Lakeside Cottage

62 Customer Reviews

• "We really enjoyed our stay in the cottage and I think some reviews about the cleanliness are unfair."

  The cottage was kitted with laundry pods and air drier, washing up liquid and other cleaning products, allowing us to tidy and clean as we went. The kitchen was lovely, we liked having the option of cooking for ourselves and there were more than enough plates, glasses, cutlery etc. The sofa and bed were comfortable and the place was very cosy - which was lovely because we stayed during a very cold week in February! The property is close to local villages and towns. The driveway could use some lights at the entrance in my opinion. When we arrived a bottle of wine was in the fridge (neither of us drink but it was a nice gesture), some local teas and coffees were laid out and they were of high quality, and some biscuits and breakfast items were available in a welcome basket. Some guidance on the property was printed and leaflets for local attractions was available. The WiFi wasn't massively reliable and was slow for watching tv in the evenings. We luckily had the option of downloading shows and watching them offline but worth being aware of this. The property was mostly clean, we noticed a couple of mug rings on surfaces in different locations, and some cereal on the floor in the bedroom which had obviously been dropped by previous guests. Overall the place was clean, just more attention to detail seems needed. The majority of the cottage was very clean and we didn't feel upset by the level of cleanliness and we didn't feel it was anything to bother the hosts about. Although I did notice stains on the bedsheets which looked spilled coffee marks, and if it was me, I'd replace them. However, the cottage was beautifully decorated and we found the shower had good pressure - which was very soothing after a cold day of hiking! We didn't use the bath but it is nice that the option is there. A towel and hand towel are provided for each person, they were decent quality. Bring your own shower gels and shampoos. Extra bedding was in a cupboard and a good quality hairdryer was in a drawer. I did notice the surface around the sink is lifting, so may be worth looking at that to prevent any water damage. The views were beautiful from the angled window upstairs and the garden had frequent visits from deer which we watched over breakfast from the french/patio doors! I would recommend this property as a comfortable holiday let for able bodied people. I would also stay again. It was a beautiful property to stay in and we very much enjoyed it. Thank you for a lovely stay.

  Reviewed by Deborah4.1★Feb 2025

• "Helpful hosts with email/messages before our upcoming trip."

  Beautiful cottage in a brilliant location close to Windermere and Ambleside. Nice addition of a little snack box with cereal and biscuits. Would definitely return and recommend to friends and family

  Reviewed by Heather5.0★Jan 2025

• "Excellent holiday home with access to a private jetty on Windermere Lake."

  Property clean and well equipped for a perfect holiday stay. A previous September feedback by a holiday maker appears unfair. We were happy with the cleanliness.

  Reviewed by Stephen4.7★Oct 2024

• "Fantastic holiday cottage."

  Spotlessly clean on arrival and equipped with all the essentials. Nice welcome pack including a bottle of wine and milk in the fridge. The owners who we had the pleasure to meet are lovely. The lake side area is a brilliant added bonus. Bus stop a short walk from the cottage and the service is excellent. We didn’t use our car all week. We were blessed with good weather which made for a brilliant holiday and we hope to return in the future.

  Reviewed by Paul5.0★Sep 2024

• "First the positives - the cottage is in a good location and has great access to good walks, bus routes and surrounding areas but the winner for this cottage is the lakeside area which was wonderful even when the weather was not."

  The downsides - the cleanliness should have been better, the upstairs not vacuumed, crumbs on the kitchen floor, sticky residue in the kitchen cupboards and grime around the taps. The bathroom is 'shabby' and seriously lets the property down and the toilet seat was dirty and ill fitting (we should have known this was not good in hindsight as there were no pictures of the bathroom on the site). When we stripped the bed linen there were stains on the pillow protectors and the pillows were flat and old. We have booked with Sykes Cottages on many occasions and have been generally pleased with the star ratings and description but feel this property needs to be re-assessed as it is not a luxury 5 star cottage. The photographs are misleading and the facilities of CD's, DVD, games were not there and the furnishings may be Laura Ashley but they were well past their best. There was no mention of the road noise which is clearly heard, particularly in the bedroom and the Lakeside Cottage was a good stretch away from the lake, lakeside we believed to be 'lake side'. We returned from holiday 2 days early and sent a message to the owners which they have not had the courtesy to reply to so lets hope they take the extra 2 days of no one being in the cottage to do a deep clean so the next guests aren't disappointed. The owners have said in a previous review that they should have been told of any issues at the time but they fail to take on board that guests should not have to confront owners and have upset on their holiday it is up to the owners to ensure all is well with the property in the first place.

