High View Lodge | White Cross Bay | Troutbeck Bridge | The Lake District And Cumbria

Customer rating

4.5★

6 Guests
3 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Pets No
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Features

Swimming pool
Ground floor bedroom
Sauna
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

36 Customer Review(s)

David
August 2026

“Everything was lovely, spacious, very clean, homely and modern nothing left out ...”

Everything was lovely, spacious, very clean, homely and modern nothing left out at all we were very happy with the lodge The outdoor decking was a fabulous place to sit and chat on the quality outdoor seating and slight view of the lake just lovely

Everything was lovely, spacious, very clean, homely and modern nothing left out at all we were very happy with the lodge The outdoor decking was a fabulous place to sit and chat on the quality outdoor seating and slight view of the lake just lovely

- David, August 2026

Thank you for your lovely comments. We really appreciate you giving us the feedback . We strive hard to ensure its clean and comfortable wirh little touches to ensure you enjoy your stay . We are very lucky to have the position on the park we have as its quiet and private so fully endorse your comments about relaxing on the decking . Property Owner
Darren August 2025

“The lodge was fantastic.”

Lovely and clean, well stocked and really appreciated having things like salt and pepper, dishcloths etc… The setting was fabulous and well situated. My only criticism would be the leisure facilities on the park. Whilst it was stated in our booking reference a leisure pass would cost £15 per lodge regardless of the amount of people, sadly this was not the case. It cost us £15 per person which was considerable as we’re a family of 5. After paying this, the children were so disappointed the pool was barely open.

- Darren, August 2025

Thank you for the reviews about our Family Lodge & pleased to see you thought it was well stocked & yes it is in a lovely location. Your feedback allows us to ensure we continue to provide the small things which make all the difference. Thank you for alerting me to the Whitecross Bay issue at the leisure centre. I have asked Sykes to review the wording they display as it is definately misleading. Thank you for taking the time to comment, it is much appreciated . Property Owner
Nigel September 2024

“Was nice and cosy .”

Only thing was veiws were a let down no lake veiw just an old lodge in front of us in disrepair ..restraunt was really nice good food and service ..

- Nigel, September 2024

Thankyou for your comments. Unfortunately when the trees are in full bloom we dont have a lake view so for approx 4 months of the year this is the case. With regards to the partial lodge opposite. The site at Whitecross Bay are in the middle of putting a new lodge on there which they hope to do in the next couple of months. Its unfortunate when they are storing a lodge pending its removal but hope this explains the position as it is temporary and we have made the site aware of your comments. Property Owner
Peter July 2024

“Lovely property and a great base to explore the lakes”

- Peter, July 2024

We very much appreciate your kind comments, thankyou Property Owner
Janet May 2024

“Lovely well appointed accommodation, very light and airy, and good sized bedrooms.”

It’s only slightly let down by limited cooking utensils and pan selection, such as a lot of frying pans and a wok, but no standard & large pans. Would happily to rebook this lodge in the future.

- Janet, May 2024

Thankyou Janet for your review. I'm glad you enjoyed staying at our Family Lodge. I will take on board your comments about the Pans & cooking utensils. Property Owner
Parin May 2024

“A beautiful lodge perfectly located at the end of the street, very peaceful.”

Unfortunately no views of the lake some of the pictures portray due to additional lodges and trees in the way. However this lodge is not on ground floor so does give some sense of privacy and better views. The kitchen was well equipped and heating was available to use should you need it. Unfortunately the kitchen handles were sticky and therefore needed a wipe down but overall very clean place. You get access to one car parking space right outside your lodge but take note you do have 20 steps to climb (as stated in the description as advertised) The bathrooms unfortunately had a horrible smell coming from the drains, was quite unbearable and we had no way of directly contacting management to get this fixed immediately. The mattresses & pillows in the bedroom are non existent, you just sink into it. The mattresses are well overdue a replacement. We did not sleep well at all. There is little to no wifi so i wouldnt come with the expectation of having access to the wifi. EE network worked quite well O2 was hit and miss. You only get one toilet roll for the stay per bathroom so make sure you bring your own or alternatively you can buy locally. Its a shame there were no recycling facilities for your rubbish, this should be a must for all lodges/accommodation in this day and age. Overall we had a pleasant stay its just unfortunate the bathroom and bedroom mattresses let us down.

