Flaska House | Troutbeck Near Penrith | Red Syke Fm | The Lake District And Cumbria

4.6★

8 Guests
4 Bedrooms
3 Bathrooms
Pets Yes
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Features

Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

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Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

31 Customer Review(s)

Lisa
December 2024

“We stayed in Flaska house over New Year, the views are spectacular, location is great, plenty to do nearby.”

The house is well equipped, very cozy and great for a larger family or 2 families. The kitchen area was ideal for playing games and spending time together. The bedrooms spacious and the views from there also amazing. The only feedback I would give is to have a tumble dryer as the weather was very wet and cold and would have been ideal to dry our clothes after being out. We had a fantastic break and would highly recommend Flaska house.

The house is well equipped, very cozy and great for a larger family or 2 families. The kitchen area was ideal for playing games and spending time together. The bedrooms spacious and the views from there also amazing. The only feedback I would give is to have a tumble dryer as the weather was very wet and cold and would have been ideal to dry our clothes after being out. We had a fantastic break and would highly recommend Flaska house.

- Lisa, December 2024
Catherine December 2024

“We stayed at Flaska House for Christmas.”

It was a perfect place to stay - the House had everything we needed and plenty of room for all of us (5 adults, 2 children and 2 dogs!). We particularly enjoyed morning coffee in the sun room, which was cosy and had fantastic views of Blencathra. Christmas dinner around the table in the spacious kitchen / dining area was magical - a very sociable space. (Thank you also for the Christmas decorations). The House is well positioned for visiting the area - we enjoyed a visit to Patterdale (10 mins way and a beautiful drive with amazing views), we were only 15/20 mins from Penrith (great for supplies) and Keswick (went to the independent cinema which was great and also recommend a walk around the town which has some lovely independent shops). We were lucky with the weather which was very mild and mainly dry, We would highly recommend a stay at Flaska House.

- Catherine, December 2024
Hayley October 2024

“Flaska house is lovely, in the most beautiful setting, and has the most spectacular views.”

The kitchen diner has been fabulously done and is a real hub, and the sun room perfect for watching the red squirrels! The house on the whole was well kept, clean, and the kitchen well stocked. As others have said, the beds really do need attention, they're very springy and loud - good nights sleep is what you need after a day out on the fells but unfortunately wasn't what we got. We reported the bathroom sink hardly drained, and the radiator in the blue gable end room wasn't working; LL said they would send someone out, but nobody came. The gutters are extremely blocked with leaves, which I guess is leading to the leaks previous guests have reported, though we didn't experience any while we were there. If the beds get sorted we will definitely be back.

- Hayley, October 2024
Angela August 2024

“Cushions were stored in a box that was cracked it had rained the week before so we’re very wet informed the office”

- Angela, August 2024
Joanne August 2024

“The property was amazing and exactly what we were looking for as a family of 8 and a dog.”

It was spacious and had beautiful surrounding views just as shown in the pictures. The kitchen dining area was our favourite as we could all be together in the large and comfortable space. Just a couple things to note, on arrival there was a slight mix up with the cleaning of the property, but this was quickly sorted. We managed to find another tea towel, but only one was provided, a second definitely is needed. The beds were very soft and could do with being replaced as they have moulded to sag where people sleep. However, none of this spoilt our time at Flaska House and we would definitely recommend.

- Joanne, August 2024

Dear guests - thank you very much for your kind feedback and I am glad you enjoyed your stay so much. I'll re-stock with more tea-towels so that we can leave two per visit going forward and will check out and replace mattresses where needed. Thanks again. Property Owner
Diane August 2024

“We had a fabulous stay.”

Everything was perfect. Beautiful setting, beautiful cottage. Fabulous facilities from the garden to the kitchen, bedrooms and even games and books too. We will definitely be looking to come back again soon.

- Diane, August 2024
Ann July 2024

“Flaska House is a wonderful place to stay.”

