Ridgway Lodge
ID: S363629
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94 reviews
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2 pets welcome
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2 Bathrooms
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WiFi
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Hot tub
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Parking
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Children welcome
Guests say
Ridgway Lodge in Windermere offers a delightful stay with its modern amenities, spacious interiors, and a hot tub that guests consistently enjoy. The serene location is praised for its proximity to local attractions and the natural beauty of the Lake District. While some minor maintenance issues are noted, the overall experience is one of comfort and relaxation, making it a popular choice for families and groups seeking a memorable getaway.
Cleanliness
Most guests found the lodge to be clean and tidy, contributing to a comfortable stay. However, there were instances of cleanliness concerns such as kitchen utensils covered in grease and discovery of previous guests' clothing, which suggests room for improvement in cleaning protocols.
Location
The lodge's location is highly commended for its convenience and scenic surroundings, with easy access to Windermere and local attractions. Guests enjoyed the tranquility and the proximity to nature, making it an ideal spot for relaxation and exploration.
Comfort
Guests report the lodge as comfortable, with spacious rooms and cosy living areas. Some guests mentioned issues with mattresses and seating, but these were relatively few compared to the overall positive feedback on the lodge's comfort.
Facilities
The lodge is well-equipped with facilities that guests appreciate, such as a hot tub and entertainment system. However, there are mentions of maintenance issues like a loose screw on the dishwasher, mould in bathrooms, and a need for updates, which affects the score.
Thoughtfulness
Unfortunately we’ve been unable assess this category comprehensively enough based on the reviews we’ve received from guests about this property.
About this property
Ridgway is a spacious three-bedroom holiday lodge at White Cross Bay, in a quieter area of the park, and just a short walk to the clubhouse and facilities. With a spacious deck, outdoor furniture and hot tub, it’s a superb base for your adventures and a relaxing place to return to after a busy day out and prepare your evening meal together whilst you swap stories about your day. The lodge has a ramp (has a small lip on the bottom) entrance making it easier to access but it is not fully adapted for wheelchair use.A travel cot is provided free of charge, which will fit in the master bedroom only and will be left in the lodge for you to put up. Please bring your own bedding for the travel cot. White Cross Bay is in a fabulous location, on the shores of Lake Windermere, with clubhouse and shop.. With views across the water and to the surrounding fells, you are literally in the heart of the Lake District and your lodge will be just a few yards from the waterside. Note: Some facilities on the park are subject to extra cost such as use of the pool, entertainment, bar and restaurant. 500 yards up the main A591 is Brockhole Lake District Visitor Centre, with its gardens, house, café, restaurant, walks, boats, adventure playground and Tree Top Trek: there’s lots to do! You’re also just two miles from Windermere village with shops, cafes and pubs, and three miles from Bowness boat landings, where the cruisers come in. Bowness is a cosmopolitan village with award-winning restaurants and pubs and quirky shops, a cinema and the World of Beatrix Potter attraction. Three miles in the other direction, head to Ambleside, another bustling town with shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants and of course, walks in every direction. Two miles north on the A592 is the pretty village of Troutbeck, home to two traditional pubs with log fires: The Queens Head and the Mortal man; Holehird Gardens, and the National Trust’s Townend House. Further on you climb up to the magnificent Kirkstone Pass, then drop down to Brotherswater & Ullswater. A wonderful place to make your happy memories of the Lake District.
The twin towns of Bowness and Windermere are both vibrant, fun-filled places set within the splendid scenery of the Lake District. Both towns provide a range of amenities, shops and restaurants to suit all tastes whilst Ambleside offers the additional attraction of a boat ride to Bowness, the Lakeside Aquarium and Beatrix Potter's 'Hill Top House' at Sawrey. Grizedale Forest Park is within easy driving distance and is home to a range of activities including many good walks, mountain biking and the 'Go Ape' adventure park. The region also boasts many National Trust properties as well as a variety of water sports for those who prefer a more adrenaline-fuelled trip. Children will enjoy a trip to the 'World of Beatrix Potter' in Bowness whilst the villages of Grasmere, Coniston Water, Kendal, Keswick and the Lakeland Mountains are all within easy reach.
Accommodation
Please note from 1st September 2023, dogs will be accepted at Ridgway.
Three bedrooms: 1 x double bed with ensuite shower room with double width walk-in shower, hand basin and WC, 2 x twin beds, travel cot provided for master bedroom, (bring own bedding) family bathroom with bath over shower, basin, WC, electric razor point.
Spacious open plan living, dining and kitchen area, outdoor gated deck, a BBQ slab is provided, bring your own disposable bbq and dispose of it responsibly.
Please note from 1st September 2023, up to 2 dogs will be accepted at Ridgway.
Full gas central heating.
Gas hob and electric oven, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, 55” TV, DVD player.
Hot Tub - please note, use of hot tub is between 10am and 10pm only.
electric fire, outdoor patio furniture.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels incl in rent (please bring own beach towels).
Parking for two cars.
Please note that the charging of electric vehicles is not permitted at this lodge, the nearest charging point can be found at Booths Supermarket in Windermere.
Complimentary WiFi is provided by the park and subject to fair usage guidelines, Quality and reliability of connection will vary based on the number of people using it, prevailing weather conditions and therefore may be limited or slower than you are used to, WiFi is for personal use only and is not intended for high data usage, gaming and/or use for business purposes, This is only suitable for page browsing and sending emails, Bookings cannot be accepted if they are solely reliant on the provision of uninterrupted and unlimited Wi-Fi, We are not held responsible or liable for the WiFi on the park.
If you encounter any issues with the WiFi, please contact White Cross Bay reception.
Access to the local leisure facilities is complimentary and can be withdrawn at any time without financial penalty, we as the letting agent or the property owner cannot be held responsible for this provision in service, as it’s subject to third-party provider located off site.
Note: For use of the onsite facilities, a complex pass is required, these can be purchased from reception.
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