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Snowflake Cottage

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Windermere, Cumbria & The Lake District Show on map

4.9

Sykes rating

  • 6 Guests

  • 3 Bedrooms

  • 2 Bathrooms

  • Pets Yes

Features

  • Off road parking
  • Garden / Patio
  • Pub/shop < 1 mile
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

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27 Customer Reviews

  • "Snowflake Cottage is the perfect holiday home for the Lakes Beautifully decorated and furnished."

    with comfy beds and chairs, and a well equipped kitchen. Perfect to have a parking space as well as a visitors car pass, in case friends/ family visit. Location-wise is unbeatable, just a few metres walk to a train, bus, bars, restaurants and shops, as well as many walks in the South Lakes. We’ll definitely be back .. thank you so much

    Thank you so much for reviewing Snowflake cottage; we are thrilled you found it provided everything you needed. We also love the location and totally agree you have so many choices on your doorstep. We’d love to welcome you back. Sarah and Stuart Property Owner

    Reviewed by Sarah5.0Oct 2024

  • "Thank you for letting us stay at your beautiful cottage at such short notice."

    This was due to an issue at another property we were staying at. Sykes did amazing at sorting us somewhere else so quickly. This cottage literally has everything you need for a comfortable and relaxing stay. Spotless clean with lovely fluffy towels and plenty of space for everyone to relax in. The cottage is located in a prime spot so close to the local shops and restaurants in Windermere. The parking space at the back was an added bonus if you come by car. I don’t use my car here as we enjoy walking and using the local bus services, the bus stop is around the corner. We would definitely recommend this property and hope to return in the future.

    Great to hear we could accommodate you and you found Snowflake offered everything you needed. It is very cosy and a fantastic location. Agree the local bus service is excellent and takes away the hassle of parking in other villages. We’d love to see you return, best wishes, Sarah and Stuart. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Angela4.7Sep 2024

  • "Wow what can I say, this is such a lovely cottage."

    A lot bigger on the inside from what it looks outside, we were a family of five and had plenty of room, it may be a little cramped in the lounge if there are six of you. Bedrooms lovely, only a minor point, it would be nice if both bedrooms could be king size beds as the double is small if you are over 6 foot. Location is perfect everything you need on your doorstep. Would definitely recommend.

    Thanks so much for your lovely review - great to hear you found the cottage larger than anticipated. It is a little like a tardis!Thanks for your thoughts on bed - we will certainly take that on board when we’re making changes. We hope to see you again, Sarah and Stuart. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Dawn4.7Sep 2024

  • "Lovely property in an ideal location close to all of Windermere's amenities."

    Very clean and tidy, and really well-presented. Only issue we had was no access to BBC channels without logging into iPlayer on the smart TV in the lounge and login required to watch Channel 4 etc. via the TV apps, but that wasn't really detrimental to the property as a whole. Parking at the rear of the property was a real plus, given that Windermere town is often very busy and parking is at a premium. Have stayed in less appealing properties in and around Bowness and Windermere, and this one really stood out for all the right reasons. Spacious and roomy, with high ceilings and big bedrooms, and no less than 3 toilets over the 3 floors. Nothing bad to say about Snowflake Cottage at all. Worth the money and a great base for a family break in the Lake District.

    Thanks very much for your lovely review. We are delighted you enjoyed the cottage and found it bright and spacious. The parking space certainly proves a great advantage- especially during the holiday period when Windermere is even more popular. We’d love to welcome you back. All the best Sarah and Stuart Property Owner

    Reviewed by Paul5.0Aug 2024

  • "Had a wonderful stay at Snowflake cottage, there was everything that we needed in the cottage except an ironing board ."

    Great location ,very clean ,would definitely book again

    Hi Deirdre Thanks for taking time to review snowflake and we are delighted you had a wonderful stay. We will certainly look at the options of a small ironing board at the cottage, thanks for highlighting. We look forward to welcoming you back. All the best, Sarah Property Owner

    Reviewed by Deirdre5.0Jul 2024

  • "Wonderful house, its home from home couldn’t ask for more."

