Ellerthwaite House

Lovely place for a break.

My only negative was the sofas for me were too low, as my husband had trouble getting up from them due to his age and back problems. Other than that I would definitely use Sykes cottages again.

Excellent stay

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Ellerthwaite House.

The property is in a great location with a short walk to Windermere town and amenities. It is a lovely large property and just as the photos showed. The bedrooms were all really nice and had great en-suites. The kitchen had everything you could possibly need and we had lovely family meals around the large dining room table. A couple of slight negative points : - As mentioned in the reviews the 4 settees are very low and the elder members did struggle to get up from them. - The hard floors could have been cleaner as my daughter’s socks were black within minutes. - There were utensils that were not clean and greasy. - Some of the plates and cups were not fully clean. That said we really enjoyed the house and I wanted this review to be totally honest.

Lovely accommodation for 6 adults.

Plenty of space to move around the kitchen and everyone to sit down to eat. Comfortable beds and showers were amazing with hot water for everyone. Well equipped kitchen. We never had any issues with parking the three cars. Perfect location for visiting the Lake District. Thank you for a wonderful stay. Couple of minor points: For 3 couples another set of keys would have been beneficial. Also the house didn’t feel secure with just one lock and the front porch not lockable so we didn’t want to leave any shoes there. One of the lights is out in the kitchen, only 1 large towel in the front bedroom had been left, a previous visitor had left a red bag under the bed and there was a pair of dirty socks in the attic room. We didn’t use the front lounge as it smelled of wet dogs. Also the radiator in the lounge hardly gave any heat so it was a cold room. Loved that there was cling film but previous folks must have struggled to use it as it was only coming off in parts. The outside bin hadn’t been emptied from the previous visitors so was already very full. We left it kerbside as instructed but it wasn’t collected so left it on the front path. Loved the salt and pepper but would have appreciated some cooking oil.

The property itself was immaculate and had everything we needed for our weekend break.

The property was spacious with three reception rooms and three ensuite bedrooms. It also had parking for two vehicles and plenty of on-road parking at the front. The centre of Windermere was right on our doorstep and the walk into Bowness took around 15 minutes. We were really impressed with the property and would definitely recommend it for a break in the lakes.

Our stay in Ellerthwaite house was an enjoyable one however as my husband and I are in our eighties we found the seating in both the snug and the lounge unsuitable for our age which spoilt our stay .

After I had booked the holiday last year I had seen that in other reviews given to the owners people had complained about the seating for the elderly and they were in their sixties!!!, Our daughter lives in Kendal and we live in Devon and we try to visit twice a year and rent a house large enough for us to stay but sadly due to the unsuitable seating for the older generation we would not use Ellerthwaite house again .

A lovely house with everything in it that was needed, plenty of room for 6 adults and a great location, would have been a nice touch to have a few logs for the log burner to get us going for our first evening.

Beautiful property in a lovely position within Windermere yet only 20min walk from Bowness.

Plenty of pubs and cafe/restaurants nearby. Car parking and an enclosed patio for our dogs . Thoroughly enjoyed from start to finish even with the down pours . Be back in the New Year .

Excellent comfy cottage.

Very conveniently located with ample parking. A real luxury to have all rooms en suite, plus loads of space to eat and relax. A few small maintenance issues: - top radiator needs to be bled as full of air in top bathroom - smart TV functionality lost on TV in the snug (couldn’t get it to see the WiFi) - dishwasher needs rinse aid + salt adding - various bulbs failed + overhead lights in kitchen all need correct LEDs fitting otherwise they flicker

The property was renovated in 2018, to a high standard.

It is a traditional Victorian style house, large enough to comfortably accommodate six guests. Because of the high quality of some of the art deco style light shades the rooms are very dark. The driveway of the house is quite narrow for medium sized vehicles. Road parking is at a premium due to the popularity of the area. The location is ideal for walking around the village of Windermere. The kitchen is so well equipped, could be used for professional catering purposes. Would be happy to book the property again!

Ellerthwaite House was everything we had hoped for and more!

