Guests say
Lake House Bowness in Windermere is praised for its excellent location and spaciousness, suitable for large groups. Guests appreciate the proximity to local amenities and the lake. While some guests have highlighted issues with cleanliness and maintenance, the property generally offers a comfortable stay with good facilities.
Several reviews mention cleanliness issues, including unclean floors, dog hair, and a stale smell upon arrival. Some guests noted that the property was not cleaned to their expectations, especially considering the current pandemic.
The property's location is consistently praised for being central, close to shops, cafes, and the lake, making it an ideal base for exploring Windermere.
Guests find the beds and bathrooms clean and comfortable. However, some reviews mention uncomfortable seating in the lounge and issues with temperature control in the bedrooms.
The property is well-equipped with cooking pots and other amenities. However, guests have reported maintenance issues such as broken furniture, a small fridge for large groups, and inadequate cleaning equipment.
There is insufficient information to assess thoughtfulness as there are no specific mentions of gifts or special touches provided by the hosts. Therefore, this score cannot be calculated.
About this property
Set in a splendid position at the heart of Bowness-on-Windermere, you will find this delightful three-storey dwelling, Lake House Windermere. Appointed with charming interiors throughout, this wonderful Windermere cottage is perfect for families or friends who wish to enjoy time together exploring this beautiful part of the Lake District. Enter into this spacious abode and discover a restful double bedroom and airy shower room located on the ground floor. Take the staircase up to the first floor and be greeted by a warm and welcoming sitting room, where you can spend many evenings snuggled up to loved whilst watching captivating movies on the impressive TV. Fling open the balcony doors and enjoy distant views of the Lake District Fells and glimpses of Lake Windermere, or cross on over to the kitchen/diner and rustle up a hearty home-cooked meal before heading outside to the patio to catch the last of the summer sun, as you indulge in a refreshing glass of wine and chat amongst friends. Back inside, three further bedrooms comprising a king-size and two twins sit peacefully on the second floor and are served by a light and airy bathroom resting just across the way. Make the most of your time in the Lake District with days spent exploring the encompassing landscapes with breath-taking hikes through the fells, or tours of all the finest local attractions. Wander to the centre of Bowness-on-Windermere and discover an abundance of quirky stores, charming pubs and well-established restaurants, as well as a bustling marina and the popular World of Beatrix Potter Attraction. Take to the waters with a tranquil lake cruise, or cross on over to the West Shore to see Claife Viewing Station, or embark on a scenic stroll to the National Trust owned Low Wray Castle and Latterbarrow. Spot the cascading waters of Stock Ghyll Force over in Ambleside, or step back in time at the historic remains of Ambleside Roman Fort. Explore Rydal Cave and Stagshaw Garden, or visit the nearby town of Kendal, home to the imposing remains of Kendal Castle, the Quaker Tapestry Museum and the beautiful Serpentine Woods. Stop by Scout Scar Mushroom, or admire spectacular views of the countryside from the top of Brant Fell. Discover the very best of the Lake District on an adventure at Lake House Bowness.
Set on the banks of the splendid Lake Windermere, you will find the bustling town of Bowness-on-Windermere. Providing a range of amenities, shops, and restaurants to suit all tastes, visitors have everything they could possibly need right on their doorstep. Head to the nearby town of Ambleside where you can enjoy scenic boat rides and exciting outdoor expeditions, or spend the day in the town of Kendal and learn of the rich local history!
Accommodation
Over three floors.
Four bedrooms: 1 x second-floor king-size with TV, 1 x ground-floor double, 2 x second-floor twins.
Second-floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Ground-floor shower room with shower, basin and WC.
First-floor kitchen/diner with balcony.
First-floor sitting room with balcony.
Garage/utility
Gas central heating.
Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot and highchair available on request.
Off-road parking for two cars.
Lockable bike storage.
Front patio with outdoor furniture.
2 well behaved dogs welcome.
Shop 0.4 miles, pub 0.3 miles.
Note: Check in is 4pm
Nearby points of interest
- Lake Windermere
- Hayes Garden World Ambleside
- Lakeland Motor Museum
- Laurel and Hardy Museum
Reviews (25)
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Julie
I contacted sykes and this was eventually rectified as the cleaners were called back out. (Special mention to sam in customer service he was excellent and kept me fully informed throughout the process) This was put down to miscommunication as the cleaners were not aware the property needed cleaning. I can fully accept that these kind of errors happen in all industries and were it an isolated incident I wouldn't even mention it. However we stayed at the same property 18 months ago and when we arrived at 4pm we had to sit outside in the cars for a good hour as the cleaners had only just turned up. I did mention this in my review at the time but it does seem that no improvements have been made. The actual standards of cleanliness in the apartment also leave a lot to be desired and I don't think a full deep clean has been carried out for some time. We are in no way fussy as we have a dog with us and we accept that in dog friendly properties the standards might not always be as high. Having said all that the property is very comfortable and spacious and is in a great location. However I definitely would not choose to book this property again as having the same issue twice in the space of 18 months isn't just down to bad luck.
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Maureen
House is ideally situated. Chairs in lounge need replaced.Sink in upstairs bathroom is very slow to drain.Headboard in downstairs bedroom needs replaced or fixed.Feel the owners are being ripped off with cleaning , dust on skirtings and round top of lampshades.These are just little things but when your paying a lot of money they do matter.We were out most of the time.
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Jacqueline
When we arrived the place smelt stale and airless so opened all windows Main bathroom sink was blocked and full of someone else`s facial hair - after a shave so had to buy unblocker which worked Number of bulbs missing from ceiling lights and lamps not there or did nt work dirty plates not necessarily owner fault but not nice to find window blind in bottom bedroom was bent out of shape bottom bathroom door skin was coming away so could not shut the door for privacy bottom shower door did nt shut right shower itself was poor bottom of kitchen unit skirting board was missing which was nt nice top shower screen leaked all over floor garage sink nearly ran over after using washer as it too was blocked from previous usage