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Snowflake Cottage, Windermere

Guest Rating
Rating
4.8
out of 5
Guest Rating
Rating
4.8
out of 5
Sleeps up to 6
Pets 1
Hot Tub
Bedrooms: 3

Snowflake Cottage is a Victorian mid-terrace house in Windermere, Cumbria. This three-storey property sleeps six guests and sits within walking distance of the town centre. The house features original Victorian details including bay windows and period features throughout.

Windermere offers immediate access to England's largest lake. The town provides shops and restaurants within a mile. Bowness-on-Windermere is a 15-minute walk away. Local bus services connect to the wider Lake District.

The accommodation includes three bedrooms across three floors. The first floor has a king-size bedroom and a double bedroom. Both share a bathroom with bath and walk-in rainfall shower.

 

About Snowflake Cottage

Snowflake Cottage is a Victorian mid-terrace house in Windermere, Cumbria. This three-storey property sleeps six guests and sits within walking distance of the town centre. The house features original Victorian details including bay windows and period features throughout.

Windermere offers immediate access to England's largest lake. The town provides shops and restaurants within a mile. Bowness-on-Windermere is a 15-minute walk away. Local bus services connect to the wider Lake District.

The accommodation includes three bedrooms across three floors. The first floor has a king-size bedroom and a double bedroom. Both share a bathroom with bath and walk-in rainfall shower. The second floor twin room has Velux windows and an en-suite bathroom with shower over bath. The kitchen contains an electric double oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, tumble dryer and dishwasher. Private parking for one car plus street parking permits are provided. The property has electric vehicle charging and welcomes one small to medium dog.

Windermere Jetty Museum (1.2 miles, 5 minutes), World of Beatrix Potter (1.5 miles, 6 minutes), Aquarium of the Lakes (3.8 miles, 10 minutes) and Go Ape Grizedale (9 miles, 20 minutes) offer family activities.

Snowflake Cottage suits families wanting a Lake District base with modern conveniences. The location allows car-free exploration of Windermere and Bowness.

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Snowflake Cottage Attractions & Days Out

Explore the wonderful attractions and activities surrounding Snowflake 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.

Windermere Jetty Museum
Distance: 1.2 miles
LA23 1BJ
World of Beatrix Potter
Distance: 1.5 miles
LA23 3BX
Aquarium of the Lakes
Distance: 3.8 miles
LA23 1LF
Orrest Head Viewpoint
Distance: 0.8 miles
LA23 1LA
Windermere Lakeside Path
Distance: 0.5 miles
LA23 1AF
Brant Fell
Distance: 1.8 miles
LA23 3AE
Windermere Village
Distance: 0.6 miles
LA23 1DY
Booths Supermarket
Distance: 0.7 miles
LA23 2AD
Bowness Shopping Centre
Distance: 1.3 miles
LA23 3HJ
Windermere Bus Station
Distance: 0.5 miles
LA23 1BA
Windermere Railway Station
Distance: 0.9 miles
LA23 1AR
Windermere Ferry
Distance: 2.1 miles
LA23 1LB
Windermere Jetty Museum
Distance: 1.2 miles
LA23 1BJ
World of Beatrix Potter
Distance: 1.5 miles
LA23 3BX
Aquarium of the Lakes
Distance: 3.8 miles
LA23 1LF
Orrest Head Viewpoint
Distance: 0.8 miles
LA23 1LA
Windermere Lakeside Path
Distance: 0.5 miles
LA23 1AF
Brant Fell
Distance: 1.8 miles
LA23 3AE
Windermere Village
Distance: 0.6 miles
LA23 1DY
Booths Supermarket
Distance: 0.7 miles
LA23 2AD
Bowness Shopping Centre
Distance: 1.3 miles
LA23 3HJ
Windermere Bus Station
Distance: 0.5 miles
LA23 1BA
Windermere Railway Station
Distance: 0.9 miles
LA23 1AR
Windermere Ferry
Distance: 2.1 miles
LA23 1LB

