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Discover what previous guests loved about Little Herdwick through our collection of verified reviews. These firsthand accounts showcase the memorable experiences and special moments that make staying at this hot tub cottage truly exceptional. Have you stayed with us at Little Herdwick? We'd love to hear about your experience! Please take a moment to share your thoughts and help future guests make their decision. Your feedback is invaluable to us and helps us continue providing the best possible experience. Join our community of satisfied guests.

Melanie
I visit the Lake District regularly for an escape from city life and this is without doubt the most beautiful cottage I have stayed in yet. Beautifully furnished, clean and very convenient for Windermere village. Thank you to the owners for such a wonderful experience.
We loved our stay at Little Herdwick, the location is fantastic, right in the heart of Windermere and walking distance to Bowness and other walking routes. The house is so cozy and has all the facilities you need for a great stay.
Zephyrina
House is beautiful, just off the main road, everything on the door step This is ... House is beautiful, just off the main road, everything on the door step This is the 2nd time we have stayed and we will book again Look forward to returning
A lovely little cottage right in the heart of Windermere, some places you go to look nothing like the promo photos this one looks exactly like them.
6th time at Little Herdwick. I think that says it all, however, this property suits our needs exceptionally well. Location is excellent, facilities and overall cleanliness superb, home from home. Looking forward to a return in 2026, fingers crossed
We had a great week in the cottage , very clean & well presented on arrival , comfortable throughout our stay , The second double bedroom is a small double against wall , more difficult for larger & older guests staying , Overall we loved cottage & location is so handy , but on a quiet street . Parking was no problem.
Little Herdwick exceeded our expectations. It is a beautifully furnished and welcoming cottage. The welcome pack was such a lovely touch too. The cottage had everything needed for a relaxing holiday and its central location and parking permit a real bonus. I would definitely stay there again and highly recommend it.
Tracey Anne
This is a cosy cottage in an excellent location for Windermere or walking around the area down to Bowness. The parking permit was great and made our stay much easier. Everything was clean and wellmaintained and crockery cooking items were wellstocked. The main bedroom is a good size the second double is small but adequate for a few days. I would recommend this property.
We had a lovely time on holiday made super special by the lovely cottage, which we choose for our accommodation for the week. It was clean and comfortable, and we were made to feel at home and very welcome. It is ideally situated in Windermere. Parking was easy. I can highly recommend.
Claire
Woweee, Little Herdwick is an amazing property, situated in such an ideal location. As said previously, it is far from little, offering spacious living. We felt right at home as soon as we walked in. Lovely welcome pack which was such an appreciated bonus. Quality of fixtures & fittings had been well thought out & everywhere smelt positively clean & fresh. For us parking was not a problem, although we were blessed with fantastic weather & barely used the car! Top quality accommodation in a beautiful part of the country. Would highly recommend x.
Debbie
Beautiful house. Third time staying there and it did not disappoint.
We had a brilliant stay at Little Herdwick. Like many other reviews, its worth calling out that theres nothing little about it! The open plan design works so well, and the house is just great overall with absolutely everything you could want or need. The welcome basket was a real unexpected bonus and the contents were very generous. The propertys location is amazing and meant that we didnt have to touch the car from the minute we parked it until it was time to leave. Which was our intention and Little Herdwick helped achieve it. The neighbourhood is quiet, yet literally a stones through to the very centre of Windermere. We managed to walk to BownessonWindermere in 20 minutes, too. Like so many others we have found a definite favourite in Little Herdwick and are already planning our next trips! Thank you
Connie
Amazing cottage equipped with all the comforts one would find at home. The place is kept spotlessly clean and everything in the house is top notch. No expense was spared. Loved the furnishings and house decor especially the Little Herdwicks
Perfect cottage, images dont do it justice. Much bigger in person but still has a warm cosy vibe
A beautiful home in an amazing location. The home was beautifully decorated, extremely clean and had everything you could possibly need. The only downside was getting parked at times however this would not stop us returning.
5th time here and never disappoints. Always look forward to going to Little Herdwick and it now feels like home from home. The welcome pack is full of goodies, which is a really nice touch. Hopefully, we shall return again next year.
Lindsay
The property was lovely, as described and very comfortable. It is tucked away in Windermere so close to everything and a two mins walk from the heart, but away from most traffic. We had a slight hiccup at the beginning and the owner phoned directly to ensure everything went smoothly. We appreciated the call and they are obviously on the ball. Would highly recommend!
Amazing location, fantastic property that was furnished to a very high standard. We really enjoyed our time here! We had some troubles with the boiler during our stay, which was sorted within a couple hours! Highly recommend to anyone looking for a comfortable base to explore the lakes
Judith Elizabeth
Little Herdwick is a lovely property. It was very clean, spacious and comfortable with everything you might need for a great holiday. The bed is one of the most comfortable I have slept in in a holiday home. The 'Box of Treats' was a lovely surprise. Thank you. The location is perfect. We were able to park opposite the property and didn't use the car again until we went home. The bus service around the Lakes is excellent. We will return.