  Reviewed by Gillian2.5★Sep 2024

• "Lovely cottage in an ideal and quiet location next to lake windermere and convenient location for exploring by bus or car."

  In fact, we used the excellent bus routes for our exploring.We stayed here for our honeymoon after getting married at Gretna Green!!

  Reviewed by Kenneth5.0★Aug 2024

• "The location was perfect for us with easy access to walks, buses and boats if required."

  The cottage was very clean and well stocked and the hosts were very helpful and friendly.

  Reviewed by Stephen5.0★May 2024

• "The cottage was clean and well equipped."

  Reviewed by Maurice4.7★May 2024

• "We had a lovely stay in the lakes which we know well having come to the area for the last 30 years."

  As for the property, there are some fantastic elements and a few let downs. The Good: - brilliant location, very convenient for Windermere and Ambleside. - bedroom storage is great with lots of space - private jetty and seating area by the lakeside is a real wow factor! reached by a 5 minute walk. - outside space by the cottage with bbq, is very good - cottage is homely and cosy - well stocked with cooking utensils and everything you might need The not so good: - bathroom has mould in places and perished sealant, making it look tired and needing a deep clean. - the pin location of the cottage on the map is misleading, as it is literally 20ft from the main road and traffic noise is inescapable. The pin location seems to be more where the owner’s residence is, which is further away from the road. If you’re used to traffic noise this probably won’t be an issue for you. - the overview description of the property saying “situated on the shores of the famous Lake Windermere” is a bit of a stretch as the cottage isn’t on the shore but is a 5 minute walk, be it a very pleasant walk. We met with the owners, who are very pleasant, and passed on our comments about the bathroom which they indicated would be remedied. Overall I would recommend the cottage as it does have alot going for it. Steve and Tina

  Reviewed by S2.8★Apr 2024

• "This property sadly lacks pride, maintenance and even basic cleanliness."

  There’s no doubt it’s a great location, and gardens looked immaculate. Unfortunately, my first experience while hanging my coat on the back of a dining chair, were crumbs on the seat. I was prepared to move on. Unfortunately, the kitchen floor was also dirty with many visible crumbs ans if not even hoovered, and cupboard interiors also looked unhygienic, as did the fridge. The freezer compartment needed defrosting. Relying on previous customers to wash up means some dishes also weren’t clean. The sofas looked like they’d been there since 1999, were uncomfy and grubby, as were the bed cushions and throw. The bed itself was exceptionally comfy and big, let down by tragic pillows. The bedroom wardrobe and drawer space were extensive, although broken hanger bits in the wardrobe base were unnecessary. The ancient CD player was covered in dust, as were socket tops, and bathroom towel railings. The hairdryer was wonderfully powerful. My husband didn’t shower in four days as he didn’t want to spend any longer in the en suite. The sink looks relatively recently replaced, but the finishing is poor, with already lifting surface. The extensive mould throughout the bathroom is inexcusable, possibly exacerbated by lack of working extractor. The grouting is haphazard and looks dirty, as did inside the cubby behind the bath, and the tissue holder, which didn’t have any tissues in it. I did have a bath and the hot water was plentiful and appreciated after walking. We were able to prepare all our meals, although couldn’t find a chopping board. And not even a drop of milk on arrival for a brew after a long journey is pitiful. We rationed toilet roll use on the last morning as we were going to run out. We appreciate the patience due to our mis-read of the check out time, although 9am is the earliest we’ve known, certainly given all the chores we had to do before leaving. The sanitiser either was empty, or didn’t work, like the kitchen clock. The website photos, adorned with flowers etc aren’t representative of this property’s presentation on arrival. And we wouldn’t have cooked on that barbecue even if weather permitted. We enjoyed our stay, only because the Lakes are so beautiful, but sadly feel very ripped off. The reviews and guest book comments don’t mirror our findings, so we appear to be unique in our views. But based on this experience, we shan’t use this website again, and have been recommended Lakelovers instead. This property absolutely can and should be a minimum 4*, and it has plentiful bookings, so best of luck to the owners and all who stay. We have photos of the above, excluding the en suite - although anyone could see the mould and shoddy workmanship for themselves. Thank you again for helping with the key incident and for patience on our check out. We hope the tidying we did (including hoovering downstairs) compensated.

