The Haven

4.5★

10 Guests
5 Bedrooms
4 Bathrooms
Pets No
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Features

Hot tub
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Dishwasher
Games Room
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

15 Customer Review(s)

Loraine
October 2024

“The Haven is a beautiful 4-storey property perfectly situated in central Windermere.”

Our party consisted of 5 adults and 4 children, we were delighted with the amount of space and facilities available to us during our stay, specifically the multiple bathrooms and brilliant entertainment space in the cellar, where we could watch films, play pool and relax of an evening. The property and its neighbour next door used to be one guest house. My only feedback is that due to the properties being not separate and renovated you can, at times (not significantly) hear noise from the ...

Our party consisted of 5 adults and 4 children, we were delighted with the amount of space and facilities available to us during our stay, specifically the multiple bathrooms and brilliant entertainment space in the cellar, where we could watch films, play pool and relax of an evening. The property and its neighbour next door used to be one guest house. My only feedback is that due to the properties being not separate and renovated you can, at times (not significantly) hear noise from the adjoining house. This didn’t impact us at all during our stay however. I’d highly recommend, the house was immaculate on arrival, looking exactly how it did on the photos online and is really tastefully decorated to a very high standard.

- Loraine, October 2024
Shailesh August 2024

“Heating was not working Not enough utensils for 10 people”

- Shailesh, August 2024

Thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback. We take all comments on board. The Lakelovers Owner Relations Team Property Owner
Sophie June 2024

“The only thing would be more kitchen utensils, cutlery and glass wear for a big group it was hard to sort things out at meal times when we didn’t have enough things.”

Couple more baking trays and larger bath towels. Otherwise the house was amazing, beautifully done out. Perfect house for a weekend away. Thank you

- Sophie, June 2024
Joanne January 2024

“Kitchen equipment was poor, very basic, items incomplete, saucepan handles loose, no non stick pan, I had to buy one.”

An unbelievable amount of glasses but no cupboard or drawer space for food. Fridge and freezer were not the temperature they should have been even on the highest setting. The jacuzzi had to be vacated because it made the occupants have breathing issues and had a terrible smell, this had to be sorted. I contacted you on the Saturday, you said the owner would be out to fix it out no one came until Monday. Parking outside the property was fraught as COTTAGES.COM used the street as their own business carpark, parking not only company vehicles but privately owned vehicles every day. They left a company car permanently parked outside our property. The heating was supposed to come on at set times but it went off at 10am and we had to boost regularly to get it to come on later in the day. The jacuzzi maintenance arrived at the property on the morning we were leaving at approx 8.45am, filling the yard access to the gate with multiple obstructing pipes and hoses which meant we had to clamber over these to remove the rubbish bins from the property. The TV in the living room kept freezing and the Remote control was extremely ineffective. The bottom bed sheets on each bed were not the extra deep kind required so the corners just kept rolling off and had to be remade every day, the mattresses were very heavy and made the task even more cumbersome. There were no logs supplied despite it saying so in the listing. Pool playing was difficult in the space provided and the rooms did not contain enough seating for the whole party to sit together. Lovely house, clean, WiFi great, tv in games room awesome, location great except for parking issues, but poorly equipped kitchen and details listed above mean that for me it's not worth the premium price paid.

- Joanne, January 2024

Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback. We take all comments on board, and will be looking into the points raised. Thank you The Lakelovers Owner Relations Team Property Owner
Gillian December 2023

“We had a lovely family holiday.”

Everything we needed in the kitchen to make our meals the games room was amazing we didn’t see the children they were there playing either snooker or games. The only issue we had was the rain pouring down over the front door due to a bad leek .There was also a leek in the top bedroom when it rained.

- Gillian, December 2023
Lynn December 2023

“What a wonderful place to stay highly recommend The Haven great location, lovely decorated the photos dont do it justice.”

Will definitely book again.

- Lynn, December 2023
David November 2023

“The front top bedroom was quite cold.”

