On the lake, this 3-bedroom cottage accommodates 6 guests with 1 bathroom. It features games for entertainment and offers access to nearby golf. Enjoy hiking, biking, and birdwatching in the mountains, while Orrest Head and Lake Windermere provide additional attractions.
Highlights
Made for relaxation
Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.
Games
A rare find - enjoy a variety of games available on-site.
At the centre of it all
Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
Discover nearby landmarks
Walk to Lake Windermere
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Washing machine
Internet
Refrigerator
Garden
Bathtub
Fireplace
Explore the area
Windermere, Cumbria, ENG
Orrest Head
Place, Orrest Head
14 min walk
Lake Windermere
Place, Lake Windermere
18 min walk
World of Beatrix Potter
Place, World of Beatrix Potter
6 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Basement twin bedroom
2 Single Beds
Bunk bed room
2 Single Beds
Master Bedroom with Ensuite
1 King Bed
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Ensuite shower room
Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only
Main bathroom
Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
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 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.
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This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
About the area
Windermere
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 Rydal Hall Labyrinth are also worth visiting. Kayaking and waterskiing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with mountain biking and horse riding nearby.
Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories - 6 min drive - 4.3 km
Getting around
Windermere Station - 3 min walk
Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 127 min drive
Restaurants
The Albert - 3 min drive
The Westmorland Inn - 2 min drive
Trattoria - 3 min drive
Brown Sugar - 2 min walk
The Magic Roundabout - 3 min drive
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 does it cost to stay at Traditional Grade 2 listed cottage. Quiet area of central Windermere. Log stove?
As of 23 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Traditional Grade 2 listed cottage. Quiet area of central Windermere. Log stove on 23 Nov 2026 start from £343, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Traditional Grade 2 listed cottage. Quiet area of central Windermere. Log stove?
This property doesn't offer parking.
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.
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
A wonderful stay in Windermere, in a lovely and super comfy place... Thanks a ton to Jean&Simon for their hyper efficient communication, everything has been so easy for us in your cottage !
Comfortably furnished cottage in quiet location, yet very convenient to Windermere village, the train and bus station, tourist information centre, and supermarket. More than adequate kitchen, good to have en suite bathroom as well as main bathroom. Nice outdoor sitting area. Ideal base for exploring the Lake District.
This is a lovely property in a great location. The town centre is just around the corner. You cannot park here (except to drop off) so be prepared for that. However, the station is nearby so it's ideal for a car-free trip.
Superb location! Very nice charming cottage for 2 or 4. If 2 out of 6 are kids, it would also work well-- the basement bedroom looked nice, if a bit remote from the 2 upstairs bathrooms. Jean and Simon were very responsive and accommodating. We would highly recommend this place!
The cottage is beautiful. 3 lovely bedrooms and 2 bathrooms. Kitchen bits and bobs well stocked and lovely quality that you would have in your own home. Would certainly return.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jun 2026
Thank you for your kind review. Glad you enjoyed Santon Cottage facilities. Welcome back anytime. Simon and Jean
Glad you liked the location of Santon Cottage - so handy for shops, pubs, cafes, restaurants and transport. Love your description of super cute! Jean and Simon
The cottage was updated, clean, and in a perfect, quiet location. It was within very easy walking distance of the train station, Booth's grocery store, and the Mountain Goat tour company, in addition to Windermere's shops and restaurants.Beyond that, the cottage itself was a charming glimpse into an earlier age, albeit with all the modern conveniences. We enjoyed speculating on when it might have been built, given the heavy stone floor in the kitchen and the wood beams above the window frames.The hosts made the experience of checking in and out easy, and were responsive to my questions. If we were to return to the Lake District, we would definitely want to rent this cottage again.
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Jun 2026
Thank you for your lovely review. So pleased you enjoyed your stay at Santon Cottage. The cottage was built around the 1830's. Welcome back anytime. Thanks Jean and Simon.
Fantastic cottage, warm, well equipped. Exactly as advertised. Highly recommended if you want to be in centre of Windermere.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Feb 2026
So pleased you enjoyed your Santon Cottage stay, Matthew. It's great being secluded and quite but just 2 minutes from shops, restaurants, bars and stations.
Many thanks, Jean Simon
Cottage ideally located in centre of Windermere town, very clean with all required amenities for a comfortable stay. Parking a bit tricky, otherwise perfect.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Dec 2025
Thank you for your review. Pleased you found the cottage ideally situated within Windermere. Jean and Simon
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
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug 2024
Thank you for your review. So glad you enjoyed your stay. Pleased you found places locally to park, we have never had an issue in parking nearby. Simon and Jean
The location of the property is superb, and it made a great base from which we could explore and hike around the Lake District. We loved staying there so much that a part of us really did not want to leave at the end our holiday.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Jun 2025
So pleased to hear that you had a great stay at Santon Cottage to explore the Lakes. The cottage is in an ideal location for hiking the hills. Jean and Simon
This is a truly amazing place to stay. The lake district is wonderful anyway but being in this cottage made it even better. It has everything you will need and loads to do right on the doorstep.
The communication with the host beforehand was excellent. All the information was accurate and clear. Arriving was lovely - the pictures seemed to undersell it! Really nice place. It was one of the hottest days of the year, and the home remained cool. One of the rooms was a basement room, which made for a lovely night's sleep. There was an oil heater down there as well, which would be sure to keep it warm when it's cooler. Obviously, didn't have a chance to use the woodburner! TV worked well for watching a World Cup match. Very short walk into the town and great transport access (buses from down in the town or from the train station, about a minute's walk up) as well. There is a large range cooker, but one of the knobs made one of the ovens unusable. Had planned for an oven dinner on arrival, and this was a shock, but the electric oven on the right did work. Travel in the area: We were in and out of Ambleside for the weekend - the buses are 4 minimum for every trip, no matter how close or how far, it could potentially add up if someone is on a budget and going about the lakes, but the bus driver said a day rider would be 12.
Amazing cozy cottage perfect for our family Christmas get away
The cottage is not only beautiful but has everything you need and the hosts were so friendly and helpful we want to book for next Christmas xx
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Jan 2023
Thank you for your kind comments and review. You are more than welcome to book Santon Cottage again next December. Thanks Simon and Jean
About the host
Hosted by Simon and Jean
Hello Lake District lovers. Simon and Jean welcome you to our Windermere Cottage. We live in the Isle of Man but spend time walking in the Lakes as often as we can. We hope you too will enjoy the many recreational opportunities that the area offers using Santon Cottage as a wonderful base. Old rustic charm with modern amenities for your comfortable and memorable stay.
Why they chose this property
Secluded & quiet, but in the heart of Windermere with its many restaurants, cafes, pubs and shops. Many other local facilities and excellent transport links (3 minutes walk from rail & bus stations).
What makes this property unique
Grade 2 listed 1840s Lakeland stone cottage. Centrally situated but in a quiet area. Use of a log burning stove for those cosy evenings.
Languages:
English
Premier Host
They consistently provide great experiences for their guests