Wansfell View is a well-received lodge in Windermere, praised for its comfortable beds, well-equipped kitchen, and the luxury of a hot tub. Its location is ideal for exploring the Lake District, with easy access to local attractions and walks. Guests appreciate the property's spaciousness and the thoughtful touches by the owners, although some noted room for improvement in cleanliness and maintenance.
Reviews are mixed regarding cleanliness. While some guests found the lodge spotless, others reported issues with cleanliness, including dog hairs and unclean bathrooms. The negative comments suggest room for improvement, although they are not representative of all guests' experiences.
The lodge's location is highly praised for its proximity to Bowness, Ambleside, and local pubs. Guests love the easy access to walks and the beautiful surroundings of the Lake District, making it an ideal spot for a holiday retreat.
Guests consistently mention the comfortable beds and the overall spaciousness of the lodge. The addition of an air fryer and the provision of a cot and high chair for children are noted as comfortable and convenient features.
The lodge is well-equipped with facilities like WiFi, a hot tub, and a fully enclosed dog walking field. However, some guests reported maintenance issues such as non-working vacuum cleaners and electrical problems, which slightly detract from the overall high standard.
While some guests were delighted with the Christmas decorations and the provision of games for children, there is no consistent mention of welcome gifts or other thoughtful gestures that would warrant a score in this category. Therefore, the score is set to null.
Troutbeck 0.6 miles. This well-maintained, detached lodge is situated in a private position, at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac, in the heart of the delightful Limefitt Holiday Park, less than a mile from the small village of Troutbeck in the Lake District National Park. This welcoming Troutbeck lodge is ideal for walkers and cyclists, or as somewhere to simply sit back and relax. Accessed via four external steps, enter this homely dwelling into the open-plan living area, where you can flick on the electric fire before getting settling down on the sofa, tuning into your favourite shows from the Smart TV. Allow the chef of the group to get acquainted in the kitchen, fitted with an electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer and even a dishwasher to assist with the washing up! As you start to yawn, retire to the bedrooms at the other end of the lodge, offering a king-size with en-suite shower and a dressing room, a double and a twin, accommodating perfectly for a family. There is also a lovely bathroom where you can prepare for the day with a quick shower or enjoy a lazy soak in the evening. French doors lead to the outside decking where further amenities can be enjoyed, including the patio furniture which is perfect for an alfresco meal, followed by a dip in the sunken hot tub under the stars. There are walks straight from the doorstep at this lodge near Troutbeck, plus on-site there is a pub, which serves excellent food and real ales, a children’s play area, an outdoor games area, pony trekking facilities, a large dog walking field that leads through woodland and up onto the local fells, and a stream which runs through the bottom of the park. Take the short drive into Windermere, home to a variety of shops and restaurants, while Lake Windermere itself can be explored on board the iconic Windermere steamer, providing access to the towns of Bowness and Ambleside. Spectacular Lakeland fells surround this beautiful valley; scattered with historic Lakeland houses and pretty woodlands, along with two great pubs: The Mortal Man and the Queens Head, both known for their tasty menus, Cumbrian produce and cosy fireside ambiance. Explore the Troutbeck Valley into Ullswater via the towering Kirkstone Pass, providing an unforgettable area with sublime scenes around every corner. Wansfell View is a delightful Troutbeck base that makes an ideal home at any time of year.
The small village of Troutbeck is situated between Windermere and Ambleside. The village offers a mix of buildings, some of which date back to the 17th century. The popular towns of Windermere and Ambleside are nearby and offer boat trips, a selection of shops, pubs and restaurants, as well as attractions that suit all ages. The surrounding area is filled with scenic walks and spectacular fells, providing a real haven for outdoor enthusiasts.
Single storey.
Three bedrooms: 2 x king-size double with TV, dressing room and en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with electric fire
Gas central heating with electric fire.
Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher.
2 x Smart TV with Netflix and Amazon Prime (own account required), 1 x TV with Freeview, CD, WiFi, selection of book and games.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen included in rent.
Travel cot and highchair available on request.
Off-road parking for 2 cars.
Enclosed, front decked area with hot tub, furniture and barbecue.
Shared use of on-site outdoor games area and children's play area, laundry facilities and pony trekking at additional charge.
On-site shop and pub 0.2 miles.
Note: Electric cars are not to be charged at the lodge.
Electric Charging stations are situated in and around Windermere.
Note: Property accessed via four external steps.
Note from the owners: We want our guests to enjoy their well earned holidays at our lodge, unfortunately some previous guests have not treated the lodge with respect, their actions and the damage has affected the enjoyment and safety of our other guests and owners of the surrounding lodges - We would therefore politely request that our guests be considerate of the following requests: One well behaved dog; Any damage caused by your dog is to be reported and any mess is to be cleaned up immediately please.
Prior to leaving the property on checkout day, please ensure the lodge is left tidy and all kitchen rubbish disposed of.
Due to previous complaints, damage and disruption no rowdy behavior and parties to be held at the lodge please.
No smoking in the lodge or on the decking please.
Only disposable BBQs are to be used please, they can be placed on the existing BBQ, fire lighters and lighter fluid are not to be used due to safety issues and the fire risk.
Please be advised: The onsite pub The Hayloft is closed from the 19th of December 2022 till February 2023.
Please note: Use of the hot tub is strictly between the hours of 10am and 10pm and failure to comply with site rules will result in guests being asked to leave.
Note: Property will only accept bookings for a minimum of three nights.
Note: Electrical vehicle surcharge of £20 per day per car if charged at the property.
Please note towels are not provided and guests must bring their own.
Melania
Beautiful place and accommodation.
Christine
It is a lovely property- lots of space, hot tub, equipment etc but unfortunately the place was dirty. I did just say to them that I had to run over the place as there were crumbs etc everywhere but the bathrooms were dirty and Iâm not sure they had been cleaned at all. The second bedroom had a false broken finger nail on the side and one of the single beds was covered in hair. The bathrooms were covered in dust, hair etc. when I went to hoover, it was so full that it was clear it wasnât able to pick anything up so I had to empty it. I couldnât get some of it out as it was so jammed. I donât feel like I should have had to do this on my holiday. I also had to wash pots and pans before use. However, it is a gorgeous place and I didnât let it spoil my holiday. Think the owners need to know that it is not being cleaned to a good standard and they are paying for this service. I would whole heartedly recommend this property and stay again if I knew it was cleaned properly.
Christina
It was spotless inside and out on the decking. Hot tub was lovely. The lodge itself was probably the best we have stayed in. Sofas, beds etc were so comfortably. Will definitely be booking it again. Thankyou.
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