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Traditional Grade 2 listed cottage. Quiet area of central Windermere. Log stove

Lakefront cottage with kitchen and fireplace

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3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi - Traditional Grade 2 listed cottage. Quiet area of central Windermere. Log stove (Windermere, Cumbria)
Santon Cottage, nestled in a secluded spot, is the perfect retreat for a relaxing getaway. With its log burning stove and smart TV, this cozy Lakeland cottage offers comfort and tranquility after exploring Windermere village or hiking in the surrounding hills.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Traditional Grade 2 listed cottage. Quiet area of central Windermere. Log stove

Santon Cottage is a Grade Two traditional Lakeland stone terraced cottage dating from 1840, located three minutes walk from Windermere train station and close to the village centre and its many amenities. It is in a very quiet secluded position.
Our cottage sleeps six comfortably (4 adults 2 children), and consists of three bedrooms.
Price includes bedding (all beds made up ready for your arrival), towels, electricity, central heating, pre and post cleaning, internet, Smart TV and use of a log burning stove.
The master bedroom has a large king size bed with ensuite (walk in shower, toilet and wash hand basin), wardrobe, dressing table and hairdryer and charging points.
The second bedroom has full size bunk beds, chest of drawers and mirror. A travel cot is stored under the bunk beds and a portable stair-gate is stored behind door.
The third bedroom, in the basement, has twin single beds accessed down characterful stone stairs. Open low beams add to the charm. There is a chest of drawers and charging points.
The bathroom has a bath with a shower, toilet and hand wash basin.
There is a cosy lounge, with a log burning stove, open beams, two and three seater settees, a smart TV and charging points.
The dining kitchen has original stone-flagged flooring and is well equipped with a rangemaster double oven cooker, dishwasher, microwave, fridge/freezer and an oak table with 6 chairs.
As well as a smart TV and Infinity Wifi, there is a wide selection of books and board games to help you unwind after a day exploring the Lakes or walking in the hills.
To the rear of the cottage is a small enclosed courtyard with a patio table and chairs. In the shed is the washer/dryer machine. At the front is a small garden with rustic seating.
No pets permitted.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car not required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • Games
  • Smart TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Area rugs in public areas
  • Gravel flooring in public areas
  • Handrails in stairways
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Stair-free path to entrance
  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • Near the marina
  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Sledding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • At least 80% lighting from LEDs
  • Bicycle parking
  • Garden
  • Water-efficient showers
  • Water-efficient toilets

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

No pets, no smoking, no noise please.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

Property is also known as

Traditional cottage. Quiet area of Windermere. Log stove Cottage

About the area

Located in Windermere, this cottage is in the mountains and on a lake. Lake Windermere and Yorkshire Dales National Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Treetop Trek and Holehird Gardens. Raw War Paintball and Kendal Museum are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Windermere, Cumbria, ENG

What's nearby

  • Orrest Head - 12 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Lake Windermere - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories - 19 min walk - 1.6 km
  • World of Beatrix Potter - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • Bowness Pier - 3 min drive - 2.3 km

Getting around

  • Windermere Station - 3 min walk
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 127 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Homeground - ‬3 min walk
  • ‪The Westmorland Inn - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Toast - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪The Crafty Baa - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Brown Sugar - ‬2 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Traditional Grade 2 listed cottage. Quiet area of central Windermere. Log stove pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Traditional Grade 2 listed cottage. Quiet area of central Windermere. Log stove?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Traditional Grade 2 listed cottage. Quiet area of central Windermere. Log stove?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Traditional Grade 2 listed cottage. Quiet area of central Windermere. Log stove?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Traditional Grade 2 listed cottage. Quiet area of central Windermere. Log stove located?

Situated on a lake, this cottage 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 3-minute walk.

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Traditional Grade 2 listed cottage. Quiet area of central Windermere. Log stove Reviews

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Cleanliness

9.8

Location

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Christine R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous cottage

Perfectly suited our needsAccurately described and perfectly locatedWill visit again and would highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cottage in superb location.

Had a fantastic stay. Excellent location with easy local parking. Cottage was lovely and clean and a pleasure to stay in.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Lisa B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage

Fabulous cottage, great location, would highly recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Mauritz K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay in Windermere

Property was comfortable and nicely located. Lots of room for our family to spread out and the heated towel rack was great!
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deanne H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable cottage in quiet central location

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Sandon Cottage. Great location - central but quiet. Comfortable beds and wonderful shower. Kitchen facilities excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent cottage

Lovely cottage, clean, spacious, great location close to the pubs, shops and yet very quiet etc. Really great short break in the lakes.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kim N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Location

Beautiful cottage in a perfect location to walk or drive and explore the Lake District.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Charles S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxation in the lakes.

