Guests say
Guests consistently praise Squirrels Nook for its cleanliness, comfort, and prime location in Windermere. The lodge is celebrated for its modern amenities, cosy atmosphere, and thoughtful touches, including a welcome pack. The property is dog-friendly, with many enjoying the surrounding woodland and lake proximity. Minor issues are occasionally mentioned but do not detract from the overall positive experience.
Reviewers frequently commend the lodge for its spotlessness, with several comments highlighting the exceptional cleanliness, even while being pet-friendly. This indicates a high standard of hygiene and care.
The lodge's location is highly praised for its closeness to the lake, woodland walks, and local attractions. The serene setting and easy access to entertainment options contribute to its high rating.
Comfort is a recurring theme in the reviews, with guests finding the lodge cosy and the furniture, including sofas and beds, very comfortable. The warm and welcoming atmosphere is appreciated by many.
Facilities are generally well-regarded, with mentions of a well-equipped kitchen and on-site amenities. Some minor feedback on additional kitchen items and a power cut incident slightly affect the score.
The owners' thoughtfulness is evident through mentions of welcome packs and treats for dogs. While these gestures are greatly appreciated, it is noted that such personal touches, though likely, are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Squirrels Nook is a well-presented, single-storey lodge nestled on the White Cross Bay Holiday Park near Troutbeck Bridge in Cumbria. Perfect for a family or friends, the lodge’s open-plan interior is designed to make you feel right at home, with a decking area outside with furniture, providing the ideal spot to soak up the views of the surrounding area. Once you’ve parked your car in the off-road parking area, you can take a moment to appreciate the fresh country air before getting to know your new home-from-home. This single-storey lodge offers a bright and airy open-plan living space, complete with a kitchen, dining area, and sitting area with electric fire to keep you toasty in the cooler months. After a day of sightseeing, enjoy a restful night in one of the two bedrooms - a double with TV and en-suite walk-in shower room, and a twin room. A family bathroom with bath and shower over completes the interior, where you can prepare for the day ahead. Step outside to the wraparound decking area with furniture and take in the views of the surrounding area, perfect for a spot of alfresco dining or a glass of wine as you watch the sun go down. There are excellent on-site leisure facilities, such as the indoor heated swimming pool, sauna, gym and games area for the younger members of your party. Plus the shore of Lake Windermere is less than five minutes walk away, from where you can admire this stunning landscape. Locally, you can participate in watersports or, if you prefer, a cruise on Lake Windermere. Bowness-on-Windermere has superb bars and restaurants to enjoy, whilst the quieter village of Ambleside is a short drive away and is really the perfect way to spend an afternoon mooching around the local shops. In every direction you are surrounded by beautiful countryside, which makes this area so popular at any time of the year. With so much to do, a stay at Squirrels Nook is an ideal base to explore the wonders of the Lake District.
White Cross Bay holiday park nestles on the shores of Lake Windermere, midway between Windermere and Ambleside, in the Lake District National Park. Consisting of many lodges, it offers a restaurant, pub, shop, entertainment room, amusement arcade, indoor swimming pool with Jacuzzi, sauna and steam room, gym, children's staffed activity centre, marina and outdoor play areas. Lake Windermere, the largest and most popular in the area, boasts a wide range of lakeside activities from walking and cycling to rowing, horse riding, taking a trip on the steam railway, plus lake cruises from Bowness to the pretty village of Ambleside and down to Lakeside, which has a celebrated aquarium. Children will also enjoy The World of Beatrix Potter in Bowness-on-Windermere, where technology brings her characters to life, and Brockhole Lake District Visitor Centre, with its Treetop Trek aerial adventure is a short walk away from the site. With destinations including Coniston Water, Kendal, Keswick and the Lakeland Mountains all within easy reach, this location is perfect for a Lake District holiday at any time of the year.
Accommodation
Single-storey.
Two bedrooms: 1 x double with TV and en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with electric fire.
Utility
Gas central heating.
Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and dishwasher.
Smart TV, TV and WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for 2 cars.
Enclosed wraparound decking with furniture.
Sorry, no smoking.
Two dogs welcome.
Shop 0.5 miles, pub 0.4 miles.
Note: Though the property is single-storey, there are steps up to the decking.
Note: 50 yard walk to on-site leisure facilities including swimming pool, hot tub, sauna, restaurant and more.
Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out by 10am.
Please note, charging of electric vehicles is not permitted in this lodge, The nearest charging point can be found at Booths Supermarket in Windermere.
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,
Note: For use of the onsite facilities, a complex pass is required, these can be purchased from reception
Reviews (15)
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Claire
Our second time this year! We love the cosiness and position of this lodge. Property is clean and well equipped for a relaxing stay. We will be back!
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Denise Elizabeth Ann
We will definitely stay again x
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Melanie
The owners are very approachable and accommodating. Some lovely little touches on arrival. Position of lodge on the park is great quite secluded. I would highly recommend staying here. Dog friendly, and even supplies blankets and bowls and treat jar.