The Belfry

Upstairs good.

Hot tub great. Location was perfect. Sleeping was a bit uncomfortable as duvet thick and no top sheet. Double mattress dipped in the middle. En-suite shower door didn’t work properly but this has been said before.

We had a fabulous weekend at the Belfry (mainly spent in the hot tub).

The house is beautiful, kitchen is well equipped and bedrooms comfortable. We will visit again soon!

The property was lovely.

Has everything you would need. Love the hot tub really nice to relax in after long walks. Brilliant location and great to have parking at the property. Would definitely recommend

The property is very pretty ,comfortable beds, kitchen was well equipped.

It well decorated with good parking and easy walking distance to town . The shower room needed a deep clean , hot tub was quite old but was working well .

This is a lovely place to stay ideal location everything you need.

Would highly recommend this venue to everyone

House is look amazing Very clean nice location

Great location, walking distance to amenities and hikes (recommend walk out to orrest head as right on your doorstep!

) Well maintained and equipped property, especially appreciated the cleaning pack, extra towels & plastic cups for hot tub and welcome treats including jam and Kendal mints; but would have liked at least a spare loo roll to be provided. Was perfect for us over a long weekend, but would have found the place small / a little cramped if staying longer, also beware it’s a narrow driveway into the property, difficult to navigate especially if arriving in the dark.

The lack of cleanliness is very poor in this property and does not match the quality of the accommodation.

The bathrooms are getting a basic wipe over however there was alot of scum build up in the shower cubical on the corner and on the base and shows they are not getting a proper clean. The cubicle smells when you run the shower and again it's due to a lack of a proper clean. There are ingrained scum build up around the tap too. The extractor fan is filthy and again is not getting cleaned regularly. There was alot of food in the kitchen larder cupboard from the pervious guests. The pots are so old and need renewed along with the kitchen basin. There is an issue with condensation in one of the bedrooms and there was black mould around the window. The blind pull is rusty due to the condensation and every time you put the blinds up or down you have to wash your hands to get rid of the rust on your hands. The hot tub maintenance come very early. On my first morning (Sat) they arrived at 7.30am and it woke me up. I think you should tell guests how often they come too. I don't think it's suitable not to be able to properly lock the door. A bolt doesn't feel enough. I've never stayed anywhere where you can't lock the door or with such a low standard of cleaning. Can someone call me to discuss this matter further.

A deep clean required in house.

Plastic plants, felt flower pictures in bedroom, handrail covered in dust , Childs sock, pink spatula, tooth pick , crumbs found under sofa. Had to hoover and dust as allergies were set off . It spoilt an absolutely lovely house, excellent location.

The Belfry is beautifully furnished and finished, the upside down layout works really well as the upstairs is light and airy with lovely furniture and the beautiful feature window.

The downstairs bedrooms are slightly dark but that keeps them cool and comfortable, even on really hot days and is a price worth paying. The location is perfect, close to the main road but down a (narrow) private drive which serves a handful of properties. Really quiet and hard to believe it's only a 5 minute walk to the shops and cafes / restaurants in Windermere village. The main bathroom is looking a bit 'tired' and may be due for a refurb but it's fine, just not up to the standard of the rest of the place! Overall really good and wood definitely recommend

Another fantastic holiday for Christmas in this cottage.

So lovely and comfortable and the owner keep on top of anything that needs updating or repairing. Can't wait to return.

Lovely property with great character .

Hot tub nice in the winter,Entrance very narrow to property but I managed to squeeze my VW van in. Unusual layout with bedrooms downstairs.Works well for two couples. If being slightly picky mattress felt a bit worn as tend to sag in the middle .Easy access to village as only 5 mins into town .The Crafty Baa a nice pub for New Yesr.

Reported just after arriving that the heating was not working.

The engineer arrived quite quickly but was just a plumber and knew nothing about the new heat pump that had just been installed so he supplied some electric heaters that worked fine. A second engineer turned up two days later, fiddled with the controls and said it would work after 30 minute and left - unfortunately it still didn’t work! Hot tub was lovely but was located in a position that was overlooked by other properties and had open access (no bolt on gate) so anyone could use it while we were out. Neither of the above detracted from a lovely holiday.

Bathrooms need deep cleaning, both are mouldy, moreover the ensuite shower room water was not draining properly.

Small bedroom is extra small not sure if you may consider extending it a bit if possible. Throw blanket in the living room needs washing. Otherwise the rest was excellent my family and I enjoyed our stay at the Belfry.

A wonderful property in a super location for exploring the lakes.

After an issue with the hot water, the response and problem solving from Lakelovers was extremely quick.

Second time at the Belfry and probably won’t be the last visit because it’s so nice!

Good location too - easy access to the Lake District’s excellent bus network and trains.

Lovely cottage in an excellent location

This property is not fit for rental and holiday lettings and we were very disappointed by our overall experience.

