Guests say
The Orchard in Kendal is a well-loved cottage, praised for its cleanliness, cosy comfort, and excellent location. Guests appreciate the well-equipped facilities, including a log burner and garden. The owners' warm welcome and thoughtful touches, such as a welcome tray and occasional gifts, contribute to a delightful stay. The village shop and local amenities add convenience, while the property's proximity to attractions makes it an ideal base for exploring.
Guests that stayed at this property said
Reviewers consistently mention the spotless condition of the cottage, indicating a high standard of cleanliness that contributes significantly to the overall positive experience.
The property's location is frequently highlighted as fabulous, with its convenience for visiting local attractions and the beauty of the surrounding area, suggesting a very high level of satisfaction.
Guests find the cottage cosy and comfortable, with comfortable beds and a homely feel. However, a minor note regarding the lounge seating suggests a slight room for improvement.
The Orchard is praised for being well-equipped and thoughtfully appointed with facilities. Some guests suggest minor updates, such as new photos of the lounge sofas and the addition of blackout blinds, but overall the facilities meet guests' needs well.
The owners' thoughtfulness is frequently commended, with mentions of welcome trays and baked goods. While these gestures are highly appreciated, it is noted that such personal touches, though common, cannot be guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
A pretty, stone-built, 300-year old, semi-detached cottage, located in a quiet backwater of the Lakeland village of Levens, just five miles from Kendal. Boasting lovely views across the Lyth Valley and Whitbarrow Scar, this Levens cottage provides ideal Lakeland accommodation. Warm and welcoming, it features a comfortable sitting room with cosy woodburner and old beams, an adjoining dining area, a well-equipped kitchen and two lovely bedrooms which all combine to provide perfect Lake District accommodation. Outside, this Levens cottage offers a spacious, raised garden area ideal for dining alfresco and watching the sun go down over the southern Lakeland Fells. This Levens cottage is ideally placed for exploring the Lake District Peninsula. The lovely old market town of Kendal is a short drive away, while Cartmel, with its famous annual horse race meetings, and the pretty coastal resorts of Arnside and Grange-over-Sands are all worth a visit. In the other direction, Kirkby Lonsdale has numerous eating places and individual shops. Lake Windermere, Bowness-on-Windermere and Hawkshead are within easy reach. This attractive village and lovely Levens cottage make an inspiring choice from which to enjoy the whole of this magical area.
Levens is a small village in Cumbria, home to Levens Hall with its famous topiary garden. Levens has amenities including a pub, post office, newsagents and general store. Perfectly placed for enjoying the Lake District, the Yorkshire Dales and the Cumbrian coast.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Sitting room with dining area and woodburner.
Gas central heating with woodburner.
Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, Smart TV with Freeview, Netflix, Amazon Prime, itvx and more, you will need to log in with your own details.
, DVD, CD/radio, iPod dock, WiFi.
Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburner included in rent.
Additional wood for woodburner available to purchase from the owners.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot and highchair on request.
Off road parking for 1 car.
Spacious mature garden with furniture.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop and pub 5 mins walk.
Note: There are several steps up to the garden accessed from the rear of the parking space.
Visitors with young children should be aware that the garden is not completely enclosed.
Note: The garden of the owners' property next door is open by appointment.
Nearby points of interest
- Lake Windermere
Reviews (61)
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Susan
Kitchen small but functional with sufficient pots, pans and utensils. Good location, lovely pub down the road in easy walking distance. Garden is lovely too. Only slight criticism is the sofa and chair which are comfy but very low down so not very suitable with dodgy knees! Would happily return to the cottage.
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Wilbert
Pleasant dealings with owners. Would go again.
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Robert
However I found that trying to contact yourselves by phone was impossible, and to guide people to the internet to find anything out with a rather abrupt message is not acceptable