Guests say
Glebe Holme is a well-regarded holiday cottage in Windermere, praised for its excellent location, well-equipped kitchen, and comfortable living spaces. The addition of a hot tub and secure garden adds to its appeal, making it a popular choice for families and pet owners. While some minor maintenance issues and cleanliness concerns are noted, the property is generally celebrated for its amenities and the enjoyable stays it provides.
Most guests find the property to be spotlessly clean and well-maintained, though there are a few reports of cleanliness issues such as unclean kitchen appliances and bathrooms. These seem to be exceptions rather than the rule.
The cottage's location is highly praised for being within walking distance to local amenities, shops, and the lake, making it an ideal base for exploring the Lake District.
The property is generally found to be comfortable, with a well-equipped kitchen and spacious living areas. However, some guests mention that the beds, particularly the single ones, could be more comfortable.
Facilities such as the hot tub, kitchen equipment, and secure parking are appreciated by guests. Nonetheless, there are comments about the need for better maintenance of certain facilities, including heating issues and the provision of hot tub towels.
While some guests mention the lack of a welcome pack and suggest that it would be a thoughtful addition, there is not enough consistent information about thoughtfulness in terms of gifts to provide a score.
About this property
Glebe Holme is a detached single storey home that is presented to a high standard to provide an ideal holiday home for 6 guests close to the shores of Lake Windermere.
Situated just a few minutes walk from The Glebe which overlooks Bowness Bay where the Windermere Lake Cruises depart to sail up and down the lake taking passengers to Ambleside and Lakeside.
Stepping inside there is a spacious entrance hall which leads to the master bedroom with a king sized double bed with an ensuite wet room, there is a double bedroom and lastly a twin bedroom. All the bedrooms have TVs. There is a superb family bathroom with a walk-in shower.
The snug is a perfect room to relax in during the evening whilst enjoying the Sky Q with Sky Cinema. The open plan kitchen/dining room with its bi-folding doors opening out onto the patio area with hot tub is the place where friends and families will gather to enjoy this contemporary home.
The designer kitchen has everything you need to prepare delicious meals – two ovens, microwave, wine cooler and an induction hob.
At the back of Glebe Holme there is a rear entrance hall leading to a cloakroom and utility room with a washing machine and dryer.
The twin towns of Bowness and Windermere are both vibrant, fun-filled places set within the splendid scenery of the Lake District. Both towns provide a range of amenities, shops and restaurants to suit all tastes whilst Ambleside offers the additional attraction of a boat ride to Bowness, the Lakeside Aquarium and Beatrix Potter's 'Hill Top House' at Sawrey. Grizedale Forest Park is within easy driving distance and is home to a range of activities including many good walks, mountain biking and the 'Go Ape' adventure park. The region also boasts many National Trust properties as well as a variety of water sports for those who prefer a more adrenaline-fuelled trip. Children will enjoy a trip to the 'World of Beatrix Potter' in Bowness whilst the villages of Grasmere, Coniston Water, Kendal, Keswick and the Lakeland Mountains are all within easy reach.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms : 1 x King Size with en-suite, 1 x Double, 1 x twin, bathroom with walk-in shower, Open plan Kitchen/diner, sitting room, patio, hot tub
Two pets allowed.
electric ovens and hob.
microwave.
dishwasher.
fridge/freezer.
wine cooler.
washer.
tumble dryer.
gas central heating.
underfloor heating in kitchen/dining area.
Wi-Fi.
parking for three cars.
0.5 miles to Lake Windermere and Bowness-on-Windermere.
Smart HD televisions.
No smoking.
Travel cot & high chair included
Nearby points of interest
- The World of Beatrix Potter
- Hawkshead Grammar School Museum
- Beatrix Potter Gallery, Hawkshead
- Hayes Garden World Ambleside
- Lakes Aquarium
- Lakeland Motor Museum
- Lake District National Park
- Lake Windermere
- Esthwaite Water
Reviews (28)
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Chris
Plenty of space and all the accessories you will need for your stay. The owner was very helpful if we ever had any questions. We really enjoyed ourselves.
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Steven
We had a small problem with a broken key while on holiday but the owner sorted it very quickly. Many thanks we all enjoyed our stay.
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Tonia
Great location. Will definitely use again. On arrival I found the oven on the right was full of grease, and had to clean before we could use. Mirror light in ensuite does not work and noticed that this was highlighted in a review last year. Single beds - no mattress protector on one of them and mattresses very uncomfortable. Note this was highlighted in previous review and owner said he had spent a lot of money on new mattresses. The king and double were comfortable, buy the single are not great. Duvet cover on king bed had a stain on which did not come off when washed. Laminate flooring in kitchen and open plan living room - I hoovered and mopped the floor the morning after arriving and I honestly couldn't say when the floor was last mopped as the water was so dirty. 3 mops left to clean the floor - 2 were full of hair and dirt and the other was falling apart. This is the first time booking with Sykes and the first time we have never had a courtesy call the day after arrival to check if there were any issues. Phoned the contact number in folder and gave feedback on cleanliness. No apology -just we'll pass the message on. Regardless of above, the owner has a beautiful home, location is excellent and we will definitely recommend and return.