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Orrest Range

Windermere, Cumbria & The Lake District (Ref. 1041828)

4.5

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  • 6 Guests

  • 3 Bedrooms

  • 2 Bathrooms

  • Pets No

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Features

  • Open fire
  • Garden / Patio
  • Cot available
  • Highchair available
  • Pub/shop < 1 mile
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

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25 Customer Review(s)

  • Patricia

    “Lovely house well equipped, I think the heating timer needs to change from 3 hours, in the winter isn't long enough as the house felt cold all the time.”

    Also the bed in the main bedroom is really soft some people might like it but it gave me back ache.

    Also the bed in the main bedroom is really soft some people might like it but it gave me back ache.

    - Patricia, November 2024

    Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback. We take all comments on board, and they will be passed onto the relevant teams. We do find that bedding and mattresses are down to personal preference. Thank you The Lakelovers Owner Relations Team Property Owner

Summary

  • Sleeps 6
  • 1 King-size bedroom with en-suite shower room, 1 Double, 1 Twin
  • Contemporary kitchen with underfloor heating.
  • Friday changeover
  • Traditional Lakeland Victorian Cottage
  • Excellent location close to Windermere Village
  • Gas central heating
  • Period Log Fire
  • Wi-Fi
  • TV Freeview / DVD player, (log in with own account for Netflix and iPlayer)
  • Range Cooker with gas hob and electric oven
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Washer / Dryer Fridge/Freezer
  • Hairdryers
  • Family Dining Room with original Victorian Range
  • Access to Choices leisure club at Troutbeck Bridge (2 miles away via car or accessible on bus route)
  • Leather Sofas
  • Courtyard with bistro furniture and covered seating area
  • Lockable store for bikes and outdoor gear
  • Two travel cots, two high chairs
  • Walks direct from the front door
  • On street parking

The property

Orrest Range is a Victorian Lakeland slate terrace cottage situated only a few minutes' walk from the centre of Windermere Village.

Refurbished to a high standard by its current owners the property reflects their attention to detail and quality and retains much of its period charm including a stunning Victorian range. The cottage offers the perfect place to relax with friends and family, conveniently situated for all you could want from a holiday in the Lake District. Located on a quiet street only a few minutes' walk from the friendly and bustling village of Windermere, with a vibrant mix of shops, cafes, bars and restaurants and the popular resort of Bowness on the shores of Lake Windermere just a mile away. Relax in the lounge with cosy log fire and comfortable leather sofas.

Spend time relaxing and socialising around the dining table, a popular feature of this cottage.

Enjoy getting out and about on the fells with walks direct from the door including the popular walk to Orrest Head with its breath-taking views of Lake Windermere and across the whole of the southern Lake District.

Whether you are looking for a great cottage for a family holiday or a gathering of friends, Orrest Range offers an excellent cottage to set you in good stead for a memorable stay! == Accommodation in detail Enter the property through the porch with coat hooks and boot rack to the traditional hallway.

The front lounge is comfortable with a cosy fire, leather sofas, TV and DVD player.

The dining room is a real focal point of this cottage with dining table and stunning, original Victorian Range - an ideal place to gather and socialise over a meal and a drink.

The modern kitchen offers all the amenities you could require to prepare everything from a hearty Cumbrian breakfast to a fantastic dinner for friends. Choose from three comfortable bedrooms; a king size double bedroom with ensuite shower room on the first floor, or double bedroom and a twin bedroom on the second floor.

On the first floor is the family bathroom complete with a large roll top bath and separate shower cubicle. The rear courtyard offers a small bistro table ideal for a morning coffee or a glass of wine, covered seating and lockable storage for bikes, golf clubs and other sports equipment. Location This gorgeous Lake District cottage takes an enviable location; easily reached by car or by train and perfectly placed to explore Windermere village, Bowness and the delights of Lake Windermere without even having to use a car. Windermere village is a lovely place to make yourself at home, with lazy cafes for breakfast, plenty of shops for stocking up the kitchen, traditional Lake District pubs and several restaurants to choose from.

A number of superb walks begin nearby, including the easy ascent of Orrest Head which promises spectacular views of Lake Windermere from the top. Walk or drive less than a mile down the road and you'll reach bustling Bowness, a popular Lake District holiday destination offering sophisticated shopping, a range of restaurants and even a lively nightlife - from the cosy 'Hole int Wall' traditional pub to the trendy Bodegas & Sol tapas bar.

From Bowness Bay, you can catch a Windermere Lake Cruise to Ambleside or Lakeside - what a way to explore without driving! For touring by car, you'll find Windermere a great place to start.

A famously scenic stretch of the A591 leads to Ambleside, Rydal Water and historic Grasmere.

Branch off into the Troutbeck Valley and take one of the most breath-taking scenic drives in the Lake District - over Kirkstone Pass to Ullswater with a stop at the acclaimed Queen's Head for lunch.

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

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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.

This property offers the following short breaks:

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  • Off-season
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