Winster Cottage | Grange-over-sands | The Lake District And Cumbria

4.8★

4 Guests
3 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Pets No
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Features

Off road parking
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

61 Customer Review(s)

David
November 2024

“WOW, what can I say.”

It was my first visit to the lakes and it won’t be my last. Winster cottage is everything you need from a holiday let and more. The cleanest, best equipped holiday cottage I have ever stayed in. Thank you. Will definitely consider booking again real soon.

It was my first visit to the lakes and it won’t be my last. Winster cottage is everything you need from a holiday let and more. The cleanest, best equipped holiday cottage I have ever stayed in. Thank you. Will definitely consider booking again real soon.

- David, November 2024

Thank you so much David for your kind words, they are really appreciated and I’m glad you had a lovely stay. Property Owner
Diane September 2024

“Lovely, warm cottage which was very clean.”

We liked the large conservatory. However the stairs to the front door are very steep and did not have a handrail. Also the bath and shower didn't have a grab rail .

- Diane, September 2024

Thanks for your comments. You have given us 100% on accuracy of listing, thanks. What is confusing is that on booking our cottage it accurately states there are steps down to the property,there is also photos on the Sykes website for you to clearly see. You did tell us you had read the accommodation details so would have seen the steps. If you struggled you could have easily avoided any steps and simply walked round the back which is completely flat, step free and an easy alternative as your car would have been there anyway. There is actually no reason anyone should have to walk down a step to go into the cottage. You marked us down a whole 25% for cleanliness even though you stated in your review it was very clean. We pride ourselves in providing spotless accommodation for our guests and people will see that every other review says our cottage is spotless. Again, you marked us down whole 25% for facilities . We have fantastic facilities for a holiday accommodation, providing everything from various flavours of teas, different coffees, hot chocolates, sauces and condiments, we go as far to even provide a slow cooker. We provide a washing machine, tumble dryer and I even provide the washing tablets!!! we give you everything you need, I can’t possibly think of anything else I could provide for you to give us another 25%. Again, you knocked us down 25% For comfort . we are constantly praised for comfort, I don’t know how much more comfort I could’ve provided for you !! for some reason you marked us down greatly on everything.. strange I am providing a beautiful holiday cottage with everything you could possibly need, I don’t feel we have to put grab rails and handrails in… it’s not a nursing home We usually have honest, wonderful reviews from lovely guests, but you can’t please everybody all the time. Property Owner
Frank September 2024

“Fabulous location and views from the conservatory.”

Cottage was lovely, well equipped, comfortable and the cleanliness was exemplary.

- Frank, September 2024

Thank you so much for your kind comments, we’re so pleased you enjoyed your stay, it’s really appreciated when people see the hard work that we put in to provide comfort for our guest Property Owner
Karen September 2024

“I cannot fault this cottage just had a week away and enjoyed every minute !”

The cottage is beautiful and is well equipped with everything you need .We spent a lot of time in the conservatory as it was so peaceful and very comfy .This is one of the nicest cottages I have stayed in and would not hesitate to return. Thank you so much x

- Karen, September 2024

Thank you so much for your very kind words Karen, greatly appreciated and we’re so pleased you had a lovely relaxing holiday, look forward to your return Property Owner
Mubeen August 2024

“Beautiful and really comfortable cottage.”

Great location and views

- Mubeen, August 2024

Thank you for your kind comments, very much appreciated and we are glad you enjoyed your holiday Property Owner
Kelly August 2024

“Cottage was beautiful and very clean (one of the cleanest we have been too).”

The sunroom was definitely the room we used most, it felt very claiming and great view for that peaceful morning coffee. Location is perfect for exploring, most activities we did were only 30/40 mins drive away. Walk into local town was 25/30 mins. Some lovely running routes. Bed in the front room for us personally was uncomfortable (mattress just not as firm as we are used to). Likewise, would not put us off going back as everything else was perfect. Clare, was a great host. Lots of communication before arriving and lots of information at the cottage about things to do within the area.

- Kelly, August 2024

Hi, thanks for your feedback. We have provided a firm mattress in one bedroom and a medium mattress in the other so our guests can choose what is best for their comfort, I think you would agree everybody has different preferences to a mattress. We pride ourselves in providing a high level of comfort for our guests. Property Owner
Megan August 2024

“This beautiful cottage is an absolute gem!”

The moment we walked in, we just fell in love with it! Has to be the cleanest property we have ever rented! Winster cottage has everything you need, the stunning extension on the back made it for us, we loved sitting in there on an evening relaxing! Perfect garden for our two boys! Great location to all the things we had planned! We would love to return one day! Thank you!

- Megan, August 2024

Thanks for your lovely comments, we’re so pleased you enjoyed your stay Property Owner
Colin June 2024

“Our stay at Winster Cottage was perfect.”

It was our 2nd visit and once again we were not disappointed. Beautiful Cottage in a beautiful location. Everything is provided that you could possibly need for a great stay. House has been renovated to a very high standard. Clean and beautifully presented. If you love peace and gorgeous views this is the place for you, would not hesitate to recommend! Will miss having my morning cuppa in the conservatory looking out at the view. Will definitely be returning.Thankyou Clare and Jason, great job.

