The Burrow

4.5★

4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Pets No
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Features

Off road parking
Open fire
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Sky TV
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

24 Customer Review(s)

Susan
September 2024

“Great location, games room, comfy bed.”

I sent a message on the app as no hairdryer just an empty box but had no reply. I had to go knocking on doors with wet hair! The wall shelf right hand side of main bedroom is loose along with the tap in the main bathroom . The whole place needs a deep clean , dirty fridge, windows, cupboards and skirting boards. The bathrooms and surfaces were clean. The walls painted matt white with lots of scuffs. Not up to our usual standard. We only stayed the weekend and was out all day so it didn’t ...

I sent a message on the app as no hairdryer just an empty box but had no reply. I had to go knocking on doors with wet hair! The wall shelf right hand side of main bedroom is loose along with the tap in the main bathroom . The whole place needs a deep clean , dirty fridge, windows, cupboards and skirting boards. The bathrooms and surfaces were clean. The walls painted matt white with lots of scuffs. Not up to our usual standard. We only stayed the weekend and was out all day so it didn’t spoil my birthday weekend too much as we ate out. Sky Tv great but don’t sit on the sofa not comfy . Great for younger visitors as a games room is available .

- Susan, September 2024
Rea August 2024

“Absolutely beautiful home in a 10/10 location Fantastic facilities the games/cinema room is perfect for all ages however we could not get any signal from the WiFi to put Netflix or YouTube on and sky didn’t seem to work down there.”

The darts and Pac-Man kept us entertained though. Beautiful kitchen greeted with a bottle of Prosecco, tea bags, coffee and some yummy birders biscuits which is a nice touch, great oven however could do with a new frying pan. Overall cleanliness was well but some attention to details were missed like crumbs under the toaster, drainer not cleaned, dirty oven mit. We contacted maintenance during our stay as the main bathroom toilet just kept leeking, the overflow wasn’t quite right which kept us up. Maintenance advised that they couldn’t fix it but we could still use it. Our concern was the constant overflow noise not that we couldn’t use it. No parking permit provided as The property doesn’t have one as mentioned in the in property information sheet, if you want additional parking to the 1 space provided there is limited free parking on broad street. This needs to be updated! Overall we did have a lovely stay and despite the niggles it didn’t dampen our stay (only the weather) but due to all guests finding the mattresses uncomfortable unfortunately we wouldn’t stay again.

- Rea, August 2024
Aidan May 2024

“We enjoyed the property.”

Very central to Windermere and 5 min walk to shops and cafes. We would have preferred if the property had curtains in the bedrooms. We would have also preferred if the property had a stair gate at bottom and top of stairs. We also felt the internet was not very stable. Other than that we thought it was a nice quaint cottage.

- Aidan, May 2024

Thank you for your comments. We are pleased that you enjoyed your stay. We take all comments on board. Thank you. The Lakelovers Owner Relations Team Property Owner
Justin April 2024

“The house is lovely Great kitchen (full range of kitchen equipment) and comfortable living room.”

There is also a tv/ games room in the cellar. Beds and bedrooms comfortable and heating has great temperature control. You can park outside but would need a smaller car. We managed with a Fabia estate but with a bigger estate or suv you may struggle it is possible to turn round in the shared driveway. The house has a good selection of shops within a couple of mins walk with a coop on the corner for any supplies needed. Bowness is just down the hill about 25mins walk or mins in the car. It’s a really nice place to base yourself to explore the lakes. However, There were a couple of issues with the bathrooms. The shower in the en suite needs a bit of attention, as we could not get it to work correctly throughout our stay. In particular it had very low water pressure. The plug mechanism in the family bathroom is broken, and the bath sprung a leak through the ceiling when I gave my son a bath, which meant we couldn’t use the bathroom for 24 hours. The out of hours team were great, and came round to look at the issue and advised they would investigate and sort this issue when we left. However, contacting Sykes and dealing with this was not how we wanted to spend a morning of our short break. Hopefully this will be sorted for the next time someone stays at the house. Despite this, we would still recommend this as a great place to stay.

