Guests say
Dunmail House receives glowing feedback for its cosy, spacious interiors, beautiful views over Morecambe Bay, and excellent location for exploring the Lake District and nearby villages. Guests praise the comfortable beds, well-equipped kitchen, and the convenience of a welcoming pub nearby. The property is described as clean and ideal for families and dog owners. While a few mention minor issues such as driveway access and occasional maintenance needs, the overall experience is overwhelmingly positive, with many guests eager to return.
Multiple reviews highlight the property as very clean, spotless, and well-maintained, with only rare minor comments about areas looking a little tired. Overall, guests are highly satisfied with the cleanliness.
The location is frequently praised for its proximity to local attractions, stunning views, peaceful setting, and easy access to the Lake District and nearby villages. The pub across the road is a notable bonus.
Guests consistently mention comfortable beds, cosy living spaces, and a warm, welcoming atmosphere. The house is described as spacious and ideal for families, with only minor comments about stairs and driveway access.
The house is well-equipped, with ample amenities, a well-stocked kitchen, and good bathrooms. Some minor suggestions include updating patio cushions and providing shower gel/shampoo, and a single mention of driveway gritting in winter.
Hosts are described as very helpful and responsive, even posting a forgotten teddy to a guest. While thoughtful touches are appreciated, please note that specific gifts or gestures are not guaranteed.
About this property
With views over Morecambe Bay and a pub across the road, this house is a great base from which to explore or simply relax..
Ground Floor:
Living room: 40" Freeview TV, Books, Games, Woodburner
Dining room: Open Fire
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher
Wet Room: Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request)
Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 3: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Gas central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for open fire and wood burner included. Travel cot and highchair available on request. Welcome pack. . Lawned garden with terrace and garden furniture. Private parking for 3 cars. No smoking. Please note: There are 7 steps and a sloping terrace in the garden.. This recently renovated family home has been refurbished in 2020 to a very good standard while keeping some of the existing features such as original wooden flooring. There is an open fire in the cosy dining room, where you get the feel of being in a traditional Cumbrian cottage, or you can relax in the sitting room in front of the wood burner. The three double bedrooms have fantastic views, and the beds are of a good standard to ensure you get a great nights’ sleep. Unlimited Wi-Fi and a selection of maps, books and games are provided for guests to enjoy. Sit back and relax in the beautiful tiered garden whilst watching the sunset with a glass of your favourite tipple. Make use of the landscaped patio for outdoor dining or retreat to the pub, literally across the road, where a warm welcome and good food will await you.
The property is set in the sleepy village of Allithwaite, just under 2 miles from Grange-over-Sands. The neighbouring village of Cartmel, with its 12th-century priory and racecourse, is also just under 2 miles away.
Dunmail House is the ideal holiday home for visiting the Lake District National Park, as you are not far from any of the main routes to take you around the Lakes, and Lake Windermere is only 9 miles away. Other nearby places include Holker Hall, Sizergh Castle, Grizedale Forest and the Lakeland Motor Museum. Kendal, Bowness and Windermere are 30 minutes away.
The limestone outcrop of Humphrey Head and its nature reserve, where the last wolf in England was allegedly seen in 1390, is just under 2 miles away. It offers a tranquil circular walk taking in the stunning views and returning through a picturesque wood where wildlife is abundant. Skydiving Northwest is in Flookburgh, 2½ miles away, and Grange-over-Sands offers golfing. Cycle trails such as the Cartmel Cycle Loop are popular. Train links provide services to Kents Bank, Grange-over-Sands, Arnside, Silverdale (for rspb Leighton Moss), Ulverston, for its market town with cobbled streets and appealing shops, and Lancaster, for its busy, student vibe. There is a village shop ¼ mile away and Grange-over-Sands has a wide range of amenities, along with the promenade and ornamental gardens. Whether you enjoy biking, hiking, water sports or shopping, or simply taking in the magnificent scenery of mountains and lakes, Dunmail House is an ideal location to achieve all of this. Shop ¼ mile, pub and restaurant 100 yards.
Free WiFi
One or more beds can be linked to form double or twin beds (please advise the owner of your preference soon after booking).
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Nearby points of interest
- Lakeland Motor Museum
- Laurel and Hardy Museum
- Lake Windermere
Reviews (22)
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Confirmed Guest
Dunmail was a perfect house to celebrate a family birthday. It was clean and comfortable with some nice original features. It easily accommodated six adults a baby and two dogs. The location was great for long country walks around beautiful countryside and through Cartmel. We also enjoyed our walk into Grange along the sea front. The Pheasant Inn opposite was perfect for Sunday lunch . We would recommend both the house and location.
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Rachel Johnson
The cottage was great - very clean and comfortable. Loved the light dining room.
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Lynn Challinor
A fabulous, spacious and comfy house, great views over the bay and easy access to lots of areas like Cartmel and Grange over Sands. Local pub is great for food and dog friendy