- Colin, June 2024

Thanks Colin for your very kind words. We’re so pleased you both returned and had another lovely stay Property Owner
Eifion June 2024

“A very well renovated cottage ,excellent standard throughout .”

The cottage was very clean and comfortable and in a quiet location .We very much enjoyed our stay and will book again for next year . Our only ( Slight ) minus point was the lack of blackout blinds in the two bedrooms especially during summer months when it gets light very early .

- Eifion, June 2024

Thanks for your review, glad you enjoyed your stay. One of the two main bedrooms has a total blackout curtain. Property Owner
Pauline May 2024

“Just back from a week at Winster Cottage, an absolutely amazing stay.”

The cottage is in a very quiet location and is stunning from the moment you arrive outside. You can easily see the care attention that has been put into an amazing renovation. Whether relaxing on the patio, in the conservatory or the lounge, it was totally relaxing. All mod cons to make your stay easier and extremely well equipped kitchen all added to our holiday. Greatly situated for short journey's to different places in the Lake District. Small touches like fresh milk left for you are greatly appreciated. We will definitely be going back and recommending to friends and family. Clare was lovely when we spoke to her on the phone.

- Pauline, May 2024

Thank you Pauline for taking the time to write your review and pass on your kind words, we’re so pleased you enjoyed your stay Property Owner
Katie May 2024

“Lovely property, a home from home.”

Everything you need and gorgeous views all round. We've had a wonderful week. Hawkshead chocolate factory is brilliant and lakeland farm too

- Katie, May 2024

Hi Katie, thank you for taking time to leave a review, we really appreciate your kind feedback Property Owner
Helen May 2024

“We’ve just returned from a weeks stay at Winster Cottage as a family of four with two very young children.”

Absolutely beautiful location, very peaceful and the views out of every window are absolutely stunning! Our three year old enjoyed watching sheep, cows, swans, geese and even a heron! The house has been renovated to a beautiful standard and I’ve never stayed anywhere cleaner! It also smelt incredible! Lovely powerful shower in a very clean, bright bathroom. Everything is good quality ie linen and towels etc. So much character has been added during fhe renovation (there’s a photo album in the kitchen if you’re nosey like me!) The conservatory is such a fantastic place to sit and has air con to keep it a comfortable temp. The utility room was an added bonus, equipped with a washer and separate tumble dryer. Never thought I’d be doing washing on holiday but with a 3 year old and a baby it was inevitable! The cupboards are stocked like nowhere I’ve ever stayed, with washing detergent, loads of essential like condiments and array of full size packs of tea and coffee. The garden is large, flat and fantastic for children to run off some steam. A man came to cut the grass whilst we were there and was so friendly. Thanks so much for some lovely family memories!

- Helen, May 2024

Helen, thank you very much for taking the time to give us such wonderful feedback, it is truly so appreciated and lets us know that all the work we put in appreciated ,. Our aim is to make every customers holiday as comfortable and home from home experience as we can, once again thank you Property Owner
Stuart May 2024

“Winster Cottage is absolutely stunning & beautiful it's definitely 5 Star , it is spotless & smells amazing, it has everything that you could need for your holiday.”

It is huge inside with plenty of storage. We loved the views from the huge sun lounge & loved sitting out on the patio in the evenings. The only tiny negative for us was the sofa in the sun longe, it looks great but it was very low and reclined so gave us back ache but maybe it's Ok for others. Our bed was comfy, the shower was great & powerful, lovely bedding & fluffy towels. it was good to park the car at the bottom of the drive so the car was off road (really quiet road tho ) & the neighbours were lovely too. Lots to see and do in the area. When we spoke to the owners Claire & Jason they sounded lovely people and they are so proud of Winster Cottage and rightly so as it is a fantastic place. We can't praise Winter Cottage enough and we will definitely be returning! Thank you for a great holiday.

- Stuart, May 2024

Hi, thanks so much for taking the time to write your lovely review, we really appreciate it. Just to note, the settee isn’t a recliner, it’s a standard settee so hopefully people will find it comfortable, thanks again Property Owner
Sharon April 2024

“We've just spent a week at the beautiful Winster Cottage and can honestly say it is fabulous.”

The cottage is spacious with lovely views and in a quiet location and Clare and Jason have obviously put a lot of thought and effort into not only the renovation, which is beautiful but also with regards to furnishings and fitting out etc. Everything has been thought of. The well equipped kitchen has everything you could possibly need from cutlery, crockery, plenty of pots, pans, a large assortment of baking tins, glasses etc - we didn't find anything 'missing' so to speak. We found condiments, herbs, cooking oil, various teas, coffee and sugar etc in cupboards and fresh milk in the fridge. I mention these as we weren't aware of them and took a few items with us that weren't needed. The beautiful conservatory was our absolute favourite place to have breakfast every morning and chill every evening with a glass of wine. It's so lovely and comfortable with a beautiful view. We were lucky enough to have good weather which made the views front and rear stunning. The cottage is lovely and warm which meant my husband was disappointed that we didn't need the wood burner. I will mention the stairs in the cottage as a couple of people have mentioned them. There is quite a sharp bend in the stairs, however I managed without a problem and I have arthritis and had a hip replacement 6 months ago. Similarly there has been mention of steep steps down to the front door. There are 4 steps down and again I managed with no problem. Also you can go down the drive to access the side gate. To sum it up this is an absolutely beautiful cottage in a quiet location and in an ideal area for visiting the lakes. Don't hesitate if you're thinking of booking. We wouldn't stay anywhere else if visiting the area again. Thank you Clare and Jason.

