House in Windermere, ENG

The Lookout Lodge, lake views and roof top terrace.

The Lookout Lodge, lake views and roof top terrace.

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Enjoy the view of Windermere whilst dinning out on the roof top terrace!
The Lookout Lodge viewed from the garden
Private drive with parking for three cars
Lounge with feature log burner, leather sofas & oak floor
The stunning lake view from the lounge looking west

Overview of The Lookout Lodge, lake views and roof top terrace.

4.8 out of 5 Exceptional
4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

Windermere, ENG
  • Popular LocationWorld of Beatrix Potter5 min walk
  • Popular LocationLake Windermere7 min walk
  • Popular LocationBowness Pier8 min walk
  • AirportManchester (MAN)101 min drive

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bedroom 3

Bedroom 4

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Shower room

Toilet · Shower only

Toilet 1

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

The Lookout Lodge, lake views and roof top terrace.

As you arrive by car via Langrigge Park The Lookout Lodge is unassuming but once inside you will see why we called it The Lookout Lodge! Even in the Lake District houses with “lake views” are in very short supply. There are not many properties, particularly in Bowness on Windermere, from where you can enjoy an outlook like this!

The Lookout Lodge is elevated above Bowness village a short distance from the shores of Lake Windermere and the village centre. The property is cleverly designed to make the most of its position.

The crowning jewel of the property is perhaps the roof top terrace!

As the house is built into the hillside the upper floor (which is the ground floor from the driveway but first floor at the rear) comprises of the living accommodation.

The first floor includes is a large lounge which features a real log burning stove. Due to the elevation, the lounge enjoys a fantastic lake view from the south west facing bi-fold doors. These give access to the roof top terrace. The large south facing window of the lounge provides views across the leafy outlying areas of the village and the lower slopes of Brant Fell. The lounge has large leather sofas and a real oak floor.

The kitchen / dining area is modern and features a range style electric oven with gas hob. In keeping with the local areas the floor is finished in slate. All the usual facilities are provided including a dishwasher, fridge freezer and microwave etc. The room enjoys a lake view and provides access to the roof terrace via south facing patio doors. Whilst enjoying breakfast in the dining area can watch the early morning mist role off the lake.

The roof terrace itself is south west facing. You can enjoy fantastic lake views across Bowness Bay and Belle Isle towards Claife Heights beyond. In the evening the sun sets over Claife Heights to the west and so you can sit out on the terrace and enjoy the evening sun over a drink or perhaps dine out on the terrace whilst taking in the wonderful scenery. Throughout the day you can watch the steamers come and go from Bowness pier and the sail boats departing from the sailing club.

The lower floor is ground floor at the rear. This lower floor comprises of two double bedrooms, a twin room and a bunk room together with a family bathroom and separate shower room.

The larger bathroom has a WC, wash basin and a separate bath and shower cubical.

The smaller bathroom has a WC, wash basin and a shower cubical.

There is a third WC on the upper floor.

Both of the double bedrooms enjoy lake views.

The bunk room and twin room both have garden views.

Outside there is a secluded garden from where pedestrian access can be gained to Brantfell Road. From the garden gate it is approximately a 150 meter walk to the village centre and a further 100 meters to the lake shore. The location could not be more central!

We refer to the uphill side of the property (the Langrigge Park entrance) as the tradesman’s entrance. Here all the practicalities are taken care of: -

In Bowness village parking can be a real issue and many holiday lets in the village only have “on street” parking. We can offer “off street” parking for three cars on the private drive and so there are no worries on that score.

The Lookout Lodge has a garage where you can securely store your bikes or canoes etc.

The Lookout Lodge is double glazed throughout and has gas fired central heating which is instantly controllable and provides hot water on demand.

We can provide a travel cot and high chair at no extra cost.

Bedding is included in the price but please note that we do not provide towels.

Property manager

Andrew Guest

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM
Check out before 9:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a deadbolt lock

About the area

Windermere

Located in Windermere, this vacation home is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Arnside and Silverdale and Lake Windermere, while Old Laundry Theatre and Hawkshead Grammar School are cultural highlights. Traveling with kids? Consider Holehird Gardens and Treetop Trek. Water skiing and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby.

What's nearby

  • World of Beatrix Potter - 5 min walk
  • Old Laundry Theatre - 6 min walk
  • Lake Windermere - 7 min walk
  • Bowness Pier - 8 min walk
  • Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories - 13 min walk

Getting around

  • Windermere Station - 7 min drive
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 102 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Pier Coffee Shop - 8 min walk
  • Lake View Garden Bar - 7 min walk
  • The Village Inn & Restaurant - 6 min walk
  • Bodega - 6 min walk
  • The Albert - 5 min walk

Reviews

4.8

Exceptional

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4.6/5

Cleanliness

4.9/5

Check-in

5/5

Communication

5/5

Location

4.9/5

Listing accuracy

Reviews

5/5 Excellent

Patricia K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent accommodation
The property was immaculate, well equipped amd very comfortable. The location is great, close to everything. Enjoyed our short January break and would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

3/5 Okay

Ian T.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Cleanliness
Great location
The location of the property was fantastic.sadly the property was let down a little by its cleanliness. There were cobwebs and spiders everywhere and surfaces especially windows were dusty and some carpeted areas were stained. The vacuum cleaner was full to the brim and hadn’t been emptied in a very long time. But looking past these things we enjoyed the property its location and facilities and our stay very much overall.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

5/5 Excellent

SUZANNE L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay
Beautiful property in an excellent location.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

5/5 Excellent

Deb W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great location for Bowness and Windermere
we had a very comfortable family stay here,
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

5/5 Excellent

Noel V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lookout lodge, Bowness
A very well appointed and spacious property. Very comfortable and in a great location
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

About the host

Hosted by Andrew Guest

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I live near Manchester with my wife and two children.

I have been a regular visitor to the Lake District since I was a small child. I remember happy family holidays exploring the Langdale fells in particular.

I love the outdoors and take part in cycling, sailing, canoeing, rock climbing and walking. What better place could there be than the Lakes?

Why they chose this property

In 2004 I was lucky enough to purchase a small cottage here. With the arrival of a family we outgrew that and bought the Lookout Lodge in 2012.

We use the house ourselves quite a lot and so keep the place as we like it.

We have undertaken extensive improvements for 2014 adding a fourth bedroom, a roof top terrace, a new kitchen and a new shower room.

When we are not using the house we let it out. If you decide to stay then please bear in mind that it is our second home and respect it accordingly.

We hope you like it as much as we do!
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