Reviews from guests who stayed at this hotel, shared by our hotel supplier. Score based on the latest 92 reviews.
Warnock
United Kingdom · Solo · August 2026
“A Hidden Gem”
+The Secret Cottage is tucked away in a hidden lane in a central location in Sedbergh. This cottage is furnished with everything you need to make your stay comfortable. The spiral staircase was challenging but with care, easy to navigate. Without hesitation I would stay here again.
−No negative comments.
Chrisie Terry-Ann
United Kingdom · Couple · August 2026
“Disappointing”
+Location
−Unfortunately, our experience at this cottage was extremely disappointing. We booked 5 nights but had to leave after just 2 due to the amount of dust and animal fur, which triggered a severe allergic reaction and made it impossible for us to stay safely. We regularly stay in small, pet-friendly villages for hiking and have never experienced an allergic reaction like this before. We therefore found the condition of the cottage particularly concerning. We informed the host, but were shocked by the lack of empathy or concern. We were asked to provide photographic evidence of the allergic reaction, which is unreasonable as an allergic reaction cannot simply be photographed. Despite leaving early due to our health, the host refused any refund for the remaining 3 nights, not even allowing Booking.com to provide a 1% refund. Very grateful that my wife and I were able to afford alternative accommodation, as not everyone would have that option. However, the lack of compassion throughout the situation was genuinely shocking. There were also other issues, including a shower that ran extremely hot, downstairs tv has no signal and remote buttons don’t work and an uncomfortable foam mattress. Sp
Trish Ler
United Kingdom · Solo · August 2026
“Great little cottage”
+Lovely little cottage, close to everything in Sedbergh, free parking on streets or 2 carparks nearby. Drop off suitcase point outside a pink cottage, secret cottage is behind the pink cottage. Dog friendly.
−Only a mild complaint, neither of us couldn't turn down the hot water in shower, so shower was very hot!
Paul
United Kingdom · Couple · July 2026
“Ok”
+Location
−Leak from when shower was used
Jari
United Arab Emirates · Couple · July 2026
“Sedbergh is really nice for a few days, beutiful surroundings.”
+Location was great even though difficult to find at first
−Not very well cleaned. I told the staff that there was no fry pan. I was first told there is one, after telling that there was none I was told the previous guest must have taken it. I never got any fry pan:(
C. Oliver
United Kingdom · Couple · June 2026
“Fantastic! I would definitely consider staying there again, and would recommend it to anyone.”
+Eveerything about this property was spot on. Well appointed, beautifully clean and just generally exactly what we were looking for as a base for a quick weekend getaway.
−Nothing at all. There are no complaints whatsoever. We had an issue that was unforeseen - not going to go into details - and the owner had it all sorted out in no time flat, and it in no way had a negative effect on our stay, if anything it was handled so efficiently that it was instantly a funny story that we will tell and remember; kudos to the owner / operator on that one.
paul
United Kingdom · Couple · May 2026
“Unfortunate as Booking.com had listed a bath which didn’t exist and the flooring was unfortunate.”
+A lovely cottage that the ladies had made very clean and cosy.
−Unfortunately the shower flooded into the lounge below. We were subsequently told it was due to the neighbours drains. The owners agreed to refund us and we left but at great inconvenience as we had to find somewhere else that took dogs.
Jackie
United Kingdom · Couple · April 2026
“Ok for a stop off but wouldn’t want to stay longer”
+It was handy for the village.
−It is very small. You have to park in a narrow street to unload then find somewhere to park. As it was dark when we arrived it was difficult unloading as there is no lighting in the alleyway. The heating had not been on and it wasn’t very warm and downstairs is quite cold. You can hear the neighbours quite clearly. We were left some milk but it was a week out of date so was off.
rebecca
United Kingdom · Couple · April 2026
+The hole stay was amazing, definitely wish we went for longer and will definitely be going back for a stay x
−Nothing
Jackson
United Kingdom · Couple · December 2025
+Beautiful location, beautiful cottage, peaceful, quiet