Burrow Cottage

4.5★

2 Guests
1 Bedroom
1 Bathroom
Pets No
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Features

Open fire
Garden / Patio
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

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Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

23 Customer Review(s)

Steven
September 2024

“Absolutely loved our stay, very cosy and clean cottage in a great location.”

Can highly recommend this cottage

Can highly recommend this cottage

- Steven, September 2024
Lawrence June 2024

“This holiday cottage is perfect, well presented with everything necessary for a comfortable stay.”

The only problem is road noise as the cottage is situated so close to a busy road. The tall trees and bushes screen the cottage and garden from the road but also make it feel a little 'hemmed in'. The property next door is in poor condition and is side on to the garden. It also spoils the overall feel of the garden.

- Lawrence, June 2024
Connor June 2024

“Disappointed with the stay overall.”

While the cottage is very good looking, and it was clean and well stocked, it could be frustrating to stay in. The only methods of heating were the storage heaters which despite the instructions given were not easy to use and only seemed to come on when we didnt particularly need it, especially the evening. When they were on, they took a long time to heat. And the wood burning fireplace, which went out very quickly and we ran out of wood. Due to this a lot of evenings were quite cold. The bed was lovely, but the couches were not particularly comfortable. The parking instructions were not entirely clear, and we parked in a small parking spot beside the garage after misunderstanding the instructions which said "in front of the garage". The owner confronted us on this and we were more than happy to move but before we could finish explaining the misunderstanding, he cut us off very rudely. I understand we made a slight error, but it was no way to approach it with guests. Every appliance from the heaters, to the towel warmer, to all of the kitchen appliances were not switched on, so our night was spent trying to find how to actually get all of our facilities on, some of the sockets more hidden than others. Unfortunately I would not stay here again, as I have had better experiences in other cottages in the area, for similar prices.

- Connor, June 2024

Hi Connor, Sorry you were a little disappointed with the cottage , the storage heaters should be set to come on in the morning and evening, but there is an override button. It is clear however, I need to do some clearer instructions, which I will take on board . The log burner is new and is a very efficient way of heating the cottage, but I will check it this weekend. As far as the parking, for the record it was not myself who you spoke to, it must have been my neighbour, who owns that bit next to my garage. Paul owner of Burrow Cottage Property Owner
Kate March 2024

“Very disappointed with our stay overall.”

It could have been amazing as the cottage is in a great location and ideal for what we needed. Looks very nice from first appearances etc. The owners have thought about all the items that will be needed so the kitchen etc was well stocked. The bed was very comfy but one of the sofas in the living room was not so made it difficult to relax on an evening. Unfortunately, when we arrived we got an overwhelming smell of paint in the entrance porch. We later discovered this was probably to hide all the mould that was appearing on the walls. We had to move the shoe racks and coats inside as the coats got wet paint on them from touching the damp walls. At the start of our stay (Saturday) we didn’t notice any mould but this began to grow and we could see it appearing on the walls by Monday, by the Saturday we left it was everywhere, so had obviously been wiped down before we got there. The owners clearly knew about it as there were 5 dehumidifiers in the bedroom, 2 behind the bed under a massive damp patch and dehumidifiers elsewhere all over the property. The black mould was mostly in the bedroom but some in the bathroom and living room too. I understand old cottages/houses etc can get mould and it can be difficult to clear, we left the bedroom window open to allow for condensation to escape but this made no difference. The main thing that annoyed us was that the owners clearly knew about it and had just thought dehumidifiers would fix it, rather than assessing the full extent of how bad it was and closing the property to fix it. The heating system using storage heaters is very confusing too and seems to come on in the middle of the night and the day when you’re out, but not on an evening when it might actually be needed, and if you try and switch it on it takes forever to warm up. We only used to log fire once as it kept constantly going out so we gave up and used blankets. The only solace is we were able to get a partial refund, although it wasn’t even 50% of what we paid which is what we asked for back. We contacted Sykes on the Monday in the hopes that they’d be able to move us somewhere else, but didn’t get it resolved until we were home so stayed in the property so we didn’t completely ruin our holiday by cutting it short, but they were very helpful.

- Kate, March 2024

Thank you for the review the points you raise are important to us. Unfortunately the dampness in the guest bedroom was caused by a leak in the roof that only manifested itself during your stay. We contacted the owner on the Thursday, while you were still there , he was alarmed about this, having just redecorated the bedroom and added new soft furnishings. He immediately instructed us to cancel all the other bookings for the next month at considerable cost to himself in order that the issue could be rectified.This is a 400 year old cottage , there is a need for dehumidifiers during the winter months’ As far as the other issues that were raised, the downstairs storage heater are modern state of the art heaters they are pre-set to heat in the morning and evening with simple instructions to advance these settings . The log burner is 12 months old, and again there is a set comprehensive instructions printed on a laminated sheet in the cottage explaining how to use it . Many thanks The owner relations team. Property Owner
Anthony September 2023

“Loved every minute of my stay at Burrow Cottage, location was key for me.”

