Courtyard Cottage provides laundry facilities and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire chalet
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4110 sq m
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
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About this property
Courtyard Cottage
Resting in the heart of Kendal, a popular market town in Cumbria, you'll discover Courtyard Cottage - a traditional three-storey holiday cottage with modern styling.
Located in Kendal, often referred to as the "Gateway to the Lakes," this cottage provides easy access to a plethora of outdoor activities and attractions. Enjoy scenic walks and hikes in the stunning Lake District, with numerous trails and paths suitable for all levels of experience. Kendal itself offers a wealth of cultural and historical sites, including Kendal Castle and the renowned Kendal Museum.
The charming cottage comfortably accommodates up to four guests, making it an ideal choice for families or small groups. It offers the perfect blend of convenience and tranquillity for your getaway. Enjoy a restful night after a day out exploring in one double bedroom with a second twin room located on the first floor. The main bathroom features a separate bath, shower, and WC, plus an additional ground floor WC for added convenience.
The ground floor kitchen is fully equipped, ensuring you have everything you need to prepare delicious meals. The dining area is perfect for enjoying meals together. The large, light-flooded lounge on the upper floor boasts charming, sloped ceilings, creating a spacious yet cosy atmosphere for relaxation and entertainment.
Once you're ready to explore, head into Kendal for a delightful stroll alongside the River Kent. The market town offers plentiful local shops, delis, wine bars, pubs, and restaurants. For those who love the great outdoors, there are plenty of walking opportunities right on your doorstep. Explore the picturesque landscapes, charming villages, and serene lakes that make this area so special. After a day of adventure, return to the comfort and modern amenities of Courtyard Cottage to unwind and relax.
Whilst there is no allocated parking, a small public car park (Kendal Bowman Car Park) is just a 2-minute walk away.
For bookings and more information, please contact Finest Retreats.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the chalet: Free WiFi
Kitchen
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1.5 bathrooms
Shower
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
2 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoking not allowed
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
General
Unit size: 1,184 square feet
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You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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Rules
Checkin 16:00-20:00
Pets
Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 30
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Note from host: Dangerous animals not allowed.
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
Optional extras
Pet fee: GBP 30
Service animals are exempt from fees
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the neighborhood
Kendal is home to this chalet. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Yorkshire Dales National Park and Lake Windermere. Brewery Arts Centre and Kendal Museum are also worth visiting. Visit our Kendal travel guide
Yes, this chalet allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 30. Service animals are exempt from fees.
What time is check-in at Courtyard Cottage?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Courtyard Cottage?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Courtyard Cottage located?
Situated in Kendal, this chalet is within a 5-minute walk of Museum of Lakeland Life & Industry, Brewery Arts Centre, and Abbot Hall Art Gallery. The Quaker Tapestry Museum & Exhibition and Kendal Castle are also within 15 minutes.
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Reviews
Courtyard Cottage Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 42 reviews
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Reviews
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Liz
May 7, 2025
Lovely place, excellent condition and close to shops and restaurants
Lovely place, excellent condition and close to shops and restaurants.
Lovely, no improvements needed.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Susannah
Oct 14, 2024
A spacious and central house with good facilities
The house had lots of space and was light and bright. The kitchen area was nice and well equipped, there was a lovely bathroom with a great shower, and a very nice upstairs sitting room. Good wifi throughout too. It was also in a great location - close to the centre but shielded from traffic noise. With a more comfortable bed and a bit more invested in some nice pillows and bedding this would have been a great holiday rental.
No tea towel provided and the most miniscule amount of washing up liquid. There was a filthy table runner on the kitchen table that gave a poor first impression, plus a broken blind in the sitting room. But the main issue for me was the uncomfortable sleeping set up. I know this is personal taste but from my point of view the beds and bedding really let the place down.
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
Jon
Feb 26, 2025
Potential to be great…..but…..
To start with the positives, the location is great, tucked away in a quiet courtyard but close to town and local amenities. Ideal base location for exploring the lakes. The cottage is clean and tidy with a lovely kitchen and bathroom. Set over 3 floors with the lounge on the top floor which is spacious. Parking was never a problem and with use of the pass we always managed to park on the road outside.
Unfortunately the deal breaker was the bed and because of this we wouldn't book again unless this was rectified. After a day hiking the fells you want a comfy bed and unfortunately this is one of the most uncomfortable beds I have slept on. The frame moves, squeaks and doesn’t feel sturdy and the mattress dips and gave me back ache ️ Such a shame as the rest of the cottage was great.
Another minor suggestion for improvement would be to provide a microwave.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Josef
Sep 6, 2024
Super location
It was a great holiday home with plenty of space for three adults. It was well located for trips to the Lake District and also to Yorkshire. If you are good at parking, there is always a parking space along the road, although not right outside the front door.
The kitchen/living room is cosy and spacious and the electric radiators made it easy to heat quickly and as customised There is an airfryer, which we did not use, and an Aeropress coffee machine, which makes good coffee. The larger fridge with freezer compartment was also great.