  We are sorry that you have not enjoyed your stay at our cottage and would have liked to be given the opportunity to to put any issues right upon arrival. However we were not notified of these issues until you left this review. You refer to lack of maintenance since 1999. The property was not being used as a cottage back in 1999. In 2023 the following maintenance was carried out: New bed and headboard, new bedside lamps, throws and cushions. New bedding and pillows all anti allergic, new windows and doors in entire property. Redecorated inside and out. Patios relaid carpets and upholstery professionally cleaned cooker and bbq professionally cleaned. Over the last couple of years we have updated the fittings in the bathroom including a silent extractor so not to disturb sleep. Replaced pads in the sofas, installed smart tvs with access to tv and music streaming. Replaced curtains in bedroom. We would have happily shown you where the chopping boards were kept had you have asked and put right any cleaning issues that had been overlooked had we have been given the opportunity to do so at the onset especially given that you called our house keepers out on Saturday evening to extract the key from the lock. Our cleaner was very upset with the way she was spoken on this occasion and on your departure. We do not tolerate offensive behaviour towards our staff. We take great pride in endeavouring that our guests have a good stay with us Property Owner

  Reviewed by Alison1.3★Apr 2024

• "Back again for our first stay of 2024."

  Not the best week for weather, however we had a lovely week and got out and about walking and cycling despite the rain! Looking forward to returning to this special place soon.

  Jackie & AdrianApr 2024

• "Absolutely wonderful week Perfect location with easy access to drive around ..."

  Absolutely wonderful week Perfect location with easy access to drive around Lake District Cost accommodation Home away from home

  Reviewed by Kate5.0★Mar 2024

• "Thank you for a wonderful week."

  It was fantastic to get away from it all and be situated here in a perfect location for easy access to the National Park for hikes and incredible scenery. I look forward to staying again one day. This was the perfect place for some head space. Thank you so much!

  Kate TMar 2024

• "A very 'home from home' cottage."

  Everything needed for a comfortable stay. Stunning area with very impressive and dramatic scenery, was lovely to meet you both!

  JamesMar 2024

• "Enjoyed our stay in the cottage."

  It was like home from home. Lovely place and surroundings. Thank you for making it a pleasant stay.

  ShirleyFeb 2024

• "We had such a wonderful stay at Lakeside Cottage."

  Such a beautiful place, absolutely delightful. Cottage had everything we need for a stay. This place feels like a home. Looking for a stay I will definitely recommend. Wonderful scenic beauty all around. Looking forward to visit soon.

  Mamta & SabinJan 2024

• "Lovely stay in a very comfortable cottage."

  Amazing area with wonderful views despite the weather. Thank you.

  David & DawnJan 2024

• "Enjoyed my stay at the cotttage and definitely recommend this place."

  Reviewed by Renata5.0★Dec 2023

• "Although the weather was against us ("snow bomb'" followed by torrential rain) Lakeside Cottage was the ideal retreat."

  Always warm and cosy with everything you need for a relaxing break. The views are amazing and we'll definitely return when the weather allows us to make the most of the lake access. A special mention for our our hosts who couldn't have been more helpful or friendly.

  Reviewed by Nicholas5.0★Dec 2023

• "After being delayed by the thick snow, we loved our stay and the snow made the mountains look beautiful."

  We used the buses to travel around for the first two days (brilliant service & handy for all the main towns). Comfy bed, good shower, cosy living area - everything we look for when on holiday. Thank you for the welcome pack - really nice touch!

