Walkers Rest | Bowness-on-windermere | Windermere | The Lake District And Cumbria

4.1★

6 Guests
3 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor bedroom
Garden / Patio
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

37 Customer Review(s)

S
November 2023

“Where do I start ?”

The accommodation was absolutely perfect for our needs. We were three mountain bikers and stayed for two nights. the weather as great one day and awful the next. By having a yard out the back of the property we could wash the mud off our bikes. we were allowed to put a large sheet of plastic down in the house to keep the house clean from the bikes. The shower was lovely and warm which was needed after riding for 7 hours and 5 hours. The beds were a good size and clean and comfortable. the ...

The accommodation was absolutely perfect for our needs. We were three mountain bikers and stayed for two nights. the weather as great one day and awful the next. By having a yard out the back of the property we could wash the mud off our bikes. we were allowed to put a large sheet of plastic down in the house to keep the house clean from the bikes. The shower was lovely and warm which was needed after riding for 7 hours and 5 hours. The beds were a good size and clean and comfortable. the kitchen was well stocked with pots and pans and wanted for nothing. The only thing wrong was the extract fan was falling apart and sounded like it had birds in it but that does not detract in the slightest what a great venue it it. Its near the pubs and restaurants, you have parking for 1 car and can park others near by. Its a credit to the owners and we will definitely return next year. Would I change anything ? No not at all. I might defrost the ice box .

- S, November 2023
Grace August 2023

“We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Walker's Rest.”

It is located in a quiet road, but very close to lots of amenities, including Booth's supermarket (although further from the lake than we had anticipated). The house was clean, comfortable and had almost everything we needed. As some others have mentioned, there is no folder of instructions, but we worked out the WiFi, heating etc anyway, but there was no information about recycling. We ended up taking ours to the big bins in the closest car park. The two things we do want to mention are the back door which desperately needs looking at by a locksmith as it is temperamental to say the least. The other is the parking... we got into the space initially and then got blocked in for three days. We ended up buying a 7 day ticket from the local carpark (twice)... an unexpected extra cost. Once out, we couldn’t have got back in again due to other holidaymakers parking huge cars at the adjacent cottages and blocking our space. Having said that, we had a great holiday and we are looking forward to returning to the Lake District!

- Grace, August 2023
Matthew July 2023

“Comfortable enough stay and very quiet location.”

Really needs doing up and bringing up to date. 3 light bulbs not working something u don’t expect to go shopping for whilst on holiday. All doors very stiff to open and you need arms like Popeye to open and close. T.v doesn’t work in kitchen to add. Also some outdoor lighting would’ve been nice as normal two were there but didn’t work surprise surprise.

- Matthew, July 2023
Sally February 2023

“We stayed 3 nights and couldn’t have been happier with the cottage.”

Very high standard of cleanliness and equipped with everything you could possibly need for a weekend away. The cottage layout is beautiful and the beds were so comfortable we took a picture and have purchased the same bed and mattress as in the master bedroom. Will be booking again in the near future.

- Sally, February 2023
Richard February 2023

“Lovely, very peaceful.”

- Richard, February 2023
Gill January 2023

“Loved it!”

- Gill, January 2023
Michael December 2022

“Nice cottage great kitchen rooms comfortable, stairs to the kitchen diner a little steep with v low hand rail.”

In a great location, close to the centre shops, pubs and takeaways. Good walks from the location and short car journeys to many others. One failing, there was no local information in the cottage, many others I've stayed at keep a folder with such info, nothing at this location

- Michael, December 2022
Ian October 2022

“Property very clean-- Kitchen well equipped/ We didnt realise it was a 3 storey house so you had to go downstairs for the kitchen and bathroom and another set of stairs for further 2 bedrooms and shower room.”

This wasnt a problem for us but it would have been if we had taken our parents with us as not particularly suitable for elderly or disabled. The house is very conveniently situated for the town -- only few minutes walk to pubs, restaurants and shops. Overall we had a lovely time.

- Ian, October 2022
Claire August 2022

“This place was fantastic and suited all our needs, we loved the location, perfect actually.”

