Windermere

4.2★

4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor accommodation
Ground floor bedroom
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

16 Customer Review(s)

Shaun
May 2025

“Was really happy with the property in terms of location and views.”

Unfortunately, the property is tired, in need of TLC, and a deep clean. Outside furniture needs replacing as is mainly unusable. I loved the venue but when I took a closer look I question how clean it really is. I had my dogs with me but it was clear dogs had been there previously and not cleaned up after. I'm not going to go into loads of specific detail here but suffice to say it needs addressing. We also had issues that warranted contact with Sykes but was unable to do so at a weekend ...

Unfortunately, the property is tired, in need of TLC, and a deep clean. Outside furniture needs replacing as is mainly unusable. I loved the venue but when I took a closer look I question how clean it really is. I had my dogs with me but it was clear dogs had been there previously and not cleaned up after. I'm not going to go into loads of specific detail here but suffice to say it needs addressing. We also had issues that warranted contact with Sykes but was unable to do so at a weekend even on emergency numbers. The boiler packed up meaning that no hot water was available - no shower. This required a deep dive into Google to identify how to resolve a pressure issue. We were succesful but that's also because of having experience of dealing with boiler faults. Also, cows broke out of the adjoining field and entered the complex - luckily they were curious and took a wander off up to the main housing area not before trying to take on my vehicle. I appreciate that is Lake District Life but property fencing needs addressing. I don't want to be a downer on this property - it really is in a great location and is just fantastic sat outside until sun down but it needs to be cleaner and some of the damage in the property needs to be catalogued. Perhaps the owners would consider leaving a hoover and other cleaning materials - I don't mind cleaning up after myself each day. This would add to taking care of the overall cleanliness of the place. Great potential but wouldn't win a best of competition.

- Shaun, May 2025
Joy November 2023

“Quantity of crockery & cutlery is limited if four person occupancy.”

Could be tricky. Might be an idea to have mattress and pillow covers. Fan in shower room not operating and there was some damp in corridor by bedroom door. Assume was rain getting under roof tiles and running down internal wall. Needs attention. However, I loved location and out look, and suspect in the sunshine must be amazing. Perfect for short walks in the rain with my dog and waking to just the sound of pheasants and blackbirds was spot on. Calm and peaceful despite Debi’s worst!

- Joy, November 2023

Thank you for your feedback. We'll ensure there's enough crockery and cutlery for four guests and add mattress and pillow covers. We're glad you loved the location and enjoyed the peaceful surroundings.Thank you for bringing these issues to our attention. We hope to welcome you back in the future! Property Owner
Avril October 2023

“A great place, very comfortable and well equipped.”

Clean and well maintained although it did have a smell of wet dog so I assume there had been a dog with previous customers. Lovely setting and very tranquil. Will definitely be back.

- Avril, October 2023

Thank you for your feedback! We're glad to hear that you found the place comfortable, well-equipped, and clean. It's wonderful to know you enjoyed the tranquil setting. We look forward to welcoming you back! Property Owner
Norman September 2023

“A pleasant and very clean ground floor only apartment in the famous Graythwaite Cottages in Near Sawrey in Lakes.”

You are very close to Beatrix Potter's house and have plenty of great scenery and walks close by. Aside from the fact that the lake district is now ever more expensive than ever before with car parking and food rocketing plus quality declining the cottage was great.

- Norman, September 2023
Gordon July 2023

“Directions were a bit confusing but once we found the cottage we couldn’t have been happier.”

It was clean, bigger than we thought but had everything anybody would need for a stay. The views from the small patio area were spectacular and having a grassy area right next to the cottage meant our dog loved it as well. Apart from the great scenery our highlight was a few beers and some unbelievably good food at the local pub, the Tower Banks. Would go again

- Gordon, July 2023
Steven May 2023

“Everything was good, Thankyou.”

- Steven, May 2023
Elizabeth April 2023

“Thoroughly enjoyed another stay at Windermere Cottage on Esthwaite Farm.”

.. our home from home and it never disappoints. A perfect retreat for relaxation and comfort. Thank you.

