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Derwentwater - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms

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Private kitchen
Fireplace
2 bedrooms, internet
Exterior
Terrace/patio

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Pet friendly

About this property

Entire place

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

Derwentwater - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms

Sit back and relax in Derwentwater, a ground floor apartment with views spanning across nearby fells and waterways. A stay here will grant you privacy to bask in the sunshine with easy access to nearby sights and delights. Set on the grounds of the picturesque Esthwaite farm, Derwentwater is a quaint ground floor cottage that boasts stunning views. You can also make use of the large lawned area complete with seating overlooking the stunning lake and countryside surroundings, so whether you’re a couple looking for a romantic break or a small family looking for the perfect escape to the serenity of the lakes, this apartment is the perfect choice for a memorable holiday in the hidden gem that is our Esthwaite Howe Farmyard. All of our Esthwaite Howe apartments are fitted with a kitchen with an oven, microwave, kettle and toaster, as well as basic cooking utensils and cutlery, etc. Each bathroom also has a heated towel rail and clothes airer. The communal laundry facilities with both washer and dryer are found to the right-hand side of the courtyard as you enter, just across from the garbage area, which guests are welcome to use at their leisure. Do not hesitate to be in touch if you have any questions and we will be more than happy to help.

Property manager

Graythwaite Estate

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Internet access

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Shower

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Things to do

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Bicycle parking
  • Bicycle storage
  • Recycling

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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

Property is also known as

577360

About the neighborhood

Map
Near Sawrey, Cumbria

What's nearby

  • Hill Top Farm - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Lake Windermere - 3 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Bowness Pier - 10 min drive - 5.1 km
  • World of Beatrix Potter - 11 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre - 15 min drive - 14.9 km

Getting around

  • Burneside Station - 20 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Pier Coffee Shop - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Boathouse Bar & Restaurant - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Lake View - Bowness - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Lake View Garden Bar - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Derwentwater - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Derwentwater - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Derwentwater - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Derwentwater - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms located?

Situated in Ambleside, this apartment building is 0.2 mi (0.4 km) from Hill Top Farm and 1.6 mi (2.6 km) from Lake Windermere. Claife Viewing Station and Windermere West Shore and Windermere Ferry are also within 3 mi (5 km).

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Derwentwater - sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 13 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steven G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
2 night stay at derwent water.
Great cottage and great location . Lovely surrounding area . Will definitely go back .
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
We loved our stay. The Derwentwater was exactly as listed — clean and comfortable. The setting was amazingly peaceful and serene. It was beautiful. We took lovely walks and enjoyed amazing scenery at every turn. We would love to come back some day.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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8/10 Good

Beautiful location
A nice property in a stunning location. Ample parking and beautiful views in a quiet corner of the lakes.
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10/10 Excellent

Half term family break
Lovely little cottage in a great location. This is was our third stay at this location and will definitely book again.
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10/10 Excellent

short 3 night stay
stayed before several times at different Graythwaite cottages and loved all of them, this little cottage had everything you need and the views of Esthwaite from the patio area stunning will not hesitate to book again.
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10/10 Excellent

Great stay as always
This was our 5th stay in Derwentwater. It is a great place for our dogs and convenient to lots of dog approved walking routes. It helped that we had some great weather for April as well!
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10/10 Excellent

Home from home
Lovely views and warm and comfortable property. Have been in previous years and can't wait to return again next year.

10/10 Excellent

Alan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A Gem of a Place
Well maintained and euipped, great location, superb views. Private terrace over looking pasture land was a great bonus. A few niggles , no bedside reading lamp in one bedroom, no where to put soaps etc in the shower, one mattress too soft , needs replacing? Will definitely book it again!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
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8/10 Good

jane e.

Perfect location
Small but perfectly formed cottage for a few days in the lakes. Great views across the fields to the lake, the peace and quiet was just great. Staff so helpful when we had a few problems, prompt and friendly, what more can u ask.
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10/10 Excellent

Early autumn break at Esthwaite.
We have stayed many times at this property and it never disappoints. The large paddock is great for the dog to play. The quiet location is perfect and the cottage is ideal for a relaxing, dog-friendly break.
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8/10 Good

Derwentwater, Esthwaite Farm.
We enjoyed a much-needed relaxing week at Derwentwater. The cottage was comfy and cosy and provided everything we needed. We have stayed here several times and hope to come back.
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8/10 Good

Lovely stay at Esthwaite Howe
We stayed at Derwentwater for 4 nights. The ground floor apartment was perfect for us and our dog, with direct access to the shared grounds and Esthwaite water. The apartment was warm and cosy and the bed was so comfy! Location is great for exploring local walks as well as a great base for heading off in the car. We'll definitely be back!
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10/10 Excellent

Relaxing break
This is the 2nd time in Derwentwater cottage. 3rd time staying in a Graythwaite estates cottage. Fab location and lovely cottage. Perfect place for a dog owner. It was cold and wet (it’s the lakes!!). The cottage was well heated and the water hot. Perfect after a cold wet walk. Cosily sitting in front of the log burner with a drink of hot chocolate
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10/10 Excellent

