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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
- Dishwasher
- Broadband / WiFi
Reviews & Ratings
30 Customer Reviews
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"Attractive property with very good amenities."
The living area was comfortable and the kitchen well-equipped. Nice wood-burning stove was much appreciated for our Autumn stay. Staveley is a great base for access to both Kendal and the Lakes,
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"Really enjoyed our stay, lovely cottage and location."
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"The cottage is located between Kendal and Windermere which makes it ideal for exploring the area."
It has good public transport links and trains run once an hour. It is well equipped but if you want to cook bring all the basics such as salt, pepper, oil, spices or purchase them locally as there are none. There is car parking that is shared with the neighbours but it could be a struggle for a very large car. The front door is difficult to unlock and open. The bedroom could do with hoovering up some cobwebs on walls and ceilings. Overall, we had a great stay and would recommend this cottage.
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"The TV didn't always start and had to be disconnected, powered down and then it worked."
The toilet flush did not always clear the bowl and a bucket from downstairs was used. The bathroom fan is very noisy and was switched off for the duration of our stay
We are sorry to hear that you had any issues with your stay. Like all technology sometimes the tv will require a reboot. As for the toilet, we are surprised to hear of any problems as we had an owner booking the following weekend without issue - however, there is a maintenance service always available. The fan is powerful as it is an internal bathroom, however, it can be isolated as and when required. Ultimately, we do hope that you had a wonderful holiday to a spectacular part of the world. Property Owner
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"The FreeSat box did not work and the radio proved to be non-operational."
However, the WiFi was effective and the cottage generally well equipped. Only one toilet roll and no spare provided which was disappointing. Generally quite pleased with our stay and the bed was both large and comfortable. Would have liked better guidance on re-cycling options. A nice place to stay although parking under the large tree saw our car coated with guano most mornings (not much can be done about this!).
It sounds like the information folder wasn't obvious which describes how to use the TV, Freesat box is only needed for "on demand" internet TV and also describes full recycling opportunities. We will speak to housekeeping around the single toilet roll. The off-street parking is under a tree but does suffer from bird droppings. I hope none of this affected the enjoyment of your visit. Property Owner
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"The accommodation was good."
It was clean but not spotless. Lounge sofa was ok but being a sofa bed and from past experiences they are never the most comfortable. The bathroom was compact, and would benefit from a shower curtain rather than a screen as access to taps and shower was very limited. One other issue was the shared garden access, which at times got quite busy, which wasn’t mentioned in the cottage description.
Thank you for your feedback and we hope you enjoyed your stay. We are sorry to hear that the path to next door was busy during your stay, the information however can be found within the house description. We always endeavour to make the property the best it can be but unfortunately cannot cater for individual preferences or alter structural elements. Your comments regarding bathroom tap access is noted and options will be considered. Property Owner
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"Great accommodation with good facilities."
Heating was a bit hit and miss. Would stay on all night and go off early morning. Other than that we had a great time.
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"A lovely cottage in a good location."
We used the twin beds but were worried as the slats fell through, very flimsy.
We are glad you enjoyed the cottage. As soon as we were made aware of the issue with the bed slats, they were replaced. Additionally, there is a Lakelovers on call maintenance service available to all guests. Property Owner
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"Loved this property it had everything we needed for a weeks stay."
The beds were very comfy and the kitchen was equipped to a good standard. Staveley itself was a dream right on a bus route to every main town you need. At great hours and only £2 a journey or you can use oap bus pass. The village had a fab brewery with tap room, three coffee shops, a butchers, a chip shop and a Spar. We also walked up to the pub at Ings. From the bus we visited Kendal, Ambleside, Windermere and Keswick, from these places we were easily able to access the walking routes we wanted. We drove to Aira Force Falls for an amazing hike up the side of the waterfalls. We would definitely like to visit again.
Thank you for this lovely comment, we are so glad you enjoyed your stay and enjoyed everything Staveley has to offer. Property Owner
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"Beautiful cottage in a beautiful setting… Great village …."
. Easy to find, off road parking.. very important to us …. Clean, comfortable, cannot find anything negative to say… We had a brilliant few days here .. Yes, I would highly recommend…
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"We loved our stay - the kitchen was well equipped, living room cozy and the beds very comfortable."