    It was very clean and had everything we needed. It’s great having the parking space which is plenty big but can be tight manoeuvring into the lane between parked cars. Just a minute walk across the road to the co-op and to the Main Street lots of coffee shops and restaurants, lovely ice cream shop - no hills unlike Bowness which is a short drive, beautiful but full of tourists and bus trips of school kids. There is a little gravel area at the front of the house which was useful for my small dogs. Highly recommend and would definitely love to return.

    Hi Karen Thanks so much for your review. We are thrilled to hear the cottage offered everything you wished for. Agree that Windermere totally hits the spot offering everything on your doorstep. We’d be delighted to welcome you back. All the best Sarah and Stuart Property Owner

    Reviewed by Karen5.0Jun 2024

  • "Great location however, in needs on lots of attention."

    Property had everything we needed for a short stay with friends. Decoration is in need of a lot of tidying up. The house was overall fairly clean but lots of cobwebs around light fittings. Also smelt damp on arrival. Also missed having TVs in bedrooms.

    Thank you for your review. We are sorry to hear you felt the cottage didn’t meet your standards. Snowflake cottage was fully redecorated less than one year ago and is regularly monitored for wear and tear. The damp smell has been explored and is no longer evident. We can only assume it was an unexplainable one-off on your arrival for which we apologise. We do hope this didn’t spoil your stay. Our best wishes Sarah and Stuart Property Owner

    Reviewed by Sarah2.8Jun 2024

  • "Snowflake cottage is perfect for a stay in Windermere."

    Such a lovely cottage! Furnished to a very nice standard so nice for relaxing. Perfect location for shops and restaurants and a great base for heading out sightseeing or walking. The car park space is a real bonus! Park up and forget about your car. Very clean and comfortable. I would visit again!!

    We are thrilled to hear you enjoyed your stay and found the cottage lovely. Totally agree, it’s a real bonus to have everything on the doorstep. We’d love to welcome you back. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Alison5.0May 2024

  • "We’ve throughly enjoyed our stay at Snowflake Cottage."

    The house is beautifully decorated with ample space and the location is brilliant. No need to use the car once you’ve arrived as you have all you need on your doorstep. Looking to book again soon

    Thank you so much for your lovely review- we are delighted you had a great time and we very much look forward to welcoming you back soon. Best wishes Sarah Property Owner

    Reviewed by Samantha5.0May 2024

  • "We had a really nice stay at Snowflake Cottage."

    The cottage is in an excellent location. Can't fault anything at all. Highly recommended

    Reviewed by Trevor5.0Apr 2024

  • "Lovely cottage."

    Perfect location.

    Hi Anne Thank you for taking the time to review our cottage. We are delighted you found the cottage lovely and the location to be perfect. Exactly what we love to hear. We hope to welcome you back. Best wishes Sarah Property Owner

    Reviewed by Anne5.0Mar 2024

  • "Amazing cottage in a brilliant location We had a really enjoyable stay at Snowflake cottage."

    We found it to be immaculate, extremely comfortable, beautifully furnished & decorated and really well equipped. It’s in an ideal location so close to the centre of Windermere, with a parking space at the back which is a huge benefit.

    Andy, Angela, Alison And MikeJan 2024

  • "Absolutely lovely place to stay."

    Everything we needed, and loved the welcome pack, thank you. Never been to the Lakes before, will certainly be back and would not hesitate in recommending the cottage to my friends.

    Hi Susan It was fantastic to hear you found Snowflake a lovely place to stay. Also great to hear you loved the lakes and will return to this beautiful area. We’d really appreciate any recommendations you make to family and friends. All the best Sarah Property Owner

    Reviewed by Susan5.0Dec 2023

  • "Very comfortable and in a great location."

    Lots of space, great to be able to park two cars and very convenient for shops, bars and buses.

    Hi Kim Thanks so much for taking the time to review our property. Agree the location is a perfect spot to really enjoy the beautiful lakes. We’d love to welcome you back. Sarah Property Owner

    Reviewed by Kim5.0Dec 2023

  • "What an amazing week staying at Snowflake Cottage."

