Guests say
Fellside Lodge in Windermere receives high praise for its dog-friendly amenities, comfortable furnishings, and excellent location. Guests appreciate the well-equipped kitchen, hot tub, and cosy atmosphere. The property is noted for its cleanliness, though a few guests mentioned minor issues. It's a short walk to local attractions, making it a convenient base for exploring.
Most guests found Fellside Lodge to be clean and well-presented. However, there were isolated comments about floors not being mopped, a dirty dog bath, and some leftover laundry, which slightly affected the overall impression.
The location is highly praised for being close to Bowness, within walking distance to town and the lake, and offering a perfect base for exploring the Lake District.
Guests consistently report that the beds are comfortable and the house feels spacious and homely. The cosy atmosphere and the provision of dog-friendly features contribute to the overall comfort.
The property is celebrated for its well-equipped kitchen, hot tub, and dog-friendly facilities. Some maintenance issues were noted, such as a partially working oven and slippery steps, but these were minor compared to the overall positive feedback.
While guests frequently mention the dog-friendly amenities and the well-stocked kitchen, there is no mention of gifts or special thoughtful touches that would warrant a score in this category. Therefore, the score is set to null.
About this property
Resting on the outskirts of Bowness-on-Windermere, just below the Brant Fell, is this immaculate semi-detached cottage, Fellside Lodge. Set over three floors and sleeping up to six guests, this pet-friendly cottage is a charming dwelling for a group trip to the scenic Lake District National Park. You are welcomed to the property by an off-road parking space for two cars, as well as a front patio with bistro-style furniture so guests can enjoy their morning coffee in the fresh air. Stepping in through the porch, which is an ideal place to leave any coats and shoes, then to the sitting room which has a warming woodburning stove and a Smart TV for a relaxing evening with some popcorn. After a long day, when you just need to read the book that you're so close to finishing, head into the lovely snug for some quite time. The kitchen/diner is a stylish and well-equipped spot to rustle up an evening meal to impress your loved ones, as you talk about your fabulous holiday around the dining table, and don't forget to take advantage of the handy dishwasher. The ground-floor also boasts a cloakroom with WC, which then leads down to a utility room which has handy washing facilities and a fully electric motorised professional dog bath, professional dog dryer and hot/cold outdoor tap - your furry friends will love it! Stairs from the sitting room also lead to a lower-ground-floor bedroom which boasts a king-size bed alongside a stunning freestanding bath which is very quirky and romantic, and this is complimented by a dressing table and an en-suite shower room. For those of you who prefer to sleep above ground, head to the first-floor where there are two well-kept bedrooms; a super-king-size which can be a twin to allow for flexible sleeping arrangements, and a king-size which has the added privacy of an en-suite shower room. Both rooms have lovely wooden features and well-thought-out decorations, and they are complimented by a spacious bathroom where guests can soak their muscles after a long day. Outside there is a rear patio, which is enclosed for your furry friends’ safety, with furniture so you can enjoy some al fresco dining and a garage which can be used for bike/canoe storage. From Fellside Lodge you can indulge in a number of bars and eateries, browse round the lovely local shops, visit The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction or learn more about boats and team at the interesting Jetty museum. With Lake Windermere so close by, you can get stuck into watersports, or enjoy a boat trip across to Brockhole, Ambleside and Lakeside. Once in Lakeside, you can visit the popular aquarium or hop aboard the 3.2-mile-long heritage railway to Haverthwaite, and whilst on that side of the Lake, take a tree-top adventure at Go Ape in Grizedale. Also nearby there is a golf course, some great walking and cycling trails and the market town of Ambleside which has a great number of shops, eateries, museums, galleries, and the ruins of a medieval castle. You'll never be bored with Fellside Lodge as your base, so be sure to enjoy the best of the Lake District from your magical holiday home.
The town of Bowness (sister to Windermere) boasts a range of shops and restaurants to suit all tastes, as well as watersports on Lake Windermere and boat trips to Brockhole, Ambleside and Lakeside. Nearby, there is The World of Beatrix Potter attraction, the Old Laundry theatre, the tree top adventure at Brockhole, and Orrest Head, the scenic spot where Alfred Wainwright was inspired to write his series of iconic guidebooks.
Accommodation
Sykes Gem Awards 2024 Gold winner for Best Pet Friendly Property.
This property will only accept 7 night stays over Christmas.
Over three floors.
Three bedrooms: 1 x super-king-size (zip/link, can be twin on request), 1 x king-size with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x lower-ground-floor king-size with freestanding bath and en-suite shower, basin and WC.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Cloakroom with basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Kitchen/diner with woodburning stove and Smart TV with Sky.
Lower-ground-floor utility.
Sitting room with woodburning stove.
Snug
Central heating with two woodburning stoves.
Double gas oven and hob, microwave, American-style fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, coffee machine.
2 x Smart TV, WiFi, selection of books.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for 2 cars.
Front patio with furniture.
Enclosed rear patio with hot tub, furniture and storage.
Garage for bikes or canoes.
Charcoal Kettle BBQ.
Four well-behaved dogs welcome(more considered by prior arrangement only).
Professional dog bath.
Cot & Highchair provided.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 0.4 miles.
Note: The fuel for the woodburning stoves are not provided.
Note: There are three steps up to the property, and further three internal steps in the kitchen.
Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping Bond of £250.
Reviews (48)
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Avril
My hubby and 2 adult children with partners stayed for 3 nights last weekend. I truly didnât want to leave! Itâs the first time weâve take the kids back to the lakes since they were much younger. The property was so much more than we imagined. Kitchen was amazing, we were doing a come dine with me and were amazed at everything provided, incredible! Downstairs living areas were so comfortable, log burners very welcome. Bedrooms and bathrooms were incredible, we felt as if we were in a 5âï¸ hotel. Beds incredibly comfortable. Downstairs utility with washer and dryer plus dog washing, which we didnât actually need to use these but very well equipped. Outside area lovely and secluded, hot tub accommodated all of us comfortably. Just 10 minutes walk from the centre made it a perfect base to walk to or visit surrounding areas. I would definitely recommend this property!
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Stephen
The house was immaculate and had everything you could possibly need for your stay there! We all absolutely loved the house and the hot tub was amazing. Bowness town centre was just a short walk down the hill and we had a couple of great nights in the Arts Bar. We had such a great time and the house was a home from home it was brilliant so much so we have booked to go there again in May 2025
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Adam
6 adults, 2 infants & 2 small dogs, ample space and comfort. Amenities are endless. Having access to the garage to store our roof box and bars in for the week was brilliant. Literally a home from home, none of the family wanted to leave and we are already looking at returning next year hopefully!