Hilltop in Yorkshire Dales | Cottage With a Hot Tub

About Hilltop

This quality detached Lakeland cottage is located at Cunsey, within the wonderful, 5,000-acre Graythwaite Estate, enjoying an elevated position, offering superb views over Lake Windermere and the surrounding woodland. The setting is both private and peaceful; a perfect antidote to the stresses of everyday life, and the accommodation at this cottage is designed to help you relax.

There is a well-equipped kitchen and open plan dining area, along with a very comfortable and welcoming sitting room with open fire, perfect for settling in on a chilly evening or after an autumn stroll by the lake. There are two attractive bedrooms at this Windermere cottage, one with an en-suite, guaranteeing a well-earned night's rest.

The shores of Lake Windermere are just 15 minute' stroll away, and the surrounding estate is full of mature woodland walks with plenty of wildlife to spot. The on-site facilities, found at the estate's central courtyard, around 3 miles from this Windermere cottage are a wonderful bonus.

These include an indoor heated swimming pool, a table tennis room and a childrens' play area. The estate also offers free trout fishing.

Should you feel the need to head away from your cottage near Windermere, then the beauty of the Lakes is on your doorstep. Plus, there is a wonderful selection of exclusive offers and benefits to enjoy, with excellent discounted Go Ape experiences and mountain bike hire in Grizedale Forest, along with convenient welcome packs and delicious homemade meals delivered straight to your door.

Visit Hawkshead or Ambleside, hop on the steam railway or take a boat trip, or simply explore the majestic beauty of the fells, pikes and scars, not to mention the glinting waters, lakes and tarns of this wonderful region.

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Need To Know

✓Oil central heating with open fire
✓ Gas oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, WiFi
✓ Fuel, power and starter pack for fire included in rent
✓ Wood fired hot tub
✓ Logs can be purchased at the farm shop
✓ Bed linen and towels included in rent
✓ Travel cot and highchair
✓ Off road parking for 2 cars
✓ Patio with furniture
✓ Shared use of estate grounds and facilities 3 miles away included indoor heated swimming pool, table tennis room (please bring your own racquets and balls), children's play area, 2
✓5-acre trout fishing lake
✓ Two well-behaved dogs welcome
✓ Sorry, no smoking
✓ Shops 4.3 miles, pubs 1.5 miles
✓ Water from private supply, fed from freshwater lake
✓ To avoid disappointment, we recommend booking Graythwaite Adventure in advance
✓ Graythwaite fishery is free for all guests and equipment can be hired locally, a small fee is applicable to keep your catch, rod fishing license required
✓ Mobile phone signal may be limited due to the location of the property
✓ Please Note: This property has a Â£100 Good Housekeeping Bond
✓ The swimming pool can be booked for 45 minute private sessions, All guests can pre-book up to a maximum of 3 swimming slots ( or 2 slots for short stays 2 and 3 nights ) 7 days prior to arrival by contacting estate@graythwaite
✓Com Please note the swimming pool will be unavailable until the 31st March 2025

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Hilltop Reviews

Beautiful cottage however the cleanliness needed some improvement. Behind the sink on the windowsill had alot of mould and dead bugs. Also the carpets wasn't very clean in the living room and bedroom. There was some mould in the ensuite. The slabs on the patio was very lose and was very slippery when wet. I slipped on the slab and because it was lose it fell off the patio and I almost fell back and hit my head which was very dangerous. The cottage was lovely apart from that and had the perfect location!

My family and I had a truly wonderful stay, also, the fire wood and hamper were very much appreciated, thank you! It is a beautiful property with a genuinely breathtaking view of Windermere, we felt like we were miles away from civilisation, which is exactly what we were aiming for. Would wholeheartedly recommend it.

Matthew

Overall brilliant but struggled to find the wood storage around the side when we 1st arrived maybe a few extra signs to find the place would be nice.

Vanessa

This is in a great location quiet and beautiful views with easy reach of lowland and mountain walks. Swimming pool v handy and eco hot tub is relaxing. Only issue is there is NO WiFi despite it being advertised and the TV did not really work v well either. Could be seen as a positive but not if you have teenagers v keen to engage with friends while away!

Charlotte

We loved the cottage, loved the position, loved the hot tub and had a wonderful holiday. A few things need updating. It was difficult to work the television and we even brought our own Apple TV but the set was so old we couldnt connect it. It was difficult to find channels that worked and, sometimes, to find any channels at all. The house needs a new bottle opener and it would be great to be provided with kitchen spray and cooking oil but well bring our own next time. A special mention for Tim at Graythwaite adventure a highlight of many of our trip was the RIB tour of the lake. We also loved having access to the swimming pool and our oldest son actually learned to swim there. The house was brilliantly clean when we arrived and we had a fab time so thank you. Well be back!

William

Wonderful location, very comfortable house with spacious rooms and good facilities. Would have given full marks if second ensuite had shower and cafeteria was not broken on arrival although item was immediately replaced on request so maybe a little harsh.

Robert

Actually, the photos of Hilltop do not do the setting justice! It's a lovely, homely cottage too very clean and pretty comfortable overall!

We had a lovely relaxing holiday in an idillic setting. Lots of lovely walks which our dog loved and some much needed time out for us. Cosy cottage with open fire and a lovely view. Surroundings are stunning and we would definitely go back.

Suzanne

Wonderful setting with all kinds of wildlife to see

We chose Hilltop as it was near the wedding venue on the Graythwaite estate my son had been invited too. I was so pleased I did. Having used other companies in the Lake District they didn't appear to care too much about cleanliness, I was so happy to find this really delightful cottage was spotless, well equipped and so welcoming. Lovely setting which was peaceful and walks from the doorstep. So ideal for our dog who also settled in straight away. Thank you so much for such a wonderful long weekend.