..easy to reach other landmarks such as Windermere ,Ambleside and Rydal water. The cottage was really well equipt fir everything you would need i especially found usefull as the USB port in kitchen to re- charge mobile phine. I would highly recommend anyone looking for a cozy beautiful cottage to visit Barrow Cottage Thank you. Anthony L"pool

- Anthony, September 2023
Paul July 2023

“Great location a short drive from some classic and beautiful Lakes locations such as Windamere, Grasmere and Ambleside.”

Very cosy little cottage and we had a great stay. The log burner in the lounge was a wonderful addition to our time there too.

- Paul, July 2023
Les June 2023

“Our second stay at Burrow Cottage, we were there last year.”

Well equipped and comfortable. Ideal location for for visiting all the lakes, wildlife and shopping which is available close by. Already looking at booking next year. Thoroughly recommend!

- Les, June 2023

Thank you for your lovely comments, we are pleased to hear that you had an enjoyable stay. We look forward to welcoming you for a third visit. The Lakelovers Owner Relations Team Property Owner
Ijlal April 2023

“We had an amazing time at Burrow Cottage.”

We had booked it for our honeymoon. It is a very cosy and romantic cottage with all the amenities and facilities. We are definitely going there again. The only drawback is that there isn’t a direct walking access to Lake Windermere from the cottage.

- Ijlal, April 2023

Thank you for your comments, we are so pleased to hear that you enjoyed your honeymoon! We hope to welcome you back. Property Owner
William April 2023

“We really enjoyed our stay in Burrow Cottage.”

Everything was of a very high standard. Really well equipped kitchen. Lovely sitting area with stove. The house was well heated with modern storage heaters. The bedroom was lovely and a really comfortable bed and bed linen. The bathroom and shower were also of a high standard.

- William, April 2023

Thank you for your kind comments, we are so pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay. We hope to welcome you back. Property Owner
Jonathan September 2022

“It's the 2nd time we stayed at Burrow Cottage and we'll definitely stay a 3rd (if we're able too).”

.. a home from home ♡

- Jonathan, September 2022
Richard July 2022

“Exactly the place for myself and my wife we were looking for a quiet but near ...”

Exactly the place for myself and my wife we were looking for a quiet but near town cottage couldn’t have asked for better

- Richard, July 2022
Julie June 2022

“The cottage was perfect and very relaxing exactly as it showed on the website.”

There was only one thing lampshades in bedroom were dusty but that was the only thing i saw everything else was spot on would definitely recommend this cottage.

- Julie, June 2022
Amanda December 2021

“Great, little place to stay, nice and cosy.”

- Amanda, December 2021
Simon November 2021

“A great place to stay.”

A cosy cottage with everything you need. Convenient for travelling around the area.

- Simon, November 2021
Helen October 2021

“The owners have certainly maximised the space in this small cosy cottage.”

It has been beautifully decorated and everything you need is in the accommodation, the kitchen is brilliantly stocked and all space utilised really well. The garden is not as big as it appears in the photo on the website, the trees could do with trimming back. My husband thought the sofas were OK, I just couldn’t get comfortable (being short and the sofas having a long cushion base) What would have made it better would have been a footstool. Also the back of the sofa is low so it was a strain on the neck. It’s a minor thing but when you are cosied up at night with a fabulous fire roaring, it was a shame! There was a DVD at the cottage which isn’t mentioned anywhere and while there is a great stock of DVDs at the cottage, we had some we would have brought with us. My final point is really for all owners on this site, if there is a fireplace it would be lovely to arrive at the accommodation and have a fire ready laid! Especially in the Autumn/Winter months. Just imagine arriving for a cosy weekend and just striking a match! We particularly LOVED the wooden owl statue on the window sill, any chance the owners could let us know where they bought it from? Thanks

- Helen, October 2021
Irene September 2021

“The cottage was lovely, modern interior, clean and well presented ,how ever it is situated on the main road so if you wished to either sit out the front not only could you hear the traffic but could wave at the drivers as they went past.”

As for sitting in the back garden it was very shaded by conifers so no sun,and still the road noise. All that being said you could not hear much of the road noise inside. The parking was not very clear and could not see how you would get 2 cars parked, especially when the builders turned up for next door. We had a lovely time and saw all we could, just take plenty of money for car parking as it was at least £4/5 a time . The attractions are really only half a day each so expect to do 2 a day . We were informed about the building a few day before arriving and it did not really impact on our stay. It is worth the trip maybe not a week, and maybe not for the price, but a lovely cottage well presented.

