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4 Guests
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2 Bedrooms
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1 Bathroom
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Pets No
Features
- Open fire
- Garden / Patio
- Pub/shop < 1 mile
- Washing machine
- Dishwasher
- Broadband / WiFi
Reviews & Ratings
73 Customer Reviews
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"Orchard Cottage is a real home from home treat."
The cottage itself is so comfy and homely and it has everything you could possibly think of. The chocolate biscuits on arrival were very welcoming. The local pub, the Hare and Hound has superb food and is well worth a visit and within walking distance, as is the local village shop. If you need anything else, the main supermarkets are a shot drive away. We had a fantastic holiday and will certainly be returning.
Thank you so much for your lovely review, we’re glad you had a good time in our little cottage xx Property Owner
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"Many thanks for our fourth wonderful week in your lovely little cottage with a comfy bed and powerful shower."
It’s relaxing to know we’re staying in a place with those extra touches which make it a complete home-from-home. It has good access to both the northern and southern Lake District with the added bonus of great walking in the locality. Levens is a delightful village with a well-stocked shop and friendly pub serving tasty meals. During this stay, the owner got in touch to let us know that the neighbour adjacent to The Orchard was having an issue with their water supply (which we hope has been resolved!) and although not affecting us, it was very handy to be made aware of a potential problem. We hope to return!
Thank you for your positive review, you’re always welcome at The Orchard x Property Owner
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"It’s all the little things that made this cottage the best."
Handwash upstairs and downstairs. Hand towels, T- Towels, kitchen roll, cooking oil all provided. It’s these little things that you often forget when packing your go on holiday. It was lovely to have a wood burner. The village shop was a tardis, and had lots of fresh foods. The owner was a call away if needed. It was a well thought out cottage, clean, cosy.
Thank you so much for the lovely review, we try to provide the things we would want to find in a holiday cottage ourselves! The shop is definitely an asset to the village so thank you for supporting it x Property Owner
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"This is the 4th time we've stayed at The Orchard."
The cottage is always clean and tidy and a joy to spend a nice relaxing week away in. The owners left us some milk in the fridge as well as a pack of chocolate biscuits. There is all you need in the kitchen for cooking and also washing up liquid etc. The bed is very comfy and we always have good nights sleep in such a quiet area of Levens.
Thank you for coming back again to The Orchard and for your positive feedback. The bed is new this season and it’s good to know it’s comfortable. Property Owner
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"The Orchard is a beautiful cottage in the stunning village of Levens."
We could not find one single fault with this cottage. It was cosy comfortable and clean with everything in it that you need. The garden is really lovely to sit in and relax. We would definitely stay here again.
Thank you for your positive feedback. It was lovely to meet you and hope we see you again x Property Owner
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"Lovely property with comfy beds."
Kitchen small but functional with sufficient pots, pans and utensils. Good location, lovely pub down the road in easy walking distance. Garden is lovely too. Only slight criticism is the sofa and chair which are comfy but very low down so not very suitable with dodgy knees! Would happily return to the cottage.
Thank you for your review, we appreciate your feedback and positive comments. Property Owner
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"Very comfortable."
Pleasant dealings with owners. Would go again.
Thank you for your positive feedback. Hopefully we’ll see you again in the future. Property Owner
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"The property was amazing it had everything you could ever ask for, we met the ..."
The property was amazing it had everything you could ever ask for, we met the owner and he was very accommodating and very friendly, would definitely recommend this cottage to anyone
Thank you so much for your very positive review. It was lovely to meet you and we’re glad you enjoyed your week. Hopefully we’ll see you again sometime. Property Owner
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"The cottage we stayed in was lovely, as was the location."
However I found that trying to contact yourselves by phone was impossible, and to guide people to the internet to find anything out with a rather abrupt message is not acceptable
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. Property Owner
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"Lovely cottage in a beautiful and peaceful village."
