North Lodge
ID: S487694
- Bedrooms 3
- ・ Sleeps 6
- ・ Pets 2
Guests say
North Lodge is a charming property praised for its beautiful location and historical charm. Guests have enjoyed the well-equipped kitchen, the hot tub, and the proximity to local amenities. The lodge's unique character and setting provide a delightful base for exploring the surrounding area, with many guests expressing a desire to return.
Reviews indicate a generally clean environment, but there are mentions of cobwebs, spiders, and a dirty microwave. The hot tub cleanliness was also a concern for some guests. However, the property was described as well-maintained and clean upon arrival by others.
The property's location is highly praised for its historical setting and proximity to local attractions, pubs, and shops. The surrounding walks and the ease of access to nearby towns contribute to a positive experience.
Guests find the lodge comfortable and warm, with a relaxing atmosphere. Some concerns were raised about the living room being on the second floor and a few maintenance issues, but overall, the comfort level is satisfactory.
The property offers a range of facilities, including a well-equipped kitchen and a hot tub. However, there are reports of maintenance issues such as a loose toilet, a blocked hoover, and incorrect WiFi information. The hot tub had some operational problems, affecting the score.
There is no mention of gifts or special thoughtful touches provided by the hosts in the reviews, so it is not possible to assess this category. Therefore, the score is set to null.
About this property
Situated in Appleby-in-Westmorland, Cumbria, is this charming, three-bedroom home, North Lodge. Just moments away from the bustling high street with everything you need for a self-catered stay, this historic setting is ideal for both families and friends. Leave your vehicle in a public car park before exploring the established grounds to reach your holiday home. Step inside to discover the entrance hallway, where on your left you will find the light and airy dining room to enjoy your mealtimes together. Moving through the property, locate the contemporary kitchen, hosting an electric oven and gas hob to prepare heart-warming meals, as well as a dishwasher for a fuss-free clean. Discover the wrap-around garden to savour a cold beverage. There is an outhouse housing a hot tub, so you can melt your worries away before heading inside and climbing up to the first-floor to unwind in the sitting room. Catch-up on your favourite shows on the TV with a cup of tea in hand or why not enjoy a bubble-bath in the family bathroom? When sleep calls, there are three well-presented bedrooms to choose from, including a ground-floor double, ideal for those with limited mobility and two more doubles sitting on the first-floor. Awaken with a cup of tea and a home-cooked breakfast with the kitchen appliances to assist you before exploring your beautiful surroundings. For a much-needed break, choose a stay at North Lodge. Note: This property can be booked with Ref. 1102400, together sleeping up to 8 guests. Note: The Housekeeper will Meet and Greet guests upon arrival and will direct them to the nearby car park.
The medieval town of Appleby-in-Westmorland is situated in a loop of the River Eden, with the North Pennines, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and the Lake District Fells visible on the western horizon. This is one of the loveliest towns in the north of England, set in the green Eden Valley and steeped in history. It was previously the county town of Westmorland. Appleby is set between the Lakes and the Yorkshire Dales, allowing visitors to take advantage of the contrasting landscapes of these two National Parks, as well as various walking and cycling options and the town's superb leisure complex. Appleby boasts a fantastic assortment of high-quality independent businesses, cafes, and delicatessens that sell locally created food and crafts.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 1 x ground-floor double, 2 x double.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Cloakroom with WC.
Kitchen.
Dining room.
First-floor sitting room.
Shower room external with hot tub
Central heating.
Electric oven, gas hob, fridge/freezer, dishwasher.
TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Public car park.
Wrap-around garden with hot tub in outer house.
Two well behaved small dogs welcome (request upon booking).
Sorry no smoking.
Shop 0.3 miles, pub 0.1 miles.
Please note this property can only accept bookings that have 72 hours notice prior to arrival date
Reviews (9)
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Ron
The floor was left wet with standing water and wet mop by the back door, though it smelt clean the floor was filthy soon blackened the kids socks. The doors on the hot tub outbuilding do not close and the whole building requires a thorough cleaning and tidy up with maintenance tasks taken care of. The downstairs toilet is loose and could topple over and the upstairs bathroom requires the grout cleaning. The building is full of cobwebs and flies with a very little amount of attention to detail. The microwave is disgusting and needs to be replaced. Overall I would not stay there again, not the standard I expect from a Skyes cottage.
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Sam
! Apart from being slightly apprehensive regarding the comments about a man banging on doors and windows, (which I am happy to report we didnât encounter during our stay) we had a fabulous time! The lodge is very close to the centre of town, walkable but it is uphill on the way back. We visited the Crown and Cushion for a meal, the staff there were lovely and the meal amazingâ¦We can highly recommend the Blade of beef. Fish and chips from the riverside chippy were also delicious, we took them back to the lodge and ate them on the picnic bench outside! North Lodge is ideally placed for days out. We Stumbled upon Penrith Castle where we had a lovely walk around the ruins and park, in hindsight we should have packed a picnic and had our lunch there as the weather was lovely. Windermere and The Beatrix Potter museum is about a 60minute drive away, my little girl loved the museum and my Mum and Pooch enjoyed watching the world go by with a cup of coffee across the road in the Flying Pig where we had a very tasty lunch too. Hadrians wall is approximately 1 hour away, we didnât research it very well so didnât get the best experience but the tea room at Birdoswald was lovely and my daughter managed to get a âRoman rulerâ from the souvenir shop. North lodge has everything you could need for a fabulous stay including the hot tub which my little girl loved! The kitchen is extremely well equipped, all the usuals toaster, microwave etc but not mentioned in the lodges description is the fact that tea towels, dish cloths, washing up liquid and dishwasher tablets are provided too as well as plenty of loo rolls, we brought our own and were pleasantly surprised when we found them already provided. There is also a hairdryer in one of the bedrooms which is a bonus. The information folder and leaflets are all very helpful and include wifi password and emergency contacts. We have a couple of teeny tiny suggestions - a couple more mats in the hot tub/shower would be helpful as I felt like I was going to slip with my wet feet on the tiled floor and finally, the security light at the back of the lodgeâ¦wonderful to have but we looked like we were doing a rain dance every night when we were out with the dog as it only stays on for a few seconds!!! We had an amazing stay and will definitely be coming back, my little girl wants to stay for the full week next time!!! Thank you for making our break amazing & comfortable and we will see you soon.
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Melanie
The lodge was stunning and warm and the location was perfect. Just a stones through to the local pub and close to a shop. Just a warning, however, the stone path out the front door was extremely slippery in the morning. Perhaps they could do with a power wash to lift the grime.