- Justin, April 2024
Mike February 2024

“1st class. Great location.”

Lovely wee cosy cottage with everything needed.

- Mike, February 2024
Peter December 2023

“In immaculate condition and having a quiet but very central position, we were very happy with our cottage.”

The icing on the cake was the superbly-equipped kitchen, which meant that catering for Xmas dinner in an unfamiliar location was no hardship. The local railway station, pubs, cafes and a classy Booths supermarket are all within a few minutes walk. The craft beer delights of Hawkshead brewery and bar are a few miles drive away in Staveley village. Stairs may be a little steep for some and strange beds will always be..... well... 'strange beds' in our view. House central heating was very efficient but it was a bit too cold to have more than a passing glance down the stairs to the cellar games room. Overall, the place is a credit to its owners, who have clearly thrown some serious cash at this cottage.

- Peter, December 2023
Manfred October 2023

“We had awesome time at the Burrow.”

Walking distance to Windermere and plenary of walks close by. The cottage is well equipped and was spotless when we arrived and the open fire was absolutely fantastic feature we used daily. All the beds are comfy and bed lines lovely and crisp. We will be coming back soon.

- Manfred, October 2023
Rhona July 2023

“Great property but floors very dusty in kitchen, hall and lounge.”

King bed in main bedroom creaked VERY noisily any time you moved but very comfortable to sleep on. Cinema room great. Gutters need fixing front and back so noisy dripping when it rained and showed as slight damp patch on bottom of wall under tv in cinema room when rain was very heavy. We parked right outside the property (tight entrance) but there was no permit left in the property despite the information inside saying there was and to remember to leave it when you leave. Close to lots of shops, cafes and restaurants.

- Rhona, July 2023

Thank you for your feedback. We take all comments on board, and we will look at the listing to ensure it is correct. Thank you- The Lakes Cottage Holidays Owner Relations Team Property Owner
Philip April 2023

“Absolutely fabulous property no complaints at all, brilliant location and the media room was a fantastic addition.”

Just a suggestion there wasn't a hairdryer and no where to hang dresses but really wouldn't let that put me off. We will definitely book again.

- Philip, April 2023
Rhian March 2023

“Lovely property!”

Clean, comfortable and location is perfect. 100% stay again only problem we had was having to bring our own safety gate for the top of stairs, bar that your cottage is a fab base for exploring the lakes.

- Rhian, March 2023
Matthew February 2023

“Nice little cottage, well located and nicely appointed.”

I couldnt get the remote in the kitchen to work, not a big problem just note for the next client

- Matthew, February 2023
Steve February 2023

“We loved our stay at 'The Burrow' feb 4-10.”

Great property and very conveniently placed to local amenities in Windermere. Great week in the lakes with dry weather, making use of the £2 bus fares to Grasmere/Ambleside/Keswick. We've come away inspired by the property and its decor and a great kitchen. Great comfortable bed mattress too. I now need larger TV's at home! - good to have sky and fast wifi. Definitely hope to return.

- Steve, February 2023
Joanne December 2022

“Gorgeous cottage ✨❤️would absolutely stay again and thank you for a great welcome pack of goodies”

- Joanne, December 2022
Justin December 2022

“Excellent, clean, warm and cosy, well equipped cottage - set back in a secluded courtyard 2 minutes walk from the centre of Windermere.”

Entrance to the courtyard is a little tight through a narrow driveway but there is plenty of on street parking nearby if you prefer. We took a large family car and it was fine - parking right outside the door. Highly recommended.

- Justin, December 2022
Diane November 2022

“Lovely cottage ideally situated in Windermere village 2 minutes walk to all amenities.”

Bowness on Windermere is about a 10/15 minute walk away. The cottage was very well equipped and an unexpected welcome pack had been left of tea, coffee, biscuits and a bottle of Prosecco. We found the parking space a little restricted as there are 3/4 cottages in a small courtyard but it is manageable with care especially when all the cottages are occupied. We would definately recommend this cottage and would stay there again.