Really enjoyed our stay and we were sorry to leave. Very friendly owner who gave us a tour of his wonderful garden. We loved the cottage. The only thing that could be improved is the seating in the lounge as it didn’t help my bad back. However I’m aware that due to the size of the lounge choice of new seating would be limited. Otherwise excellent.
Thank you for your review and I’m glad you enjoyed your stay at The Orchard overall. I’m sorry to read your comments about the sofa & armchair, they are quite new and you’re correct that we were limited in choice due to space available. Property Owner
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"The location is superb and the cottage even more so."
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at the property.
Thanks so much for your positive feedback. Hopefully we’ll see you again sometime x Property Owner
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"An absolute gem of a place!"
Lovely views, comfortable and in a perfect location. Village shop 5 minutes walk away that sells local produce (the cakes are amazing!) and a fish & chip van that visits on Wednesday evenings that is delicious! Would be more than happy to stay here again!
We’re glad you enjoyed your stay and really appreciate the positive feedback. Thanks also for the chocolates you left for us, a very kind gesture. Hopefully we’ll see you again at The Orchard x Property Owner
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"Have stayed at Orchard cottage a few times."
Very clean comfortable cottage in a lovely area
Thanks for the review, looking forward to seeing you again in 2024 x Property Owner
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"Very homely feel."
The cottage had everything we needed.
Thanks for your positive review x Property Owner
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"We had a thoroughly enjoyable weeks stay, The cottage was comfortable and very well equipped."
It had everything we needed and the owners had obvious given a lot of thought as to what to provide. It was a stunning location and an ideal base for exploring the Lake District. We were impressed with the Village shop which had an extremely extensive stock. We would certainly like to return.
Thanks for your positive review, we’re glad you had a good time. The shop is definitely an asset for the village and we appreciate you using it x Property Owner
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"Thank you very much for a lovely stay at The Orchard."
The cottage had everything we needed, cleaned to a high standard and in a great location. Many thanks
Thanks for your positive review. We're glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to see you again sometime x Property Owner
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"Great location and love the local shop."
Seems to stock everything and so friendly.
Thanks for supporting our village shop, it's such a great asset to the village! Property Owner
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"Lovely property with lots of thoughtful touches and everything you might need - we will definitely be back!"
Many thanks for your positive feedback. Hopefully we'll see you again soon x Property Owner
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"Our short stay disappointedly became sorter than expected due to a family emergency but we found the cottage very comfortable and well equipped for a relaxing stay."
It is well positioned for all the lovely places to visit and the welcome tray was very thoughtful and much appreciated.
Many thanks for your positive comments. It was a shame you had to leave early x Property Owner
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"This was our 3rd time staying at The Orchard."
Enjoyed every minute of our stay, the cottage is perfect for a lovely restful stay in the lakes. It is clean, has lovely bedroom and a well equipped kitchen area. The log burner certainly give good heat which make the lounge area very cozy in the evenings. We will definitely be back.
Thank you for returning to The Orchard and for your positive feedback. We hope to see you again in the future. Leonie Property Owner
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"We have had a lovely relaxing holiday in The Orchard cottage,it had everything that we needed and found it well equipped and comfortable."
The village of Levens is very friendly and helpful with a well stocked village shop.There’s nothing that I would change,perfect for a quiet and peaceful break but in easy distance to travel to larger towns and places of interest.
Thank you for your positive feedback, it was lovely to meet you x Property Owner
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"Lovely old cottage which is clean and extremely well equipped."
It’s situated in a pleasant, friendly village with an excellent shop. The secluded garden is not attached to the house but accessible up several stone steps from the side of the house. The hosts were friendly and helpful but not intrusive. The only small issue for me was the low seating in the lounge. The village is well situated for exploring the South Lakes with many places to visit and walks within easy reach. We spent a very happy week there and would recommend this cottage.