The bathroom wasn't quite the same standard as the rest of the property but it was perfectly functional, and the shower was nice and warm. The utility area just inside the door was well thought out - and kept muddy boots out of the living area. Great jumping off point for the Lake District and the facilities in the village, including pub, brewery and ice-cream shop were fab.
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"Very well-equipped, spacious and comfortable."
Property was very clean and everything as described. The internet connection is a bit patchy but otherwise we couldn't fault the property in any way. (noisy jackdaws in trees but we didn't mind!)
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"Great little cottage, very comfortable and well supplied kitchen."
Perfect location for south west Lakes - close to Windermere, also with an artisan bakery / cafe close by and a pub within strolling distance.
Thank you for your kind feedback. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay, and we hope to welcome you back again. Property Owner
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"A very well equipped property that has been very well locked after."
The location is excellent, avoiding the worst of the crowds but still being very much part of The Lake District. Highly recommended
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"Two the chapel was excellent accommodation."
Lovely well equipped home with beautiful little garden and decking area. Lot's of places to visit nearby and great selection of pubs/restaurants within easy reach.
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"We had a fantastic stay with our two younger children."
The beds were super comfortable and the place really did have everything you needed. Gorgeous location and with the river running along the bottom, we even had a heron walking around down there! Highly recommend!
It’s great to hear that you had a fantastic stay. Thank you for your wonderful comments. Property Owner
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"Lovely property, great setting over looking river."
Good facilities, everything we needed for a weeks stay.
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"A lovely comfortable cottage with everything you need in a beautiful location."
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"Staveley is a lovely village."
The cottage is great. Very clean and well equipped. The beds in particular very comfy. Great to have the garden on the river.
Thank you for your lovely comments we're so glad you enjoyed your stay in this wonderfull part of the world. Property Owner
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"Bril lovely place and setting convenient for everything"
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"Great cottage in such a lovely village."
Gorgeous walks on the doorstep, and cracking local amenities with a fab brewery, bakery, handmade chocolate shop, coffee shop, pub and chippy just a few minutes walk away. The cottage itself has everything you need, and feels cosy and like a real home away from home. They even have a stash of puzzles and board games. Really enjoyed our stay and would highly recommend!
Thank you for your lovely comments. We are so pleased that you had wonderful holiday. Property Owner
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"PROS: Perfect location Lovely outlook from main bedroom Easy to control heating when and if needed Comfy bed and pillows CONS: Sofa and chairs very uncomfortable."
After a day on the fells you need a comfortable sofa/chair to relax in.
We are sorry to hear that you found the sofa and chairs uncomfortable but also very surprised as the sofa has only recently been purchased and the foam has been replaced in both chairs. Property Owner
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"Thank you for the kindness you showed us this weekend when we weren’t in a position to leave on Sunday following Rob’s accident."
Well equipped and comfortable stay in the most perfect location in the centre of the village. Would definitely recommend and will be back!
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"The property was clean & tidy, the description was accurate on Lake lovers website."
We enjoyed our stay in your property thank you.
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"The property was well equipped and in a good location."
The only downside was the check in and out times.
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"Narrow entrance to car parking reversing difficult into main road"
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"We (a couple)had a lovely week at 2 The Chapel."
The house was perfecrt for our needs and well equipped.The garden and river made it a bit of an oasis. It had everything we needed and Staveley was a lively village with a pub/ brewery/bakery/cafe and gelato shop all on the doorstep. For families there was a lovely play area in the village with large grassy area alongside the river. We walked from the Chapel and explored further afield on some days. We would return.
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"Staveley good location for travelling out, much quieter than Windermere, Ambleside but that suited us as we wanted to be away from crowds."
The local pub Eagle and Child is very close and serves good meals, local spar shop was good for basics but doesn't sell newspapers so had to go to the local BP garage about 5 mins in car. Cottage tidy and presentable, lovely riverside location with a small grassed area and raised area for sitting out. Parking is for one car, under an oak tree so you will have bird droppings on it after a week (but it's supposed to be lucky !). All in all a relaxing holiday, weather was kind to us.
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"A really great place for a self catering holiday, the village has everything you need."