Every room in the Belfry has black mould throughout - all windows and frames are covered in black mould, there was black mould on the bed sheets and on the curtains. We were unable to sleep in the main bedroom as there was such a mouldy stench and I have left the property with a stuffed nose. I contacted Sykes who did send out workmen however it was a partial treatment and requires much deeper work and attention to sort the problem. Other issues include the en suite bathroom as it stunk and the drainage didn’t work properly. Small things like the 5 bulb chandelier in the main bedroom only had 3 bulbs working, were disappointing. Lastly we were awoken on Friday morning at 7:30am to a leaf blower outside the bedroom windows which went on for an hour - no sleep ins at the Belfry! Overall the property has real potential - it’s nicely decorated, lovely furnishings (the table, chairs and couch) and it’s in a great location however the fundamental issues with the property far outweigh any of the benefits. Given the price we paid to stay at the Belfry, it fell well below expectations and the cleanliness alone is enough for me to not recommend it to anyone.

loved the Belfry everything had been thought off fantastic quiet location but near enough to all facilities would highly recommend to anyone thinking of staying

We loved The Belfry and would not hesitate to stay here again.

The open plan upstairs lounge and kitchen is gorgeous and well equipped with everything you need including a welcome pack and a cleaning pack. The bedrooms were comfortable and bathrooms lovely. Location is perfect .. just minutes from the village centre on foot. Bus stops outside on main road and the 599 service every 20 mins in summer timetables takes you to all main attractions. One toilet doesn’t flush well as others have reported…downstairs lighting flickered quite a bit and we did think security could be a tad better… you cannot lock the door with the key from inside although there is a bolt. The entrance to the yard isn’t secure as no lock to wooden fence door. but it does appear to be a quiet area. The church bells ring constantly but didn’t bother us. Some reported a smell of damp downstairs and there is a hint of mustiness but again didn’t bother us. It’s an old building with great charm and a modern interior. The hot tub was awesome and available to use from arrival. The lane from main road to property is indeed very narrow and we turned our wing mirrors in for safety but it is passable with care. Plenty of parking space. This is a fantastic property and we would highly recommend it.

Superb accommodation in a fantastic location.

Easy to walk into Windermere and Bowness as well as easy access to main roads. The Belfry was spotless and comfortable. Lots of information on hand for places to visit as well as how to work the amenities within the house. Hot tub was checked daily by a company, which had no impact on us. Hot tub was great, loved the timed fairy lights too. Great for bat and owl watching. We would 100% consider coming here again.

Absolutely beautiful and wonderful place to stay.

We loved the location and The Belfry. The hot tub was a super bonus too. We will be back next year.

Great stay lovely place great location we will be back just one small issue the toilet in the main bathroom had problems flushing.

Beds very uncomfortable and settee not great for a family of four.

However, hot tub was amazing, position of property perfect for Windermere, and kitchen great. Will definitely return.

Excellent location Amazing hot tub Beautiful interior comfy Beds Quality kitchen

We really loved staying at this property and we hope to come back soon.

A fabulous property in a perfect location. We had all the facilities within the property we needed and the hot tub was a great addition that was well used

Generally good but with a few niggles.

The L shaped sofa is too soft and uncomfortable. The back rest is too far back and the cushions too soft. The dinner and small plates need changing to a flatter design as the upward lip around the edge means they don't fit the dishwasher rack so we ended up handwashing. A seperate dryer would be much more useful than a combined washer/dryer as a drying cycle takes four hours and is very noisy. An external washing line would be a good addition. The dining table is not hygienic. It is a big piece of wood but there is a large crack and a big hole in it where you can see crumbs etc have dropped in and can't be cleaned out. Likewise the chairs and bench seat look nice but they are hard and uncomfortable after a while. The freezer needs de-frosting as it's caked with ice. The toilet in the master en-suite needs sorting as it doesn't flush very well. Also the shower doesn't drain very fast so the tray is nearly overflowing when running. We had to lift the plug from the drain hole to make it drain quicker. The weirdest thing is that because this was obviously a larger building split up to provide separate accommodation, the window in the small bedroom looks out onto the garden of the property next door.

A fantastic property in a great location.

Amazingly equipped more than enough of everything and very good quality items like Denby crockery and decent bedding. We loved it thank you so much. Only possibly improvement something to reach the windows when your short to open them.

Great property.

Great location for exploring the lakes. Well equipped kitchen etc. I have to agree with the other reviewer as the week went on and we as we had rain most days the smell of damp in the double en-suite bedroom starts to become overwhelming.

Already booked again for next year!

This is a beautiful property, well equipped, and completely true to the photos.

We were impressed with the cottage's location, the furnishings, the parking, almost everything! There are a couple of problems with the cottage, and this is more for the owner's awareness: The smells linger - no matter how high the extractor fan is on or how wide the window are opened. The ground floor is damp and musty - again, no matter how wide the windows and doors are open. The dehumidifier in the master bedroom didn't seem to work at all. Overall, it's a truly lovely place with a great hot tub! We loved our stay and would highly recommend!!

