About this property
Ideally located in the bustling town of Windermere, Cumbria lies The Burrow, a charming three-storey, stone-built cottage, boasting an off-road parking space to the rear of the property and a permit for more central parking in the town or to the front of the property, making it perfect for a family or group of friends to discover the magnificent Lake District. Step into the property up three steps and you will find the lounge invites you in to kick off your shoes and watch the TV while you snuggle on the sofas and the electric woodburning-effect fire warms the room. From here, down the stairs to the lower-ground-floor the kitchen welcomes the chef of the group to prepare tasty meals; with a gas hob and electric oven to assist with your self-catering requirements as well as hosting a handy dishwasher to help clean up. Also on this floor is the dining room with ample seating for the group to plan their day and a bright and airy conservatory, where you can relax with a good book on the rattan furniture overlooking the patio area. Climbing the stairs up to the ground floor, discover a delightful single room with a view before moving up another flight of stairs to the first-floor twin room, which benefits from an en-suite shower room with a walk-in shower, basin and WC so you can freshen up between activities. Retire to the last of the three bedrooms, a spacious double also hosting some storage for you to unpack your belongings. Back on the ground floor, there is also a family bathroom where the rest of the group can prepare for their day, including a bath, shower over, basin and WC. To the exterior, the rear of the property offers a patio area with furniture where you can enjoy the last of the sun with a cup of tea and plan the next day's adventures. Windermere is home to an array of amenities; give the chef a break by ordering takeout from one of the local eateries, or venture into the town to dine at one of the many restaurants such as Jackson's Bistro, or perhaps Francine's a continental-style restaurant specialising in fresh seafood, before stopping off at one of many traditional pubs on the way back. You will be spoilt for choice when choosing how to spend your days at this property; for a taste of history visit Wray Castle which combines circular walks with interesting stories from history it is sure to be a wonderful day out with the family before stopping for a tranquil stroll around Windy Hall and Holehird Gardens. The energetic members of the group will enjoy a multitude of activities; from fishing at the Esthwaite Water Trout Fishery, to a day in the Lakes at Windermere Outdoor Adventure Centre, there is an abundance of adventure waiting for you to join in. For a more relaxed approach, Windermere Golf Club is within easy reach of the property for racing enthusiasts, Cartmel racecourse is around a half an hour drive away. Branching further afield, the Arnside & Silverdale Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is within an hours drive or closer to home, discover some of the local landmarks including the Ambleside Roman Fort and surrounding ruins. Animal lovers will also benefit from the South Lakes Safari Zoo, home to all kinds of species, reached by a scenic route. The Burrow offers something for everyone making for a wonderful getaway to Cumbria.
Windermere is a vibrant town, host to an abundance of shops, pubs, and activities to enjoy whilst among the one of the most beautiful areas of Britain. Close to Bowness, Ambleside and plenty of other fantastic villages and towns, the area will leave you spoilt for choice with how you can fill your day with adventures. From the Lakeside Aquarium and Beatrix Potter's 'Hill Top House' at Sawrey, the delightful location is sure to provide the family with an action-packed holiday, as well as boasting a plethora of walking and cycling routes around the stunning lakes and mountains.
Accommodation
Over three floors.
Three bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin with en-suite with shower, basin and WC, 1 x ground-floor single.
Ground-floor bathroom with walk in shower, basin and WC.
Lower-ground-floor kitchen..
Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, Lower-ground-floor dining room.
Sitting room with woodburning-effect gas fire.
Lower-ground-floor conservatory
Gas central heating with woodburning-effect gas fire TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot available on request.
Off-road parking for 1 car and permit parking for 1 car.
Garden with patio and furniture.
Pets welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 0.1 mile.
Note: The garden is accessed via the lower-ground-floor conservatory
Reviews (22)
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Melanie
It is a typical old Lakeland house - if you want modern this is not for you if you want a comfy well located warm original house this is for you The house was warm and well facilitated We stayed for Christmas and made dinner for 5 and it had everything apart from a carving knife Kitchen equipment works well. Outhouse great for shoes and coats 2 parking options was perfect and location great for a winter visit walking straight into town in a few seconds For us the lounge was small we have family who like to visit when we are in Windermere and it was tight but all other rooms a good size. Bathrooms were fine the new shower is perfect Bedrooms good but it is noisy in mornings as so close to town but you soon get used to it Quick positive fix in rooms would be black out curtains re street lights in winter and guessing sun in summer Also the cleaners need to do better! It was face value clean but sticky kitchen floor on arrival, dusty TV stand, bedside lights when moved were sticky on surface and carpets need a better hoover were some of the details that need addressing All in all we liked this house and it did us nicely for Christmas. Would book directly next time Sykes cottages were no use at all - I was worried reading the previous reviews as staying at Christmas with an 8 year old and 2 over 70âs but they did nothing to put my mind at rest I fail to see any benefit of booking through them and would not use them again
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Melanie
It is a typical old Lakeland house - if you want modern this is not for you if you want a comfy well located warm original house this is for you The house was warm and well facilitated We stayed for Christmas and made dinner for 5 and it had everything apart from a carving knife Kitchen equipment works well. Outhouse great for shoes and coats 2 parking options was perfect and location great for a winter visit walking straight into town in a few seconds For us the lounge was small we have family who like to visit when we are in Windermere and it was tight but all other rooms a good size. Bathrooms were fine the new shower is perfect Bedrooms good but it is noisy in mornings as so close to town but you soon get used to it Quick positive fix in rooms would be black out curtains re street lights in winter and guessing sun in summer Also the cleaners need to do better! It was face value clean but sticky kitchen floor on arrival, dusty TV stand, bedside lights when moved were sticky on surface and carpets need a better hoover were some of the details that need addressing All in all we liked this house and it did us nicely for Christmas. Would book directly next time Sykes cottages were no use at all - I was worried reading the previous reviews as staying at Christmas with an 8 year old and 2 over 70âs but they did nothing to put my mind at rest I fail to see any benefit of booking through them and would not use them again
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Alex
The property did not feel very âhomelyâ because the living room not having a cozy factor. The kitchen was well fitted out and we had everything we needed. There was a dog smell in the house but thatâs fair enough due it being pet friendly. We never had a chance to park at the front of the property so the parking space at the back was essential for us.