Log Cabins to RentHome to the Lake District, Cumbria is a great holiday destination. With opportunities for mountain biking, hill walking, windsurfing, Kayaking even gorge walking, there's lots to keep you active. For something more sedate how about a cruise on Windermere? Or exploring the world of Beautrix Potter?
Windermere, Cumbria, Cumbria, North of England
From £1253
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This beautiful 2 Bedroom Holiday Lodge is in the perfect location right on the waters edge. This superbly equipped and beautifully presented boutique lodge offers stunning 2 bedrooms to sleep 4 people. Stunning open plan living area with with wall mounted TV And direct WiFi to lodge And Sky Tv Fully equipped kitchen with built in fridge freezer, oven and microwave integrated washer and dryer. There is a central island with built in wine cooler. There,s a south facing outside seating area perfect for you relaxation. This beautiful holiday lodge is perfect for a weekend or week treat or a family get together. The property is located on the popular resort of White Cross Bay, Holiday Park.
Located in Windermere, this lodge is on the waterfront. Ambleside Pier and Orrest Head are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Lake District National Park and Lake Windermere. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Ambleside Climbing Wall or Parkside Road. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and water skiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain biking and hiking.
Bowness-on-Solway, Cumbria, North of England
From £952
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The village of Bowness on Solway is best known for being located at the start (or end) of Hadrian's Wall in an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Located on the shores of the Solway Coast in the Moricambe Bay the area is a haven for the local bird life making the sand dunes, salt marsh, shingle beds and peat mosses their home. There are viewpoints for spotting waders, curlew, golden and grey plover, lapwings and many more birds scattered along the shoreline. Guests looking for a relaxing away from it all holiday but within easy reach of city life and national parks opt to stay here. The village itself has a tea room, village pub and bistro. Carlisle is within half an hours drive, the Lake District is within an hours drive and the Victorian coastal village of Silloth is within half an hour.
Nestled on the edge of the village, in a quiet location in the grounds of the owners bed and breakfast these 5 glamping pods are perfect for a break away at any time of year. Whitemire Pod has its own wood fired hot tub, communal parking and outside seating.
Whitemire pod has electric heating and is fully equipped to enjoy a peaceful break away at any time of year. The comfy sofa overlooks the TV and can convert to a double bed. The kitchen has electric oven, hob and fridge with complimentary tea and coffee. There is a comfy double bed with linen and towels provided and en-suite shower room with hand basin and WC.
All electric, bed linen and towels included. Sofa bed for 2 children. Parking for 1 car. Shared use of the garden area with private picnic table and private Hot tub (supplement payable)
This cabin is located in Wigton. Hadrian's Wall Path - West and Silloth on Solway Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Solway Coast and Watchtree Nature Reserve. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Brunton Park or Eden Rock.
A magical secret, just waiting to be discovered, this stunning, Victorian Gothic mansion, is the perfect place for big celebrations to remember. Set within its own private grounds, within the Fallbarrow Holiday Park, this leafy getaway provides the perfect base for exploring the beguiling beauty of Lake Windermere, set on the beautiful water’s edge.
Charm and character are prevalent in every corner of this majestic property, with its Grade II-listing ensuring the careful preservation and considered restoration of the hall. Old blends with new, to create an enchanting sequence of bedrooms, living spaces and entertaining rooms, catering to groups of 36 people with ease. Charming staircases and grand hallways lead you between the jazzy cocktail bar, relaxed TV lounge, sophisticated library, cinema room and games room in the basement. There are so many nooks and crannies to explore, even including a chill-out room just for the children!
There is no need to find any dispute between the bedrooms, with eighteen gorgeous rooms, including two self-contained apartments. These sumptuous, beautifully presented bedrooms with William Morris wallpaper, crystal chandeliers and luxurious king-size beds are perhaps one of the highlights of a stay at the hall. The designer has taken inspiration from Lakeland poets, as well the elegant shaker style to combine romance, charm, and elegance into every corner of each room. The master suite is perhaps in another league, with its four-poster bed, separate seating area and roll-top bath.
Of course, in a location like this, with all the natural beauty of Lake Windermere on your doorstep, the outside space must be as captivating as the interior. The large private garden offers beautiful views across the lake. The holiday park also boasts a fine dining restaurant and cocktail bar.
