About this property
Grange-Over-Sands 4.8 miles. Nestled on the outskirts of Meathop near Grange-Over-Sands, Cumbria, is this delightful semi-detached former farmhouse, Sunnyside Farmhouse. Enjoying a fantastic location within the Lake District National Park, exceptional countryside views and a nearby footpath which leads down to the coast, Sunnyside Farmhouse is a superb pet-friendly dwelling for a group or family of six and their pooch. Take your pick of spaces from the ample off-road parking, before being greeted by a charming front garden with patio and furniture, the perfect spot for savouring your morning coffee as you soak up the views. Look forward to impressing your guests with delicious recipes cooked up in the well-equipped kitchen/diner, featuring a handy dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer, ready to enjoy at the dining table over a bottle of wine. After dinner, retire to the light and airy sitting room, where you can kick-back and relax on the plush seating and select your favourite show from the Smart TV, as your four-legged friend snuggles up in front of the electric fire. Climb the stairs up to the first floor, where you can wash away the day with a soak in the bath or refreshing shower, before choosing from three well-appointed bedrooms which include, a king-size with en-suite shower room and two twins. For a good selection of attractions and amenities, head over to nearby Grange Over Sands, where you can sample the local delights at the welcoming eateries of The Commodore Inn and The Keg & Kitchen. There is also the popular bakery of Hazlemere, the Promenade Café for tasty home-cooked breakfasts, and well-stocked convenience stores for stocking up on essentials. If being outdoors is your thing, you're in luck as there are three nature reserves and walks run by the Cumbria Wildlife Trust within three miles: Meathop Moss, Nichols Moss and Foulshaw Moss. The property is also on the edge of Morecambe Bay and has direct access to the
estuary, a popular spot for avid birdwatchers. Sunnyside Farm is on the Cumbria Cycleway, Lakes and Dales Loop and the Walney to Wear Coast to Coast route; you'll rarely run out of cycling and walking opportunities here! The keen golfers will delight with two excellent golf clubs to choose from, the Grange Fell Golf Club and the Grange Over Sands Golf Club, where they can test out their clubs with a backdrop of fabulous views. The town’s picturesque Ornamental Gardens and The Victorian Aviary Garden are well worth a visit for leisurely walks in an idyllic setting. Budding historians will not want to miss out on a visit to nearby Holker Hall and Gardens, where you can wander through the 200-acres of gardens featuring woodlands, guided tours and a deer park. For a fun-filled day out, venture further into the Lake District National Park, where you can take to the waters of Lake Windermere, hike up Queen Adelaide’s Hill and Orrest Head Viewpoint for breath-taking views of the Langdale Pikes, or treat the little ones to the delights of The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction. Adventure awaits with a stay at Sunnyside Farmhouse.
Grange-over-Sands, a picturesque Edwardian seaside resort in the Lake District, with one of northern England's mildest climates, sandwiched between the fells and Morecambe Bay. Originally a modest fishing community, Grange-over-Sands was converted into a fashionable Edwardian resort when the Furness Railway was built. Today, visitors may enjoy a traffic-free promenade, lovely ornamental gardens, golf courses, brass band performances, and outstanding birdwatching in the town. Lake Windermere (8 miles away), the charming villages of Bowness-on-Windermere and Hawkshead, and Cartmel, the birthplace of sticky toffee pudding and home to the L'Enclume restaurant, the UK's fourth-best restaurant, are all within easy driving distance. Other attractions in the area include Levens Hall, with its Elizabethan Hall and world famous topiary gardens, Holker Hall, Furness Abbey, Sizergh Castle, a National Trust medieval house and gardens, and Conishead Priory, a Gothic revival country house. Grange over Sands is the starting point for the 25-mile Cistercian Way. Set among the southern lakes, the charming hamlet of Grange-over-Sands is an ideal starting point for exploring this enchanted region.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 2 x twin.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail.
Kitchen/diner.
Sitting room with electric fire.
7KW Type 2 Charger and a 32A Commando socket for charging electric cars
Oil central heating with electric fire.
Electric oven and halogen hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher.
Smart TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair and travel cot available.
Ample off-road parking.
Front garden with patio, lawn and furniture.
One well-behaved pet welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 2 miles, pub 2.5 miles.
Nearby points of interest
- Lakeland Motor Museum
- Laurel and Hardy Museum
- Lake Windermere
Reviews (13)
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Jill
Lovely garden . Could probably do with a general touch up . But very roomy. Plenty of space. Defo no smell as said on another review. Lots of places to visit. Very isolated but quiet as. We had to longline our puppy because he learned he could jump the wall
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Anne
It is in the middle of 2 other houses and overlooked by many property at the rear. It was grubby with poor quality furniture and fittings it felt as if we were staying in a charity shop. We tried but failed to find any footpaths close by. The lack of a welcome letter and welcome pack was disappointing . A lack of useful information - We had to call Sykes to help us locate the car charger. Totally misrepresented and not 4 star - it felt low budget.
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Tim
It is peaceful and the gardens are mature and ideal in many ways for children and dogs to play. The rooms are spacious and clean and there are the usual provisions on offer. This will make an ideal base for many people that stay here. However there are a few things that families and guests should consider when booking Sunnyside. Firstly the property is located between two adjoining properties which is not entirely clear when viewing the details. The smaller section of the building which is occupied has direct visibility into the garden. So if you consider it to be completely private like we did, unfortunately this isnât the case. Perhaps Sykes could do a bit more to communicate this detail through its details on the website? From a personal perspective it was disappointing having paid a premium summer price to arrive with no welcome gift. A small hamper has always been well received at other Sykes cottages we have visited and naturally this instantly makes first and lasting impressions. Most of the bedroom and lounge furniture is dated and tired and the house would benefit greatly from updating with modern quality furnishings. In spite of some other small teething problems when we arrived it should be noted that the owner was very responsive and assisted promptly. Unfortunately there was one aspect that we could not overlook and in spite of a real willingness to dismiss some of the other issues, it was impossible to ignore the distinct smell of recreational drugs coming from the neighbouring property. This appeared to be emanating from the service ducts near to the boiler by the front entrance which in turn leads into the kitchen and communal areas. Naturally due to the proximity of the neighbour the smell was also often present in the garden. I want to finish by saying that Sunnyside could very easily be improved with some of the points highlighted. It will continue to offer an ideal holiday house in its present state but if you are staying and paying the full summer premium you may be disappointed by some of the aspects above.