Thank you for your positive feedback. We note your comments about the seating and have recently put new foam cushions on the sofa. It may still be quite low for some visitors but unfortunately space available in the sitting room means choice of sofas is limited x Property Owner
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"Such a lovely cosy cottage, we had a great holiday in The Orchard."
Beds were comfy, Wi-Fi excellent, and everything in place you should ever need. We all slept very well. We would definitely recommend to others and wouldn’t need to think twice about staying again! Perfectly located to visit Windermere and the surrounding area, and close enough to the M6 for us to have a day trip to Scotland and to visit Hadrian’s Wall. Thank you Leonie, for being so helpful, and to both you and your parents for making us feel so welcome.
Thanks so much for your feedback. It was lovely to meet you and hopefully you’ll visit The Orchard again sometime x Property Owner
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"A very well equipped and cosy cottage."
The village is in a great location for accessing the Lakes and coastline or heading more inland into Yorkshire. The village itself has a great local shop and pub. Very happy with our stay in the cottage which had all the facilities needed and benefitted with off road parking for one car.
Thank you for your positive comments. Property Owner
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"Good location for south lakes, grange over sands, arnside etc."
Comfortable accommodation, upgrades since our last visit some years ago have been good. The property could be even more comfortable if the sofa and armchair were replaced, they’re very soft and difficult to get up from. We’ll be back no doubt.
Thank you for your comments. New sofa and armchair cushions have been ordered since your visit. We hope to welcome you back to The Orchard in the future. Property Owner
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"Very comfortable accommodation, especially the beds."
Loved the private garden which we were able to sit in a couple of times when the sun shone. Great to have both dishwasher and washing machine.
Thank you for your comments. The beds were replaced earlier this year so it's nice to know they're comfortable! Property Owner
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"Excellent property a home from home a perfect location to explore the Southern Lake District"
Thank you for your positive feedback, we’re glad you enjoyed your stay at The Orchard x Property Owner
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"Clean, well equipped and maintained."
Excellent hosts.
Thank you for your comments, it was lovely to see you again. Property Owner
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"Great little cottage in a great location."
Pub, village shop and playground all within walking distance. Walks aplenty from the doorstep and a host of attractions a short drive away. Thanks for a lovely stay.
Thank you for your comments, it was lovely to see you all again. Property Owner
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"This was our third stay in The Orchard."
It’s a wonderful base for getting out and about in the Lakes. We can’t imagine renting anywhere else now when we holiday in the area.
Thanks for your postive review, it was lovely to welcome you back to The Orchard. Property Owner
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"We loved our stay at Orchard Cottage."
It was immaculate and the facilities were good. The beds were comfy and loved the lit fire. Location great for touring the lakes. We would definitely return there again.
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"Wonderful little cottage !"
A great place with good amenities and very helpful owners.
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"Excellent cottage in lovely village on the edge of the Southern Lakes and ideal for exploring this part of Northern England."
Our hosts were first class and the facilities were as described. Warm and cosy cottage with excellent wi fi and very comfortable. Village shop and eating facilities five minutes walk away in the friendly village of Levens.
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"I have stayed in many self catering holiday homes over the years and this one was exceptionally clean and well equipped as well as being ideally placed and in a picturesque location."
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"The Orchard was a lovely little cottage."
It was cleaned to a high standard and had everything that we needed. We met the owners (who live next door) and they were lovely people. The weather was amazing when we stayed and the garden at The Orchard was a lovely place to sit and enjoy the sunshine! The local pub and shop are worth visiting and a visit to the fish and chips van (which comes to the village once a week) provided a delicious tea-time meal!
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"The cottage was lovely and in a great location."
The owners/manager were responsive and helpful and we had the added bonus of a tour around their beautiful garden next door. We hope to return next summer.
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"The location was very nice and the cottage is very clean with well equipped kitchen."
Lake District is very nice area to visit. Very comfortable bedrooms and nice layout of house. Bathroom and kitchen were modern.
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"Absolutely charming cottage, in a lovely small quite village."