Water cascaded from the front gutter over the entrance doorway in the rain. This was also noisy when trying to sleep. There was no starter pack provided for the wood burner. We struggled a little with the heating timer and it seemed to come on at odd times. Everything else was really good, very well equipped kitchen plenty of towels and lots of space. we really enjoyed the hot tub and pool table.

- David, November 2023
Lee October 2023

“Liked the property and great location but for the price there were too many things wrong.”

The hot tub was tiny and cold on arrival and couldn’t be used until the following day. No welcome information about how to use things, what we needed to do when we left etc. some of the bedding and towels were dirty on arrival, I called to asked for replacements and they happily Said they would send clean ones but they didn’t turn up for two days. We had a leak through the ceiling in one of the main bedrooms with water rolling down the walls. The hot tub is tiny for the size of the apartment and the garden furniture although we didn’t use it was broken. Finally the walls are literally paper thin. Not sure if this used to be one house with next door but I could hear every word being spoken by the people in the adjoining apartments! Was also advised we would get some compensation for our issues but nothing yet

- Lee, October 2023

Thank you for taking the time to provide this feedback. We feel that the pictures of the hot tub online are representative of it's size. Hot tub requirements mean that the water is changed on the day of guests arrival in order to ensure it is clean and safe, meaning that water needs to subsequently warm up. I have looked and can see that departure instructions were sent to your booking email address. The housekeeping team will review the errors that occurred during your stay. We are glad that you liked the property and what the area has to offer. Lakelovers Owner Relations Team Property Owner
Joan October 2023

“Beautiful house luxury surroundings made our family reunion superb!”

Thank you

- Joan, October 2023
Jessie June 2023

“We had a great stay!”

Really comfortable and clean, mostly had everything we needed but just a few things that would've helped. A full length mirror, the front bedroom doesn't have a mirror at all. A caffetier and a tea pot would be super helpful. Loved that everyone had a hairdryer, all the communication was helpful and the booklet with local walks was very handy. Thank you.

- Jessie, June 2023
Sohail June 2023

“We booked The Haven for a week stay in Lake District .”

The House was perfect for our group with homely feelings. We loved every moment there from enjoyment at meals on kitchen table to relaxing evenings in TV room and hot tab after day outings. Definitely will book via Sykes in future.

- Sohail, June 2023

Thank you for your feedback. We are glad you enjoyed your stay with us and all the extras your property had to offer. We hope to welcome you again soon. The owner relations team - Lakes Cottage Holidays Property Owner
O March 2023

“A beautiful property exactly as advertised.”

It made a great base for our group of girls for a reunion/wedding party. All of us would return to The Haven for a longer stay in the future.

- O, March 2023
Dennis February 2023

“Really nice house all the party enjoyed stay would definitely go back”

- Dennis, February 2023
Charlotte August 2022

“Fabulous house, lots of space and finished to a high quality.”

Little things which would make a big difference would be some sharper kitchen knives and more serving dishes. We would definitely recommend this property.

- Charlotte, August 2022
Robert April 2022

“Beautiful property with quality fixtures & fittings.”

Warm & cosy house with very comfortable beds with TVs in every bedroom. Plenty of fluffy towels, toiletries and hot water. Lots of hanging space in wardrobes and for coats and boots in hallway & kitchen. Games/cinema room was a lovely feature especially for the children and had additional storage and an extra toilet. The hot tub proved to be very popular. The Haven is in an excellent location for shops & restaurants. Parking is always at a premium in Windermere but we generally managed to park near to the house. As we were the first guests in the property there were some teething problems but these were quickly resolved by the owner. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay!