The house was fab with so much room , we would strongly recommend it to all our friends and family and really will be booking again . The booking was easy and straight forward, you were all very professional and helpful at Sykes. Thank you and we will see yous again for sure xx

- Claire, August 2022
Richard July 2022

“We had a great week away, cottage very quirky but lots of steep stairs which is not great if you have any slight mobility issues, one double bed was comfy, the other one (at the top of the house) not comfy could do with a firmer mattress, ended up sleeping in twin room bed as this was comfier.”

Good location for all shops, restaurants and pubs, no large supermarket though so prices very high in the smaller shops.

- Richard, July 2022
Lynn April 2022

“This property in in the heart of Windermere.”

Great access to all the shops and restaurants. Buses are regular so once the car was parked we didn't use it again until we left, easier than trying to park in the surrounding areas and cheaper too.

- Lynn, April 2022
Philip March 2022

“Super clean, beds really comfortable and perfect location.”

- Philip, March 2022
Jill January 2022

“Large and spacious property on 3 levels.”

Decent kitchen although lacking in wooden spoons / spatulas. Heating system either on or off as non of radiator valves worked so difficult to regulate room temperatures. Great location for shops, pubs etc and essential parking space for one car (if a little tight). Would recommend this property.

- Jill, January 2022
Susan September 2021

“The information booklets were in an upstairs wardrobe - to have been left on the dining table or kitchen unit would have been a better and easier location to have found them.”

We had to ring up about getting into WiFi which was located on the back of the monitor. Clearer instruction on where to find the code and password would have been helpful. Perhaps we are just getting older!! We were also a little confused as to how to work the central heating system and all we needed to do was increase the temperature on the white disk in the dining area on the dresser. Otherwise we thoroughly enjoyed our week there.

- Susan, September 2021
Carol June 2021

“The property was located in very close proximity to the Main Street in Windermere- just literally a minute or less away!”

But it was so quiet - you couldn’t hear a thing! The property had a small courtyard with a wooden bench - private - not closed off completely for our dogs though, there was a flight of concrete steps leading up to the main door so we had to keep an eye on our two pups in case they escaped! But none the less perfect for us! The property was very well equipped with everything you could think of in the kitchen! The beds were VERY large & VERY comfy! I would say that the property had been updated and modernised from some of the old reviews I had read in previous years! You could park one car at the rear of the property but we managed to reverse our Vauxhall Vivaro campervan into the space by the back gate. HIGHLY RECOMMENDED!

- Carol, June 2021
Charlotte September 2020

“Very well situated.”

Clean and comfortable cottage. Would visit again!

- Charlotte, September 2020
James August 2020

“Walkers Rest is ideally situated in Windermere just 100 meters for local shops and restaurants.”

The house is very comfortable and spacious with 3 good bedrooms and a large downstairs kitchen diner. There is modern heating and plentiful hot water but just one shower, and another bathroom with shower mixer tap. Modern TV and solid walls makes it a very good let. Parking for one car at the rear but it's a tight squeeze and you really need to reverse into the space. There is plenty of free parking on Broad Street and around there too if you choose and an early bird £1 parking scheme in the car park on broad street.

- James, August 2020
David July 2020

“The cottage was in an ideal location and was probably the main selling point, less than 1 minute walk to the high street.”

It has good facilities especially in the kitchen, it just lacks some TLC and a cosy feel. That said because of the location we had a great holiday being able to pop out to the town as and when required.

- David, July 2020
Lee March 2020

“As is often the case, the much of the lighting was underpowered, especially in the bathrooms and kitchen.”

A few good quality LED bulbs would sort that out. Also, a lack of mirrors over the bathroom sinks caused a few problems. The boiler could also do with a thermostat. Having to alter the boiler and then all the valves was a faff you can do without on a break.

- Lee, March 2020
Gillian December 2019

“Our only problem was with the parking it's very misleading in as much its not ...”

Our only problem was with the parking it's very misleading in as much its not feasible to use the parking space because it blocks opposites properties and neighboring properties it would be much better to give a residents parking permit for one car instead other than that it was spot on thank you kind regards

- Gillian, December 2019
Lynn October 2019

“Cottage really spacious for a family of 4 including 2 teenagers and a large dog.”

