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Period character house with stunning views of Lake Windermere

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, free WiFi
Exterior
Interior
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Pet friendly

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Period character house with stunning views of Lake Windermere

Beautiful Lakeland house, situated in private gardens with ample private parking. Beautiful views of Lake Windermere, a 5 minute walk away and near to Waterhead with good pubs and restaurants.
Private garden with garden table,chairs and parasol.
The house sleeps 6 people (or 8 with sofa bed) with 2 super king sized bedrooms and a twin bedroom. One of the bedrooms is ensuite, with a shower. The other bedrooms share a modern family bathroom. There is a ground floor cloakroom with WC
We also have a sofa bed (ground floor) which can sleep 2 people. Travel cot also available.

Property manager

Gillian

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • 2 pets total (up to 50 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: The hob and ovens must be cleaned before checkout

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

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Exterior

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  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 50 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: 2 dogs permitted. We have dogs on site, separatel

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: We can supply a travel cot , high chair and a pram

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site; maximum attendees: 6
Note from host: No stags and hens but family celebrations allowed
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is recommended for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Windermere, England

What's nearby

  • Lake Windermere - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Ambleside Pier - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
  • World of Beatrix Potter - 8 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Wray Castle - 8 min drive - 6.6 km

Getting around

  • Windermere Station - 7 min drive
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 134 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ambleside Pier - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪Royal Oak - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Rothay Manor Hotel - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Lily Bar in Ambleside - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Waterhead Coffee Shop - ‬9 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Period character house with stunning views of Lake Windermere pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 50 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Period character house with stunning views of Lake Windermere ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Period character house with stunning views of Lake Windermere ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Period character house with stunning views of Lake Windermere located?

This family-friendly Windermere vacation home is located in the mountains, within a 10-minute walk of Lake Windermere and Ambleside Pier. Treetop Trek and Borrans Park are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Period character house with stunning views of Lake Windermere Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 31 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 31 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 31 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 31 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful home and lovely hosts

This is a beautiful historical home that is close to town, with lovely hosts. We enjoyed our stay very much. The beds were very cozy and warm, the kitchen well appointed, and contacting the host was very easy. We would highly recommend this accommodation!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Superb location and property

Best location you can have right on Lake Windermere and equidistant between Ambleside a Windermere towns The house is beautifully presented and modernised and has all amenities you would ever require Highly recommended
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Helen G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful

Everything we needed was there. Clean and comfortable and in a fantastic spot.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trish W., Murfreesboro, TN

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Home in a Beautiful Village

We loved everything about this house! The house is beautiful inside and out. The location is perfect and very walkable into Ambleside as well as down to the lake. David and Gillian are wonderful hosts too!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Dean R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic Location - Perfect for the Lake District

Property- fantastic. Many walks to forests/gardens/fells right from the property- Ferry to towns a 10 min walk. Grounds were charming- the kitchen is incredibly well kitted out for those who like to cook- very comfortable beds and the communication was great with the owners.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

CONSISTENT HIGH STANDARDS

We have stayed before in 2019 and found the house just as well presented and a pleasure to stay at There is no better location either Highly recommended
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gerald P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake District

The property owners are tremendous. Everything about staying at the house was special, including the dogs. WE were there over a bank holiday weekend. The traffic was awful and would recommend staying away from this area on major holidays.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jayne C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning!

Such a beautiful place. Exceptional 😊.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather O., Cincinnati, OH, USA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very comfortable and fantastic views

We were a family of 4 + 2 grandparents. This rental served as a super base for exploring the lakes. The property was well stocked with everything we needed for cooking evening meals and we enjoyed playing the board games provided. We also used the fire pit and outdoor space dedicated for this unit. The beds were VERY comfortable! Thank you for a fabulous stay. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

carole s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Superb family break

The property is amazing beautiful setting , characterful building excellent decor and facilities. Gillian was a a wonderful host helpful and friendly. The views of the lake stunning and walking straight into the fells from the back gate was so convenient. No need to use the car.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judy J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful 5 night stay

Fabulous & so comfortable. Great walks nearby Loved it all Many thanks David & Gillian.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great short break

Gorgeous location with stunning views, this property has everything you need for a break away. We travelled as a group of 6 and found the check in very easy. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nick E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake District stay

Nice location, property and friendly owner

10/10 Excellent

Melissa D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

Excellent location with exceptional views a short walk from the edge of Ambleside and very short walk from direct access to the lake. Loverly proportioned period buildings with high ceilings and that feeling of grandeur.

10/10 Excellent

Catherine R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The perfect holiday!

We had the best week at wansfell Holme, the house was perfect. We had plenty room for 6 adults and the house was immaculate. Couldn't be in a better location and Gillian and David were amazing hosts, and their three dogs made our holiday. Amazing views of both the lake and the mountains and with direct access to the fells and nearly direct access to the lake it was ideal. We will definitely be back! 5 stars
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic

Absolutely terrific stay! Thanks so much Gillian!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth P., London, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Will be back

We loved our stay in this idyllic property and will be looking forward to coming back one day.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Raff M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Brilliant stay with firebds

Went away with 5 old school friends. Perfect location with the lake on your doorstep and Ambleside just a short stroll away. Gillian was incredibly helpful and on hand. Would 100% recommend

10/10 Excellent

Kevin E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

January break

Beautiful property. Great location. Very friendly owner.

10/10 Excellent

Lesley G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful House

A wonderful NYE in a fantastic location. Beautiful property, would defonately stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

jackie M., San Francisco CA

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mum's 90th birthday celebration

Perfect weekend away with family. Warm ,cozy and perfectly located by the lake, and Ambleside. Will return in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

mike d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderfully comfortable

Easy to love Wansfell Holme and Gillian. Great stay, view and area. The bathroom on the upper floor was an experience worth paying for!

10/10 Excellent

andy p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

perfect

Beautiful location. Gillian was extremely helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Hack B., London

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great property and location!

Gillian was friendly and responded to inquiries very quickly. The property was superb in the best location. All bedrooms were specious! You won’t be disappointed!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tamar M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful house, beautiful location, great hospitality

Gillian is a very attentive and pleasant host. Everything is done to a high standard. The house is well equipped and maintained. It is minutes away from Ambleside and just across the road from the lake. The only slight issues are the Wi-Fi reception in the kids' rooms upstairs and the busy road which made it a little scary to cross to the lake.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019