    Beautiful decor, plenty of space, perfect base for being outdoors and everything had been thought about to make the stay as close to being at home as possible (with added lakes and mountains nearby!) Added bonus of parking and being dog friendly. In fact, it was one of the best holiday cottages we have ever stayed in as a family. Thank you.

    We are so delighted you enjoyed your stay at Snowflake cottage and very pleased that you found it offered everything you wished for. We’d love to welcome you back. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Gill5.0Nov 2023

  • "An excellent and well presented property, in a good location for shops and public transport."

    We would love to return.

    Hi Helen, thanks so much for your wonderful review. It means a lot to us to hear you found the cottage to be well presented. We look forward to your return. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Helen5.0Oct 2023

  • "Lovely, well equipped property in an excellent location."

    Thoroughly recommend.

    We are delighted you enjoyed your stay and the cottage provided all the comfort you needed. We’d love to welcome you back. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Kathy5.0Sep 2023

  • "Stay was lovely."

    Loud neighbours and on busy road. Could not check 8n until 4pm but 3pm stated in confirmation.

    Hi Paul Thanks for the feedback and so glad you enjoyed your stay. Sorry to hear about the noise which was most unusual. The house on one side is also a holiday let, we will mention it to the agents. Best wishes Sarah Property Owner

    Reviewed by Paul5.0Aug 2023

  • "We had a lovely week at Snowflake cottage, so nice being close to Windermere village centre with cafes, bars and shops."

    The cottage was lovely and comfortable with all we needed. When we had a problem with the property Sykes were very helpful and prompt in sorting it out as were the owners. The only thing on the website that wasn't clear is the parking. There is an off road parking space at the property as well as a permit to park on the road at the front, so room for two cars.

    Hi Janine Thanks so much for your review. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay and found both the cottage and location as you would have hoped. Thanks also for your feedback regarding parking, we have now updated the website to clarify the parking situation. We hope to welcome you back. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Janine4.7Jul 2023

  • "Great cottage, well placed for hills, restaurants and bars, only a short distance to lake at Bowness on Windermere."

    Over the last few years we have been to many cottages and this is probably the best one we have been to, clean and well furnished. Coupe of minor areas for improvement, leaky tap in kitchen sink and small leak from sink in first bathroom bathroom. Would benefit from a gate in back garden to make it fully enclosed, otherwise perfect.

    Hi Stephen Thanks so much for taking the time to review, it’s fantastic to hear it’s one of the best cottages you have visited. Sorry to hear about the leaking taps which we will get sorted. A gate has now been fitted, sorry it wasn’t in place during your stay due to a delay with installers. The area is now secure. We hope to welcome you back at some point in the future. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Stephen5.0Jun 2023

  • "Lovely cottage in a great central location."

    No complaints about the cottage only suggestion would be a gate in the back garden so those guests with dogs can let them out securely. Other than that fabulous great to have a parking space and will definitely return to this cottage.

    Hi Sarah Thanks so much for your review, we are delighted you enjoyed the cottage and location. I’m pleased to advise a gate has now been fitted which had been our intention, however unfortunately there was a slight delay in fitting gate due to the installers. Apologies it wasn’t in place for your stay. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Sarah5.0Jun 2023

  • "The cottage was ideal."

    It is of a very high standard and immaculate. The finishing's throughout are all of high quality.

    Thank you for your feedback, we are so glad that you enjoyed your stay and the cottage amenities. Lakes Cottage Holidays Owner Relations Property Owner

    Reviewed by Alan5.0Jun 2023

  • "Perfect cottage in perfect location with everything on our doorstep ."

    Cottage is nice and roomy with three spacious bedrooms and the kids loved the top floor bedroom . Lovely lounge and dining room which we used every night and everything you could need is available in the kitchen . Everything is top notch and we won’t hesitate to visit again

    Matthew Emma And FamilyApr 2023

  • "Not sure photographs on website do justice to this very cute holiday cottage."

