Guests say
Knotts Farmhouse is a well-loved cottage praised for its stunning views, spacious kitchen, and ideal location for exploring the Lake District. Guests appreciate its character, garden, and the comfort it provides for groups. While some maintenance issues are noted, the overall experience is positive, with many guests expressing a desire to return.
The property generally receives positive remarks for cleanliness, with guests finding it comfortable and clean. However, there are mentions of dust and cobwebs, suggesting room for improvement in some areas.
The location is highly praised for its easy access to local attractions and stunning views, making it an ideal base for exploring the Lake District.
The cottage is considered cosy and comfortable by most guests, though some discomfort is reported due to uneven floors and beds, which could be addressed to enhance comfort.
Facilities are well-regarded, particularly the well-stocked kitchen. However, maintenance issues with lighting, showers, and outdated information reduce the score. The garden and views are consistently appreciated.
There is insufficient information regarding any thoughtful gestures or gifts provided by the hosts, so a score cannot be given in this category.
About this property
There can be few properties in the whole of the Lake District which offer such stunning views as Knotts Farmhouse. It sits in an elevated hillside position overlooking the lower Troutbeck Valley taking in the whole vista of Lake Windermere with the western fells of Coniston Old Man and the Langdale Pikes in the distance. Whatever the weather this view will enchant you with its different moods and dramatic sunsets.
The 17th century listed farmhouse is part of Knotts Farm and there are walks from the door up the Troutbeck Valley and into the hills. The road to Kirkstone Pass and over to Ullswater passes the gate and the property will make a fine spot from which to tour the whole of the Lake District or you may simply wish to relax on warmer days and enjoy the beautiful location.
Accommodation: Front door into character sitting room - beamed ceiling, spice cupboard dated 1688, gas fired log burner, (TV, VCR, DVD player, mini hi-fi, radio and free Wi-Fi). Door through to the spacious farmhouse dining/kitchen which has a large table for family meals - a very sociable room and sure to be the focal point of any holiday. Inglenook fireplace with gas fired log burner. Good utility room with door to garden.
Stairs from the dining kitchen give access to three bedrooms - two doubles, one of which has a king-sized bed, and a single - and a bathroom (bath, basin and wc). Further stairs from the sitting room lead to the two other bedrooms - one twin and one single - and a separate wc with washbasin and a separate shower.
The farmhouse has a wealth of character features with many beams and interesting windows. There are views from all the west-facing windows. Fitted carpets. Furnishings are comfortable in traditional style with lots of personal touches to complete the home from home feel. Some double glazing.
Outside: Sheltered west-facing patio with fine views leading to a large enclosed garden with lawn and shrubs and garden furniture. Ample parking for three cars in named spaces within the farm grounds. Pub restaurant and shop in Troutbeck Bridge approx. 1 mile down the hill.
The twin towns of Bowness and Windermere are both vibrant, fun-filled places set within the splendid scenery of the Lake District. Both towns provide a range of amenities, shops and restaurants to suit all tastes whilst Ambleside offers the additional attraction of a boat ride to Bowness, the Lakeside Aquarium and Beatrix Potter's 'Hill Top House' at Sawrey. Grizedale Forest Park is within easy driving distance and is home to a range of activities including many good walks, mountain biking and the 'Go Ape' adventure park. The region also boasts many National Trust properties as well as a variety of water sports for those who prefer a more adrenaline-fuelled trip. Children will enjoy a trip to the 'World of Beatrix Potter' in Bowness whilst the villages of Grasmere, Coniston Water, Kendal, Keswick and the Lakeland Mountains are all within easy reach.
Accommodation
5 bedrooms: 4 x Single Bed, 1 x Double Bed, 1 x King Size Bed, 1 x Travel cot,.
1 x Bathroom 1 x Bathroom.
1 x Kitchen
1 oven of type: electric.
Hobs.
Microwave.
Fridge.
Freezer.
TV.
Dvd Player.
Wi-Fi included.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot and high chair included Parking.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop within 1.17 miles.
Pub within 1.02 miles
Nearby points of interest
- Lake Windermere
- Wastwater Lake
- Wastwater Alpaca Trekking
Reviews (25)
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Binu
. when taking shower water dripping into downstairs dining hall. Outside ambiance is excellent
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Laurence
Big kitchen and living room area with plenty of chairs and the kitchen was well equipped. The bedrooms however were a let down. I appreciate that it's an old building and it's uneven floors are quirky, but the beds need to be levelled otherwise it is extremely uncomfortable to sleep.
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Duncan
Cosy , well heated, great views, nice spaces downstairs for eating and socialising. Great views and location for the lakes. Shower in one bathroom is unusable. Couldn't get the temperature right. One bedroom has a very sloping bed/floor, so difficult to sleep comfortably in. Contact with Sykes, the management company was poor. We had questions about how to turn on one of the fires and where to leave rubbish and recycle but there was no response from them by e mail or phone.