- Irene, September 2021
Andy July 2021

“Lovely cottage very quaint and the owners have made great use of the space available , the back garden though is not a area to sit due to traffic noise which was not what we expected for a romantic retreat .”

Also there is a room that is locked upstairs ? Could have been used for xtra storage with this being a walking holiday we had xtra baggage , and maybe a foot stall to put your feet up in the front room .

- Andy, July 2021
Mrs Sedgewick Oct 2020

“If you’re looking for a cosy cottage for two, look no further!”

What a lovely property, so well equipped and tastefully furnished… it literally does have everything. The property was extremely clean, we felt safe especially during these uncertain times, plenty of hand soap and sanitizers. Oh my word the bed! I wanted to take it home it was so comfortable, and the open fire was a real treat after a day’s walking. What are you waiting for ? Get it booked!

- Mrs Sedgewick, Oct 2020
Mrs Leyland Aug 2020

“Had a wonderful few days at Burrow Cottage.”

What a beautiful property and maintained to a very high standard. Everything and more you need, and lovely soft towels for the bathroom. Burrow Cottage is ideally situated for trips out to Bowness and surrounding areas. The Cottage is tastefully decorated to a very high standard yet retaining it's natural charm. Would have no hesitation in recommending anyone and we are hoping to rebook next year.

- Mrs Leyland, Aug 2020
Mrs Martin Aug 2020

“We stayed at Burrow Cottage in August 2020.”

The cottage is beautifully decorated and equipped with everything we needed for our stay as well being immaculately clean. Parking was also available. The cottage is in a great location to enable us to visit the many beautiful places you can visit us in The Lake District. It was also lovely to hear the near by brook when going to sleep at night. Useful information was provided about the surrounding area and activities which helped us make the most of our stay.

- Mrs Martin, Aug 2020
Jo Mar 2019

“We stayed on a weekend at the end of March and had the most perfect time.”

Everything has been so carefully thought out and there was absolutely nothing that was missing. This is a definite must stay place and I wouldn't hesitate in coming back again but next time for longer. It's so well equipped with absolutely everything you could possibly need. A very well equipped kitchen, cosy lounge and in a very quiet and private area. It's in a beautiful spot and definitely rates 10 out of 10.

- Jo, Mar 2019
Thomas Dec 2018

“The cottage is in a great location for getting into Windermere and the surrounding area and is easy to find.”

Lots of information was left about the local area and activities. If going in the winter the cottage can be cold, however amble firewood and coal was left for our stay. Overall we had a great time staying here and would love to return.

- Thomas, Dec 2018
Mr Abbott Nov -0001

“Lovely, cosy, well equipped cottage to come back to after busy days out.”

- Mr Abbott, Nov -0001

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Summary

Sleeps 2: 1 king size bed
Marbled tiled Bathroom with shower over bath, small pleasant patio to the front and there is an enclosed seating area to the rear
2 parking spaces
Open plan living/dining area with woodburning stove
Bed linen and towels provided.
Night storage heating, fully fitted solid oak kitchen with stable door leading to rear dining area
Halogen hob, dishwasher, washer etc
Freeview & Wifi

The property

Dating back to 1640, this cosy Lake District cottage with a picture postcard white exterior, deep-silled cottage windows, log burner and old oak beams.This chocolate box cottage is an ideal place to relax and unwind. The owners have completed a sympathetic refurbishment to provide a modern twist to an otherwise traditional Lakeland forester's cottage with features such as broadband. Bowness village is only a few miles away (just follow the lakeside road north past "Millionaires' Row") and for a special treat visit one of our favourite Lake District country pubs, the Mason's Arms.

It's only a short drive away at Bowland Bridge. == Accommodation in detail Traditional porch with slate floor.

The cosy living / dining room is full of character; deep windows, oak beams, comfy sofas and log burner set in a Lakeland fireplace with solid oak flooring and oak furniture.

Modern, solid oak kitchen with a stable door leading to the furnished rear seating area.

Staircase to first floor.

A pretty bedroom, with King size bed and a marble tiled bathroom, with shower over bath.

There is also ample off road parking, which is located in the layby directly outside the garage which belongs to Burrow Cottage Location Only a few miles from Bowness Bay on the eastern shores of Lake Windermere, Burrow Cottage is perfectly placed for a convenient Lake District self-catering break with easy access to the Southern Lakes.

