Walkers Rest

Rating
Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Smoke-free
Garden / Patio
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Comfort

Facilities

* Based on a combined average customer score over the last 3 months

19 Customer Review(s)

“Right on the door step”

This cottage was perfect for 6 adults and one dog. Two spacious rooms and a shower room on the top floor was great for our daughter / son and their partners while we took the room on the middle floor opposite the living room. A short flight of stairs took you down to a very well appointed kitchen and dining area. With a bathroom to the rear .Two TV,s and lots of seating meant we could all spread out if needed and Barney [ our black lab] loved the patio area outside. A 4 minute walk to Booths for ...

This cottage was perfect for 6 adults and one dog. Two spacious rooms and a shower room on the top floor was great for our daughter / son and their partners while we took the room on the middle floor opposite the living room. A short flight of stairs took you down to a very well appointed kitchen and dining area. With a bathroom to the rear .Two TV,s and lots of seating meant we could all spread out if needed and Barney [ our black lab] loved the patio area outside. A 4 minute walk to Booths for shopping and being right in the village meant all the pubs and restaurants were close by. Parking at the rear was adequate for a medium size car and it only cost £15 for a 3 day ticket at the nearest car park two minutes walk away. Great Location !!

- Gill H, 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.

- Mr Logan, October 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.

- Mrs Parkes, September 2019

So glad you enjoyed your stay! Please be assured I am resolving these issues. We look forward to you staying again. Owner relations
“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.

- Mr Rusk, 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. Owner relations
“Great location and very clean.”

Perfect

- Mr O'reilly, August 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.

- Mr Instrell, March 2019
“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

- Mrs Guy, December 2018

We thank you very much for your feedback and are glad you enjoyed your stay at Walkers Rest Owner relations
“Fabulous location for all amenities.”

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

- Mrs Milner, November 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.

- Mr Sellers, October 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.

- Mr Bailey, 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. Owner relations
“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.

- Mrs Reynolds, September 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

- Mr Colville, 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.

- Mr Wright, July 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

- Mr & Mrs Pinel, 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

- Mrs Duckworth, June 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.

- Miss Turner, April 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.

- Mrs Seal, March 2018
“Fabulous Cottage”

Just returned from a week at this stunning cottage, it is beautiful and very well equipped. It is right in the heart of all the shops & cafés, lots of lovely walks to do, easy access to other lakes, not too far from Kendall. There were 4 adults, 2 kids & 2 dogs and we all loved our stay, it would be nice to have a tv in the dining area as that's where we spent the majority of our time as a group, cooking, entertaining with access to the courtyard. The cottage is over 3 floors, lovely shower on the top floor and a bath on the ground floor, great big kitchen/dining area- perfect for entertaining! Will definitely return!

- Trish M, August 2016
“Good location.”

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

- Miss Whittaker, July 2015
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The property

Walker's Rest is a luxurious town house situated 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.

The cottage is gas centrally heated and comprises: Lounge with flat screen TV and window seat to the front. Master bedroom with double bed. Lower ground floor: Dining/kitchen with range master cooker and hob, dishwasher, fridge, freezer, T.V., washing machine and French doors to rear patio area. Bathroom with hand basin and WC. First floor.

Double bedroom. Twin bedroom with window seat. Shower room with large rain head shower, hand basin and WC. All gas, electric, bed linen and towels included. Parking for 1 small car. Patio with bench and potted plants Please note the fire shown in the lounge photos is for decoration only and cannot be used.

Summary

Set over 3 floors
Ground floor master bedroom with double bed, and living room with flat screen TV
Lower ground floor comprises kitchen/diner with access to paved courtyard
Downstairs bathroom with WC and basin
First floor double bedroom and twin bedroom, and shower room with WC and basin.
Gas central heating throughout
Rangemaster cooker and hob, dishwasher, fridge, freezer, TV, washing machine and iron in kitchen
Flatscreen TV, wifi
All gas and electric 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.

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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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Reviews & Ratings

“Right on the door step”

“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.”

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

“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.”

“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.”

“Fabulous Cottage”

“Good location.”

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BOWNESS-ON-WINDERMERE