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A stone cottage with a visible entrance, a window, and a sign that reads "Forge Cottage."
A cozy living room with a sofa and ottoman, a kitchen in the background, and a window with curtains.
A modern kitchen with wooden cabinets, a stainless steel range hood, a built-in oven, a microwave, and a bread maker.
A neatly made bed with white and orange pillows, two bedside tables with lamps, and a framed picture of a pier on the wall.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, comfortable seating, and a bookshelf.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Highlights

  • Ping pong on-site
    A rare find — challenge friends and family to endless matches.
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Swimming pool
  • Pet-friendly
  • Washing machine
  • Internet
  • Fireplace
  • Dryer

Explore the area

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Graythwaite, Cumbria
  • Place, Lake Windermere
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, World of Beatrix Potter
    ‪25 min drive‬
  • Place, Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom #1

1 King Bed

Bedroom #2

1 Single Bed

Bedroom #3

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom #1

Toilet · Shower only

About this property

Forge - sleeps 4 guests in 3 bedrooms

Forge is an excellent choice for friend or family alike seeking a base for their adventures in the lakes.
• Delightful open plan living/dining/kitchen area, no one will miss out on the fun during mealtimes and evenings.
• Bedrooms look out across the forests and natural surroundings on the first floor, making immersing into relaxation all the easier during your stay.

The Graythwaite Home Farm Courtyard truly is the beating heart of the Estate – accessed via the iconic and enchanting trail bordered with cheery blossom trees, you are truly entering a very special place.
• Less than a mile from the shores of Lake Windermere where you can enjoy the peace and serenity of the lake without the hustle and bustle, or even book in an action-packed activity with the star-studded Graythwaite Adventure.
• Access to the communal heated swimming pool which can be booked in advance of your stay.
• Onsite Shop (Opening Times vary) Pre-order available.
• Communal games room
• Communal BBQ facilities
• Children’s play area

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 11410968
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Ulverston

Ulverston is home to this cottage. Lake Windermere and Foulshaw Moss Nature Reserve reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Lakes Aqaurium and Go Ape Grizedale. Travelling with kids? Consider Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway and Cartmel Cheeses. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking.
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Graythwaite, Cumbria

What's nearby

  • Lake Windermere - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Bowness Pier - 24 min drive - 10.0 km
  • World of Beatrix Potter - 25 min drive - 10.3 km
  • Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories - 26 min drive - 11.0 km
  • Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre - 32 min drive - 15.9 km

Getting around

  • Grange-over-Sands Kents Bank Station - 23 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Manor House - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Albert - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Lake View Garden - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Royal Oak Inn - ‬20 min drive
  • ‪Monties Cafe - ‬20 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Forge - sleeps 4 guests in 3 bedrooms have a pool?

Yes, this property has a pool.

How much does it cost to stay at Forge - sleeps 4 guests in 3 bedrooms?

As of 6 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Forge - sleeps 4 guests in 3 bedrooms on 4 June 2027 start from AU$1,385, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is Forge - sleeps 4 guests in 3 bedrooms pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Forge - sleeps 4 guests in 3 bedrooms?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Forge - sleeps 4 guests in 3 bedrooms?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Forge - sleeps 4 guests in 3 bedrooms located?

This family-friendly Ulverston cottage is within 3 mi (5 km) of Lake Windermere and Stott Park Bobbin Mill. Lakes Aqaurium and Go Ape Grizedale are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

8.0

Very good

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

Reviews

From a partner site

8/10 Good

Cailee C.

Comfortable stay in historic cottage

The cottage was very cute and had great space and services (pool, on site shop, kitchen tools). Our concern was the excess of spiders inside the unit that seem to be left to multiply; it is of course in the woods and an older property which we kept in mind (and why we booked). Also there was a wet, used towel in one of the bedrooms when we checked in.
Response from VrboOwner on 16 July 2026
Thank you for your review. We're pleased to hear you enjoyed the cottage and the facilities available on the estate. We're sorry about the towel that was missed by housekeeping. Being in a rural woodland setting, the occasional spider is unfortunately unavoidable, but I have asked our housekeeping team to pay particular attention to both of these points going forward. We hope to welcome you back to Graythwaite again soon.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Liz D.