Is Snowflake Cottage Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families
Snowflake Cottage works well for families with children. The twin bedroom on the second floor has its own en-suite bathroom. Windermere Jetty Museum is 1.2 miles away. World of Beatrix Potter is 1.5 miles from the cottage. Aquarium of the Lakes is 3.8 miles away. Go Ape Grizedale offers treetop adventures 9 miles away. The lakeside is within walking distance for boat trips and water activities.
For Couples
This property suits couples wanting space and Victorian character. The king-size bedroom has a walk-in rainfall shower in the main bathroom. Windermere's restaurants and pubs are within walking distance. Lake Windermere offers romantic boat trips from nearby Bowness. The sitting room has three sofas and bay windows. Private parking means easy exploration of the Lake District. The location allows car-free evenings in Windermere and Bowness.
Pet Friendly
Snowflake Cottage welcomes one small to medium dog. The property has a courtyard for letting dogs out. Windermere Lakeside Path is half a mile away for dog walks. Brant Fell offers woodland walks 1.8 miles from the cottage. Local pubs in Windermere accept dogs. The Good Housekeeping bond of £250 applies. Street parking permits help when travelling with pets and equipment.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Snowflake Cottage

The Crafty Baa

Located 0.4 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA23 1DX

Francine's Restaurant

Located 0.5 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA23 1AF

The Lamplighter Dining Rooms

Located 0.6 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA23 1AF

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Snowflake Cottage

Does this cottage have a hot tub?
No, Snowflake Cottage does not have a hot tub. The property has two bathrooms with one featuring a walk-in rainfall shower and the other with a shower over bath.
Is it pet friendly?
Yes, one well-behaved small to medium dog is welcome at Snowflake Cottage. A Good Housekeeping bond of £250 applies to all bookings.
How many people does Snowflake Cottage sleep?
The property sleeps six guests across three bedrooms: a king-size, a double and a twin room. Two bathrooms serve all three bedrooms with one being en-suite to the twin room.
What parking is available?
One private off-road parking space is provided with the property. Street parking permits for a second vehicle are also included for guest use.
What facilities are in the kitchen?
The kitchen has an electric double oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, tumble dryer and dishwasher. All essential cookware and utensils are provided for self-catering.
How far is it to Windermere town centre?
Windermere town centre is a short walk from Snowflake Cottage, less than a mile away. Bowness-on-Windermere is approximately 15 minutes on foot from the property.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 4 PM on your arrival day. Check-out is by 10 AM on your departure day to allow time for cleaning before the next guests arrive.
Is WiFi included at the property?
Yes, broadband and WiFi are included at Snowflake Cottage. The property also has a Smart TV in the sitting room for guest entertainment.

