The Station Masters House
ID: S1327333
- Bedrooms 2
- ・ Sleeps 5
- ・ Pets 1
Guests say
The Station Masters House is a charming and well-equipped cottage in a peaceful, scenic location near Coniston, ideal for exploring the Lake District. Guests consistently praise its cosy atmosphere, beautiful garden, and proximity to local walks and a friendly pub. The property is dog-friendly and offers a comfortable base for families and couples alike. While most found the cottage clean and homely, a few noted occasional cleaning and maintenance issues. Overall, visitors enjoyed a relaxing and memorable stay in this characterful holiday home.
Most guests found the cottage clean and comfortable, but several reviews mention areas needing a deeper clean, particularly the kitchen and bathroom. Some guests experienced cleaning oversights on arrival, though these were generally addressed when reported.
The location is highly praised for its tranquillity, beautiful surroundings, and easy access to local walks, Coniston, and the Lake District's attractions. The proximity to a welcoming pub and local amenities is a frequent highlight.
Guests describe the cottage as cosy, warm, and well-suited for families and dogs. Most found the beds and living spaces comfortable, though one guest noted the settees were low for those with mobility issues.
The cottage is well-equipped with kitchen appliances, games, and a secure garden. Some minor maintenance issues were reported, such as a leaking bathroom and narrow drive, but overall facilities met or exceeded expectations.
Many guests appreciated thoughtful touches such as well-stocked essentials, games, and quality toiletries. While some reviews mention special touches, please note that gifts or extras are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
First class accommodation at a former railway station, a unique holiday home from which to explore Cumbria and the Lake District.. All on the
Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: 50" TV, TV, Freesat, DVD Player
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer Dryer
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, Single (3ft) Bed
Wet Room: Shower, Toilet.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot. Welcome pack. External utility room with tumble dryer (shared).. Sitting-out area with BBQ. Large enclosed lawned garden (shared). Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: This property has a natural water supply from a well. There is an unfenced 3ft drop, a fenced pond and 4 steps in the garden.. You’ll be on the right track during your stay at The Station Master’s House, which forms part of the former railway station in the hamlet of Torver. Close to Coniston Water, this is an excellent starting point to explore the nearby countryside and wildlife, and the Lakeland Fells including Coniston Old Man. The property has been thoughtfully furnished throughout, with a well-equipped kitchen and a living/dining room which boasts comfy leather sofas. The property offers two double bedrooms, one of which has an additional single bed, and they both have sumptuous bed linen adding an extra comfort. They both enjoy views over the beautiful garden and surrounding area. This spacious cottage still has the distinctive feel of its former use, with a raised lawned terrace which is part of the old platform - the perfect place to sit and relax.
The nearby Lakeland villages of Coniston and Hawkshead are idyllic and have an abundance of shops and cafés. For the more adventurous, why not take to the tree top challenge at Grizedale Forest, or venture along the many paths by foot or by bike. For steam enthusiasts, you can still take to the tracks with a ride on the Lakeside and Haverthwaite trains near Ulverston, or the elegant Victorian Steam Yacht Gondola which sails between March and November on Coniston Water. There are so many activities to keep you busy all year round in this wonderful area. Beach 18 miles. Shop 2½ miles, restaurant 100 yards. The Station Master’s House (ref UK1144) can be booked together with Ticket Office (ref UK1145) to accommodate up to 7 guests.
Free WiFi
The water is from a spring, well or borehole, and not a mains supply.
There are drops in the garden.
Only dogs allowed at the property.
There are steps or steep slopes in the garden.
There is open water in the property grounds.
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Nearby points of interest
- Lakeland Motor Museum
- Laurel and Hardy Museum
- Hayes Garden World Ambleside
- Lake Windermere
- Muncaster Castle
Reviews (27)
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Margaret Spencer
Really lovely stay in this very cosy and comfy cottage. In a fantastic location for discovering the lakes. We travelled round by car but if we had more time would have loved to discover the surrounding area by foot as it looks absolutely stunning! The cottage was really well equipped and the gardens were gorgeous and very well kept. Be lovely in the summer to come back from exploring and have a nice bbq in the beautiful gardens. All in all had a fantastic stay Thankyou.
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Anthony Baxter
Lovely place to stay
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Confirmed Guest
The cottage was very nice with a lovely garden but there were a few issues when we arrived. The first 4 days we had tradesmen out to sort problems. The bathroom was leaking when we arrived and the floor was soaking wet. I ended up drying it myself. There was a wasps nest so we couldn’t open the windows for 4 days and it was very hot weather. There was no hot water one day when we got back from a walk. You only get 4 hours hot water every day. The description should tell people this and also that you need to use all the products that are in the cottage like shampoo shower gel etc and you can’t use your own. There were too many issues maybe we were just unlucky