Great location with everything you need right on your doorstep. Property might benefit from an extra seating area on the ground floor, there is certainly enough space for one. Would definitely return.

- Lynn, October 2019
Margaret September 2019

“The location was perfect.”

The cottage was clean and warm but had many issues which I discussed with the lovely Zoe on returning the keys.

- Margaret, September 2019

So glad you enjoyed your stay! Please be assured I am resolving these issues. We look forward to you staying again. Property Owner
Gary September 2019

“This house in a street of self catering houses is the ugly house of the street, rusted gate, grubby, unweeded, dirty outside, a door with broken glass in the patio area that was first mentioned in July 2018 but not rectified.”

In the lounge on first sitting on the sofa the throw covering it slid off to reveal a faux leather sofa that looked like it had been mauled by an animal, each day we had to pick up more faux leather that had come off The sofa. There is a parking space but we witnessed people trying to leave the yard that could not get out. If even one car does not park tight against the wall there is only pedestrian access in or out.The instructions left were for a completely different heating system that was not in this house, there was no refuge\recycling info.

- Gary, September 2019

Thank you for your feedback. I can confirm that a new sofa is on order, and the outside area is being maintained. We have also updated the heating instructions and rubbish information. Property Owner
Tim August 2019

“Great location and very clean.”

Perfect

- Tim, August 2019
Steve March 2019

“The property is in a great location but desperately needs some attention.”

i.e. The outside is unattended with litter, leaves, moss and garden debris all around and a filthy front door . The outside light doesnt work and the front door lock needs attention as its extremely difficult to lock. Inside there is a folder on the heating system and the appliances but nothing on refuse collection or recycling, nothing on the parking, where the boiler was situated etc etc. Also the cleanliness inside was of a poor standard.

- Steve, March 2019
Caroline December 2018

“We had an amazing stay, the cottage was in a perfect location , it was clean , plenty of towels, hot water and well heated throughout .”

Only thing we missed was a overhead shower in the downstairs bathroom , the hand held one was awkward and tended to spray a lot of water everywhere and the double bed upstairs creaked constantly so maybe a firmer frame and a firmer mattress , other than that we couldn’t fault the cottage and would definitely book again . Many thanks for making our Christmas one of the best ever

- Caroline, December 2018

We thank you very much for your feedback and are glad you enjoyed your stay at Walkers Rest Property Owner
Karen November 2018

“Fabulous location for all amenities.”

Good sized rooms and facilities for a family group.felt like home from home and really enjoyed our stay.

- Karen, November 2018
Ian October 2018

“We had a really great week in this cosy cottage which had everything you need, however there were a few things that need some attention.”

1 - The downstairs bedroom was not very good .... radiator didn't work, the room had not been cleaned properly (hair on pillows and bedding and dirty carpet). 2 - One of the upper sash windows in the sitting room would not close properly ... it looked like the latch had broken which resulted in the window having a gap at the top. 3 - We were a bit surprised that there were no details in the cottage about refuse collection. There were no facilities for recycling, this is the first time we've stayed anywhere for years where this wasn't an option.

- Ian, October 2018
Brian September 2018

“The cottage is in a great location however on arrival our first impressions were not great.”

The entrance to the cottage was shabby and the court yard was dirty and was very unkept. It was full of weeds and cobwebs and the glass in the door in the yard was broken and not child safe . Albeit the majority of the cottage was clean we had to clean the vinyl tablecloth as it had dried food left ! The kitchen was spacious and clean the stairs were uneven and you could have quite easily have slipped. The plus side was the location which was very close to pubs restaurants and about 25 minute walk to the lakes.

- Brian, September 2018

I am sorry to hear you experienced cleanliness and maintenance issues during your stay at the cottage. We want you to have all advertised facilities on our website and we strive on having exceptional property standards in all Sykes’ properties. We will investigate the issues with the property owner to establish why our service has fell short on this occasion. This is not our usual expectation and would like to assure you that your issues are being handled. If you would to discuss this further, our lines are open 7 days a week from 9am until 7pm. Property Owner
Erma September 2018

“We had a really good time and the cottage was much closer to all the places of interest than we thought, without being in a noisy area.”

