Guests say
William Court Cottage is praised for its beautiful, peaceful location on the Irton Hall estate, making it an excellent base for exploring the Western Lakes and coast. Guests appreciate the well-equipped kitchen, comfortable beds for many, and the friendly atmosphere at Irton Hall. While some maintenance issues and minor inconveniences are noted, most guests found the cottage clean, cosy, and ideal for families and walkers. The presence of local wildlife and proximity to pubs and cafes add to the charm, ensuring a memorable stay for most visitors.
Most guests found the cottage clean and tidy, with bedding and towels provided. However, a few mentioned areas needing deeper cleaning, such as shower mould and dusty spots, and occasional issues with maintenance affecting perceived cleanliness.
The location is consistently highlighted as a major strength, with guests loving the tranquil setting, beautiful grounds, and easy access to the Lake District, local walks, and nearby pubs and cafes.
Many guests found the cottage comfortable and homely, but several reviews mention issues with mattresses, broken beds, thin curtains, and limited seating, which affected sleep and relaxation for some visitors.
The cottage is generally well-equipped, especially the kitchen, but recurring maintenance issues are noted, including loose taps, broken chairs, WiFi and TV problems, and insufficient crockery. Some guests also mentioned a lack of blackout curtains and minor safety concerns.
Guests appreciated quick responses from the owner in some cases and the provision of essentials like towels and kitchen equipment. No gifts were mentioned, and while some thoughtful touches were noted, these are not guaranteed for all stays.
About this property
A superb, terraced, Lakeland cottage in the grounds of the Irton Hall Estate, a mile from the village of Santon Bridge, four miles from Wastwater. The accommodation in this welcoming Lake District cottage has been decorated and furnished to a very good standard, and is delightful both as a relaxing romantic retreat and a cosy family base, all set amidst wonderful Lakeland countryside. There is solid oak flooring throughout the ground floor, a king-size bed in the main bedroom, a pellet woodburning stove in the sitting room and a well-equipped kitchen. Guests have use of 19 acres of lovely parkland, and this area of Western Cumbria is a particularly beautiful region.
There is superb walking and climbing on the doorstep, and with trails to suit all abilities, everyone can enjoy the spectacular surroundings. Great bike trails are available in the area, there is a local pub with excellent food, a lovely local tea room, Muncaster Castle is a short drive away, or why not enjoy a round on the nearby 18-hole golf course or a ride on the miniature railway in nearby Eskdale? A wonderful Lake District cottage for a superb holiday. Note: This cottage is close to Ref. 3977, together they sleep 8.
Irton Hall sits at the foothills of the Western fells and is situated amongst breathtaking lakeland countryside. Irton Hall lies just a couple of miles from Santon Bridge and Eskdale Green and is steeped in history with Oliver Cromwell and Henry VI both visiting the Irton Hall Estate. The area around Irton Hall is a walker's haven with many peaks, just as Scafell, Great Gable and Hard Knott and valleys, just as Eskdale and Wasdale all nearby. Other attractions in the area that are well worth visiting are Muncaster Castle, the World Owl Centre and the Ravenglass to Eskdale miniature railway, plus Wastwater - the deepest lake in the country and St Olaf's - the smallest church . Irton Hall is a perfect base to explore this peaceful part of the Lake District.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size double, 1 x twin.
Bathroom with bath, shower cubicle, basin and WC.
Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with pellet woodburning stove.
Electric storage heaters with bio-fuel pellet woodburning stove.
Electric cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, CD etc.
Fuel and power included in rent, wood chip pellets supplied for stove.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot and highchair on request.
Off road parking for two cars.
Small patio, shared use of 19 acres of parkland and woodland within the Irton Hall estate.
Sorry, no smoking.
One well-behaved pet welcome.
Shop and pub 1 mile, bar in Irton Hall 1 min walk with free WiFi and serving local ales and food daily.
Please noteL This property has Wi-Fi.
Nearby points of interest
- Muncaster Castle
Reviews (42)
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Matthew
William Cottage was wonderful. Itâs a great property in a lovely surrounding area, making it the perfect base of operations for climbing Scafell Pike. The cottage was equipped with everything we needed for a comfortable stay. While there was a tiny bit of expected wear and tear, it didn't detract from the experience at all. If I had to make one constructive suggestion, it would be adding blackout curtains to the bedrooms. The outside lights are quite brightâthough after a long day of hiking, I was far too tired for it to bother me much! Having Irton Hall right on the doorstep was a massive bonus. The staff there were incredibly friendly and the food was delicious. I would stay here again.
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John
It was comfortable and a great site with nice animals too. There was one issue with the door handle mechanism not working on the front room door but other than that everything was great.
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Daniel
Messaged first contact and no reply. Couldn't bath children. Moved bed in double room to accommodate baby as travel cot was mouldy even though they were advised 12 months previous. Dining table and chairs unstable for children. Baby gate had parts missing, so unable to use. No smart tv. WIFI goes off all the time. OK for adults who just want to crash. Wouldn't recommend taking children