Guests say
Silver Birches in Windermere receives high praise for its cleanliness, spaciousness, and well-equipped facilities, including a hot tub and summerhouse. Its proximity to the town centre and local attractions is appreciated by guests. The property offers a comfortable stay with thoughtful touches like a welcome Prosecco and biscuits, although these are not guaranteed for every stay.
The majority of guests commend the property for its spotless condition. One review mentions dissatisfaction with cleanliness, but this appears to be an isolated incident in the context of otherwise glowing reports.
The property's location is consistently praised for being within walking distance to Windermere centre and other attractions, offering both convenience and a quiet setting.
Guests find the property comfortable, with spacious rooms and quality furnishings. Some guests expressed a preference for firmer sofas and lighter duvets, but overall satisfaction with comfort is high.
Facilities are generally well-received, with a well-equipped kitchen and utility room. However, some guests noted difficulty with TV remotes and a desire for more comprehensive instructions for appliances.
Several reviews mention thoughtful gestures such as welcome gifts and provisions for the hot tub. While these are warmly appreciated, it is noted that such extras are subject to the owners' discretion and may not be present for all stays.
About this property
Silver Birches is a well presented modern bungalow just a short stroll from the centre of Windermere. Property features include; three smart bedrooms, a lovely garden with a summer house and a hot tub - it sleeps up to six guests and so makes for a great choice for a small group of friends, a family or a combination of both.
Set over the ground floor, Silver Birches the accommodation includes a large lounge / dining area and a smart kitchen. When it comes to bedrooms, there are three, one with a luxury en suite, there’s also a shower room and a family bathroom. The largest bedroom, The Garden Room, can be used as a super king or twin bedded room giving Silver Birches greater flexibility. Perfectly located on the outskirts of Windermere Village and so close to shops, some great bars and restaurants - just a few minutes walk from the property. Easy access to central Lake District makes it the ideal base for walking adventures, as well as mountain biking, climbing, sailing or canoeing and an array of cultural attractions.
The twin towns of Bowness and Windermere are both vibrant, fun-filled places set within the splendid scenery of the Lake District. Both towns provide a range of amenities, shops and restaurants to suit all tastes whilst Ambleside offers the additional attraction of a boat ride to Bowness, the Lakeside Aquarium and Beatrix Potter's 'Hill Top House' at Sawrey. Grizedale Forest Park is within easy driving distance and is home to a range of activities including many good walks, mountain biking and the 'Go Ape' adventure park. The region also boasts many National Trust properties as well as a variety of water sports for those who prefer a more adrenaline-fuelled trip. Children will enjoy a trip to the 'World of Beatrix Potter' in Bowness whilst the villages of Grasmere, Coniston Water, Kendal, Keswick and the Lakeland Mountains are all within easy reach.
Accommodation
Highly Commended Four-Star Property.
Over 1 floor.
3 x bedrooms; 1 x super king with ensuite, 1 x king size, 1 x super king size or twin (specify when booking).
Family bathroom.
Lounge and family dining room.
Fitted Kitchen.
Utility room.
Cloakroom with 3rd WC.
Furnished patio.
Summer house.
Hot tub.
Private parking for 2 cars.
Detached Lakeland House.
Smart TV (Ultra HD).
Bluetooth Soundbar.
Living flame gas fire.
5 Ring gas hob and double electric Oven.
American style larder fridge/freezer.
Dishwasher.
Microwave.
Tassimo coffee machine.
Washing Machine & Tumble Dryer.
Beautiful prize-winning garden.
Private drive with parking for 2 cars.
Garage for secure storage of mountain bikes.
Cot & highchair provided.
Gas Central Heating.
Wi-Fi.
Walks from the door.
Two pet dogs welcome.
Bed linen and towels provided.
Nearby points of interest
- Lake Windermere
- Hayes Garden World Ambleside
- Lakeland Motor Museum
- Laurel and Hardy Museum
Reviews (55)
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Judith
Hot tub a definite bonus - on arrival property was extremely clean with everything you may need at your fingertips. Lovely large bedrooms ideal for 2 families. Would highly recommend booking your stay here. We will certainly return.
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Gabrielle
Everything you could want and more! Bedrooms were great, beds comfy, space to unpack and everyone had peaceful sleep after long days walking and outdoors. Kitchen was well stocked and catered for our children as well, we appreciated the bottle of Prosecco as a welcome gift after a gruelling motorway journey to the property! Hot tub was an added luxury that was enjoyed, and the provided robes made the quick dash to the warmth of the house that bit more manageable (it was October half term after all!). Hosts were contactable if necessary and we will definitely look at booking again.
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Dawn
It was well maintained, was as described and everything worked well, showers, heating, hot tub, we had no issues whatsoever. The smaller details surpassed our expectations as it is literally a home from home, there is an abundance of crockery, pans, baking equipment, literally everything you could wish for, there was handwash in each bathroom and toilet, shower gel available, washing up liquid, dishwasher tablets, dish cloths, tea towels, bin liners. A fantastic utility room with 2 washing machines and a drier, an air fryer, DAB radio, the list goes on. The bottle of Prosecco and pint of milk was a lovely gesture after a 3.5 hour drive :-) Location is pretty perfect, a short walk into Windermere with a lovely amount of shops and a handful of restaurants, Bowness on Windermere is a short drive, as is Ambleside. We did leave a few items at the property on the day of departure and the owner called me to arrange the return which was hugely appreciated. I would stay here again in a heartbeat.