    We stayed with our friends, another couple, and all agreed place great. Feel cottage would accommodate young and old along with families or couples enjoying a break away together. It’s a very traditional cottage with beautiful stonework popular in the lake district. Great on-suite bedroom on the 3rd level offering a ‘break-out’ space if you like some downtime or perfect for teenagers. Had a fabulous holiday which won’t be our last as we will return with our grandchildren.

    ClareApr 2023

  • "What a great time we had during our first trip to the lakes."

    Everything was spot-on, comfortable beds, cosy lounge, great dining room. Windermere is a fab place and cottage a 2 minute walk into town offering lots of bars and restaurants. Bowness is a 15-minute walk away, providing even more choice. Will re-book this cottage, hopefully returning in the summer when everywhere will be even more beautiful.

    Clare And PeteApr 2023

  • "Great stay, great cottage and great location."

    We did lots of walks during our stay, arriving home tired at the end of the day to a very comfortable cottage with a brilliant, large bath. Loved the local bars and restaurants for a few enjoyable evenings out.

    Mary And PeterMar 2023

  • "We really enjoyed our stay at Snowflake Cottage which absolutely met our expectations."

    The location couldn’t have been better, and the cottage was very cosy and tastefully decorated. Loved the décor throughout along with the prosecco awaiting our arrival. We had everything we could have asked for in a perfect spot and will definitely return

    Ellie And IzzyMar 2023

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This property is part of the Lakelovers collection.
We have properties to suit every occasion throughout the southern and central Lake District including; Ambleside Cottages, Bowness Cottages, Coniston Cottages, Grasmere Cottages, Hawkshead Cottages, Lakeside Cottages, Langdale Cottages, Troutbeck Cottages, Ulswater Cottages, Windermere Cottages and smaller hamlets between, which although seldom heard of are none the less equally wonderful. With hundreds of properties available, Lakelovers are sure to have a property to meet your needs.

Summary

  • Over three floors
  • Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x double, 1 x second-floor twin with en-suite bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
  • Bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC
  • Kitchen
  • Electric double oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher
  • Dining room
  • Sitting room
  • Gas central heating
  • Smart TV, WiFi
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Private parking for 1 car and street parking available
  • EV charger available
  • Courtyard
  • 2 well behaved small/medium dogs welcome
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop and pub 0.1 miles
  • Note: There are steep stairs up to the second floor
  • Note: This property only allows a minimum of 3 night stays

The property

This Victorian, mid-terrace house sits within walking distance from Windermere centre, including a range of shops, pubs, and bars.

Beautifully presented over three floors, Snowflake Cottage provides a heart-warming base to call home, perfect for a family of six.

Head inside and make yourself at home in the lounge, finished with Victorian features, a bay window, three sofas and a Smart TV, creating a homely ambiance for unwinding.

Step through to the dining room, where you can indulge in hearty meals prepared in the fitted, shaker-style kitchen, home to an electric double oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, dishwasher and there’s even a washing machine and tumble dryer, so you can easily pop your clothes on a wash and dry.

Make your way to the first floor, home to a king-size and double room, each neutrally presented, serviced by a gleaming bathroom with bath and walk-in rainfall shower.

Up another flight of stairs brings you to the twin room, offering Velux windows, ample storage space and an en-suite bathroom, perfect for the little ones to take over.

When you’re ready to explore, within a short walk you can reach a wealth of eateries, so you can easily sample the culinary delights of this town, along with independent shops and convenience stores for grabbing any essentials.

Wander over to the lake edge and catch a boat out on the water, offering a different perspective of the scene, or test your balance with some paddleboarding!

Visit the award-winning Aquarium of the Lakes, hop on board the Haverthwaite Steam Railway, or test your fear of heights at Go Ape, all of which can be found in the area.

If you prefer more leisurely activities, the lakes and majestic fells offer endless possibilities for walking and cycling opportunities, plus there’s the Windermere Jetty Museum, the World of Beatrix Potter, and the charming Holehird Gardens to be discovered.

Expect this and more at Snowflake Cottage.

Note: This property only allows a minimum of 3 night stays

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250.

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About the location

WINDERMERE

Ambleside 5 miles; Kendal 8.7 miles.

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.

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This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas