Guests say
Footprints Lodge in Windermere offers a comfortable stay with its cosy ambiance and well-equipped interiors. Guests appreciate the hot tub, comfortable beds, and high standard of furnishings. The location is praised for its convenience and proximity to local attractions. While some guests mention issues with cleanliness and maintenance, these are balanced by the lodge's many positive aspects and the responsiveness of the owner to any problems.
Guests have had mixed experiences with cleanliness. Some found the lodge to be clean, while others noted it could be improved, mentioning dust and the need for a more thorough clean. The decking area was also highlighted as needing attention.
The lodge's location is highly praised for being ideal for a relaxing break and convenient for exploring the Lake District, with easy access to local facilities and attractions.
The majority of guests found the lodge very comfortable, particularly highlighting the beds and the overall cosy feel of the property. However, a few guests mentioned issues with the temperature and uncomfortable sofas.
Facilities are generally well-received, with the hot tub being a standout feature. Some guests encountered issues with the Wi-Fi, heating, and plumbing, suggesting room for improvement in maintenance.
While guests have mentioned thoughtful touches like a chilled bottle of wine upon arrival, there are not enough references to consistently provided gifts to accurately score this category. It should be noted that such gestures, while appreciated, are not guaranteed.
About this property
This welcoming lodge is located within walking distance of Windermere, set in a beautiful woodland and close to a holiday park that has all the amenities you could want for a perfect holiday.
Footprints Lodge has a lovely wrap-around decked terrace, its own private hot tub and attractive high-ceilinged rooms. With an on-site children's playground and plenty of amenities available at the holiday park, it makes the ideal family holiday location.
The comfortable open plan living room and dining room is light and airy, with lovely wood ceilings and a relaxing feel. The dining area leads through to the fully-equipped kitchen. You can bring the outdoors in by opening the French doors onto the decked terrace, or relax on the comfortable sofas in front of the TV. The cosy master double bedroom has an en-suite shower room, and two twin bedrooms ensure there's plenty of room for your family. A family bathroom, with a shower over the bath, completes the upstairs.
The lodge is set in beautiful woodlands next to a peaceful brook, and the wraparound terrace has garden furniture and a patio for outside dining, with its own hot tub.
Set in White Cross Bay, hidden away on the shores of Windermere, there's plenty to do. With a holiday park on the doorstep, you can enjoy the park's restaurant and takeaway or relax in the beer garden while the kids have fun in the outdoor play area. Unwind in the heated indoor pool or the sauna (charges might apply) or, if you feel like some exercise, there's areas for tennis, football and basketball, you also have use of the marina and private boat launch (charges might apply). Windermere offers you the chance to do sailing, kayaking and other water sports, lake cruises, cycling, tree top exploring and more.
For days out, you can explore Ambleside and Bowness and their shops, cinemas and bars. There are many attractions in the region, including Wray Castle, Loughrigg Fell, the falls at Stockghyll Force and the Beatrix Potter Gallery. There are also plenty of interesting eateries to try, including the Flying Pig Pub and the Arts Bar and Grill.
Footprints Lodge really is an idyllic setting for a relaxing holiday, as well as being the perfect base for an action-packed, fun-filled family break.
White Cross Bay holiday park nestles on the shores of Lake Windermere, midway between Windermere and Ambleside, in the Lake District National Park. Consisting of approximately 400 lodges, it offers a restaurant, pub, shop, entertainment room, amusement arcade, indoor swimming pool with Jacuzzi, sauna and steam room, gym, children's staffed activity centre, marina and outdoor play areas. Lake Windermere, the largest and most popular in the area, boasts a wide range of lakeside activities from walking and cycling to rowing, horse riding, taking a trip on the steam railway, plus lake cruises from Bowness to the pretty village of Ambleside and down to Lakeside, which has a celebrated aquarium.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 1 x master double room with en-suite shower room, WC and hand basin, 2 x twin rooms.
Family bathroom with shower over bath, WC and basin.
Please bring your own towels as they are not provided.
Open plan living and dining area with French windows to decking.Dining furniture.
Gas barbecue.
Hot tub.Fully equipped kitchen with gas oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and dishwasher.
Gas central heating and electric fire.
Smart TVs in main living room and main bedroom with Netflix.
DAB / Bluetooth stereo..
Free guest Wi-Fi.
Gas and electric included in rent.
Bed linen, tea towels, toilet rolls, kitchen rolls, hand soap and dishwasher tablets included in rent.
Cot and highchair available from reception (chargeable)Private parking for 3 cars.
Decked terrace and hot tub.
Shop and launderette on site.
Note: Max 6 adults.
NO facilities to charge Electric Vehicles on site.
EV charging available at Brockhole Visitor Centre and Booths supermarket, Windermere.White Cross Bay doesn't allow stag, hen, or similar parties if all guests are under 21.
You may be asked to leave if you don't stick to the rules, and refunds for this reason cannot be offered
Nearby points of interest
- Lake Windermere
- Wastwater Lake
- Wastwater Alpaca Trekking
Reviews (25)
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Claire
It was everything we wanted and needed - warm and comfortable. The hot tub was an extra treat which was very much enjoyed after a day of hill walking! The lodge was clean and spacious. I would not hesitate to book this lodge again.
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Liz
Great British weather!) The lodge itself however was lovely and had everything we needed. It was smaller than previous lodges weâve stayed in but this didnât matter as it had a really cosy feel to it. Hot tub also a great perk. Our only criticism would be the outside area, it is completely shaded and the decking was extremely slippy (the kids slipped multiple times). In the event there was sun, it wouldn't have been on the outside area which unfortunately would prevent us from returning in the summer months. A great stay on this occasion though.
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Kerry
There is plenty of space and it is lovely and clean. The host was very helpful and rang me straight back with a query I had. The decking would have benefited from a quick sweep and being jetwashed, but it wasn't an issue, just an observation.