Guests say
Oldfield House in Windermere is praised for its spaciousness, cleanliness, and prime location, with easy access to local amenities and attractions. Guests appreciate the comfortable beds and ample parking, though some noted room for improvement in recycling information and mattress comfort.
Guests consistently describe the property as clean and well-presented, with only minor comments on specific areas needing attention.
The location is highly regarded for its proximity to Windermere and Bowness, as well as its suitability for exploring the Lake District.
The majority of guests find the property comfortable, mentioning the convenience of en-suite bathrooms and comfortable beds, though some guests reported issues with mattress comfort.
Facilities are generally well-received, with a well-equipped kitchen and ample space. However, some guests noted the lack of certain kitchen items, entertainment options, and maintenance issues.
There is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness, so a score cannot be provided.
About this property
Oldfield House is a beautifully finished, three-storey Victorian house resting in Windermere, Cumbria. With Lake Windermere, local amenities, and a variety of outdoor activities all within easy reach, this stunning property welcomes families, couples, and friends for their next Lake District adventure. You'll find four off-road parking spaces on arrival before entering the spacious hallway and into the contemporary kitchen/diner. This space is equipped with high-quality, integrated amenities for foodies to prepare their favourite home-cooked dishes, to be enjoyed at the breakfast bar or dining table; start the electric fire set in a gorgeous, feature fireplace for added warmth on colder nights. Just next door is the utility with hanging space, a boot rack, and washing machine to throw in muddy walking gear, before relaxing in the sitting room. Furnished with two cushioned sofas, a chandelier, and artwork, you'll love reading by the bay window, catching up with loved ones, or watching the Smart TV here. Each guest is well-catered to at Oldfield House with four bedrooms in total, each with a wall-mounted TV and en-suite; choose between two king-size or a double on the first floor, whilst another double is located on the second floor. On sunny mornings, freshen up in the handy cloakroom and take your coffee outside to your private, gravelled garden with outdoor seating. You'll find the Brookside Inn at the end of the road for classic British fare in a welcoming atmosphere, whilst the bustling centre of Windermere is a stone's throw away for more options; choices include seafood at Hooked, Italian at San Pietro, and Spanish at Tapios. There are plenty of attractions such as The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction, panoramic views from Orrest Head Viewpoint, and sailing, watersports and idyllic walks in and around Lake Windermere! Be sure to visit the National Trust's Wray Castle, the Hill Top of Beatrix Potter, and a variety of marine life at Lakes Aquarium. Jump in the car for scenic drives to the likes of Ambleside and Grasmere, where you'll find plenty of history at the Wordsworth Grasmere Museum, Rydal Mount & Gardens, and Ambleside Roman Fort. If you're looking for scenic hikes, you've come to the right place; Scafell Pike, Helvellyn, and The Old Man of Coniston are all nearby! Further afield lie Kendal, Keswick and Bassenthwaite to discover more heritage and incredible scenes in this glorious National Park. Secure your stay at Oldfield House and discover everything the Lake District has to offer.
Bowness and Windermere are vibrant, fun-filled Lake District towns. Ambleside has a boat ride to Bowness, the Lakeside Aquarium, and Beatrix Potter's 'Hill Top House' at Sawrey. Grizedale Forest Park offers many walks, mountain biking, and the 'Go Ape' adventure park. The area also has many National Trust properties and water sports for those seeking an adrenaline rush. Grasmere, Coniston Water, Kendal, Keswick, and the Lakeland Mountains are all easily accessible.
Accommodation
Over three floors.
Four bedrooms: 2 x king-size with TV and en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x double with TV and en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x second-floor double with en-suite bath, basin and WC.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner with electric fire.
Utility.
Sitting room
Gas central heating with electric fire.
Electric oven, induction hob, combi microwave/oven, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher.
2 x Smart TV, 4 x TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for 4 cars.
Garden with gravelled area and furniture.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.4 miles, pub 0.1 miles.
Note: There are sloped ceilings and limited head room in second-floor bedroom
Nearby points of interest
- Lake Windermere
Reviews (19)
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David
There was no kitchen roll holder or tea,coffee, sugar canisters, TVs not working in bedroom. The hand rails on the stairs was very dirty I had to clean them with wipes. Needs updating in bedrooms
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Pauline
Everything you needed. I slept in the top bedroom and it was very basic in comparison to other bedrooms. And I found the bed really hard and it did affect my sleep , unfortunately. Could I suggest a mattress topper. I ended up sleeping on pillows to soften it. At least with a mattress topper it could be removed if not required by people who like a hard bed. Itâs my only criticism.
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Amelia
Pros - Property is in a good location close to Windermere village and easy walking distance also 15-20 minute walk down to Bowness. The house is spacious with lots of room for larger families. Kitchen facilities are good and had all required utensils. Cons- The heating was not working properly on the first night, despite it being summer due to the weather conditions lots of rain the heating was needed to warm up the property. The loft bedroom needs some tlc, mattress on bed was really tired and uncomfortable, window in this bedroom did not close properly, radiator wasnât working properly and toilet blocked. This took a few days for someone to come round and unblock the toilet and fix the radiator. We were advised the window could not be fixed. Due to the radiator not working properly and the broken window this made the room very cold. The loft bedroom has en-suite, however due to slanted ceiling it would be difficult to get in and out of the bath so had to use one of the showers in the other bedrooms. Our family member went home from the holiday early due to this bedroom having the above issues and lack of comfort. The outside security light was also not working properly which I reported but was not fixed throughout the holiday. This resulted in the light flashing on and off throughout the night and directly into the back bedroom. The first bedroom on the first floor also had uncomfortable mattress and bathroom in need of updates. If you have small children with you as we did there was no high chair or cot that we could locate in the property. We have been to other cottages where this is standard. I did not see any pre arrival information advising we would need to book these pieces of equipment. There was no welcome information in the house, we know lots about the local area but other guests may find this helpful e.g places to visit, restaurants, supermarkets, health services etc. or who to contact if we needed assistance, hence why we needed to contact Sykes with the issues. There was only one set of keys available and although there was a key safe outside this would not practically work when you need to lock the back door from the inside if some guests are in the house and others not. Unfortunately I would not stay at this property again which is a shame as the house is in a great location.