The location is good with staggering views of Blencathra and Sharp Edge. I liked to sit in the conservatory watching the resident birds with the view as backdrop! The kitchen is big and well equipped. Only one tea towel is provided though so take some! Bedrooms and bathrooms were very comfortable. We did have a major problem on arrival which was not fixed until after a sleepless first night, but the house was so lovely it was soon forgotten.

- Ann, July 2024
Simmone July 2024

“Lovely cottage and perfect location - really good social space inside and out for friends and family.”

Fantastic views and peaceful for a chilled out break. Very well equipped kitchen and great showers. WiFi signal not great for connecting to streaming services but manageable on phones for comms (to be expected in such a rural area). Wild swim at Bassenthwaite highly recommended (20mins drive). Great Sunday lunch at the Queens Head, Troutbeck and huge portions at The White Horse (10mins drive from cottage) Would recommend providing additional drying clothes for dishes (only 1 provided). Strong smell in downstairs hallway (damp?) but didn’t affect us in the rest of the house.

- Simmone, July 2024

Dear guests - thank you for your feedback and I'm glad you enjoyed the cottage so much. I can't account for the smell in the hallway as there is no damp but I was there last week and checked with the guests and the cleaner and whatever it was has disappeared. Thanks again for the feedback. Property Owner
Davis July 2024

“A great house for a big group with an incredible view.”

May be helpful to have a Visitors Book for comment in the property - we had torrential rain for a few days during which the lobby flooded and led to a very wet carpet (and lots of very wet towels) which we reported but remained concerned that it wasn’t taken very seriously (possibly not a new issue which a visitors book may have revealed?). A tumble dryer and or a washing line would be useful to take advantage of the washing machine provided. Also there were a number of routine maintenance issues which we felt were not new - we reported them by phone and left a note listing them when we left. There is a good feeling in the area that consideration has been taken for the environment and conservation and on that note have you considered putting stickers on the conservatory windows to deter birds from flying into them? - I appreciate it doesn’t look so good but we experienced 2 distressing bird deaths on the couple of sunny days we had.

- Davis, July 2024
Fiona June 2024

“Perfect house for a large group with three generations.”

The conservatory with sofa and chairs was our main living area as the views are outstanding.The garden could do with a good tidy up and grass cut but it was enclosed which was a bonus for our dog. Garden furniture was great and fire pit perfect for toasting marshmallows! A really lovely place for a great family holiday .

- Fiona, June 2024

Thank you for your comments. We are pleased to see that you enjoyed your stay at Flaska House. We take all comments on board. The Lakelovers Owner Relations Team Property Owner
Tina June 2024

“We’ve just spent a week in the lakes at Flaska house, Wow!”

!..what a stunning property with the most incredible views I think I’ve ever seen From a holiday property. The house was very spacious and clean and Was very well equipped with everything you needed really even a good utility room . It was great for the dog with a beautiful enclosed garden. We even had a fire pit and sat and toasted marshmallows. We would definitely go back again. If I had to say how it could be improved it would just be that we all found the beds very soft which made them very difficult to get out of. Also shortly after we arrived one of the smoke detectors started bleeping every minute as the battery was low which would’ve kept us awake had we not Changed the batteries and Then One of the other detectors started to beep so we had to change those too but nothing major. We also had a fab meal at a local pub ( the mill inn Mungrisdale). Would definitely go back.

- Tina, June 2024

Dear guests- thank you for your feedback and we are delighted that you really enjoyed your stay. I’m sorry you had to get batteries for the alarm- there are normally spares in the top drawer of one of the kitchen units but in any event it has prompted me to replace them with alarms that have a 10 year battery which I will fit in the near future. Thanks again. Property Owner
Katie May 2024

“The views are stunning where ever you are in this property.”

