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Silver Birches, Windermere

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4.9
out of 5
Guest Rating
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4.9
out of 5
Cumbria » Windermere
Sleeps up to 6
Pets 1
Hot Tub
Bedrooms: 3

Silver Birches is a modern three-bedroom bungalow in Windermere, Cumbria. This well-presented property sits just a short stroll from the town centre. The single-storey layout makes it practical for families and those with dogs. A private hot tub sits in the enclosed garden, perfect after days exploring the Lakes.

Windermere offers immediate access to shops and restaurants. Lake Windermere lies nearby for watersports and boat trips. Bowness is 1. 5 miles away. The quiet residential setting provides a peaceful base while keeping you close to everything.

The accommodation sleeps six across three bedrooms: one super king with luxury ensuite bathroom, one king size room and one flexible super king or twin room.

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About Silver Birches

Silver Birches is a modern three-bedroom bungalow in Windermere, Cumbria. This well-presented property sits just a short stroll from the town centre. The single-storey layout makes it practical for families and those with dogs. A private hot tub sits in the enclosed garden, perfect after days exploring the Lakes.

Windermere offers immediate access to shops and restaurants. Lake Windermere lies nearby for watersports and boat trips. Bowness is 1.5 miles away. The quiet residential setting provides a peaceful base while keeping you close to everything.

The accommodation sleeps six across three bedrooms: one super king with luxury ensuite bathroom, one king size room and one flexible super king or twin room. Two bathrooms serve the property. The kitchen features a double electric oven, five-ring gas hob and ice-making fridge freezer. A spacious utility room houses the washing machine, tumble dryer and air fryer. The lounge includes a coal effect gas fire and Smart TV. Private parking for two cars is provided.

Ambleside sits 5 miles north (15 minutes). Grizedale Forest Park offers mountain biking trails 8 miles away (20 minutes). The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction in Bowness is 1.5 miles distant (5 minutes). Hill Top, Beatrix Potter's farmhouse, is 4 miles away (12 minutes).

Silver Birches suits families with dogs and couples wanting Lakes access without remote locations. The combination of town proximity and outdoor space makes this bungalow a practical Lake District base.

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Silver Birches Attractions & Days Out

Explore the wonderful attractions and activities surrounding Silver Birches 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 Attraction
Distance: 1.5 miles
LA23 3BX
Hill Top (Beatrix Potter's House)
Distance: 4 miles
LA22 0LF
Windermere Lake Cruises
Distance: 1.8 miles
LA23 3HQ
Orrest Head Viewpoint
Distance: 1.2 miles
LA23 1LA
Grizedale Forest Park
Distance: 8 miles
LA22 0QJ
Stock Ghyll Force Waterfall
Distance: 5.5 miles
LA22 0EF
Booths Supermarket Windermere
Distance: 0.6 miles
LA23 1DX
Windermere Outdoor
Distance: 0.4 miles
LA23 1AF
The Cornish Bakery
Distance: 0.5 miles
LA23 1AF
Windermere Railway Station
Distance: 0.8 miles
LA23 1AF
Windermere Tourist Information
Distance: 0.5 miles
LA23 1DY
Windermere Library
Distance: 0.4 miles
LA23 2EG
The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction
Distance: 1.5 miles
LA23 3BX
Hill Top (Beatrix Potter's House)
Distance: 4 miles
LA22 0LF
Windermere Lake Cruises
Distance: 1.8 miles
LA23 3HQ
Orrest Head Viewpoint
Distance: 1.2 miles
LA23 1LA
Grizedale Forest Park
Distance: 8 miles
LA22 0QJ
Stock Ghyll Force Waterfall
Distance: 5.5 miles
LA22 0EF
Booths Supermarket Windermere
Distance: 0.6 miles
LA23 1DX
Windermere Outdoor
Distance: 0.4 miles
LA23 1AF
The Cornish Bakery
Distance: 0.5 miles
LA23 1AF
Windermere Railway Station
Distance: 0.8 miles
LA23 1AF
Windermere Tourist Information
Distance: 0.5 miles
LA23 1DY
Windermere Library
Distance: 0.4 miles
LA23 2EG

Is Silver Birches Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families
The single-storey layout keeps young children safely on one level. The secure garden provides outdoor play space without road access worries. A cot and highchair are available. Windermere offers easy access to The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction just 1.5 miles away. Lake Windermere provides boat trips and watersports. Grizedale Forest has Go Ape and cycling trails suitable for families.
For Couples
The private hot tub creates perfect evenings under the stars after Lake District walks. The super king bedroom with luxury ensuite bathroom provides a comfortable retreat. Gas fire and Smart TV make cosy nights in. Windermere's restaurants sit within walking distance. Lake cruises and scenic drives around Ambleside offer romantic days out. The quiet location balances peace with accessibility.
Pet Friendly
Silver Birches welcomes two dogs and provides excellent facilities for them. The enclosed back garden keeps dogs secure while they explore outdoors. The massive utility room offers dedicated space for drying muddy paws and storing leads and bowls. Windermere provides direct access to countless Lake District walking routes. The residential setting keeps dogs away from busy tourist areas.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Silver Birches