- Sharon, April 2024

Thank you so much Sharon for taking the time to write your kind words, they are really appreciated, so pleased you enjoyed your stay. I also thank you for passing on your very sensible comments about the outside steps, as you mentioned it is so easy to walk round the side if needed and very accessible so thanks again Property Owner
Anne April 2024

“A beautiful property, one of the best we have stayed at.”

Spacious, warm, well furnished and well equipped, the owners had thought of everything! The stairs could be a bit tricky for elderly/disabled people, they reminded me of twisty stairs in a Welsh castle, but I would still recommend this property to the majority of people. We would be happy to stay again.

- Anne, April 2024

Hi Anne, I’m pleased that you enjoyed your stay. It does clearly state that the stairs can be narrow for people with mobility issues but it’s not an issue for the majority who stay, thanks anyway Property Owner
Eleanor Louise March 2024

“Winster cottage is another level.”

.. AMAZING!!! What more, the owner Clare is just brilliant! We will definitely be visiting winster cottage again next year, and possibly every year there after as I think we've found our forever place

- Eleanor Louise, March 2024

Thank you so much Eleanor for your very kind words, we really appreciate it. We’re so pleased you had a wonderful stay and are so pleased you will be returning Property Owner
Louise October 2023

“What a gorgeous cottage.”

Very comfy and well equipped. Great tranquil location ideally situated to explore our favourite places in the stunning Lake District. Our six year old wants to live in the cottage.we wish! We’ll certainly be planning another stay though. Thank you so much Louse., Billy and Miles from Redcar

- Louise, October 2023

Hi Louise, thanks so much for your kind words, we’re really glad you enjoyed your stay Property Owner
Graham October 2023

“A hand rail on the steps down to the front door would have been beneficial”

- Graham, October 2023

Hi, For anyone who would struggle with the steps down to the front door you can simply go down the drive to use the very accessible back door. The Sykes overview states that there are steps down to the front door but easy accessible entry to the rear of the property Property Owner
Amy September 2023

“We had a wonderful stay at Winster Cottage.”

The cottage had everything we needed and has been beautifully renovated. We would definitely recommend.

- Amy, September 2023

Hi Amy, thanks for taking the time to write your kind comments, I’m really pleased you enjoyed your stay Property Owner
M September 2023

“If it's utter peace of mind, in a tranquil yet easily accessible location, a property teeming with charm, character, and a true home-from-home feeling, then look no further.”

I can assure you Winster Cottage will give you more than you could ever expect. We had a truly wonderful stay, This beautiful cottage lacks absolutely nothing and is perfect in every way. Just book it and I promise you won't be disappointed, Our children adored it (12,10 and 8), they have already been looking at dates for our next return !! Easily the best location and cottage we have ever been blessed to stay in. Thank you, once again, for making it such a wonderful experience for us all. May the cottage go from strength to strength.

- M, September 2023

Thank you so much for your kind words. We put a lot of work into getting everything right for our guests and it’s really nice when we know all the hard work is appreciated, it’s lovely to hear our guests will be returning Property Owner
Anna August 2023

“What a brilliant find!”

Such a beautiful cottage refurbed to an extremely high spec. We loved the conservatory room - so much space, comfortable sofa and brilliant views. Great garden, everything well thought of and well equipped. The only thing to note if taking children under 3, we had to take our own stair gate, travel cot and high chair, stairs are open plan however we made it work and the beauty of the cottage is worth it. We will definately stay again. Thank you to the owners.

- Anna, August 2023

Thanks for your lovely comments, we really appreciate it Property Owner
Katy August 2023

“The property is beautiful.”

Had everything we needed for our week away with our 3 teenagers. The Winster river is just outside the door. Our sons loved to fish in it every evening and even caught a few Trout (which they released back into the river) The only thing I would say is the sofa bed in the mezzanine had a slow puncture and our youngest did wake to his bottom on the floor every morning. Unfortunately the property has 2 double beds and only 1 single bed meaning our boys would have had to share a double bed and no amount of bribery could persuade them to do that (18yrs and 13 yrs). Over all we would defiantly visit again. Perfect base for exploring the lakes.

- Katy, August 2023

Hi, glad you enjoyed your stay. Thanks for letting me know about the blow up settee , I’ll have to get it replaced, it must’ve been a very new problem. It does clearly state on the Sykes website that There are two double bedrooms and a single bedroom, the mezzanine is not designed as a bedroom, it is designed as an extra space for children, young adults to have as a area with the blowup settee as seating for them, it is not an additional bedroom Property Owner
Kate July 2023

“Fabulous property,amazing conservatory,had everything you needed and more.”

I would definitely recommend to others. The only thing missing for me was a clothes airer but that’s very minor!

- Kate, July 2023
Colin July 2023

“Our stay at Winster cottage was fabulous!”