- Parin, May 2024
Kenneth September 2023

“Great location, private and quiet position of Lodge, great standard of accommodation.”

Clear and comprehensive instructions.

- Kenneth, September 2023
Ian May 2023

“Lovely place to stay.”

Very clean, spacious and well thought out. Good communication with owner .Walkable to local pub which did excellent food. Bus stop right outside so access to lakeside and local villages very easy. Would definitely stay here again.

- Ian, May 2023

Thankyou for your kind feedback, glad you enjoyed your stay Property Owner
Michael December 2022

“Very nice property in a good location.”

- Michael, December 2022

Thankyou for your kind comments,glad you enjoyed your Christmas break Property Owner
Dave September 2022

“Great, roomy lodge, with excellent facilities and in a really good location for the site but let down a little by the housekeeping.”

As with all Sykes cottages, I get the impression the housekeeping team are not given enough time to do their job properly. In this case, everything had been shoved in cupboards rather than put away neatly (saucepans and frying pans literally thrown in a pile), duvet covers were not buttoned and one was stained. Overall, cleaning was superficial (eg very dirty behind toilet seat hinges). Also, there were lots of knives, but mainly bread knives and not one sharp knife suitable for chopping vegetables. Note for future guest - there is a filter coffee machine, but you may need filters. The cafetiere doesn't work! Finally, there was a new, large Smart TV, but the wifi didn't work all week - this seems to be a problem that has been going on for years with no solution! It is not acceptable to have to use your own phone data when it is advertised as having wifi.

- Dave, September 2022

The WiFi which the site was updating is now directly linked to our Lodge and working so the temporary unavailabity should now not be an issue. The cafetiere is actually a milk frother rather than a cafetiere . As the owner I can only apologise if you found the cleaning and cupboard layout not as you would have liked. We take a pride in ensuring it is clean and well presented and as such visited the Lodge following your feedback to check it fully. Thankyou for your feedback as it helps us ensure we provide a high standard at all times. Property Owner
Hua September 2022

“WiFi is not working at all.”

WiFi connection seems to be part of the whole site setup. Checked with reception but nothing they could do about this. So if you expected to have any WiFi connection for your holiday, stay away from this one. Also the welcome pack booklet is non-existence. Just have to know everything what you do when you get in! Other than that the cottage is clean and comfortable.

- Hua, September 2022

As owners who pride themselves in our Lodge facilities & standard we are sorry you experienced a problem with the WiFi. The site is replacing the WIFI and unknown to us, in advance, it has caused significant issues in the last two weeks as they undergo this transformation. Previously there had been free Park WiFi available. Even now the Park WiFi is also accessible in the main Park areas as this is a different connection. Unfortunately we have been unable to advise you of this as we were not aware until contacted by Sykes after both yourselves & the previous people had left. We have been advised that the new WIFI will be rolled out across Whitecross Bay site w.c 3.10.22 including to our Lodge. I am sorry you have been badly affected by WIFI connectivity but as you can see from all the previous excellent feedback this is a recent occurance where the WiFi has caused considerable disruption for people and something which we haven't actively avoided telling people as we werent aware in advance, this problem should be alleviated during w.c 3.10.22. Property Owner
Karen July 2022

“This lodge is stunning ,thoroughly enjoyed our stay here ,it is well equipped with everything you need and on arrival was spotless !”

Loved the location nice and quiet and it's based in a lovely secluded spot with only a 5 min walk to amenities on the site .I will definitely be returning next year ! Large decking area with plenty of furniture ,beds nice and comfy .I would recommend to anyone to stay here,cant wait to return !

- Karen, July 2022

Thankyou Karen for your great feedback. We do take a pride in making sure the Lodge is as we would like to find it if we were on holiday. It will be a pleasure to welcome you back. Owners Alan & Julie Property Owner
Shaun February 2022

“Stunning lodge.”

Finished to such a high standard. Clean, comfortable, well located on the park. Perfect for what we needed. Couldn't have asked for any more.

- Shaun, February 2022

Thankyou so much for your kind comments. Property Owner
Vicki February 2022

“This is a lovely, well equipped lodge in a great location.”

It was very quiet due to being located at the end of a row. We purchased entertainment passes and used the pool facilities a few times. The swimming pool and changing facilities should be bigger for the amount of guests but we still enjoyed it. My only complaint is that the WiFi didn’t worked for our entire stay. There was a smart tv but it was a bit useless without it. I would give 4.5 stars if possible. We would return.

