Guests say
Nutkins is a well-regarded apartment in Windermere, praised for its superb location and cosy atmosphere. Guests appreciate the free parking permit and the property's proximity to local amenities. While some guests mention issues with cleanliness and noise, the majority find Nutkins to be a comfortable and convenient base for exploring the Lake District.
Cleanliness received mixed reviews. Some guests found the apartment to be clean and tidy, while others reported it not being up to standard, with specific mentions of dirty floors and kitchen utensils. The variance in feedback suggests room for improvement.
The location is highly praised for being central and convenient, with easy access to shops, restaurants, and the lake. The provision of a parking permit is frequently mentioned as a significant benefit.
Most guests found the apartment comfortable, with a particularly comfortable mattress and cosy living space. However, some noted issues with squeaky floors and noise from neighbours, which slightly impacted the comfort level.
Facilities are generally well-received, with mentions of a well-equipped kitchen and comfortable furnishings. Maintenance issues such as a non-working boiler and electricity problems were promptly resolved, but some guests noted the need for better heating control and minor repairs.
There is insufficient information regarding any thoughtful touches or gifts provided by the host, as no reviews mention these aspects. Therefore, a score cannot be given in this category.
About this property
A cosy first floor apartment situated in the heart of Bowness, a desirable location with something to suit every taste. Perfect for a romantic getaway, this retreat offers a comfortable base for two, whether you plan on simply relaxing, or exploring the Lake District National Park. Enter the cottage into the sitting room and dining area offering a comfortable L-shape sofa where you can relax in front of the fire and enjoy the views of the town from the large bay window, along with distant views over the fells which become visible on a clear day. The compact, yet well-equipped kitchen offers everything you need during your stay.
For a peaceful end to the day, relax in the double bedroom, a snug place to read a good book or reminisce over your afternoon. Two steps take you up to a cosy en-suite, complete with a bath and an overhead shower. A cloakroom completes the accommodation. The village of Bowness-on-Windermere boasts a collection of nearby attractions, amenities, shops and restaurants promising to keep you entertained. A variety of boat trips and boat hire are available from Windermere Lake Cruises in Bowness to Brockhole, whilst Ambleside and Lakeside are only a short drive away. There are also a variety of watersports on offer for the more energetic at marine centres along the lake, with the entire area being ideal for exploring all that this region has to offer.
Nutkins is a wonderful base for a holiday in the Lake District.
Accommodation
All first floor.
One double bedroom with a single futon with en-suite bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Lounge/diner with electric fire and pull-out double sofa bed.
Gas central heating with electric fire.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, TV with Freeview, WiFi, selection of books, games.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Permit parking nearby, permit provided.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 1 mins and pub 2 mins walk.
Note: Property entrance is shared with one other apartment.
Please Note: This property now only sleeps 2
Nearby points of interest
- Lake Windermere
Reviews (38)
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Rebecca
The host was extremely helpful and welcoming. Communication was excellent. Would highly recommend.
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Tulsa
Unfortunately, our second stay was equally as problematic. The biggest issue was cleanliness, the problem being the place had not been cleaned besides some loo cleaner put down the toilet. I bought my own bedding in case the bed hadn't been changed (like the first time) and I'm so glad I did because the bed hadn't been changed, or if it had then the laundry services need reviewing. The sheets, didn't smell clean, feel clean or look clean, there were hairs (short and curlys) marks and stains.So after an 8 hour journey we changed the sheets, problem solved but not the nicest thing to deal with. Changing the bed takes a few minutes so I would expect it to be done before we arrived. The floor had no been hoovered or cleaned, there were clumps of dirt and hair on the rugs and crumbs and hair over the floor. My socks were filthy by the end of the week from walking on the floor. Anyway, we hoovered and cleaned the best we could but the hoover was very lackluster. The living room bin had been changed but there was an empty vape liquid container, no big deal but as we entered the apartment there was a smell of leftover food mixed with something and I'm guessing someone had been vaping in there prior to our arrival. A quick note on the smells, and this is not the property owners fault but just to bear in mind if booking this place - we smelt cigarette smoke and marijuana pretty much the whole time we were there and further odd smells, especially in the bedroom and the bathroom leading off from the bedroom which could have been from the alley outside. The bathrooms has not been cleaned besides some loo cleaner poured down them as they were bright blue. there were hairs in the sink, hairs on the floor and in the bath, the walls were dirty as were the skirting boards etc. It all just needed a deep clean. The kettle lid is broken which isn't the end of the world but on top of the cleanliness issues, it's all just rather shabby. The parking permit fee needs to be optional as we don't drive and it would be nice to save a bit of money by not having the permit. That's just a bit of feedback in general. The location of this apartment is brilliant, however. A bus stop right outside and waking distance to the lake and the station. This is why we stayed again. Also being able to have a bath after climbing mountains is lovely. All in all if the cleanliness issues are sorted and the place is actually properly cleaned with some touch ups to the facilities then this apartment would be amazing. It's just such a shame both our stays were not up to the standard that we assumed this place had. We'd love to stay again due to the location but we can't take another chance on the cleanliness.
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Scott
We really enjoyed our stay in nutkins clean and comfortable very well situated everything within walking distance We would love to return in the future