It has been decorated to a high standard, loved the art work. Layout of the house is great. Negative points were the neighbour just walking into the garden without knocking at first to check if we were in, the garden could of been maintained better. We had a day of heavy rain which caused a couple of leaks in the sun room. I would also say it would be difficult to fit 4 cars as you share the drive with the cottage next door. Despite these points we would love to stay at the house again in the future.

- Katie, May 2024

Dear guests - thank you for your kind feedback, we are pleased you enjoyed your stay and may return sometime. In June, we are fitting new carpet in the lounge, hall, stairs and landing to further enhance the decor. I'm sorry the guest staying in the cottage came into the garden - I can only guess that they may have had a very small dog that wriggled through the gaps between the ranch fence and were retrieving it? In any event I will put some wire netting up along the party fence to avoid this in the future. I'm sorry also that you felt the garden maintenance could have been better - the grass is cut every two weeks but obviously that is more difficult during really wet periods. In respect of parking there are 3 formal car spaces for Flaska - 2 to the side and one in front but plenty of driveway to accommodate another car which we have had on a number of occasions. Thanks again for your comments as guest feedback helps us to ensure we continually improve the experience our guests enjoy. Property Owner
Vic April 2024

“Perfect property for 4 adult couples.”

Spacious and well equipped. So much so that we hardly used the lounge. Fabulous views of Blencathra to enjoy from the conservatory. Lake lovers were great in unblocking the main sewage drain on the same day we reported it. Woukd happily return

- Vic, April 2024
Marcel April 2024

“Amazing experience, the house, location and the views to die for!”

!! 5* minimum!!! Thank you, definitely coming back!!!

- Marcel, April 2024
Denise February 2024

“We had a lovely break to Flaska House as a family of six and two dogs!”

The house was cosy and comfortable. It had lots of living spaces so that we didn’t feel on top of one another. The conservatory room has the most incredible views over Blencathra. It’s a perfect location for exploring the Lake District with Keswick being just a short car journey away. Also two wonderful pubs just a short drive away. We wouldn’t hesitate to return!

- Denise, February 2024
Rachel December 2023

“The house is lovely - very comfortable and well equipped, and we really enjoyed our stay there.”

There are a few things which could be improved: - the freezer didn't work very well - the lock on the front door is quite stiff and a couple of times we struggled to get in - information about the house was not great - I specifically asked about where to buy wood for the house, and it would have been very helpful to know that logs/kindling were available at Base Camp nearby rather than being advised to buy in Ambleside. I asked about ramekins and was advised that there weren't any - only to find that there were ramekins in the house - there weren't any extra bin bags It's a lovely house and these are small niggles, which didn't affect our holiday, but I wanted to point them out as things which could easily be improved.

- Rachel, December 2023
Matthew September 2023

“Beautiful property, spacious and the kitchen is just stunning.”

The glass on the fire door was broken by thr previous guests and nit mentioned so we weren't able to use the fire but it was warm enough with just the heating. Peter did try his best to have this fixed while we were there. We left a few days earlier than intended but this was only due to the weather as it was flooding in places and we had done all the walks possible so all good.

- Matthew, September 2023
Christina September 2023

“Absolutely loved the house and the location too, had a wonderful time here with family and dogs The living room/snug was great but most of the time we were in the kitchen around the table, in the conservatory or outside, it was very relaxing but with loads of activities on the doorstep We were blessed with the weather, the road to the house *might* be tricky in snow and ice so bare that in mind if you’re booking in for Christmas but this is the Lakes !”

The views from the house are outstanding and we all loved it, thank you

- Christina, September 2023
Ruth August 2023

“We had a lovely stay at Flaska house, it's huge and very comfortable.”

Easy to find, easy drive there (no windy mountain roads!) and parking easy too. The view from the garden / back room is stunning. Would definitely stay again.

- Ruth, August 2023
Mike June 2023

“Wonderful base to explore the Lakes from.”

High standard accomodation. Good location, and ample facilities for rainy days at home.