A wonderful location in Windermere. Accessible to all points in and out of the Lake District. A cozy place with excellent amenities.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

PAULINE S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fabulous cottage!

Very close to all shops and transport links. Everything you need to make a break special!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michelle B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect little cottage

We stayed here over the August Bank Holiday (4 adults) and had a lovely time. The cottage was conveniently located in a side street in the centre of Windermere with plenty of free parking nearby. The kitchen was well equipped with everything you could need and nearby there were shops pubs and restaurants.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful break

We had a lovely peaceful weekend, the cottage is beautiful and set in a quiet location and the wood stove was a lovely feature.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Youenn J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Overall good but parking an issue.

Lovely property. Very clean and a great location. Listing says it has parking
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Douglas M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great little short break

Booked this cottage for a short weekend to go up Helvellyn. It was a lovely place to stay, really close to the train station and local shops and pubs but felt super private. And it was clean and cosy which we all needed after a hike! We're already planning to come again.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

sally s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend away

Extremely clean and very well equipped. Highly recommend this property especially for a family group. The only problem is parking facilities especially on a busy weekend. Ideally located right in the centre of Windermere.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short break

2nd time we have stayed at property and cannot fault anything Ideal location very quiet,3 good size bedrooms large kitchen with everything you need,central heating and a log burner can highly recommend this property
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Martin Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Old men walking

Perfect location to dry off, warm up and relax folliwing a hard day walking in the rain. Great location for all local amenities. Parking on street was not an issue. This place was everything we needed. Will definitely consider returning with family.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

marilyn w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very chatming

Very comfy. Convenient to everything loved the kitchen bedrooms were very comfortable in the bathrooms were ver good.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fran B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ideal location for touring!

We were tucked behind a wonderful restaurant in a quiet spot yet only two minutes from buses, trains, tourist information and Mountain Goat tours. Just ideal for us! Good heat, hot water, all appliances worked well, execptionally clean and well-appointed. Our hosts were quick to respond to emails and check-in was a breeze. Would recommend to all!
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Beverley J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Windermere stay

Great position to explore Lake District, clean and comfortable facilities, very well situated in the High Street for shopping or eating out. The range stove is amazing. We were lucky to get a park each night on the street nearby, otherwise would not have been so convenient for parking
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kevin U., Durham

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantistic, comfortable cottage in Windermere village

This is a fantastic cottage right in the heart of Windermere village and is a real "hidden gem" being so close to the amenities yet in a quiet lane away from the main roads. It is a real “home from home” and we had a lovely stay there. We highly recommend it and hope to return - next time we will leave the car behind as the train station is 2 mins walk away and the public transport system is excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic!

The property was spotlessly clean. We were within easy walking distance of Windermere and access to other areas of the Lake District. Would highly recommend this property to anyone wishing to stay in the area. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Thank you very much!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Corinne P., Medicine Hat, AB

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay!

The unit was clean and provided everything we needed for 2 nights. Second floor beds were comfortable (didn't use beds in basement). 3 minute walk to train station, 2 minute walk to major grocery store, lots of restaurants in area. No complaints except the lock to get into the unit was a bit tricky - could be upgraded to something a bit easier).
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Extremely comfortable stay in lovely Santon Cottage

Lovely cottage in a great location with fabulous hosts. Cottage is spotless and so well looked after, really feels like home from home with everything you could possibly need. Warm and welcoming after days out walking. Beds so comfortable and lovely to relax in the front room in the evening. Children absolutely loved the basement room which is warm and nicely converted into a lovely twin room and both of the bedrooms upstairs are a great size for a cottage setting! Stone’s throw away from a lovely high street of nice bars, restaurants and shops. Couldn’t have asked for more for our long Easter weekend in the Lakes - thank you so much 🙏
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Leanne K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Home in a Perfect Location

This is a lovely clean and comfortable home. It is ideally suited in the heart of Windemere within walking distance of the railway/bus station and close to shops and attractions on the lake. There are walking trails close by and at least two National Trust properties in close proximity. Parking is limited, but a stay without a car hire is possible because transportation links are close by and accessible. The house itself is lovely and characterful. It was clean and comfortable. The hosts made us feel very welcome. The host is responsive and helpful. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

emma b.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

comfortable stay

Sparklingly clean, cute cottage, lovely location tucked down a quiet little lane, close to station (though we were there for the lakes comic festival so didn't explore immediate area) . Comfy beds, lots of space. If you're very sensitive to smell, you might find the basement, twin bedroom a teeny little bit damp smelling, but that really was our only tiny quibble, and it only bothered one or two out of the 5 of us, so everyone found a bedroom to be happy in. I slept in the bunk and was very comfortable as it is quite wide and suitable for adults. A very spacious, clean, beautifully decorated and warm cottage. Highly recommend it.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023