3 Bedroom (Sleeps 5) Cottage in Windermere
Fairoak Cottage - A cosy home-from -home in a quiet street near the centre of the village of Windermere. Close to amenities with its own parking. Sorry, no pets
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Situated in the heart of the ever-popular town of Windermere, this superb, traditional property in the South Lakes area is set in a row of Victorian Lakeland stone cottages, 1.5 miles from Lake Windermere. The perfect base for families or couples, guests at this cosy Windermere cottage will be delighted with the standard of accommodation provided, and its excellent location, in a quiet street very close to the centre of Windermere, with its wide variety of shops, cafes and restaurants. Queen's park, containing children's play area, is at the end of the road. Although there is plenty to do in the immediate area, it is easy to travel to other parts of the Lake District via car, bus or boat. The cottage is situated in a quiet street very near to all amenities and yet, in 20 minutes, you can walk up to Orrest Head to see a fabulous view of the lake! In the evening, the proximity to the village of Windermere and its restaurants and bars means that you can very easily walk to get a meal or a drink.This spacious Windermere cottage offers three bedrooms, one with an en-suite shower room, and an additional shower room. There is also a well-equipped kitchen, a comfortable sitting room with an electric fire and a large bay window, and a separate dining room. The efficient central heating system ensures that the Windermere cottage is cosy whatever the weather. Outside is a small front terrace, whilst to the rear there is a yard with a table and chairs, and your own off-road parking area - very useful in Windermere village, which has many visitors to its shops and cafes.
Located in the heart of the Lake District, with the quaint Cumbrian villages of Ambleside, Hawkshead and Grasmere, all within 15 miles of your Windermere cottage, there are lots of pretty places to explore. Pack a picnic and head up Orrest Head, highlighted by fellwalker and author, Alfred Wainwright, for breathtaking views across Lake Windermere, or meander down the Lake on the Windermere Steamer to Lakeside and enjoy the Aquarium of the Lakes, and the Haverthwaite and Lakeside Steam Railway. The Old Laundry Theatre has a variety of productions during the year and there is the Royalty cinema at Bowness for a rainy day!
This Windermere cottage is a superb Lake District base, at any time of year. Short breaks available during October to March.
Summary of facilities:
Three bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin, 1 x single
Shower room with shower, basin and WC
Kitchen
Dining room with TV
Sitting room with Smart TV
Gas central heating throughout
Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, TV with Freeview and TalkTV, WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Travel cot and highchair (please bring own cot bedding)
Note: There are steps to the front and back door
Own off-road parking
Rear yard
Sorry, no pets and no smoking or vaping either in the house or the grounds.
Shops, cafés and pubs 1 min walk
Windermere train station 0.4 miles
Bus station 0.4 miles
Electric vehicle charging point is at Booth's supermarket less than half a mile away
Note: This property doesn't accept stag/hen parties or similar
Note Bowness-on-Windermere 1.5 mile; Ambleside 5 miles; Kendal 8.7 miles.
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 nearby there is the additional attraction of a boat ride to Ambleside, Wray Castle, 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, with activities to suit all age groups, 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.
This property has a refundable Good Housekeeping bond of £100.00. This is payable, please, two weeks before arrival and will be returned within a week of departure. (Please note that we know that a broken glass or cup cannot always be avoided and of course no charge would be deducted for this type of minor breakage.)
Bedroom Details
Bedroom 1
1 x Double Bed
Double room with ensuite, chest of drawers and wardrobe.
Bedroom 2
2 x Single Beds
Bedroom 2 with dressing table, hanging rail and drawers.
Bedroom 3
1 x Single Bed
Single bedroom with chest of drawers.
55 Reviews
Leave ReviewFantastic cottage
By Patricia on 02-Mar-2025An absolutely fantastic cottage." Very warm and comfortable. Lots of information and ideas for places to visit from Sarah as my son has mobility issues. We enjoyed it so much we stayed for a 2nd week (luckily it was available). We cannot wait for our next visit. Thank you Sarah.
Warm and cosy
By A R on 23-Nov-2024Lovely cottage, well kitted out. Warm and cosy and in a great position.
Just what we were looking for
By Gill on 13-Sep-2024We very much enjoyed our stay at Fairoak. It's a comfortable, well equipped house right in the centre of Windermere. The rooms are all decent dimensions - larger than the photos suggest - and the high ceilings add to the sense of spaciousness. We were four adults and had plenty of room. The kitchen had everything we needed and there was ample hot water and powerful showers - essential after wet days on the fells! The check in arrangements were straightforward and we appreciated Sarah's help, prompt communication and flexibility throughout. If we were looking for a base in Windermere again we would definitely come back.
Delightful stay in the heart of Windermere
By Kathryn Mclean on 17-May-2024Lovely long weekend stay at Fairoak. Perfect location in the centre of Windermere but also very quiet even though town was busy. The house had everything we needed, was clean and spacious. Easily walkable down into Bowness. Spent a full day cruising around the lake getting off and on at Ambleside and Lakeside. Lots of lovely places to eat and drink, we dined at San Pietro which was superb!
Birthday Break in the Lakes
By Mark McCaffrey on 10-May-2024Very pleased with the house we stayed in. It was steps away Windermere town and everything it had to offer. It was clean, tidy and comfortable. The only two complaints we had were the beds being too soft (this is a personal preference and not a reflection on the quality of the furniture) and the strange macerator toilet in the en-suite. It was very strange using a square toilet seat! It was the wrong shape for my bum! I would recommend this location to anyone. Sarah, the owner is charming and friendly. For a week in the Lakes, you can't ask for more. Mark McCaffrey
Comfortable cottage, great location
By Peter W on 04-Apr-2024A warm, well equipped property, within easy access to Windermere and beyond.
Prices
| February 2025 | Per week | 480 |
| February | Half term week | 580 |
| March | Per week | 490 |
| March 29th to April 10th | Per week | 560 ( 5% discount for NHS ) |
| April 11th to April 25th | Per week | 760 |
| April 25th to May 23rd | Per week | 560 |
| May 23rd to May 30th | May Bank Holiday | 850 |
| May 30th till July 4th | Per week | £630 |
| July 4th to July 18th | Per week | 690 |
| July 18th to August 29th | Per week | 890 ( 5% discount for NHS ) |
| August 30th to end September | Per week | 590 ( 5% discount for NHS ) |
| Sept 27th to end October | Per week | 590 |
| November | Per week | 490 |
| December | Per week | 490 |
| Christmas | by arrangement | |
| Short breaks weekend 3 nights | From £440 | |
| Short breaks midweek 3 or 4 nights | From £440 | |
| Flexible short breaks - please enquire |