  Nick & PaulineDec 2023

• "What a great place to stay."

  We were really pleased with everything and the cottage was so lovely. It was a safe place to park the car, which is something we always have to consider. The facilities were amazing. We will definitely be back. Alyson & Robert Edgson

  Reviewed by Alyson5.0★Nov 2023

• "Everything you need for your stay, clean and with the lake on your doorstep to relax or take a dip."

  Definitely would recommend this property

  Reviewed by Dean5.0★Nov 2023

• "Had a great holiday although the weather wasn't the best."

  The property was lovely just as described. The traffic on the main road wasn't noticeable in the daytime and not to intrusive at night. We have booked again which proves how much we enjoyed the holiday. Thanks again John and Nicole.

  Reviewed by Carol5.0★Oct 2023

• "We had a great break at lakeside again, as the weather was not at its best we had ample opportunity to find out if the cottage was as comfortable as we remembered, it was!"

  , Nicole and John are great hosts being on hand but definitely not intrusive.

  Reviewed by Robin4.4★Sep 2023

• "Lovely property which had everything we needed."

  We were so lucky having the hottest week of the year that we made the most of the access to the lake, which was only about 250 metres down the drive. Would definitely recommend and will book again

  Reviewed by Gary5.0★Sep 2023

• "A lovely week- fantastic hosts, well- equipped, clean, spacious comfortable holiday home, private access to the water is a fantastic special feature."

  Would definitely recommend!

  Reviewed by Simon5.0★Aug 2023

• "A lovely comfortable Cottage with access to a private jetty."

  An ideal base for exploring the Lake District or just relaxing by the water's edge or for Kayaking or boating. Look forward to returning again soon.

  Reviewed by Alex5.0★Jul 2023

• "Had a lovely time at this cottage, very well equipped and looked after."

  I was wary in regard to reading the reviews about traffic noise, but this did not bother us after a time. Hostess was very friendly and accommodating. However, the bed was initially quite comfy, but after a few nights made you quite sore. Pillows could be softer too. There were some minor issues, cobwebs in areas and the fridge had a few spills not cleaned, the freezer could do with a defrost too, but understand this is not always possible whilst you have lets back to back. Having said all that this did not spoil our stay which was pleasant, made even better by the setting where the cottage is and the access to the private jetty. Would recommend.

  We sorry if a few things were missed during the cleaning and we do endeavour ti make sure everything is up to standard. The bed is new , it has only been in the cottage for a month and is a Hypnos hospitality super king size bed also the pillows are a medium softness and new. Property Owner

  Reviewed by Charlotte4.1★Jul 2023

• "Outstanding location and on good bus routes if you dont want to drive everywhere and worry about parking."

  But not the high standard of other cottages we have stayed in. There were crumbs on the kitchen floor, in the food cupboard together with a half eaten packet of crisps. There was also food debris on the sofa which we had to brush off. Not good!

  We apologise if the packet of crisps was overlooked. We endeavour to ensure that our cottages are as clean as possible Property Owner

  Reviewed by Janet2.5★Jul 2023

• "We had a lovely week in the lake district our accommodation was great, clean comfortable and close to amenities, just a short walk to Windermere lake ,and the weather was good ."

  Reviewed by Wayne5.0★Apr 2023

• "For a lovely setting Lakeside Cottage has it all , very well equipt , cozy and an added bonus of use of a private jetty."

  Will bppk again in the future.

  Reviewed by Anthony4.7★Apr 2023

• "Excellent property, very clean lovely location and friendly hosts."

  Reviewed by Gillian5.0★Mar 2023

• "Accommodation was lovely, warm and welcoming."

  Fabulous location and wonderful views. Owner affable and also made us feel very welcome - thank you! Would need to check outdoor lights as one of ours wasn’t working and my wife has limited vision. This caused difficulties in the dark at this time of year. Otherwise very happy which is why I rated it 5 stars.

  Reviewed by Stewart4.7★Mar 2023

• "The host were very friendly and hospital."

  We couldn't fault the cottage or the location. Our stay was very enjoyable ☺️

  Reviewed by Martin5.0★Jan 2023

• "Fabulous cottage, fabulous location."

