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The Cottage

3.0 star property
Lakefront guesthouse with free breakfast and restaurant

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The Cottage sits by the lake providing a serene escape for travelers. Guests enjoy free English breakfast and in-room WiFi that keeps them connected. The property features practical conveniences including express check-in, luggage storage, and an on-site restaurant.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
The current price is AU$247
includes taxes & fees
11 Nov - 12 Nov

Room options

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Single Room (Room1)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Twin Bed

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Double Room (Room2)

Double Room (Room2)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Deluxe Double Room (Room3)

Deluxe Double Room (Room3)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Iron/ironing board, free WiFi

Double Room (Room4)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room (Room5 Attic)

Double Room (Room5 Attic)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Double Room, Bathtub (Room6 Attic)

Double Room, Bathtub (Room6 Attic)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room (Room8 Ground Floor)

Double Room (Room8 Ground Floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room (Room7 Ground Floor)

Double Room (Room7 Ground Floor)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
TV
Private bathroom
Coffee/tea maker
Iron/ironing board
Daily housekeeping
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Double Room (Room 10)

Double Room (Room 10)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Twin Room (Room 9 Twin)

Twin Room (Room 9 Twin)

8.0 out of 10
Very good
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
Private bathroom
Daily housekeeping
Iron/ironing board
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds
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About the area

Map
Elleray Road, Windermere, England, LA23 1AG

What's nearby

  • Orrest Head - 12 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Lake Windermere - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • World of Beatrix Potter - 3 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Bowness Pier - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre - 4 min drive - 4.1 km

Getting around

  • Windermere Station - 4 min walk
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 89 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Homeground - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Westmorland Inn - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Beresfords Restaurant - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Italia - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Crafty Baa - ‬2 min walk

About this property

The Cottage

Guest house near Lake Windermere
The Cottage provides amenities, such as free English breakfast and a restaurant. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this guest house include:
  • Free self-parking
  • Express check-out, express check-in and smoke-free property
  • Luggage storage
Room features
All guest rooms at The Cottage include amenities, such as free WiFi.
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with free toiletries
  • Heating and daily housekeeping

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking
  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking (max 1 space per unit)
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking available
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A restaurant

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • On a lake

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Wheelchair-accessible parking

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property for check-in information
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Key retrieval

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 6 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 6 are welcome

Payment types

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
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash

We should mention

Children 6 years old and younger are not permitted at this property

Property is also known as

Cottage Guesthouse Windermere
Cottage Windermere
The Cottage Guesthouse
The Cottage Windermere
The Cottage Guesthouse Windermere

Frequently asked questions

Is The Cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Cottage?

As of 4 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Cottage on 11 Nov 2025 start from AU$246.74, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Cottage?

Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at The Cottage?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Cottage?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Cottage located?

Situated on a lake, this guesthouse is within 1 mi (2 km) of Orrest Head and Lake Windermere. Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories and World of Beatrix Potter are also within 1 mile (2 km). Windermere Station is only a 4-minute walk.

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Reviews

The Cottage Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.4

Cleanliness

9.6

Location

9.6

Staff & service

9.0

Eco-friendliness

9.2

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 108 out of 147 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 31 out of 147 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 147 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 147 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 147 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Mei Ching

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Nice staff , nice place and convenient
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Short break

Excellent all round will definitely try and stay again
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Hollie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing! Couldn’t have asked for a better location and such a lovely room with everything we could need. We will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

P

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Our Easter break

Our second visit.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Glen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely all round!

Lovely staff, lovely place, well situated, lovely breakfast and a decent price. Thank you and thanks for the use of your drill to fix my car! 🙏
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ross

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
No faults very nice
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Emma

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort

Lovely

We have just returned from a lovely stay in the lakes, problem with room on arrival but was sorted straight away. Breakfast was good and lady serving breakfast was lovely made sure you left full. Hotel was closing for 6 weeks to do some renovation and updating which is good overall would stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Lovely room, very clean and convenient. Staff was very friendly and helpful - a wonderful stay!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brigitte

Excellent bed
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
2nd stay at the cottage superb as always 👌
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Max Garner Patrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff extremely friendly and helpful with their knowledge of the area. Very good facilities and easy to park.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

SAU YIN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Safe & Comfortable stay. Lots of dining options nearby. Close to train station.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very friendly staff and room amazing
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

leigh

Liked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Easy check in. Great breakfast and showers
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Staff & service

A trip of two halves.

We booked for 4 nights but had to change rooms after the 2nd night. The mattress in room 5 was stained and smelly. The room had a beam across the bed (with lots of wires behind it!) and we both banged our head on the beam. Not sure why such a small room had a three seater sofa in it. The new room, room 10, was much nicer and fresher. The staff were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice and friendly love the loo....

I had to ring to find out room number but was fine after that rather small room but well decorated and handy plugs and a light thing, charger which didn't work. I loved the Japanese loo thing. And fab bathroom. Great welcome at breakfast, quick and professional.
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Iver

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Stylish

Room was not very big, but stylish and with facilities such as wireless chargers, multi-colored led lights, shower toilet etc. Breakfast options were a bit limited, but service has great. Only issue was the traffic outside which was quite noisy, combined with heat forcing us to keep windows.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mohammad

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
First time we stayed here, definitely won’t be the last! Brilliant from start to finish- staff were extremely friendly and polite, room was fabulous, area was super! What more could we ask for!
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The cottage Windermere

Very clean and bedrooms really up to date and modern, Great location for shops pubs bars and restaurants. Just a short drive to the lake . Great stay I would highly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Trina

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really beautiful room, excellent amenities, bed comfortable and water hot, good breakfast with lots of options
Stayed 2 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kirsten

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely place in a beautiful town, you won't be disappointed
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Derrick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great stopover accomodation. Loved the place

On arrival to the big yellow house you have mixed feelings but dont listen to them. The house is 200 years old and a little dark inside keep going. First check out the room to find any dist there isnt any. Check the loo and shower... spotless. Give yourself 30 mins to settle in and you will love the place. Yes it could of been painted white inside but it was painted for charactor. Go stay a night its a great place. Breakfast also gets a 10 for food and service. Well done and thank you
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Our anniversary getaway 💕

We would happily go there again. The breakfast was so plentiful, that we didn't have any lunch for the 3 days that we stayed!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely property with warm, welcoming and attentive staff. Easy to park and come and go as you please. Breakfast options great and this place offers great value in the middle of Windermere and for accessing The Lakes.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Alexa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such a wonderful guesthouse!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022