Apartment in Cartmel, Cumbria

Unique apartment in Cartmel centre. Unrivalled location.Garden.Fab views.Sleeps4

Unique apartment in Cartmel centre. Unrivalled location.Garden.Fab views.Sleeps4

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Couldn't  be more village central, yet our private courtyard is a hidden gem.
Master bedroom, with a window seat overlooking one of the prettiest lanes!
A sunny spot.  A cosy, comfy sofa.  So peaceful, yet right in the village centre
Perfect spot to dine, overlooking rooftops to racecourse.
Relax after a day's walking! Curl up in front of the TV, with Netflix included.

Overview of Unique apartment in Cartmel centre. Unrivalled location.Garden.Fab views.Sleeps4

5 out of 5 Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor space
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace

Check out the area

Cartmel, Cumbria
  • Popular LocationCartmel Priory2 min walk
  • Popular LocationCartmel Racecourse5 min walk
  • Popular LocationHolker Hall6 min drive
  • AirportLiverpool (LPL-John Lennon)112 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Queen Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Unique apartment in Cartmel centre. Unrivalled location.Garden.Fab views.Sleeps4

This apartment is the converted servant's quarters of a gentleman's residence in the heart of one of Lakeland's prettiest villages, and just along the lane from L'Enclume - one of the very few UK restaurants with three Michelin stars. It offers a chance to forget the car, or use as a base to discover all the Lake District has to offer - Lake Windermere is a 15min drive away. The flat is not overlooked, and the main bedroom overlooks Cavendish St, just along from the famous arch, yet offering peace and quiet as we're at the top of the house, and above street noise. You can sit on the windowseat and just watch the world go by! Our living room has fab views, over to the smallest National Hunt racecourse in Britain.

Eat at the dining table inside, and observe the world around you as you gaze over the rooftops, and down onto our courtyard. This stone walled yard is for your exclusive use, and has a garden sofa and chairs for al fresco dining, a bench seat, and there are cushions and more chairs in our stone store - again for your exclusive use. So if you fancy soaking up the sunshine after a day's walking; a read with a glass of wine, then this is the perfect spot. The en suite master bedroom with kingsize bed looks out towards the Priory. Just off the village square, and adjoining the famous arch, the apartment is seconds away from great pubs, just along the lane from the UK's top restaurant, three Michelin starred L'Enclume, and an array of village shops. You can BBQ in the courtyard - the property's enclosed English Garden patio is your's alone to enjoy. Yards away is the racecourse and footpaths over the Fell are just beyond. The apartment retains bags of character, with beamed ceilings (and walls and floors!),. It's beautifully kept, and has had new kitchen, bathrooms, and refurbed bedrooms all in the last four years. Bed1 had new handbuilt furniture made and installed during summer '20. There's free, unlimited WiFi; flat screen TVs, with all catch up services on living room smart TV, and Alexa in there too! Integral DVD player in Bed1, and an Echo dot. Outside in the yard, as mentioned, is our store house to accommodate your bikes/outdoor paraphernalia. Well behaved dogs welcome by arrangement.

Parking restrictions were introduced in Nov 2017. Alison can give you further details. There is a large race course car park (chargeable) about a thirty second walk away.

Other bits we'd like you to know: We've had lovely feedback about our place, and lots of repeat bookings. It's kept in beautiful condition. Some of our guests have come for lots of long weekends, others have had the place for six weeks at a time - we're really flexible on what we offer.
We do ask for a returnable, good housekeeping bond, depending on season, but usually £100, payable on key release, via bank transfer.
It's warmed by smart electric heaters. There's also a log stove effect fire in the living room, and heaters and towel rads in the bathrooms.
Full instructions on how to work everything, and where to find things, will be waiting for you. Alexa in the lounge; and Echo Dot and DVDs for Bed1; board games, cards, books, guide books and OSmaps are all left for your perusal.
And you'll find extra touches throughout the flat, to make your time at our place go smoothly and leave you wanting to come back again - hopefully !

Property manager

Alison
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Amenities

Kitchen
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Pets - please enquire. Children - not recommended for under 7s owing to split level nature, and low sash windows.

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

About the area

Grange-over-Sands

Located in Grange-over-Sands, this apartment is in a rural area and on a river. Lakeside Windermere Ferry Landing and Windermere Ferry are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake Windermere and Arnside and Silverdale. Travelling with kids? Consider Cartmel Cheeses and Yewbarrow House Gardens.

