Guests say
22 Thirlmere in Windermere is a cosy and spacious lodge with comfortable furnishings, including a hot tub, and is situated in a great location for exploring. It is well-equipped and dog-friendly, with an enclosed decking area. The property offers a warm stay even during cold snaps and is praised for its comfortable beds and added amenities like TVs in every room.
Guests that stayed at this property said
Several guests reported issues with cleanliness, mentioning the need for a more thorough cleaning and attention to detail. Complaints included dirty kitchen cupboards, cobwebs, and dust. However, some guests found the lodge clean and tidy upon arrival.
The lodge is highly praised for its location, offering easy access to Windermere and Ambleside, and proximity to the lake for activities like paddle boarding. The quiet and beautiful setting is consistently appreciated by guests.
Guests find the beds comfortable and the living space spacious and cosy. The lodge provides a warm environment, even in colder weather, and the hot tub is a highlight for relaxation. Some guests, however, felt the lodge was a bit tired and in need of some TLC.
The lodge is well-equipped for self-catering, with a well-stocked kitchen and comfortable furniture. The hot tub is a popular feature, although some guests reported maintenance issues. There were also comments about the need for better Wi-Fi and updates to some of the fixtures.
While some guests mentioned the provision of dog bowls and poo bags, and one suggested the idea of a welcome basket, there is not enough consistent information about thoughtful touches or gifts to provide a score. It should be noted that while some guests appreciated certain gestures, such gifts are not guaranteed.
About this property
An immaculately presented, detached lodge located on a superbly maintained holiday park on the shores of Lake Windermere in the beautiful Lake District. Well-appointed throughout to provide wonderful accommodation, this all-ground floor Windermere cottage has three bedrooms, one with an en-suite shower room, and there is also a private hot tub for guests to enjoy all year round. The open plan living area exudes quality and style, with a well-equipped kitchen, a dining area and a sitting area with flat screen TV and French doors leading to the front decked area, complete with an indulgent bubbling hot tub. The lake shore is only a few hundred yards and has a jetty where boats are moored. There is plenty of space for picnics, lots of ducks to feed and the sunsets from this idyllic lakeside location are unspoilt and look out across the lake to the mountains beyond. The lovely village of Troutbeck Bridge is home to a convenience store and the delightful Sun Inn, ideal for when you don’t fancy cooking. Drive on to Windermere, where you can enjoy a wide variety of watersports on world-famous Lake Windermere, take in the scenery from the top of Queen Adelaide's Hill and Orrest Head, explore the popular World of Beatrix Potter Attraction, and feast on fresh seafood at Hooked. Bowness-on-Windermere is where you'll find three Michelin-starred restaurants, perfect for the foodies in your group. In addition to the Armitt Library and Museum Centre and the stunning Stock Ghyll Force, Ambleside also features a fascinating 2nd-century Fort, or you can venture further to Grasmere, where you can wander around the former home of the great poet, William Wordsworth. Experience all of this, and then some, at 22 Thirlmere. Note: This property can be booked with Ref: 1122792, together sleeping up to 12 guests.
The Lakeland village of Troutbeck can be found between its neighbours Windermere and Ambleside, and is scattered along a narrow lane bordered by a drystone wall. Close by, the towns of Windermere and Ambleside provide a range of amenities to suit all tastes.
Accommodation
All ground floor.
Three bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 2 x twin.
Shower room with shower unit, basin and WC.
Open-plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area (seats 5) with electric fire.
Gas central heating with electric fire.
Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, shared on-site laundry facilities (coin operated), dishwasher, Modern flat screen TV with Freeview & integrated Blu-ray DVD.
Some Sky channels are available.
WiFi available on-site.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off road parking for 2 cars.
Front decked terrace with hot tub, outside garden furniture.
Shared use of facilities, including indoor heated swimming pool, sauna, Jacuzzi, play park and multi-use games area.
Two well-behaved pets welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 3 mins walk.
Note: Property entrance is accessed by 3 steps.
Note: Due to lakeside location, children should be supervised.
Note: Due to the site's rural location, WiFi signal can be intermittent.
Note: At check-in guests will be provided with a barrier pass number to use in the barrier key pad providing vehicular access to the park.
Note: Guests wishing to use the on-site leisure facilities will need to purchase a leisure pass from reception -
£15 per person over the age of 2yrs for a 7 night stay,
£13.50 per person over the age of 2yrs for under 7days (June, July, August)
The pass is for full access to the complex centre, which includes pool, gym and entertainment (pass is not required for access to the bar and restaurant) The pass is valid for the duration of your stay.
Passes for children are for ages 2-17, children 0-2 are free.
Note: This property has a refundable Good Housekeeping bond of £100.
For bookings made from the 16th August 2024, the bond will be £200Please note: If booking with check-in or out on Sunday, enquire with the Sykes team beforehand.
Reviews (42)
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Megan
It says âpet friendlyâ but they will charge you if you so much as leave a muddy foot print. I thought it would be standard to clean in between customers but apparently they only deep clean at the beginning and end of the season which is pretty gross.
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Stephen
Then floors were scruffy, beans, crumbs, crisps dirty floors, the cupboards were no better, sticky and dirty, again had to clean them before food could be put away, phoned owner, she said she would send a cleaner, at 19.38?.we had already started to clean, as we could not unpack and we needed to put food away. The windows were scruffy, you could not see out of them, owner said they had been cleaned 3 weeks previously ?. She asked for photos, which we sent. And we still waiting for a response from the owner! we had a long journey, and were hoping to relax . Not what you expect when arriving at what you expect to be a 4.2star rating. Totally unacceptable standards. We finally got in hot tub at 9 oâclock, only to find the water temperature was just warm, the temperature button did not work so could not be turned up or down. So had to come out as it was too cold to sit in. Phoned hot tub guy, told agin send a photo of the fault. Someone would be out the next morning. The guy who came out could not fix the fault. The next guy didnât come out until Monday morning, this is day 4 of our supposedly hot tub holiday . To be told they are aware that there is an ongoing fault, and it will not be fixed until the winter?. This lodge should be deep cleaned and hot tub fixed, before they disappoint and totally spoil another familyâs holiday. Also Sykes holiday cottages who advertise this log cabin, have duty to their customers. They also are aware of the ongoing problems, and choose to still advertise this cabin, knowing how many problems there are. They obviously do not take customer complaints seriously, but they both happy to take your hard earned money.
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Lucy
The lodge was clean and presentable and had all the facilitates you needed. The location of the lodge was lovely but it did feel like other lodges were very close.