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Longsyke Retreat

Grasmere, Lake District
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Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 1
4 star
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Internet access
Pub nearby
Shop nearby
Luxury
Romantic
Sky TV
Parking on site / nearby
Electric vehicle charging
Decorated for Christmas
Towels included
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • A cosy cottage for two a stroll away from Grasmere village and lake
  • An enclosed garden offers the perfect space to relax
  • Visit Dove Cottage, home of poet William Wordsworth, before returning to an evening in front of the wood burner
Property code: SZ322

Escape to this romantic hideaway in the pretty English village of Grasmere, famous for its connections to poet William Wordsworth, and its delicious gingerbread.

Looking for a romantic retreat with your beloved doggo in tow? Look no further than this cosy Cumbrian cottage for two and a dog. The Lake District National Park is, of course, a dog-walker’s paradise and this pretty Grasmere cottage is centrally located for seeing all of the sights. Whether you’re eager to sniff out some adventure on the nearby mountains or let Rover fetch sticks beside some of the county’s impressive lakes, a stay in Grasmere is certain to offer plenty of top dog routes. As day turns to night, you can head home and relax in your pup-friendly property, putting feet (or paws) up to recharge for days ahead.

Man and dog alike will feel instantly welcome on arrival, discovering the luxury welcome pack that’s crammed with treats for humans and presents for your pup. The hub of the house is the colourful kitchen, complete with a breakfast table with plenty of space for maps and plotting rewarding walkies yet to come. Step outside to find an enclosed patio with benches, the perfect spot for enjoying a morning coffee as your beloved doggo stretches their legs. Trot back inside to find two ever-comfortable places to while away the evening with Fido by your side. The lounge features an L-shaped sofa, wood burner and plenty in way of entertainment, whilst the super-king-size bedroom is also equipped with a Sky Q TV.

Dotted with pretty towns and stunning beauty spots, the Cumbrian countryside couldn’t be more suited to a romantic break accompanied by man’s best friend. Along with the village of Grasmere itself (0.5 miles), bustling towns including Keswick (13 miles), Ambleside (4 miles) and Windermere (8.5 miles) offer a relaxed day out with plenty of pup-friendly pubs and cafes. Those who prefer walkies off the beaten track will be delighted to find mountains including Skiddaw (10 miles) and Helvellyn (6 miles) close by.

  • 1 bedroom – 1 super-king-size bedroom (can be made up as a twin on request)
  • 1 bathroom – 1 shower room with a shower and WC
  • Range cooker with electric ovens and grill, gas hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, washer/dryer
  • Welcome hampers
  • Wood burner (logs provided all year round)
  • Gas central heating
  • Wi-Fi included
  • 2 TVs with Sky Q multi room package
  • Enclosed courtyard garden with crazy paving and garden furniture
  • Parking for 2 cars, further on road parking nearby
  • Pub, shop, and eateries within half a mile
  • 1 dog welcome - please note this property only accepts dogs over 12 months
  • Electric vehicle charging on site
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 1 dog allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £150 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £20. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Kylie Harmon-Twidle

This property is personally managed by Kylie.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 12 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Kathleen 15th March 2024

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Outstanding accommodation, with everything you could possibly need in the kitchen and a lovely welcome pack. Super location. This was our 3rd visit and would certainly book again.

Reviewed by Lesley 26th January 2024

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Lovely property in an excellent location. Very well equipped, a very generous welcome hamper provided and superb views from the rear of the property. A few minutes walk into Grasmere centre with great selection of cafes and restaurants. Fantastic walks from the doorstep. Had an enjoyable winter break.

Reviewed by Anna 12th January 2024

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This cottage is superb! Beautifully decorated and comfortable. Probably the most well equipped cottage we have ever stayed in! We loved playing Scrabble every evening in front of the log fire. The location is fantastic, we didn't need to use our car all week! The cafes and the Coop on the village keep us going, and everyday we walked in a differentRead more direction. Absolutely fantastic! Hide

Reviewed by Tracie 15th December 2023

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A truly great place to stay, its extremely comfortable and very well equipped and a short walk from the heart of Grasmere, great walks for the dog and plenty of dog friendly places to eat and shop

Reviewed by Margaret 24th November 2023

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Super, comfortable cottage, well equipped. Lovely welcome hamper of goodies too.

Reviewed by Alison 21st July 2023

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A lovely well equipped and comfortable upstairs flat with very generous welcome packs. Beautiful views at the back and very convenient for local facilities. We never used the garden because the weather wasnt great and because it couldnt be accessed directly from the flat.

Reviewed by Sarah 26th June 2023

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Reviewed by Karen 12th June 2023

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Five star accommodation, has everything you could need for a perfect stay including parking. Beautifully decorated very comfortable. Fabulous welcome pack for us and a welcome pack for our dog. Would definitely stay again.

Reviewed by Kathleen 24th March 2023

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Reviewed by Philip 28th January 2023

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Reviewed by Margaret 25th November 2022

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A lovely, well equipped, comfortable cottage, with the added bonus of parking.

Reviewed by Jon 7th November 2022

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Location

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