Extremely well equipped and clean with good quality furnishings and lovely comfortable beds . Beautiful secluded garden and parking place.
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"The place was much nicer than the advert pictures."
The garden is lovely and it’s an excellent place to stay as a base to see the Lake District. We had plenty of space and the cottage was nice and warm. Would definitely stay/recommend others to stay in Levens.
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"We had a really enjoyable 4 nights at The Orchard."
Spotlessly clean. Comfy double bed , slept so well. All the utensils you need to cook up a storm , if you so wish! Very peaceful Brilliant shower and plenty of hot water. Word of warning if you like a super hot shower make sure you don't leave the bathroom door open as it will set the smoke alarm off at the top of the stairs
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"Our week at The Orchard was truly amazing!"
The cottage was very very clean and equipped with everything you need( I think it even had more than I do at my home). The fireplace was a big bonus. Beds very comfortable. Spacious and bright. The location is a very quiet peacefull one with easy acces by car to every point in the lakes. Private parking a bonus as well. Thank you for making our holiday unforgetable!
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"The cottage has so many lovely features, has great equipment too."
Lovely and clean with a pint of milk in the fridge on arrival which was so kind. The village shop is fabulous, great stock. We had fish and chips from the van in the village on Wednesday night which was a treat too.
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"A cosy comfortable cottage- the tea/coffee and biscuits very welcome after a long journey."
Felt very at home.
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"A great little holiday cottage in a fabulous location."
The cottage is very well equipped and the added bonus of a log burner and garden make it extremely versatile. Even better was having a village shop and amazing playground within walking distance. The Orchard is convenient to get to and perfectly located for visits to Sizergh Castle and Levens Hall. We had a lovely holiday, thank you!
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"Great little cottage with lovely garden and everything we needed- wasn't lacking anything."
Good location with village amenities and nice neighbours (the owners!)
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"Our second visit to The Orchard Cottage at Levens so we knew what to expect."
As ever the accommodation was spotless, very clean. The owners ensure that you have a small supply of coffee, tea and a pint of milk in the fridge. There is also a supply of wood for the wood burning fire in the lounge. We will definitely be going back.
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"4th visit to The Orchard, absolutely love it."
Lovely quiet location with lots of places to visit close by.
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"THE LOCATION WAS VERY GOOD ALL ROUND PLACES OF INTEREST WAS EASILY TO FIND THE OWNERS MADE US VERY WELCOME THE LOCAL SHOP WAS 10 MIN AWAY AND ALSO THE PUB WAS 10 MIN WE WERE VERY PLEASED WITH THE LOCATION."
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"The cottage was extremely well equipped and spotlessly clean, warm welcome by the owners who couldn't do enough for us."
Thoroughly recommend the cottage.
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"Warm welcome from owners."
Neighbourhood friendly, good village shop. Directions to cottage were good. Good location.
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"Super cottage, great, quiet village location"
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"Cottage was very thoughtfully equipped, better than most cottages."
Also cosier than expected from photos, photos of new lounge sofas would be a good idea. Would have been helpful to know the garden was not fenced off from the road - we booked a cottage with garden specifically because of our very energetic little boy but were unable to use it because of the set up which wasn't clear in the description.
Thank you for your feedback, we are very sorry the garden was not suitable for you. We have now added a note to make this more clear for future guests. Thank you again for your comments. Property Owner
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"Lovely location, lots of scenic walks, very friendly owners."
Had a very enjoyable stay in a lovely cottage.
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"This is our third or fourth visit to the cottage for Christmas."
The hosts who live next door are very warm and friendly and take a genuine pride in the cottage which is very well equipped, as well as being comfortable and cozy. Strongly recommend this cottage.
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"Great cosy little cottage in really good location, very comfy, clean and well presented."
Information packs on local area, attractions and equipment were very comprehensive. Would stay here again with no hesitation.
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"The Orchard was a great cottage."
