Dizzy Duck

Rating
Sleeps 5
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Pets Yes
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Features

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

Mrs Donovan
October 2019

“The cottage was very spacious and well thought out.”

The second sitting room on the ground floor was very snug and comfortable and it was great to have an alternative space if we all didn't want to do the same thing or watch the same programme on TV. All the bedrooms were a good size and the beds comfortable. So convenient for shops, restaurants and coffee shops just 250 yds down the road. Local parking disc allowed us to find street parking every night. ...

The second sitting room on the ground floor was very snug and comfortable and it was great to have an alternative space if we all didn't want to do the same thing or watch the same programme on TV. All the bedrooms were a good size and the beds comfortable. So convenient for shops, restaurants and coffee shops just 250 yds down the road. Local parking disc allowed us to find street parking every night. We were a party of 3 oldies plus dog and managed the two flights of stairs to get between bedrooms on first floor and kitchen/dining/living room but it won't be for anyone who has problems with stairs. A quick and easy improvement would be to look at the kitchen equipment which seems to be the absolutely minimum - especially if you were cooking for 5. Thanks for the very speed response from the maintenance team who sorted out a bleeping fire alarm within an hour of reporting it to Customer Service.
Mr Fuchs August 2019

“Really nice location, and very well equipped.”

We recommend it for families.
Mrs Forrest July 2019

“Had a great holiday, house had everything you needed.”

Beds were so comfy We didn't use the dishwasher but everything else was used. There were 4 of us me my daughter, son-in-law and my 19yr old granddaughter who found nothing to complain about Wifi was spot on (thank goodness). We all said we would come back next year Thankyou for the treats was not expecting them .
Mr Storrar May 2019

“House was very clean on arrival and the welcome pack in the kitchen was very welcome.”

The living room, kitchen and bathroom on the bottom floor (basement) were cold and had a smell of damp, even with the heating on they never warmed up as well as the rest of the house. Beds were hard and some what uncomfortable. House is in a great location to explore Windermere.
Mr Mitra May 2019

“This accommodation at Windermere was a pleasant surprise to us.”

Located at the center with shops and restaurants round the corner.The house provided us all the necessities and comfort. It was really a home away from home. I thank the owner of the property for arranging everything a family would need during a holiday. We enjoyed every moment. I would recommend this property to all my friends visiting Windermere.
Mrs Peat May 2019

“The house was perfect although I would not advice it for elderly people with a disability because of the stairs (we were all in our seventies but are fairly fit).”

It was so central for shops, restaurants and everything and the weather was great. Situated in a lovely quiet corner.
Mr Moriarty May 2019

“Lovely little cottage in great location.”

..only down points are the yard that is in dire need of a clean up inc the furniture and general decor that is ready for a redecoration.That said it is certainly worth a stay.
Mrs Harrison April 2019

“Dizzy Duck Cottage is very cosy.”

It is near the shops, yet in a really quiet street. Railway station and bus stop are only a short walk away. There are a lot of stairs, with the kitchen being in the basement, but it kept us fit. The beds are super comfortable. Having a Smart TV while on holiday is useful for catch up. We were able to walk to the lake shore by two routes with gardens, woods and a waterfall. Highly recommended cottage!!!
Mr Chambers March 2019

“Sykes Cottages are brilliant to work with, we booked last minute and we got looked after”
Mr Hoskin October 2018

“Upon arriving after dark, we did finally open the key box (you do need a torch) but upon entering found no instructions on getting wi-fi or how to lock the entrance door.”

We were unfamiliar with the locking mechanism but after "playing with it" we determined the next day how to do it. The long-sought after instruction book was found in the ground floor living room way back under the stairs 3 days after arriving (it should be on the table in the arrival hall in the future or an agent meet us to explain things) Negatives: oven doesn't work; no sharp knives; too few wine glasses (we bought more and left them);no hair dryer; no dishwasher soap (bought a full box and left it); no washing machine soap (bought some and left balance); downstairs electric fireplace heater doesn't work; steep stairs not suitable for seniors; after paying top in- season prices, it would be reasonable to expect clean towels midway through our 9 day stay but none were received. Positives: clean, quiet, convenient to all town shops, restaurants & points of interest. Excellent fridge and freezer. Comfortable beds, bathrooms, and living rooms.
Mrs Towns September 2018

“The cottage was great , ideally located and good for four people.”

Free parking permit is good too although parking is a nightmare. Everything you need is on the doorstep and within walking distance. Very dog friendly.
Mrs Macpherson August 2018

“The loacation of Dizzy Duck is fantastic.”

We had a lovely holiday, there are plenty of shops and restaurants within a two minute walk from the house and easy to walk into Ambleside and the surrounding areas. Dizzy Duck was clean enough, and our three children seemed happy - always a bonus! However the only thing I would warn anyone looking to book is that parking is horrendous. Yes, you get a parking permit but what you should know is parking is only available on one side of the street so is extremely limited. Every day we would come home and really struggle to get parked. We decided each day if we could walk it we would (not always an easy choice with an eight year old when you are walking miles and miles). One evening my husband sat in the car for over an hour as if you don’t get parked the only option is to park on a double yellow or dump your car streets away. He waited in the car as when we pulled up we noticed one of the neighbours was about to leave but as soon as this person saw my husband waiting decided to get back out of his car and go back in his house
Mrs Robertson July 2018

“For the most part everything was fine, just a few minor points which would improve things for others.”