  All instructions are fantastic, welcome pack and information and excellent. Really cosy, warm, clean and although we didn’t have the weather - the jetty and lakeside space is so lovely. Parking fab, bed comfy, great water pressure and well stocked kitchen. Thank you!!

  Reviewed by Sophie5.0★Dec 2022

• "The cottage was ideally located for all amenities."

  However, we were disappointed to find it was nearer the busy road than the lakeside which was not the impression given by the photographs.

  Reviewed by Colin3.1★Dec 2022

• "The cottage was very comfortable and well equipped and there was a very appreciated welcome pack on arrival."

  We only met Nicole and she was very friendly and easy to talk to. We would highly recommend this cottage.

  Reviewed by Stan5.0★Nov 2022

• "We enjoyed a very relaxed and tranquil stay at this property."

  It was very clean and comfortable and well equipped. We arrived in the dark early evening and were pleasantly met with a warm cottage. There was very convenient parking which made the quality aspect of our stay. Overall the experience was quality and style and comfort. We definitely felt we as guests were prioritised. Personally I was in awe of the breathtaking beauty of the views from the private jetty. It was captivating and uplifting. We are longstanding Lakes visitors. We would definitely consider a return visit.

  Reviewed by Monica5.0★Nov 2022

• "Excellent comfortable accommodation in a great location."

  A good base for exploring the Lakes as well as having access to a private quay for either just chilling by the Waterside or, as in our case, launching our inflatable canoe. We look forward to visiting again.

  Reviewed by Alex5.0★Sep 2022

• "What a fantastic little cottage in what can only be described as the perfect location to enjoy The Lake District and switch off on your stay."

  Run by the most welcoming and heart warming people you will meet, everything is in the cottage that you will need to enjoy your stay and the surprise of the idyllic private Jetty is something we both cherished and take away happy memories. We will defiantly be staying here again, sooner rather than later.

  Reviewed by Gareth4.7★Jul 2022

• "The owners made us feel very welcome."

  The cottage is very comfortable and clean. Its location is perfect to tour the Lakes and has private lakeside frontage which was beautiful to sit and take in the fantastic views of Lake Windermere after a busy day exploring the area.

  Reviewed by Lisa5.0★May 2022

• "We had a lovely week at Nicole and John’s cottage, they were very welcoming."

  A nice welcome pack was there for us on arrival and the cottage was like home from home, the grounds are beautiful. We would highly recommend and will definitely return.

  Reviewed by Wayne5.0★May 2022

• "Lovely little cottage in a good location as its quite central to travel around."

  The private area near the lake was perfect to take a flask down and watch the sunset across the lake. There is some traffic noise from the road but it didn't bother us as we went March so didn't sit outside the cottage itself, we went down to the lake to sit. The cottage has everything you need for a perfect stay in the lakes.

  Reviewed by Lisa4.7★Mar 2022

• "Great location, unfortunately didn’t get to fully use the property as for ..."

  Great location, unfortunately didn’t get to fully use the property as for yellow weather warnings for heavy rain and floods only stayed 4 nights out of 7 absolutely gutted as the Lakes are awesome

  It was unfortunate that the weather was very bad during your stay and as such you were not able to make full use of our lake front facilities but these things can happen in autumn in the Lake District Property Owner

  Reviewed by David3.1★Oct 2021

• "Great break."

  Excellent base. For anyone not savvy with smart Tv ,streaming etc a dvd player would be great to use with great size tv in lounge. Owners of cottage so helpful. Would come back.

  Reviewed by Helen5.0★Oct 2021

• "Lovely cottage and well equipped but the noise from the traffic was bad, the cottage was right next to the main (very busy) road."

  Was expecting peace and quiet.

  Reviewed by Tracey3.4★Sep 2021

• "Cottage was beautiful and was amazing at the lakeside everything we needed to have baraque i would go back ."

  Lovely couple so helpful lovely hosts could not to enough for us to have a lovely holiday .Windermere and Amblieside 5 minute drive away .

