Gildabrook Cottage

Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 1
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews

12 Customer Review(s)

Diane
April 2022

“Excellent location within a 3 minute walk of lake/shops etc.”

Overall a nice cottage.Carpets are in need of cleaning/ replacing in many rooms however rooms were well furnished and had pleasing decor. No wood burning stove as outlined in listing, only an electric fake log fire that didn’t seem to output any heat. Kitchen had plenty of equipment for self catering. Dining area very dark and not a space we wanted to spend time in - could do with an update to match rest of property. Small enclosed patio with furniture however this is situated on the front of ...

Overall a nice cottage.Carpets are in need of cleaning/ replacing in many rooms however rooms were well furnished and had pleasing decor. No wood burning stove as outlined in listing, only an electric fake log fire that didn’t seem to output any heat. Kitchen had plenty of equipment for self catering. Dining area very dark and not a space we wanted to spend time in - could do with an update to match rest of property. Small enclosed patio with furniture however this is situated on the front of the property so not private or quiet, as the road has vehicles and people regularly passing through. Parking is for a small/medium vehicle. Our car overhung into the road. Overall a lovely stay in a pleasant cottage , the location was so good we could overlook some of the negative points of the property to return again.

- Diane, April 2022

Thank you for your feedback. We are pleased you had an enjoyable stay at Gildabrook Cottage. Regarding the wood burning stove, we apologise for the confusion with the wood burner wording in the summary listing, this has now been amended to match the main description 'log effect electric stove'. Once again thank you for your comments and we hope to see you again soon, Regards Heart of the Lakes team Property Owner
Andrew October 2021

“Ideally situated in Bowness, a very short walk to shops and lakeside.”

More than enough space for my wife, myself and the dog. The cottage was clean and had everything we needed. The areas of damp mentioned in other reviews did not impact on our enjoyment. The parking next to the cottage was suitable for our car ( a golf) but would not accommodate a larger car. Will definitely book again.

- Andrew, October 2021
Simon September 2021

“Key wasn't posted out as promised had to make a detour to Ambleside which took 35 minutes each way also had to return key which took 45 minutes !”

All this could have been avoided if there was a key safe at the property. Serious damp issues in certain location dining room directly overlooking next doors garden carpets and furniture stained rather grubby generally

- Simon, September 2021
Sam September 2021

“Reading previous feedback i was concerned what the property would be like.”

However when we saw the property we where pleasantly surprised, The facilities where very good, comfort also good based on this being a holiday home and an excellent location. Only negative was the beds had wooden ends on so if you are tall then you cannot stretch out. But that is only an issue for tall people!

- Sam, September 2021
Rachael August 2021

“Key was meant to be delivered by post, it never came so had to drive to Ambleside for it which cannot be helped but put a downer on the first day!”

Wallpaper in the twin bedroom peeling off, marks along all the skirting boards, damp all over the dining room wall, couch marked, most carpets needs replacing as full of marks! This cottage was just a massive left down in cleanliness only the kitchen I would of classed as clean! Brilliant location in bowness center just a shame!

- Rachael, August 2021
Janice July 2021

“Dated property.”

Mouldy walls in hall and dining room. Mouldy bathroom ceiling. Dirty, stained carpets. Had a slug that lived in the dining room. Crawling with ants. Had mouldy stained bed sheet. Lots of cobwebs. Heart of the Lakes refused to deep clean the property. Great location.

- Janice, July 2021
V May 2021

“Furniture wasn't very good quality, wasn't informed another cottages garden was looking over the dining room.”

Internet very bad

- V, May 2021
Mr Keppel Dec 2019

“The property was basic but comfortable and in an excellent location for all amenities”

- Mr Keppel, Dec 2019
Mrs Nield Dec 2019

“Excellent location fully equipt beautifull cottage”

- Mrs Nield, Dec 2019
Bindle Dec 2019

“Wish we could stay longer!”

Gildabrook gave us a great base to settle in. Very comfortable, warm and well equipped! See you soon!

- Bindle, Dec 2019
Mr Marsh Dec 2019

“A lovely cottage.”

A great base to be. So homely and cosy! We are planning to visit again soon. Great food in the local area!

- Mr Marsh, Dec 2019
Dott Dec 2019

“Lovely cottage and a great location for the local sites!”

