Guests say
Earsdon Cottage in Carlisle is highly praised for its comfort, well-equipped kitchen, and beautiful furnishings. Guests appreciate the peaceful location, comfortable beds, and thoughtful touches like a welcome note and dog towels. The garden is well-tended, and the property is considered an excellent base for exploring the Lakes. Some minor feedback mentions the need for more comfortable seating.
There is no specific mention of cleanliness in the reviews, so it is not possible to provide an accurate score for this category.
The cottage is appreciated for its peaceful location, ideal for exploring the northern Lakes and surrounding areas. The quiet village setting is mentioned positively, although one review suggests that parking information could be clearer.
Guests consistently mention the comfortable beds, warm and cozy atmosphere, and the relaxing bath. The garden is also noted for its suitability for pets, contributing to the overall comfort of the stay.
The property is lauded for its outstanding facilities, including a well-equipped kitchen, powerful shower, and exceptional bathroom. The presence of a coffee maker, dog-cleaning facilities, and ample storage is also appreciated. However, some guests suggest that the seating could be improved.
The owners' thoughtfulness is evident through the provision of guidebooks, a welcome note, biscuits, fresh milk, and dog towels. While these gestures are highly valued, it is politely noted that such gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Earsdon Cottage is a charming and deceptively spacious Grade-II listed property dating back to 1684, located in a peaceful and unspoilt rural village in the Northern Fells..
Ground Floor:
Living room: Smart TV, Woodburner
Dining room.
Kitchen: Electric Range, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bathroom: Bath, Walk-In Shower, Toilet.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for wood burner included. Rear enclosed lawned garden with patio and garden furniture. Bike store. On road parking. No smoking.. Earsdon has been recently refurbished to a high standard throughout yet retains many original features including exposed beams and stonework, these are complimented by antique and vintage furniture and excellent quality soft furnishings.
The cottage benefits form a spacious living room with a log burner as the focal point. The dining room is light and airy and has views to the enclosed garden. The refurbished and stylish kitchen is well equipped.
Ireby lies in North Cumbria and is surrounded by a wealth of great scenery. The village is also an ideal location to discover the rest of the Lake District and in particular the Northern Fells which tend to be less busy than the Southern Lake District. Bassenthwaite Lake is a 5 minute drive way. The delightful towns of Keswick and Cockermouth are only a 20 minute drive from Ireby and the beautiful and popular destinations of the Borrowdale Valley, Derwent Water and Whinlatter Forest, Buttermere and Ullswater are also within easy reach by car.
Free WiFi
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Nearby points of interest
- Derwent Pencil Museum
Reviews (19)
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Dan Blencoe
I have stayed here twice over the last couple of years for mountain climbing trips. It's always difficult to get a cottage central to your needs, but I don't mind driving when the scenery is so spectacular and the mountain roads are so engaging.The cottage has been refurbished to a high standard. There has certainly been no cost-cutting in the bathroom, with the large Silverdale console sink and roll-top standalone bath. The accommodation provides good value for money and is well above 'average' in terms of cost vs quality vs location.If I were to be hypercritical, I had back pain before my visit, which was only apparent when sitting down. Unfortunately, the settee exacerbated it. Luckily, I was able to use 4 of the cushions to rectify my sitting angle and height. It's not fair to mark down the overall rating and detract from what has been essentially a perfect stay. I'll likely choose this cottage again, subject to availability on future trips, and highly recommend it.
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David McDermott
One of the nicest cottages we have been to, very well equipped, comfortable, warm and beautifully furnished. Friendly owner, lovely peaceful location. We had nothing to complain about and will be happy to return.
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Gillian Thomas
Earsden is a beautiful and cosy cottage, in a quiet village.The kitchen is the best equipped of any holiday rental I have visited, there is lots of storage throughout the cottage, very comfortable beds, and a great shower and bath. The outside mixer tap for washing your 4 legged friends and boots is a great idea, and they even provided a towel for the dog!Maps and guide books for planning walks were much appreciated.Great communication with the landlord too makes this a perfect base for a holiday in the north lakes.I was asked by a neighbour if I would move my car to the opposite side of the road for parking, on the first evening, as the road is quite narrow. Maybe this could be added to the information for renters.