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Pheasants Folly

(Ref. 1079690)

Windermere, Lake District Show on map

4.7

Sykes rating

  • 8 Guests

  • 4 Bedrooms

  • 3 Bathrooms

  • Pets: Yes

Features

  • Off road parking
  • Open fire
  • Garden / Patio
  • Cot available
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

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21 Customer Reviews

  • "Although overall the 4 of us enjoyed our stay at Pheasants Folly and felt comfortable in the main, there were many things that were not to the standard we expected."

    As regular users of Sykes we always look for something special, with quality furnishings and luxury facilities, but despite the description and photos suggesting that was what we would get, there were numerous disappointments. Upon our arrival the first impressions of the paintwork on the exterior of the property were of it being run down. (I do have photos of this) The garden was largely inaccessible with no parasols to screen us from the sun, so were unable to make use of the outdoor seating area as we had planned. The loose slabs, tired pots and borders made the garden look uncared for. We were not told about the building work going on next door and the constant loud noise we would hear every week day . Although builders were very cooperative when we asked them to move their vehicles from our drive to enable access to our premises, there was never any apology or prior notification of the inconvenience, disruption & noise from the grounds of the property next door. The shower doors in both en suites did not fit/close so water escaped. The bathroom floors were soaked and with poor/no ventilation there was an unpleasant smell in both rooms. The bedrooms were uncomfortably warm with no fans for cooling. Toilet roll holder hanging off the wall in one en-suite & towel holder hanging off the wall in downstairs cloakroom. Wall light not working in lounge, cushions, one sofa & throws were tired & well worn. Hallway “window seats” gave a miserable first impression. The kitchen utensils and oven trays were greasy. We had paid well in excess of £2000 for a week in early July & this is most definitely not the level we would have expected for that price range. We did make several attempts to phone Sykes at the beginning of the holiday to express our concerns but unfortunately never managed to get through to speak to anyone. It was such a shame to be so disappointed over so many aspects of our much anticipated holiday accommodation.

    Reviewed by Margaret3.4★Jul 2025

  • "Lovely house with fantastic views of Windermere Great family holiday"

    Reviewed by Katharine4.7★Jul 2025

  • "Such a beautiful property with amazing views."

    We absolutely loved our stay here and would definitely recommend! The house is decorated and furnished beautifully and we all felt super comfortable. The house was very clean but the only downside side was a few of the pots were dirty so we popped them in the dishwasher to be cleaned. I would also say there weren't enough sharp knives when cooking with there being only one. It would be beneficial for there to be a knife set and also a bread knife. However this wouldnt prevent us from staying again! Again we were so pleased with the property and it more than met our expectations.

    Thank you for your feedback. We are sorry to hear you could not locate the knife set, this is on the kitchen counter with a bread knife. We are delighted to hear of how much you enjoyed Pheasants Folly and that you will be looking to return. Many thanks once again for taking the time to review your stay. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Beth4.4★May 2025

  • "We’ve had a wonderful week at Pheasants Folly for my birthday."

    The property is beautiful and the views absolutely stunning. We saw daily changes in the view over lake Windermere from snow to mist and glorious sunshine. Fully equipped kitchen -even an electric whisk- we were able to bake ready for the Bake Off final. Some wood was available so we were able to light the fire on the snowy day and watch a Christmas movie. Games room is lovely with spectacular views and wildlife. We even saw a wood pecker. Easy reach to a wonderful spa, a nature reserve, lake side walks and Windermere town. Gilpin restaurant and lakeside was very close by too for afternoon tea. We all really enjoyed our stay. 3 generations together and we all felt very comfortable. Thank you! X

    Reviewed by Kate5.0★Nov 2024

  • "Had a lovely stay at Pheasants Folly, thank you."

    Size of property great for a family trip away and the views are spectacular. Comfy beds and so much space for us all. Feedback would be that the summer house needs repairing asap as there were broken panes of glass lying around which was not good with small child and dog. Also dishwasher is extremely small given size of property! Bin collection didn’t happen as stated and only one bin outside. But overall a lovely stay and would recommend.

    Reviewed by Mary4.7★Oct 2024

  • "House was lovely."

    The pool/air hockey table went down a treat. Great space for all with wonderful views.

