Guests say
Wainwright Lodge in Cumbria offers a delightful stay with its stunning views, friendly staff, and a range of amenities including a hot tub. Guests have praised the lodge's cleanliness, comfortable furnishings, and the added convenience of a well-equipped kitchen. The location is ideal for exploring the Lake District, with easy access to local attractions and walks. While some guests have encountered issues with maintenance and price increases, the overall experience remains highly positive, with many looking forward to returning.
Most guests found the lodge to be extremely clean, with particular praise for the well-kept kitchen and tidy rooms upon arrival. However, a few guests noted areas where cleaning could be improved, such as under the sofas and beds, and one instance of dog hair on the sofas.
The lodge's location is consistently lauded for its stunning views and peaceful setting. It is conveniently situated for exploring the Lake District, with easy access to Windermere, Ambleside, and Bowness, as well as local pubs and walks.
Guests have expressed high satisfaction with the comfort of the lodge, highlighting the quality of the beds and the cosiness of the living space. The hot tub is frequently mentioned as a highlight for relaxation.
The lodge is praised for its well-equipped kitchen and the luxury of a hot tub. However, there have been reports of maintenance issues such as problems with the fridge and WiFi, and a power cut, which affected some guests' stays.
While guests have appreciated gestures such as a Christmas tree and gifts, there are not enough references to consistent thoughtful touches across the reviews to provide a score. It should be noted that such gestures are not guaranteed and may vary.
About this property
Wainwright is a spacious and nicely presented lodge located in the Kirkstone area of Limefitt Park. The lodge has stunning views across the playing fields towards the surrounding fells and Troutbeck Valley. Uniquely, it sleeps up to 5 guests offering a single third bedroom. The lodge is bright and tastefully decorated offering a welcome retreat after a day hiking or sightseeing. Wainwright Lodge is much sought after being one of only a few lodges at Limefitt Park that has a hot tub. Step into the spacious open plan lounge and dining area, where you will find ample room for relaxing after a day’s exploring with two leather sofas plus a bucket chair, the dining area offers the perfect place to enjoy a home cooked meal together will seating for six people around the dining table from this room the two patio doors leading onto the large decking area where you will find you own private hot tub. In the evening retreat into your choice of one of the three bedrooms this lodge has to offer. The master bedroom is lovely and spacious with a king size bed with walk in wardrobe and en-suite shower room. The second bedroom has twin beds, above bed storage, beside drawer, dressing table and wardrobe and the added bonus of a TV. The third and final bedroom. has a single bed, fitted wardrobe and bedside drawers. Serving second and third bedroom is the house bathroom, featuring a full-size Jacuzzi bath with over bath shower.
Relish the peacefulness of Limefitt Park’s secluded location, set within the serene Troutbeck Valley with the Troutbeck mountain beck passing through the park. The park itself offers a host of facilities on-site to make your stay a breeze, with a convenience shop, a laundrette and a restaurant/bar serving delicious food, you’ll have all you need for your self-catered stay right on your doorstep. Enjoy watching your little ones have fun on the outdoor play area or have some fun in the games room for some family competition, there’s something to keep all entertained. Book an unforgettable horseback ride through the stunning Troutbeck valley with the park’s third party provider, spotting amazing wildlife and birds of prey along the way. One of the best ways to soak up the beauty of the Lakes is from a Windermere Lake Cruise, taking you along the waters of England’s largest lake to all the popular towns and villages, or head to Ullswater for the iconic Steamers on Ullswater Cruises. Discover a historic Roman fort at Ambleside, with a simple walk from the centre of the town up to the magnificent Stock Ghyll Force, and all the shops and bars and cafes to enjoy.
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
All-ground-floor.
Three bedrooms 1 x King, 1 x twin 1 x single.
Family bathroom jacuzzi bath and overhead shower, basin and WC, heated towel rail.
Open-plan living area with 2 leather sofas – seating three and two people plus a bucket chair, fully fitted kitchen, outdoor furniture and hot tub.
A slab or base is provided for a BBQ but please bring your own disposable BBQ.
Electric heating.
Gas hob and electric oven, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, Smart TV, TV in second bedroom, decking with outdoor furniture.
Hot Tub - please note, use of hot tub is between 10am and 10pm only.
WiFi provided by Limefitt Park.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent (please bring any leisure towels).
Parking for two cars.
Two pets 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.
Pub and Bar on site.
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.
Please note that the parks facilities are always subject to availability, and may be closed without notice, including over the Christmas and new year period.
For the avoidance of doubt before booking, contact Park Dean Resorts about any communal site facilities you may wish to use.
LDLH and the property owners cannot be held responsible for any site facilities that may be unavailable during your stay.
Nearby points of interest
- Hayes Garden World Ambleside
- Lake Windermere
- Lakeland Motor Museum
Reviews (56)
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Denis
But the lodge wasnât clean. Weird residue on cutlery. Cobwebs everywhere inside and especially outside the lodge. When you open a door from the outside thereâs colonies of insects living inside the door frames. WiFi never worked, TV wouldnât connect to any type of network, luckily we brought an XBOX down. Honestly if there was a little more effort on cleaning the lodge, it would of easily been 4 stars
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Tanya
The location of the site itself was perfect - set in a stunning peaceful valley with incredible views but only a 8-12 minute drive to Ambleside, Windermere & Bowness. Thereâs a great pub on site with pool table, darts board & sky sports, plus a small conveince shop at reception. Booths supermarket is only 8 mins away too. The lodge itself was everything we could have asked for - clean, spacious, comfortable & ridiculously well equipped! The kitchen is a good size & had every pan & utensil you could need - pint glasses & plastic hot tub glasses were a bonus! The hot tub was powerful without being noisy & the views of the fields were bliss (plus we enjoyed spotting the occasional sheep!) Internet & smart TV in the lounge was spot on & check in and out was seamless. We couldnât have asked for more, the owners have a gem on their hands with this one & weâre very much hoping to be booking again! 5* all round
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Danielle
Great Location for great walks. The pub on the site was fantastic great food and Entertainment. We will Definitely be booking again.