Guests say
Guests generally appreciate the Owls Nook Lodge for its great location in Cumbria & The Lake District, with proximity to Lake Windermere and local attractions. The hot tub is a highlight, offering relaxation after exploring the area. The lodge provides a cosy atmosphere and is equipped with necessary amenities, though some guests suggest it could benefit from refurbishment and better cleanliness in certain aspects.
While many guests found the lodge spotless, there were concerns about specific cleanliness issues such as an unclean toilet and dusty areas. The presence of cobwebs and a reported smell suggest room for improvement in cleaning standards.
The lodge's location is highly praised for its proximity to Lake Windermere and the surrounding towns and villages. Guests enjoyed the beautiful walks and the convenience of nearby attractions, making it an ideal spot for a holiday.
Guests found the beds a bit hard and the sofa uncomfortable, indicating some concerns about the overall comfort. However, the lodge was also described as cosy and peaceful, with a spacious feel that many enjoyed.
The hot tub is a standout facility, with many guests mentioning it positively. However, there are reports of maintenance issues such as non-working lights and a problematic door lock. The on-site restaurant and bar, as well as the swimming area, add value to the facilities offered.
There is no mention of gifts or special thoughtful touches provided by the hosts in the reviews, so it is not possible to assess this category. Therefore, the score is set to null.
About this property
Resting in the Langdale area of White Cross Bay is this delightful, three-bedroom lodge, Owls Nook Lodge. Presented to a lovely standard, this inviting abode offers a snug spot to return after your fun-filled days of exploring the Lake District. Discover the open-plan living space, complete with a sumptuous corner leather sofa to lounge on, complemented by an electric fire and a Smart TV, so you’ll no have trouble relaxing here. Allow the chef of the group to get acquainted in the kitchen, boasting an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and even a dishwasher, so you won’t have to lift a finger when it comes to washing up! Serve up home-cooked meals at the dining table before popping open a bottle of wine and toasting to a long-awaited family getaway! As the evening comes to a close, retire to either of the three bedrooms, all of which offer fitted storage, plush furnishings and Smart TVs. There are two doubles followed by a bunk bedroom for children, serviced by a modern shower room with sleek fixtures and fittings. Continuing to impress, to the exterior is a spacious decking with private hot tub, ideal for enjoying a few glasses of prosecco under the stars, while there is also secure bike storage for those keen cyclists. On-site you are spoilt for things to do; take a splash in the pool, reward yourself with a meal in the restaurant and enjoy some entertainment at the bar. Just 500 yards up the road is Brockhole Lake District Visitor Centre home to its gardens, house, café, restaurant, walks, boats and adventure playground and Tree Top Trek, offering something for the whole family! Venture into Windermere village, just two miles away, where you can find a wealth of shops, cafés and pubs to sample, or head into Bowness for award-winning restaurants and magnificent attractions including the World of Beatrix Potter, sure to be hit with literacy lovers! The area is a haven for walkers, cyclists and adventurers alike, boasting a myriad of routes around Lake Windermere and through woodlands such as Grizedale Forest, as well as watersporting opportunities for the more active. Enjoy the attractions of the Lakelands during a stay at Owls Nook Lodge.
The bustling town of Windermere is nesetled within the ever-popular Lake District National Park and is a treasured destination amongst tourists year round. The town offers numerous shops, pubs and restaurants to suit all tastes, while being within east reach of the Bowness and Ambleside. Attractions in the area include the Lakeside Aquarium and Beatrix Potter's 'Hill Top House' at Sawrey, while walkers, cyclists and adventurers will enjoy an abundance of public paths and watersports at the magnificent Windermere Lake, the largest lake in England.
Accommodation
Single storey.
Three bedrooms: 2 x double with Smart TV, 1 x children’s bunk with Smart TV.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining and sitting area with electric fire
Gas central heating with electric fire.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, 4 x Smart TV, DVD player, selection of books and games, WiFi.
Hot Tub - to be used between 10am and 10pm only.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for two cars.
