessa patiently answered all our questions straight away. What else can I say, this isn’t cheap but worth every penny...more
The property was easily located and was clean and tidy although we thought the shower room could do with some attention. The shower door had no catch and could easily come open. The towel radiator never came on making it difficult to dry towels.
The house is lovely. Few damp patches in bathroom and kitchen. The pink headboard in the annexe bedroom needs replacing or a good clean.
Location perfect right by the lake only a short walk to silverholme where we were attended a wedding which was also in a beautiful location the weather was perfect. The cottage was cosy & well equipped just could have done with a hand rail on the outside steps & a bannister on the bottom of the stairs as we are in our 70s & found it slightly tricky but we had a lovely time & would recommend it lovely having your own lake frontage .
The cottage was very quaint and clean with good quality fixtures and fittings. Bed was comfortable and hot water readily available. The small shop on the quadrangle contains luxury essentials, but if you plan to self cater rather than eat out it is advisable to stock up beforehand. Surrounded by beautiful countryside for walks. If you are attending a function at the Hall then the walk to access Silverdale is quite lengthy and down dark country roads , so go prepared.
Comfy cosy quiet base to explore the Lake District Absolutely doggy heaven Would love to return again
Really lovely cottage. There were some minor cosmetic things that needed addressing however, overall it was a lovely cottage. I just wish we have more time to enjoy it and the local area. For the Light the Lakes event though it was very remote, and on our part we needed to plan ahead more with our food and maybe should of had a Tesco's delivery. A couple of times we popped to the shop and it was closed. Poor timing on our part. The fan in the master double room bathroom could do with upgrading as it doesn't extract fast enough, leading to a lot of condensation. It was reported that the...more
Absolutely stunning location, tranquil and perfect stay for us with our dog Bob the cottage was stunning and cosy so much so we have booked again for January The 4 x 4 experince topped it off brilliantly Simonwas a star such a lovely knowledgeable lad thanks again
We had a lovely stay but for the price that cottage would’ve been (we had a heavily discounted price) I wouldn’t have been that pleased with the very poor quality and poor condition of the kitchen utensils, especially pots and pans, strange array of plates (it felt like a jumble of unwanted items cleared out of someone’s house) and bleach stained tea towel. The clock in the kitchen needed a new battery on arrival and it would be nice to leave more than 2 dishwasher tablets for people. The throws in the twin room malted a lot and left green fluff on everything and a second bedside table is need...more
We’ve had the most wonderful week at Field Head House. All generations - from age 10 to 81 - have thoroughly enjoyed the comfortable and peaceful surroundings. Such a bonus to have two sitting rooms, as well as a well equipped kitchen, grand dining room, two utility rooms, ample bathrooms and four spacious bedrooms. Step free access throughout has been extremely helpful. Watching the wildlife has been a real highlight, as well as walks around the estate. We can understand why so many guests return, also in a very convenient location for everything Windermere has to offer. Many thanks for havin...more
What a gorgeous little cottage. It was just perfect for our weekend stay in the Lakes attending a family wedding. The cottage was very comfortable, clean and welcoming. We did not light the woodturner but what a great addition for those damp lake days. Would certainly recommend.
Hilltop was a great cottage that was nice and private with no passing traffic or people. It was a great base to explore the surrounding areas. Everything in the property worked and was ok but it's all a little bit tired and in need of some tlc. I appreciate it is an old cottage but things like the outdoor furniture was broken so unuseable, patio slabs were loose. There is a lovely view of lake windermere but it's blocked by overgrown bushes. The grass wa to overgrown for the kids to play in. It's also all a bit damp inside property. We really enjoyed our stay and would return but it w...more
We’ve been using Graythwaite properties for a number of years but over the last 2 to 3 years we have notice a considerable decline in cleanliness and overall repair. On our most recent stay will we discovered mouldy walls, in corners and behind beds. The bedrooms smelt fusty which is how we came to check. Not good for anyone asthmatic. Furniture does not appear to be periodically moved to clean. The shower cubicle had black mould too, The patio area was unusable with broken furniture, weeds, moss and grass growing all over. Just not very inviting and neglected.
We had a great time. My only comment would be that you might consider fitting a hook with a rope or chain across the top of the track leading down from the road to the property. While we were there, quite a lot of people parked up at the top despite the 'private parking' sign, some walked down thinking it was public access to the lake, and one drove down his van down to make an enquiry!
This was central to our week in the lakes, lovely location, quiet at night, superb wildlife. Useful having a shop on site too!
We have stayed in many holiday homes in the UK and this one is a favourite. The location is fantastic. Just a few minutes walk from the Lake itself where on sunny days you can watch the boats go by all day. The location is remote, which took a while to get used to. We had excellent customer service from Sarah & Paul.
The location is good, but our cottage (Con Brow) had a terrible smell caused by a rug which we had to leave outside. Also, it felt like some maintenance was needed - a leaky tap in the bathroom, the floor boards in the bedroom were collapsed in one place and paint peeling elsewhere. Overall it was ok, but very much ok, and not worth what we paid (£250pn).