What's nearby

  • Cartmel Priory - 2 min walk
  • Cartmel Cheeses - 2 min walk
  • Cartmel Racecourse - 5 min walk
  • Holker Hall - 6 min drive
  • Lakeside Windermere Ferry Landing - 13 min drive

Getting around

  • Grange-over-Sands Cark Cartmel Station - 5 min drive
  • Liverpool (LPL-John Lennon) - 112 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Pig & Whistle - 5 min walk
  • Flounders - 5 min drive
  • The Pheasant Inn - 5 min drive
  • Crakeside Fish and Chips - 14 min drive
  • The Commodore Inn - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Unique apartment in Cartmel centre. Unrivalled location.Garden.Fab views.Sleeps4 pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Unique apartment in Cartmel centre. Unrivalled location.Garden.Fab views.Sleeps4?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Unique apartment in Cartmel centre. Unrivalled location.Garden.Fab views.Sleeps4?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Unique apartment in Cartmel centre. Unrivalled location.Garden.Fab views.Sleeps4 located?

This family-friendly Grange-over-Sands apartment building is located on the riverfront, just steps away from Cartmel Priory and Cartmel Cheeses. Holker Hall and Cartmel Racecourse are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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5/5

Cleanliness

4.9/5

Check-in

5/5

Communication

5/5

Location

4.9/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Stuart B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
good base
good location and the owner very good instructions about the flat and local area
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2023

5/5 Excellent

Jane S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hidden gem
Fabulous well equipped apartment in the centre of the village. Very homely & comfortable Communication with the host was very good. We will definitely return
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

5/5 Excellent

ANN C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great central position
The flat is nicely appointed and provided everything we needed. I felt like Mary Poppins with interesting rooftop views. Cartmel is a great experience with lovely walks from the property. The second bedroom has its limitations as can be seen in the photos but the rest of the property has plenty space and height.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2022

5/5 Excellent

Joy F., Dunblane

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Ideal location for a foodie getaway!
Fantastic property ,clean and comfortable with everything you would need. Same street as L’Enclume, so ideal for a restaurant visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022

5/5 Excellent

Alison F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A distinctive lofty perch for discerning travellers
We had a short break in Cartmel in early October and stayed in this delightful property. Booking through Vrbo was quick and easy and Alison the host responded promptly to our numerous questions and provided excellent information about Cartmel and the surrounding area. Cartmel is a charming village surrounded by Cumbrian hills and has all the amenities required for pleasant stay. The flat is in the heart of the village, close to pubs, restaurants, shops, the racecourse and the wonderful Cumbrian coast and countryside. It has a lovely exterior courtyard and has been furnished with care and attention as befits a cherished family home. It was such a cosy space to spend time in when the weather was inclement. We visited all the pubs the village pubs and dined at the Pig & Whistle and the Cavendish arms which were both excellent. The ales from Unsworth Yard and the cheese from Cartmel cheeses and the breakfast at the B&B in the square were all fabulous. We had a lovely walk to Cark and back partially along the Cumbrian coastal path and were awestruck by the beautiful scenery. We had a lovely time staying in the loft in Cartmel and we hope to return. Thank you, Alison, for all your help and advice. Best wishes from, Alison & Ray
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2021

About the host

Hosted by Alison

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Owned by a carpenter and a journalist - so brilliantly maintained, and very close to pubs!!! Alan and Alison grew up on the Fylde Coast, moved toward Manchester owing to work commitments, but have forever loved the Lake District. Travelled the world extensively, including abseiling in Oz's Blue Mountains; road tripping across various bits of the USA; visiting various bits of Asia; cruising the Caribbean... and boating on the Thames. But both still vote the Lakes as their favourite place on the planet!

Why they chose this property

Unique property in an unrivalled position - right in the centre of the village but not overlooked, and with a private courtyard to enjoy peace and quiet in the sunshine if the pubs and paths ever get too much! Since the purchase in 2006, the entire property has been reroofed - an enormous project overseen by Alan, who continues to keep the place in tip top condition, with regular refurbishment and upgrades. Bedroom 1 and ensuite upgraded June 2020, and the kitchen and both bathrooms refurbished in Jan 2017, Bed2 in Dec 2017.

What makes this property unique

Location, Location, Location!
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