- Mike, June 2023
Peter June 2023

“Great property in a stunning location.”

Well equipped. Would be nice to add a BBQ.

- Peter, June 2023
Christopher June 2023

“Firstly a beautifully positioned and equipped cottage - the best we have stayed in.”

Love the solid roof on the conservatory. It would be helpful to provide milk and tea on arrival or say on the booking form that you don't. The front steps are a bit uneven if you are unsteady on your feet. The glass plate in the microwave had been broken by the cleaner (note left on microwave) making the microwave fairly unusable. Not a problem for us but might be for some. The wifi is slow (c.3mbps download, 0.3 mbps upload). It failed completely once during the week . A family member that was going to stay with us could not as the wifi was too slow to support the work they needed to do.

- Christopher, June 2023
Carolyn April 2023

“We had a lovely stay in Flaska House this Easter.”

The weather wasn't exactly with us, but it was an excellent base for hikes around Blencathra, Ullswater and Helvellyn. The house is well set up - we all particularly enjoyed sitting in the sunroom looking at the view!

- Carolyn, April 2023
Dorothy April 2023

“Flaska House is a beautiful house with great facilities and lovely layout & setting and accommodated us very well.”

The rooms are a lovely size and the conservatory is lovely to sit in in the morning to enjoy the spectacular views of Blencathra! The bedrooms are a good size and the main bedroom is lovely with plenty of wardrobe space and en-suite. Our only complaint was that it looked as though it hadn’t been cleaned very well as in one of the bathrooms ( downstairs) the toilet hadn’t been flushed & cleaned and someone had used it to go to the toilet properly and there were dirty splash marks under the toilet rim! The wash bowl was dirty with toothpaste all around the bowl & even in the en-suite where the bin hadn’t been emptied. When we removed the sheets as we were leaving the mattress protector had stains on & was very tired looking & some of them needed replacing. We would return again if these things were sorted & it would be nice if there were waste paper bins in each room as the only ones in the bathrooms weren’t big enough! Apart from these things we loved the property & area.

- Dorothy, April 2023

Dear guests - thank you for your feedback. I am very sorry the cleaning on this occasion was not up to the usual high standards and I have passed the comments to the cleaning company to ensure this does not occur in future. In respect of the linen - we will be replacing any tired bed linen over the weekend (22nd April) and will put waste bins in each room. Property Owner
Kelly December 2022

“We stayed at Flaska house for the Christmas period.”

We was blown away from pulling up to the gate and seeing the Xmas trees lit up in the windows to opening the front door. The house is within a beautiful setting with stunning views of the open fields and Blencathra. Some parts of the house have been recently renovated including the kitchen and the garden room which were done to a high standard (It is even nicer the the pictures previously shown). We absolutely loved waking up in the morning having a cuppa looking out to the sheep and mountains and loved the large space in the kitchen for entertaining at night. The living room was so cosy, watching Xmas films in front of the log fire and opening presents on Xmas day morning. The bedrooms are all spacious and nicely decorated- love the beams! We loved taking the dogs for a walk down the country Lane and seeing the horses and the sheep. We had one day of light snow which made the views even more stunning. Everything you need is supplied from cutlery, utensils, towels, blankets, iron, hairdryers etc. We loved the welcome card and Prosecco on arrival too, such a lovely personal gesture. We honestly had the most amazing time at Flaska and my only grumble is that it is already booked for Christmas next year because we would have loved to have visited again. The owners have made a real gem! TIPS * Aldi/ Iceland/ Morrisons/ B&M are a 15minute drive away in Penrith. *Aira Force waterfall is definitely worth a visit, only 15 minute drive away. *Giannis in Penrith is a great Italian restaurant if you’re looking to eat out but book in advance as it does get busy. *Dont forget wood for the fire.

- Kelly, December 2022

Dear Guests - thank you for your kind feedback and we are so glad that you had a Christmas to remember - sorry about next year! Property Owner
Katherine November 2022

“The cottage was stunning and the perfect setting for our girls weekend away.”