- Vicki, February 2022

Sorry you experienced problems with the Wifi, after contacting the site it would seem recent storms were responsible for taking some of the masts down in the Lake District and the site is working to correct this . Glad you loved our Lodge. We work hard as the owners to make sure you have a good experience and a happy holiday as we would want Property Owner
Christopher October 2021

“Brilliant property, comfortable, loads of space and great location”

- Christopher, October 2021
Frances September 2021

“Our party of 4 had the most fabulous time here, it was central to all amenities and local attractions.”

The lodge itself was beautiful, comfortable and everything needed was provided. As it was the end lodge you also felt you had some privacy which was lovely in the evenings/mornings on the terrace. A short walk to the end of the road and you were on the lakeside with all it’s beautiful views! I would highly recommend this stay and will definitely book again if we venture to these parts again in the future….. thank you so very much! Frances and Robin Hussain-shah Yasmin and Zak New

- Frances, September 2021
Rachel August 2021

“The lodge is located next door to a brilliant activity centre where you can do loads of activities on the lake or on dry land!”

We walked there in 10 mins. Great location also on the park itself, tucked away so nice and private

- Rachel, August 2021
Anthony June 2021

“Place was great.”

Everything you need for your stay. Dishwasher wasn’t working and front door problem but great stay and would recommend. Unhappy on morning of leaving as the water went off. This was a problem with the site not the owners. We couldn’t wash or brush our teeth. Apparently it went off as they start filling the hot tubs on site creating the water issue. Was very unhappy with this issue as we didn’t have a hot tub to be filled up so should not have had this problem. Suggest you get up super early on the day of leaving before they start filling up

- Anthony, June 2021
Elizabeth August 2020

“Lovely Lodge.”

Lots of space and well set up. Although on a largish complex, the position of the lodge is good being at the end of the road with nothing behind it, or on one side. We were lucky to find it as a last minute cancellation, and the lady at Lakes Cottages was really helpful.

- Elizabeth, August 2020
Graham December 2019

“Nicely set up Lodge.”

Everything you need. Luxury. Maybe the mattresses could be renewed, but that's all! Will book again, definitely.

- Graham, December 2019
Sandy August 2019

“The cabin was extremely well equipped, and comfortable.”

We had an issue with the dishwasher, and this was dealt with very quickly. Being situated high up on the site meant that it was quiet. The pool facilities were excellent for the children with various activities apart from actual swimming.

- Sandy, August 2019
Katy August 2019

“A fantastic lodge with everything that a family of 5 needs.”

Having a dishwasher and a washer dryer is also a big plus! The lodge was extremely comfortable and spacious, well equipped and tastefully decorated. Excellent setting, high up and at the end of a row, which was very quiet and had a lovely view over the park. There were plenty of activities for the boys to do; we experienced swimming, water walkers, pool parties and the 2 play areas. It was a shame that the Outdoor n Explore Activities were not being run this week as we enjoyed them last year. We enjoyed Bingo Beats in the Boathouse during the evening too. All the staff were friendly and happy to help. Close enough to walk to Brockhole where there is also plenty to do and you can catch a boat there to take you to other places on Lake Windermere; we visited Wray Castle. This is the second time we have visited White Cross Bay and we have already booked to come back again next year.

- Katy, August 2019
Adam July 2019

“Perfect lodge in a perfect location”

- Adam, July 2019
Brook June 2019

“Great lodge in a fantastic location - at the end of a row so a relatively private pitch.”

Lovely inside and out, spacious and good facilities in the kitchen. Contact with both Sykes and the lodge team was easy and helpful. Park has good facilities for a family using it as a base to explore the Lakes; 2 small playgrounds and a good pool. There was some confusion about when we could swim as different sessions were not well advertised initially, but once we'd worked that out we had good times swimming with our children. Reasonable food in the boat house, and a handy shop - although the stock is somewhat limited in it's range. Overall a good week away that we'd recommend and do again.

- Brook, June 2019
Tim June 2019

“I was not expecting leisure facilities and access to a marina - so next time we come I will bring my windsurfer.”

The location and facilities are excellent. The accommodation is to a high standard. Highly recommended.

- Tim, June 2019
Alfred May 2019

“The furnishings and the lodge were excellent, location was great and we had a very enjoyable stay.”