Plenty to do and see in Bowness and Windermere! Thank you.

- Dott, Dec 2019
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The property

Located at the heart of village life in old Bowness, a conservation area close to the attractive 'Hole Int Wall' and other popular and busy pubs, this well presented cottage is just a two minute stroll from the lake. Days out in the area are numerous with easy walks to the fells at the back of Bowness and by ferry to the west shore of Windermere or up the lake to Waterhead for Ambleside. Bowness offers good shopping with restaurants to cater for all tastes and age groups. Mountain bikes, rowing boats and sailing dinghies can be hired locally. This is an ideal location for Lakeland activities, and with no need to use the car for evening entertainment. Accommodation: Hallway where you can hang your coats. Comfortable sitting room (Smart TV with freesat, DVD, log effect stove and free wi-fi). Good sized separate dining room (stereo CD/radio/cassette player. Small selection of walking guides and maps). Newly fitted well equipped kitchen . Upstairs are three bedrooms - a good sized twin room with a picturesque outlook over Robinson Place, a double bedded room to the rear and a good sized single room (suitable for a child only) also facing the front of the cottage. New fully tiled wetroom has walk in shower, basin and wc. Furnishings are comfortable, and the property has fitted carpets, double glazing and gas central heating. Outside: Enclosed front patio with garden furniture provided where you could enjoy your glass of wine whilst you watch the world go by. Private parking for one car plus safe storage for bikes with a 'lock-up' stand just outside the front door inside the gate. Bowness centre 200 yards, cafes and pubs immediately to hand.

Summary

Three bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin, 1 x single (suitable for a child only)
Wet room with walk-in shower, basin and WC
Kitchen
Dining room
Sitting room with radiators and log effect electric stove
Gas central heating
Gas oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, Smart TV, WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Travel cot and highchair inc. Off-road parking for one car
Secure bike storage
Enclosed front patio with garden furniture
One well-behaved dog welcome
Sorry, no smoking

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £200.

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About the location

BOWNESS-ON-WINDERMERE

Windermere Train Station 1.5 miles: Ambleside 5 miles; Kendal 7 miles.

The vibrant twin towns of Bowness and Windermere hold enduring appeal for visitors to the Lake District National Park, with each providing a range of nearby attractions, amenities, shops and restaurants to suit all tastes. A variety of boat trips and boat hire are available from Windermere Lake Cruises in Bowness to Brockhole, Ambleside and Lakeside (at the southern end of the lake where the Lakeside Aquarium and the Lakeside and Haverthwaite Railway are situated). The World of Beatrix Potter attraction and the Old Laundry theatre are 1.5 miles away. Orrest Head, where Alfred Wainwright was inspired to write his series of iconic guidebooks, is a 30-minute walk to enjoy the spectacular panorama of far-reaching views over the lake and surrounding fells. Brockhole, which offers high wire tree top experiences, is less than two miles away, and the historic villages of Grasmere, Ambleside and Troutbeck are a short drive away. There are also a variety of watersports on offer for the more energetic at marine centres along the lake. The area is ideally situated for exploring all that this region has to offer, whether by foot, bike, car, railway or bus; and is within easy reach of attractions such as the spectacular Langdales, Beatrix Potter’s Hill Top House at Far Sawrey, Coniston, Grizedale Forest Park, with its delightful walks and famous outdoor sculptures, mountain biking and “Go-Ape” adventure park, Ullswater, Kendal, Keswick, stone circles, Roman forts and England's highest mountain, Scafell Pike.

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Reviews

“Excellent location within a 3 minute walk of lake/shops etc.”

“Ideally situated in Bowness, a very short walk to shops and lakeside.”

“Key wasn't posted out as promised had to make a detour to Ambleside which took 35 minutes each way also had to return key which took 45 minutes !”

“Reading previous feedback i was concerned what the property would be like.”

“Key was meant to be delivered by post, it never came so had to drive to Ambleside for it which cannot be helped but put a downer on the first day!”

“Dated property.”

“Furniture wasn't very good quality, wasn't informed another cottages garden was looking over the dining room.”

“The property was basic but comfortable and in an excellent location for all amenities”

“Excellent location fully equipt beautifull cottage”

“Wish we could stay longer!”