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Devonshire House

Cartmel, near Grange-over-Sands, Cumbria
Sleeps 8
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 3
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
5 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Quirky
Romantic
Luxury
Internet access
Enclosed garden / patio
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
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At a glance

  • Decorated with rustic driftwood and natural tones, this Cumbrian cottage is a place to unwind
  • Sink into the luxurious stand-alone slipper bath for a soak after a long Lake District hike
  • On slow mornings and social evenings, enjoy the capacious living space and spill out to the courtyard
Property code: OC-D31802

Situated in the heart of this charming village, Devonshire House is a Grade II listed home, perfect for a relaxing holiday with family, friends, and the dogs.
With the Lake District National Park on your doorstep, Cartmel has so much to offer, whether it’s getting back to nature, with countryside rambles, or meandering among the quaint independent shops, tea rooms and cafes. For the discerning holidaymaker, there’s an abundance of fine dining venues on your doorstep, including Simon Rogan’s Michelin starred L’Enclume and Rogan & Co.
Cartmel racecourse holds several race meetings a year, with fun for the whole family.
For history lovers, Cartmel Priory, with it’s amazing architecture and 800 year heritage, is well worth a visit.

Decorated to an exceptionally high standard, you’ll find chic touches and refined details throughout every room of this three-storey abode. Dark wood flooring, driftwood details, and original beams add to the overall charm of the place, and there’s an undeniable spaciousness throughout every room. Leave coats and boots behind in the entranceway before making your way into the open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner with underfloor heating throughout. With space for everyone to socialise together, this large room features a lounge area, a dining table that seats eight, and a fully equipped kitchen with a central island and a range cooker. In the lounge, an electric stove adds a warm glow and a cosy ambience for nights spent in front of the TV. Four bedrooms are spread out over the first and second floors, along with a family bathroom on each floor. On the first floor, the double bedroom also features an en-suite shower room. The single bedrooms, also on this floor, each offer uninterrupted nights of sleep with comfortable furnishings, and the master bedroom is a double located on the second floor.

From the kitchen, step out into a small rear courtyard. Furnished with modest seating options, this bijou courtyard is a spot to sit out with a morning coffee or evening sundowner, making the most of the day’s sunshine in between your daily activities. There is private parking for one car.

  • 4 bedrooms – 1 King, 2 doubles, 1 twin
  • 3 bathrooms – 1 with roll top freestanding bath and WC, 1 with bath with shower attachment and WC, 1 en-suite with shower and WC - toiletries provided
  • Electric range oven/gas hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, wine cooler, slow cooker, rice cooker, coffee pod machine, washer/dryer and dishwasher
  • Travel cot and highchair available
  • Smart TV in lounge
  • Enclosed courtyard with outdoor seating
  • Private parking for 1 car 
  • Welcome pack provided
  • Pubs, shops and restaurants within 300 metres
  • Arrival: 15:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Rebecca Kenyon

This property is personally managed by Rebecca.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 10 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Olwen 19th October 2026

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5 of us stayed for 3 nights with to celebrate 3 50th birthdays and I can confidently say the cottage was the perfect choice. It is beautifully decorated, was immaculately clean and was so well equipped - there nothing more frustrating than going self catering only to find a couple pans, limited crockery and hardly any cooking utensils, which definiRead moretely wasnt the case here, it was like a home from home, additionally the little touches like a torch left near the front door and batteries and screwdrivers in the kitchen make things so much easier. The property was a perfect size for the 5 of us, we could all fit comfortably in the lounge and around the dining table and like I said previously there was more than enough crockery, cutlery etc there were lots of glasses however we did need to borrow some champagne flutes from The King's Arms as there were only 2, we have highlighted this to the owner. The property was lovely and toasty, sometimes a little bit cool in the morning when you come downstairs but literally pop the fire on for 5/10 minutes and its warms up perfectly and the underfloor heating downstairs is amazing. The bedroom situation was fine for us however the bathrooms were a little different- they are beautiful and 3 is more than enough however only having one shower proved a little difficult, it took a while to get out in a morning as all 5 of us wanted to shower, additionally the only shower is also in the double en-suite room which can mean disturbing the person in that room if someone wants to use the shower. There are hand held showers on both of the baths but these just aren't don't the same as a stand up shower, we were also concerned about the amount of water that is splashed onto the surrounding floor when using a hand held shower with no screen or curtain. There is a designated parking spot and a sign on the property stating it is for the use of the cottage. We parked no problem when we arrived on the Thursday afternoon however when we returned from our spa day on the friday (around 18:30) there were cars parked on either side of the property and due to the inconsiderate parking of one of them - there car came across the front door of the cottage, it was impossible to get into the spot without being on the yellow lines, I did leave it overnight however I was concerned there may ve a parking warden on duty on the Saturday and didn't want to get a ticket so got up early to move my car to the 3 hour parking at the church yard. I have mentioned this to the owner, there isn't really anything more they can do as its reliant on other people not parking there but maybe they could include this in the details. Our other vehicle was parked at the racecourse which is about a 5 minute walk and pretty reasonable cost-wise. Overall the cottage was absolutely beautiful and had everything we needed, we had a great 3 days spending time out & about and coming back to a lovely warm and cosy cottage - we will definitely book again. Hide

