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Meadow Rue, Windermere

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4.8
out of 5
Guest Rating
Rating
4.8
out of 5
Cumbria » Windermere
Sleeps up to 3
Bedrooms: 2

Meadow Rue is a first-floor apartment in central Windermere, Cumbria. This well-appointed property sits in the heart of the Lake District National Park. You get designated parking for one car right on site.

The location puts you steps from Lake Windermere itself. Shops and eateries line the streets around you. Queen Adelaide's Hill and National Trust properties are within easy reach. Ambleside is 5 miles away. Kendal sits 8. 7 miles from your door.

The apartment sleeps 3 across two bedrooms. The double bedroom offers comfortable sleeping space. A single bedroom provides additional accommodation. The shower room features a walk-in shower with basin and WC. The kitchen includes an electric oven, halogen hob, microwave and fridge/freezer.

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About Meadow Rue

Meadow Rue is a first-floor apartment in central Windermere, Cumbria. This well-appointed property sits in the heart of the Lake District National Park. You get designated parking for one car right on site.

The location puts you steps from Lake Windermere itself. Shops and eateries line the streets around you. Queen Adelaide's Hill and National Trust properties are within easy reach. Ambleside is 5 miles away. Kendal sits 8.7 miles from your door.

The apartment sleeps 3 across two bedrooms. The double bedroom offers comfortable sleeping space. A single bedroom provides additional accommodation. The shower room features a walk-in shower with basin and WC. The kitchen includes an electric oven, halogen hob, microwave and fridge/freezer. A Smart TV and WiFi keep you connected. Electric central heating warms the space.

World of Beatrix Potter (1.2 miles, 5 minutes) brings stories to life. Wray Castle (5.8 miles, 15 minutes) offers lakeside walks. Brockhole on Windermere (3.1 miles, 10 minutes) provides gardens and activities. Grizedale Forest (8.4 miles, 20 minutes) features sculpture trails.

Central location with free parking makes Meadow Rue perfect for couples or small families exploring the Lakes.

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Meadow Rue Attractions & Days Out

Explore the wonderful attractions and activities surrounding Meadow Rue 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.

World of Beatrix Potter
Distance: 1.2 miles
LA23 1BX
Brockhole on Windermere
Distance: 3.1 miles
LA23 1LJ
Wray Castle
Distance: 5.8 miles
LA22 0JA
Queen Adelaide's Hill
Distance: 0.8 miles
LA23 1BA
Orrest Head
Distance: 1.1 miles
LA23 1LA
Brant Fell
Distance: 2.3 miles
LA23 3AE
Windermere Village
Distance: 0.1 miles
LA23 1AF
Booths Supermarket
Distance: 0.3 miles
LA23 1DG
Bowness-on-Windermere
Distance: 1.2 miles
LA23 3HJ
Windermere Bus Station
Distance: 0.2 miles
LA23 1BA
Windermere Railway Station
Distance: 0.5 miles
LA23 1AR
Windermere Lake Cruises
Distance: 1.3 miles
LA23 3HQ
World of Beatrix Potter
Distance: 1.2 miles
LA23 1BX
Brockhole on Windermere
Distance: 3.1 miles
LA23 1LJ
Wray Castle
Distance: 5.8 miles
LA22 0JA
Queen Adelaide's Hill
Distance: 0.8 miles
LA23 1BA
Orrest Head
Distance: 1.1 miles
LA23 1LA
Brant Fell
Distance: 2.3 miles
LA23 3AE
Windermere Village
Distance: 0.1 miles
LA23 1AF
Booths Supermarket
Distance: 0.3 miles
LA23 1DG
Bowness-on-Windermere
Distance: 1.2 miles
LA23 3HJ
Windermere Bus Station
Distance: 0.2 miles
LA23 1BA
Windermere Railway Station
Distance: 0.5 miles
LA23 1AR
Windermere Lake Cruises
Distance: 1.3 miles
LA23 3HQ

Is Meadow Rue Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families
The apartment works for families with one child given the single bedroom. World of Beatrix Potter (1.2 miles) brings beloved stories to life. Brockhole on Windermere (3.1 miles) offers adventure playgrounds and treetop nets. Lake cruises depart nearby. Grizedale Forest provides Go Ape activities. The 11 steps to access the first-floor apartment require supervision for younger children.
For Couples
The central location puts restaurants and pubs on your doorstep. Walk to Lake Windermere for sunset views. The comfortable double bed receives consistent praise from guests. Park views from the windows create peaceful mornings. Smart TV provides cosy evenings in. The designated parking removes stress from your arrival. Ambleside and Bowness offer romantic lakeside walks within easy driving distance.
Pet Friendly
Meadow Rue does not accept pets. The property maintains a strict no-pets policy for all bookings. If you're travelling with a dog, you'll need to find alternative accommodation in the Windermere area. Many other Lake District properties welcome pets, but this particular apartment is not one of them. The policy ensures the space remains suitable for guests with allergies.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Meadow Rue