It had everything we needed and more! Highlights include the fantastic open plan kitchen where we enjoyed our cheese and wine evening, the spectacular views of the surrounding mountains and the easy to use log burner making the evenings extra cosy! The cottage was also in a great location within easy reach of Keswick, and we enjoyed walks around Lowther castle, Aria force and Pooley bridge and along the Threlkeld to Keswick railway track. We were also lucky enough to spot the resident red squirrel foraging around the adjoining woodlands.

- Katherine, November 2022
Kathleen October 2022

“Flaska House is a lovely, comfortable home with tremendous views .”

We loved our stay. Our only complaint - and this may seem minor in the big scheme of things - is that the bed pillows are in serious need of replacement: very thin and very lumpy! Completely worn out. Please add better pillows to the bedroom beds! It was disappointing especially when the beds themselves were very comfortable and the rest of the house was so luxurious ! Next time I would bring my own pillows. Other than that one oversight, the owners have done a terrific job and we would definitely stay again!

- Kathleen, October 2022

Dear guests - thank you for the positive feedback - we will replace the pillows immediately based on your views. Otherwise we are very pleased you enjoyed the house. Property Owner
Martin August 2022

“Thank you for providing an excellent cottage for our holidays.”

There were only two things that could have made our stay better. The WiFi buffered during the few times we watched Netflix and the foul smell from the septic tank marred the experience of sitting outside to enjoy the sun and the fire pit. Otherwise our stay was wonderful. Many thanks.

- Martin, August 2022

Dear guests I'm glad you enjoyed your stay at the barn and thank you very much for your feedback. The septic system was newly installed in February and the installers have now checked the system and resolved the issue but I apologise that during your stay there was a smell. As far as the wi-fi is concerned we haven't really experienced that problem other than on an odd occasion but we are currently looking at changing the wifi provider to get the maximum download and upload speeds. Once again thank you for your feedback and we're pleased that you enjoyed your stay so much. Property Owner
Tina July 2022

“The house was beautiful along with the setting.”

Had everything we needed. Good range of furniture etc. just a little disappointed with the cleanliness of the kitchen in particular. Appreciated the Prosecco. Good range of local trips etc. we left a few more of things we did. Would love to return and perfect with the dogs.

- Tina, July 2022
Carole February 2022

“Lovely property set in a picturesque location with the mountain views surrounding you.”

House was spacious and clean and had plenty of room. I would say the house is shabby chic rather than luxury but a nice space to relax in. We didn’t have the best weather but I can see how lovely it would be in the spring time. The location is pretty remote, no shops and pubs nearby, at least a 15 min drive so that may put some people off. Great if you have a dog, as walks straight from the door.

- Carole, February 2022
Margaret October 2021

“Loved it, beautifully furnished, spacious, everything we needed”

- Margaret, October 2021

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Summary

Four bedrooms: 1 superking double with ensuite shower room, with shower basin and WC, 2 king size doubles and 1 twin or superking
Bathroom with bath with shower over, basin and WC
Shower room with shower cubicle, basin and WC
Kitchen with dining area
Summer room with seating
Sitting room
Utility room
Oil central heating and log burning stove
Range cooker with five ring gas hob and electric double oven, two fridges, freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, Smart TV
Rear enclosed garden with patio area and outdoor furniture, wildlife garden to front
Private parking for four cars
Secure storage for mountain bikes
Wifi
Pets are welcome
Ten minutes drive to pub, twenty minutes drive to shop.

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The property

Approached down a narrow lane, flanked by towering Scots pines, the driveway leads to this charming cottage.

Park outside the front door and step through the porch into the open-plan kitchen and dining area.

The well-equipped kitchen boasts a large central island, perfect for gathering, while a substantial family dining table sits conveniently to the side.

