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THE POSTMASTERS HOUSE, character holiday cottage in Windermere
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3 bedrooms 1 bathroom Sleeps 5 130 sq m
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Explore the area
Windermere, Cumbria & The Lake District
- Lake Windermere2 min drive
- World of Beatrix Potter2 min drive
- Bowness Pier3 min drive
- Barrow-In-Furness (BWF-Walney Island)61 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
1 Single Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Garden
Dining area
About this property
THE POSTMASTERS HOUSE, character holiday cottage in Windermere
This three-storey cottage sits in the centre of Windermere and can sleep five people in three bedrooms.
The Postmasters House is a three-storey cottage nestled in the heart of Windermere, The Lake District. Hosting three bedrooms, including a super-king-size (zip/link, can be twins on request), a double and a single, along with a bathroom, this property can sleep five guests. There is also a kitchen/diner with a woodburning stove and a lounge with electric fire. To the outside is paved patio with seating and off-road parking for one car, plus an additional two parking permits roadside. The Postmasters House is a substantial property given its central location in Windermere, providing a fabulous hideaway with friends and family.
Amenities: Gas central heating with underfloor heating, gas fire. Smart TV and WiFi. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Travel cot and highchair provided. Off-road parking for 1 small/medium sized car outside the property. Front patio with furniture. Sorry, no smoking. Shop and pub 0.1 miles
Region: Impressive mountains, open fells and clear-water lakes, the Lake District has it all. From walking in the mountains to exhilarating watersports or just a gentle cruise on a steam-powered yacht, Cumbria is the perfect holiday destination.
Town: Windermere enjoys a fabulous position with the Lake District National Park, neighbouring the twin town of Bowness-on-Windermere. The town boasts a great variety of amenities, including shops, restaurants, pubs, bars and ice cream shops, as weill as access to the town of Ambleside where you'll find the Lakeside Aquarium and Beatrix Potter's Hill Top House. Other attractions in the area include the scenic Grizedale Forest, perfect for walkers and cyclists and the World of Beatrix Potter, which is sure to be appreciated by literary lovers.
The Postmasters House is a three-storey cottage nestled in the heart of Windermere, The Lake District. Hosting three bedrooms, including a super-king-size (zip/link, can be twins on request), a double and a single, along with a bathroom, this property can sleep five guests. There is also a kitchen/diner with a woodburning stove and a lounge with electric fire. To the outside is paved patio with seating and off-road parking for one car, plus an additional two parking permits roadside. The Postmasters House is a substantial property given its central location in Windermere, providing a fabulous hideaway with friends and family.
Amenities: Gas central heating with underfloor heating, gas fire. Smart TV and WiFi. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Travel cot and highchair provided. Off-road parking for 1 small/medium sized car outside the property. Front patio with furniture. Sorry, no smoking. Shop and pub 0.1 miles
Region: Impressive mountains, open fells and clear-water lakes, the Lake District has it all. From walking in the mountains to exhilarating watersports or just a gentle cruise on a steam-powered yacht, Cumbria is the perfect holiday destination.
Town: Windermere enjoys a fabulous position with the Lake District National Park, neighbouring the twin town of Bowness-on-Windermere. The town boasts a great variety of amenities, including shops, restaurants, pubs, bars and ice cream shops, as weill as access to the town of Ambleside where you'll find the Lakeside Aquarium and Beatrix Potter's Hill Top House. Other attractions in the area include the scenic Grizedale Forest, perfect for walkers and cyclists and the World of Beatrix Potter, which is sure to be appreciated by literary lovers.
Property manager
Sykes Holiday Cottages
Languages
English
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Adults only
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets 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
About the area
Windermere
Windermere is home to this cottage. Old Laundry Theatre and Armitt Museum and Gallery are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Claife Viewing Station and Windermere West Shore and Townend. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Ambleside Climbing Wall or Parkside Road. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
Windermere, Cumbria & The Lake District
What's nearby
- Lake Windermere - 2 min drive - 1.9 km
- World of Beatrix Potter - 2 min drive - 1.8 km
- Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
- Bowness Pier - 3 min drive - 2.2 km
- Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre - 5 min drive - 4.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Homeground - 2 min walk
- Brown Sugar - 2 min walk
- Base Pizza - 2 min drive
- The Tilly Bar & Kitchen - 1 min walk
- The Coffee Bean - 2 min drive
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About the host
Hosted by Sykes Holiday Cottages

Over three floors. Three bedrooms: 1 x super-king-size (zip/link, can be twins on request please note this must be requested prior to arrival), 1 x King-size, 1 x second-floor single. Bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC. Kitchen/diner with gas fire. Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washer/dryer. Sitting room with electric fire.
What makes this property unique
Gas central heating with underfloor heating, gas fire. Smart TV and WiFi. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Travel cot and highchair available on request. Off-road parking for 1 small/medium sized car and 1 roadside parking permits. Front patio with furniture. Sorry, no smoking. Shop and pub 0.1 miles
Languages:
English
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