- Diane, November 2022
Rachel May 2022

“The cottage was really fabulous.”

Great facilities and our son particularly loved the games/cinema room. A great place to come back to after a day enjoying walks and water sports. Highly recommend getting a delivery from A day’s walk - yummy local produce

- Rachel, May 2022
Ian April 2022

“Really lovely cottage with a games/TV room in the basement which was great to use in the evenings.”

The main bedroom was however not King Size and the water pressure from the en-suite shower was rather low. All in all this was a lovely place to stay in the heart of Windermere.

- Ian, April 2022
Dawn February 2022

“The location is excellent and within a couple of minutes walk from the centre of Windermere.”

Parking was useful but only suitable for a very small car. The property is lovely but we felt there was too much focus on style than comfort. The bathrooms are very small and it was difficult to have a wash in the onsuite as the sink is too small for the waterfall tap fitted. The living room furniture was nice, but not comfortable. When we arrived there was a strong smell coming from the kitchen sink drain which was very unpleasant. We had to keep pouring bleach down to try and clear it. The location is perfect for visiting Windermere.

- Dawn, February 2022
Sharon December 2021

“Great place to stay right in the thick of things in Windermere and lovely comfortable cottage.”

The welcome pack of prosecco, coffee, tea and biscuits was a nice touch and the lovely added extra was the Christmas tree! Would definitely recommend and would love to stay again!

- Sharon, December 2021
Gillian December 2021

“The Burrow is a fabulous holiday home and really convenient for plenty of coffee shops, bars, restaurant s etc.”

I took Ecoal and kiln dried logs but didn’t need them as the cottage was very cosy and warm. There was even a Christmas tree

- Gillian, December 2021
Surina October 2021

“Loved the property and its fantastic location being close to most villages and towns.”

The bus stop and shops being a stones throw away was a delight. The property had everything we needed and was very cosy. The bonus was having two bathrooms too especially with four of us staying and we enjoyed using the fire. Our favourite place to sit was the kitchen at the breakfast bar and watch tv, whilst my parents enjoyed sitting in the living room. It's a shame the basement was out of use, but would certainly have used it as it looked great. As an experienced driver, the access path to drive down was OK but it is quite narrow and some may even struggle but we liked that there was an additional parking permit provided to park on the street also. Whilst we kept the property clean during out stay, we noticed it could have done with a thorough clean. There was quite a bit of dirt and dust gathered downstairs, in particular the living room. We struggled to locate the general waste wheelie bin during our stay, it would be good if this was kept closer to the property for future use. We also love to recycle where we can, if there is an option to recycle we would have preferred this too. Due to covid we tend to strip the beds ourselves and place all the dirty towels etc downstairs by the washing machine, it would be good if the instructions had something outlining what to do with bed linen and towels when departing. Overall, we absolutely loved our stay at this beautiful cottage, it made our first visit to the Lakes perfect. We would love to stay again.

- Surina, October 2021
Karen September 2021

“Lovely cottage, really well appointed, spotlessly clean.”

Quiet location but just round the corner from Windermere centre with good variety of shops and places to eat.

- Karen, September 2021
S September 2021

“Excellent well appointed clean property newly refurbished I'd guess, location also excellent so many shops/pubs/restaurants within a short walk away.”

Nice to have another car parking permit as well as a apace at the property. As a constructive comment; We could not see any oven gloves although we never used the oven, no heating instructions and it was off - we worked this out as first few days were q cold at night/mornings and the towel radiator needs heat. Whoever put the dartboard in, nice touch but unlit and far too low to use.

- S, September 2021
Cathy August 2021

“Lovely cottage, beautifully furnished, with lots of attention to detail.”

Missing a couple of things, that would totally complete the cottage offering - hairdryer and oven gloves. The only downside was the parking. With all of the cottages let at the same time it was very difficult to get in and out as space is extremely tight.