With the Lake Distract stretching out around you, there are endless sights to see and places to visit. From outstanding golf courses to the world of Beatrix Potter, there is a magic to the Lakes that must be experienced. Whether you want to explore pretty towns and villages, spend the days hiking or head on a gastronomy trail to visit some of the country’s top restaurants; there is something for everyone.
Perched on the edge of the beguiling Lake Windermere shores, only a hop, skip and jump from Windermere, Bowness Bay and Ambleside, Windermere Gothic Mansion offers you an escape in one of the most sought-after parts of the Lake District.
Only a ten-minute walk away, you will find yourself immersed in the quaint cafes, traditional pubs, outstanding restaurants, shops and supermarkets of Bowness-on-Windermere. With an information centre, this is the perfect place to start your Lake District adventures. Windermere village can be reached within a longer thirty-minute walk, and the bustling town of Ambleside is only a fifteen-minute drive away, or you can arrange a lake cruise, travelling across the water and taking in the fabulous views along the way!
Windermere is England’s largest lake, measuring 10.5 miles long and 219 feet at its deepest point. Its size and majestic beauty, unsurprisingly, make it one of the most renowned and popular areas to visit in the Lake District. For outdoor adventures, the hiking, cycling and water sports on offer are fantastic, as well as crazy golf, climbing, hot air ballooning and orienteering to fill up your holiday schedule! Any opportunity to leave the car behind and lost yourself in the fresh air and nature, is highly recommended.
Perhaps one of the closest attractions, is the delightful World of Beatrix Potter, where the fabulous animals of Beatrix Potter's tales are brought to life in three dimensions. Also on the list, must be the Lakes Aquarium, with the UK’s largest collection of freshwater fish and the Lakeside and Haverthwaite Railway, where you can enjoy a 3.5-mile steam locomotive trip into the Leven Valley.
As well as being home to England’s largest lake, The Lake District is also England’s largest National Park, with more than 3100km of rights of way, you can walk, cycle and ride your way around this stunning part of the country, revelling in some of the world’s best scenery.
Carlisle, Leeds and Newcastle airports are all within around a 2-hour drive, and there are train stations dotted throughout the National Park, so accessing the house on public transport is certainly possible. The average journey time from London and the south-east is about five hours, while it’s about one and a half hours from Manchester and two hours from York.
Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria, North of England
From £1596
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Detached stylish lodge at Fallbarrow Park, Windermere, sleeps four in two bedrooms and two bathrooms. No pets. Onsite facilities.
Amenities: Central heating. Electric oven, Induction hob, microwave, under counter fridge, separate freezer, dishwasher, washer/dryer.TV & Sky & DVD player. WiFi. Gas central heating. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Private parking for 2 cars. Enclosed wrap-round decking with garden furniture. Gas BBQ. Children's play area. Onsite deli and shop. Onsite restaurant and bar. Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Town: The vibrant twin towns of Bowness and Windermere hold enduring appeal for visitors to the Lake District National Park, with each providing a range of nearby attractions, amenities, shops and restaurants to suit all tastes. A variety of boat trips and boat hire are available from Windermere Lake Cruises in Bowness to Brockhole, Ambleside and Lakeside (at the southern end of the lake where the Lakeside Aquarium and the Lakeside and Haverthwaite Railway are situated). The World of Beatrix Potter attraction and the Old Laundry theatre are 1.5 miles away. Orrest Head, where Alfred Wainwright was inspired to write his series of iconic guidebooks, is a 30-minute walk to enjoy the spectacular panorama of far-reaching views over the lake and surrounding fells. Brockhole, which offers high wire tree top experiences, is less than two miles away, and the historic villages of Grasmere, Ambleside and Troutbeck are a short drive away. There are also a variety of watersports on offer for the more energetic at marine centres along the lake. The area is ideally situated for exploring all that this region has to offer, whether by foot, bike, car, railway or bus; and is within easy reach of attractions such as the spectacular Langdales, Beatrix Potter’s Hill Top House at Far Sawrey, Coniston, Grizedale Forest Park, with its delightful walks and famous outdoor sculptures, mountain biking and “Go-Ape” adventure park, Ullswater, Kendal, Keswick, stone circles, Roman forts and England's highest mountain, Scafell Pike.