Holiday
A lovely stay only improvement is The heating needs to be on as it was cold on arrival Some lighting on the courtyard as it was on pitch black. The step up to the front needs a fluorescent nosing as it’s not visible and my husband tripped and fell again due to how dark it was on arrival
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8/10 Good

Derwent Water cottage
Overall this cottage was great for what we needed however the TV was a bit of an issue as you needed to log in using your personal details to get access to BBC due to the TV not having an external Arial. this was further complicated as the BB signal is not great so spent most to the time buffing. I also felt the on site car charging rates were extremely high and especially as they had increased form 38 pence per KW in March to 60 pence per KW and the price of electric is coming down I would welcome a review of this especially as a returning customer
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10/10 Excellent

Comfortable family stay
We stayed for 7 nights with our two young girls. The property was very clean and comfortable- all the kitchen appliances were particularly spotless. Beds were comfortable, lovely blinds in bedrooms (perfect for black out with kids) and you could tell that someone had put a lot of thought into how to make the place extra comfortable for a longer break- I.e. hooks on backs of all doors, lots of places to hang wet coats near radiators, lots of cupboard space in the kitchen and shelves in convenient places in the bathroom etc. The views were beautiful and we enjoyed our little terrace even though the weather wasn’t great while we stayed. We found the kitchen items provided were perfect for basic meals and my only comment would be that the frying pans need replacing as it was very difficult to cook with them. Saucepans seemed new and worked great. A really lovely stay and we would definitely recommend to others.
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8/10 Good

Stuart A.

Lake District Birthday break with dogs and elderly
Stayed in Dewentwater Cottage, part of Graythwaite How in Far Sawrey. Accommodation was slightly smaller than we thought, We had 3 adults though, one with walking issues and it was good for what we needed. Very clean, and tidy, everything worked well in the kitchen. TV was limited, but wifi worked well. Shower was very small (and we are a tad overweight), but water pressure very good and plenty of hot water so again for holiday let you dont need much. Lovely little patio with views as well to Estwaite water. Bedrooms were small again, and beds were a little soft for us with back issues, but nothing wrong with them really. Wonderful location, quiet with only small country lanes to get there so its a slow drive, was easy to find. But local pub in village, with National Trust Hill Top and B&B/hotels that serve food as well. Short drive to Hawkshead and easy to get to Coniston and Windermere. We went to Grasmere, Hawkshead, steam train and Windermere boat ride, which are easily accessible. Hawkshead has a Coop and so does Coniston, lots of little cafes a short drive out. Joeys Cafe at Claife Viewing station is lovely and friendly. Didnt know it was vegan til we got there, but the Vegan Sausage rolls were surprising nice, even though I really wanted meat! More importantly, we had 2 dogs, great for them, with patio and a field behind and lots of country lanes for walks (didnt let them off lead though)
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8/10 Good

A fantastic stay!
We had a wonderful time in Derwentwater Cottage at Esthwaite Howe! The cottage is in a lovely peaceful location with Esthwaite water nearby, as well as lots of fantastic places to visit such as Hill Top Farm down the road and Hawkshead, Ambleside, Windermere and Coniston all within a short drive. Check-in was easy with a key lockbox and there was plenty of parking. In terms of the cottage itself, it had comfy beds, responsive heating, a powerful shower as well as nice towels and bedding. The log-burner made it feel especially cosy on a cold rainy evening! The team at Graythwaite Estate were friendly and helpful and responded quickly by sending someone from the maintenance team to fix the WiFi issues we were having on the first day. There were a couple of things that could be improved to make the cottage even better for future guests. We were told that there would be two sets of keys in the lockbox but there was only one. This didn't bother us as we only needed one but might be helpful for others to have the option of two. The oven settings have been rubbed off so it was difficult to tell whether you were grilling or cooking! There was a lingering dog smell in the cottage when we first arrived which I guess is one of the difficulties of having dog-friendly accommodation. It would also be really helpful to have a little booklet of attractions/walk recommendations for the local area. Having said that, all in all we had an amazing time and would definitely recommend Derwentwater for anyone looking for a enjoyable stay in the Lake District!
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8/10 Good

properties are not what they used to be.
We’ve been using Graythwaite properties for a number of years but over the last 2 to 3 years we have notice a considerable decline in cleanliness and overall repair. On our most recent stay will we discovered mouldy walls, in corners and behind beds. The bedrooms smelt fusty which is how we came to check. Not good for anyone asthmatic. Furniture does not appear to be periodically moved to clean. The shower cubicle had black mould too, The patio area was unusable with broken furniture, weeds, moss and grass growing all over. Just not very inviting and neglected.

10/10 Excellent

Manuela W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location
Comfortable property in a stunning setting
We have loved
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
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8/10 Good

Lovely building in a quiet area
Great location and very comfortable cottage. It is however very under equipped, especially in the kitchen. A small standing wardrobe wouldn't go amiss in the double bed bedroom as there is nowhere to hang clothes.
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8/10 Good

August 24
Had a lovely holiday. Ideal location for family and dogs. Could do with a bigger fridge for four people.
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10/10 Excellent

Again all was good, i just want to know about the fishing on Esthwaite lake next year.
Enjoyed our stay again, I want to contact the estate to find out about the fishing next year so i can book again.