Summer Cottage Pet-Friendly Cottage in Allithwaite, Cumbria

A lovely quiet place. It is a big cottage in a lovely location, close to a pub and the fireplace was great. The owner of the cottage was really helpful.

A lovely relaxing cottage, which is very deceptive in its size. The location is great, the stream at the back is so relaxing and the location so quiet but near all amenities in Grange Over Sands.

We loved this cottage and the surrounding area. The beck at the back of the property was so pretty and the balcony out of the lounge was lovely and relaxing. The very short stroll to The Pheasant where they serve meals was fantastic. A lovely break.

The cottage had a very relaxed atmosphere and felt at home as soon as we entered.

Lovely fire. Warm house. Great bathroom. Excellent Internet. Beautiful stream running through the back of the garden. Lots of room. Good beds. Nice that dogs are allowed. We loved it.

The cottage was very homely warm and comfortable and it worked well with 7 of us there.

A peaceful setting and a great location. The cottage was homely cosy, it had everything that we needed. Myself the family had a great birthday weekend. We would have no hesitation in recommending the cottage to our friends/relatives.

Lovely location and peaceful. Clean and welcoming. Excellent base to explore the Lakes and Summer Cottage was kitted out with everything you need.

It felt like home from home. I loved the babbling brook at the bottom of the garden. It was warm and cosy.

The Cottage was in a lovely quiet setting, enjoyed sitting on the balcony in the sun in the morning. The pub was a 3minute walk along the short cut at the end of the street. Had a glorious sunny week and enjoyed the stream and the BBQ.

A cosy little cottage in a very peaceful location.

Lovely cottage in a lovely location. Even though there were other cottages close by it was lovely and quiet. Having the balcony was an added bonus. Would definitely like to go back in the height of summer for a longer holiday to take full advantage of the balcony, stream and BBQ. There wasn't anything that I did not like.

Where do I begin. When we arrived at this quiet location our first impression from the outside was it was very small, compact, tight parking spot and very muddy. We entered to find the kitchen on the left was very dull and in desperate need of updating. Sink area and worktop had black mold around and very heavily stained which could not be removed. Outdated kitchen cutlery and utensils. Outside was appalling. SCAFFOLDING in the back garden, which took up a quarter of the back garden. Dirty patio, fence needed painting, the blue form in the advertising picture was absolutely filthy (under an overgrown tree) in the back garden, BBQ was filthy and hadn't been used for years (rusty). When we did try and sit out we got wet as constant dripping from the plastic corrugated roofing. Bushes and tree needed cutting back, hardly a garden to sit in. Stream was lovely but picture makes it look far bigger than it actually is. The grassed area looks part of your garden and accessible but beware it is not. Waste bin completely FULL on arrival, expected it to be removed later that day, but it was not. Drinks coasters needed wiping, zip was broken on the settee cover. Beds extremely comfy and bedding lovely. We went home after 3 days and bins still not emptied. ONE WEEKS RENT WOULD RESOLVE MOST PROBLEMS.

A nice cottage in a very peaceful setting. Everything you need, but compact to the point of slightly cramped, if you're tall you will be bumping your head on the light fittings, eaves, cooker hood, bathroom cabinet etc! The accommodation is spread across three floors with two bathrooms, the ground floor has the shower so there's two flight of stairs to contend with if you want a shower but it is a good powerful one. Open fire in living area (take your own logs etc.) and effective central heating. Kitchen is well equipped, if a little dated, beds very comfortable, babbling brook at the end of the small garden is a nice touch. There's parking, but if you've two cars this will test your skills! Decent sized TVs and good wifi. Overall a good find and we are looking forward to visiting again.

Loved the cottage and its rural setting. Very tranquil. Small and friendly village and community nearby. Excellent location.

I would say that the cottage was fantastic and thoroughly deserves to be rated highly. We loved the location and the cottage was magnificent.

The cottage itself has a very 'homely' feel about it. I could live there no problem! The babbling brook was a particular favourite for our dog to cool down in after a long walk. Great location for some great walks and the pub is just a 2 minute walk away and serves lovely food. We will definitely go back.

We loved the cottage and it was well set up for children and animals, we will book again next year but for a bit longer.

