Hilltop is a secret forest hide away, perfect for walking and being by the lake, Hilltop is looking tired and could do with being cleaner ie under and behind furniture. Could do with new ironing board or cover.Lawns needed mowing and drive weeding, It’s really just little things but when you’re paying strong money they should be done!

Stayed at Hilltop to do The Lap - absolutely perfect for this - very short walk to the start line, comfy beds, marvellous shower, and comfy sofas to relax in the next day. Very well maintained and really relaxing surroundings. Was worried it would be hard to find but very well sign posted and excellent communication from booking office. Would definitely stay again as didn’t have time to do additional activities which sounded lovely!

This was my 6th time staying on the Graythwaite Estate and the 2nd time in this wonderful cottage. The location is fantastic with glimpses of Lake Windermere from the lounge and main bedroom windows. The garden is private, not overlooked and has a hot tub which is a delight. Being log fire heated it takes a while to warm up on first use but then, as long as you close the lid after using, stays warm for a long time with just a few extra logs needed to get it to the optimum temperature. The cottage itself is well equipped, clean and spacious. It's less than a 2 mile walk to the car / passenger ferry to Bowness if you fancy travelling a bit further afield but fancy a car free day. The Cuckoo Brow Inn is about a mile walk away, it is very welcoming and has a pleasant menu.

Hilltop was a great cottage that was nice and private with no passing traffic or people. It was a great base to explore the surrounding areas. Everything in the property worked and was ok but it's all a little bit tired and in need of some tlc. I appreciate it is an old cottage but things like the outdoor furniture was broken so unuseable, patio slabs were loose. There is a lovely view of lake windermere but it's blocked by overgrown bushes. The grass wa to overgrown for the kids to play in. It's also all a bit damp inside property. We really enjoyed our stay and would return but it would need some work first or a reduced price. Graythwaite adventure was amazing, the staff here were fantastic and I couldn't recommend them enough. We will definitely be coming back to the estate to use them again.