Very close to the centre of Windermere so just a short stroll to the many restaurants and shops. The house was immaculately clean on arrival. All of the three double bedrooms had a comfortable bed and ensuite bathroom. The kitchen was very well equipped with everything you would require for home cooking if required. Overall a great choice for our family break in the lakes and we would definitely stay here on our next visit to the area.

Overall we were happy with the accommodation.

Location excellent - close to shops restaurants bars and cafes. Well served by local buses and within walking distance to Bowness-on-Windermere for ferry services. Kitchen was very well equipped with everything needed for a self-catering holiday.

This is a spacious house, with plenty of room for up to 6 guests.

The kitchen was excellent with all the equipment we needed, a large fridge/freezer, a 7 hob cooker, lots of side surfaces and an island. There were 2 full-sized dishwashers, one in the kitchen and one in the “butler’s pantry” next door. All of the 3 bedrooms had ensuite bathrooms. The snug television is huge! The bed we used was very comfortable and we slept well. Windermere is a surprisingly busy town for through traffic, but Ellerthwaite Rd was reasonably quiet (and we didn’t notice any excessive road noise). Cars park outside, but the house’s own parking area coped with our car, snuggly, and could have accommodated another behind it. It’s convenient for a short walk to the town centre, and for buses, and even the railway station (on top of quite a steep hill). Sainsbury’s and Co-op in the town centre, and Booths next to the station. It would be fair to warn anyone no longer young or fit (we’re in our 60s) that all the sofas were low-lying, and while comfortable to sit in, they were sometimes a struggle to get out of for anyone with bad knees. Also, we found several of the lamp shades acted to make the bedroom and living rooms dark, even when the adjustable lighting was set to maximum brightness – reading in the evening and in bed could be difficult except at the dining table (on dining chairs). The bin scheme (everything goes in one bin and is then sorted by the collecting company) was a dream from which we’re sad to awaken. I’d have said that young people looking for a handy base for touring would love this. Oldies like us had to compromise a bit too much with some dim lighting, and low-slung sofas, and it would help to emphasise this aspect, if it’s set to stay this way.

Overall this cottage is excellent.

Very well equipped and a first class location. Very confortable beds and great showers. Loads of of space and dog friendly. If I had one very minor criticism it would be that the sofas are a bit flat so not the most comfortable. That said we had such wonderful weather that we were out more than in.

Absolutely loved our stay at Ellerthwaite House.

The house was so clean and very homely. The beds were so comfy and were very much needed after a day exploring this beautiful part of the World! It was very well equipped and had everything we needed for our stay. The dogs loved the back garden and enjoyed us having the patio doors open whilst we played games at the dining table in the evening. Perfect location with plenty of eateries, pubs and walks. Can highly recommend Tilly’s, the food was lovely and the dogs were made very welcome! Such a lovely house we will definitely be back! Thank you for our delightful stay ❤️

Great position in Windemere and a great house.

Lovely and clean, great location, beds comfortable, well equipped kitchen.

Property was excellent & lived up to our expectations & more.

..the only thing (& it is really small!!) is perhaps cushions for the chairs outside. I know really picky, but we were fortunate to have amazing weather & they weren't the most comfortable to sit on/dine outside on. Other than that it was excellent with amazing facilities & well presented

What a lovely property in an excellent location.

Really well equipped kitchen ( though we just stuck with the kettle and toaster!) comfy beds, very good showers and a small enclosed courtyard which our little dog loved pottering around. The park opposite was perfect for early morning dog walks and two minutes into Windermere with some really nice dog friendly places to eat (would particularly recommend Tillys). The neighbours next door were really friendly and gave us a helpful map of the area. Would absolutely recommend a stay here.

Well equipped property in a great location.

Amazing house everything is done to a high standard.

The house is equipped with everything you can possibly think of. Fantastic base for a lovely break away.

Enjoyed a very comfortable week at Ellerthwaite House for a significant birthday.