  Reviewed by Lisa5.0★Jul 2021

• "Liked how close it was to brockhole so there was activities for us as we can't drive."

  The views were nice and everything was nice and comfy great for a short stay

  Reviewed by Pippi4.4★May 2021

• "The owners were on hand and very hospitable."

  The private jetty onto lake Windermere was delightful with beautiful views across the lake. The cottage was very comfortable and well equipped, just right for two.

  Reviewed by Lynne5.0★Apr 2021

• "Excellent stay, everything we needed was provided, lovely welcome and great location!"

  Reviewed by Charlotte5.0★Dec 2020

• "The cottage was like home from home."

  In the perfect place for easy access to lots of lovely places. Love Grasmere. We enjoyed the stay that much we have booked for same time next year.

  Reviewed by Joanne5.0★Oct 2020

• "We stayed last October and enjoyed it then."

  This booking was for May but changed because of Covid.

  Reviewed by Christine5.0★Oct 2020

• "Only thing i would say was the cottage was next to a busy main road and was noisy but apart from that it was okay."

  Reviewed by Aaron3.8★Mar 2020

• "Really enjoyed our week in the Lakes at lakeside cottage in Ecclerigg."

  Weather not too bad for this time of the year, we had no problems with the accommodation everything that we had hoped for, close to Lake Windermere and also able to cruise on the lake via the Brockhole pier. Plenty of excellent cafes and restaurants in the area for Lunch, dinners and afternoon teas. Hope to visit soon.

  Reviewed by Melvyn3.8★Feb 2020

• "The cottage wasn't as close to the lake as the pictures showed which was disappointing."

  The sofas had seen better days. The bath filled up when having a shower. Pillows were hard. It was a lovely cottage but few things were disappointing which was a shame. It was also expensive which may stop us goining back in the summer to this cottage.

  Reviewed by Chris3.1★Feb 2020

• "The cottage was a home from home."

  It was always nice and warm when getting back after our cold walks. Nicely set up and very convenient for travelling around the lakes. We love the lakes and would highly recommend.

  Reviewed by Keri4.4★Jan 2020

• "The house is in beautiful grounds and is an ideal little get away setting."

  Extremely relaxing location and in a very well situated location in between Windermere, Bowness-on-Windermere and Ambleside. During the summer months I should imagine the use of the lakeside decking area would be absolutely of benefit. It is difficult to imagine the distance of this decking from the house. When we first booked the description of the house led us to believe that this decking was situated directly to the front of the house. The lakeside decking is a short walk down what could be described as a driveway in beautiful surroundings. It is still extremely ideal and I highly recommend a stay. The house was very well equipped for cosy nights in during the autumn evenings.

  Reviewed by Kelly4.4★Oct 2019

• "New filling required on couch cushions ."

  .. very soft through general usage ... otherwise all ok

  Reviewed by John4.4★Sep 2019

• "We loved the cottage, very friendly owners too and we thoroughly enjoyed the deck on the lake, we thought the cottage provided a perfect base for exploring the area and we would probably go there again."

  BUT, we feel that the cottage was not accurately portrayed, it's proximity to the busy A591 provided constant traffic noise, we can understand why this was not mentioned but feel this is disingenuous. ALSO the cottage description gives the impression that the lake side deck is adjacent to the cottage whereas it is a 5 min walk away. This was a surprise to us but in the end not a problem but it could be for some people, so again this amounts to miss-selling by omission.

  Thank you very much for your recent feedback! We pride ourselves on advertising with transparency and as such I have updated the description to reflect your feedback. Property Owner

  Reviewed by David4.4★Sep 2019

• "A great holiday in a great location."

  very well appointed and comfortable.

  Reviewed by Brian5.0★Aug 2019

• "Beautiful cottage the owners was really nice and welcoming and helpful."

  Reviewed by Martyn5.0★Aug 2019

• "We thoroughly enjoyed our holiday at lakeside."

  What a treat to be so near to Windermere. We were made really welcome by the owners and their recommendations of where to visit, which we followed. They ensured our holiday ran smoothly. We could not have asked for better

  Reviewed by Richard5.0★Jul 2019

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