The Crafty Baa

Located 0.3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA23 1DU

Francine's Windermere

Located 0.4 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA23 1AF

The Lamplighter Dining Rooms

Located 0.5 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA23 1AF

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Silver Birches

Does this cottage have a hot tub?
Yes, Silver Birches has a private hot tub in the garden. The hot tub is well maintained and checked during your stay to ensure it remains in good working order.
Is it pet friendly?
Yes, up to two dogs are welcome at Silver Birches. The property features a secure enclosed garden and a large utility room ideal for dogs after muddy walks.
How many people does Silver Birches sleep?
The bungalow sleeps six guests across three bedrooms: one super king with ensuite, one king size and one super king or twin. Two bathrooms serve the property with modern facilities throughout.
What facilities are in the kitchen?
The kitchen includes a double electric oven, five-ring gas hob, large fridge freezer with ice maker, microwave and Tassimo coffee machine. The separate utility room houses a washing machine, tumble dryer and air fryer.
How far is it to Windermere town centre?
Windermere centre is less than ten minutes walk from Silver Birches. The quiet residential location keeps you close to shops, restaurants and amenities without being in the busy centre.
Is there parking at the property?
Yes, Silver Birches provides private parking for two cars on the drive. You won't need to worry about finding street parking when you return from days out.
What entertainment is available?
The lounge features a Smart TV with Ultra HD and Bluetooth soundbar. Broadband WiFi is provided throughout the property and a DAB radio sits in the utility room.
What's nearby for days out?
Bowness is 1.5 miles away with The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction. Ambleside sits 5 miles north while Grizedale Forest Park offers mountain biking 8 miles away with trails for all abilities.