Located in Windermere, this lodge is on a lake. Old Laundry Theatre and Hawkshead Grammar School are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Blackwell, The Arts & Crafts House and Hill Top. Holehird Gardens and Treetop Trek are also worth visiting.
With oodles of charm, artistic flair, elegance and grandeur, the sensational Windermere House offers ten guests superb, generous accommodation, fabulous views and an astounding garden. This is a very special property that has been beautifully finished with impressive attention to detail. Windermere House enjoys a prestigious location on the periphery of Bowness on Windermere with breathtaking views across the fabulous Lake Windermere.
Bowness on Windermere is a popular, bustling town with charming architecture, a wide variety of shops selling crafts, gifts, outdoor clothing, local produce and foods as well as an excellent array of characterful restaurants, bars and cafes. The Lake District offers numerous outdoor adventures including sailing, cycling, climbing, horse riding, hill walking and kayaking amongst the most spectacular of landscapes. Lake Windermere, the largest lake in England, is probably the most popular of the lakes with the pier at Bowness offering excellent boat trips to explore the lake.
As soon as you drive through the gates of Windermere House, you will quickly realise that this magnificent property and its grounds are going to give you the holiday of your dreams. This Edwardian house radiates grandeur and splendour with its fabulous features including panelling, feature fireplaces, gorgeous windows and its sumptuous furnishings. The living and dining rooms offer a slightly regal feel and the open plan kitchen, dining and family room is a contemporary wonder with a fabulous designer kitchen, modern furnishings and a fantastic apex window. Windermere House’s original features have been brilliantly blended with stunning contemporary flair, resulting in luxurious, modern living. The formal lounge is a light flooded space with imaginative, beautiful fabric inlaid panelling, a huge window, a feature fireplace with a remote start gas fire and sumptuous leather sofas. It excudes elegance and style and is the perfect place for evening drinks in front of the fire. Double doors open to the fantastic formal dining room with its beautiful original oak panelling and traditional dining table and chairs. It boasts gorgeous garden views. The wooden floor and delightful mossy green tones continue from the living room. Guests can enjoy a movie night in the contemporary cinema room with its huge television and comfy sofas. To enjoy the film at its best, you can close the electric curtains and create a brilliant movie experience. The main kitchen, dining and family room is a wonderful surprise with striking turquoise colour pops, a very high ceiling and the most sensational views though the wow factor windows. With the very best appliances including a wine fridge, you will enjoy some brilliant meals in this informal space. Alternatively, you can dine alfresco on the terrace. The kitchen enjoys a large central island, a range cooker, a Miele fridge freezer, two dishwashers and a built in bar. Just off the kitchen is a cosy snug with another television and a remote controlled, contemporary gas fire. You really are spoilt for choice here when it comes to relaxation spaces!
A smart staircase takes you to the bedrooms which are on the first and second floors. The Wordsworth Suite offers a spacious bedroom with an exquisite super kingsize bed, lake views and an ensuite bathroom with two cross water, wet room rose showers as well as a fabulous freestanding bath and walk-in wardrobe. This bathroom does also double as the main family bathroom as it has a separate entrance from the main landing. The Wainwright Suite is another wonder with incredible views of Windermere Lake. It boasts a comfy kingsize bed, a smart television, voice activated soft lighting and blinds and a fabulous ensuite wet room with a giant drench shower head and body jets. The fittings here are state-of-the-art and beautiful with it. The sink even enjoys an LED tap! Ruskin is a double bedroom with a comfy double bed, a smart television and voice activated soft lighting and blinds. Coniston is a huge room with a gorgeous bay window where you can enjoy excellent lake views. On the second floor, Windermere Suite is a fabulous, self contained suite ideal for a couple that might appreciate a little private time. It enjoys a balcony for that spectacular panorama, a kitchen area with a hob, a hide and slide oven and a fridge with an icebox, a small dining table, comfy seating and a double bed which can be hidden away. The suite has its own entrance separate to the main house which is accessed via an external spiral staircase or it can be accessed internally via the main house.
Windermere House stands in a beautiful 2.5 acre, completely enclosed, mature garden. It is such a treat with its large pond, its tree house for the young ones, its patio with a gas fire pit for chilly evenings and wonderful atmosphere and its alfresco dining and lounge areas. The gardens are surrounded by mature trees and shrubs making this idyllic paradise totally private and very peaceful. The garden looks even more beautiful at night with its ambient lighting. Once you have closed the electric gates, that is it, you can relax and get away from the stresses of everyday life.