There was no oven glove -- important for self catering! Some of the springs in one settee had gone and was a bit uncomfortable. A larger washing airer would be useful as the small one given is not enough for a family's washing esp if there are children. It might not always be possible to dry washing on the small line outside. The beds were very comfy, but fitted sheets would be better It was a bit difficult for 4 people to sit round the table and have room to move, if 5 were there, as the house can sleep, it would I think be very awkward. However, we were lucky to get parked in the street and the location was excellent right in the heart of the town, so close to shops for groceries and treats like icecream! We had a good holiday at Dizzy Duck.
Mrs Cooper June 2018

“The parking was difficult at times even though it was out of main season”
Ms Fine June 2018

“Dizzy Duck is well equipped and very well situated in the centre of Windermere .”

The bedrooms were all a good size , had lots of storage and comfy beds Parking is a bit challenging after 6 pm and we were only able to park outside twice so be prepared to drop people off ,find a parking space and walk back . The lounge on the lower ground floor was cool but soon warmed up when the fire was on . It’s a shame that the 2 seater sofa isn’t very comfortable as it’s a good communal area . We struggled a bit with the number of steps inside the property- there are 2 steep staircases ..12 steps to the lower ground floor and 12 steps to the first floor . One slightly disappointing feature was the outside space - it was good to have but it gets no sun and it isn’t very pleasant to sit out as the communal bins attract a lot of flies ( but this may have been due to the exceptionally hot weather ) .
Mrs Bardsley May 2018

“The cottage was lovely and very comfortable.”

It’s location was ideal but parking was horrendous and only one parking permit was available when the literature said two would be available. Whilst the cottage was nice, the location of the main lounge and kitchen being on the lower ground was not good. There was a feeling of damp and even on hot days (we had excellent weather) we had to dress for winter in the evening as the lounge was ridiculously cold. If the heating was used the rest of the house was oppressively hot. The fire failed to heat the lounge and overall this really spoilt our overall experience of the cottage.
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The property

Dizzy Duck Cottage is a charming, mid-terrace cottage, set in a quiet cul-de-sac but centrally located in the trendy town of Windermere.

There are many shops, bars and restaurants literally just around the corner.

This cosy, well-equipped cottage is set over three floors with two separate sitting rooms, two bath/shower rooms, kitchen/dining room and three bedrooms. The towns of Bowness, Windermere and Ambleside provide a range of attractions with delightful walks and viewpoints, many types of boating and lakeside experiences, cinemas and theatres and the likes of the World of Beatrix Potter. The layout of the double glazed and centrally heated accommodation is as follows: Ground Floor: (access to road and permit parking). Hallway with boot and coat area. Second Sitting Room with electric fire, Flat Screen TV and DVD player. Double bedroom. Lower Floor Ground Floor: (access to small enclosed rear yard) Kitchen/Dining Room with electric oven, gas hob, fridge, freezer, dishwasher and dining table for 6 people. Sitting room with a feature fireplace and gas fire, 40 inch wall mounted Smart TV and music system. Shower room with combi boiler fed shower, basin and WC. First Floor: Family bathroom with electric shower over bath, basin and WC. Master bedroom. Single bedroom. Boiler cupboard with washing machine. All gas, electric, bed linen and towels are provided. Highchair provided. Broadband, Wi-Fi provided. On street parking permits for 1 car on specified local roads on a first come, first served basis. Small rear yard with garden furniture and outside tap for muddy paws. No Smoking Conveniently located to all Windermere's attractions including railway station and bus routes. Cinema and lake approximately 25 minutes walk or 3 minutes by bus or car. PLEASE NOTE A £50 refundable good housekeeping bond is payable.

Summary

Accommodation over 3 floors
Three bedrooms: 1 x master double room on first floor, 1 double room on ground floor, 1 x single on first floor
First-floor family bathroom with shower over bath, WC and basin
Shower room with shower, basin and WC
Cloakroom on the ground floor
Kitchen with dining area
Boiler cupboard with washing machine on first floor
Lower ground floor main sitting room with feature fireplace with gas fire
Ground floor additional sitting room.
Gas central heating with gas fire and electric fire
Electric oven, gas hob, fridge, freezer and washing machine
One Smart TV with catch-up and one TV with Freeview and DVD
Music system, Wifi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Highchair provided
On-street parking with permit on a first come first served basis, private garden, 1 well-behaved dog welcome, no smoking
Pub and shops 2-minute walk
Lake Windermere 25-minute walk
A £50 refundable good housekeeping bond is payable
Note: Max 5 adults
Note: This property only has 1 parking permit.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £50.

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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, 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 less than two miles away, and the historic villages of Grasmere, Ambleside and Troutbeck are a short drive away. There are 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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Features

“The cottage was very spacious and well thought out.”

“Really nice location, and very well equipped.”

“Had a great holiday, house had everything you needed.”

“House was very clean on arrival and the welcome pack in the kitchen was very welcome.”

“This accommodation at Windermere was a pleasant surprise to us.”

“The house was perfect although I would not advice it for elderly people with a disability because of the stairs (we were all in our seventies but are fairly fit).”

“Lovely little cottage in great location.”

“Dizzy Duck Cottage is very cosy.”

“Sykes Cottages are brilliant to work with, we booked last minute and we got looked after”

“Upon arriving after dark, we did finally open the key box (you do need a torch) but upon entering found no instructions on getting wi-fi or how to lock the entrance door.”

“The cottage was great , ideally located and good for four people.”

“The loacation of Dizzy Duck is fantastic.”

“For the most part everything was fine, just a few minor points which would improve things for others.”

“The parking was difficult at times even though it was out of main season”

“Dizzy Duck is well equipped and very well situated in the centre of Windermere .”

“The cottage was lovely and very comfortable.”

The property

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About the location

BOWNESS-ON-WINDERMERE