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Thyme Cottage

windermere, cumbria & the lake district
  • 2 guests
  • 1 bed
  • 1 bathroom
  • No pets

Description

This ground floor apartment in a cosy cottage is situated just off the main road in the centre of Windermere.

Thyme Cottage is ideal for a couple’s retreat, as it offers peace and quiet while being located in one of the most popular villages in the Lake District.

All situated on the ground floor, the apartment offers a luxurious stay with a spacious open plan sitting room with two leather reclining chairs and a TV and DVD player, perfect for relaxing after a busy day of exploring. The contemporary kitchen is well-equipped and the bedroom includes a king size bed. The bathroom adds to the luxury of staying in Thyme Cottage with underfloor heating and a monsoon shower.

Couples can relax in the private front garden with furniture, which is ideal after a day of exploring the beautiful Lake District.

The buzzing village of Windermere offers a range of shops, cafes, bars and restaurants, which are right on your doorstep. Bowness-on-Windermere, which is just over a mile away, also offers its own array of shops and restaurants, as well as the famous World of Beatrix Potter Attraction. You can also marvel at the stunning views from Bowness Bay such as Belle Isle - the largest island on Lake Windermere.

For couples looking to venture further afield, the bus and train station in Windermere is only a five minutes walk away from the apartment, meaning you can leave your car while exploring other areas of the Lake District. The historic market town of Kendal on the outskirts of the Lake District can be accessed by train in just 15 minutes. Or if you’d like to sail away, you can jump on a Lake Cruiser from Bowness Bay and explore villages dotted around Lake Windermere, including Ambleside, Brockhole and Lakeside.

Ideally located as a base for discovering the Lake District, Thyme Cottage is the perfect couple’s retreat with the delights of Windermere on its doorstep.


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Everything you'll need

  • Wifi
  • Dishwasher
  • Garden / Patio
  • Ground Floor Bedroom
  • Ground Floor Accommodation

What guests are saying

4.9
Based on 88 reviews
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We have stayed at Thyme Cottage many times and have always found it to be very clean and cosy.

It lacks nothing apart from a washing machine, which there is obviously no room for, so not a problem. The location is great. In the middle of Windermere but off the main road with parking, a big bonus. We stayed there in early September and reported to Sykes that a window handle wasn’t working so unable to open the window, but because there was another window in the lounge area that was working, it wasn’t urgent. I simply wanted to advise them of a problem. They sent me an email saying it wasn’t resolved because I said we didn’t want to be disturbed. Absolutely not so! I was simply trying to inform them of a problem. We found on our most recent visit (returned yesterday) that the window had still not been repaired! Although it is early November it was quite warm so we opened the working window and the door. I would highly recommend Thyme Cottage, but again very unimpressed with Sykes! PS. A non slip mat for the bath would be helpful

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LynNov 2026

We enjoyed our holiday very much at Thyme Cottage.

It was in a fantastic position right in the middle of Windermere. Everything was so convenient. We had our own car parking space. Not that we used our car very much as what a fantastic bus service there is. You can hop on and off buses which take you to all the lakes. We used our bus pass so it was so much easier than paying for and finding car parks. The cottage is spot on, has everything you need and is quite luxurious. We would definitely recommend staying there and we would certainly go back. Lynn and John Fowley

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LynnOct 2026

A fabulous property from which to explore The Lakes.

Conveniently located in Windermere, own parking, centre of town though nice and quiet, tucked behind the high street. The property is one of the best-equipped that we've stayed in, particularly the kitchen. Lots of useful guides and maps too. Really comfy bed. Had a wonderful week and hope to return again.

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CorinneOct 2026

Good to know

House Rules

  • Good housekeeping bond

    This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £75

  • Smoking

    Not permitted

Stay Information

  • Check-in / Check-out

    16:00 / 10:00

  • Property ref

    972421

  • Parking

    Off Road Parking

Guest & Pet Policy

  • Pets

    Not allowed

  • Children

    Not accepted

  • Accessibility

    Ground floor

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