Really nice stay again at Little Herdwick. This is our 4th stay at this property and it never disappoints . Always spotlessly clean and the decor is great! We continue to recommend and will come again soon!
Shirley Ann
Lovely comfortable cottage set in the centre of Windermere, nice walk down to Bowness. Everything we needed, we stayed 2 nights. We had a tiny baby, parents and grandparents, access for pram was easier through backdoor. Welcome pack of drinks and snacks was a nice gesture. We would definitely return.
Absolutely amazing cottage. Spotlessly clean and gorgeous interior. The welcome box was a lovely touch. Thank you so much. The location was perfect as well. Would definitely come back again.
We enjoyed our stay thoroughly and would recommend. The cottage is in a perfect local, just a few minutes walk from Windermere train station and central location in town. Everything was immaculate. The welcome basket was a lovely touch and much appreciated!
There was nothing wrong with the cottage itself, the location was great, decor was lovely, everything you can think of provided, the welcome basket was a nice touch. The only thing that spoilt it a bit was the fact there are no curtains or blackout blinds in the bedrooms, which meant you were woken up at the crack of dawn, more so in the front bedroom. Were not the first to comment on this, it has been mentioned in previous reviews and unfortunately the reason we wouldnt come again.
Lovely cottage perfectly positioned for holiday guests using public transport. we liked the uncluttered feel of the cottage, which makes it easier to keep clean, although a brush to sweep the patio would be useful. We will definitely be booking again.
Beautiful property, as described and right in the heart of Windermere. We had a lovely stay and would highly recommend. The only thing we would change is that there were no recycling facilities we ended up taking a large bag of plastic, cardboard etc home with us.
Lovely house 2 minutes from the shops and restaurants etc. easy parking right outside the door. Fantastic view of the Lake from Orrest Head. Walks from the door, great week.
Eugene
Great location, the house was really nice and tidy, the welcome pack was excellent and the information guide was of great value. All appliances worked well and we had no issues. The fireplace was a, excellent feature as we played board games There is provided next to this.
Debbie
Absolutely fantastic stay! It was our second stay at Little Herdwick and it did not disappoint. Comfortable and well equipped. Fantastic location with beautiful restaurants and shops. Look forward to visiting again next year.
Harriet
Little Herdwick is a lovely place to stay! It was absolutely spotless and very comfortable. The location is ideal as a base for exploring, easy to get to the bus stopstation and lots to do nearby. Thank you Andrea & Mark
Eleanor
A fabulous property with everything we needed. It was a great location in the centre of town, but on a nice quiet road.
Rebecca
This was our second Christmas in your lovely cottage and it did not disappoint. We looked forward to it all year and had a super week. The balance between traditional and modern within the property is spot on and we love the open plan living especially on Christmas Day when the children were playing and we were cooking. Its in a perfect location for walking to nearby Bowness, a short drive to Ambleside and there are some lovely National Trust locations nearby too. We can also recommend the Crafty Baa and Angel Inn for food and drinks and The Magic Wok Chinese take away. Thank you for another fab week! The Myers family
Beautiful cottage with everything you need for your stay. Excellent location. This was our second stay and we will return. Only feedback is that the bedroom blinds are not that effective at blocking light. This may not be an issue for most people and it did not bother us as it was November when we stayed. Little Herdwick is a delightful place to stay and we will return
An absolutely fabulous holiday home! Cosy, convenient, clean and all needs catered for. We thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. Many thanks
Home from home. We love Little Herdwick and will be back. Always enjoyable, see you next year.
Theresia
This is our second visit to the little Herdwick ,Warm and welcoming Spotless clean ,great location, everything you need with in walking distance would highly recommend it.
Lesley
Outstanding! Beautiful, clean, great location, would book Again in a heartbeat one of the best cottages I have ever stayed in. On arrival we received a wonderful welcome basket filled with snacks, soft drinks, beers and a bottle of Prosecco, there was hand soap at both sinks great touch, kitchen was supplied with fairy liquid, cloths and tea towel which again is a great touch. The log fire logs and kindling supplied in the living space was wonderful. The decor throughout was stunning and the house was sparkling clean. We loved this cottage thank you.
Lianne
Lovely property within a great location. Extremely clean and a lovely touch with the welcome pack provided. To comment on the parking, we only struggled on the day of arrival as we didnt arrive till 9pm, but found permit parking a short walk round the corner, there is also a big car park a short walk away that does overnight parking for 1. We didnt struggle the rest of the week at all! We very much enjoyed our stay and hope to return in the future!
Laraine
Well equipped. .Like most people and its only picky preferences, would like the main room to have curtainsblackout blind. Otherwise thank you for letting us stay in your beautiful house Laraine&Andrew
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