The Postmasters House
ID: S376039
- Bedrooms 3
- ・ Sleeps 5
- ・ Pets No
Guests say
The Postmasters House in Windermere is highly praised for its prime location, comfort, and cleanliness. Guests appreciate the property's proximity to local amenities and the bonus of a parking space. The house is described as a home from home, beautifully furnished, and well-equipped, though some minor maintenance issues were noted.
Most guests found the property to be spotlessly clean and beautifully presented. However, a few guests mentioned issues such as an unemptied kitchen trash and a shower head with mold, suggesting room for improvement in cleaning standards.
The location is consistently lauded for being perfect, right in the centre of Windermere, quiet despite its central location, and convenient for exploring the Lake District.
Guests describe the property as spacious, comfortable, and a real home from home. The beds are noted to be very comfortable, contributing to a relaxing stay.
The property is well-furnished with thoughtful touches like books and games. Some guests suggested the need for more crockery and mentioned a lack of consumables. A few maintenance issues were raised, such as difficulty with hot water in the bath and parking challenges for larger vehicles.
While guests appreciated the well-equipped property and the provision of games, there is no mention of gifts or special welcome items that would fall under the category of thoughtfulness. Therefore, this score is set to null.
About this property
This stone and slated, three storey property lies in a desirable part of central Windermere, just paces from a range of shops, pubs and restaurants. Feel right at home as you begin your holiday adventure at The Postmasters House, boasting a pleasant interior and characterful features. Enter through the front door and discover the kitchen/diner, retaining that traditional feel with original wooden pine flooring and sash windows, along with a wealth of appliances to ensure you are fully catered throughout your stay. Serve hearty meals at the dining table, toasting to a long-awaited Lakeland getaway. Carry the conversation into the lounge, where two sumptuous settees and a Smart TV are perfect for an evening’s entertainment, while the coal effect electric fire offers a gentle warmth. The staircase from the entrance hall leads to the first floor landing; breaking off to one side is the master bedroom, boasting a lavish king-size bed and bay window, while to the other lies the double bedroom, with Super-king sized/ Zip and ink bed and a lovely bathroom, complete with bath and walk-in shower. Up a final set of stairs bring you to a single room, built into the eaves of the roof with exposed beams, ideal for children. Each of the bedrooms are wonderfully presented with fresh white bed linen and oak storage. To the exterior of this Windermere cottage is a paved area with feature gate and bench, where you can sit out with a morning coffee as you contemplate how to spend the day. When you’re ready to explore, just a gentle stroll away lies the town thoroughfare, where you can expect to find a wealth of amenities, including shops, supermarkets, friendly pubs, restaurants and cafés, sure to keep you well stocked and fed. The town is also home to the World of Beatrix Potter attractions, and the glistening waters of Lake Windermere, where you can enjoy a leisurely cruise on board on the old steamer, test your hand a range of watersports, go fishing or hire a kayak and explore the scene at your own pace. Within the surrounding area there is plenty more to tick off your to-do list; see the fascinating boating history of the Lakelands at Windermere Jetty Museum, visit the National Trust owned Hill Top and explore the former home of Beatrix Potter, uncover years of history at Wray Castle or climb the mighty Loughrigg Fell, perfect for those seeking adventure. For a memorable Cumbrian getaway with friends and family, consider The Postmasters House.
Windermere enjoys a fabulous position with the Lake District National Park, neighbouring the twin town of Bowness-on-Windermere. The town boasts a great variety of amenities, including shops, restaurants, pubs, bars and ice cream shops, as weill as access to the town of Ambleside where you'll find the Lakeside Aquarium and Beatrix Potter's Hill Top House. Other attractions in the area include the scenic Grizedale Forest, perfect for walkers and cyclists and the World of Beatrix Potter, which is sure to be appreciated by literary lovers.
Accommodation
Over three floors.
Three bedrooms: 1 x super-king-size (zip/link, can be twins on request please note this must be requested prior to arrival), 1 x King-size, 1 x second-floor single.
Bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Kitchen/diner with gas fire.
Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washer/dryer.
Sitting room with electric fire.
Gas central heating with underfloor heating, gas fire.
Smart TV and WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot and highchair provided.
Off-road parking for 1 small/medium sized car outside the property.
Front patio with furniture.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub 0.1 miles
Nearby points of interest
- Lake Windermere
- Lake District National Park
- Esthwaite Water
- The World of Beatrix Potter
- Hawkshead Grammar School Museum
- Beatrix Potter Gallery, Hawkshead
- Hayes Garden World Ambleside
- Lakes Aquarium
- Lakeland Motor Museum
Reviews (17)
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Jonathan
The location of house is perfect everything on your doorstep! The house layout is great, the shower was invigorating after long days walking. The house has every comfort you need and more! We had the best week of weather and I can say hand on heart that this was one of the Best holiday experiences we have had!
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Faye
We found the description was accurate and enjoyed the fact that it was in the town. Had everything we expected and our daughter enjoyed playing with some of the games that were available. The beds were very comfortable, although we did find the duvets much too heavy for summer! We had a wonderful stay and would happily return. As for a few points and suggestions, We found the front door slightly tricky to unlock. Also, because of the age of the property and the uneven floors, an extra door stop would be handy, particularly for the dining room door. There was no hand soap in the kitchen or bathroom so although we came prepared for most things, we did have to buy hand wash for both sinks. The parking at the front of the house was a little frustrating due to being used by a lot of blue badge holders who sometimes blocked access to the small parking space. Overall though, a wonderful cottage and great location.
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Louise
A comfortable, bright and well decorated space with extremely good beds/mattresses, great wifi and smart tv. An excellent, convenient spot for those who rise very early and come home to relax after a long day out exploring the Lakes. We found no issues with the house, apart from not being able to fill the bath with hot water as it ran tepid throughout. All other taps and shower were perfect. Bear in mind that 'practical' provisions are very, very sparse - we had to purchase our own kitchen foil, I don't think there was a radio or a hairdryer. The attic bedroom is lovely, although bear in mind there are two solid low set beams running just above the beds. If you are looking for a quiet cottage I would give this some thought as delivery vans, taxi's and visitors fill up the road only a few feet from the door through much of the week, and our stay was only in the low season. This can create a lot of noise and impact throughout the morning and afternoon. We booked it because we thought there would be a back bedroom, but it is on the side facing a very busy square and resident's car park with a lot of revving under the window as cars try to exit a narrow space. If you love the sound of hustle and bustle and don't mind some road noise this is a very lovely house which is very peaceful in the evening and through the night!