“It would be helpful if the code to access the barrier at the entrance was included in the welcome text, we arrived at 18:35, rang the number on the text (which stated the office was open 9am to 9pm.”
) the automated reply stated that the office closed at 5pm. We tried the reception on-site, also closed, as the arrival time is currently after 16:00 it may be useful to have staff available until a reasonable time, we eventually got the code from a member of bar staff within the clubhouse. The property is located within a holiday park complex, although it is not a problem as the site is relatively quiet. Location of lodge is great, overlooking Lake Windermere. The Lodge is a few years old and in good condition, there was a slight smell of damp in the main bedroom, (this is the wettest part of England), this i believe is down to the debris, leaf litter and dead wood accumulating behind the lodge, the groundsman on the site also used the area to dispose of the grass cuttings from his mower. There were a few items that require attention, faulty bedside lamp in small bedroom that tripped out the electrics for the lodge, shower door in en-suite was off the bottom rail, there was toothpaste smear on the wall and towel rail in the same en-suite, leaves and small twigs are blocking the rainwater gutters, causing water to cascade over and down the patio doors, the addition of a leaf guard to the gutters may stop this. Bowness-on-Windermere is a pretty location, plenty of activities and attractions, lots of pubs, restaurants, shops and takeaways. Great location to explore the lakes and hills.This lodge is in an ideal location with just a small amount of attention lacking, which is what will remain in our memory.
What did you enjoy most about your stay?
The views over the lake, and the town.
What one experience (e.g attraction, walk, day out) would you recommend for our future guests?
Walk to the top of Brant Fell view point, a short but tricky walk from Bowness, the views are fantastic.
- Mr Graham Lewis, Sep 2020