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Snowflake Cottage Reviews

Nathalie
Beautiful cottwge, tastefully decorated, everything you need and having an off road parking space is so handy, fantastic location in the centre of Windermere. Would highly recommend.
Lorraine
We had a wonderful stay in Snowflake cottage with our two mini schnauzers. Its very clean, has gorgeous stylish decor, and is so conveniently located to all that Windermere offers. We reported an issue with the TV and someone came out to investigate the following day. You wont be disappointed if you book a stay here we hope to return soon x
Richard
We stayed for 4 weeks while having work done on our house and Snowflake Cottage was perfect. Had everything we needed, nice handy location, private parking plus a permit to park a second car on the street. Was nice and comfortable, like home from home. Thanks!
Really clean, comfortable and nicely furnished cottage in a great location. So much to do without needing to use the car, and private parking a real benefit too.
Lissette
The cottage is a bit old but feels comfortable. It was clean and we enjoyed the nice back yard. It is close to the pier and a walking trail by the river.
We enjoyed our stay at Snowflake Cottage. The house was warm, clean and comfortable and ideally placed to visit the Lakes whilst also conveniently situated close to plenty of places to eat out. The rear parking space and EV charging station was an added bonus and very beneficial. The only slight disappointment was no welcome pack of tea and biscuits despite a welcome card asking us to enjoy? Fortunately with a Coop at the end of the road that was quickly remedied and the tea cravings were satisfied We would definitely recommend Snowflake Cottage and be happy to stay again.
We loved our stay at the cottage. Lovely design and decoration. Great location, was only 5 mins walk from local shops and cafe. We were given a lovely bottle of fizz when we arrived. thank you very much!
Maxine
We used the bottom oven once and it did not seem to reach temperature. We were using it to keep food warm as opposed to cooking so it wasnt a big deal to us but thought we should make you aware.
Hi we have been using lakelovers for a few years now and have never had any ... Hi we have been using lakelovers for a few years now and have never had any problems till we visited snow flake cottage the location and cleanliness of cottage was spot on however we had problems with kitchen area cold tap was broken the shelf in fridge door was broken and fridge was iced up, the freezer did not work there was 2 broken plates in cuboard and several chipped glasses and there was only 5 forks this made our holiday very inconvenient for us but it did not spoil our holiday in Windermere cheers Ian
Lovely cottage in a great location. Nice to have a private parking space to the rear. Only negative was that the main bed was very low and a struggle to get out of after hiking the fells the day before, could be my age
We have just spent a wonderful few days at this delightful cottage. The location could not be better, and Snowflake offered everything we could have wished for. A tasteful, yet very cosy place, we instantly felt at home. Loved the additional bonus of a parking space and was spoilt for choice where to eat. We will be returning Anne & Martin
We had a great weekend in this wonderful cottage, that has everything you could need and more! It is very cosy and warm, with an electric fire in the living room. It is situated just a minutes walk from Windermere and all of its bars, restaurants and shops. It was great having a private car parking space at the back of the property, as the roads require a parking permit and are very busy. Overall a wonderful place to stay, definitely would recommend. Cant wait to return!
In addition to the feedback provided to Lakelovers on our first day, the property is in need of a maintenance and deep clean visit, also given our booking was for winter and the forecast was for freezing weather it was disappointing to find the heating set almost constantly to 8 degrees C, it was 24 hours before the property reached a comfortable temperature.
A beautifully presented house from which to enjoy Windermere and the surrounding area. The house had everything we needed for a short break between Christmas and New Year. Comfy beds and great to have a private parking space with direct access to the rear of the house. Appreciated the bottle left for us on arrival and we really hope to return. Steep stairs to the 2nd floor as mentioned in the listing. We couldnt get the bottom oven to heat up but we managed with the hob, top oven and microwave. We also enjoyed food from magic wok and the little chippy locally. Would recommend the pottery shop cafe too spent a happy couple of hours painting items which are to be posted home.
Snowflake Cottage is the perfect holiday home for the Lakes Beautifully decorated and furnished. with comfy beds and chairs, and a well equipped kitchen. Perfect to have a parking space as well as a visitors car pass, in case friends family visit. Locationwise is unbeatable, just a few metres walk to a train, bus, bars, restaurants and shops, as well as many walks in the South Lakes. Well definitely be back .. thank you so much
Angela
Thank you for letting us stay at your beautiful cottage at such short notice. This was due to an issue at another property we were staying at. Sykes did amazing at sorting us somewhere else so quickly. This cottage literally has everything you need for a comfortable and relaxing stay. Spotless clean with lovely fluffy towels and plenty of space for everyone to relax in. The cottage is located in a prime spot so close to the local shops and restaurants in Windermere. The parking space at the back was an added bonus if you come by car. I dont use my car here as we enjoy walking and using the local bus services, the bus stop is around the corner. We would definitely recommend this property and hope to return in the future.