Only disappointment was the state of the barbecue which can only be described as disgusting - whoever used it last left it in a complete mess

- Alfred, May 2019
Rachel December 2018

“Lovely lodge we were really impressed it was more modern than we thought it would be from the pictures and in a gorgeous location with views of the lake.”

Would highly recommend!

- Rachel, December 2018
Andrew May 2018

“Lovely site,brilliant lodge very pleased only down fall needed WI FI could not ...”

Lovely site,brilliant lodge very pleased only down fall needed WI FI could not connect to it messaged caretaker no reply

- Andrew, May 2018
Carol July 2017

“Wasn't readily advertised as a park dean resort.”

However- turned out to be great. Really brilliant lodge. Kids (aged 5 & 6) had a ball.

- Carol, July 2017
Barbara June 2015

“An amazing Lodge, would be back tomorrow if I could.”

The grey squirrels and birds seen out of the side window of the property were amazing, also saw family of deer in the field. A great park with an excellent pool and restaurant.

- Barbara, June 2015
Janet May 2015

“We were very impressed with the Lodge, both the surroundings and the interior.”

We were very comfortable and hope to visit again.

- Janet, May 2015
Sarah December 2014

“Brilliant stay thanks, the Lodge was lovely with excellent facilities and everything we needed for a relaxing break.”

Highly recommended.

- Sarah, December 2014
Lauren August 2014

“High lodge was brilliant, very modern and luxurious.”

- Lauren, August 2014
Dave July 2014

“Very happy with our holiday choice, site facilities were excellent, friendly and quiet but with plenty to do.”

- Dave, July 2014
Wafa June 2014

“The Lodge was very clean and its location is perfect.”

The owner very nice.

- Wafa, June 2014
Edwin May 2014

“A very well equipped cottage and maintained to a high standard.”

- Edwin, May 2014

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Summary

All ground floor
Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size double with TV and en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin, 1 x 2' 6 x twin
Bathroom with bath, basin and WC
Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with electric fire.
Gas central heating with electric fire
Electric double oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, 2 x TVs with Freeview, DVD, HiFi system, CD/radio, iPod dock
Complimentary WiFi is provided by the park & subject to fair usage guidelines, Quality & reliability of connection will vary based on the number of people using it, prevailing weather conditions & therefore may be slower than you are used to, WiFi is for personal use only and is not intended for high data usage, gaming and/or use for business purposes, this is only suitable for page browsing and sending emails, we are not held responsible or liable for the WiFi on the park & as such cannot guarantee the provision of uninterrupted & unlimited WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Travel cot and highchair
Off road parking for 2 cars
Front deck with furniture, plus shared grounds
Shared use of leisure facilities including indoor heated swimming pool, sauna, Jacuzzi, gym, play park and multi-use games area
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Shop and pub 5 mins walk
Note: Due to lakeside location, children to be supervised at all times
Note: Although all ground floor, this property is accessed by approx
20 steps
Note: At check-in guests will be provided with a barrier pass number to use in the barrier key pad providing vehicular access to the park
Note: Guests wishing to use the on-site leisure facilities will need to purchase a leisure pass from reception
Note: No stag/hen or similar
Please Note: This property only accepts bookings from a Friday
Please Note: This property has a minimum night restriction of 3 Nights
Please Note: Enquiries are welcomed regarding start dates and booking lengths.

The property

High View Lodge is a lovely lodge situated in White Cross Bay, Cumbria.

The open-plan interior boasts stunning hardwood flooring, which gives the property a lovely rustic cottage feel.

The living room boasts two leather sofas, and large floor-to-ceiling windows and patio doors, which gives the room an abundance of natural light.

Curl up next to your loved ones and enjoy the benefits of the flat screen TV with a DVD player and a cosy electric fire to keep you warm during those chilly winter months.

The kitchen area is amply-equipped with everything you will need to set you up for a weekend in the countryside.

With its elegant black units and white worktops showing the level of quality, this property has.

The dining room is perfect for getting together over a scrumptious meal and discussing the day's activities.

With three spacious bedrooms down the hall, housing: one king-size with an en-suite shower room and two twins, with a separate family bathroom, the perfect spot to having long and relaxing soak in the tub after a long day.

There is off-road parking available for two cars.

Outside has a decking area with a variety of comfortable seating.

A lovely place to sit out and enjoy the afternoon sun as a family.