The property is located on the main lake shore road A592, which runs the full length of Lake Windermere from Newby Bridge and Lakeside, to Bowness and north to Ambleside - a journey you might also take on a Lake Windermere Cruise.

For shopping, dining and evenings out, Bowness is your first call.

You'll find a wealth of fantastic Lakeland pubs (where yacht owners and boat-enthusiasts recap their days!) a range of excellent restaurants and several lively bars.

The Royalty Cinema provides for those quieter evenings, and the Old Laundry Theatre is well worth a check. Head over Cartmel Fell from the eastern shores of Lake Windermere and you'll find more wonderful countryside.

Walk up Gummers How for spectacular views of Lake Windermere, then descend into the serene Lyth Valley for a fabulous pub meal at one of the area's renowned Lakeland gastropubs such as the Brown Horse at Winster.

This is a superb Lake District self-catering location, with the opportunity for peace and quiet, vibrant village life and exhilarating walking. Within ten minutes drive you can find Windermere golf club and the fabulous arts and crafts house, Blackwell.

Alternatively leave the car and take a walk up Moor How, the perfect short walk to watch the sunset over Langdale Pikes.

Note: Although set back from the main road and fully screened, some traffic noise may be heard in the garden area or inside the property at certain times.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £200.

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About the location

BOWNESS-ON-WINDERMERE

Windermere Train Station 1.5 miles: Ambleside 5 miles; Kendal 7 miles.

The vibrant twin towns of Bowness and Windermere hold enduring appeal for visitors to the Lake District National Park, with each providing a range of nearby attractions, amenities, cinema, shops and restaurants to suit all tastes. A variety of boat trips and boat hire are available from Windermere Lake Cruises in Bowness to Brockhole, Ambleside and Lakeside (at the southern end of the lake where the Lakeside Aquarium and the Lakeside and Haverthwaite Railway are situated). The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction and the Old Laundry Theatre are 1.5 miles away. Orrest Head, where Alfred Wainwright was inspired to write his series of iconic guidebooks, is a 30-minute walk to enjoy the spectacular panorama of far-reaching views over the lake and surrounding fells. Brockhole, which offers high wire tree top experiences, is three miles away, and the historic villages of Grasmere, Ambleside and Troutbeck are a short drive away. There is also a variety of watersports on offer for the more energetic at marine centres along the lake. The area is ideally situated for exploring all that this region has to offer, whether by foot, bike, car, railway or bus; and is within easy reach of attractions such as the spectacular Langdales, Beatrix Potter’s Hill Top House at Far Sawrey, Coniston, Grizedale Forest Park, with its delightful walks and famous outdoor sculptures, mountain biking and 'Go-Ape' adventure park, Ullswater, Kendal, Keswick, stone circles, Roman forts and England's highest mountain, Scafell Pike.

Bowness, Cumbria & The Lake District (Ref. 1041872)

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Reviews & Ratings

“Absolutely loved our stay, very cosy and clean cottage in a great location.”

“This holiday cottage is perfect, well presented with everything necessary for a comfortable stay.”

“Disappointed with the stay overall.”

“Very disappointed with our stay overall.”

“Loved every minute of my stay at Burrow Cottage, location was key for me.”

“Great location a short drive from some classic and beautiful Lakes locations such as Windamere, Grasmere and Ambleside.”

“Our second stay at Burrow Cottage, we were there last year.”

“We had an amazing time at Burrow Cottage.”

“We really enjoyed our stay in Burrow Cottage.”

“It's the 2nd time we stayed at Burrow Cottage and we'll definitely stay a 3rd (if we're able too).”

“Exactly the place for myself and my wife we were looking for a quiet but near ...”

“The cottage was perfect and very relaxing exactly as it showed on the website.”

“Great, little place to stay, nice and cosy.”

“A great place to stay.”

“The owners have certainly maximised the space in this small cosy cottage.”

“The cottage was lovely, modern interior, clean and well presented ,how ever it is situated on the main road so if you wished to either sit out the front not only could you hear the traffic but could wave at the drivers as they went past.”

“Lovely cottage very quaint and the owners have made great use of the space available , the back garden though is not a area to sit due to traffic noise which was not what we expected for a romantic retreat .”

“If you’re looking for a cosy cottage for two, look no further!”

“Had a wonderful few days at Burrow Cottage.”

“We stayed at Burrow Cottage in August 2020.”

“We stayed on a weekend at the end of March and had the most perfect time.”

“The cottage is in a great location for getting into Windermere and the surrounding area and is easy to find.”

“Lovely, cosy, well equipped cottage to come back to after busy days out.”

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The property

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About the location

BOWNESS-ON-WINDERMERE