Guests say
The Whins in Windermere is highly praised for its comfort, well-equipped facilities, and beautiful location. Guests appreciate the tasteful presentation, quality furnishings, and the property's readiness for their stay. The garden and surrounding views are repeatedly mentioned as highlights, contributing to a serene and idyllic experience. Some minor issues are noted, but the overall sentiment is extremely positive, with many guests expressing a desire to return.
The property generally receives high marks for cleanliness, with guests finding it well-appointed and comfortable. However, a few guests noted minor issues such as crumbs on the kitchen floor and stains inside cupboards, which slightly detract from an otherwise clean environment.
The location is consistently lauded for its ideal positioning close to Bowness, Windermere, and various walking trails. The scenic and secluded setting is a highlight for many guests, contributing to the property's charm.
Guests find The Whins very comfortable, with special mentions of the comfortable beds and furniture. There is a single mention of beds needing an upgrade, but overall, the comfort level is rated highly.
The property is celebrated for being well-equipped and maintained, with a large screen TV and good quality equipment. Some guests mentioned issues such as unavailable log burners and a heating problem, but these seem to be exceptions rather than the rule.
While guests are pleased with the overall experience, there is no specific mention of gifts or special touches that would fall under the category of thoughtfulness. Therefore, it is not possible to provide a score in this category.
About this property
The Whins is a delightful detached period cottage nestled in its own gardens on the edge of Bowness-on Windermere, Cumbria. The cottage has recently been renovated, with new flooring, soft furnishings, and appliances; making for an ideal base for couples looking to explore the breathtaking splendour of the Lake District National Park. It is close to the tranquil waters of Lake Windermere and enjoys a well-furnished interior. When you arrive, generous off-road parking will meet you before you enter the charming dwelling and put your coats on the cloak rack in the entry Hall. Enter the galley-style kitchen, which is amply-equipped with everything you need for a self-catered stay. Enjoy your meal in the lovely dining room while toasting to a well-earned break. Relax in the pleasant sitting room for the evening while watching a captivating film on the 55" Smart TV or Blue Ray/DVD player, listening to music, or reading a book from the selection available. When night falls, climb the stairs to find two well-appointed bedrooms with super-king and king-size beds. The family bathroom, which is nicely presented with a bath and walk-in shower, completes the décor, giving guests the option of a relaxing soak or a rejuvenating refresh. Start your day with a steaming mug of coffee in the terrace, soaking in the peaceful beauty of the setting looking over the fields towards the lake, while you plan your day of Lake District adventures from a collection of brochures/maps/books. If you don't want to cook, neighbouring Bowness and Windermere have a wide range of superb restaurants, from gourmet food to welcoming pubs, as well as a selection of cafés and ice cream shops. For a special occasion, why not step out the door and take a short walk to Simon Rogan's 'Henrock' restaurant at the Linthwaite House Hotel, or alternatively enjoy a pre-booked meal at The Whins, cooked by the award winning chef and delivered to your door. The lovely Arts and Crafts House, Blackwell, is just moments away from The Whins, for people interested in culture. Literary enthusiasts will love a visit to Beatrix Potter's World, while those seeking action will enjoy Lake Windermere's array of watersports, cruises, boat hiring, and fishing. Also close by is the award-winning Windermere Jetty Museum, which displays a beautiful collection of antique boats and is well worth a visit; a lovely journey on a vintage tiny steam boat is also available. Catch the Windermere Steamer to Lakeside, where you may encounter with freshwater and marine animals at the Lakes Aquarium or explore Stott Park Bobbin Mill, a 19th-century former worker mill. Alternatively, take the boat to the charming village of Ambleside at the Lake's northern end. Grizedale Forest isn't far, with its rough terrain, picturesque treks, and renowned outdoor sculptures. The attractive, bustling towns of Kendal and Keswick, with their superb shopping, are easily accessible. For a wonderful, Cumbrian retreat all year-round, choose The Whins. Please note this property only accepts adults.
Bowness and Windermere, the twin towns, are both vibrant, fun-filled villages located in the stunning surroundings of the Lake District. Both towns include a variety of services, shops, and restaurants to suit all interests, with the added bonus of a boat excursion to Bowness, the Lakeside Aquarium, and Beatrix Potter's 'Hill Top House' at Sawrey. Grizedale Forest Park is a short drive away and offers a variety of activities such as numerous fantastic hikes, mountain biking, and the 'Go Ape' adventure park.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x super-king-size, 1 x king-size.
Bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Electric oven and halogen hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washer/dryer.
Dining room.
Sitting room.
Gas central heating.
Smart TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included In rent.
Bed linen and towels included In rent.
Off-road parking for 3 cars.
Garden with pond and seating.
Sorry, no pets inside the house or in the garden, and no smoking.
Shop 1.1 miles, pub 0.7 miles.
Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping Bond of £200.
Note: This property accepts adults only.
Reviews (20)
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David
Enjoyed feeding and watching the wildlife. Some things that would have made our stay even better were a hand rail leading down along the three steps to the back door also a hand rail on the hall stairway on the opposite side to the existing one and taken to the bottom stair to make it safer. The description should mention it is tricky pulling out on to the road from the house, as the traffic is quite busy both day and night it is fast and you have to rely on windows down to hear approaching traffic would a roadside mirror be possible opposite the gate. Finally it is the only property we have ever been to that doesnât even have the basic starter pack of dishcloth, washing sponge, two dishwasher tablets. Overall we would recommend The Whins to family and friends but would mention our minor concerns.
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Gaynor
It was a privilege staying there, the decor was so in keeping with the character of the property, plus the garden and surrounding scenery was superb. Our only suggestion would be a more updated kitchen as this seemed a little tired. Everything was as described and more. We only discovered on the last day where the garden furniture cushions are kept and that we could have turned on the central heating, but that was our fault for not reading the introduction manual to the cottage in more detail! Few minor niggles (1) on arrival no welcome pack, which was disappointing considering the price (2) upon arrival few crumbs on the kitchen floor and on surfaces, plus few stains inside kitchen cupboards, and coffee grounds at the bottom of the caddy from the previous visitor, (3) and most disappointing was the separate electric shower as the water flow is poor and the water temperature was dangerously hot (in fact scalding) at times when the temperature surged, despite trying to keep the temperature consistent, this meant that for the majority of the shower it was tepid or cold as frightened of being burnt, we gave it up as a bad job, we took baths instead using the over bath shower. These minor points wouldnât prevent us from booking to stay again. Thank you again for such a wonderful cottage, we have some great memories of our stay and we look forward to staying again at some point in the future.
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Caroline
Beautiful traditional cottage, modernized enough but still retaining original features which we loved. Very homely. Garden and seating areas outside were perfect when we had the sunshine. Would definitely recommend.