Guests say
Guests generally appreciate the spacious, well-equipped cottage in Windermere, highlighting its excellent location and suitability for groups. The modern kitchen and multiple bathrooms are particularly praised, as is the proximity to local amenities. Some guests mention minor maintenance issues and cleanliness oversights, but these do not detract significantly from the overall positive experience.
The majority of guests found the property clean and well-presented, though there were several mentions of specific cleanliness issues such as dog hair on furniture, sticky tables, and dusty areas. These appear to be isolated incidents rather than a consistent trend.
The location is highly praised for its convenience, being within walking distance to shops, pubs, and local attractions in Windermere. The availability of parking, despite some challenges, does not significantly detract from the property's prime location.
Guests find the cottage comfortable, with ample space for socialising and privacy. The presence of multiple bathrooms adds to the comfort level. Some guests noted issues with bed comfort and a cold bedroom, but these comments were not widespread.
Facilities are generally well-received, with a well-equipped kitchen and sufficient entertainment options. Maintenance issues such as wobbly door handles, complicated oven controls, and minor DIY concerns are noted, suggesting room for improvement.
Several guests were delighted by thoughtful touches such as a welcome basket with jams and refreshments. While these gestures are appreciated, it is important to note that such amenities may vary and are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
An end-terrace Lakeland stone cottage, just a stone's throw from Windermere village centre and less than two miles from Bowness-on-Windermere in the beautiful Lake District. This is an excellent cottage which is an ideal base for families and friends wishing to tour around the nearby lakes and mountains. This cosy cottage is perfectly presented over four floors with four bedrooms and two bathrooms. There are also two cloakrooms which provide great flexibility, and two sitting rooms, one of which has an L-shaped sofa. A well-equipped kitchen offers a lovely place to prepare a sumptuous meal which can be enjoyed in the dining room, before adjourning to one of the sitting rooms.
Outside there is a private yard where you can relax with a refreshing drink. Being located in the heart of the Lakes, there are endless paths and pretty villages to explore all surrounded by outstanding natural beauty. Cruise up the lake on the Windermere Steamer or visit the Beatrix Potter exhibition, where you can get up close to Peter Rabbit and Benjamin Bunny. For the more adventurous, why not get out onto the lake on kayaks or stand-up paddle boards? Alternatively, hire mountain bikes and cycle round Grizedale Forest. Whenever you visit this popular area you will always be rewarded with stunning scenery!
The vibrant twin towns of Bowness and Windermere hold enduring appeal for visitors to the Lake District National Park, with each providing a range of nearby attractions, amenities, shops and restaurants to suit all tastes. A variety of boat trips and boat hire are available from Windermere Lake Cruises in Bowness to Brockhole, Ambleside and Lakeside (at the southern end of the lake where the Lakeside Aquarium and the Lakeside and Haverthwaite Railway are situated). The World of Beatrix Potter attraction and the Old Laundry theatre are 1.5 miles away. Orrest Head, where Alfred Wainwright was inspired to write his series of iconic guidebooks, is a 30-minute walk to enjoy the spectacular panorama of far-reaching views over the lake and surrounding fells. Brockhole, which offers high wire tree top experiences, is less than two miles away, and the historic villages of Grasmere, Ambleside and Troutbeck are a short drive away. There are also a variety of watersports on offer for the more energetic at marine centres along the lake. The area is ideally situated for exploring all that this region has to offer, whether by foot, bike, car, railway or bus; and is within easy reach of attractions such as the spectacular Langdales, Beatrix Potter’s Hill Top House at Far Sawrey, Coniston, Grizedale Forest Park, with its delightful walks and famous outdoor sculptures, mountain biking and “Go-Ape” adventure park, Ullswater, Kendal, Keswick, stone circles, Roman forts and England's highest mountain, Scafell Pike.
Accommodation
Over four floors.
Four bedrooms: 1 x king-size double, 1 x second floor king-size double, 1 x twin, 1 x second floor twin.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Second floor shower room with shower, basin and WC.
First floor basin and WC.
Lower ground floor basin and WC.
Lower ground floor kitchen with arch leading to dining room.
Lower ground floor utility.
Sitting room (seats 6).
Second sitting room (seats 8).
Gas central heating and one oil heater.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, 3 x TVs (one with Sky Sports, one with BT TV and BT Sport and one with FreeSat), DVD, Bluetooth enabled speaker, WiFi, selection of games.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot, highchair and stairgate on request.
Roadside parking for 1 car with visitors' permit, additional parking for 1 car in local car park, 4 mins walk away.
Free parking also available on nearby streets.
Enclosed yard with furniture.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome (on ground and lower ground floors only).
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 1 min walk, pub 3 mins walk.
Entrance in and out of the property is via the front door only.
Note: The neighbouring property has access once a week to the yard only for emptying their bins.
Nearby points of interest
- Lake Windermere
- Hayes Garden World Ambleside
- Lakeland Motor Museum
- Laurel and Hardy Museum
Reviews (48)
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Patricia
! Front door was all cracked paint !! Next door (flats) were hanging out of windows with a strange smell coming our way !! Think the price we paid was far too much !! I have left my phone charger & you want me to pay £30 !!!! To return it which is just ridiculous
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Claire
Lovely size property and plenty of space in all the rooms with comfy beds. Nice little courtyard ideal for the dog. No complaints at all. Parking permits were ideal and no issues with those at all. Great having two front rooms as families so that kids could enjoy one room and adults still had a space too.
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Leigh-ann
Excellent location. The main issue we had was that we got given the wrong key code for the house. Imagine travelling over 5 hours with 2 elderly relatives and a 12 year old lab to find you can't get in and worry you have been scammed. Even worse when Skye Cottages had given us 2 numbers to try, one of which no one answered and the other the person was so incredibly rude, hanging up on me twice saying I was bothering him and it wasn't his issue (so how come we were given his number in the first place) Eventually after 40 minutes of pure panic the home owner rang back and casually said oh we had the wrong key code. No call or check in after to see if we were OK, or had actually managed to get in. We were also told the washing machine was broken, one day before we were due to travel. I understand things happen but didn't plan on spending one of my days having to hang around at the laundrette waiting for my clothes. Also said we could be re embursed for that but wasn't told how? 3 of the beds also had stained / dirty sheets. Parking was ok, IF you managed to get a space in front of the property. 2 of our relatives had mobility issues so it was alot of back and forth having to drop them and drive to the parking place if no spaces were available. I would 100% go back to the Lake District, but I unfortunately would not stay at this accommodation again.