Guests say
Upper Sheriff's Place in Windermere is a well-loved holiday rental with guests praising its comfortable furnishings, high-quality fixtures, and excellent location. The property's thoughtful touches, such as welcome hampers and dog treats, have been appreciated, though some guests noted areas for improvement in cleanliness and maintenance.
While many guests found the property to be clean and well-kept, there were several mentions of cleanliness issues such as dust, dog hairs, and uncleaned areas. These appear to be occasional lapses rather than the norm.
The location is consistently lauded for being ideal, with easy access to local attractions, restaurants, and shops in both Windermere and Bowness. The convenience of a bus stop outside and the property's proximity to amenities contribute to its high rating.
Guests have expressed satisfaction with the comfort of the beds and sofas, and the overall spaciousness of the property. However, some guests mentioned that the top bedrooms can become very hot, suggesting room for improvement in temperature control.
The property is praised for being well-equipped and beautifully decorated, with the addition of a games room being a highlight. Some minor issues were raised regarding maintenance, such as the need for a grill pan rack and the independent heating of the games room.
The thoughtful gestures like welcome hampers and dog gifts have been well-received by guests, adding a personal touch to their stay. It should be noted that such gifts, while appreciated, are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Nestled between the twin towns of Bowness and Windermere, Cumbria, lies this impressive two-storey apartment, Upper Sheriff's Place. Set over the first and second floors and sleeping up to six guests, Upper Sheriff's Place is a delightfully tasteful dwelling, ideal for a get together of friends and family alike, looking to discover the sights and attractions of the Lake District. Enter into the property and be welcomed by the handy porch and hallway space, featuring an inviting, light and airy décor, and ideal for storing muddy boots after a day venturing out to explore one of the many walking routes on your doorstep. Continue up a small set of stairs to the half landing, home to the first of three bedrooms - a spacious king-size with it's own Smart TV - offering a solace retreat from the main area of the house, as well as a modern en-suite shower room. Travel up another set of stairs and be charmed by the stylish open-plan living space, retaining traditional character through the large bay windows and exposed stone feature wall surrounding the woodburning stove, complemented by the contemporary furnishings that help create a refreshing yet homely ambiance. Enjoy a view over the town and the surrounding greenery as you cater for the group in the well-appointed fitted kitchen, boasting all of the appliances you could need to prepare hearty delights, including a wine cooler to chill a bottle of fizz before toasting to a wonderful holiday. Gather the gang around the wooden dining table, with generous seating for six across the banquette seating and plush chairs or choose to sink into the sofas in the sitting area where you can enjoy a movie night together, or head to the games room for a friendly game of pool or darts. At the end of another fun-filled day, retire to one of the two well-presented and brightly-decorated bedrooms located on the upper floor, where you have the choice of the spacious master bedroom featuring a super-king-size or the king-size room, elegantly decorated with a plush velvet headboard stretching across the length of the room, both with a zip/link feature, providing a flexible sleeping arrangement. Servicing the two bedrooms is the striking family bathroom, housing a spacious walk-in shower featuring a marvelous monsoon shower head, as well as a sleek bathtub, offering the choice of quickly washing away the day or enjoying a rejuvenating soak, selecting the suitable ambiance with mood lighting. The exterior boasts a decked area with garden furniture where you can enjoy a steaming mug of coffee as you prepare for the day ahead. Parking is made easy with a sought-after off-road parking space, meaning you can come and go as you please without a worry. Bring your friends and family to Upper Sheriff's Place for a memorable break to the Lake District. Note: This property can be booked with Ref: 1075199, together sleeping 8 people.
The twin towns of Bowness and Windermere offer something for everyone, with Windermere being home to the largest natural lake in England and offering boat trips for a solace retreat on the water as well as canoeing and kayaking for the thrill-seekers. Bowness offers a range of amenities, including shops, bars and restaurants to suit all tastes as well as fun-filled attractions including The World of Beatrix Potter and Cook House Gallery.
Accommodation
Duplex apartment.
Three bedrooms: 1 x second-floor twin room (Zip/ link, can be King on request) with Smart TV, 1 x Super king-size with Smart TV, with master bathroom on the same floor, 1 x second-floor king-size with Smart TV and en-suite shower, basin and WC.
Second-floor bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, double basin and WC.
First-floor open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove.
External games room pool table and darts.
Gas central heating with woodburning stove.
Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, 5 x Smart TVs, WiFi.
Fuel & power inc in rent.
Starter pack for woodburning stove not provided.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for one car.
Decked area with furniture.
Two small dogs welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.5 miles, pub 0.2 miles
Nearby points of interest
- Lake Windermere
- Hayes Garden World Ambleside
- Lakeland Motor Museum
- Laurel and Hardy Museum
Reviews (40)
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Julie
The bed was very comfy and the shower always hot. The living space is a great space to chill out and the kitchen has all you need for making meals. We used the games room on a number of occasions which we really enjoyed.
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Andy
Great location and very well presented.
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Glenn
Will definitely book again.