    Reviewed by Graeme5.0★Oct 2024

  • "Pheasants Folly has an excellent location with fabulous views."

    The house was clean and well presented with a well equipped kitchen. The cupboards were completely bare, not even a tea bag. One shower leaked.

    Reviewed by Roger4.1★Sep 2024

  • "Wow, what an amazing place!"

    We really enjoyed our stay here and would definitely book again in the future! Everything you need for a nice relaxing holiday is here. Many thanks

    Reviewed by Liam5.0★Aug 2024

  • "Lovely holiday home in an excellent location for exploring the Lake District."

    House as described and has everything you would need for your stay. Would definitely recommend this holiday home

    Reviewed by James5.0★Aug 2024

  • "Great stay, lovely base to explore the area Lovely property kept warm and gardens well maintained."

    The premises is ECO friendly for chemicals so would have liked to know that ahead of time as we had to go to booths to get some new dishwasher tablets

    Reviewed by Neil4.7★Jul 2024

  • "Absolutely loved Pheasants Folly - we instantly felt relaxed!"

    The view & surroundings were even more wonderful than we expected. Our favourite room was the sun room, but we found all the rooms to be comfortable & to have everything we needed. We had a Tesco delivery on our first night & the kitchen had everything we needed to store and cook our favourite meals. The bath filled with steaming hot water extremely quickly & the towels were lovely & large (perfect after an afternoon Ghyll Scrambling). The bedrooms all had seating areas to enjoy the stunning views & the beds were very comfortable (and huge!). Plenty of storage everywhere and we absolutely loved the decor & furnishings. We enjoyed the pool table - maybe some board games provided would be a plus? We enjoyed the daily fly past of the jets over the lake at the perfect height to watch them through the picture windows - fantastic!

    Thank you for your lovely feedback. We are pleased that you enjoyed your stay at Pheasants Folly, and the views! It sounds like you had a lovely stay. Further to your comment about the board games: there should be some games in a cupboard in the breakfast room. We will ask our Property Services Team to check that they are still there. We hope to welcome you again. The Lakelovers Owner Relations Team Property Owner

    Reviewed by Claire5.0★Jun 2024

  • "A beautiful property with fabulous views out of each bedroom window."

    A real bonus having the pool table and air hockey. Would stay here again every time

    Reviewed by Peter5.0★May 2024

  • "Beautiful house, very clean and fabulous views."

    We had a lovely stay, thank you very much :)

    Reviewed by Jan5.0★Apr 2024

  • "It was perfect for our family get together."

    The property was beautiful and so tastefully decorated. We had two young children with us who didn't want to go out and happy playing in the snug and games room. I would definitely recommend

    Reviewed by Judith5.0★Mar 2024

  • "A stunning home over Windermere with beautiful views of the lake."

    A warm welcoming home with great amenities which was perfect for a February holiday. The modern interior with 4 gorgeous bedrooms made us settle in very quickly. The cosey living room and amazing extension was simply perfect. Already booked out next stay.

    Reviewed by Gary5.0★Feb 2024

  • "Lovely house in a great location with wonderful views."

    Everything we needed in the kitchen including big pans, blender and weighing scales! The beds were incredibly comfortable. We’d love to return.

    Thank you for your feedback. We are glad that you enjoyed your stay and all that the property has to offer. Lakelovers Owner Team Property Owner

    Reviewed by Alison4.7★Jan 2024

  • "Amazing house for family holiday."

    Amazing views and well equipped.

    Thank you for your kind comments, we are so pleased to hear that you had a great stay! We hope to welcome you again. The Lakelovers Owner Relations Team Property Owner

    Reviewed by Pawel5.0★May 2023

  • "A wonderful cottage with excellent facilities and fabulous views!"

    Thank you for the kind comments. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay and the views! We hope to welcome you back. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Emma5.0★Apr 2023

  • "Amazing holiday home, would definitely recommend and visit again!"

    Thank you for your kind comments. It is so lovely to hear that you enjoyed your stay. We hope to welcome you back. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Reiya5.0★Mar 2023

  • "We had a lovely time at the Pheasants Folly."

    The views were just stunning. Beautiful house, very clean with all necessities. We loved the pool table.