Decking with furniture and hot tub.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome.
Please note that the charging of electric vehicles is not permitted at this lodge, the nearest charging point can be found at Booths Supermarket in Windermere.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 1.1 miles, pub 2.4 miles.
Note: WiFi may be weak with high usage, please only use for page browsing and sending emails.
Note: A maximum of 6 adults can stay at one time and a maximum of 3 children can stay at any one time (with 4 adults).
Access to the local leisure facilities is complimentary and can be withdrawn at any time without financial penalty, we as the letting agent or the property owner cannot be held responsible for this provision in service, as it’s subject to third-party provider located off site.
Nearby points of interest
- Lake Windermere
- Hayes Garden World Ambleside
- Lakeland Motor Museum
Reviews (79)
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Marcia
The waste system was smelling the whole lodge out to the point we were going to reception to use the bathroom. The outside seating are was full of leaves that you could tell had not been moved for sometime. There wasnât enough crockery or seating for 7 people inside or outside. The sofa was so uncomfortable and not even the one on the advertisement. There was no information on arrival at the lodge and the contact numbers given did not work. When complaining I was unable to get through to anyone and the resort they were not able to help due to the lodge being private. I would not stay here again.
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Paul
Ideal for families or small group of friends. We were family of 5 (all adults) at a cost of around £1000 for 7 days, brilliant value. Oh and our springer loved it too...
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Kate
, 1. the âlodgeâ is opposite a Dilapidated lodge , making the view on the âpatioâ unsightly. 2. the hot tub area is at the back of the lodge near the bins and surrounded by bushes with lots of debris in plain sight, old mop, bottles , cans, old wooden door , horrible smells, flys and potentially rodents as my dog would not settle and there was movement in bushes. 3. the toilet when flushed makes the most horrendous sound which went on for 35 seconds each time, maintenance were unable to fix during our stay 4. the sofa has collapsed and is not fit for purpose, maintenance could obviously not resolve this issue 5. the outside of the property is unnecessarily dirty, needs a good jet wash and the wooden railings have not seen paint on years , even the small touches like hanging basket were full of weeds 6. there is an unclean smell which has been disguised by sickly plug inns. 7. the front door sticks, and there areas of damage in the lodge that should be addressed , I.e broken furniture that could easily be repaired. 8. there are not two decent parking spaces as advertised, if you take two cars you have to strategically park them very close together. Ok, so my experience, we stayed here for two days to celebrate a 70th birthday , we arrived on a Monday to a stone cold hot tub so I called Sykes. The engineer arrived and said the hot tub was too full ( nothing to do with us) and should have been turned on hours ago, he appeared to be blaming his colleague for this. So despite us only arriving at 4pm as this was the check in time we were told the tot tub would take 5-6 hours to heat, needless to say we never got chance to use the hot tub on day one so we were super disappointed as we were only there for 2 days. Plan B was to sit on the patio, however the view of the dilapidated lodge was so unsightly I might as well have taken my 70 year old mum to sit on the car park of the local tip. Plan C was to move inside however the sofa does not seat 6 so then you have to move wooden uncomfortable dining chairs into the living g area, and those sitting on the sofa are equally uncomfortable as the sofa has completely collapsed. Each time someone goes the loo and flushes you get 35 seconds of what sounds like a plane about to take off! This is very disturbing especially through the night. In The first 24 hours I had maintenance in to â¦. 1. fix the gate as the bolt fell off due to rot and I didnât want dog to escape 2. To sort the freezing cold hot tub out but the outcome to this was to wait 5-6 hours! 3. To change a flickering light bulb in the lounge above the tv. 4. To look at the collapsed and very uncomfortable sofa 5. To try and fix the horrendous sound coming from under the sink which they could not. Needless to say I had the worst time , hated every minute ,so much so I packed up on night two and left the property at 7am on the Wednesday morning grateful Iâm going to get home , canât believe they are charging £800 for two nights For this less than adequate holiday âlodgeâ and my poor mums birthday a disaster.