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Period character house with stunning views of Lake Windermere

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Exterior
Interior
Smart TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Property grounds

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6167 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Pet-friendly

Explore the area

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Windermere, England
  • Ambleside Pier
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Lake Windermere
    ‪1 min drive‬
  • Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre
    ‪3 min drive‬

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Period character house with stunning views of Lake Windermere

Beautiful Lakeland house, situated in private gardens with ample private parking. Beautiful views of Lake Windermere, a 5 minute walk away and near to Waterhead with good pubs and restaurants.
Private garden with garden table,chairs and parasol.
The house sleeps 6 people (or 8 with sofa bed) with 2 super king sized bedrooms and a twin bedroom. One of the bedrooms is ensuite, with a shower. The other bedrooms share a modern family bathroom. There is a ground floor cloakroom with WC
We also have a sofa bed (ground floor) which can sleep 2 people. Travel cot also available.
During your stay at this holiday home, you're just a quick walk from Lake Windermere. You'll find features such as laundry facilities. Free WiFi and a kitchen are available in the holiday home.
  • The holiday home offers a kitchen, a washing machine and 2 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Amenities include laundry facilities and a car charging station
  • On-site recreation includes tennis courts
  • Steps from Lake Windermere and 11 minutes by car from Coniston Water
As a guest of Period character house with stunning views of Lake Windermere , you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Firepit
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • Up to 23 kg per pet

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property
  • Note from host: The hob and ovens must be cleaned before checkout

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Kayak
  • Tennis
  • Water sports equipment
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Hunting nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Spelunking nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,800 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Dogs welcome but must sleep in dog beds and strictly not allowed on the beds or furniture. Wet dogs must be towel dried before entering the house.
We do not supply wood for the fire and it must be cleaned after use as the cleaner doesn’t clean the fire
No outdoor shoes upstairs please. No children allowed around the pond area

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 (weight limit: 50 lb per pet)
  • Restrictions apply
  • For more information, you can reach out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: 2 dogs permitted. We have dogs on site, separatel

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Note from host: We can supply a travel cot , high chair and a pram

Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
No stags and hens but family celebrations allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The hob and ovens must be cleaned before checkout

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 6
Note from host: No stags and hens but family celebrations allowed
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

We should mention

  • To make arrangements for your pet, contact the property directly using the information on your booking confirmation.

Period character house with stunning views of Lake Windermere Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 31 out of 32 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 32 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 32 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 32 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Kent H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great stay. Just as advertised. Great hosts.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean R.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Location - Perfect for the Lake District

Property- fantastic. Many walks to forests/gardens/fells right from the property- Ferry to towns a 10 min walk. Grounds were charming- the kitchen is incredibly well kitted out for those who like to cook- very comfortable beds and the communication was great with the owners.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Laura K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful home and lovely hosts

This is a beautiful historical home that is close to town, with lovely hosts. We enjoyed our stay very much. The beds were very cozy and warm, the kitchen well appointed, and contacting the host was very easy. We would highly recommend this accommodation!
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helen G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful

Everything we needed was there. Clean and comfortable and in a fantastic spot.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gerald P.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lake District

The property owners are tremendous. Everything about staying at the house was special, including the dogs. WE were there over a bank holiday weekend. The traffic was awful and would recommend staying away from this area on major holidays.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trish W., Murfreesboro, TN

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful Home in a Beautiful Village

We loved everything about this house! The house is beautiful inside and out. The location is perfect and very walkable into Ambleside as well as down to the lake. David and Gillian are wonderful hosts too!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jayne C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stunning!

Such a beautiful place. Exceptional 😊.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Heather O., Cincinnati, OH, USA

Liked: Cleanliness

Very comfortable and fantastic views

We were a family of 4 + 2 grandparents. This rental served as a super base for exploring the lakes. The property was well stocked with everything we needed for cooking evening meals and we enjoyed playing the board games provided. We also used the fire pit and outdoor space dedicated for this unit. The beds were VERY comfortable! Thank you for a fabulous stay. We will be back!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

carole s.

Liked: Cleanliness

Superb family break

The property is amazing beautiful setting , characterful building excellent decor and facilities. Gillian was a a wonderful host helpful and friendly. The views of the lake stunning and walking straight into the fells from the back gate was so convenient. No need to use the car.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Judy J.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderful 5 night stay

Fabulous & so comfortable. Great walks nearby Loved it all Many thanks David & Gillian.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas D.

Liked: Cleanliness

CONSISTENT HIGH STANDARDS

We have stayed before in 2019 and found the house just as well presented and a pleasure to stay at There is no better location either Highly recommended
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Great short break

Gorgeous location with stunning views, this property has everything you need for a break away. We travelled as a group of 6 and found the check in very easy. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021

10/10 Excellent

Nick E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lake District stay

Nice location, property and friendly owner

10/10 Excellent

Melissa D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great location

Excellent location with exceptional views a short walk from the edge of Ambleside and very short walk from direct access to the lake. Loverly proportioned period buildings with high ceilings and that feeling of grandeur.

10/10 Excellent

Catherine R.

Liked: Cleanliness

The perfect holiday!

We had the best week at wansfell Holme, the house was perfect. We had plenty room for 6 adults and the house was immaculate. Couldn't be in a better location and Gillian and David were amazing hosts, and their three dogs made our holiday. Amazing views of both the lake and the mountains and with direct access to the fells and nearly direct access to the lake it was ideal. We will definitely be back! 5 stars
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic

Absolutely terrific stay! Thanks so much Gillian!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth P., London, UK

Liked: Cleanliness

Will be back

We loved our stay in this idyllic property and will be looking forward to coming back one day.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Raff M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Brilliant stay with firebds

Went away with 5 old school friends. Perfect location with the lake on your doorstep and Ambleside just a short stroll away. Gillian was incredibly helpful and on hand. Would 100% recommend

10/10 Excellent

Kevin E.

Liked: Cleanliness

January break

Beautiful property. Great location. Very friendly owner.

10/10 Excellent

Lesley G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful House

A wonderful NYE in a fantastic location. Beautiful property, would defonately stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

jackie M., San Francisco CA

Liked: Cleanliness

Mum's 90th birthday celebration

Perfect weekend away with family. Warm ,cozy and perfectly located by the lake, and Ambleside. Will return in the future.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Superb location and property

Best location you can have right on Lake Windermere and equidistant between Ambleside a Windermere towns The house is beautifully presented and modernised and has all amenities you would ever require Highly recommended
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

mike d.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonderfully comfortable

Easy to love Wansfell Holme and Gillian. Great stay, view and area. The bathroom on the upper floor was an experience worth paying for!

10/10 Excellent

andy p.

Liked: Cleanliness

perfect

Beautiful location. Gillian was extremely helpful
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

Hack B., London

Liked: Cleanliness

Great property and location!

Gillian was friendly and responded to inquiries very quickly. The property was superb in the best location. All bedrooms were specious! You won’t be disappointed!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019