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Bijou 17th Century Cottage

Escape to this cosy village retreat for walkers with breathtaking views over Windermere from your doorstep. Simply park up and indulge in local fells scenery within walking distance.

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Pool
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
TV, fireplace
Property grounds
Interior

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

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

Bijou 17th Century Cottage

This unique, characterful property has been thoughtfully designed to make the best use of space available and is Grade 2 listed. It lies in a picturesque setting and results in a charming cottage with a wealth of interesting and original features – panelled wood doors and wardrobe and Stuart beams. The holiday home boasts a reading/dressing room, a log burner, beautifully dressed windows with stylish fabrics and accessories. Original Lakeland slate flooring and exposed oak beams, with contemporary oak flooring upstairs. The view of local fells can be seen from the southern kitchen and bedroom windows, tempting for walkers. Guests can simply park up for the week and enjoy the lakes on foot. The cottage has walks straight from the door, along with breathtaking lake and mountain scenery. This cosy village cottage is designed for two. Note: No children allowed, including infants or smoking, but dogs may be considered. Shop (Spar), ATM, garage and gastro pub 50 metres away.

The cottage was built by 1690 and was originally part of the Coaching House, now Traditional Grade II Listed, and stables on the main Windermere route.

Outstanding, circular walk from the cottage to Troutbeck; after a visit to the National Trust Townend Hall, have a drink at The Mortal Man then follow old tracks and footpaths up to the top of Wansfell, for outstanding views over Windermere and Ambleside.

Property manager

Lorraine and Chris

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Electric kettle
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Limited housekeeping
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In the mountains
  • Near the bay
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme parks 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)

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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
Welcoming dogs only
2 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
Note from host: Please make a request for a pet from the owner.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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

Boutique 17th Century
Boutique 17th Century Cottage Cottage
Boutique 17th Century Cottage Windermere
Boutique 17th Century Cottage Cottage Windermere

About the neighborhood

Map
Windermere, ENG

What's nearby

  • Lake Windermere - 18 min walk
  • Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre - 2 min drive
  • World of Beatrix Potter - 4 min drive
  • Bowness Pier - 4 min drive
  • Orrest Head - 5 min drive

Getting around

  • Windermere Station - 3 min drive
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 100 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Homeground - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Brown Sugar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Boathouse - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Tilly Bar & Kitchen - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Cafe Italia - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Bijou 17th Century Cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Bijou 17th Century Cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Bijou 17th Century Cottage?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Bijou 17th Century Cottage located?

Situated in the mountains, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Holehird Gardens and Lake Windermere. Treetop Trek and Orrest Head are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Bijou 17th Century Cottage Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 158 out of 223 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 57 out of 223 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 223 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 3 out of 223 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 223 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Ed B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in
Charming cottage
Everything was lovely but isolated. Fortunately the bus service was wonderful. Be warned, there are steep narrow stairs to access the bedroom.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

Ruth P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Rosebud Cottage Windermere
Lovely cottage full of character Some tlc required: oven graphics worn away; bedside table loose from the wall; kitchen tap wobbly! Otherwise, great!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ella M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
Great location and a lovely cottage, thank you!
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Karen A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely small cottage
Lovely stay very cosy
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Elaine A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quaint little cottage
Gorgeous little cottage. Well positioned with good walks and places to eat. Lots to do in the area. Safe allocated parking and good bus service.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Maria E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect location for visit to the Lakes District
Well-located charming cottage. Pub/restaurant and convenience store steps away. Windermere center is about a 30 minute walk. Several nice hikes up to Troutbeck right outside the door.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Nova S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location
Disliked: Cleanliness, listing accuracy
Disappointed
We love the Lake District but we were very disappointed and dismayed at the level of cleanliness and state of the property. Yes it’s very old and there is no doubt it has charm and history, but it wasn’t clean and it isn’t looked after. It was very cold downstairs, even with the heating on, and damp with wet patches on the floor. It definitely wasn’t worth the money.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Margaret C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
New Year Getaway
Beautiful cottage in perfect location to explore the lakes. Bus stop at the end of the road making it very easy to get around. Had a very lovely stay and would return.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Charlotte C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stay
Cute little cottage in a good location with everything you would need. Stairs are typical of the age of the cottage, after a day out in the hills they became a challenge in themselves! Overall lovely couple days away. Thanks! Spar across the road had everything you would need including logs and kindling.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nicholas K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place
Just as it said on the tin Nice house great location, buses great and easy to use
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place for lakes
Quiet and peaceful location short drive or walk to Windermere Lovely walks Good value
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
A great cottage. Very quaint and cosy. 10/10
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Eleanor P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage in a wonderful location
Really lovely little cottage in a beautiful location with easy access to some really lovely walks
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Mandy S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely beautiful
Rosebud cottage was beautiful. Stress free check-in. Cottage had everything you need. Comfortably furnished. This was our first time to the lakes (which we absolutely loved), the location of the cottage is perfect, just a 10 min drive & your in Bowness. Which has a great, friendly vibe. With loads of restaurants & bars/ cafes. We had the best weekend & we will definitely be booking again. ☆☆☆☆☆
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Monica W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful cottage in beautiful location
We had a fantastic week. There is so much to see and do in the area. We walked and rode our motor bike to unique places with beautiful views.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

joe c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it
Loved the stay at this cottage! Very cosy and perfect location
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Stephen H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Cottage
A compact historic cottage. Just the place to get away to the Lakes for some time with your partner. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Julie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely break
Had a lovely weekend break enjoying the countryside with the dog! Cottage had everything you could need.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jackie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute cottage
We had a lovely stay at the cottage! Such a convenient spot for access to hikes and places of beauty in the Lake District.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Lucy F.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely, cosy cottage.
We really enjoyed our stay at this beautiful cottage. It's in a great location and is the perfect place to cosy up by the fire and to use as a base to explore the Lakes. This was our second visit and we'll defnitely be back!
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

James B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely little cottage
Lovely accommodation. Good location. Very comfy night sleep and helpful host.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

8/10 Good

Jacqui H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Lakes cottage
Great cottage. Thought the location would be more rural. Overall good location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

4/10 Poor

Paul M.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
14 Brooks Street
Nice little cottage on a busy bus route, wasn’t very welcoming on first impressions, con webs throughout the accommodation and smelt foisy, the mirror in the sitting room and bedroom looked like they had been cleaned with a floor cloth, the kitchen window was so dirty it was difficult to see down the drive. Spent about £35 on kindling & logs trying to warm the place up, booked for a week which was far too long, 2-3 nights would have been enough. Came home a day early, wouldn’t recommend it to family or friends…
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kate H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect cosy retreat.
Beautiful cosy cottage, ideally situated for exploring Windermere, Ambleside Grassmere. Comfortable with everything you need.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Cute and quaint cottage
My husband and I had a lovely time at this cottage. It was clean, had a great location and had good interior decor. A great place to stay for 2 people and great value. Good communication with the owner too.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023