Guests say
Driftwood is a well-received cottage, praised for its cleanliness, stunning views, and high standard of comfort and furnishings. Guests appreciate the thoughtful touches, including a welcome pack, though these are not guaranteed. The location is ideal for exploring the Lake District, with easy access to local walks and amenities. Some minor maintenance issues are noted, but overall, the property offers a cosy and enjoyable stay.
Guests consistently mention the property as being extremely clean and well-maintained, with only a few isolated comments suggesting the need for a deeper clean. The high standard of cleanliness contributes significantly to the overall positive experience.
The location is highly praised for its scenic views and proximity to local attractions and amenities. It serves as a great base for exploring the Lake District and surrounding areas. Some guests mention the main road's noise, but the positive comments far outweigh this.
The cottage is frequently described as cosy and comfortable, with comfortable beds and a relaxing atmosphere. There are some remarks about the firmness of the sofa and the steepness of the stairs, but overall, guests find the property very comfortable.
Facilities are generally well-regarded, with a well-equipped kitchen and good-quality furnishings. Some guests suggest the addition of a few items and mention minor maintenance issues like plumbing. The lack of a grassed area for dogs is noted, but alternative walking options are available.
Many reviews express gratitude for the thoughtful touches such as a welcome pack and toiletries. While these are appreciated, it is important to note that such extras are a courtesy and not guaranteed with every stay.
About this property
This fantastic, semi-detached cottage offers panoramic views of the River Kent estuary and out to the Lake District, as far as The Old Man of Coniston and the Langdale Pikes, in the quiet Hamlet of Sandside, near Milnthopre, within the Arnside & Silverdale AONB. Driftwood is ideal for a couple or small family wanting to explore the surrounding and stunning countryside of the Arnside & Silverdale AONB,a s well as the Lake District National Park, which is visible from the property and around a 15-minute drive away. Enter the property into an open-plan living room, with a well-equipped kitchen combining lovely navy blue units with pale blue appliances, like the Swan fridge/freezer, kettle and toaster. Here you can cook delicious home-cooked meals to be enjoyed as a group at the dining table, while you make plans for your stay, before moving into the living room to relax on one of two sofas and enjoy watching the Smart TV, as well as enjoying the incredible estuary and Lake District views available. Upstairs are two bright and airy bedrooms; a double and a twin, each with a TV and fantastic views, as well as a shower room with walk-in shower and a heated towel rail for added comfort. Outside you will find off-road parking for two cars as well as an enclosed front garden with a lawn and patio area with furniture, ideal for sitting out with a morning tea or coffee and taking in your magical setting, along with a south-facing suntrap back garden with decking area and furniture. There is a fantastic pub at the end of the road and a resturant that overlooks the bay, while the centre of Storth is a short walk away. The South Lakeland village of Milnthorpe is just over a mile away, offering a supermarket, shops, bars, cafés and restaurants, as well as a weekly market in the square every Friday. Arnside & Silverdale AONB offers scenic walking trails through several nature reserves and the chance to observe a variety of wildlife, while the Lake District national Park is a 15-minute drive away. Head to Kendal, just nine miles away, with a choice of museums, an art gallery, a superb golf course, as well as the ruins of its 12th century castle, and don't forget to pick up some Kendal mint cake while you're there. The Whitbarrow National Nature Reserve, lake at Windermere, Grizedale Forest and many popular lakeland towns are all easily accessible from the cottage too. Driftwood is an idyllic base for a Lake District holiday.
The hamlet of Sandside is situated on the estuary of the River Kent, within the Arnside and Silverdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, just outside of the market town of Milnthorpe. With beautiful walks from Sandside, the hamlet has a pub, which is believed to date back to 1671, along with the Kingfisher Restaurant. Close by is Milnthorpe, which was once an important medieval market town, where today you will find narrow lanes and historic buildings, along with a selection of shops and pubs.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x double with TV, 1 x twin with TV.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Open-plan living room with kitchen, dining and sitting room
Gas central heating.
Electric oven and induction hob, microwave, Swan fridge/freezer, washer dryer, dishwasher, Smart TV, 2 x TV and WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for 2 cars (please note there are steps leading down to the property from the driveway).
Front enclosed lawn and patio garden with furniture.
Rear enclosed decking with furniture.
One well-behaved pet welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 1 mile, pub food 2 miles.
Nearby points of interest
- Lakeland Motor Museum
- Laurel and Hardy Museum
- Lake Windermere
Reviews (41)
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John
For us, parking was easy every time required - outside the front door, which was framed by pretty roses. We got the parking permit arranged once we phoned the cottage owner, who picked up first time and registered our car details online at their end. This cottage was a real 'cottage' size, yet cosy, well- renovated, equipped and furnished with a nice 'sea/blue' interior theme. The stairs were steep, so we found that using the handrail was necessary. We found the mattresses were quite comfortable, and discovered the lounge sofa also proved to be a good sofabed. The area was very quiet at night. So, on our stay, we slept well. One evening, we relaxed and dined in the small sun-trap back garden surrounded by fragrant honeysuckle and tall evergreen hedges. In Lymington, we ate at the King's Head pub-restaurant. Their 'giant' fish & chips main dish was very, very good. A great stay.
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K
This was our second time and I am sure we will come again. It is in the most beautiful situation and perfectly placed for exploring Arnside & Silverdale and local area as well as the Southern lakes and Yorkshire dales. We had some wonderful local walks without travelling far at all, and lovely to know we were coming back to such a comfortable cottage every evening. We were very grateful for all the information about local walks in the folder and the books provided.
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Wendy
I stayed at the cottage last year and I did feel that although the upstairs was very clean, fresh and tidy the downstairs area was not as good as last year and lacked things like decent bin bags and a kitchen roll, a sweeping brush, just the basics . I will probably return at sometime in the future but at over £800 for the week would hope for a little more luxury.