Bowness on Windermere is a bustling tourist town about halfway along the 10.5 mile length of Lake Windermere. It is located between Waterhead on the northern end of the lake and Lakeside on the south. Bowness on Windermere enjoys an excellent selection of shops including the flagship Lakeland store which is very popular. There is a wonderful array of cafes, bars and restaurants as well as a good selection of gift shops and outdoor clothing outlets. Lake Windermere is one of the most desirable parts of the Lake District with unrivalled hiking, mountain biking and watersports on offer, not to mention attractions including crazy golf, climbing, hot air ballooning and orienteering. There are plenty of boats for hire or organised boat trips for those that do not want to go it alone. Bowness on Windermere developed after the opening of the railway line from Oxenholme and Kendal to Windermere in 1847. Bowness was the nearest accessible point on the lake. The Victorian influence can be seen everywhere. One of the most interesting buildings in Bowness is the parish Church of Bowness, St Martin’s Church which was built in 1483 and restored in 1870. The area behind the church is the oldest part of Bowness, a delightful warren of narrow streets known as Lowside. The village was originally called Birthwaite but the railway company wanted to call the station after the lake. A short walk from Windermere takes you to Orrest Head, an outstanding viewpoint. It was the first summit in Lakeland visited by A Wainwright, author of the famous guidebooks.
Just north of Bowness on Windermere, you will discover the thriving town of Ambleside. It offers an excellent selection of shops, restaurants, cafes and a cinema. Close to Ambleside is the Waterhead Pier with rowing boats, motor boats and ferry and cruise services. There are many outdoor adventure activities available around Ambleside. A short walk from the centre takes you to Stock Gyll Force, a spectacular 70 foot waterfall. In spring, it looks absolutely stunning with a carpet of daffodils next to it. Once there were twelve watermills powered by Stock Gyll and other local becks. The National Trust’s 17th century Bridge House over Stock Gyll beck is one of the most photographed scenes in Lakeland. Another local National Trust wonder are the Stagshaw Gardens covering about 8 acres and brimming with fine collections of rhododendrons, azaleas, ericaceous trees and shrubs. The Armitt Museum offers a wonderful collection of books, manuscripts, watercolours, archaeological remains and an area dedicated to Beatrix Potter. A short ferry ride from Waterhead is Brockhole, the Lake District National Park Visitor Centre. It is a fantastic stop set in 30 acres of beautiful gardens with boat hire, bike hire, a tree top trek, laser clay shooting, archery and special family events.
Nearby attractions include the Lakes Aquarium with the UK's largest collection of freshwater fish, the Lakeside and Haverthwaite Railway, where visitors can enjoy a 3.5-mile steam locomotive trip into the Leven Valley and the delightful World of Beatrix Potter, where the fabulous animals of Beatrix Potter's tales are brought to life in three dimensions! This is always a favourite with young children.
Offering unbeatable views, Windermere Wonders really does live up to its name as a spectacular and luxuriously finished lodge with floor-to-ceiling windows, cinema room, sauna and gym, it’s the perfect place for a very special holiday for up to 12 guests.
Won by the owners in the Omaze competition, the Lodge has been beautifully designed, boasting state-of-the-art, modern interiors and luxurious furnishings. On the ground floor, the open plan entertaining space offers panoramic views of Lake Windermere boasting wall to wall glass bi-folding doors where you can enjoy your evening meal at the twelve-seater dining table whilst watching the sunset. A modern fitted kitchen leads through into a cosy open plan lounge area with wood burning fire, whilst a comfortable cinema room with Sonos sound system and NOW TV subscription offers the perfect place to cosy up with a film. Also on this level is a double bedroom with Super King size bed and en-suite with walk-in shower and WC.
Upstairs across two floors are four further double bedrooms (two with en-suite) a family bathroom and a Master Suite complete with walk-in wardrobe dressing area and Juliet balcony offering more opportunity to enjoy the stunning scenery.
Charter a private yacht on Windermere or take a hot air balloon across the lakes then after the day’s excitement unwind in the Lodge’s sauna and steam room, accessed via the garden, or enjoy a workout in the gym on your very own Peloton bike.