Excellent quality fixtures and fittings (apart from a couple of dripping taps) and a lovely, snug and warm rear lounge - tended not to use the front lounge as colder with a sooty smell. Location is wonderful, being only along the road from the shops, bars and restaurants of Windermere Village - tried a different eatery every night! A good time was had by all - thank you.

The house was beautifully presented and had all the facilities you would need for an excellent holiday!

It was particularly good having the large 3 en-suite shower rooms. The only issue was that the radiators in the main lounge and hall hardly gave out any heat, forcing us to go out (in the awful wind and rain) to buy a lot of wood for the log burner! Previous reviews mentioned this issue but hasn’t been rectified!

Excellent property, great location and facilities.

Would highly recommend. Just a couple of minor issues with previous guests towels left in one of the laundry bins and large clump of hair behind one of the dressing tables.

Lovely place and central to all places of interest would recommend to anyone who wants to visit the Lakes

Property in general was excellent.

Spacious for 4, could comfortably accommodate 6. Secure outside space for doggie was ideal. Beds huge and comfy, bedding and towels good. Couple of minor grumbles, note was left that dishwasher in kitchen was not working which meant a track up steps into the boot/utility room to use that one. Inconvenient and potentially dangerous, Was frustrating as was same make and model as the broken kitchen one so possibly an easy swap for guest convenience. No starter pack for wood burner, brought logs with us but meant needed to go buy kindling and firefighters (left there for next guests) Despite a lot of info in pack against dog spoilage indoors and penalties, some evidence of staining in top bedroom. As always, we tidied behind us and hoovered etc, but hoover needed some maintenance and was a bit whiffy. However, back to positives, and there were many! Showers all great with good power and top notch heating etc on demand Kitchen was really well equipped and had all crockery, utensils etc that you could hope for, off road parking for two cars was perfect. The house was situated perfectly away from the main road but still only a stones throw from the shops bars and restaurants. Would defo look to book again, please don’t be put off from any comments above, they are simply feedback on things that could be even better. On the whole a great place to stay, thank you

The most well equipped property we have stayed in to date.

All of the beds were extremely comfortable with good quality bedding and furnishings. Would not hesitate to return.

Great house in a good location to enjoy Windermere town and the surrounding Lake District area

The property was very clean and has all the equipment you could need.

The sofas in all 3 rooms were very uncomfortable with no support therefore we found it impossible to sit in a room to relax, which did affect the enjoyment of the holiday.

The property was beautiful, clean and an absolutely perfect position.

The gardens across the road ideal. Could not fault it.

Superbly restored property, quality fittings and furnishings, brilliant location:only minutes from the main shopping centre.

Parking was very easy, apart from the space for two cars at the side of the property, we managed to park outside or very near to the house every day.The house was spotless on arrival. The smart TVs in all bedrooms were great and the broadband connection functioned well and was quickly reset .The kitchen was very well equipped. This is one of the best properties we’ve stayed in and we’ve been holidaying in the Lakes for years. For able-bodied people the house is ideal. The description is accurate about the stairs and steps - they are steep and anyone with mobility problems will find both difficult to negotiate.Handrails on both sides of the stairs helps but not if you wish to carry anything upstairs.Toddlers would need to be monitored on steps and stairs too. The small courtyard is a sun trap until about 5pm when the trees, which would benefit from pruning, block the sun. The wooden garden furniture is good quality but the seats were heavy to move for the elderly, (which some of our party were), and without cushions were pretty uncomfortable. Some camping chairs or sun loungers would greatly add to the enjoyment of the space -we bought chairs from a local shop and just about managed to transport them home!! A step stool would help for anyone vertically challenged.!!! If we were younger and without mobility issues we would be booking Ellerthwaite House for next year. We had a great stay here .

Second time staying at Ellerthwaite House.

This fabulous house is very comfortable and well kitted out with everything you need and more.. Excellent location with all Windermere amenities a short walk away. Close to bus route if you wish to go further afield. Highly recommended and Lakelovers are excellent to deal with too.

Thank you for your hospitality.

