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Lily Cottage, Windermere

Guest Rating
Rating
4.8
out of 5
Guest Rating
Rating
4.8
out of 5
Sleeps up to 6
Hot Tub
Bedrooms: 3

Lily Cottage is a three-storey terrace holiday home in the heart of Windermere, Cumbria. This Lake District National Park property sleeps six guests across three well-appointed bedrooms. The location puts you within walking distance of Windermere High Street and just 15 minutes from the lake cruises.

Windermere offers excellent access to the Lake District's most popular spots. Ambleside sits 5 miles away. Bowness provides shops and restaurants within easy reach. The area serves as an ideal base for exploring the national park.

The cottage features one king-size bedroom with a plush armchair on the first floor, plus two double bedrooms. Two shower rooms include walk-in showers and heated towel rails.

 

About Lily Cottage

Lily Cottage is a three-storey terrace holiday home in the heart of Windermere, Cumbria. This Lake District National Park property sleeps six guests across three well-appointed bedrooms. The location puts you within walking distance of Windermere High Street and just 15 minutes from the lake cruises.

Windermere offers excellent access to the Lake District's most popular spots. Ambleside sits 5 miles away. Bowness provides shops and restaurants within easy reach. The area serves as an ideal base for exploring the national park.

The cottage features one king-size bedroom with a plush armchair on the first floor, plus two double bedrooms. Two shower rooms include walk-in showers and heated towel rails. The kitchen comes equipped with an electric oven, induction hob, microwave, fridge with ice box, slimline dishwasher, washing machine and air fryer. Gas central heating and an open fire keep you warm.

The World of Beatrix Potter (1.2 miles, 5 minutes), Windermere Jetty Museum (1 mile, 4 minutes), Blackwell Arts and Crafts House (2.3 miles, 8 minutes) and Brockhole on Windermere (3.1 miles, 10 minutes) offer fantastic days out.

Lily Cottage suits families and groups wanting a well-equipped Lake District base with unrestricted roadside parking and excellent local amenities.

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Lily Cottage Attractions & Days Out

Explore the wonderful attractions and activities surrounding Lily Cottage during your stay. Find the best places to visit and things to do in the local area, all conveniently organised by distance and type. Charming villages to lively and exciting attractions - there's something for everyone to enjoy. Browse through our categories including attractions, walks & outdoor activities, shopping destinations and handy tips on getting around. Plan your perfect day out. Whether you're looking for family fun, romantic experiences, or pet-friendly adventures, this cottage provides an ideal base to explore Cumbria's fantastic days out. Click on any attraction for more detailed information including address, opening times and visitor tips.

The World of Beatrix Potter
Distance: 1.2 miles
LA23 1LB
Windermere Jetty Museum
Distance: 1 mile
LA23 1BN
Blackwell Arts and Crafts House
Distance: 2.3 miles
LA23 3JT
Orrest Head Viewpoint
Distance: 0.8 miles
LA23 1LA
Fell Foot Park
Distance: 4.2 miles
LA12 8NN
Queen's Park Windermere
Distance: 0.3 miles
LA23 2BY
Booths Supermarket
Distance: 0.2 miles
LA23 1DX
Sainsbury's Windermere
Distance: 0.3 miles
LA23 1BA
Windermere High Street Shops
Distance: 0.2 miles
LA23 1AF
Windermere Bus Station
Distance: 0.3 miles
LA23 1BA
Windermere Railway Station
Distance: 0.4 miles
LA23 1HF
Windermere Lake Cruises
Distance: 0.8 miles
LA23 1LB
The World of Beatrix Potter
Distance: 1.2 miles
LA23 1LB
Windermere Jetty Museum
Distance: 1 mile
LA23 1BN
Blackwell Arts and Crafts House
Distance: 2.3 miles
LA23 3JT
Orrest Head Viewpoint
Distance: 0.8 miles
LA23 1LA
Fell Foot Park
Distance: 4.2 miles
LA12 8NN
Queen's Park Windermere
Distance: 0.3 miles
LA23 2BY
Booths Supermarket
Distance: 0.2 miles
LA23 1DX
Sainsbury's Windermere
Distance: 0.3 miles
LA23 1BA
Windermere High Street Shops
Distance: 0.2 miles
LA23 1AF
Windermere Bus Station
Distance: 0.3 miles
LA23 1BA
Windermere Railway Station
Distance: 0.4 miles
LA23 1HF
Windermere Lake Cruises
Distance: 0.8 miles
LA23 1LB