We would definitely recommend this cottage.

- Erma, September 2018
William July 2018

“The walled garden area is what made us choose this accommodation, on the photos it looked really well presented but in reality it was dirty grubby and had cracked window on the joning garage door.”

The area had not been swept in a very long time, had weeds and cobwebs throughout. There were no brushes etc for us to clean it ourselves.

- William, July 2018
Archie July 2018

“Walkers rest holiday cottage was in perfect location near to all amenities in ...”

Walkers rest holiday cottage was in perfect location near to all amenities in Windermere,on arrival it was clean and well presented,ideal for a family break, shops and supermarkets were 2 minutes walk away,plenty of bars and restaurants and 1 & a half miles from lake Windermere (which took about 20mins to walk or use the bus service which was about every 15 mins) we had a fantastic week here

- Archie, July 2018
Barry June 2018

“Three storey with uneven stairs was the worst problem the kitchen and dinning ...”

Three storey with uneven stairs was the worst problem the kitchen and dinning room where excellent the lounge was very nice the Parking at the rear was not clear in the paperwork, yes you have a space to park but getting but getting to it was a nightmare

- Barry, June 2018
S June 2018

“Although there is only parking for one car we easily found on street parking ...”

Although there is only parking for one car we easily found on street parking nearby so no need for paying on nearby car park

- S, June 2018
Lena April 2018

“Garden was absolutely disgraceful, broken gate left in the shed which meant what appeared from the pictures to be an enclosed courtyard was not and no hose pipe which made it extremely difficult with our dogs.”

Stains on the lounge cushions and throws, stains and hairs on the bedding. When i complained to the local lakes holidays office the lady who dealt with complaint was down right rude & unhelpful. Still feel as if we should have been given a discount as I feel that the property advertised was not a true representation of what it really is.

- Lena, April 2018
Rebecca March 2018

“House not suitable for those with limited mobility.”

Set over 3 floors with extremely steep and uneven stairs. Parking is a real problem. There is one car space but isn't easily accessible and blocked by other users. Roads around the house permit holders only so have to park in a public car park, pay and walk.

- Rebecca, March 2018
Lesley July 2015

“Good location.”

Parking available although a bit tricky to access at times. Central location. Fabulous weeks holiday. Thank you.

- Lesley, July 2015

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Summary

Set over 3 floors
First floor double bedroom and twin bedroom, and shower room with WC and basin
Ground floor master bedroom with double bed, and living room with flat screen TV
Downstairs bathroom with WC and basin
Lower ground floor comprises kitchen/diner with access to paved courtyard
Rangemaster cooker and hob, dishwasher, fridge, freezer, TV, washing machine and iron in kitchen
Gas central heating throughout. Flatscreen TV
Wi-Fi. All gas and electricity included. Bed linen and towels included. Cot and highchair on request
Allocated parking space for one car
Up to two pets allowed
Local shop two minutes away on foot, good selection of restaurants and pubs within walking distance.

The property

Walker's Rest is a lovely end of terrace cottage in a central location close to the many shops bars, and restaurants in Windermere. It is sure to appeal to holidaymakers who are looking for a quiet yet convenient holiday cottage from which to explore or relax in the Lake District. The vibrant towns of both Windermere and Bowness hold enduring appeal for many visitors and have everything you could ever need during your holiday. They boast a range of attractions, amenities, shops and restaurants, and pubs where many of the local ales may be sampled. A 20 minute walk will take you down to the Lake and village of Bowness where you will find everything from rowing boats to hire, to the famous lake cruises on the Teal and Tearn to the various destinations around the lake. Windermere is perfectly situated for exploring all regions, either by car or by bus and is also easily reached from the main line train station of Oxenholme. This traditional Lakeland cottage is idyllically located in a quiet backwater in the heart of Windermere. Walkers Rest has been stunningly refurbished blending traditional charm perfectly with modern chic style. The decedent yet relaxed living room, is plumped with sumptuous furnishings. This convenient and superbly stylish bolt hole is a treat at any time of year.

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About the location

BOWNESS-ON-WINDERMERE

Windermere Train Station 1.5 miles: Ambleside 5 miles; Kendal 7 miles.