Comfortable stay at The Forge

Pros - Happy to recommend! Peaceful rural courtyard location Warm electric heating Very comfortable lounge Well fitted kitchen Very comfortable beds, pillows & bed linen Excellent hot shower Well stocked farm shop on site; quality goods Ideal location for The Lap Windermere Cons - No pub or restaurant within walking distance Top of the staircase has a tricky step layout
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amy Millson

Half term break

A great break away - such a lovely little cottage, so handy to the pool (literally right next door!) which we were able to book most days of our stay, and in a great location to explore all the Lakes has to offer.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Wettest week of the year!!

Another lovely week at Forge property on your lovely estate. No real complaints, but the lounge carpet could do with a good clean to get out the stains and we really need 2x hand towels, The large bath towels are not a substitute as they are far too big. Please get the hand rail put back in the swimming pool, it’s dangerous climbing out as slippery without it. It’s 4 years on the trot that we’ve been and find it wonderfully relaxing even though the weather/rain was awful
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Diane F.

A week at Graythwaite

A comfortable, warm cottage though in places is showing signs of wear ie sofa and chairs and carpet could do with a deep clean but we realise we are right at the end of the season. The outside areas for the cottages ie the tables, chairs etc could also do with some attention - they look a bit ‘tired’.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Liz D.

A haven in wet weather!

Lovely kitchen, comfy sofas, very comfy beds and pillows, very clean bedding, plenty of hot water in shower, electric heating / storage heaters warmed up the bedrooms nicely, kitchen & lounge were cooler. A haven to return to after completing The Lap ultra marathon in September! The only disappointment was not being given advance warning that the Graythwaite farm shop on-site was closed. This resulted in a long car trip back beyond Newby Bridge to buy supplies.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Nearly 5 out 5 but read the review

Lovely property in lovely surroundings what with the bookable swimming pool & roaming pheasants to boot This was obviously a very expensive, top quality conversion into holiday accommodation when done, but the owners need to keep on top of maintenance & inspections of their properties as we found 24h after arriving that the fridge wasn’t switched on , the drinks/bottle holder on the fridge door was missing as presumably broken, 2 of 6 ceiling kitchen lights not working green damp showing through on all 3 upstairs bedrooms plus i spent about 3 hours weeding a very overgrown path from back door to a lovely patio/bar b q area to take advantage of it ; as you would. Still recommend though
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Tired, in need of some TLC and a proper deep clean

Let’s start with the positives, the location is lovely and it’s great that there’s a swimming pool and kids playground on site. Other than that, the property fell a long way short of what I’d expect of something advertised as luxury. No hand towels, no bath mat, hot water barely hot enough to do the washing up (luckily there’s an electric shower), damp damage in two bedrooms from a leak round the chimney stack - not the sort of things that spoil the holiday particularly, but clearly not what I’d expect from a “luxury” property. The biggest issue was probably the cleaning before our arrival - if you’re going to allow pets, you really need to make sure that you clean more thoroughly and treat for, e.g., fleas. More than one of us ended up with bites from sitting on the sofa. Needless to say, I don’t expect to return.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Would Recommend With Caveats

The location of the Graythwaite Estate is fantastic. It's a lovely estate, surrounded by nature and in close proximity to Lake Windermere. Upon arriving, we found a bag of goodies which was an unexpected delight. We had earlier enquired about body wash and shampoo, and were told it would be provided, so didn't bring our own. There was none at the cottage, and we were assured this would be provided later by Housekeeping when we raised this to the attention of the team. It was never provided, however, and it appeared that Housekeeping refilled the hand soap instead. By the end of our stay, we were down to the last squares of toilet tissue, which was never replenished. The kitchen floors had been swept, but really did need a scrub as it left our feet/socks grubby. The trail maps of the estate were missing from the cottage's folder (we suspected that probably a previous guest had removed for use) and were told to wait the next day to go get a copy from the onsite farm store. The Housekeeping Team really needs to be more on top of the turnover of the cottages, this is where the experience fails. If you can overlook these types of issues, then chances are you will have an enjoyable stay. Recommend with caveats.

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