The design of the rooms is appealing and tasteful.
We definitely felt very comfortable and would choose this accommodation again.
Nevertheless, there were things that didn't quite match the high standard of the house. In both toilet rooms the soap containers were empty, the hoover was so clogged with carpet fluff that it did not vacuum. The heavily soiled forecourt by the front door, the frayed kitchen towel and the stained table runner did not make a good impression. There is neither a socket for the hairdryer nor for the shaver in the bathroom. But we think all this could easily be fixed and then everything would be great! The safety box for the house key was a well-functioning, secure place unfortunately the key jammed, especially from the inside. The key problem also exists for the downstairs toilet.
Suggestions for improvement:
The forecourt in front of the front door should be swept every now and then. As we found it, the first impression was not very inviting.
The table runner was freshly washed but had red wine stains.
The houseplants were dried out.
The soap dispensers in the house were empty throughout.
There was only one frayed tea towel.
The box of dishwasher salt was soaked in a plastic box with water, as were the few remaining dishwasher tabs.
The coating on the pans was damaged.
There was no salad bowl.
Unfortunately, there was no broom and the hoover was totally blocked and didn't really work.
A mirror in the guest toilet would have been great.
We think at least one or two things could be improved with little effort and would be more in keeping with the status of the house.
The communication with the agency could also be better. We received no reply to our email during our stay.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jul 10, 2026
It’s a beautiful cottage in a fantastic location
It’s a beautiful cottage in a fantastic location
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jun 19, 2026
A lovely property in a beautiful quiet location
A lovely property in a beautiful quiet location. Very well equipped , beautiful decoration and furnishings and super comfortable beds .
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
May 5, 2026
Courtyard Cottage was a wonderful place to stay in a very peaceful surrounding and beautiful scenery
Courtyard Cottage was a wonderful place to stay in a very peaceful surrounding and beautiful scenery. We were warmly welcomed by lovely hosts who were friendly and made sure we had everything we needed. The cottage is thoughtfully designed and very cosy. Would come again!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Oct 12, 2025
Great stay
Had a lovely stay for a week. The owners are very nice and friendly . The property is beautiful. North Devon is definitely worth a visit. Great beaches, drives and villages
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Jun 7, 2026
Courtyard Cottage is excellently situated for exploring the coastline to the north and west of Barns
Courtyard Cottage is excellently situated for exploring the coastline to the north and west of Barnstaple (top surfing spots and the SWC path are 30 minutes away) as well as visiting RHS Rosemore (30 minutes to the south) and Exmoor. With fine views, lovely surrounding countryside, and peace and quiet it is a perfect retreat from the coastal hotspots. The cottage's lower courtyard patio gives excellent privacy with natural shade from the surrounding trees. Being near the top of a hill there was also a pleasant breeze during a mini heatwave. Evening sundowners on the top patio were an added bonus. Mika and Mark, the owners, were attentive without being obtrusive. They were friendly and informative about the local area. The interior of the cottage is beautiful and extremely well insulated from both cold and hot weather. The standard of facilities and comfort of the beds is superb. The ability to rinse and dry wetsuits in the courtyard, and a garage to store gear is very useful. The outside spaces are beautifully maintained. Very highly recommended.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Oct 15, 2025
Beautiful cottage Beautiful cottage in wonderful central location for all North Devon has to offer
Beautiful cottage Beautiful cottage in wonderful central location for all North Devon has to offer. The property was immaculate and had everything you could need. The owners live next door and were very friendly and helpful. Would certainly stay again.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Oct 12, 2025
Superb top-drawer accommodation
Superb top-drawer accommodation. Marvellous hosts. Up there with the very best in all respects.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Leigh Jayne
Dec 3, 2024
Lovely cottage, wonderful location, plenty to see and do
Great location, lovely cottage, easy to park on the road, that was no problem
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Oct 15, 2025
What a stunning cottage !