Is Lily Cottage Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families
Lily Cottage provides a cot and highchair for younger children. The World of Beatrix Potter sits just 1.2 miles away with interactive exhibits. Queen's Park offers a play area within 0.3 miles. Windermere Lake Cruises provide boat trips that children enjoy. The cottage's three bedrooms give families space to spread out. Fell Foot Park has adventure playgrounds and lake access. The location allows easy access to numerous Lake District family attractions.
For Couples
This property isn't ideal for couples wanting an intimate retreat. The three-bedroom layout suits families or groups rather than romantic breaks. The central Windermere location means nearby activity rather than peaceful seclusion. Two couples could share comfortably but one bathroom sits downstairs through the kitchen. The open fire adds some atmosphere. Better options exist for couples wanting privacy and romance in the Lake District.
Pet Friendly
Lily Cottage does not accept pets. The owner occasionally brings their own pet to the property but guest animals are not permitted under any circumstances. If you're travelling with a dog, you'll need to find alternative accommodation in the Windermere area. Many other Lake District cottages welcome pets, but this particular property maintains a strict no-pets policy for guest bookings throughout the year.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Lily Cottage

The Crafty Baa

Located 0.2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA23 1AF

Francine's Windermere

Located 0.3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA23 1DX

The Queen's Head

Located 0.4 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA23 1AY

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Lily Cottage

Does this cottage have a hot tub?
No, Lily Cottage does not have a hot tub. The property features two modern shower rooms with walk-in showers and heated towel rails instead.
Is it pet friendly?
No, pets are not permitted at Lily Cottage. The owner occasionally brings their own pet to stay at the property.
How many people does Lily Cottage sleep?
The cottage sleeps six guests across three bedrooms. There's one king-size room and two double bedrooms spread over the first and second floors.
What parking is available?
Unrestricted roadside parking is available directly outside the cottage. Guests consistently report finding spaces within a few metres of the property without difficulty.
What kitchen facilities are provided?
The kitchen includes an electric oven, induction hob, microwave, fridge with ice box, slimline dishwasher, washing machine and air fryer. Quality cookware, sharp knives and proper-sized mugs are all provided.
How far is it to Windermere town centre?
Windermere High Street is within easy walking distance of the cottage. It's approximately 15 minutes walk to the Windermere lake cruises and local shops.
Are towels and linen provided?
Yes, all bed linen and towels are included in the rental cost. You don't need to bring your own or pay extra for these items.
What attractions are nearby?
The World of Beatrix Potter is 1.2 miles away (5 minutes drive). Windermere Jetty Museum, Blackwell Arts and Crafts House and Brockhole on Windermere are all within 10 minutes by car.

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Lily Cottage Reviews

It was a lovely place to stay and next time we are up that way we would choose Lily Cottage again. Lovely host and a very nice cottage.
Michael
We spent a lovely few days staying a Lily Cottage at the end of October with our two sons. The cottage is really nicely furnished it actually surpassed our expectations from the photos was spacious and very well equipped with everything we could need. Its well located for both Windermere and Bowness, as well as being a good base for the wider lakes and we had no issues parking, always getting a spot within a few metres on the street. We very much enjoyed our stay and would happily return!
Denham
This is a very comfortable holiday home in a good location. Parking available outside the door more or less. Handy for both Windermere and Bowness. Decor was very nice and a well stocked kitchen in terms of glasses, plates etc. A coffee machine would be an added bonus, last few places we have booked has had one. Adrienne the owner contacted us prior to our stay, which was a nice touch and also very helpful. We had some excellent visits, there is a good bus service nearby so you can park up your car and avoid the expensive parking charges.
Comfortable and well equipped cottage on a quiet street, ideally located for Windermere, within easy reach of Grasmere and beyond. All you need for easy catering one of the few places we've found with decent sized mugs, sharp kitchen knives and a vegetable peeler our essentials!. Helpful and responsive host. Great to have easy parking outside. Near a play park and walks from the door. Good meal at The Brookside pub nearby. Overall a great place to stay.
I feel that there should be another bathroom upstairs, it would be a nuisance If there is 3 couples to keep going down stairs thru the kitchen to shower, this is mainly because I usually stay in cottages with onsuit, the cottage is very nice, i would say more for a family than mixed friends, so unfortunately I won't stay here again.
Pamela
Lovely cottage to stay in, not far from Windermere with a range of lovely shops and places to eat. Lovely boat rides in Ambleside which is not that far away. Adrienne responded quickly to any queries I had this contributed to how I rated our experience. I would recommend this cottage to others.
Lily Cottage is a lovely holiday home that had everything we needed for our Easter break. It is tastefully decorated and furnished throughout. Good communication from the owner and the location is 15 mins walk to Windermere cruises and local to pick up any shopping from Sainsburys & Booths shops. Would highly recommend this 5 holiday home. Thank you for sharing your holiday home with us, we thoroughly enjoyed our visit x
Fantastic stay at Lily Cottage. Very comfortable and clean with everything you would need for a family break. Plenty of parking and within a short walking distance to Windermere High Street. Great, friendly communication from Adrienne. Would love to stay again. Thank you.
Michael
My family had a great stay. The house is lovely and seemed bigger in person than the photos show. Very clean, great location and everything you would need. We would definitely stay here again.
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