. cafe, pubs, bakers and supermarket. Walks/ cycle from the doorstep. The old chapel has been sensitively renovated with original beams etc. The garden and river is v nice, though shared access makes it less suitable for young children. The kitchen was well equipped, with lots of useful extras. We had a great time.
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"We enjoyed our stay at Two The Chapel."
The only thing that isn’t entirely clear from the property description is that there is a right of access through the rear garden of the property to the neighbouring property along the terrace. It didn’t bother us but might be more of an issue if you have children in tow. Also, the entrance through the back door and the kitchen could do with better lighting and the bathroom is rather tight for space. However, we loved the location by the river and overall had a comfortable stay.
Thank you for your feedback. In terms of the shared access to the property we have reviewed the website and asked that Lakelovers amend to ensure clarity. Previous marketing information had this detailed but has been lost in the move to Lakelovers. We have investigated the lighting in the kitchen/back door area and found that the 3 fluorescent strip lights under the kitchen wall units had been individually switched of rendering the main switch useless, not sure why this has happened but now rectified. In terms of the bathroom size there is nothing we can do to change this, it is fully function with toilet, over bath shower and sink. We hope we can welcome you back again in the future too! Property Owner
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Summary
- Two bedrooms: king size double, 1 x twin single
- Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and wc
- Open plan kitchen, sitting area and dining area.
- Gas central heating, log burning stove
- TV with freesat box (On demand services only)
- Breakfast bar, range cooker with gas hob and electric oven, dishwasher, fridge with freezer box, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble drier
- Garden with decked patio area
- Private parking for one car
- Secure storage for mountain bikes
- Wifi
- Sorry no pets
- Five minutes’ walk to shop and pub.
The property
Two The Chapel is one of four cottages created from the former Methodist Chapel, originally built in 1866, in the village of Staveley that sits on the edge of the Lake District National Park and is a popular base for those wanting to explore the area on foot, by bike or in the car.
In addition to the local pubs and village shop the village is also home to an excellent artisan bakery, an award-winning brewery and the UK’s largest cycle store.
The neighboring Kentmere Valley offers fantastic opportunities for all of all grades from gentle rambles to strenuous fell top hikes. Guests arrive at the cottage through the shared access path in the garden and steps lead to the decked patio and the glazed arched door.
Stepping inside this quirky cottage there is a bright and airy open plan sitting area, dining area and kitchen.
A large sofa and armchair are arranged around the log burning stove where guests can relax and enjoy the views to the patio and the garden.
In the dining area is a glass topped circular dining table and to the side there is a well-appointed kitchen area.
The cottage offers a choice of two bedrooms and there are complemented by a family bathroom. To the rear of the cottage there is a small lawned garden that over looks the rivers and an elevated decked patio with bistro garden furniture is a lovely spot to sit and relax. The property has been furnished with quality vintage and upcycled furniture from a sustainable and design aesthetic perspective
About the location
STAVELEY
Windermere 5 miles; Kendal 5 miles.
The thriving Lakeland village of Staveley is situated on the eastern fringes of the Lake District National Park and offers superb access to the whole region. The beautiful Kentmere Valley is just a short walk away and with the River Kent tumbling its way through the valley to Staveley, it is very popular with mountain bikers and walkers alike. Staveley Mill Yard is a former wood turning mill at the heart of the village, which is now a thriving tourist attraction with cycle hire and outdoor shops, artisan bakery, brewery and the renowned Wilf's Cafe. This complements the excellent range of amenities in the village, which include a variety of shops, two village pubs, craft shops, a children's playground, a regular bus service and a railway station. Close by, the bustling towns of Kendal, Windermere, Bowness and Ambleside are popular with visitors, providing a range of amenities to suit all tastes. Lake Windermere offers boat trips, including a ferry to the Lakeside Aquarium and Grizedale Forest Park. The 'Windermere Steamboat Museum' displays a fascinating collection of boats whilst children will enjoy the 'World of Beatrix Potter' in Bowness, where technology brings her characters to life. Within easy reach of Coniston Water, Kendal, Keswick and the Lakeland Mountains, Staveley is ideally situated for exploring all that the region has to offer.
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This property offers the following short breaks:
- Winter
- Off-season
- Last minute