"Loved it here and would definitely come back. We stayed in a Troutbeck with a hot tub. It was very well equipped inside with everything we needed for cooking - except a pizza cutter, but we just used scissors! We liked that it was almost an upside down house, all the bedrooms were downstairs and the living area was upstairs. The living/kitchen/dining room was really nice and had a cosy vibe. Inside was very clean and the beds were comfy. One thing to bear in mind is the location is quite remote, which is good for the peace and quiet. Penrith isnt too far away for shops but not within walking distance. There were some milk sachets, tea bags and coffee sachets for us to make a few hot drinks ready for us though which was nice. If I had to make one comment it was that access to the hot tub was via the patio doors located in the main bedroom, but I guess due to the layout there isnt really a way to fix that. It didnt really affect us though and we loved our stay nonetheless."

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"Booked over the Christmas period. The contractors whole place was very un-festive. Bar closed at 6pm Christmas eve and wasn't open on Christmas day unless you were having a pre booked meal. The attempt at Christmas lights outside was fire to say the least. Wasn't expecting illuminations but poor. No atmosphere. Bar staff weren't the happiest. Left early. Never again. Used to love this place"

"great holiday - great accommodation - great site - great part of the world - great time"

"Not advised of shared patio before arriving."

"Will definitely return. Everyone seem to respect each others privacy etc. No loud music or loutish groups. The village is immaculate and the friendly ducks were loved by the children."

"There were a lot of flies in the cottage. Fly spray was provided but it did get annoying."

"Possibly a king size bed instead of a double. But a brilliant break away."

"I thought by the photos it was a bigger outlay but loved the experience of it all"

"Will definitely go again."

"Can't praise enough"

"Although this was a cottage for 8 people the dinning table only had a table and chairs for 6, therefore 2 of our party had to have meals on the couch. The only other recommendation we would like to make is to have a shop on site, we had forgotten some small items and there was no where close by to buy them from."

"Excellent accommodation. Very pleased"

"Apart from the problem with the hot tub- excellent"

"Great holiday and would go back again!"

"Will definitely be coming back"

"Luxurious accommodation and peaceful surroundings and with added bonus of a hot tub. Will definitely visit again."

"Fabulous holiday and will return."

"Excellent accommodation and facilities. Everything you could need for the weekend"

"the kids playroom was great"

"We had a lovely time :) and would definitely come back and probably stay a bit longer."

"Would consider returning"

"We didnt stay in a fell view apartment. We were put in an ullswater apartment."

"Restaurant had very limited choice and was very small portions."

"Farmhouse 1 was perfect for our family. It is great to have accommodation that provides such high quality amenities and still family friendly. The large open plan kitchen living area was ideal."

"The restaurant really let this beautiful place down. Staff inattentive, waiting ages for our drinks order, had been seated for 20mins then went to find our own menu's, poor choice of menu, staff constantly scrapping around for change."

"Would give it a higher score if I could"

"It's the first time for us there and we will be back very enjoyable Staff were fabulous thank you ?"

"Excellent setup and location in need of balconies painting and restaurant closed 2 days, which we understand due to short taff in the kitchen but the bar could of been open. All in we have stayed 10 times and will make it 11 then 12+"

"We stayed in Caldew 1, myself, my husband and two children aged 7 and 11. The contact free check in worked very well. I arranged an online shop for an hour after we arrived at reception. This was great but next time would meet the van in the guest car park as there is more space. The lodge was well equipped and very clean. The children used the swimming pool twice a day which was fantastic. Our hot tub was serviced every day and we had lots of fun using that. Places I would recommend a visit to with children are - Lowther Castle (huge adventure play area), Aira Force (the kids played in the stream for hours), and Brougham Castle. We packed lunches everyday which saved money. A big thank you to the reception staff at Whitbarrow Village who worked hard to make our stay enjoyable. My daughter particularly enjoyed feeding the ducks with the food you gave her"

"Staff were very kind and attentive. The entire place is spotless"

"We had a fantastic few nights Surroundings are stunning as is the accommodation and facilities. Very calming place and lots for the kids. We really enjoyed the pool which was spotlessly clean. The staff were lovely and so helpful at the main reception. Food in the restaurant was delicious. We would return tomorrow ?"

"Great holiday super facilities"

"We stayed in one of the ullswater apartments and it was fab...Nice spacious room, well equipped little kitchenette with hob sink and microwave oven large spacious bathroom, good shower. The site had lovely outdoor areas and plenty to keep kids amused mini golf and the swimming pool were a big hit. Great location for exploring the lakes really easy to get to everywhere. Would definitely stay again!"

"I’m absolutely delighted about staying there just feeling Sad because we stayed there too short…4 night definitely too short. We will back next year ??"