We were extremely pleased with our choice in property. Everything we may have needed was provided. Very comfortable beds, bathrooms large with excellent showers. So conveniently positioned close to all the main shops and restaurants. Having the park opposite worked beautifully for our dogs early morning and last late night walk. Two things to note - the extractor fan in the downstairs toilet isn’t working and we feel, for security sake, perhaps there should be a bolt on the back wooden gate.

This house is just perfect.

It has been renovated to a very high standard throughout. The kitchen is so well equipped with absolutely everything - and I do mean everything - you could possibly need in a holiday home. The beds are very comfortable. The house itself is heated throughout and was lovely and warm. The property is in a very good location for both Windermere and Bowness. We were a party of six (aged 63 - 85) and a dog and everyone loved the house. I have already looked to see what the availability is for later in the year as we cannot wait to go back and I can't recommend Ellerthwaite House highly enough - certainly the best holiday home we have stayed in anywhere.

A comfortable, clean and ideally located property with off street parking.

Gorgeous property one of the best we have stayed in.

Excellent location. Cleanliness outstanding. Very comfortable. Only a couple of things the hot water was very very hot coming out of upstairs and kitchen taps. Need to be aware. Also central light in dining room did not work. Other than that a fabulous property to stay in

Lovely home with everything provided.

Would definetly recomend

The property is in a great location and is an ideal base for going on long walks and exploring the Lakes.

Ellerthwaite House is exceptionally clean, comfortable yet very spacious and is fully stocked throughout the house with anything you could possibly need (& all very high quality products) I would defiantly recommend this property and will certainly be returning again in the future.

Heating system not fully functioning in half the house no hot water one day and general maintenance and general upkeep of the house needs addressing we have stayed at this house 7times and noticed the change

On arrival the house was just what we wanted, unfortunately the boiler was broken.

Out of 7 days we only had hot water for 2days , engineer came out 3 times but still not resolved. Tried to call the company and basically fobbed off after many phone calls and messages not responded to on Watts app On our last day asked for someone to come out again which we were promised some one would come but nothing Customer service is non existent after promises of a return call we have heated nothing Don’t book with lake lovers you will not get no support if there is any issues in the property

The property was lovely, great facilities and spotlessly clean on arrival.

It’s also in a great location, round the corner from Windermere and a short walk to Bowness. We would strongly recommend for anyone seeking a comfortable family break in Windermere.

Absolutely lovely house with all amenities to make the holiday special,so good we have booked again for next year.

House lovely ,everything available sofa in the snug needs new cushions seats mattress cover topping in back bedroom stained apart from that everything thing fine

This was a really great place to stay.

Excellent location and beautifully equipped. Lots of space to spread out. Well placed for walking to the centre of Windermere and its shops and eateries. We really enjoyed our long weekend.

Ellerthwaite House was perfect for my 60th birthday celebrations.

The kitchen was superbly equipped. The bedrooms were spacious and very comfortable. The entire bathrooms were a real treat as well. The downstairs spaces were spacious and comfortable. I would highly recommend this house. However I was not so impressed with the Lakelovers company. I tried to contact them (to ask a couple of questions and to change the number of people staying) by email 5 times before my stay and I received no reply to any of them.

Beautiful house in a great location will definitely be back

Great house.

The photos don’t do it justice. Lovely downstairs kitchen diner area

Beautiful property had a fantastic stay!

Fabulous house.

Really well equipped and incredibly clean! Brilliant location for exploring the lakes or pottering around Windermere village. We had 4 adults, a toddler, a baby and a dog in our party and all were well catered for with plenty of space. We had a wonderful week.

Thanks so much for allowing us to stay in your beautiful property we've had a fabulous time.

We found the house really spacious and equipped with everything you could possibly think of. Its clean and tidy, very homely and really comfortable. The location is perfect for a 2 minute stroll into Windermere where we found numerous places to eat which were dog friendly, and it's also a walkable distance to Bowness-on-Windermere where there is lots to do and see. We will definitely be back and I'd absolutely recommend it to anyone looking for somewhere to stay in this area....