The Crafty Baa

Located 0.2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA23 1AF

Francine's Restaurant

Located 0.1 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA23 1AF

Bandito Burrito

Located 0.2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA23 1DX

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Meadow Rue

Does this cottage have a hot tub?
No, Meadow Rue does not have a hot tub. The apartment focuses on providing excellent central location and modern amenities instead.
Is it pet friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at Meadow Rue. The property maintains a strict no-pets policy for all guests.
How many people does Meadow Rue sleep?
The apartment sleeps 3 guests across two bedrooms. One double bedroom and one single bedroom provide the sleeping arrangements.
What parking is available?
One designated parking space is included on-site. The space suits medium-sized cars but may be tight for larger SUVs.
How far is it to Lake Windermere?
Lake Windermere is within walking distance from the apartment. The central Windermere location means you can reach the lake in just a few minutes on foot.
Are there shops and restaurants nearby?
Windermere centre surrounds the apartment with shops, eateries and pubs. Everything you need is within a short walk from your door.
How do I access the apartment?
You'll climb 11 steps up a flight of stairs to reach the first-floor apartment. The entrance is accessed via communal areas within the building.
What's included in the kitchen?
The kitchen has an electric oven, halogen hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and dishwasher. All essential cooking equipment and utensils are provided for self-catering.

Meadow Rue Reviews

Pauline
We visit the Lake district every year and the booking at Meadow Rue first floor apartment, was very last minute as we usually stay in a cottage. We did not encounter any problems and the apartment surpassed our expectations in the design, comfort and cleanliness. We were delighted in the thoughtful extras and found the beds and sofa's to be incredibly comfortable. Loved the window seat overlooking the park and also the security of the apartment including secure parking behind a fobbed access gate. We had a lovely week in the beautiful lake district and the weather was kind to us all week. Would certainly recommend Meadow Rue. Thank you for having us.
Claire
Meadow Rue was a delight in every way, a beautifully appointed flat in an ideal location, cosy and warm with great attention to detail. Loved our stay and will be back.
Great visit over half term! Loved the location right in the centre of Windermere and the apartment was exactly as advertised. Perfect for the 3 of us. Front room and kitchen is actually bigger than it appears on the photos with a nice view over the park. Only criticism would be not being able to control the heating which annoying came on at 6am and made the rooms boiling!!
Rebecca
Booked this accommodation last minute so were fairly limited on choice for October half term. The accommodation is great and so well equipped and is in a great location to access Windermere and Bowness. Note that the parking space is quite small so if you have an SUV you may struggle slightly. We loved staying here and cant fault it.
Convenient and quiet location with an open view of a park to the front. The apartment was clean, comfortable and well equipped. We enjoyed our stay.
Well presented modern flat in great location for Windermere and surrounding area. Decor was creativally quirky and good level of kitchen utensils & equipment etc. Free car parking space is a great bonus in busy Windermere. Flat is on a quiet road off the main streets of the town and provides for an oasis of calm away from the busy shopping etc streets just minutes away. The communualstair areas within the block look a bit tired but presumably this is not in the control of the flat owner and, during our stay, there were no issues whatsoever from neighbours re noise etc.
We were happy we have stayed at Meadow Rue. It is a very clean comfortable place, cosy for sure. The location is superb, with the added bonus of a safe and secure parking space. We would recommend Meadow Rue for location, comfort and cleanliness. Thank you.
Graham
Meadow Rue is an extremely clean, modern and comfortable apartment right in the heart of Windermere. It has everything you would need. It even has its own secure parking space suitable for medium sized cars. It would have been nice to be able to control the heating which was preset by the owner.
Lovely apartment, cosy and comfortable. Well situated in Windermere would recommend Bandito Burito for a midday lunch. Great local walks, fabulous views over the park and easy access to the shops. Thank you for making this such a beautiful place.
What a beautiful and homely place. I loved seeing the Christmas decorations and tree, also the lovely ornaments and pictures on the wall. The bed was extremely comfortable making it difficult sometimes to get out of. This place was an amazing find, fantastic value and a real pleasure to stay in. Until next time...
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