Beyond the kitchen lies the spacious summer room, offering breathtaking views towards Blencathra.

Doors open from here directly onto the garden, inviting the outside in.

The cosy and welcoming lounge, with comfortable sofas and armchairs arranged around the log burning stove and TV, is the perfect spot to relax.

Patio doors provide direct access to the rear garden and patio.

Stairs ascend to the first-floor landing, leading to four well-appointed bedrooms, one of which benefits from an en-suite shower room.

A family bathroom and separate shower room complete the first-floor accommodation.

To the rear of the property, a spacious lawned garden with comfortable outdoor furniture offers stunning views, creating an idyllic setting.

To the front of the cottage, a wildlife garden provides a haven for nature and is currently home to a delightful family of red squirrels.

These playful residents are regular visitors, often seen scampering amongst the trees and providing a truly enchanting spectacle for guests.

Flaska House is ideally located within easy reach of the shores of Ullswater (just ten minutes away) and the popular market town of Keswick (a twenty-minute drive).

This charming cottage offers guests the perfect opportunity to relax and unwind amidst beautiful surroundings, providing a superb base from which to explore the Lake District.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £200.

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About the location

TROUTBECK NEAR PENRITH

Keswick 9 miles; Penrith 9 miles.

The small hamlet of Troutbeck sits in a secluded position in the northern Lake District between Keswick and Penrith, and just three miles from the magnificent shores of Ullswater. The hamlet is set out amongst beautiful rolling countryside and wonderful scenery and is made up of a number of farm dwellings, traditional Lakeland homes and a local inn. Nearby, the popular town of Keswick is the holiday centre of the northern Lake District and has plenty to offer, boasting numerous shops and restaurants to suit all tastes, as well as offering miniature golf, some good parks, the Theatre by the Lake, a charming cinema and the beautiful lake. Dalemain, an historic house with gardens, is also close by and every year hosts the World’s Original Marmalade Awards. With magnificent Ullswater on the doorstep, and spectacular scenery to be enjoyed down towards Glenridding and Patterdale, which travels southwards towards Ambleside over the Kirkstone Pass, Troutbeck makes a wonderful base for making the most of this beautiful region.

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“We stayed in Flaska house over New Year, the views are spectacular, location is great, plenty to do nearby.”

“We stayed at Flaska House for Christmas.”

“Flaska house is lovely, in the most beautiful setting, and has the most spectacular views.”

“Cushions were stored in a box that was cracked it had rained the week before so we’re very wet informed the office”

“The property was amazing and exactly what we were looking for as a family of 8 and a dog.”

“We had a fabulous stay.”

“Flaska House is a wonderful place to stay.”

“Lovely cottage and perfect location - really good social space inside and out for friends and family.”

“A great house for a big group with an incredible view.”

“Perfect house for a large group with three generations.”

“We’ve just spent a week in the lakes at Flaska house, Wow!”

“The views are stunning where ever you are in this property.”

“Perfect property for 4 adult couples.”

“Amazing experience, the house, location and the views to die for!”

“We had a lovely break to Flaska House as a family of six and two dogs!”

“The house is lovely - very comfortable and well equipped, and we really enjoyed our stay there.”

“Beautiful property, spacious and the kitchen is just stunning.”

“We had a lovely stay at Flaska house, it's huge and very comfortable.”

“Wonderful base to explore the Lakes from.”

“Great property in a stunning location.”

“Firstly a beautifully positioned and equipped cottage - the best we have stayed in.”

“We had a lovely stay in Flaska House this Easter.”

“Flaska House is a beautiful house with great facilities and lovely layout & setting and accommodated us very well.”

“We stayed at Flaska house for the Christmas period.”

“The cottage was stunning and the perfect setting for our girls weekend away.”

“Flaska House is a lovely, comfortable home with tremendous views .”

“Thank you for providing an excellent cottage for our holidays.”

“The house was beautiful along with the setting.”