The house was spotless - cleanest accommodation we have stayed in.

Just as described and in general excellent. The only negatives we have were the uncomfortable mattress in the double room and the terrible lumpy pillows on every bed. The house also lacked enough toilet paper and bin bags. Otherwise it was perfect and we would highly recommend.

Very well equipped and a great location.

Only downside was that we found the beds & pillows uncomfortable, and the air fresheners weren’t great for an asthma sufferer.

Excellent luxury property in a fantastic location.

Well supplied with everything you need for a comfortable stay and more. Short walk to bars, cafés, restaurants and supermarkets. Small park opposite for a short dog walk. Overall a super holiday house in a great location.

Garden area lets this property down.

It needs revamping with better sitting area especially as it is all on a slope

We went for a no fuss 60th birthday weekend away and this place did not disappoint The cottage we stayed at was stunning.

The pictures do not do it justice. The cottage was beautifully decorated and felt like home for the weekend. It’s close enough walking distance to Windermere lake and also the village. Cannot recommend this place enough FYI there is a log burner-. If you plan to use it, pre plan and take some wood etc. Enjoy your stay at this place, you won’t want to leave

Lovely house with everything you could need Photographs don’t do it justice Would definitely recommend

We have stayed in numerous cottages throughout the UK and can honestly say this is the best cottage we’ve ever stayed in.

The owners have thought of everything. The facilities and finishing touches to the property are just perfect. The location is brilliant, walking distance to a vast variety of Cafes, restaurants, pubs, shops. When we are in the area again we will definitely hope to book here. Just perfect

Perfect getaway just before Christmas 2022.

We booked at the last minute due to a previous booking needing to cancel and it was great! Well appointed rooms, loved the open plan kitchen-living space, ideal location for exploring windermere and surrounding area. {A welcome pack would have been nice and some logs for the log burner}

Our 2nd time in this property, after staying in early December 2021.

Perfectly located in Windermere, only a few minutes walk to a variety of shops. Car parking is at the side of the house, a narrow space for 2 cars, one behind the other - you will need to see the driver out when backing onto the road. Although there is roadside parking, during both our stays we never saw spaces there, as other residents in the street use the road, but this wasn't a problem. The property is extremely well equipped, with an especially fabulous kitchen with everything you'd need - in fact I cooked Christmas Dinner & never needed more saucepans, dishes or utensils. A slow cooker, food processor, hand blender, sandwich toaster, nespresso machine, electric carving knife plus 2 dishwashers & the luxury of a wine fridge made this a fabulous kitchen for anyone who likes to cook. Coupled with an American style fridge freezer, there was plenty of space for Christmas goodies! The property isn't suitable for anyone with mobility issues, steps into the kitchen and from snug to dining room. Also VERY steep narrow stairs to the top floor bedroom. However this was not a problem for us, although it was a challenge getting a large suitcase up to the top floor! The beds are extremely comfortable, the bedlinen & towels excellent quality. There was plenty of hot water for showers & the whole property was warm & cosy. We lit the log burner on Christmas & Boxing Day for some festive cheer (we brought logs, firelighters & kindling with us - but it is available locally, none are provided ) in truth we didn't need the fire for warmth, just atmosphere! The property isn't decorated for Christmas, although there are a few festive items provided for you to use, if you so wish. The only negative comment would be that nothing is provided in the form of a welcome pack, apart from some tea bags & a few coffee pods. Not even fresh milk for a cuppa on arrival! And given the cost of rental for Christmas it would have been a thoughtful gesture to provide this. I had a Tesco delivery booked shortly after arrival time, so we were fine & there is a Sainsburys Local a few minutes walk away. We can also heartedly recommend Hooked, the seafood restaurant 2 mins walk away, so nice not to have to use the car! This is a lovely property, which suits all our needs & we will definitely be back as we love the area.

We reported that the stove in the front room needs maintenance and the flue needs cleaning we called in to the lake lovers office in windermere about this the only problem in this fantastic house

Excellent accommodation.

