Guests say
The Corn Mill is a charming, characterful cottage in a tranquil riverside setting, praised for its warmth, comfort, and well-equipped facilities. Guests consistently highlight the friendly and helpful hosts, peaceful location, and easy access to both countryside walks and local amenities. The property’s rustic features and thoughtful touches create a welcoming atmosphere, making it ideal for a relaxing getaway. While a few minor maintenance issues were noted, the overall experience is overwhelmingly positive, with many guests returning year after year.
Guests frequently describe the cottage as spotlessly clean and well maintained, with no negative comments regarding cleanliness.
The peaceful riverside setting and proximity to countryside walks, the coast, and local attractions are highly praised. Some mention the quietness and lack of nearby shops, but this is generally seen as a positive for a relaxing break.
The cottage is widely described as warm, cosy, and comfortable. One review mentions an old, uncomfortable sofa, but this is outweighed by the many positive comments about comfort.
The property is noted for being well equipped, with a full kitchen, washing machine, dishwasher, and a useful boot room. A minor issue with a toilet flush was mentioned, but overall facilities are highly rated.
Guests appreciate the welcoming hosts and thoughtful touches such as a tea tray, biscuits, and milk on arrival. Please note that such gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
A converted corn mill with an abundance of original features overlooking the river in the small village of Branthwaite..
First Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: TV, DVD Player, CD Player, Gas Woodburner
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Gas Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Second Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet.
Gas central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair.
Garden with garden furniture and barbecue. Ample parking. No smoking. Please note: Holidaymakers only. There are drops in the garden and access to a river.. This lovely holiday cottage, adjoining the owner’s property, is a tastefully renovated, early 18th-century converted corn mill. Featuring open, original beams, exposed stonework and some of the mill’s workings, the cottage overlooks the River Marron. Branthwaite is a small village close to the Lake District’s National Park; it is just 4 miles from Loweswater and 6 miles from Crummock Water. Shop 2 miles, pub 500 yards. It is 4 miles from the lovely town of Cockermouth where there are lots of restaurants, cafes and pubs. The popular town of Keswick is 20 minutes drive.
Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Free WiFi
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Families or couples only.
There are drops in the garden.
Only dogs allowed at the property.
There is open water in the property grounds.
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Nearby points of interest
- Derwent Pencil Museum
Reviews (13)
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Yvonne Baxter
Myself my husband and brother in law, and kenna.We absolutely loved our stay cottage has everything you need and more.Host very welcoming .Kenna loved the river .Would 💯 recommend the cottage.Its old school beams .We just loved it .We have already looked at dates to return next year.Thankyou for a lovely stay.Yvonne gavin graham . Kenne
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David Winterburn
A lovely cottage in a quiet location a short drive from Loweswater & Bassenthwaite Lake. We have been coming here for 25 years.
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Natalie Goodman
The Corn Mill is a beautiful building in a peaceful spot. Accommodation is great, warm and comfortable and the entrance, being the old mill room is a great boot room and dog cleaning area. The owners are next door and very helpful, easy access to main roads and shops