- Elizabeth, April 2023
Peter November 2022

“Cottage needs a really deep clean throughout, central heating works but radiators a barley lukewarm and without the log fire it would be very cold inside.”

Facilities are sparse, not enough in kitchen, should have as a minimum a welcome pack of at least milk / bread / scones / few logs / teabags / coffee. I've given feedback in the past on this cottage and in 12 months nothing has changed so what's the point!!

- Peter, November 2022
Karen May 2022

“Broadband awful kept dropping out & only 2 devices would connect.”

Not good enough when reliant on it. Cottage could do with a deep clean, cobwebs in corners & dusty lampshades but bedding/towels clean & comfortable. Bathroom tired could do with modernisation. Final thought to remove the carpets throughout & replace with wooden floors - Much cleaner/easier with a wet dog! Overall enjoyed our stay, & would return.

- Karen, May 2022
Antoinette March 2022

“The cottage was lovely however i booked this as it said there was BB and although there was an open shared BB it kept dropping out and the speed was very poor.”

I would also have liked a welcome folder as this is has always been available in every other property. This normally has the info about the appliance and general info of the area i.e. local walks good food guide. the only info i could find was regarding the microwave and cooker nothing else. However with this said these are minor things and would not put me off booking again so long as the BB is fixed

- Antoinette, March 2022
Alex March 2022

“Great property, very well located, had an issue with the tv internet but the maintenue guy came out straight away!”

Only issue we have is with Sykes check in and check out times, a whole 7 hours for cleaning was a full day of the holiday wasted and they advertise it as 7 days? It wasn’t very clean in places either so what do they spend the time on? Overall happy with location and facilities of the property but Sykes really need to sort the check in/out times as we expect it to be extremely clean after 7 hours of cleaning

- Alex, March 2022

Thank you for your feedback. We are very sorry to hear you were disappointed with the check-in and check-out times. We appreciate that there is a seven hour window for the owners to conduct the cleaning, however, they have several properties that require cleaning in this timeframe. If you found that the property was not cleaned to a satisfactory manner they do apolgise. The owner has confirmed that they were not made aware of any issue that you had , but would have been more than happy to send a cleaner back to the property if they had been made aware. Thank you again for your comments Property Owner
Peter March 2022

“I would like to see tea/coffee, milk and at least a few bread rolls or scones on arrival, as you are not allowed into the property until 4.”

30, it's a bit late to be going back out for basic amenities. Not all pans are induction friendly so you can't use them which is not a lot of use. A couple of logs and firelighters wouldn't go a miss

- Peter, March 2022
Matthew October 2021

“The place is lovely, but the timing to enter the property is late especially when the clocks have gone back.”

Would have been nice to have a bottle of wine or nibbles on entering the property!! There was also no logs so had to purchase some locally, if we had known we would have brought our own. We enjoyed the holiday with our dog and went for many walks.

- Matthew, October 2021
Adrian October 2021

“This was our 6th visit here and this time we were here on honeymoon.”

love it so much planety of roome for the dogs and very clean and warm. the location is in a more peaceful part of the lakes which we love. back again in April!

- Adrian, October 2021
John October 2021

“I was unable to travel from South Hampshire because of the fuel shortage.”

The owners immediately rejected my request to move to an an open date in 2022. Sykes just played a passive role. I lost my holiday and all my money. As a primary carer I cannot afford to lose my holiday and the money. No compassion, I warning to others and as I regular Sykes customer it is unlikely I will another holiday with them.

- John, October 2021
Jennifer October 2021

“The check in and out times aren’t ideal.”

It takes away 2 days essentially. Maybe an option to pay a supplement fee for a later check out or earlier check in.

- Jennifer, October 2021

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Summary

All-ground-floor
Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size double, 1 x twin
Shower room with shower, basin and WC
Open-plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove
Gas central heating with woodburning stove
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, dishwasher
Smart TV and WiFi
Fuel, power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Cot and highchair on request
Shared laundry facility
Off-road parking for 2 cars in shared courtyard
Use of shared lawned garden
Two well-behaved dogs welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Logs can be purchased at the farm shop
Shop 2.2 miles, pub 0.2 miles
Graythwaite fishery is free for all guests and equipment can be hired locally, a small fee is applicable to keep your catch, rod fishing license required
Please Note: Minimum 3 night stay
Please Note: This property has a £250 Good Housekeeping Bond.