Beautiful house. The owners gave thought if everything!

Fantastic property, very spacious and very clean.

Well situated also.

Excellent property, accommodated us at extremely short notice.

Fabulous location, excellent facilities. A great house which was like a home from home. Could not fault. Great sociable areas to use for the whole family with the brilliant added touch of a games console. Highly recommend.

Great house great location

The accommodation far exceeded any expectations we had, it was very clean and tidy, a drive to park the car, an enclosed courtyard at the back and had all the facilities you could need, the sofa's were a bit low and the second flight of stairs were a little tricky leading to the top bedroom, but that might be due to our age (over 50ish).

It was well situated as it was a short walk to the shops and cafés in windermere and a brisk walk downhill to bowness although you might want to get the bus on the return journey

Fantastic house, absolutely perfect!

Really clean, well furnished to a high standard with everything we needed. Excellent location, so close to Windermere shops and restaurants and central for driving or public transport to other lakes/villages. Off street parking for 2 cars a real bonus and only a 10 min walk to EV charger at Booths. Enclosed garden was great for our dogs and lovely and peaceful to sit outside.

Second time I've stayed here with my family, couldn't fault it again.

Everything you need is provided for a brilliant staycation. Location Location Location!!! Amazing!!!

Beautiful home from home, well situated with great facilities.

Elderly relatives found it quite difficult with the very low seating and the steep & deep stairs/steps. Booked the property specifically because of the walk in showers for the less mobile of our group but didn’t anticipate the very step/stairs (which are mentioned on the listing) to the kitchen and garden areas ..but that really wouldn’t be an issue for a more mobile group. I’d happily return with those more physically able. Had a small issue with the beds not being separated into twins as requested on booking. Took a little while to get through to Lakelovers but to be expected on change over day. The issue was quickly resolved with no fuss

House was furnished to a very good quality.

Everything we needed was provided. 3 good bedrooms and bathrooms. Position perfect walking distance to the village or lake. Fact it has parking for 2 cars was a bonus as street parking in the area was always full Only suggestion I would make is that it would help to contain dogs if a stair gate is provided as they are not allowed upstairs and difficult at times to control this when kids leave doors open!

A fabulous cottage, exceptionally well equipped to a high standard.

Clean comfortable and ideally situated. Lovely courtyard which is a little sun trap to enjoy after those long walks. Would highly recommend.

Great cottage, spacious, comfortable and well-equipped.

Loved the layout downstairs. Found the stairs to top floor a bit steep and narrow - as stated in listing. Also, upper 2 floors were not as warm as downstairs.

Fantastic house nothing has been sparred warm and central for everything it is our 2 stay here

We all loved the house - spotlessly clean, and so well equipped.

The kitchen was fabulous, really had everything and more. The bedrooms & en-suites were perfect for our family & friends holiday. We would happily return.

My fifth stay at this property.

Amazing location and the properly is lovely. Cleaning below par than previously but not too bad. Lost the key Over the weekend and there on call was fantastic (big thank you to Sophie for being so understanding). Spare key delivered within 40 minutes. Found the lost key the next day. Well recommended

Very nice house, excellent kitchen equipment, beds very comfortable, back 1st floor bedroom had an issue with the shower not draining away so could only have a very quick shower

We have now stayed in Ellerthwaite House twice.

It has been excellent on both occasions. Great location and such a comfortable, well-equiped home

The owner's have thought of everything in this beautiful holiday let.

It feels like a true home from home. The location is excellent with only a 2 minute walk to the centre of Windermere. The sunsets from the top floor bedroom are awesome. Very spacious accommodation which flows beautifully The only slight negative was the seating in the front lounge and snug is quite low and not the most comfortable for us over 50's. Would definetly recommend this property and would go back in a heartbeat ❤.

Holiday Cottage Ellerthwaite House absolutely fantastic.

Property fully equipped. Short of nothing. Fantastic location. On the doorstep of Windermere and only 1 mile to Bowness. Would definately recommend and definately book again. Thank you.