- Cathy, August 2021

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Summary

Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail and WC
Kitchen/diner
Range cooker with electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, wine cooler, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer
Utility
Sitting room with open fire
Basement cinema room with 65 inch Smart TV
Gas central heating and open fire
3 x Smart TVs, Sky and WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Off-road parking for 1 small/medium car
Shared courtyard with seating
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Shop and pub 0.1 miles

The property

The Burrow is a charming, mid-terrace cottage reached down a private drive housing four cottages, situated in the town of Windermere within easy reach of many Lakeland attractions.

Flourishing with a light and airy feel with a contemporary design, this homely abode is a great choice for families or groups of four wishing to explore the UK’s most popular National Park.

There is a stylish kitchen/diner with oak worktops, grey units and flagstone flooring, plus a host of appliances to ensure you are fully equipped, and a utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer!

Unwind on the plush sofas within the sitting room, with an alluring open fire to curl up beside, along with a fabulous Smart TV for entertainment.

As you start to tire, head upstairs to discover the bedrooms, including the beautiful master with king-size bedroom with dressing area and en-suite shower, while there is also a pretty twin which would be perfect for children.

To the exterior of this Windermere cottage is a small shared courtyard where you can enjoy an evening drink following an action-packed day.

When you’re ready to tear yourself away from this charming abode, being local walks from your doorstep up to the superb surrounding viewpoints like Otters Head and Queen Adelaide’s Hill, providing picturesque views over Lake Windermere and the nearby peaks.

Take a cruise from Bowness up to Ambelside, admiring scenery as you go, before taking a stroll around the town and up to the picture-postcard Stock Ghyll Force, a beautiful waterfall surrounded by enchanting woodland.

Take in the beauty of the lakes at your own pace, with kayaks, paddle-boards and canoes available for hire locally, with plenty of organiser offering guided sessions for those less experienced.

For a bit of sightseeing, enjoy days out to Wray Castle, one of the most famed attractions in the area for its Gothic Revival Castle and stunning views of the surrounding peaks.

There’s something for everyone in this thriving Lake District location, and 6 Knotts View provides a fabulous base to explore from.

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.

Please Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping Bond of £250

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Reviews & Ratings

“Great location, games room, comfy bed.”

“Absolutely beautiful home in a 10/10 location Fantastic facilities the games/cinema room is perfect for all ages however we could not get any signal from the WiFi to put Netflix or YouTube on and sky didn’t seem to work down there.”

“We enjoyed the property.”

“The house is lovely Great kitchen (full range of kitchen equipment) and comfortable living room.”

“1st class. Great location.”

“In immaculate condition and having a quiet but very central position, we were very happy with our cottage.”

“We had awesome time at the Burrow.”

“Great property but floors very dusty in kitchen, hall and lounge.”

“Absolutely fabulous property no complaints at all, brilliant location and the media room was a fantastic addition.”

“Lovely property!”

“Nice little cottage, well located and nicely appointed.”

“We loved our stay at 'The Burrow' feb 4-10.”

“Gorgeous cottage ✨❤️would absolutely stay again and thank you for a great welcome pack of goodies”

“Excellent, clean, warm and cosy, well equipped cottage - set back in a secluded courtyard 2 minutes walk from the centre of Windermere.”

“Lovely cottage ideally situated in Windermere village 2 minutes walk to all amenities.”

“The cottage was really fabulous.”

“Really lovely cottage with a games/TV room in the basement which was great to use in the evenings.”

“The location is excellent and within a couple of minutes walk from the centre of Windermere.”

“Great place to stay right in the thick of things in Windermere and lovely comfortable cottage.”

“The Burrow is a fabulous holiday home and really convenient for plenty of coffee shops, bars, restaurant s etc.”

“Loved the property and its fantastic location being close to most villages and towns.”

“Lovely cottage, really well appointed, spotlessly clean.”

“Excellent well appointed clean property newly refurbished I'd guess, location also excellent so many shops/pubs/restaurants within a short walk away.”

“Lovely cottage, beautifully furnished, with lots of attention to detail.”

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About the location

WINDERMERE