Reviewed by Paula 1st October 2026

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Beautiful property in an excellent location.

Reviewed by Gordon 3rd July 2026

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Reviewed by Michael 5th May 2026

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Reviewed by Chris 3rd March 2026

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Brilliant property in a fantastic location

Reviewed by Linda 7th January 2026

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Beautiful house in a great location. The attention to detail is amazing. The house was dressed for Christmas with a wreath at the door, garlands and a tree. It gave the house a wonderful atmosphere a special place to spend New Year. The owners left a very generous hamper with local treats. Plenty of space for our family and the open plan kitchen/ Read morediner/ lounge made the cooks feel a part of the family. The furniture and style of the house is wonderful and luxurious. Lots of hot water and added extras like quality, local toiletries provided. It was nice to stay somewhere with a plentiful supply of dishwasher tabs and bin bags etc. Parking for our car at the front of the house and extra parking at the racecourse ( for a fee ) The village is lovely and we didnt need to venture far with Levens Hall and Sizergh close by. Thank you for a wonderful stay and making our New Year special. Hide

Reviewed by Colin 9th November 2025

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PARKING There is no parking. There is a tiny cobbled strip outside the house on the main street behind a double yellow line. If you have a Micro-car you might get away with it, but for a normal sized car or bigger you will be on the double yellows. We were warned by a local that people regularly got parking tickets in the space. Also, the parkRead moreing is NOT private - it is on street parking, and as Cartmel is so popular and has so little parking, there were regularly other cars parked there. We parked at the Race Course (lots of parking) about 5 minutes walk from the house @ about 10 a night. HEATING AND HOT WATER This house is cold, which is to be expected I guess given it is an ancient character property, but the heating is barely adequate. We arrived on a day that was 8 degrees C outside, and the house was cold, and took quite a few hours to warm up (we went to the pob). Even then it was barely adequate The fire is ornamental, so you are relying on the central heating which is not up to the job. Hot water the same. The house is advertised as suitable for 8 people. We had six and as soon as a couple of people had had baths there was no hot water left. SIZE There is not enough seating for eight adults. The listing says "capacious living space". It is not. It is "Cozy" at best, with very low ceilings (if you are six foot or more expect to be stooped for the entire stay, and to bang your head several times). LOCATION The location is amazing. Bang in the centre of Cartmel. "Reply from holidaycottages.co.uk - Thank you for your detailed feedback, we really appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts. Just to clarify a few points: there is private parking directly outside the property, large enough to accommodate a full-size car, and a sign is currently being made to make this clearer for guests. The fire in the living area is not just ornamental, it also functions as a heater. Additionally, the ground floor benefits from underfloor heating, which helps keep the space warm and comfortable. There is also ample seating in the living space to enjoy the area." Hide

Reviewed by Justin 8th September 2025

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Amazing stay in beautiful surroundings.

Reviewed by Jane 30th August 2025

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We had an amazing stay , lovely property in a great location

Reviewed by Russell 23rd July 2025

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Great place furnished and equipped to a high standard. Excellent central location, would highly recommend

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