The moment we walked in the door all we could say while walking round was WOW! It is a beautiful cottage in a gorgeous location. The fixtures, fittings and furnishings are all of a very high standard. It is a true credit to the owner's, and we thank them for all the hard work they obviously put in to make this a lovely holiday home for us to enjoy. We are already ĺooking at booking for next year. Would throughly recommend! You will not be disappointed, if you are looking to relax in tranquil surroundings in a beautiful well equipped cottage this is for you! I only hope it is not always booked when we wish to re-book. Well done Jason and Clare we will be back.

- Colin, July 2023

Hi Colin Thank you so much for taking the time to write your kind words, very much appreciated, we’re looking forward to your return Property Owner
Trevor June 2023

“This cottage was more than I expected everything was perfect we could not fault anything ,we did not want to go home we were so settled and relaxed there.”

- Trevor, June 2023

Thank you for your kind words Trevor, it means a lot to have nice feedback Property Owner
Alison May 2023

“We had an amazing time at this beautiful cottage.”

It is in an excellent location and is absolutely perfect! Spotlessly clean, It's spacious, has a very well equipped kitchen, a comfortable sitting room plus a fabulous conservatory to relax in as well. The garden is great - I could go on, but suffice to say we highly recommend Winster Cottage and we will definitely return for another holiday there again soon.

- Alison, May 2023

Thank you Alison for your lovely comments, it makes it worthwhile to know guests really appreciate the hard work we put in so everyone has a nice stay Property Owner
Valerie April 2023

“We had a wonderful stay at Winster Cottage.”

It's a lovely cottage, set in beautiful surroundings. The property was very clean, and well furnished. The conservatory was amazing. The only small thing I would comment on, is the fact that although there was a washing machine and tumble dryer, it would have been nice to have an outside washing line and/or airer to hang washed clothes! But I would highly recommend a stay here, and would definitely return for future holidays!

- Valerie, April 2023
Chris April 2023

“An interestingly designed and well equipped cottage that suited us perfectly for a week in the Lakes over Easter.”

Ideally suited to one or two couples in double bedrooms, a fifth person can sleep in an additional single bedroom, although this is windowless and lacks storage space. The staircase is curved and steep, so you have to take care when moving heavy baggage, but is otherwise fine unless you have significant mobility issues. The bathroom is very nicely designed with a combined bath and shower unit. The ground floor is spacious with an excellent kitchen area and all the utensils that you are likely to need. A new, large and very lovely conservatory complete with heating and air conditioning is a super place to be in regardless of the weather; very spacious, it has plenty of seating space and a good dining table. For entertainment, there is a profusion of Smart TVs (but no DVD player). Although located in a fairly remote spot, we walked to Grange over Sands on a couple of occasions, which was a level stroll taking about 30 minutes, while it only takes a few minutes to drive back to the A590. We had a minor maintenance issue when we arrived (a fire alarm back-up battery was beeping) and needed a ladder to reach the alarm. This problem was sorted out very quickly and efficiently by the owners. We stay at a good many holiday homes and recommend Winster Cottage as being well above average.

- Chris, April 2023
Nigel March 2023

“Lovely cottage, one of the nicest we have stayed in.”

Had everything you could ask for. The property was described as 3 bedroom, consisting if 2 doubles and a single. However, the description does not tell you that the single bedroom is actually a small box room with no window and no storage. Even with the radiator switched off, in March, it was sweltering in the bedroom. We picked Winster cottage as myself and my wife were going away with our mother's, one 86 and one 84. Both are frail and like their privacy hence wanting 3 bedrooms. Unfortunately, one of them had to use this makeshift bedroom and it spoilt the holiday for one of them. As much as we loved the cottage, we would have booked elsewhere had we known. We did contact the owner who seemed to think we were trivialising when we explained this. I think you need to be aware of this and amend the description as you are not advertising the property accurately.

- Nigel, March 2023

The room is a standard room with a wardrobe for your belongings and a bedside table as the Sykes details state Property Owner
Kathleen March 2023

“This is a stunning cottage in a tranquil setting yet close to all attractions of Grange over Sands.”

From the moment you step over the threshold you feel like it’s home from home. Very cosy and beautifully furnished. The kitchen has everything you could possibly need. Lovely bedrooms and spacious bathroom. A wonderful property renovation and the large conservatory is just an added bonus. Very usable at this time of year especially. Overall, very clean, comfortable and warm. Definitely highly recommend and will certainly be returning ourselves.

- Kathleen, March 2023

Thanks so much for your lovely comments, it means a lot to know people really appreciate the hard work it took to make it comfortable for our guests, I'm pleased that you will be returning Property Owner
Helen February 2023

“The cottage can be summed up in one word - FABULOUS!”

The photos and reviews suggested it was going to be good but they didn’t portray the ‘wow factor’! We do lots of self catered holidays and this is best looking place we’ve stayed. Lovely and warm on arrival and everything you might need. Water pressure a little low upstairs so allow plenty of time if you want a bath - but worth the wait, like the rest of the cottage - the bathroom is spacious. We have family in Kendal & Windermere - both easy and quick to drive to from the cottage. It also only takes about half an hour to walk to Grange (some of the walk is along the promenade) where there are lots of places to get coffee and cake! Wouldn’t hesitate to recommend booking Winster Cottage and would happily return again and again.

- Helen, February 2023

Hi, thanks for your lovely feedback, really pleased you enjoyed your stay. Sorry you experienced low water pressure. There appeared to be a problem with the water supplier, everything is now back to normal Property Owner
Pauline December 2022

“If Minster cottage was a hotel it would be five star.”

