Reviews from guests who stayed at this hotel, shared by our hotel supplier. Score based on the latest 151 reviews.
David
United Kingdom · Couple · November 2026
“Disappointing”
+It’s a lovely cottage with a cosy feeling. It was nice to find fresh milk in the fridge.
−The bathroom hadn’t been cleaned, the gentle man did come down to clean it and I pointed out several hairs in the bath and shower tray. He sprayed and wiped down but on closer inspection it was filthy and the toilet seat with urine on it!. The kitchen needs a deep clean, the microwave has food stuck to the roof and i had to clean the kettle before we could use it! It was a shame as it could be lovely. Please give it a deep clean and touch up the paint work.
David
United Kingdom · Family · November 2026
“Nice little cottage, warm and loved the old ornaments, Singer, Typewriter, Camera.”
+Size, Location, ease of getting in.
−People would walk past and bang on the windows, plus main bedroom, the blind still lets in a streak of light, onto the head end of the bed, shining in my eyes and waking me up, or struggling to get to sleep
Rothwell
United Kingdom · Family · October 2026
“Lovely cottage will be back for another stay.”
+Cosy, comfortable and welcoming cottage. Great area and welcoming owners
−There was a smell in the bathroom on arrival. But once we started using facilities it went.
Carole
United Kingdom · Family · October 2026
“A perfect spot enroute to the lakes.”
+Avery nice cottage in a lovely location.
−Parking a big car was a bit tricky.
H G Jones
United Kingdom · Solo · September 2026
“1 night stay”
+Owner very pleasant and helpful
−Badly cracked tiles and old mouldy sillicone in the shower and behind sink. Cobwebs throughout. Microwave dirty. Floor at side of washing machine filthy. Tiles and slabs lethal in the back courtyard.
Eve
United Kingdom · Solo · August 2026
+The location was just what we needed, clean, comfortable and peaceful. Great base for my partner to motorcycle from to do the passes in the lakes and great dog walking routes for me
−Parking was a little tight and the was a smell in the bathroom which was a little unpleasant.
Jamie
United Kingdom · Couple · August 2026
“Lovely little stay, lovely hosts nice people. Had everything we needed.”
+Quaint, cute close to our needs for the weekend. Good for walks in the area
Lisa
United Kingdom · Couple · August 2026
“Lovely location, a great cosy quaint cottage! Would recommend!”
+The property was in a private courtyard and the door was already open awaiting our arrival. Kim was warm and inviting, helped us locate the Cottage. The cottage had a quaint feel about it, cosy and well equipped, master bedroom was large and easily fitted the dogs bed in the room too. Was lovely to have a little garden with table/chairs to relax in (padded seating provided), some local milk was provided and teas/coffees and some cereal was also available. Location was very quiet too, perfect little getaway. Lots of walks for the doggo! Great information booklet with information around the local area.
−It's not a "didn't like but more of an inconvenience" Parking at the property was a little tight - an allocated parking space was provided at the cottage and manoeuvring a larger vehicle such as an SUV (we had a Tesla Model Y), could be challenging due to the limited turning space when reversing out of the allocated space. Care needed to avoid nearby cars and the building opposite when leaving the space. It wasn't quite an Austin Powers style 20-point turn, but it did take a few manoeuvres to get back onto the main driveway. Don't let this put you off if you have a smaller car or have better spacial awareness than I! :)
Tahir
United Kingdom · Family · August 2026
“A perfect overnight stay but would love to return for longer in the future.”
+Second stay at Courtyard Cottage and both were overnight stays only. The place is so beautiful, well laid out and equipped that it would be great to be able to have a longer stay. The rooms, the decor, the facilities were all top notch. It is an old fashioned stone cottage with a look that perfectly matches it. The setting is perfect, secluded and quiet yet near enough to easily get into Kendal. The host is unobtrusive but very friendly and easy to talk to. We stayed a second time precisely because the first visit was so impressive.
−Only being able to stay one night!
Young
United Kingdom · Family · July 2026
“A lovely cosy, cottage near Kendal. Shame about the smell.”
+The property provided towels and breakfast items which was a nice touch. The outdoor space was lovely too and was a real sun trap with a BBQ you could use if staying longer. The beds were really comfy and the curtains blocked out enough light to get a good night's sleep.
−There were some unusual smells in the property. The main entrance smelled as though a cat had sprayed, which was obviously and unpleasant thing when arriving at your place to stay. The bathroom also smelled really bad and I'm not sure if this was because of the toilet being on a septic tank, but it was really off putting and made me feel quite ill when I wanted to have a wash in the morning.