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ID: S676586
29 reviews
Pets go free
2 pets welcome
2 Bathrooms
WiFi
Parking
Guests consistently praise Snowflake Cottage for its prime location in Windermere, comfort, and cleanliness. The property's traditional charm, spaciousness, and thoughtful touches, such as a welcome prosecco, contribute to its appeal. While some minor maintenance issues are noted, the overall experience is highly regarded, with many guests planning to return.
The majority of guests found the cottage to be very clean, with only a few mentioning minor issues such as cobwebs. The positive remarks far outweigh the negatives, indicating high standards of cleanliness.
The cottage's location is frequently highlighted as ideal, being close to local amenities and within walking distance to Windermere and Bowness. The convenience of the location is a standout feature in the reviews.
Comfort is a recurring theme, with guests finding the beds comfortable and the cottage cosy. The spaciousness and roomy bedrooms add to the overall comfort of the property.
Facilities are generally well-received, with a well-equipped kitchen and ample space. Some minor maintenance issues like leaky taps and the suggestion for a garden gate are noted, but these do not significantly detract from the overall positive feedback.
Guests appreciate the thoughtful touches, such as the welcome prosecco and the provision of a parking space. While such gifts enhance the experience, it is politely noted that they are subject to availability and not guaranteed.
This Victorian, mid-terrace house sits within walking distance from Windermere centre, including a range of shops, pubs, and bars.
Beautifully presented over three floors, Snowflake Cottage provides a heart-warming base to call home, perfect for a family of six.
Head inside and make yourself at home in the lounge, finished with Victorian features, a bay window, three sofas and a Smart TV, creating a homely ambiance for unwinding.
Step through to the dining room, where you can indulge in hearty meals prepared in the fitted, shaker-style kitchen, home to an electric double oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, dishwasher and there’s even a washing machine and tumble dryer, so you can easily pop your clothes on a wash and dry. Make your way to the first floor, home to a king-size and double room, each neutrally presented, serviced by a gleaming bathroom with bath and walk-in rainfall shower.
Up another flight of stairs brings you to the twin room, offering Velux windows, ample storage space and an en-suite bathroom, perfect for the little ones to take over.
When you’re ready to explore, within a short walk you can reach a wealth of eateries, so you can easily sample the culinary delights of this town, along with independent shops and convenience stores for grabbing any essentials. Wander over to the lake edge and catch a boat out on the water, offering a different perspective of the scene, or test your balance with some paddleboarding!
Visit the award-winning Aquarium of the Lakes, hop on board the Haverthwaite Steam Railway, or test your fear of heights at Go Ape, all of which can be found in the area. If you prefer more leisurely activities, the lakes and majestic fells offer endless possibilities for walking and cycling opportunities, plus there’s the Windermere Jetty Museum, the World of Beatrix Potter, and the charming Holehird Gardens to be discovered. Expect this and more at Snowflake Cottage.
The twin towns of Bowness and Windermere are both lively, entertaining communities surrounded by the breathtaking Lake District landscape. These towns offer a variety of services, businesses, and dining options to suit every preference, with the addition of a boat journey to Bowness, the Lakeside Aquarium, and Beatrix Potter's "Hill Top House" at Sawrey in Ambleside. The nearby Grizedale Forest Park offers a variety of activities, such as several pleasant hikes, mountain biking, and the "Go Ape" adventure park. For those who prefer an adventure-filled trip, the area also has a lot of National Trust estates and a range of water sports. The "World of Beatrix Potter" in Bowness will be fun for kids to visit, and other towns like Grasmere, Coniston Water, Kendal, Keswick, and the Lakeland Mountains are also easily accessible.
Over three floors.
Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x double, 1 x second-floor twin with en-suite bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Electric double oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher.
Dining room.
Sitting room
Gas central heating.
Smart TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Private parking for 1 car and street parking available.
EV charger available.
Courtyard.
1 well behaved small/medium dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 0.1 miles.
Note: There are steep stairs up to the second floor.
Note: This property only allows a minimum of 3 night stays
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