Take advantage of the shared facilities, including the indoor heated swimming pool and sauna, are just some of what this site has to offer.

Nearby attractions to the property are Holehird Gardens, the home of the Lakeland Horticultural Society in stunning 12 acres of gardens.

There is so much to see here and learn about its rich history.

High View Lodge is the ultimate location for friends and families to relax and unwind.

The property you are booking is a High View Lodge.

Your property will match the details referred to in the property description, but it may not be the property that is pictured.

This property is on a holiday park/site and is provided by the park owner (or manager/agent of the property owner). Please see paragraph 22 of the booking conditions for additional terms that will apply to your booking.

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

White Cross Bay

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About the location

WHITE CROSS BAY

Troutbeck Bridge 0.8 miles; Windermere 2 miles; Bowness 3 miles; Ambleside 3 miles.

White Cross Bay holiday park nestles on the shores of Lake Windermere, midway between Windermere and Ambleside, in the Lake District National Park. Consisting of many lodges, it offers a restaurant, pub, shop, entertainment room, amusement arcade, indoor swimming pool with Jacuzzi, sauna and steam room, gym, children's staffed activity centre, marina and outdoor play areas. Lake Windermere, the largest and most popular in the area, boasts a wide range of lakeside activities from walking and cycling to rowing, horse riding, taking a trip on the steam railway, plus lake cruises from Bowness to the pretty village of Ambleside and down to Lakeside, which has a celebrated aquarium. Children will also enjoy The World of Beatrix Potter in Bowness-on-Windermere, where technology brings her characters to life, and Brockhole Lake District Visitor Centre, with its Treetop Trek aerial adventure is a short walk away from the site. With destinations including Coniston Water, Kendal, Keswick and the Lakeland Mountains all within easy reach, this location is perfect for a Lake District holiday at any time of the year.

Please Note: This property only accepts bookings from a Friday
Please Note: This property has a minimum night restriction of 3 Nights
Please Note: Enquiries are welcomed regarding start dates and booking lengths.

This property offers the following short breaks:

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Reviews & Ratings

“Everything was lovely, spacious, very clean, homely and modern nothing left out ...”

“The lodge was fantastic.”

“Was nice and cosy .”

“Lovely property and a great base to explore the lakes”

“Lovely well appointed accommodation, very light and airy, and good sized bedrooms.”

“A beautiful lodge perfectly located at the end of the street, very peaceful.”

“Great location, private and quiet position of Lodge, great standard of accommodation.”

“Lovely place to stay.”

“Very nice property in a good location.”

“Great, roomy lodge, with excellent facilities and in a really good location for the site but let down a little by the housekeeping.”

“WiFi is not working at all.”

“This lodge is stunning ,thoroughly enjoyed our stay here ,it is well equipped with everything you need and on arrival was spotless !”

“Stunning lodge.”

“This is a lovely, well equipped lodge in a great location.”

“Brilliant property, comfortable, loads of space and great location”

“Our party of 4 had the most fabulous time here, it was central to all amenities and local attractions.”

“The lodge is located next door to a brilliant activity centre where you can do loads of activities on the lake or on dry land!”

“Place was great.”

“Lovely Lodge.”

“Nicely set up Lodge.”

“The cabin was extremely well equipped, and comfortable.”

“A fantastic lodge with everything that a family of 5 needs.”

“Perfect lodge in a perfect location”

“Great lodge in a fantastic location - at the end of a row so a relatively private pitch.”

“I was not expecting leisure facilities and access to a marina - so next time we come I will bring my windsurfer.”

“The furnishings and the lodge were excellent, location was great and we had a very enjoyable stay.”

“Lovely lodge we were really impressed it was more modern than we thought it would be from the pictures and in a gorgeous location with views of the lake.”

“Lovely site,brilliant lodge very pleased only down fall needed WI FI could not ...”

“Wasn't readily advertised as a park dean resort.”

“An amazing Lodge, would be back tomorrow if I could.”

“We were very impressed with the Lodge, both the surroundings and the interior.”

“Brilliant stay thanks, the Lodge was lovely with excellent facilities and everything we needed for a relaxing break.”

“High lodge was brilliant, very modern and luxurious.”

“Very happy with our holiday choice, site facilities were excellent, friendly and quiet but with plenty to do.”

“The Lodge was very clean and its location is perfect.”