The property was fitted out to a very high standard and was very attractive and comfortable.

One of the best cottages that we have stayed in.

Gorgeous Cottage in a lovely quiet location with everything you need.

Only thing missing was a dressing table and mirror, which is essential for women, especially when there for a week.

A wonderfully comfortable property!

Fab facilities and maintained to a high standard. Everything you would need is provided. The welcome tray was very much appreciated, thank you for sharing this little gem...we're coming back in July!

The Belfry’s location is great - just a short walk into Windermere town which has great amenities (we recommend The Crafty Baa and The Lamplighter Dining Rooms).

The property is finished to a very high standard and the kitchen is well equipped with everything we needed during our stay. The beds are very comfortable with quality bed linen and towels provided, including for the hot tub which we made good use of. The only minor issue is the very narrow entrance to the property - the solution was to turn the car wing mirrors inward to avoid problems. We have already recommended The Belfry to our friends.

You did not even know I never went I postponed the trip once and could not reach you over the phone or my mail to postpone it a second time ( the site did not allow a second time) So I will never use your company again - ever I have told all my friends

Excellent location, walking distance to shops, cafes and bars as well as being a short drive away from Ambleside and Kendal.

Good car parking, although the drive to get to the property is very narrow and would struggle to fit a larger car. The property itself was excellent. Very comfortable, perfect size. Such a lovely touch to have christmas decorations!! Also included towels for showers and to use in the hot tub. The private hot tub was excellent, although not warm enough to use on the first night of the stay (we assume that the water had been changed that day for us arriving). Perfect place for a girly catch up holiday!

What an amazing place to stay.

The location of this cottage is perfect, just a short stroll from the town centre with bars and restaurants. The decor is stunning and the furniture is very high quality, I think I slept better here than I do at home! We made use of the hot tub which was lovely to have. The church bells do chime every 15 minutes but we got used to that. The only problem was that both TVs in the bedrooms didn’t work, but we weren’t bothered. Cannot wait to return!

The accommodation was absolutely perfect, beautifully decorated with all the facilities you could need.

Perfect for a family of 4. A couple of minute walk into the centre of Windermere. It’s just off a busy road but you cannot hear the traffic - the church bells do ring every 15 minutes between 8am-10pm but you soon get used to it!

Excellent accommodation in a brilliant location

Lovely accommodation in a great location and really enjoyed relaxing in the hot tub at the end of the day.

The cottage was beautifully maintained and exceeded our expectations.

I would highly recommend it.

The cottage was lovely- clean and well equipped.

The hot tub was excellent too! Will definitely book here again.

The Belfry was a beautiful stay, it was clean throughout and decorated to an extremely high and tasteful standard.

Hot tub was very welcome after walking, with towels and 'glasses' provided for use in it. The appliances and the kitchen were high quality, everything was there that we needed (no need to bring bottle opener, peeler, grater etc). The smart TV was a very welcome addition, access to all streaming services which was great for relaxing after the hot tub. The property is literally 3 minutes walk from town but even though it is right in the heart of everything it was so peaceful and quiet, no road noise, no neighbour noise, felt like it could have been the middle of nowhere so we got a quiet nights sleep every night. Really enjoyed our stay and will 100% recommend it to people who are loolikg to stay in that area.

The cottage was beautiful.

Very well equipped with everything we needed. It was great to have the hot tub to relax in after a busy day. The location was fantastic. A short walk into Windermere and about 25 minute walk into Bowness. Will be booking again.

The cottage was beautiful, tasteful and well stocked.

Spotless and well located for easy access to Windermere (a few minutes walk) and Ambleside bowness and troutbeck all on the doorstep! We had a church with beautiful chimes next door to us and a huge variety of birds visiting the patio - after a long day of walking the hot tub was an amazing addition!! The welcome basket was a lovely touch and we will definitely be back

the place its self was lovely, we had a few issues at the start of our stay.

on arrival when un packing our food we discovered some very very mouldy items in the breadbin which im assuming was weeks old! The hob tub was not ready for us with the temperature being at 20 degrees when we spoke to the hottub company he said theres a problems with the boiler and hot water system which they ususlly use to fill the hot tub. We had no hot water on the first night of out stay also. also no use of the hot tub on our first day of our three day stay the hot tub temperature took until the second morning to get up to the correct temperature for usage.

Amazing place, great location and would definitely stay here again.

So comfy and well furnished it really is a home from home, was very sad to leave.

Our Honeymoon, Thank you for a lovely stay in your gorgeous cottage for our honeymoon.

It was so clean and well presented, just gorgeous. The hot tub is perfect also, love the personalised hot hub glasses and towels, great location. will recommend your cottage and hopefully be back. The Heppenstalls