Guests say
22 Thirlmere in Windermere offers a well-equipped lodge with comfortable furnishings, including a hot tub and a location ideal for exploring the Lake District. While some guests reported cleanliness issues, the property's amenities and the responsive owners contribute to a generally positive experience.
Several guests reported cleanliness issues, including dust, cobwebs, and pet hair, which detracted from their experience. However, some found the lodge clean, indicating inconsistency in cleaning standards.
The lodge's location is highly praised for its proximity to Windermere and Ambleside, offering easy access to the lake and local attractions, making it an excellent base for exploring the Lake District.
Guests found the beds comfortable and the living space spacious and cosy. Some minor discomforts were noted, such as the size of the main bedroom bed and the condition of the hot tub.
The lodge is well-equipped with a kitchen suitable for self-catering and TVs in every room. The hot tub is a highlight, despite some maintenance issues. Wi-Fi connectivity is a concern, with reports of weak and unreliable signal.
While some guests appreciated the mid-stay offer for fresh linen and towels, there were no consistent mentions of welcome gifts or additional thoughtful touches that would warrant a score in this category.
About this property
An immaculately presented, detached lodge located on a superbly maintained holiday park on the shores of Lake Windermere in the beautiful Lake District. Well-appointed throughout to provide wonderful accommodation, this all-ground floor Windermere cottage has three bedrooms, one with an en-suite shower room, and there is also a private hot tub for guests to enjoy all year round. The open plan living area exudes quality and style, with a well-equipped kitchen, a dining area and a sitting area with flat screen TV and French doors leading to the front decked area, complete with an indulgent bubbling hot tub. The lake shore is only a few hundred yards and has a jetty where boats are moored.
There is plenty of space for picnics, lots of ducks to feed and the sunsets from this idyllic lakeside location are unspoilt and look out across the lake to the mountains beyond. The lovely village of Troutbeck Bridge is home to a convenience store and the delightful Sun Inn, ideal for when you don’t fancy cooking. Drive on to Windermere, where you can enjoy a wide variety of watersports on world-famous Lake Windermere, take in the scenery from the top of Queen Adelaide's Hill and Orrest Head, explore the popular World of Beatrix Potter Attraction, and feast on fresh seafood at Hooked.
Bowness-on-Windermere is where you'll find three Michelin-starred restaurants, perfect for the foodies in your group. In addition to the Armitt Library and Museum Centre and the stunning Stock Ghyll Force, Ambleside also features a fascinating 2nd-century Fort, or you can venture further to Grasmere, where you can wander around the former home of the great poet, William Wordsworth. Experience all of this, and then some, at 22 Thirlmere. Note: This property can be booked with Ref: 1122792, together sleeping up to 12 guests.
Accommodation
All ground floor.
Three bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 2 x twin.
Shower room with shower unit, basin and WC.
Open-plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area (seats 5) with electric fire.
Gas central heating with electric fire.
Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, shared on-site laundry facilities (coin operated), dishwasher, Modern flat screen TV with Freeview & integrated Blu-ray DVD.
Some Sky channels are available.
WiFi available on-site.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off road parking for 2 cars.
Front decked terrace with hot tub, outside garden furniture.
Shared use of facilities, including indoor heated swimming pool, sauna, Jacuzzi, play park and multi-use games area.
Two well-behaved pets welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 3 mins walk.
Note: Property entrance is accessed by 3 steps.
Note: Due to lakeside location, children should be supervised.
Note: Due to the site's rural location, WiFi signal can be intermittent.
Note: At check-in guests will be provided with a barrier pass number to use in the barrier key pad providing vehicular access to the park.
Note: Guests wishing to use the on-site leisure facilities will need to purchase a leisure pass from reception - £15 per person over the age of 2yrs for a 7 night stay, £13.50 per person over the age of 2yrs for under 7days (June, July, August) The pass is for full access to the complex centre, which includes pool, gym and entertainment (pass is not required for access to the bar and restaurant) The pass is valid for the duration of your stay- please note all prices are subject to change.
Note: This property has a refundable Good Housekeeping bond of £200; the owner will contact you for payment.
Please note: If booking with check-in or out on a Sunday, enquire with the Sykes team beforehand.
Nearby points of interest
- Lake Windermere
- Wastwater Lake
- Wastwater Alpaca Trekking
Reviews (46)
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Kerri
The lodge is well equipped and we would happily stay again
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Kay
Beds were uncomfortable. Cleaners were still there when we arrived at 4pm (check in time) we didnât get in until 4.45 so had to wait outside. Lodge smelled nice and clean but close up it was obviously rushed as under radiators, under sinks etc were dirty. They left the hoover full. There arenât many lights on the site at night so youâll need a torch there are tvâs in all bedrooms and living room but they seem old. Hot tub is a great addition but thereâs no privacy screen around it. There is WiFi on site but itâs not great. Didnât affect us but it might bother others.
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Kelly
The tv is absolutely tiny in the living room and main bedroom and it is not a smart tv either. The WiFi is terrible and kept cutting out. The main bedroom bed is a small double and the mattress was comfortable but the pillows were not. The Hoover is not great and is also quite big and hard to move around and doesnât really pick much up, could do with updating. The location itself was great right near Windermere and just a short walk down to the lakeside. The hot tub was lovely and it has nice big enclosed decking around the lodge. Overall had a nice break here and would come back but would try to find maybe a more up to date lodge. For £600 + for 5 nights Iâd expect a little more for my money from the lodge.