I have high standards and could find no fault. Also the whole cottage felt warm as freezing outside and the advice was right we did not need central heating on the other heaters kept us warm at all times.The views were amazing and so many walks from the cottage .This place has been refurbished with love. Thanks again for a perfect break David &Pauline Heath.

- Pauline, December 2022

Thank you for your kind words, I’m so pleased you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner
Jane October 2022

“A stunning cottage renovated to a high standard.”

A real home from home.

- Jane, October 2022

Thank you for your kind words, I’m really pleased you both had a lovely stay. Property Owner
Lorraine August 2022

“We had a lovely stay at Winster Cottage beautifully renovated stunning views wi fi dropped out while watching tv we didn't touch anything!”

! resumed morning we left weather was kind to us would highly recommend cottage very well equipped felt like home not a holiday stay thank u would have loved a dining table and chairs in conservatory didn't use one of the chairs it looked abit broken thank u for a lovely stay

- Lorraine, August 2022

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Teresa June 2022

“We had a lovely stay in this perfect cottage.”

The location is quiet and peaceful with great views out of all windows, some of the sunsets were amazing. It had everything we needed and more. Grange Over Sands village had much more then we thought it would with plenty of shops and cafes and having walked along the well kept promenade we discovered tennis courts, pitch & putt, bowls, croquet, basket ball court and another cafe. We left feeling relaxed and rather sad to say goodbye.

- Teresa, June 2022

Thank you for your comments, we are so pleased you enjoyed your stay. Obviously we’re biased but it is a beautiful place, so peaceful and gives you time to relax and unwind Property Owner
Shauna June 2022

“We had a truly fabulous time staying at Winster cottage.”

An idyllic location, not too far from many towns and the beach. Even just sitting in bed looking out the window onto the river, cliffs and sheep was so peaceful. Utility room with washer and dryer was a massive help for our babies and kitchen is perfect for self catering. A dining room would be a marvellous addition but we coped fine with breakfast bar and picnic table on warmer days, however it looks like an extension is on the way!

- Shauna, June 2022

Thanks so much for your kind words. My Husband worked so hard on the cottage to make it so beautiful, glad you appreciate it Property Owner
Khoi April 2022

“Exact as advertised, every single thing in this cottage is of good quality.”

We are very happy with our stay! Highly recommended esp. for family with children.

- Khoi, April 2022

Thanks for the nice comments , glad you enjoyed your stay Property Owner
Val March 2022

“I have never been in such a spotlessly clean accommodation.”

Everything you could possibly need . I would highly recommend this cottage . Thankyou

- Val, March 2022

I’m so pleased you enjoyed your stay , thank you for your kind comments Property Owner
Jonathan December 2021

“Beautiful cottage.”

Great location. Really modern, stylish interior. Everything there what we needed. Surprised how child friendly it was (we have 2 young children). Would like to revisit in summer and take advantage of wonderful garden.

- Jonathan, December 2021

Thanks for your lovely feedback, very appreciated Property Owner
Faisal November 2021

“Love the property.”

It has been extremely well decorated and furnitures are perfect in place all rooms are comfortable and cosy. Highly recommend the cottage and the location is perfect soo quite and peacefull

- Faisal, November 2021

Thanks for your lovely feedback, glad you enjoyed your stay Property Owner
Tracey October 2021

“Loved it! It’s amazing how much work was gone into renovating the cottage, it was great to look through the book and see all of the progress.”

The location is very calm and relaxing and we loved the river outside. The cottage itself is also very nice and everything you need is there, the pictures don’t do the place justice! I would definitely recommend staying here to anybody wanting to relax and go for walks.

- Tracey, October 2021
Toni September 2021

“We had a lovely stay.”

Weather was miserable, wind and rain, so some days we decided not to venture out. This was no hardship, it was lovely staying in this luxury accommodation. Views of the river and the surroundings in all sorts of weather. There was nothing we needed, fully equipped. Even Fresh Eggs next door. Highly recommended, it's a stunning property. They kept the character of the old cottage when modernising with high quality furnishings. Loved it.

- Toni, September 2021
Sarah August 2021

“Beautiful property, incredibly clean and furnished to a very high quality.”

I would not hesitate to book again. A great base to explore the local areas - loads of activities and sightseeing to do. Very relaxing and cosy. Fabulous garden - we enjoyed playing swing ball with the children. A lovely renovation of the cottage, and really well equipped. Can’t fault it.

- Sarah, August 2021
Peter June 2021

“Beautiful cottage, very clean with everything you need provided.”

Don’t hesitate to book!

- Peter, June 2021
Christopher June 2021

“Cottage was beautifully done and in a lovely location.”

The garden was great and the kids loved the place.

- Christopher, June 2021
Julie June 2021

“We had a fabulous stay in this superb cottage which has been renovated to very high standards.”

