Guests say
North Dean is a spacious and well-equipped cottage in Windermere, ideal for families and groups. Guests consistently praise the stunning lake views, comfortable bedrooms, and excellent leisure facilities including a pool, hot tub, and games room. The kitchen is very well stocked, and the property is perfect for both relaxation and exploring the Lake District. While some minor maintenance and cleanliness issues are occasionally noted, the overall experience is highly positive, with many guests eager to return.
Most guests found the property clean and tidy, especially the pool and outdoor areas. However, a few reviews mention missed items by cleaners, such as wrappers and cobwebs, indicating occasional lapses.
The location receives high praise for its proximity to Windermere and Bowness, peaceful setting, and outstanding lake views, making it a standout feature for guests.
Guests highlight the comfortable beds, spacious layout, and relaxing living areas. Some mention uneven heating, but overall comfort is rated very highly.
The pool, hot tub, games room, and well-equipped kitchen are frequently praised. Minor issues with appliances and maintenance are noted but do not detract significantly from the overall experience.
Guests appreciated thoughtful touches such as Christmas decorations and welcome packs, as well as unexpected essentials. Please note that such gifts or extras are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
With a private indoor swimming pool and hot tub, this luxury property provides the perfect retreat for a family gathering or friends to get together..
Ground Floor:
Utility Room: Washing Machine
Games Room: Pool Table, Table Football
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Bidet, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Zip And Link 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Ensuite: Bath With Shower Over, Bidet, Toilet
Bedroom 3: Bunk (3ft) Beds, Doors Leading To Swimming Pool
First Floor:
Living room: 60" Smart TV, Sound System, Xbox 360, Woodburner, Patio Doors Leading To Balcony
Dining room.
Kitchen: Breakfast Area, Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, 2 x Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher
Bedroom 4: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Ensuite: Slipper Bath, Cubicle Shower, Bidet, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Bedroom 5: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Ensuite: Bath, No Toilet
Separate Toilet..
Gas central heating (underfloor in kitchen and swimming pool area), gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Logs for wood burner available locally. Travel cot and highchair. Welcome pack. . Landscaped lawned garden with seating areas, patio and garden furniture. Balcony. Indoor heated swimming pool (private, 8m x 4.8m, depth 1.1m - 1.8m) with shower facilities. Hot tub for 6 (private). Private parking for 5 cars. No smoking. Please note: Sorry, no hen or stag parties. Access to the lower garden level is via 6 steps.. This distinctive, detached luxury property is the perfect venue for a special family get together, and is certain to offer guests a stay to remember. Sitting in an elevated spot in an exclusive residential area, North Dean commands fabulous lake views from most main living areas, as well as from some bedrooms. Picture windows take full advantage of these, and the extensive terrace areas and south facing viewing balcony off the living room offer the opportunity to enjoy every aspect of this incredible view. North Dean also has its own heated indoor swimming pool (with a comfortable temperature set between 24°c and 26°c) with changing facilities and a poolside seating area, as well as a hot tub which is housed near the covered outdoor seating area. Please be aware that pool towels are not provided. Whatever the weather, guests will be able to take full advantage of the facilities on offer. For additional entertainment, the games room has a slate bed pool table and table football. The well-proportioned and elegant accommodation includes a spacious living room, the perfect space for family gatherings to share special times; the large dining table is positioned by the full-height picture window so that you can admire the spectacular views across the lake towards Ambleside whilst eating. Bedrooms are beautifully appointed, and the master bedroom enjoys spectacular lake views. Attached to the owners holiday annexe which they occasionally use, North Dean lies just a short drive away from the much-loved lakeside village of Bowness-on-Windermere. Bowness offers a tempting mix of shops, cafés and restaurants, and is home to the popular World of Beatrix Potter Attraction which celebrates the work of this popular children’s writer. Steamers will take you along the lake while the car ferry crosses over to the western areas of Coniston and Grizedale. Shop 2½ miles, pub and restaurant 2½ miles.
Free WiFi
Please remember to bring your own pool towels.
Bedroom 5 is located next to the indoor pool. Please note internal door is locked by a slide bolt at the top of the access door.
For 7 days bookings the hot tub will need to be checked on a Monday morning around 9am and maybe out of action for upto 2 hours depending on what cleaning is required.
Please note the temperature of the Swimming Pool is between 24 - 26 Degrees.
There are steps within the property.
Due to cleaning and maintenance, hot tubs may not be up to temperature on the first night of your stay.
Families or couples only.
Holidaymakers only.
One or more beds can be linked to form double or twin beds (please advise the owner of your preference soon after booking).
No stag, hen or other party bookings allowed.
Nearby points of interest
- Lake Windermere
Reviews (18)
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Ryan Gibson
Absolutely fantastic and the best house we've rented in all the years we've been doing these trips! Abit of advice turn the pool heating up abit but once your in it’s not that bad but turn it up a notch! Apart from that the house was flawless and we will be returning next year
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Confirmed Guest
We recently stayed at North Dean near Bowness-on-Windermere as a group of friends and, while we still managed to have a lovely time together, we were very disappointed overall — especially given this property is advertised as “luxury”. Unfortunately, it is far from luxury and is, in reality, a very tired and run-down property with exceptional views and an indoor pool being its main selling points.On arrival, we were greeted with a welcome hamper containing tea bags, coffee, sugar and individual jams, but no milk to actually make a cup of tea. Small details like this really summed up the experience — lots of effort towards presentation, but lacking practical thought and attention to detail.The games facilities advertised were also incomplete. The pool table had no tips on the cues and there were no balls for the table football. We ended up buying our own cue tips and left them behind for future guests. The washing machine door handle was broken, something that had apparently already been mentioned in reviews over four months prior to our stay, yet it still hadn’t been fixed.The house itself is extremely tired throughout. Bedding and pillowcases didn’t match in some rooms, furniture and fittings were damaged or worn, curtains and carpets were stained, and there were multiple maintenance issues everywhere you looked. The decking outside was also very weathered and slippery in places.Most concerningly, when looking for a lost pen under the lounge sofa, we found what appeared to be mice droppings. This really highlighted the lack of thorough cleaning and general upkeep. The cleaners need to be reporting issues properly as they arise because many of the problems were obvious and longstanding.To be fair, we did report the issues and the management company did send contractors out promptly. Unfortunately, most items couldn’t actually be repaired because they clearly needed replacing altogether. We were offered relocation, but with only three nights remaining of our seven-night stay, after travelling a considerable distance, and with no comparable properties available with a pool, we chose to remain.The frustrating part is that this property has huge potential. The views across the lakes and surrounding peaks are absolutely stunning, and the indoor pool was a real highlight for the group. If the owners invested properly in renovating and upgrading the house, it genuinely could become the luxury accommodation it claims to be — and we would absolutely return.At present though, I would describe this as very basic accommodation in an incredible location, rather than luxury. If you’re happy overlooking tired interiors and maintenance issues in exchange for the scenery and pool, you may still enjoy your stay. Just don’t arrive expecting the standard the listing suggests.
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Susan Milnes
Fabulous location with absolutely stunning views across the lake….couldn’t beat that at all! House itself was a great size and very comfortable. Needs a bit of TLC though to make it 5 star. Disappointed with the standard of cleanliness…..a clearly visible empty chocolate wrapper under the bed in the master suite and also a half empty bottle of child’s juice down the side of the bedside table just to start with. Cleaners need to pay more attention.Pool area was fantastic, great changing room facilities and a steaming hot hot tub to end your day in.