Courtyard Cottage is a beautiful place to stay. The cottage has been lovingly renovated and decorated and is incredibly comfortable in beautiful surroundings. The owners are very welcoming and accommodating. A lovely welcome pack is left for you. Everything about this stay has been well thought through - a beautiful home from home.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Oct 17, 2025
Lovely cottage in beautiful surroundings
We stayed for a week in this lovely cottage. The kitchen was amazing and had everything you could possibly need. It was light and airy and spotlessly clean. It was very centrally placed for visiting all North Devon has to offer without travelling too far. The owners live next door and were very welcoming, kind and helpful, especially with suggestions of places to visit and eat. We would love to stay again one day.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Oct 23, 2025
Wonderful
Courtyard Cottage has everything one would need. It is equipped to a very high standard and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay there. The hosts, Mika and Mark, are very helpful and go out of their way to provide any extra information that you should need. We would definitely stay there again if we are in the area. Overall excellent and definitely recommended.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Oct 15, 2025
I would definitely stay here again, we absolutely loved our holiday here and didn't want to leave
I would definitely stay here again, we absolutely loved our holiday here and didn't want to leave. Beautifully arranged and decorated cottage in a great location. Breakfast every morning on the terrace outside the main bedroom enjoying the early morning sun, and drinks and dinner on the terrace to the side of the cottage watching the sun go down. Perfect! Thank you to Mika and Mark for being so welcoming, friendly and helpful and for creating such a wonderful place to stay
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Oct 13, 2025
Truly superb! Modern, comfortable and a home from home
Truly superb! Modern, comfortable and a home from home. Mark & Mika we’re excellent and always attentive making the stay perfect. The location itself has tremendous views and is very central to Barnstaple. 15 -20 minutes from most family beachesdays out. Especially ideal as you are able to easily reach in all directions for days out. Very strongly recommend if you’re looking to have the ideal location and a lovely, relaxing place to stay.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Oct 14, 2025
Courtyard Cottage Barnstaple
We spent a week at the Courtyard Cottage, we were very impressed at the very high standard of accommodation. Well situated above the town of Barnstaple with stunning views of the North Devon Countryside, it was within easy reach of the coastal resorts (15-20 minutes by car) Mika and Mark were both welcoming and very helpful, full of information about North Devon, they were always on hand but never intrusive. This is a little Gem situated in North Devon and we will definitely be back,
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Oct 17, 2025
Lovely cottage
We've just got back from another wonderful week at Courtyard Cottage. The location is great, it really feels like you are in the countryside, but the town is 5 mins away. We spent several days at the sandy beaches (only 20 min car journey) that are perfect for body boarding and surfing, enjoyed sea kayaking and loved the coastal walks and views. The cottage has everything you need and to a high spec, making it feel luxurious. The owners are attentive, the welcome pack was delicious, and our children loved seeing their dogs and eating Smores by the firepit one evening. Overall a fantastic stay, we'd definitely go back again, there's still more to explore!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Oct 30, 2025
Fantastic week in stunning cottage
We stayed in Courtyard Cottage in August 2021. The cottage is beautifully appointed and everything you need has been thought of. The rooms are generous sizes and the cottage feels spacious and modern - whilst at the same time feeling full of character and interesting features. The location is perfect for local interest - with lots of different beaches nearby plus the beautiful landscape of Exmoor. We were able to do very different things each day and kept teenagers and adults thoroughly entertained. We hope to return again - and Mark and Mika were fantastic hosts offering help and advice if needed.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Lydia
Aug 24, 2024
House was just as described and Kendal is an easy commute to most places in the Lakes we wanted to v
Lovely space and cosy living room on the top floor. Kitchen and bathroom very clean and had everything needed for a short break. I would recommend and visit again. Thanks for having us!
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Oct 12, 2025
Great for relaxing holidays, very hospitable owners
Recently renovated cottage with great attention to detail that lacks nothing. Everything is very modern, but comfortably furnished. Very quiet location (approach, however, is in quite poor condition with many potholes), perfectly situated for trips into the North Devon area. Several seating areas outside, which invite you to relax (with a little luck with a view of sheep). The couple who rents the house is very hospitable, we have rarely been received warmer than by the two. Mark always has good excursion tips ready. After our two weeks stay it was really hard for us to have to leave again.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Oct 26, 2025
Beautifully equipped cottage in peaceful location.
Probably the best of all the cottages we have stayed in - beautifully decorated, equipped with everything that you could want, spotlessly clean and with owners that are around if you need them but invisible when you want privacy. The location is the ultimate in peaceful places, set at the end of a long private drive surrounded by fields and trees. No traffic noise just the bird songs to disturb the peace and yet you can be in the centre of Barnstable within 10 minutes by car. The cottage comes with the best sun-trap patio anywhere - just the place to sit with a long cool drink and soak up the sun and the peace and quiet. It's the sort of place that once discovered entices you back again and again.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Oct 13, 2025
Fantastic hosts
Our needs for this property wasn't for a holiday unfortunately, however mika and Mark were extremely kind helpful and very accommodating for our situation. The views from the property are great and there are multiple areas for seating to have a drink and something to eat. The accommodation is only a short drive from various towns and seasides. The property is highly recommended its comfortable warm and very well equipped the underfloor heating is great and the log fire a bonus. I'll be back again for a visit under different circumstances without a doubt. Thankyou mika and Mark.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Oct 24, 2025
Beautiful Cottage and Location
We stayed for one week in May 2022 and we could not have wished for more. The owners, Mika and Mark were on site to meet us and show us around and they made us feel very welcome. They recommended great places to visit in the area and we went to most of them. The accommodation was lovely with a large double bedroom opening onto a private patio area and a separate room with two single beds. Everythings was clean and tidy. The cottage is up a fairly steep single track lane but not for long then you reach your destination which is just outside Barnstaple. The surrounding gardens are lovely and there are views over Barnstaple to the estuary. We recommend this lovely cottage without hesitation and hope to return soon.