Wow what can I say, this is such a lovely cottage. A lot bigger on the inside from what it looks outside, we were a family of five and had plenty of room, it may be a little cramped in the lounge if there are six of you. Bedrooms lovely, only a minor point, it would be nice if both bedrooms could be king size beds as the double is small if you are over 6 foot. Location is perfect everything you need on your doorstep. Would definitely recommend.
Lovely property in an ideal location close to all of Windermere's amenities. Very clean and tidy, and really wellpresented. Only issue we had was no access to BBC channels without logging into iPlayer on the smart TV in the lounge and login required to watch Channel 4 etc. via the TV apps, but that wasn't really detrimental to the property as a whole. Parking at the rear of the property was a real plus, given that Windermere town is often very busy and parking is at a premium. Have stayed in less appealing properties in and around Bowness and Windermere, and this one really stood out for all the right reasons. Spacious and roomy, with high ceilings and big bedrooms, and no less than 3 toilets over the 3 floors. Nothing bad to say about Snowflake Cottage at all. Worth the money and a great base for a family break in the Lake District.
Deirdre
Had a wonderful stay at Snowflake cottage, there was everything that we needed in the cottage except an ironing board . Great location ,very clean ,would definitely book again
Wonderful house, its home from home couldnt ask for more. It was very clean and had everything we needed. Its great having the parking space which is plenty big but can be tight manoeuvring into the lane between parked cars. Just a minute walk across the road to the coop and to the Main Street lots of coffee shops and restaurants, lovely ice cream shop no hills unlike Bowness which is a short drive, beautiful but full of tourists and bus trips of school kids. There is a little gravel area at the front of the house which was useful for my small dogs. Highly recommend and would definitely love to return.
Alison
Snowflake cottage is perfect for a stay in Windermere. Such a lovely cottage! Furnished to a very nice standard so nice for relaxing. Perfect location for shops and restaurants and a great base for heading out sightseeing or walking. The car park space is a real bonus! Park up and forget about your car. Very clean and comfortable. I would visit again!!
Samantha
Weve throughly enjoyed our stay at Snowflake Cottage. The house is beautifully decorated with ample space and the location is brilliant. No need to use the car once youve arrived as you have all you need on your doorstep. Looking to book again soon
Trevor
We had a really nice stay at Snowflake Cottage. The cottage is in an excellent location. Can't fault anything at all. Highly recommended
Lovely cottage. Perfect location.
Amazing cottage in a brilliant location We had a really enjoyable stay at Snowflake cottage. We found it to be immaculate, extremely comfortable, beautifully furnished & decorated and really well equipped. Its in an ideal location so close to the centre of Windermere, with a parking space at the back which is a huge benefit.
Absolutely lovely place to stay. Everything we needed, and loved the welcome pack, thank you. Never been to the Lakes before, will certainly be back and would not hesitate in recommending the cottage to my friends.
Very comfortable and in a great location. Lots of space, great to be able to park two cars and very convenient for shops, bars and buses.
What an amazing week staying at Snowflake Cottage. Beautiful decor, plenty of space, perfect base for being outdoors and everything had been thought about to make the stay as close to being at home as possible with added lakes and mountains nearby! Added bonus of parking and being dog friendly. In fact, it was one of the best holiday cottages we have ever stayed in as a family. Thank you.
An excellent and well presented property, in a good location for shops and public transport. We would love to return.
Lovely, well equipped property in an excellent location. Thoroughly recommend.
Stay was lovely. Loud neighbours and on busy road. Could not check 8n until 4pm but 3pm stated in confirmation.
We had a lovely week at Snowflake cottage, so nice being close to Windermere village centre with cafes, bars and shops. The cottage was lovely and comfortable with all we needed. When we had a problem with the property Sykes were very helpful and prompt in sorting it out as were the owners. The only thing on the website that wasn't clear is the parking. There is an off road parking space at the property as well as a permit to park on the road at the front, so room for two cars.
Stephen
Great cottage, well placed for hills, restaurants and bars, only a short distance to lake at Bowness on Windermere. Over the last few years we have been to many cottages and this is probably the best one we have been to, clean and well furnished. Coupe of minor areas for improvement, leaky tap in kitchen sink and small leak from sink in first bathroom bathroom. Would benefit from a gate in back garden to make it fully enclosed, otherwise perfect.
Lovely cottage in a great central location. No complaints about the cottage only suggestion would be a gate in the back garden so those guests with dogs can let them out securely. Other than that fabulous great to have a parking space and will definitely return to this cottage.
The cottage was ideal. It is of a very high standard and immaculate. The finishing's throughout are all of high quality.
Perfect cottage in perfect location with everything on our doorstep . Cottage is nice and roomy with three spacious bedrooms and the kids loved the top floor bedroom . Lovely lounge and dining room which we used every night and everything you could need is available in the kitchen . Everything is top notch and we wont hesitate to visit again
Great stay, great cottage and great location. We did lots of walks during our stay, arriving home tired at the end of the day to a very comfortable cottage with a brilliant, large bath. Loved the local bars and restaurants for a few enjoyable evenings out.
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