Spotlessly clean and comfortable. The owners were more than welcoming and helpful.
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"Great accommodation, was totally fantastic."
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"Easy to make a late booking."
Plenty of information. The cottage itself was ideally placed, warm, cosy & comfortable. The whole experience was ideal and good value.
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"The owner met us on arrival and had baked a cake specially for us felt that was ..."
The owner met us on arrival and had baked a cake specially for us felt that was really nice of her loved the wee cottage and all the mod cons, excellent wee break
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"Quaint cottage in a beautiful location on the southern outskirts of the lake district."
A lot of attention went into facilities available, and our only criticism was the poor TV signal. The welcome tray with a chocolate cake, tea bags and milk was very welcome.
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"We had a great welcome from the owners who showed us around the cottage on arrival and provided us with a welcome tray that included a delicious chocolate cake."
The modern kitchen was well equipt and the bed was really comfortable. It must have the best view out of a wardrobe window ever! We were also lucky to have a guided tour of the owners garden which they open for the national garden scheme. It gave us a great base in a beautiful setting to explore the lakes. We didn't want to come home!
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"The cottage was everything a Lakeland cottage should be."
Quirky, quaint, peaceful, clean and with a location that couldn't be beaten, if you want a quiet time. The views from the lane and all around are stunning. The owners are very nice and helpful.
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"Very enjoyable holiday lovely cottage lovely area ."
No complaints at all.
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"Lovely cottage set in beautiful surroundings."
Very well equipped with everything you could possibly need. A local pub and little store which has pretty much everything you need is close by and very well used. The owners next door are very welcoming and a treat of a cake and welcome tray is an added bonus after a journey. This is our 3rd visit and will no doubt be going back again.
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"Very good location, kitchen cubboards well stocked and the owner made you fill very welcome nice to be greeted with a welcome tray and a lovely chocolate cake so you could have a drink and relax before having to go to the shops Or unpack."
.the cottage is very cosy it also nice to see that the owner. Has taken note of her feed backs and has acted on them .the owner has also got some games there for your use I think a lot of thought has gone in to this cottage rental by the owners I would certainly book this cottage again if available
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"Because of my arthritis I found the stairs a little steep but couldn't fault it otherwise."
A very pleasant stay.
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"Superbly equipped."
Everything was thought of.
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"The Orchard and the owners were all lovely."
There was a freshly baked cake awaiting us on arrival as well as a tour and brief but thorough explanation of the cottage and its facilities by the owner, We mentioned in passing that our visit was for our wedding anniversary and the next day a card had been posted for us. Very pleased with our stay and would definitely look at booking again in the future.
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"My husband and I have absolutely nothing negative to convey relating to this perfect weeks holiday in the Lake District (including fine weather)."
The warm welcome at "The Orchard" by Mrs Shirley Band was much appreciated, showing us over the property and answering our many questions. Our first impressions of the accommodation was that it would suit us admirably, and so it proved to be. Quiet, all-round comfort, including lovely beds (good night's sleep assured). Obviously much thought had been given to the accommodation including all necessary appliances. The location, in order to explore the stunning Lake District area, could not have been better. On most occasions, we drove the short distance to Windermere, where we parked for free all day in a convenient side street, using our Concessionary Travel Bus Passes to explore its many attractive locations - particularly great for the car driver who would have normally missed so much of the areas outstanding panorama. In closing, mustn't forget to mention the Welcome Tray presented at the time of our arrival, including a large scrumptious chocolate cake, a slice a day for each of us, lasting for quite a while. Overall, a memorable holiday in every respect. Should we ever return to the Lake District, if available, "The Orchard" would be our preferred accommodation. If not, Sykes would be our choice to select a comfortable holiday cottage.
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"A superb cottage the next door owners were delightful will definitely the book next year maybe twice"
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"Not informed of "trip point" in sitting/dining area."
