“Peace, views, and comfort – a wonderful Lake District stay
We absolutely loved our stay at Kessock.”
This beautifully designed holiday home sits high above Lake Windermere and offers truly breathtaking views — tranquil, panoramic, and endlessly calming. The large terrace with its comfortable outdoor sofa quickly became our go-to spot for morning coffee and evening drinks.
Inside, the house is spacious, stylish and very well equipped. The kitchen is particularly impressive, with quality appliances and everything you need for self-catering. The living area is inviting and full of light, and ...
This beautifully designed holiday home sits high above Lake Windermere and offers truly breathtaking views — tranquil, panoramic, and endlessly calming. The large terrace with its comfortable outdoor sofa quickly became our go-to spot for morning coffee and evening drinks.
Inside, the house is spacious, stylish and very well equipped. The kitchen is particularly impressive, with quality appliances and everything you need for self-catering. The living area is inviting and full of light, and the shower is — without exaggeration — the best we’ve ever encountered in a holiday rental.
The beautifully landscaped garden, complete with a stream and charming little bridges, adds to the sense of retreat. Paddle boarders will love the direct lake access, and the boathouse and pier are wonderfully picturesque.
A few practical notes for future guests: the entrance and exit to the property are quite steep with limited visibility onto a busy road — so do take care. Also, there are no walking trails directly accessible from the house, so you’ll need to drive to reach most routes.
That said, there’s plenty to enjoy nearby. Bowness is just down the road and has a wide range of restaurants — we especially recommend Bowness Tap Rooms for a great burger — and Windermere town just beyond offers even more shops and eateries. For walking, the Brant Fell & Post Knott circular from Bowness is a short but rewarding route, and the Loughrigg loop from Ambleside offers a more varied 10km hike through stunning scenery. The Cat Bells circular walk from Hawes End (reached by ferry from Keswick) is a proper Lake District classic — steep at the start, but the views are unforgettable.
In short, Kessock is a luxurious, peaceful base from which to explore the Lakes. A few tweaks would make it flawless, but we wouldn’t hesitate to return.