An easy walk from Bowness-on-Windermere the Lodge is perfectly situated. There are a number of local craft stores and shops selling local produce and gift options. Then after a day enjoying the unbeatable beauty of the Lake District, head down to the Fizzy Tarte for a glass of champagne, or delight in the fine dining options at one of seven of Cumbria’s Michelin-starred restaurants, such as L’Enclume in the nearby village of Cartmel.
Known as the adventure capital of the UK, the Lake District has activities to keep everyone busy, including sailing, horse-riding, kayaking and hill walking. No trip would be complete without taking in the stunning Lake Windermere, with endless options by air or water from a breath-taking experience in a Gyroplane to a relaxing ride on one of the many steamers available at the pier at Bowness-on-Windermere.
Why not combine fine dining with boating by going aboard a Sail’n’Dine experience where you can drop anchor in a secluded bay and enjoy a beautifully prepared meal with a glass of wine.
Hire a local bike and enjoy some of the western shore cycling routes of Windermere and Grizedale Forest which are particularly good for family-friendly routes. Not to be missed is a visit to the famous adventure playground of Brockhole on Windermere set within stunning historic gardens offering woodland aerial obstacle courses and watersports.
For those looking for a little culture, why not take a visit to the Bronte Parsonage Museum, or take a tailor-made tour that will drive you through the significant Cumbrian sights of Britain’s famous authors.
The scenery itself is enough to keep anyone entertained. Set off from Windermere to the top of Orrest Head, a local beauty spot that offers the breath-taking panoramic views of the surrounding countryside, a rewarding treat for a family friendly twenty-minute climb.
Winster, Cumbria, North of England
From £1750
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This immaculately presented one bedroom glamping pod with kitchenette and ensuite is one of eight stunning pods located in a beautiful setting overlooking the Winster Valley. As soon as you arrive you will instantly feel relaxed. Whether you're after a romantic retreat, or simply a base to explore the Lakes, this cosy retreat will take your breath away..
Belonging to the Brown Horse Inn, the 'Woodland Pods' are a unique and delightful place to stay. Sympathetically designed and beautifully furnished to offer a little bit of tranquillity in a stunning location. Each pod is individually styled and decorated to provide a clean and contemporary holiday experience with all your creature comforts. With couples in mind, the pods are cosy and snug in the evening and bright and calming during the day.
On arrival to the Brown Horse Inn head to your designated parking area and follow the path that leads up to the Woodland Pods. Winster is the fourth on your left. Enter the pod from your private outside terrace through large patio doors to a beautiful room with a comfy king-size bed, kitchenette area with table and chairs and a spacious and modern ensuite shower room with bath robes.
Take a deep breath and relax… enjoy a drink on the terrace whilst soaking up those views.. or perhaps head down to the Inn for a scrumptious meal and a little tipple. For those with children, a play area is on site to keep them entertained while you simply carry on relaxing.
We think you will love this pod as much as we do!
GLAMPING POD
King size bed with freshly laundered sheets and duvet
Two bedside tables with bedside lamps
Wall mounted TV
Wifi - Dongle provided
Cupboard with clothes hangers
Kitchenette with sink, fridge, microwave, toaster and kettle with complimentary tea and coffee
Table and two chairs
Patio doors out to terrace
Dog bowls and dog towels
ENSUITE SHOWER
Large walk in shower with rain shower and hand shower
Vanity unit with sink and toilet
Vanity mirror
Heated towel rail
OUTSIDE RAISED TERRACE
Table and two chairs
Storage bench
Views looking out over Winster Valley
CAR PARK
Allocated parking space
Path leading up to Spring Wood pod with low level lighting
CHILDRENS PLAYGROUND
THE BROWN HORSE INN
Access to hotel reception can be found from the car park
Please contact the hotel should you wish to book a table in the restaurant or bar
Soft towels and bathrobes
INCLUDED FOR YOUR STAY...
All gas and electricity used
Kitchenette equipped with crockery, cutlery and utensils
Hairdryer
Fresh laundered towels, bedding and robes
Starter pack with toilet rolls and washing up liquid
mini ironing board and iron
THINGS TO NOTE...
Arrival is from 4pm. Departure by 10am.
Spring Wood is accessed by one step up to terrace
Travel cot and highchair are available to rent on request (please bring your own linen for the travel cot, as this is not provided).