No expense has been spared. The owners have left a very interesting photo album of the before/work in progress/after pictures which shows all of the work that has gone into this project. The cottage is in a lovely peaceful location but very close to Grange Over Sands. We found it was the perfect base to visit the Lake District and surrounding areas. The cottage was very clean and well equipped with a very stylish kitchen with a superb, easy to use cooking range.However, we found a couple of things were missing - a tea pot and Champagne/Prosecco glasses. We guessed they had been broken and not replaced as there was only one left. We also found that there was no comfortable provision for eating meals. The breakfast bar is fine for breakfast but only space to comfortably seat 3 people. It is not ideal for dinner in the evening. The owners have provided a fold up garden type table and chairs which is stored away but it is not really adequate or comfortable for 4 people. On the other hand, the outdoor patio furniture is plentiful and comfortable. Extreme caution is needed using the stairs and steps leading down to the entrance of the cottage. Overall, it was a pleasure to stay in this accomodation.

- Julie, June 2021
Dawn October 2020

“This is a beautiful property.”

Well situated for the Lakes and within walking distance of grange over sands.The property is well equipped clean and very comfortable. We had a great week.

- Dawn, October 2020
Stacey September 2020

“What a beautiful property!”

We use Skyes every year and the properties seem to get better each time. Beds comfortable, kitchen well equipped. Clean throughout. We took some wood knowing it would be chilly so we could use the lof burner. WiFi strong. Netflix on the TV which we appreciated on the rainy day we had. Local village less than 5 minutes drive and a good location to visit all the local attractions

- Stacey, September 2020
Alan September 2020

“We were extremely pleased with the accommodation.”

It was a 90th birthday treat for our Mum who had a wonderful time. She was perfectly capable of managing stairs and steps to the rear entrance. We have no negative comments to make but unfortunately forgot to write our comments in the book. Please pass these on to the owners as we will definitely consider booking cottage again should we wish to visit the area. Many thanks for your assistance

- Alan, September 2020

Thanks for your lovely and very sensible feedback. If your lovely 90 yr old mum has no problem getting down the stairs it puts the younger ones to shame!!! Property Owner
Hilary September 2020

“I booked this cottage in July 2019 based on the images on the Web site, expected it to look slightly tired looking because it was a popular property, on entering the cottage it was still just beautiful as the photos showed.”

Beautiful cottage set in lovely friendly village with easy access to the lakes and other places of interest. I would highly recommend this cottage to my friends ad family,. The cottage has everything you would need, jut like home from home.

- Hilary, September 2020
Laura January 2020

“Absolutely amazing can not fault it one bit would highly recommend to anybody we was fully satisfied.”

- Laura, January 2020
Peter November 2019

“We loved the tranquillity of the location of Winter Cottage.”

It was clean and the hosts were very helpful. The house is beautifully renovated with high end finishes which made the stay feel luxurious and cosy. Logfire, Red wine, river and cosy cottage!, What more could one ask for? The location of fabulous and very close to the bay. All round a fabulous stay!!

- Peter, November 2019
Cameron October 2019

“Winster Cottage is extremely comfortable and well equipped with really thoughtful touches and attention to detail to make your stay as easy and relaxing as possible.”

The cottage is finished to an exceptionally high standard and is ideally located to make the most out of the stunning area. We particularly appreciated the folder full of information reading local walks, it was really helpful and saved us lots of time and research. A truly stunning holiday cottage, we will definitely be back!

- Cameron, October 2019
Annabel October 2019

“Lovely cottage, which included lots of home comforts.”

Beautiful fitted kitchen. So nice that it was equipped with salt and pepper and vegetable oil and dishwasher tablets. Everything was so clean and tidy. Such thought had gone into the decor. WiFi was brilliant and no problems with mobile phone signals. Lovely quiet and peaceful location!!!!!

- Annabel, October 2019
Theresa September 2019

“Both the property and the location were outstanding!”

The area is stunning. Winster Cottage was a home from home very comfortable and the area was quiet. The cookies, tea,coffee and milk was a great touch and well needed when we arrived.

- Theresa, September 2019
Laura August 2019

“Lovely characterful cottage in scenic surroundings.”

Well equipped kitchen, great garden for kids. Would recommend!

- Laura, August 2019
Philippa August 2019

“It is obvious that the cottage owners are new to the holiday letting experience.”

We all really liked the property but feel we need to make you aware of a few issues the we feel are health and safety issues. Firstly the stars in the property are very narrow and steep. There is no real hand rail except a rope leading up. This rail was broken by my 12 year old son when he help on to stop himself from falling. When we contacted the owner she was very rude and accused us of deliberately damaging her property. Pictures have been sent to you. These stairs need to have something done to make them safer. Someone will seriously hurt themselves. The second issue is that the third bedroom is really only a cupboard with a bed. There are no windows and no ventilation. My son was so hot and stuffy that he had to sleep on the sofa downstairs. I am sure this is also a health and safety issue and am sure would contravene building regulations. We are very glad we are not staying there this week as that room would be un-usable. I feel the owner need to understand the issues and address them. These are lawsuits waiting to happen!

- Philippa, August 2019

We are very experienced holiday let owners who take great pride in providing comfort and luxury accommodation. What I don’t expect is a customer to come into our accommodation and wreck it. The damage was so bad we had to cancel bookings to rectify all the damage. The damage caused left us with a bill of over £900. Our cottage has never been so badly damaged but when I saw the pictures what you had done I asked you to leave, at this point I knew you would go out of your way to leave terrible feedback. But owning a holiday home and renting it out doesn’t give people the right to wreck it and then try to ruin your business by leaving terrible feedback Property Owner
Andrew August 2019

“The accommodation was excellent, highly recommended.”