After searching for a rental that would permit two dogs I found Summer Cottage. A birthday treat for my best friend. The cottage is in wonderful surroundings , secluded with a private garden complete with a stream at the bottom. The accommodation was clean , but a little tatty , the sofa cushions have stains , the kitchen kick boards were loose, the garden table in dire need of a lick of paint.Bushes could trimmed back , weeding. Small details that could be rectified easily. Just cosmetic . Having said that. The kitchen is very well equipped for a rental, the shower was fantastic , and having two toilets to use is always a bonus. From the property there is a walk along to the end of the road which was ideal for doggys last walk of the night before bed - just remember to take a torch and beware of the low flying bats! During the day We took a left at the end of the road and walked along to , " Humphries Head." Although there isn't a path the motorists are exceptionally pleasant , will smile and wave and more importantly , don't drive round the roads like loons !! You are a short drive from Grange over Sands with some lovely little shops and a fine place to stop for tea and cake, and to pick up a lovely home cooked meal to take away for tea, " hazel mere." The property is welcoming and warm, sitting in the garden watching the stream was very relaxing. It is such a shame that the property next door seems abandoned, the garden is in quite an advanced state of neglect and it kind of spoils the beauty of the place. Such a shame. Something else to be aware of if travelling with dogs. The end house has two dogs, an old looking lab type and a bouncy pointer type. Both dogs seemed to be free to roam the area, although would recall, if reluctantly, when the owner shouted. Unfortunately the same could not be said for an older man with a border collie. His dog came flying over to mine - a rescue Lakeland , who gets very distressed when other dogs approach in such a manner, and the man pretty much done nothing. We asked him several times to please get his dog away. He eventually harrumphed over to grab his collarless dog , told my friend to , keep her hair on, bloody rude, and dragged the dog away. This is the kind of information I find invaluable . You may be in a similar position , with a rescue dog , or a nervous dog. Being told to keep your hair on isn't really acceptable when all you are trying to do is protect, and calm your dog down . It might be worthwhile taking a walking stick out with you if you are concerned , always better to be safe than sorry . So , in summary , lovely property, lovely area . Next door is a bit of an abandoned ramshackle, not something the owners of summer cottage can do anything about but be prepared for the jungle over the fence. Good walking ,nice pub within walking distance , " the pheasant" which is dog friendly and didn't feel at all like a local pub for local people, if you know what I mean. Comfy beds, comfy sofas, good shower, hot water, well equipped kitchen , excellent wifi . Nice balcony off living room . One inconsiderate , rude, local dog owner. Oh and check out is 10am prompt , and please, if you depart on a Wednesday , please put the bins out , we had nowhere to put our rubbish as bins hadn't been emptied .

Myself and my friends had a lovely short stay at this beautiful cottage in allithwaite. Nicely decorated and layed out inside, with a lovely balcony overlooking the gardens and fields beyond. Small gravelled garden off the kitchen with a lovely sitting out area, barbeque and wonderful stream flowing at the bottom. The dogs loved it and so did we!The cottage isn't isolated and you have neighbours either side, though you would never know. The only small problem we had was getting the oven to work, and maybe the inclusion of some logs for the fire would have been nice, considering the time of year that we went. Though having said that the central heating in the cottage was very good. Just like having an open fire - if It was a very relaxing and very enjoyable holiday, only a short drive away from the south lakes. We went for a short break in October but would love to go back in summer to make full use of that balcony and garden.

Really lovely little cottage .Great value for money , very well equipped .Quiet location ideal for relaxing holiday , good pub few minutes walk away . Would definitely book again .

The cottage had all we needed, and was very clean and cosy.

This cottage is very good. Lovely clean rooms with kitchen and dining area with door to the small garden with a stream. Having 2 bathrooms - one ground floor and one top floor was good. A pub with good food and friendly staff was a few minutes walk away. Although I wouldn't have wanted to stay there with young children because of the stream and a dog continually fouled the garden while we were there!

We have had a lovely warm stay in Summer Cottage, Allithwaite. (Well behaved dogs accepted). All the usual amenities plus walking guides, a few games and books. Kitchen very well stocked with equipment. The neighbours are so friendly. I loved the brook at the bottom of the garden, but families with children should take care, it's a bit deep in the middle. Only minus was one of the mattresses in the attic room could do with replacing as the bed springs were uncomfortable. We also visited the Pheasant Inn a couple of hundred yards away for two delicious meals. Added bonus not to have to drive anywhere. See separate review. Beautiful countryside for brisk walks with the dog. Grange-over Sands had some good shops and cafes in which to explore. Wonderful weekend with family. Will certainly be back in 2013.