I was concerned that the door by the kitchen was difficult to unlock so that we never used it. The front door lock was also difficult. I had to try two or three times to get the front door to unlock. This would be a terrible situation if there were a fire at night and one was rushing to get out of the house. I think you should change the locks to a more efficient type. The house is wonderful. I would replace the scratched Teflon frying pans and add more water glasses. The beauty of the house is a bit diminished by the plastic sign saying Hilltop which is starting to peel. The staff was wonderful at responding to our minor requests an extension cord, replacing a fire alarm sensor, and a light bulb. We enjoyed the quiet and the privacy. I would recommend it to anyone who wants a terrific house.

Jacqueline

I have come to this cottage several times now. I absolutely love the peace and quiet it gives me in my busy life.

We were moved here after a gas leak at the property we had booked. The staff were great, helpful and gave us a choice of alternative accommodation. All were a lot more expensive than our original place at no extra cost. Hilltop was amazing we may well be back again in the autumn. Thanks for a great holiday.

Sharon

We spoke to one of your colleagues yesterday. Sending this questionnaire is another example of not knowing what is going on in your company. Please refer to our booking to read about out experience.

I booked this for my partners 30th with close family very comfortable great to be in a secluded area. Went for a local walk and saw 78 red dear with a fawn was great! Only thing I could say was wrong would be not been able to control the heating but who cares opens door or window or turn it off! Will be returning!!!! Also great shower!

Over sold for view and for comfort. Kettle was meant to have been replaced and was not so 10 minutes wait to boil

Everything was fine as usual. Just two notes 1 there should be be just some more plates, knives, forks and glasses so that we don't have to put on every day the dishwasher this would save water and electricity. 2 Strange there is no thermostat in the room for the central heating many times it was too warm inside because we couldn't arrange the temperature ourself also that would save oil. Kind regards Eddie

Claire

What a lovely quiet position. The family enjoyed the walks from the front door and the noise of the burbling beck next to the house.

Expected this to be a four star house, with attention to detail it really could be, cooker hood was a disgrace, outside furniture very neglected, dirty windows, cobwebs, however the bed linen was clean the furniture very comfortable, we had amazing holiday, would we book it again not at that price, sorry.

Suzanne

The cottage was lovely and very comfortable. It's situated in a quiet and secluded place, all you can hear is the water over the rocks from the river below. Lovely view of the lake. Perfect place to relax and enjoy a break. Will definitely be back.

Just can't wait to go back! ....slightly firmer mattress would be wonderful though!

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Attractions Near Hilltop

While there'll be plenty to keep you entertained an Hilltop itself, if you plan to get out and about and see some of what Yorkshire Dales has to offer, here are some of the nearby attractions you can enjoy during your stay. Please note that some of these activities and days out are paid and it's always a good idea to book in advance to secure your place where applicable.

Found a special day out near your cottage? Please let us know and we'll add it so that other visitors can enjoy it too!

Rydal Mount & Gardens - LA22 9LU

about 8 Miles

Rydal Mount & Gardens are wonderfully situated between Lake Windermere and Rydal Water offering breathtaking scenery. The home of William Wordsworth from 1813 - 1850 the grand home is now lived in by the poets descendents but parts of the house and grounds are open to the public. Why not take a guided tour and see the rooms where many of the famous poems were written. The gardens are beautiful at all times of the year but in the summer offer a spectacular display of colour. There is also a gallery and a tearoom. Discounts are available for group bookings.

Lakeland Wildlife Oasis - LA6 1JH

about 12 Miles

Located in the Milnthorpe area of Cumbria we love this local attraction. With an eclectic mix of fascinating wildlife and hands on displays this centre is educational as well as fun. You can wander around at leisure admiring the exhibits which range from chameleons to computers. Some of the most threatened species are kept at the park as part if international breeding programmes. Check out their website for the latest opening times and admission costs which are great value for money. There are discounts for pre-booked parties of 12 or more.

Ullswater Steamers - CA11 0US

about 14 Miles

This is an award winning Lake District attraction and they have been operating cruisers on Lake Ullswater for over 150 years. There is no better way to explore the lakes than on water and you could even combine a cruise with a spectacular walk. For great days out in this region then this attraction is highly recommended and will appeal to couples as well as families. Corporate groups are also well catered for.

South Lakes Safari Zoo - LA12 0LU

about 14 Miles

This is an amazing Cumbria attraction well known locally as well as nationally for how close you can get to the animals. Described as the most interactive animal park in Europe it's well worth a visit if you are staying in the area. Open from April to end October some of the highlights are the tigers, penguins, bears, hippos and rhinos. At 2pm during certain seasons it's feeding time so don't forget to plan your day around this so you can watch the animals enjoying their feed. Look out for seasonal events such as Halloween Zoo Boo (free entry for kids in fancy dress) and The Magic of Christmas.

Happy Mount Park - LA4 5AQ

about 17 Miles

Happy Mount Park has attractions for the whole family including several play areas, a miniature railway, crazy golf, putting green and trampolines, there is also a paddling pool where the little ones can splash around in the summer and a café where the adults can relax with a drink. During the summer months and especially during school holidays live music can often be enjoyed.

Lake District Wildlife Park - CA12 4RD

about 26 Miles

We love this day out in Cumbria where you're encouraged to "take a fresh look". Some of the amazing animals you will get to see include the only Canadian Lynx in the UK and you will have the opportunity to help their Lynx Conservation Project. The Asian Fishing Cat is also well worth a look - these cats are known for diving under the water and catching fish! Other activities include fantastic flying displays and play areas for the little ones...