Guests say
Westwinds is a well-regarded cottage in Grange-Over-Sands, praised for its cleanliness, stunning views, and comfortable furnishings. The property's location offers a quiet retreat with easy access to local attractions, though the steep hill may challenge those with mobility issues. The kitchen is well-equipped, and guests appreciate the thoughtful touches like welcome snacks, although these are not guaranteed.
The majority of guests found Westwinds to be spotlessly clean, with high-quality bed linen and towels. A few isolated incidents of a doggy smell and wet towels were mentioned, but these appear to be exceptions rather than the rule.
The property boasts great views and a peaceful setting, ideal for exploring the Southern Lakes and Morecambe Bay area. However, several reviews mention the steep hill access, which may not be suitable for everyone, particularly those with mobility issues.
Guests generally found the property comfortable, with a lovely lounge, conservatory, and comfortable beds. Some concerns were raised about the suitability of the twin rooms for adults and the presence of steps, which could affect guests with mobility issues.
The property is well-equipped, especially the kitchen, and offers good Wi-Fi. However, there are comments about maintenance issues such as window cleaning, a tired kitchen, and poor shower pressure. The heating system and a broken TV were also points of contention.
While guests have mentioned welcome snacks and found the property to be well-equipped, there is not enough consistent information about thoughtful gestures such as gifts to accurately score this category. Therefore, the score is set to null.
About this property
Westwinds, a single-story cottage in Grange-Over-Sands, Cumbria, is the perfect base for a family holiday. It is located in a beautiful area with sea views, a homely decor, and a handy car port, so you can enjoy your adventures on foot or make your way around Cumbria. Step inside, the kitchen is well-equipped with essential appliances, such as an electric oven, a halogen hob, a dishwasher, and a washing machine, giving you everything you need for a self-catered stay. From here, the living/dining area is furnished with ample seating and a Smart TV for entertainment after a busy day of exploring, while the conservatory comes with more seating and provides a lovely outlook of the garden. When sleep calls, make your way to one of the three bedrooms; the master bedroom is home to a king-size and en-suite shower room, where you can freshen up before a day of activities, while the remaining two bedrooms have twin beds, making them ideal for children or friends sharing. Soak after a day of walking in the bathroom, which is furnished with a shower over the bath, and a toasty heated towel rail. Outside, dine alfresco in the garden, with a gravelled area and furniture, you can enjoy a home-cooked meal with a glass of wine and a pretty view. Head out for the day into the town centre, which is just a short walk from the property; the lovely town of Grange-over-Sands is home to beautiful gardens, a historic priory, and stunning views of Morecambe Bay. Be sure to visit Holker Hall and Gardens, the Ornamental Gardens, and Cartmel Priory while you're in town, and don't forget to hike up to Arnside Knott for one of the best views in the area! Another day will be well-spent in the delightful Kendal, the perfect destination for tourists who want to experience the best of the Lake District; with its stunning scenery, lively town centre and rich history, Kendal has something for everyone. While in Kendal, Abbot Hall is a must-see for art lovers, with its collection of paintings by local artists, Kendal Museum is perfect for those interested in the area's history, with exhibits on the Roman occupation of England and the Battle of Sedgwick, the Scout Scar Mushroom is a popular spot for nature lovers, and Lakeland Museum is a great place to learn about the area's wildlife. If you prefer to get out and about amongst nature, there is an abundance of walking and cycling trails in the Lake District National Park. Westwinds is an inviting cottage for a memorable holiday to Cumbria.
Grange-over-Sands has one of the mildest climates in northern England, nestled between the Lake District and Morecambe Bay. Grange-over-Sands was a small fishing village before the Furness Railway. The town offers a traffic-free promenade, ornamental gardens, golf courses, brass band concerts, and bird watching. Just a short drive away are Lake Windermere (8 miles), the villages of Bowness-on-Windermere and Hawkshead, which retain their charm and character, and Cartmel, the home of sticky toffee pudding, with its famous racecourse and the 4th best restaurant in the UK, L'Enclume.
Accommodation
Single-storey.
Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 2 x twin.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Kitchen.
Electric oven, halogen hob, combination microwave oven, fridge/freezer, dishwasher.
Living/dining room with gas fire.
Conservatory.
Smart TV and WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot and highchair available.
Off-road parking for 2 cars on private driveway and car port.
Garden with gravelled area, patio, and furniture.
One well-behaved dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.6 miles, pub 0.8 miles.
Note: Check-in from 4pm and check-out by 10am.
Note: Please be considerate to the residents in the neighbouring properties and keep noise to a minimum after 10pm.
Note: There are steps throughout the property, please take care.
Note: Bikes can be stored in the car port
Nearby points of interest
- Lakeland Motor Museum
- Laurel and Hardy Museum
- Lake Windermere
Reviews (31)
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Mark
Great cottage just outside Grange easy to find very big & spacious everything you need back garden a little overgrown and very dark at night and gates to drive a bit hard to open in the morning would book again no problem âº
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Lara Marie
Sitting looking out of the window was mesmerising. The property was clean and tidy and had everything needed for a holiday. The only negatives were lack of clothes hanging space in the two twin rooms and low water pressure in shower but didn't spoil the holiday and would not stop me from booking again.
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Nancy
Spectacular views.