- Andrew, August 2019
Carol July 2019

“Personally Wifi and a table and chairs in the kitchen would have enhanced what is a great house in a beautiful location.”

We used the wooden garden table which we left up for the duration of our stay but couldn't understand why a permanent table and chairs was missing, when you can see the owners have renovated the house to such a high standard. Kitchen was well equipped, brilliant oven, there were champagne glasses but couldn't find any wine glasses. We enjoyed our stay and would definitely recommend the property.

- Carol, July 2019
Rae July 2019

“LOVED the cottage, the location and Grange over Sands too.”

Owners had put out little extras too which were a lovely welcoming touch. Bedding etc was fabulous. Cottage is stunning. The only thing that would improve this cottage is the addition of WiFi. I stumbled across it by chance as normally WiFi is a “must”. However as it was only 5 days thought we would take the chance. Definitely missed it as mobile only had intermittent coverage.

- Rae, July 2019
Paul July 2019

“Perfect location, high standard of decor and immaculate cleanliness The only thing I missed was the wifi”

- Paul, July 2019

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Summary

***Please be aware of steps down to the Front Door***
Over two floors
Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x queen size with mezzanine and 1 x single
Bathroom with a L-shaped bath with shower over, WC, hand basin and heated towel rail
Cloakroom with a WC, hand basin, and heated towel rail
Open-plan living room with a kitchen, dining area and sitting area with a decorative woodburner stove (do not use)
Loft-style stairs in queen-size bedroom leading to a mezzanine recreational room
Newly fitted fully air conditioned conservatory with large dining table, 6 dining chairs and settee (images to follow)
Gas central heating with woodburning stove
Double oven range, gas hobs, a large fridge/freezer dishwasher, as well as a microwave, toaster and kettle
Smart TV, x 3 TVs, WiFi
Fuel and power is inc. in the rent
Bed linen and towels are inc. in the rent
Off-road parking for one car with additional roadside parking
Large private garden and patio area with a garage and riverside/limestone escarpment views
Sorry, no dogs, no smoking
Pub 1.8 miles, shops 1.8 miles.
Note: Stairs narrow and steep; care to be taken
There are some steps down to front door but other door at back is flat with easy access
Please note: property will sleep 5 but a maximum of 4 adults including any infants
Note: The single room is suitable for younger guests

The property

This contemporary detached cottage is situated in the picturesque town of Grange-over-Sands, Within the Lake District National Park, Cumbria.

This impressive property has been excellently refurbished with a combination of contemporary and rustic living in a peaceful and rural location, offering families and friends alike an idyllic retreat to come back to after adventuring.

Upon entering the property, you will walk into a superb open-plan kitchen/dining/sitting room where you can relax and unwind with family and friends.

The sleek and contemporary kitchen area is sure to entice any budding chef, which comes fully-equipped with a combination electric double oven range, gas hobs, a large fridge/freezer dishwasher, as well as a microwave, toaster, kettle, and breakfast bar.

The fantastic sitting area offers the perfect space to catch up with loved ones, with stylish ample seating, a wall-mounted smart TV, and a warming woodburning stove to cosy up to on colder nights.

In a separate room is a convenient utility room, which includes a washing and drying machine.

Next to this is a contemporary cloakroom, which is fitted with a WC, hand basin, and a heated towel rail.

When the evening draws to a close, climb up the stairs to the first floor and you will be able to find three wonderfully-decorated bedrooms all with ample storage.

The property hosts one king-size bedroom, complete with scenic riverside views, a TV, and a study desk and chair.

Ideal for younger guests, there is one single bedroom and one queen-size bedroom, with additional riverside views, a TV, and loft style stairs leading to a fabulous mezzanine recreational area with a sofa.

Completing this floor is a large family bathroom with fully-fitted white storage units, a WC, hand basin, a large mirror, a heated towel rail, and a relaxing L-shaped bath with a shower over.

Continuing to impress, and completing the property is a rear large private garden and patio, which includes a garage for secure bike or kayak storage and plentiful outdoor seating, offering a idyllic area to immerse yourself in the calming sounds of the nearby running river and spectacular towering limestone escarpment views.

The cottage is ideally located nearby to the town centre of Grange-over-Sands, which boasts a promenade, pretty ornamental gardens, brass band concerts, golf courses, as well as excellent bird watching, walking and cycling opportunities.

Perfect for any time of year, journey slightly further afield to find the Lake District National Park, a haven for those seeking adventure with a wealth of leisure activities to choose from, including cycling, climbing, archery, canoeing, kayaking, team building, and guided hill walks.

The nearby town of Windermere offers an array of serene gardens, shopping, a cinemas and a theatre, and superb family attractions, including Brockhole - The Lake District Visitor Centre which has an adventure playground for children and a café, and Fell Foot Park, which offers boat hires for rowing and lush green areas, ideal for picnics in the sun.

Make Winster Cottage your next getaway for a refreshing break in this remarkable region of Cumbria.

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About the location

GRANGE-OVER-SANDS

Cartmel 2 miles; Lake Windermere 8 miles; Kendal 10 miles.

