Southwaite Green Cottages Review

We like:

The setting; that ten per cent of profits is given to charity; that you get a ten per cent discount if you arrive by public transport

We don't like:

That the rooms aren't particularly full of character; that our heating didn't work properly one evening

SmartPlanet judgement:

The owner is clearly passionate about green living and we were impressed by the numerous eco-friendly gadgets and technologies she's incorporated into the design of the cottages in a way that didn't compromising on comfort. The rooms are somewhat bland -- a few touches of colour would add character -- but the farm is in a lovely remote position by the western fells and there are plenty of fabulous walks nearby.

Marna McMillin, owner of Southwaite Green, opened her first property to holiday lets four years ago. She's now built four more eco cottages on stunning ten acres in the Lake District, just a 40-minute walk from Wordsworth's birthplace in Cockermouth. Continue reading...