A small childs bed is available on request, suitable for children age 6 and under. Whilst we are happy to accept older children please note that the childs bed is not full size.
Hen and Stag parties are not permitted at Woodland Pods
This cabin is located in Windermere. Old Laundry Theatre and Hawkshead Grammar School are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Blackwell, The Arts & Crafts House and Hill Top. Raw War Paintball and Holehird Gardens are also worth visiting.
WINDERMERE, Cumbria, North of England
From £1078
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This detached lodge rests on Limefitt Park and can sleep four people in two bedrooms.Onsite facilities. No pets.
Amenities:
Full gas central heating. gas hob and electric oven, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, smart TV, electric fire, Unlimited broadband connection, TVs in all bedrooms. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels incl in rent, please bring your own leisure towels. Parking for two cars. Please note that the charging of electric vehicles is not permitted at this lodge, the nearest charging point can be found at Booths Supermarket in Windermere.
Sorry no smoking and no pets. Winterfell Lodge has its own complimentary dedicated WiFi, WiFi is for personal use only and is not intended for high data usage, gaming and/or use for business purposes, This is only suitable for page browsing and sending emails, Bookings cannot be accepted if they are solely reliant on the provision of uninterrupted and unlimited Wi-Fi and we are not held responsible or liable for loss of connection. Access to the local leisure facilities is complimentary and can be withdrawn at any time without financial penalty, we as the letting agent or the property owner cannot be held responsible for this provision in service, as it’s subject to third-party provider located off site.
Town: The twin towns of Bowness and Windermere are both vibrant, fun-filled places set within the splendid scenery of the Lake District. Both towns provide a range of amenities, shops and restaurants to suit all tastes whilst Ambleside offers the additional attraction of a boat ride to Bowness, the Lakeside Aquarium and Beatrix Potter's 'Hill Top House' at Sawrey. Grizedale Forest Park is within easy driving distance and is home to a range of activities including many good walks, mountain biking and the 'Go Ape' adventure park. The region also boasts many National Trust properties as well as a variety of water sports for those who prefer a more adrenaline-fuelled trip. Children will enjoy a trip to the 'World of Beatrix Potter' in Bowness whilst the villages of Grasmere, Coniston Water, Kendal, Keswick and the Lakeland Mountains are all within easy reach.
Located in Windermere, this lodge is on a lake. Townend and Blackwell, The Arts & Crafts House are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake District National Park and Yorkshire Dales National Park. Holehird Gardens and Treetop Trek are also worth visiting.
WINDERMERE, Cumbria, North of England
From £1001
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Detached holiday lodge at White Cross bay, Windermere for four people plus infant. Dog friendly, WIFi. Onsite facilities.
Amenities: Full gas central heating. Gas hob and oven, fridge, freezer, microwave, feature electric fire, TV, DVD player, Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed Linen and towels incl in rent, (please bring your own leisure towels) . Parking for two cars. Please note that the charging of electric vehicles is not permitted at this lodge, the nearest charging point can be found at Booths Supermarket in Windermere.
Sorry no smoking. Woodland Nook Lodge has complimentary wifi, WiFi is for personal use only and is not intended for high data usage, gaming and/or use for business purposes, This is only suitable for page browsing and sending emails, Bookings cannot be accepted if they are solely reliant on the provision of uninterrupted and unlimited Wi-Fi and we are not held responsible or liable for loss of connection. Access to the local leisure facilities is complimentary and can be withdrawn at any time without financial penalty, we as the letting agent or the property owner cannot be held responsible for this provision in service, as it’s subject to third-party provider located off site. Note: For use of the onsite facilities, a complex pass is required, these can be purchased from reception.
Town: The twin towns of Bowness and Windermere are both vibrant, fun-filled places set within the splendid scenery of the Lake District. Both towns provide a range of amenities, shops and restaurants to suit all tastes whilst Ambleside offers the additional attraction of a boat ride to Bowness, the Lakeside Aquarium and Beatrix Potter's 'Hill Top House' at Sawrey. Grizedale Forest Park is within easy driving distance and is home to a range of activities including many good walks, mountain biking and the 'Go Ape' adventure park. The region also boasts many National Trust properties as well as a variety of water sports for those who prefer a more adrenaline-fuelled trip. Children will enjoy a trip to the 'World of Beatrix Potter' in Bowness whilst the villages of Grasmere, Coniston Water, Kendal, Keswick and the Lakeland Mountains are all within easy reach.
