Guests say
Church House is a spacious, characterful cottage set in the tranquil Duddon Valley, offering guests a peaceful retreat with beautiful views and direct access to scenic walks. Guests consistently praise its cleanliness, well-equipped kitchen, and comfortable, homely atmosphere. The property is ideal for families, walkers, and dog owners, with thoughtful touches throughout. While the remote location means shops are a drive away, the stunning surroundings and helpful owners more than compensate. Occasional comments mention the house being cooler in winter, but overall, guests find it a delightful and memorable place to stay.
Multiple reviews highlight the cottage as spotless, clean, and well kept, with no significant complaints about cleanliness. Only one review mentions the house being 'a little dated', but this does not relate to cleanliness.
The location is widely praised for its tranquillity, beautiful scenery, and access to walks from the door. The remoteness is noted, but guests see this as a positive, with only minor inconvenience regarding distance to shops.
Guests frequently describe the cottage as comfortable, spacious, and homely. One review notes the house can be cool in winter, but the majority find it warm and cosy, especially with the log burner.
The cottage is repeatedly described as exceptionally well-equipped, with everything needed for a stay, including a well-stocked kitchen, games room, and amenities for dogs. No significant maintenance issues are mentioned.
Guests appreciate the owners' proactive communication and attention to detail, such as providing local information and dog treats. While thoughtful touches are mentioned, please note that gifts or extras are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
You will love the character and features of this period property, the thick walls, exposed beams and slate floors are indicative of its 1706 construction date. A welcoming and appealing cottage all round.. 1 step to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living room: Smart TV, Woodburner
Dining room: Woodburner
Kitchen: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Attachment, Cubicle Shower, Bidet, Toilet.
Heat pump heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Cot and highchair. External games room with tennis table, pool table and football table (shared with other property on site). Enclosed front garden with garden furniture (shared with other property on-site). Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking.. As soon as you step through the door you are immediately embraced and absorbed by the warmth and charm of this lovely property. The cottage has been lovingly renovated but retains it beautiful features and continues to offer a spacious comfortable environment for guests. The wood burning fire is a welcome addition on those cooler evenings. The dining room can easily cater for all guests and offers a second wood burner. The kitchen is well appointed with all the amenities you require to prepare any meal.
Upstairs are three bedrooms comprising of a large master bedroom with a double bed and then two twin bedrooms. The accommodation is completed with a family bathroom which offers a choice of a bath or shower. There are shared gardens with the adjoining property (Church House Cottage UK44573) and the properties share access to a barn which offers table tennis, pool and table football. The immediate area around the cottage is a walker’s and cyclist’s paradise with a selection of fells, pikes, and woods to explore, and within a 30 minutes’ drive you can be at Coniston Water, the sight of the famous Donald Campbell’s water speed world record.
A short 10 minutes’ drive away is the market town of Broughton in Furness. Broughton has excellent amenities with a selection of local shops, tourist information centre and petrol station. In and around Broughton you will also find some of the excellent pubs, including several award winners, many offering good quality food alongside their real ales and roaring fires, you will be spoilt for choice as to where to dine out. For a family day out there is plenty to offer such as South Lakes Safari Zoo at nearby Dalton, Muncaster Castle with its owl sanctuary, Eskdale miniature railway, the Lakes Aquarium and boat trips on Coniston Water and Lake Windermere. You’ll never be short of something to do.
This property can be booked with Church House Cottage (ref UK44573) to accommodate up to 11 guests.
Free WiFi
Only dogs allowed at the property.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Nearby points of interest
- Muncaster Castle
- Laurel and Hardy Museum
- Lakeland Motor Museum
- Hayes Garden World Ambleside
- Lake Windermere
Reviews (29)
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Confirmed Guest
Very good cottage. We have been coming for about 10 years twice a year.I think that says it all.
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Confirmed Guest
Beautiful location with walking from the door. Church house is clean, comfortable and well equipped. Knowing its location was fairly remote we took food and basics with us. You can buy eggs and jams, marmalade etc from local farms which is great.
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Bert Strooker
Our first holiday in Lake District and Italië was a very warm welkom. Very comfortabel house in a beautifull location and personal contact by telephone, The owner, and by John a neighbour. Thank you for your part of our wonderfull holiday.Bert and Monique Strooker from Delft, The Netherlands