Lakeshaven in Windermere receives praise for its perfect location, cosy atmosphere, and well-equipped lodges. Guests appreciate the cleanliness, comfortable beds, and the thoughtful touches that make stays enjoyable. While some minor maintenance issues are noted, the overall experience is highly regarded, with many guests planning to return.
Most guests find the lodge to be clean and well-presented, with a few noting areas where attention to detail could improve, such as cobwebs and minor issues with kitchen appliances. However, the general consensus is positive regarding cleanliness.
The lodge's location is frequently highlighted as a highlight, offering a perfect base for exploring the Lake District and enjoying the natural surroundings. Its proximity to Windermere and other attractions is highly valued.
Guests report the lodges as cosy and welcoming, with comfortable beds and a homely feel. Some guests mention the need for better mattresses in single beds and more comfortable arrangements for infants.
The facilities are generally well-received, with the lodge providing most of what guests need. However, there are comments about maintenance issues such as toilet flush problems and the need for a deep clean in some areas. The lack of a washing machine for longer stays is also noted.
While guests appreciate the overall experience, there are no specific mentions of gifts or special thoughtful gestures that would warrant a score in this category. Therefore, the score is set to null.
Lakeshaven is a traditional style pine log cabin at White Cross Bay near lake Windermere. With a private position on the park with woodland to three sides of the lodge plus a secluded and private deck to two sides, it has a nautical theme and offers an ideal retreat for couples or families looking for a quiet spot on the park but still handy for all the amenities. Lakeshaven sleeps up to 6 guests plus there is room an infant in a travel cot, so larger families or groups of friends can stay together. Lots of space for planning your days and relaxing quietly when you get back home. White Cross Bay is in a fabulous location, on the shores of Lake Windermere. With views across the water and to the surrounding fells, you are literally in the heart of the Lake District and your lodge will be just a few yards from the waterside. Note: Some facilities on the park are subject to extra cost such as use of the pool, entertainment, bar and restaurant. 500 yards up the main A591 is Brockhole Lake District Visitor Centre, with its gardens, house, café, restaurant, walks, boats, adventure playground and Tree Top Trek: there’s lots to do! Lakeshaven is also just two miles from Windermere village with shops, cafes and pubs, and three miles from Bowness boat landings, where the cruisers come in. Bowness is a cosmopolitan village with award-winning restaurants and pubs and quirky shops, a cinema and the World of Beatrix Potter attraction. Three miles in the other direction, head to Ambleside, another bustling town with shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants and of course, walks in every direction. Two miles north on the A592 is the pretty village of Troutbeck, home to two traditional pubs with log fires: The Queens Head and the Mortal man; Holehird Gardens, and the National Trust’s Townend House. Further on you climb up to the magnificent Kirkstone Pass, then drop down to Brotherswater & Ullswater. A wonderful place to base you and your family for a Lake District break.
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.
Three bedrooms: 1 x kingsize with wall mount smart TV, ensuite shower room with thermostatic shower, WC, basin, shaving point, TV & patio doors onto private deck area.
1 x double with wall mount TV, 1 x twin with wall mount TV, each bedroom has USB charging points, all with storage, open plan living and dining area, one step up to the semi-divided kitchen with island sink, patio doors to the side deck with outdoor furniture .A barbecue slab is provided, please bring your own disposable BBQ and dispose of responsibly.
A few steps up to the lodge and all on single storey level apart from one step up to the kitchen.
Full gas central heating.
Gas hob, oven and grill, eye level electric oven, filter coffee machine, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, microwave, TV, DVD, sound bar with Bluetooth connectivity.
The lodge has a travel cot provided.
Parking for two cars.Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent (please bring any leisure towels).
Paw and boot cleaning area outside the lodge.
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.
Pub and shop on site 500 yards, village pub and shop two miles.
Complimentary WiFi is provided by the park and subject to fair usage guidelines, Quality and reliability of connection will vary based on the number of people using it, prevailing weather conditions and therefore may be limited or slower than you are used to, 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, We are not held responsible or liable for the WiFi on the park, If you encounter any issues with the WiFi, please contact White Cross Bay reception.
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.
Debra
Owners have thought of everything. Fully equipped and loved how much they catered for dogs. Included bowls and treats etc. Lodge was lovely and clean when we arrived. Only thing we found was the toilets didnât flush the best but unsure if that is a site thing rather than just the lodge. Would stay again.
Tanya
We truely had a magical time and made lots of beautiful memories. The lodge itself was lovely and relaxing. We were there when it was very sunny so to have decking in the shade was a comfort to us. My only recommendations would be blankets as additional snuggle comfort but that was our preference. There was also no BBQ drum albeit it didnât impact. Overall fantastic
Lesley
The extractor fan over the oven had no bottom grill on it and was full of spider webs . The good side, when we arrived the lodge was lovely and warm and a nice welcoming light was on . The xmas tree was a lovely touch too .
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