We had a wonderful four days at Grassholme, loving the walks by the lake and hikes just a short drive away. (It helped that we had amazing weather, much sunshine and just a few passing showers.) It was really convenient to order provisions in advance and have the refrigerator stocked when we arrived. The one small negative was the lack of water pressure in the shower, which was okay at best, but we all embraced long baths. We'd love to go back in the summer and try out more of the adventure activities. Highly recommend!
Our autumnal family break was much needed and we enjoyed our stay on the Graythwaite estate in the Bullpen cottage.
Well appointed cottage. Scenic and convenient location. Hot tub appreciated great views. Complaints mostly because some equipment doesn’t match the accommodation for self catering potential number of occupants More large serving bowls e.g. for salads and large plates Inadequate food recycling provision A laundry basket would be good Insufficient towels Airers needed - nowhere to dry towels Lamps need to be checked for bulbs Leaking roof affecting two rooms Not cleaned underneath the beds 4*4 enjoyed by some
2 families (4 adults, 4 children) stayed at cunsey lodge, clean, spacious, everything we needed was provided. Great location, lovely views. Excellent base to explore the lake District.
When we received the call from the head office saying that our original cottage was unavailable we feared the worst but the upgrade offered took us 5 minutes to decide...yes. The cottage is beautiful, set almost lake side and ideal for families seeking some peace and quiet. The setting is fine but we were unlucky to get the week when we had a permafrost and the unnamed roads were permanently frozen and lethal. The welcome pack was fine but it should have been checked as the crisps were already open. Support from the office and maintenance team was great when we had boiler trouble. Walks f...more
We stayed in greenhowes cottage, was a lovely, quiet little property having everything we needed in it. We greatly appreciated having the use of the private pool which we could book daily. The shop was great to have on hand and the gentleman that ran it was extremely helpful when we asked for recommendations. Great location to explore Windmere, Hawkshead, Ambleside and Grasmere but definitely need a car to explore. We would highly recommend and would stay again.
Grubbings was an ideal spacious cottage for our family get togethers.. It’s in a lovely peaceful situation with great walks on the doorstep, and the swimming pool close by.. We have stayed on the estate several times and will be returning again next year and would recommend it to anyone..
A lovely apartment in a great location with plenty of facilities available. It fitted our needs perfectly.
I have stayed with you several times and have always been satisfied and this time was no different however i do feel there are a few things that need looking at The hoover does not rota and therefore does not work properly and it does look very tired and worn so a new one is required I would like a mop and bucket as with muddy paws and boots i like to clean up at least once a day the fridge is missing the door shelves and as it is only a small fridge means there is less room as you have to put things like butter in the main fridge
Had a great short break which was enjoyed by all. Tired grandkids and dogs each day as we enjoyed walks on the Estate. This is our 4th visit back to the Graythwaite Estate (each time we’ve stayed in a different property ) and we will return again. Cottage worked well for us, although it was a squeeze in the kitchen when we all sat down to eat. I think had we been 6 adults this would have been very uncomfortable. Access to the swimming pool was an added bonus as on our last visit this was out of action. Great memories made !
The property is tired and ready for a refresh.we had to ask housekeeping to revisit and clean the kitchen floor,also housekeeping did clear some cobwebs however they were plenty a lot in every room,bathroom mirror light did not work and bathroom door bolt broken and a temporary long screw had been used,so this obviously was not a recent breakage, All of these were reported during visit. Maintenance visited but did nothing Fridge should have a top freezer so that some small items can be keep frozen without going and using the communal freezer. Frigge dor shelf broken but just left in the f...more
We have all returned, again. from staying with Graythwaite on the Esthwaite How Courtyard so relaxed and revived. You can be as active or as laid back as as you like, and the glorious scenery is breathtaking in any weather. We're so grateful to the whole team and will return.
A comfortable, warm cottage though in places is showing signs of wear ie sofa and chairs and carpet could do with a deep clean but we realise we are right at the end of the season. The outside areas for the cottages ie the tables, chairs etc could also do with some attention - they look a bit ‘tired’.
Lovely cottage in a pretty location. Had a few problems with the house but these we rectified really quickly. Enjoyed the private booking system of the swimming pool. The Kitchen was well stocked with cooking utensils ,pots pans etc. The shop had essentials and local produce. The games room was a bit of a let could probably do with a revamp Overall we had a very pleasant stay..
WiFi was difficult to connect to due the clunky webpage-based login. You needed to request codes for each device. The connection dropped a few times and I needed to request a code again. The rug in the living room had many stains Not great off-season value.
It was very quiet around the courtyard this year with only a few cottages filled. Jubilee cottage was clean when we arrived and any issues we had were dealt with swiftly. We will be back next year .
We stayed to visit Hawkshead Christmas and also the car rally, which was cancelled, we had a great time this year but not as much fun as last year when we were snowed in!
I have given condition a 3, but there is room for improvment in the Estate. Electric Chargers can be marketed to be on site !!!!
Had glorious weather and fabulous surrounds and really enjooyed our stay. Lovely holiday outlet in incomparable environment wish could have stayed longer....will be back.......tried spotting ospreys....but at least saw them fishing when I lived nearby some years back....
Property unclean and in poor condition, carpet was grim, floors were sticky , furniture chipped and in poor condition , decor poor . Kitchen very dark poor lighting , front door difficult to open . Refused to stay , managers response was that we should have contacted them to resolve this matter , we did not want to stay in this property given the conditions or on the estate .