The vibrant twin towns of Bowness and Windermere hold enduring appeal for visitors to the Lake District National Park, with each providing a range of nearby attractions, amenities, cinema, shops and restaurants to suit all tastes. A variety of boat trips and boat hire are available from Windermere Lake Cruises in Bowness to Brockhole, Ambleside and Lakeside (at the southern end of the lake where the Lakeside Aquarium and the Lakeside and Haverthwaite Railway are situated). The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction and the Old Laundry Theatre are 1.5 miles away. Orrest Head, where Alfred Wainwright was inspired to write his series of iconic guidebooks, is a 30-minute walk to enjoy the spectacular panorama of far-reaching views over the lake and surrounding fells. Brockhole, which offers high wire tree top experiences, is three miles away, and the historic villages of Grasmere, Ambleside and Troutbeck are a short drive away. There is also a variety of watersports on offer for the more energetic at marine centres along the lake. The area is ideally situated for exploring all that this region has to offer, whether by foot, bike, car, railway or bus; and is within easy reach of attractions such as the spectacular Langdales, Beatrix Potter’s Hill Top House at Far Sawrey, Coniston, Grizedale Forest Park, with its delightful walks and famous outdoor sculptures, mountain biking and 'Go-Ape' adventure park, Ullswater, Kendal, Keswick, stone circles, Roman forts and England's highest mountain, Scafell Pike.

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“Where do I start ?”

“We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Walker's Rest.”

“Comfortable enough stay and very quiet location.”

“We stayed 3 nights and couldn’t have been happier with the cottage.”

“Lovely, very peaceful.”

“Loved it!”

“Nice cottage great kitchen rooms comfortable, stairs to the kitchen diner a little steep with v low hand rail.”

“Property very clean-- Kitchen well equipped/ We didnt realise it was a 3 storey house so you had to go downstairs for the kitchen and bathroom and another set of stairs for further 2 bedrooms and shower room.”

“This place was fantastic and suited all our needs, we loved the location, perfect actually.”

“This property in in the heart of Windermere.”

“Super clean, beds really comfortable and perfect location.”

“Large and spacious property on 3 levels.”

“The information booklets were in an upstairs wardrobe - to have been left on the dining table or kitchen unit would have been a better and easier location to have found them.”

“The property was located in very close proximity to the Main Street in Windermere- just literally a minute or less away!”

“Very well situated.”

“Walkers Rest is ideally situated in Windermere just 100 meters for local shops and restaurants.”

“The cottage was in an ideal location and was probably the main selling point, less than 1 minute walk to the high street.”

“As is often the case, the much of the lighting was underpowered, especially in the bathrooms and kitchen.”

“Our only problem was with the parking it's very misleading in as much its not ...”

“Cottage really spacious for a family of 4 including 2 teenagers and a large dog.”

“The location was perfect.”

“This house in a street of self catering houses is the ugly house of the street, rusted gate, grubby, unweeded, dirty outside, a door with broken glass in the patio area that was first mentioned in July 2018 but not rectified.”

“Great location and very clean.”

“The property is in a great location but desperately needs some attention.”

“We had an amazing stay, the cottage was in a perfect location , it was clean , plenty of towels, hot water and well heated throughout .”

“Fabulous location for all amenities.”

“We had a really great week in this cosy cottage which had everything you need, however there were a few things that need some attention.”

“The cottage is in a great location however on arrival our first impressions were not great.”

“We had a really good time and the cottage was much closer to all the places of interest than we thought, without being in a noisy area.”

“The walled garden area is what made us choose this accommodation, on the photos it looked really well presented but in reality it was dirty grubby and had cracked window on the joning garage door.”

“Walkers rest holiday cottage was in perfect location near to all amenities in ...”

“Three storey with uneven stairs was the worst problem the kitchen and dinning ...”

“Although there is only parking for one car we easily found on street parking ...”

“Garden was absolutely disgraceful, broken gate left in the shed which meant what appeared from the pictures to be an enclosed courtyard was not and no hose pipe which made it extremely difficult with our dogs.”

“House not suitable for those with limited mobility.”

“Good location.”

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The property

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About the location

BOWNESS-ON-WINDERMERE