The Folly

The very quirky but comfortable interior.

Nothing

Loved the design, the location (near the local shops and restaurants) and the fact it’s a beautiful old building. Beds super comfy. Clean and well equipped bathroom. No problems parking on the road outside.

The property was not completely clean when we arrived, there were several dead woodlice on the floor in every room, a bad smell in the downstairs bedroom and the kitchen table had food marks on it. By the time I got in contact with the owner I had already started cleaning it. I’d had a 7 hour drive and arrived early evening. I was surprised as the reviews had said the property was spotless so this may have been an anomaly. The owner kindly offered a refund if we could find somewhere else to stay but it was a little last minute and I had already started cleaning it. She apologised and said she was two hours away therefore couldn’t come and help. There are sharp carpet tacks on the slope in the double room. Had to reset the boiler as had no hot water but this was easily done. Some pillows need replacing.

Loved the quirkiness of The Folly. Very arty. Lovely decor and very comfy beds. Bold and arty colour schemes. Very efficient shower. Loved the Sedbergh soap products in the kitchen and bathroom and the good quality tea, coffee and spices in the kitchen cupboard. Nice quality crockery, utensils and glasses. Very handy for town.

We were lucky in getting a second car parking space on Back Lane but it would have been very inconvenient if one hadn't been available.. It was an extremely hot heatwave during our stay and the upstairs living area was too hot. We could have done with having an electric fan, but realise that under 'normal' conditions things would have been ok. There is no private outside space which would have been nice, but there is a pretty garden area at the top of The Folly with benches and lovely flowers and lawn if people want to sit outside.

The accommodation was beautifully and thoughtfully presented and was well positioned in the village. It was nice and clean. The dining recommendations were spot on and the whole stay was enjoyable. What I have suggested below are merely things that would have made it perfect, not critques.

A heads up about the builders could have been useful. In some places I have been before, the hosts have left a few things in just to get us started e.g. Small milk, eggs, breads, biscuits. Understandably not an essential but a lovely touch to add for the future. In addition to this, maybe a selection of games might be a nice touch for rainy days.

Great location,