The property

Esthwaite Farm Cottages

A beautiful collection of eleven stone properties, located close to Esthwaite Water, in the idyllic village of Near Sawrey, Lake District National Park. From the moment you approach these delightful cottages, along picturesque narrow lanes, lined by swooping trees and quaint stone walls, you cannot fail to fall in love with this wonderful setting. It is the ideal choice for a break away from the hustle and bustle of daily life. Set in a charming courtyard, these eleven homely properties provide welcoming accommodation, many featuring a warming woodburning stove. There is a mix of one- and two-bedroom properties, over one or two stories. With some having open-plan living areas and all with comfy bedrooms, fit for a great night’s sleep in this quiet and tranquil part of the world. The large lawned area allows children and pets to play safety whilst you relax and gaze across the valley. Take a walk to the forested hillsides or maybe take the private path down to the water’s edge. This is truly an unrivalled location for exploring all that the Lake District has to offer. Whatever your motivation for taking a break, there’s something for everyone nearby. Walkers and cyclists can get their kicks at nearby Grizedale Forest. Lake Windermere and Coniston Water offer opportunities for river cruises or water sports. Take a drive through the charming surrounding villages, including beautiful Hawkshead, and explore the boutique shops in Ambleside or Bowness. Further afield, the towns of Keswick and Ulverston are well worth a visit, and kids will love a trip on the Haverthwaite Steam Train, just a few miles away. These characteristic cottages offer the opportunity for a memorable stay that you will want to repeat again and again.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250.

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About the location

SAWREY

Hawkshead 2 miles.

The village of Sawrey is situated two miles from Hawkshead down the eastern side of Esthwaite Water, overlooked by the woods and tarns of Claife Heights. Sawrey consists of two separate hamlets - Near Sawrey and Far Sawrey - both with a cluster of picturesque cottages, tea rooms and pubs. Near Sawrey is famous for Hill Top, the 17th century farmhouse where Beatrix Potter wrote her acclaimed children's stories. Now a museum, owned and run by the National Trust, Hill Top is one of the most visited houses in the Lake District. Far Sawrey is the hamlet furthest away from Hawkshead and the nearest to the ferry point on Windermere. It offers a church and pub/restaurant with a beer garden. There are good walks in the area, including those to Claife Heights and in Grizedale Forest. It's also a great base for enjoying a wide variety of typical Lakeland pursuits - with watersports close at hand on Lake Windermere, fishing on nearby Esthwaite Water and, of course, fell walking.

Note: There is a Good Housekeeping Bond of £250 for this property
Note: Minimum 3 night stay.

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Reviews & Ratings

“Was really happy with the property in terms of location and views.”

“Quantity of crockery & cutlery is limited if four person occupancy.”

“A great place, very comfortable and well equipped.”

“A pleasant and very clean ground floor only apartment in the famous Graythwaite Cottages in Near Sawrey in Lakes.”

“Directions were a bit confusing but once we found the cottage we couldn’t have been happier.”

“Everything was good, Thankyou.”

“Thoroughly enjoyed another stay at Windermere Cottage on Esthwaite Farm.”

“Cottage needs a really deep clean throughout, central heating works but radiators a barley lukewarm and without the log fire it would be very cold inside.”

“Broadband awful kept dropping out & only 2 devices would connect.”

“The cottage was lovely however i booked this as it said there was BB and although there was an open shared BB it kept dropping out and the speed was very poor.”

“Great property, very well located, had an issue with the tv internet but the maintenue guy came out straight away!”

“I would like to see tea/coffee, milk and at least a few bread rolls or scones on arrival, as you are not allowed into the property until 4.”

“The place is lovely, but the timing to enter the property is late especially when the clocks have gone back.”

“This was our 6th visit here and this time we were here on honeymoon.”