Maybe because floor appears flat, covered in same coloured carpet, but in fact there is a step of approx 2 inches. Could be a serious problem for the visually impaired customer. Otherwise a well presented, comfortable, well equipped property
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"The best prepared holiday let we've been too."
It was the little things such as having plenty of cutlery, plates, bowls, glasses, Tupperware, cooking and cleaning equipment which made a big difference. We have small children who rose with the sun, so could have done with blackout blinds/curtains in the bedrooms. The fresh baked cake, tea and milk on arrival were a nice touch and visiting the owners garden was also lovely. The village shop was good, small but had some options for people with dietary needs such as Gluten Free bread or diabetic treats. A decent holiday cottage and location for our first visit to the lake district.
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"Very cosy well appointed cottage , clean , attention to detail throughout the cottage excellent ,ideally placed in between the lakes and the Yorkshire dales."
Very friendly and unobtrusive owner , had a very nice holiday and would thoroughly recommend the orchard.....
Summary
- Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin
- Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
- Kitchen
- Sitting room with dining area and woodburner.
- Gas central heating with woodburner
- Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, Smart TV with Freeview, Netflix, Amazon Prime, ITVX and more, you will need to log in with your own details
- , DVD, CD/radio, iPod dock, WiFi
- Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburner inc. in rent
- Additional wood for woodburner available to purchase from the owners
- Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
- Cot and highchair on request
- Off road parking for 1 car
- Spacious mature garden with furniture
- Sorry, no pets and no smoking
- Shop and pub 5 mins walk
- Note: There are several steps up to the garden accessed from the rear of the parking space
- Visitors with young children should be aware that the garden is not completely enclosed
- Note: The garden of the owners' property next door is open by appointment.
The property
A pretty, stone-built, 300-year old, semi-detached cottage, located in a quiet backwater of the Lakeland village of Levens, just five miles from Kendal.
Boasting lovely views across the Lyth Valley and Whitbarrow Scar, this Levens cottage provides ideal Lakeland accommodation.
Warm and welcoming, it features a comfortable sitting room with cosy woodburner and old beams, an adjoining dining area, a well-equipped kitchen and two lovely bedrooms which all combine to provide perfect Lake District accommodation.
Outside, this Levens cottage offers a spacious, raised garden area ideal for dining alfresco and watching the sun go down over the southern Lakeland Fells.
This Levens cottage is ideally placed for exploring the Lake District Peninsula.
The lovely old market town of Kendal is a short drive away, while Cartmel, with its famous annual horse race meetings, and the pretty coastal resorts of Arnside and Grange-over-Sands are all worth a visit.
In the other direction, Kirkby Lonsdale has numerous eating places and individual shops.
Lake Windermere, Bowness-on-Windermere and Hawkshead are within easy reach.
This attractive village and lovely Levens cottage make an inspiring choice from which to enjoy the whole of this magical area.
About the location
LEVENS
Kendal 5 miles; Windermere 16 miles.
Levens is a small traditional Cumbrian village set on a high promontory in beautiful countryside and ideally placed for exploring the Lake District and the Yorkshire Dales. The village has a lovely old church, general store/newsagent and a pub. With excellent views of the southern fells across the Lyth Valley and the River Kent which flows below the village, Levens consists of a huddle of fine, stone-built traditional houses, cottages and barn conversions surrounded by unspoilt countryside, with varied flora and fauna and a nature reserve providing beautiful walking country. Both Sizergh Castle and Levens Hall, with its superb topiary garden, are nearby, as are limestone escarpments for easy walking, offering thrilling views of the Lakeland Mountains, the Howgills and Morecambe Bay. Nearby Kendal is ideally placed for exploring South Lakeland, the Yorkshire Dales and beyond. With other attractions such as Kendal Museum and the Museum of Lakeland Life, Lake Windermere and the wider National Park within easy reach, Levens provides a superb base for a relaxing break.
Please be aware there are no electric car charging facilities in this property or village.
Please note: This property only accepts Saturday check ins.