    Thank you for your kind feedback. We are so glad to hear that you enjoyed your visit, and the pool table! We hope to welcome you back again. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Isabelle5.0★Feb 2023

  • "We couldn’t have asked for more at pheasants folley."

    We did not want to leave. Great views, very spacious, extremely clean and comfortable - everything was spot on.

    Reviewed by Leanne5.0★Feb 2023

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Summary

  • Four bedrooms: 1 x super-king-size with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x king-size (zip/link, can be twin on request) with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x king-size, 1 x super-king-size (zip/link, can be twin on request) with snug off
  • Bathroom with bath, basin and WC
  • Cloakroom with basin and WC
  • Kitchen
  • Utility
  • Dining/games room with air hockey/pool table
  • Sitting room with woodburning stove
  • Central heating and underfloor heating
  • Electric range cooker with double electric oven and 5-ring hob, cafetiere, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer
  • 3 x Smart TV, soundbar, WiFi
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Hairdryer provided
  • Off-road parking for 3 cars
  • Patio garden with furniture
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • 2 well-behaved dogs accepted but please note that the garden is not secure
  • Shop 4.1 miles, pub 3.9 miles
  • Note: Not suitable for those with limited mobility
  • Note: Check-in 4pm, check-out 10am

The property

Windermere 5.4 miles.

Enjoying an elevated, hillside position, on the eastern shores of Lake Windermere, lies this detached, Lakeland home, Pheasants Folly.

Affording glorious views over Lake Windermere, Pheasants Folly is an exceptional place to call home whilst adventuring in the Lakelands.

After a day of wandering the streets of Windermere, kick off your shoes in the entrance porch and discover the lounge, finished with stylish wallpaper and art along with plush seating, a woodburning stove and a Smart TV with soundbar for entertainment.

Carry the conversation over to the kitchen, dominated by the range cooker with electric double oven and 5-ring hob, use this mighty appliance to rustle up a feast for all, before serving it in the light and airy dining room, complete with a panoramic lake view.

Also in this space rests an air hockey/pool table, providing hours of entertainment on rainy days.

Locate the utility room for your laundry facilities, housing a washing machine and tumble dryer, whilst the snug provides a quiet spot to read.

Whisk away upstairs and choose from four wonderful bedrooms; there is a super-king-size bed with en-suite shower, a super-king-size with TV, a king-size with en-suite shower and a further king-size, all with stunning views of the lake.

Awaken from a leisurely slumber with a refresh in the bathroom.

During the summer months, take advantage of the large, sloping garden, with a patio space housing outdoor furniture that is perfect for alfresco dining. Hop in the car and head into Windermere, home to a plethora of amenities; give the chef a break by ordering a local takeaway, or venture into the town to dine at one of the many restaurants, perhaps at Francine’s for some fresh seafood or the Gilpin Spice for some continental Asian dishes.

Test your golf swing at Windermere Golf club ahead of spending the afternoon at The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction where modern displays are dedicated to the famed children’s author; travel to Ambleside where her former home, National Trust owned Hill Top, can be discovered.

Hop aboard a traditional steamer and view the setting from a different perspective, before getting off at Ambleside and ascending to the summit of Claife Heights, rewarded with far-reaching vistas.

Whisk away the whole family for a special break at Pheasants Folly.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £350.

Where you’ll be staying

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WINDERMERE

Ambleside 5 miles; Kendal 8.7 miles.

The twin towns of Bowness and Windermere are both vibrant, fun-filled places set within the splendid scenery of the Lake District. Both towns provide a range of amenities, shops and restaurants to suit all tastes whilst Ambleside offers the additional attraction of a boat ride to Bowness, the Lakeside Aquarium and Beatrix Potter's 'Hill Top House' at Sawrey. Grizedale Forest Park is within easy driving distance and is home to a range of activities including many good walks, mountain biking and the 'Go Ape' adventure park. The region also boasts many National Trust properties as well as a variety of water sports for those who prefer a more adrenaline-fuelled trip. Children will enjoy a trip to the 'World of Beatrix Potter' in Bowness whilst the villages of Grasmere, Coniston Water, Kendal, Keswick and the Lakeland Mountains are all within easy reach.

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The garden is not pet proof

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas
Flexible cancellation terms

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