Located in Windermere, this lodge is on a lake. Old Laundry Theatre and Armitt Museum and Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Ambleside Pier and Orrest Head. Treetop Trek and Holehird Gardens are also worth visiting.
An extravagantly redesigned Church Hall offering a one-of-a-kind accommodation for up to sixteen guests. Holiday in history in the very place where William Wordsworth was educated as a child, this former school hall boasts rustic stone walls, parquet floors and has been lovingly converted to a holiday let with a luxury finish.
The ground floor holds the main sleeping accommodation but follow the grand wood-panelled stairwell up to the epic open plan hall complete with sparkling chandeliers, large break out sofa areas, a bar and a unique eighteen-seater circular dining table. This is a dream spot to spend your evenings, enjoying a cocktail at the bar, sitting down to a lively dinner then winding down with a game of pool. A large widescreen TV and comfy sofa area provide an opportunity for a more sedate movie night in, while the well-equipped kitchen is stocked with everything you will need to cater for a large group from dishwasher, built-in microwave, aga style gas cooker with gas ring hob, coffee machine and blender.
Built into the basement floor of the property is your very own spa area complete with large eight-seater hot tub and sauna room, an ideal place to unwind and relax whilst catching up with friends and listening to relaxing music on the spa sound system. Whilst on sunnier days the outdoor spaced is enclosed for privacy and holds a fire pit, hammock, outdoor dining area and BBQ grill to soak up the rays whilst cooking up an al fresco lunch.
The generous sleeping accommodation will leave you spoilt for choice for where to rest your head at night. On the top floor is a magnificent master suite with emperor sized bedroom, freestanding bath, beamed ceilings and views of the city below, wake-up from a great night’s sleep and enjoy your morning coffee on the suite’s own balcony overlooking the main hall below. A further bedroom off the main hall holds a four-poster bed, feature stone walls, an en-suite WC and access to a lovely bathroom with free-standing bath.
The ground floor holds the rest of the bedrooms with four double bedrooms, a twin bedroom with two double beds and en-suite shower, and a large bedroom, ideal for kids and sleepovers with two double beds and a fantastic double bunk set-up accessed by carpeted stairs decorated with a charming porthole window and maritime theme.
For those looking to celebrate a special event, Wordsworth House promises a memorable holiday home situated in the beautiful Georgian market town of Cockermouth, perched on the edge of the Western Lake District and Solway Coast there is much to explore and enjoy both near to home and in the surrounding area.
Revel in the history of Wordsworth House by stepping out to explore the country town of Cockermouth and paying a visit to the National Trust’s Wordsworth House and Gardens, the birthplace of the famous poet. Tour the beautifully preserved Georgian townhouse or stroll the riverside garden, packed with vegetables and fruit and leading to a pretty terrace walk.
Get out in nature by taking the short drive to the stunning Bassenthwaithe Lake, over four miles long there are some pretty walks to enjoy. While you are there why not visit the local Lakes Distillery with a visitors’ centre and bistro where you can sample the whisky, gin and vodka made on site, or even book a family tour where children can feed the venues own herd of alpacas. Also, found at the lake is the Mirehouse, a remarkable historic house with its own simple open-air theatre and rose garden.
Those looking for a more ambitious hike could try their hand at the local peaks of Skiddaw and Blencathra offering breath-taking views of the Lakes as you reach the summit, an excellent way to take in the truly spectacular scenery Cumbria has to offer.
For some coastal action a visit to the stunning Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the Solway Coast, is a must see. With 7.6m of raised beach there is much to explore from undulating sand dunes, views of the Galloway Hills and a wealth of local wildlife from rare amphibians to a variety of birdlife from pink footed geese to oystercatchers and curlew.
Delve into the Lake District with a visit to Keswick or the busy hub of Bowness on Windermere, just under an hour’s drive away. There are activities to keep everyone busy, including sailing, horse-riding, kayaking and hill walking. Choose from taking in the stunning Lake Windermere, by air or water from a breath-taking Gyroplane experience to a relaxing ride on one of the many steamers available at the pier at Bowness-on-Windermere. Or stay on dry land and hire a local bike and enjoy some of the western shore cycling routes of Windermere and Grizedale Forest which are particularly good for family-friendly routes.
