Guests say
Chestnuts Cottage in Windermere receives high praise for its comfort, location, and facilities, with guests appreciating the en suite bathrooms, spacious rooms, and well-equipped kitchen. The property is well-maintained, though there were isolated incidents regarding cleanliness and maintenance response. Its proximity to local towns and amenities adds to its charm, making it a recommended stay for visitors to the Lake District.
Most guests found the cottage to be clean and inviting. However, there were complaints about wet towels, dust, and a lingering smell in one of the bathrooms, which suggests room for improvement in the cleaning process.
The location is highly praised for being close to Windermere and Bowness, with easy access to shops, cafes, and the beautiful Lake District landscape, making it an ideal base for exploring the area.
Guests consistently mention the comfort of the cottage, highlighting the cosy atmosphere, warm rooms, and the luxury of en suite bathrooms in every bedroom, contributing to a very comfortable stay.
The cottage is well-equipped with modern amenities, a well-stocked kitchen, and comfortable furniture. There was an issue with a door handle and TV reception, but the maintenance response was prompt for the door. The facilities generally meet guests' expectations.
While guests express gratitude and appreciation for their stay, there is no mention of gifts or special touches that would fall under the category of thoughtfulness. Therefore, this score cannot be provided.
About this property
Nestled in the prime town of Windermere in the Cumbrian countryside, is this fabulous three-bedroom dwelling, Chestnuts Cottage. Enjoying a sought-after location within the Lake District National Park and a short stroll away from Lake Windermere, whilst featuring a contemporary interior, an elevated patio, off-road parking, and well-appointed en-suite bedrooms, the cottage welcomes six guests and one well-behaved dog, perfect for a family getaway. Relish in the well-stocked kitchen/diner, where you can prepare and enjoy meals as a group, before climbing the stairs to the first-floor sitting room, cosily presented with plush sofas and a virtual flame electric fire. On sunny days, open the patio doors and relax outside on the elevated patio, bordered with mood lighting, colourful blooms and planters; you'll also find a further patio, perfect for alfresco dining, to the front of the property.
As the night unfolds, find three spacious bedrooms, all equipped with storage, TVs, and shower facilities, including a ground-floor king-size, a double, and a bunk room. Suitable to home the entire family, get ready with convenience in mind, before reaching Windermere and its array of wonderful amenities; Tilly's and Hooked are firm favourites, whilst the essentials can be purchased from a variety of local convenience stores. Within proximity to Chestnuts Cottage, enjoy a hike up to Orrest Head Viewpoint, overlooking the lake, or perhaps experience the water from a Windermere Lake Cruise, with The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction to visit on route.
Reaching Ambleside, tour the manicured grounds of Stagshaw Gardens, take in the tranquil waters of Stock Ghyll Force, or head to Brockhole on Windermere visitor centre for various outdoor activities, including archery. On your travels, stop off at Kendal Museum, covering local archaeology and natural history, and Blackwell Art Gallery, or if you'd prefer to be outdoors, plan your route up Claife Heights summit, within the national park. Enjoy Windermere with Chestnuts Cottage as a central base.
The twin towns of Bowness and Windermere are both lively, entertaining communities surrounded by the breath-taking Lake District landscape. Both towns offer a variety of services, businesses, and dining options to suit every preference, with the addition of a boat journey to Bowness, the Lakeside Aquarium, and Beatrix Potter's "Hill Top House" at Sawrey in Ambleside. The nearby Grizedale Forest Park offers a variety of activities, such as several pleasant hikes, mountain biking, and the "Go Ape" adventure park. For those who prefer an adventure-filled trip, the area also has a lot of National Trust estates and a range of water sports. The "World of Beatrix Potter" in Bowness will be fun for kids to visit, and other towns like Grasmere, Coniston Water, Kendal, Keswick, and the Lakeland Mountains are also easily accessible.
Accommodation
Highly Commended for a Four Star property.
Three bedrooms: 1 x ground-floor king-size with TV, walk-in wardrobe, and en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail, and WC, 1 x double with TV and en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail, and WC, 1 x bunk with TV and en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail, and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Utility with washer/dryer.
First-floor sitting room with virtual flame electric fire
Central heating with electric fire.
Electric oven, induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher.
Smart TV in lounge, 5 x TV, WiFi.
Please Note: Due to the geographical location, both weather and digital interference can occasionally impact Terrestrial TV channels, however all TV's are smart and streaming is unaffected.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for 2 cars.
Front patio with furniture and further elevated patio with furniture.
Integrated garage for bikes and sports equipment.
One well-behaved small-medium-sized dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.4 miles, pub 0.2 miles, Lake Windermere 1.3 miles
Nearby points of interest
- Lake Windermere
Reviews (18)
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Ross
Second time visiting chestnut cottage and loved it just as much, only problem we had was the wheelie bin was full plus 3 black bags at side when we arrived on the 29th, we put bin out on street but they would not take the extra waste so by the time we left the bin was full plus extra again
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John
The furniture and features are id the highest quality and the little touches like pictures etc are tasteful and well done. The property is in a beautiful quite location and it us easy to find, I would highly recommend this property to anyone wanting a luxury break away it's so nice we have booked again for next christmas.
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Julie
The cottage is in a fantastic location and itâs clean and has all the facilities you need for a weeks stay If any of the food staples could be there it would be good like salt, vinigar it would be beneficial I couldnât find dog bowls so bought some One for Sykes not the cottage a book again return incentive would be good Thanks