Silver Birches Reviews

A very well maintained and facilitated property in an excellent location gave us a great base from which to enjoy the Lake District.
A very well maintained and facilitated property in an excellent location gave us a great base from which to enjoy the Lake District.
A very well maintained and facilitated property in an excellent location gave us a great base from which to enjoy the Lake District.
A very well maintained and facilitated property in an excellent location gave us a great base from which to enjoy the Lake District.
A very well maintained and facilitated property in an excellent location gave us a great base from which to enjoy the Lake District.
A very well maintained and facilitated property in an excellent location gave us a great base from which to enjoy the Lake District.
A very well maintained and facilitated property in an excellent location gave us a great base from which to enjoy the Lake District.
Andrew
This bungalow was a home from home. It was in a lovely quiet location really close to the centre of Windermere. The bungalow was well furnished, had everything you needed and was spotlessly clean. We would love to revisit this bungalow but noticed it is up for sale and no future bookings can be made on the website, such a shame but l understand the owners wishes.
Claire
Set in a lovely quiet, peaceful location and an 8 minute walk to the lovely town of Windermere. We had a wonderful stay at Silver Birches. The bungalow was a great size, very clean with literally everything we needed. The kitchen was really very well equipped. The garden was beautiful and private with a lovely hot tub. We arrived to a lovely bottle of bubbly and milk and biscuits. No negatives at all, the only suggestion would be a fan in the bedrooms. We highly recommend this lovely bungalow and would definitely return. Thank you!
Andrew Neil
Excellent accommodation, very spacious and clean and everything you need apart from bathsheets, so take your own if you use them. Hot tub could do with a roof over it, so it can still be used when raining. Excellent base for exploring from, visiting other places nearby. Would definitely book this property again. Highly recommend. We love Windermere
A very well maintained and facilitated property in an excellent location gave us a great base from which to enjoy the Lake District.
A very well maintained and facilitated property in an excellent location gave us a great base from which to enjoy the Lake District.
A very well maintained and facilitated property in an excellent location gave us a great base from which to enjoy the Lake District.
A very well maintained and facilitated property in an excellent location gave us a great base from which to enjoy the Lake District.
Denise
This bungalow is the best holiday property we have used. Beautifully laid out, immaculately clean, every dish you could ask for in the kitchen, high quality equipment. Been there twice and never disappointed. The hot tub at the end of a busy day is bliss. Garden spectacular. I cant use enough superlatives for this property.
A very well maintained and facilitated property in an excellent location gave us a great base from which to enjoy the Lake District.
A very well maintained and facilitated property in an excellent location gave us a great base from which to enjoy the Lake District.
A very well maintained and facilitated property in an excellent location gave us a great base from which to enjoy the Lake District.
A very well maintained and facilitated property in an excellent location gave us a great base from which to enjoy the Lake District.
A very well maintained and facilitated property in an excellent location gave us a great base from which to enjoy the Lake District.
A very well maintained and facilitated property in an excellent location gave us a great base from which to enjoy the Lake District.
A very well maintained and facilitated property in an excellent location gave us a great base from which to enjoy the Lake District.
A very well maintained and facilitated property in an excellent location gave us a great base from which to enjoy the Lake District.
The property was spotless on arrival. In a great quiet location just a short stroll into Windermere. The addition of the hot tub was really appreciated after hiking the fells. Great communication from the owners to allow us to drop our bags off early. Would highly recommended and already looking to rebook.
This property is first class. From the moment we arrived for our week in the Lake District, we felt at home. Great care had clearly been taken to ensure the property was spotlessly clean and warm on arrival. We really felt this was a home from home, kitchen wonderfully equipped, comfortable furnishings etc. There were some very thoughtful provisions too, such as gowns for the hot tub, this was a lovely touch. Id highly recommend Silver Birches to anyone!
A very well maintained and facilitated property in an excellent location gave us a great base from which to enjoy the Lake District.
A very well maintained and facilitated property in an excellent location gave us a great base from which to enjoy the Lake District.
A very well maintained and facilitated property in an excellent location gave us a great base from which to enjoy the Lake District.
A very well maintained and facilitated property in an excellent location gave us a great base from which to enjoy the Lake District.
A very well maintained and facilitated property in an excellent location gave us a great base from which to enjoy the Lake District.
A very well maintained and facilitated property in an excellent location gave us a great base from which to enjoy the Lake District.
A very well maintained and facilitated property in an excellent location gave us a great base from which to enjoy the Lake District.
A very well maintained and facilitated property in an excellent location gave us a great base from which to enjoy the Lake District.
A very well maintained and facilitated property in an excellent location gave us a great base from which to enjoy the Lake District.
A lovely house with plenty of space and really well located for accessing both Windermere and Bowness. The house was warm and cozy when we arrived, the hot tub good for 46 people. No issues with the house, it was our third time there, weve booked again for 2026
We had a wonderful time. Very clean very comfortable didnt want for anything. The hot tub was fantastic. Will definitely book again
Catherine
We stayed at Silver Birches as the 9th visitor after the property was first let as a holiday home about 7 years ago and had a fabulous holiday. Lovely quiet culdesac. Marvellous garden and hot tub. The kitchen was and still is the best equipped kitchen we have ever used in a holiday home and we have stayed in a lot of cottages over the years. But, we are aware that this property allows dogs, we don't have dogs and when we arrived the smell of dogs on the sofas 3 and the rug in front of the fire had a very strong dog odour. We vacuumed the rug and the carpet through the corridor through to the bedroom and filled the Dyson stick vacuum three time with dog hair. I know they allow dogs, but guests without dogs shouldn't have to clear dog hair up from previous guests. The smell to us was over powering. The bathroom, shower room, bedroom and kitchen were spotless. I think that some small changes to the cleaning regime would help.
Avril Lorinda
A fantastic house in a great location. Very comfy and spacious with walking distance to all amenities and dog walks on the doorstep. Everything you need is provided for a great break.
Really loved staying at Silver Birches. It was dark when we arrived but we were welcomed by blue fairy lights in the tree by the drive and once inside it was spacious and immaculate, even better than the listing suggested. Beds were soft but comfortable and in the morning we could appreciate the gorgeous, well kept garden and start to explore the local area. The kitchen had good space but my only ask would be a few extra things in the cupboards, namely a salad spinner, some newer nonstick frying pans and some sharper knives but there was plenty of quality glassware and crockery and cutlery. The induction hob was good and so much easier to clean than a gas hob and there was a big fridge freezer. The location was quiet and out of the way but an easy walk into Windermere and there are some paths to explore to get down to the lake or down to Bowness. It can be a little tricky to emerge into the main road as its so busy but there was always a gap eventually. Would happily stay here again.
Thomas
This was our 3rd visit to Silver Birches and we had already booked for 2026. As with previous visits the property was spotless on arrival with the bonus of a bottle of wine and milk. Our dog enjoyed the enclosed garden and as we were lucky with the weather we made great use of the hot tub and it was reassuring that it was checked during the week. The kitchen has everything you need for self catering and the beds were super comfortable. It is located in a quiet cul de sac but it is only a short 10 minute walk into Windermere village where there is a selection of dining choices including Cafe Italia which we have visited every year and has dog friendly al fresco dining. We recommend this property and look forward to more visits in the future.
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