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Longsyke Retreat

Grasmere, Cumbria
Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 1
4 star
Apartment
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Romantic
Luxury
Internet access
EV Charging
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Decorated for Christmas
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Country houses
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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
Overview
Property code: OC-SZ322

This gorgeous holiday home is perfectly placed for guests who want to explore the heart of Cumbria. Stroll around pretty Grasmere village (0.5 miles) and browse interesting gift shops, or linger in welcoming cafes after a hike on the hilltops with your hound – Loughrigg (5 miles) and Easedale Tarn (2.5 miles) offer rewarding views. Be inspired to write, craft, or paint, after a trip to Beatrix Potter’s Hill Top farmhouse (10 miles). Enjoy a picnic at Wordsworth’s favourite picnic area – Rydal Water (4 miles); here you can visit landmarks connected to the poet at Rydal Mount (3.5 miles) and Dora’s Field. And enjoy a memorable sunset cruise on Lake Windermere (5.5 miles) before returning to your cosy cottage.

Store coats and boots inside the ground floor entrance before heading upstairs to your first-floor holiday property where you’re greeted with colourful contemporary style, and welcome packs for you and your best friend. Cook a special meal for your partner in the well-equipped kitchen and dining area which has every appliance and gadget you need to follow the most impressive of recipes, including a range cooker with two electric ovens, a grill, gas and ceramic hobs, fridge/freezer, and microwave. There’s also a convenient dishwasher and washer/dryer so you can spend less time on cleaning and more time on holiday fun. Enjoy your delicious home-cooked feast together before retreating to the living room and relaxing after your day out by the lakes. Enjoy the warmth from the wood burner and films on the Smart TV. Settle in for a great night’s sleep in this cosy retreat with restful decor and the comfort of a super-king-sized bed, and the bedroom’s own TV. Refresh in the shower room before heading out for a new day of adventures in Cumbria.

Outside, there’s an enclosed courtyard garden with a crazy-paving patio, long garden benches, and a table for those morning coffees. Off-road parking is available for two cars. For guest use only, there is an Easee One, Type 2 untethered 7KW electric vehicle charger. There is no charge for using this, but you will need to provide your own charging lead compatible with a type 2 charging socket. There are a pub, shop, and eateries within half a mile of the property

  • 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
  • Smart TV
  • 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
  • Electric vehicle charging on site
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 1 dog allowed. Additional charges may apply

Kylie Harmon-Twidle

This property is personally managed by Kylie.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 9 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Catherine 1st May 2026

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Exceptional cottage in an excellent location. Quiet even though next to the road with a little sitting out area that caught the last of the sun. Everything was great quality and spotlessly clean, only 2 of us and the dog so we felt we had loads of space. I enjoyed seeing the sheep and lambs from the window seat with my brew in the morning and knowiRead moreng we could charge the car as needed took any worries of a flat battery away. Welcome pack was a nice touch although, as vegans, we only used the bread and jams (we did find some friendly neighbours to give the milk and butter to though!). Really hope to be able to stay again. Hide

Reviewed by Phil 1st February 2026

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A spacious, comfortable and lovingly cared for holiday home with central heating and a log burner, ideal for a winter stay. Things we really enjoyed were: - the big dining kitchen, equipped for six (though we had just the first floor as there were only the two of us) - a generous welcome basket and card - our own front entrance and stairs witRead moreh seating and lots of space for boots and coats to dry - only a 5-minute walk from the village centre (Mathilde's cafe breakfasts and hot chocolate recommended!) - bus stop right outside for Keswick, Rydal, Ambleside, Windermere, Kendal, and lots of stops in between for end-to-end walks. The buses are frequent even in January and we didn't need to use the car at all during our week's stay. Hide

Reviewed by Andrew 27th January 2026

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Beautifully appointed delightfully decorated and comfortable cottage. Easy access to Grasmere village & beyond. Very enjoyable stay.

Reviewed by Mandy 24th January 2026

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4th visit to this cottage in Grasmere. As usual everything was perfect . Weather was hit and miss and coming back to this cosy cottage to warm up and relax is fab . Went home feeling chilled. Our happy place

Reviewed by Andrew 17th October 2025

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Well presented property in great location 5 mins walk from Grasmere centre. Has loads of kitchen equipment and well equipped. Just 2 of us and a dog but possible to rent for 6 persons if required. A great stay.

Reviewed by Nick 25th April 2025

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Lovely cottage with fantastic facilities everything we needed was in one place.

Reviewed by Lynne 18th April 2025

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We love staying in Longsyke, perfect location with amazing welcome basket and as always well equipped for all eventualities.

Reviewed by Fiona 10th March 2025

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A super property! Incredibly clean, well presented, well kitted out and comfortable. A glorious spot in Grasmere with views to Helm Crag from the kitchen. So many great walks from the doorstep every which way and great restaurants (Jumble Room the best!) in strolling distance. Perfect!! We would love to come back. (Our dogs agree too!:))

Reviewed by Mandy 3rd February 2025

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We love this cottage. This was our third visit and wont be our last. We usually bring family but there was just the two of us this time. . Beautiful property, furnished to a high standard and has everything you need for a comfortable stay in lovely Grasmere.

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Lakeland Hideaways is a trading name of The Travel Chapter Limited | The Travel Chapter Limited is registered in England and Wales. | Registered office Travel Chapter House, Gammaton Road, Bideford, EX39 4DF. Company No. 02431506 | VAT reg: 143053210.