- Robert, April 2022

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Summary

Over four floors
Five bedrooms: 1 x second-floor king-size with Smart TV, sitting area and en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x second-floor king-size with Smart TV and en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x king-size with Smart TV and en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x king-size with Smart TV, sitting area and Jack-and-Jill access to the bathroom, 1 x king-size with Smart TV
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
Lower-ground-floor cinema/games room with 72" Smart TV
Kitchen/diner
Sitting room with woodburning stove
Gas central heating with woodburning stove (wood not included)
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, wine cooler, and dishwasher
7 x Smart TVs, WiFi and pool table
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Highchair and travel cot available
Roadside parking
Enclosed rear yard with patio, hot tub and furniture
Sorry, no pets and smoking
Shop 0.2 miles, pub 0.1 mile
Note: Check-in from 4pm and check-out by 10am
Note: There are steps leading up to the front door, please take care

The property

This immaculate four-story mid-terrace house of The Haven sits in the middle of the Lake District National Park in Windermere, Cumbria.

The fabulous property can accommodate a family of 10, and is located near the Park's wonderful watersports, walking paths, and landscapes, whilst boasting its own exquisite interiors with slate from the Park sprinkled throughout.

Inside, you'll be greeted with a sitting area with Chesterfield sofas and a toasty woodburning stove; turn on the Smart TV and watch your favourite shows here!

Proceed to the kitchen/diner, a stylish area with shaker-style cabinetry and integrated equipment, where the group's aspiring chef can enjoy preparing culinary treats for everybody to enjoy at the elegant dining table.

Alternatively, you can eat your meal outside in the fenced yard before relaxing in the hot tub!

When you're ready to sleep, head to the first floor, where you'll discover three of the five well-presented bedrooms, including a king-size with with an en-suite wet room, another king-size with a sitting area and Jack-and-Jill access to a fantastic bathroom, and another wonderful double.

Climb the stairs to the second floor, where you'll discover two fantastic king-size rooms, one with a sitting area and an en-suite shower room, and the other with its own en-suite shower room.

All of the bedrooms include Smart TVs, allowing you to watch late-night shows or enjoy lazy mornings in!

Choose The Haven for your next Lake District getaway.

Note: This property can be booked with Ref. 1069445, together sleeping up to 20 guests.

The Haven And The Willows

The Haven and The Willows are a fabulous pair of terraced houses, resting next door to each other in the charming town of Windermere, Cumbria. Both properties enjoy stunning furnishing throughout, including slate accents, hot tubs in the rear yards, as well as parking. The Willows also offers a cinema/games room, ideal for when both groups want to get together and unwind. The surroundings enjoy Windermere's delightful sights, including Lake Windermere with its ferries, watersports and trails, Queen Adelaide's Hill with its hiking trails, and access to a handy railway station! When you don't fancy cooking, you'll be pleased to know that Windermere is home to a quirky array of restaurants and eateries, including the highly popular Homeground Coffee + Kitchen, as well as the iconic restaurant of The Pig! Venture slightly further afield to find the charming town of Bowness-on-Windermere, where the delights of The Windermere Jetty Museum and The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction await, as well as access across the water to Claife Heights. Ambleside is also within reach, a town resting moments away from glorious walks up peaks and past waterfalls, as well as being home to Ambleside Roman Fort and the renowned Bridge House. Wherever you choose to go during your break, The Haven and The Willows guarantees a wonderful base to return to each day.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £500.

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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.

Please Note: There is a Good Housekeeping Bond of £500 on this property.

This property offers the following short breaks:

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Windermere, Cumbria & The Lake District (Ref. 1069448)

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Reviews & Ratings

“The Haven is a beautiful 4-storey property perfectly situated in central Windermere.”

“Heating was not working Not enough utensils for 10 people”

“The only thing would be more kitchen utensils, cutlery and glass wear for a big group it was hard to sort things out at meal times when we didn’t have enough things.”

“Kitchen equipment was poor, very basic, items incomplete, saucepan handles loose, no non stick pan, I had to buy one.”

“We had a lovely family holiday.”

“What a wonderful place to stay highly recommend The Haven great location, lovely decorated the photos dont do it justice.”

“The front top bedroom was quite cold.”

“Liked the property and great location but for the price there were too many things wrong.”

“Beautiful house luxury surroundings made our family reunion superb!”

“We had a great stay!”

“We booked The Haven for a week stay in Lake District .”

“A beautiful property exactly as advertised.”

“Really nice house all the party enjoyed stay would definitely go back”