Guests say
Hilltoft Barn is praised for its peaceful location with easy access to local attractions and walks. Guests enjoy the comfortable beds and the property's cosy atmosphere. The nearby pub adds to the charm, offering a welcoming environment and good food. While the barn is well-furnished and has potential, guests have noted several maintenance issues that need addressing.
The property generally appears to be clean, with specific compliments on its tidiness. However, some guests have mentioned the presence of cobwebs and handprints on windows, suggesting room for improvement in cleaning standards.
The location is highly praised for its tranquillity, proximity to a local pub, and accessibility to walking routes and the Lake District. It is considered a superb base for outdoor activities.
Guests find the beds comfortable and the living areas cosy. The property offers a relaxing environment, although some have mentioned issues with the shower temperature and a broken blind affecting comfort.
While the property is equipped with necessary amenities, recurring issues with the freezer, shower, and kitchen tap, as well as broken items, indicate a need for better maintenance and facility management.
There are no specific mentions of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness. The provision of dog towels is a considerate gesture, but without more evidence of consistent thoughtfulness, a score cannot be given.
About this property
In a tranquil location, this beautifully finished barn conversion is an ideal spot for a couple or two to enjoy a Lake District break..
Ground Floor:
Living room: (6 Steps), 32" Freeview TV, DVD Player, Patio Doors Leading To Patio
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer Dryer
Bedroom 1: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Wet Room: Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 2: Galleried, Double (4ft 6in) Bed.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair. . Courtyard with garden furniture. Bike store. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: There are 6 steps in the courtyard.. Hilltoft Barn is a large, detached barn conversion in the peaceful Cumbrian village of Dockray, just a few miles from Ullswater. This beautiful property has a mezzanine level master bedroom and provides high quality accommodation for up to four people looking to explore the Lake District around Ullswater. Entering at ground level, you take in the glorious oak beams within the property. There is a twin bedroom also on this level, as well as dining area and a well-equipped kitchen, which boasts a stone-hidden oven hood and further oak finishes consistent with the charm of the property. The spacious living room has large patio doors welcoming in the sunshine, and from here a wooden staircase leads up to a delightful mezzanine level double bedroom, furnished in oak.
Outside, there is plenty of space to enjoy the peace and tranquillity of the area. You can take in the stunning views from the private furnished patio, and there is ample gravelled space to take in the vistas from all angles.
Dockray is a tiny village, but still has its own pub to wander down to for some local fayre, and the gorgeous Aira Force Waterfall is a short walk away. Further on are the ample attractions of the Lake District around Ullswater.
Energetic pursuits abound, with cycling a particularly good option, or maybe try the National Trust’s walk around Aira Force and the Gowbarrow Trail. Shop 4 miles, pub and restaurant 110 yards.
Free WiFi
There are steps within the property.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Nearby points of interest
- Derwent Pencil Museum
- Brougham Castle
- Hayes Garden World Ambleside
- Lake Windermere
Reviews (16)
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Kendal Lavery
The location of this cottage is wonderful, it’s peaceful, lots of walks around and near a lovely pub. Unfortunately it’s a little uncared for. There’s a blind in the main bedroom that doesn’t work and looking in the visitors book, it was noted o er a year ago. It just feels a little uncared for. But that’s all forgiven because of the location.
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Lesley Whitehouse
This property comes with a large BUT……We stayed here 2years ago and there were issues; freezer didn’t work, outside lights didn’t work , blind broken, tile broken , shower not great, utensils needed looking at etc etc - however , the location, outlook & design is great and works for us for an event we do.. so, we returned… the shower wasn’t working & a new one was waiting inside the front door when we arrived! The freezer still isn’t working, the main windows had hand prints all over them, a curtain tie back fell out of the wall, the outside lights still don’t work , and a single rubber oven glove isn’t great. The letting company contacted us about the shower too late as we had already arrived.. but, they were great, offered other accommodation, or a refund, or, because we were committed to staying there with events planned , we got a partial refund. The shower was replaced on the Tuesday and is working fine. The owners really need to get a grip here. It’s a great property that deserves more TLC. We still enjoyed the stay, sitting out watching sheepdogs work is our bag. And it’s a superb base for walking, riding or heading deeper into the Lakes. We both feel for the cleaners as it’s a barn conversion with very high cobwebs that need a specialist duster!
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Confirmed Guest
The cottage layout was good. Comfortable beds and lounge area. The location was amazing. The freezer didn't work the fridge was not working properly, the shower would stay warm and there was tissue paper blocking up a hole.