The charming Edwardian resort of Grange-over-Sands is set between the Lake District fells and Morecambe Bay and offers one of the mildest climates in the north of England. Formerly a small fishing village, the introduction of the Furness Railway transformed Grange-over-Sands into a fashionable Edwardian resort. Today, the town has much to offer the visitor including a traffic-free promenade, delightful ornamental gardens, golf courses, brass band concerts and excellent bird watching. Just a short drive away are Lake Windermere (8 miles), the villages of Bowness-on-Windermere and Hawkshead, which still retain the charm and character that has endeared them to so many, and the home of sticky toffee pudding, Cartmel, with its famous racecourse and the L’Enclume restaurant, which has been voted the 4th best restaurant in the UK. Other attractions in the area include Levens Hall, with its Elizabethan Hall and world famous topiary gardens, Holker Hall, Furness Abbey, Sizergh Castle, a National Trust medieval house and gardens, and Conishead Priory, a Gothic revival country house. There is also the 25 mile Cistercian Way which starts at Grange over Sands. Set amidst the southern lakes, the attractive town of Grange-over-Sands makes a superb base from which to enjoy the whole of this magical area.

Please note: property sleeps a maximum of 5 people including any infants.
Note: The single room is suitable for younger guests

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Reviews & Ratings

“WOW, what can I say.”

“Lovely, warm cottage which was very clean.”

“Fabulous location and views from the conservatory.”

“I cannot fault this cottage just had a week away and enjoyed every minute !”

“Beautiful and really comfortable cottage.”

“Cottage was beautiful and very clean (one of the cleanest we have been too).”

“This beautiful cottage is an absolute gem!”

“Our stay at Winster Cottage was perfect.”

“A very well renovated cottage ,excellent standard throughout .”

“Just back from a week at Winster Cottage, an absolutely amazing stay.”

“Lovely property, a home from home.”

“We’ve just returned from a weeks stay at Winster Cottage as a family of four with two very young children.”

“Winster Cottage is absolutely stunning & beautiful it's definitely 5 Star , it is spotless & smells amazing, it has everything that you could need for your holiday.”

“We've just spent a week at the beautiful Winster Cottage and can honestly say it is fabulous.”

“A beautiful property, one of the best we have stayed at.”

“Winster cottage is another level.”

“What a gorgeous cottage.”

“A hand rail on the steps down to the front door would have been beneficial”

“We had a wonderful stay at Winster Cottage.”

“If it's utter peace of mind, in a tranquil yet easily accessible location, a property teeming with charm, character, and a true home-from-home feeling, then look no further.”

“What a brilliant find!”

“The property is beautiful.”

“Fabulous property,amazing conservatory,had everything you needed and more.”

“Our stay at Winster cottage was fabulous!”

“This cottage was more than I expected everything was perfect we could not fault anything ,we did not want to go home we were so settled and relaxed there.”

“We had an amazing time at this beautiful cottage.”

“We had a wonderful stay at Winster Cottage.”

“An interestingly designed and well equipped cottage that suited us perfectly for a week in the Lakes over Easter.”

“Lovely cottage, one of the nicest we have stayed in.”

“This is a stunning cottage in a tranquil setting yet close to all attractions of Grange over Sands.”

“The cottage can be summed up in one word - FABULOUS!”

“If Minster cottage was a hotel it would be five star.”

“A stunning cottage renovated to a high standard.”

“We had a lovely stay at Winster Cottage beautifully renovated stunning views wi fi dropped out while watching tv we didn't touch anything!”

“We had a lovely stay in this perfect cottage.”

“We had a truly fabulous time staying at Winster cottage.”

“Exact as advertised, every single thing in this cottage is of good quality.”

“I have never been in such a spotlessly clean accommodation.”

“Beautiful cottage.”

“Love the property.”

“Loved it! It’s amazing how much work was gone into renovating the cottage, it was great to look through the book and see all of the progress.”

“We had a lovely stay.”

“Beautiful property, incredibly clean and furnished to a very high quality.”

“Beautiful cottage, very clean with everything you need provided.”

“Cottage was beautifully done and in a lovely location.”

“We had a fabulous stay in this superb cottage which has been renovated to very high standards.”

“This is a beautiful property.”

“What a beautiful property!”

“We were extremely pleased with the accommodation.”

“I booked this cottage in July 2019 based on the images on the Web site, expected it to look slightly tired looking because it was a popular property, on entering the cottage it was still just beautiful as the photos showed.”

“Absolutely amazing can not fault it one bit would highly recommend to anybody we was fully satisfied.”

“We loved the tranquillity of the location of Winter Cottage.”

“Winster Cottage is extremely comfortable and well equipped with really thoughtful touches and attention to detail to make your stay as easy and relaxing as possible.”

“Lovely cottage, which included lots of home comforts.”

“Both the property and the location were outstanding!”

“Lovely characterful cottage in scenic surroundings.”

“It is obvious that the cottage owners are new to the holiday letting experience.”

“The accommodation was excellent, highly recommended.”

“Personally Wifi and a table and chairs in the kitchen would have enhanced what is a great house in a beautiful location.”

“LOVED the cottage, the location and Grange over Sands too.”

“Perfect location, high standard of decor and immaculate cleanliness The only thing I missed was the wifi”

Summary

The property

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About the location

GRANGE-OVER-SANDS