Guests say
Guests consistently praise Sandown for its prime location, cleanliness, and well-equipped facilities. The property is appreciated for its ample space, en-suite bedrooms, and thoughtful touches, including a welcome hamper. While some guests mention small bathrooms and the need for minor updates, the overall experience is highly regarded, with many expressing a desire to return.
The majority of guests have highlighted the property's cleanliness, often describing it as immaculate. A few guests noted areas for improvement, but these seem to be isolated incidents rather than a common trend.
The location is frequently commended for its convenience, with easy access to local amenities, restaurants, and attractions. The availability of parking and proximity to both Windermere and Bowness are particularly appreciated.
Comfort is well-received with guests finding the beds comfortable and the living spaces spacious. Some guests found the en-suite showers to be on the smaller side, but this did not significantly detract from the overall comfort of their stay.
Facilities are generally praised for being well-equipped and functional. There are mentions of the property having everything needed for a pleasant stay. However, some guests suggest that certain aspects, such as the kitchen appliances and showers, could benefit from updates or maintenance.
Guests have expressed gratitude for the thoughtful touches, including a welcome hamper, which added to their experience. It should be noted that such gestures are at the discretion of the owner and may not be a consistent offering.
About this property
An excellent detached house with ample parking, superbly located on the outskirts of the bustling lakeside village of Bowness-on-Windermere, just a short walk from the shores of Lake Windermere and the village centre in the beautiful Lake District National Park. Offering families and friends an excellent base to explore this stunning part of England, this superb Windermere cottage benefits from upside down accommodation to make the most of the views, with the attractive living accommodation on the first floor. This Windermere cottage offers four ground floor bedrooms all with en-suite facilities. The spacious first floor has a large sitting room and an attractive separate dining area, with soft sofas to relax in at the end of the day. Outside this Bowness-on-Windermere cottage is a small patio area, plus it has the added benefit of ample parking available. The superb location of this charming Windermere cottage makes it perfect as a convenient base with easy access to the amenities in both Bowness-on-Windermere or Windermere village itself, including excellent restaurants available in both. Bowness-on-Windermere has a beautiful lakeside front where you can enjoy a cruise up the lake to ever-popular Ambleside, or down to Lakeside to explore the Aquarium of the Lake or embark on the Haverthwaite & Lakeside Steam railway. With so much to do in the area and such welcoming accommodation to return to, this perfect Windermere cottage is superb at any time of the year.
The twin towns of Bowness and Windermere both provide a range of amenities, shops and restaurants, plus boat trips are available from Bowness to Ambleside, the Lakeside Aquarium and Beatrix Potter's Hill Top House' at Sawrey. Orrest Head, where Alfred Wainwright was inspired to write his series of iconic guidebooks, is on the edge of the town, plus Grizedale Forest Park is nearby and there are many National Trust properties in the area.
Accommodation
Four ground floor bedrooms with en-suite shower, basin and WC: 3 x double, 1 x single.
First floor kitchen.
First floor utility room with fridge freezer, washing machine, toilet and basin.
First floor dining room with arch to sitting room.
Gas central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer, dishwasher, TVs with Freeview, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot and highchair on request.
Off road parking for 4 cars.
Patio area with furniture and BBQ.
One well-behaved dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shops and pubs 3 mins walk.
Local bus service to offer wider access to Lake District and local taxi service available.
Only 1 mile/approx a 10 minute walk to Lake Windermere.
Windermere town is approx 1 mile away and also has a railway station.
Note: Property is located on the main lake road just on the edge of the village.
Note: Check-in 3.00 pm, check out 10:00am.
Note: Holiday start dates must be a Friday or Monday.
However, on occasion the owner will accept a different start day depending on bookings so please contact us to discuss if you have an alternative day in mind.
Note: This property requires a good housekeeping bond of £180.
Note: The patio area is not enclosed, please keep this in mind if travelling with dogs.
Note: Domestic EV chargers are not permitted at this property, these are also known as Granny Cables or Trickle Chargers and this would include electric cars, plug-in hybrid cars, motorbikes, buggies, scooters, mopeds, bicycles, utility vehicles and tracked vehicles.
Reviews (51)
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Wendy
Spacious enough for 6 adults, a two year old and our Yorkshire terrier! The bedrooms were lovely and all extremely comfortable. Georgia had decorated the living room for Christmas and it was brilliant that there were 2 fridges! It is perfectly situated to walk into beautiful Bowness and Windermere. The whole week was absolutely magical and I would recommend a stay at Sandown to anyone!
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Bernadette
Lovely house with everything we could need. Looking forwards to staying again. Thanks.
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Norman
Facilities within 'Sandown' are geared for families and all six of us had plenty of private space when required. Restaurants and cafes are all within walking distance which made our choice of 'going out' a pleasure. The help and communication offered by the owner was of the highest standard. Everything was in place for our arrival and any questions we had during our stay were answered promptly. We all had a wonderful stay and would recommend this property in Bowness-on-Windermere to anyone visiting the Lakes.