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Bijou 17th Century Cottage

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Nestled in a picturesque setting, this charming Grade 2 listed cottage boasts original features such as panelled wood doors and Stuart beams. With a log burner, beautifully dressed windows, and exposed oak beams, guests can unwind after exploring the nearby lakes on foot.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

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

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About this property

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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 amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

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

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

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

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park 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)

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

Events

No events 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
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 - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Orrest Head - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre - 2 min drive - 2.0 km
  • World of Beatrix Potter - 4 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Bowness Pier - 4 min drive - 4.0 km

Getting around

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

Restaurants

  • ‪Homeground - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Beresfords Restaurant - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Boathouse - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Hooked - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Brew Room - ‬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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Reviews

Bijou 17th Century Cottage Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.2

Cleanliness

9.4

Location

9.0

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 161 out of 230 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 59 out of 230 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 230 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 230 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 230 reviews

Reviews

8/10 Good

Mirain

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A lovely property which served perfect for what we needed! A central location in the Lakes and was not far from anywhere. Brilliant
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

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

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

Angus B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely little cottage

We really enjoyed our short stay here. The cottage was full of character but cleverly modernised with a well- equipped kitchen squeezed in at the foot of the stairs. The bathroom had a great shower. The cottage is in a great location with walks from the door but just near the town.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 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

8/10 Good

James L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quaint cottage

A good spot to explore the Lakes District. Quiet area.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend in the Lakes

Three stunning days in and around Windermere, lots of exploring and walking. Picture perfect. Cottage is delightful for a couple, beautifully maintained and equipped.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Abby H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage!

We had a lovely stay in this cottage for our Lake District holiday this year. The cottage is sweet and well equipped, and is a great base for exploring the area. It was lovely to return to the peaceful cottage after our wedding day on the Wednesday! Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2024

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

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

Robert E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lake district

Good location and comfortable stay. Very good for us as we enjoy hiking
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Susan I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cottage in Troutbeck Bridge

We loved our stay in this cottage. The owners have put such thought into the items and I loved the textiles and pictures. It was super comfy and a real treat to stay at the cottage. Although easy access via a main road and spar garage for goodies, the cottage itself is in a private road and set back. We were able to walk from the cottage to the most glorious walks. A great treat.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Eamonn C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Ambleside

The property is undoubtedly small. It was very clean and comfortable - a perfect base for exploring this wonderful area. Plenty of grocery stores and pubs/restaurants in surrounding area. A very steep narrow staircase leading to the second level of the property. I note this has been mentioned in other reviews too. Overall, my wife and I were very satisfied with the property.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 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

Julie H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a wonderful cottage, just the right size and so comfortable. Near all the stops I was visiting

Everything was superb
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Gillian S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent location for the villages around Windermere, cosy cottage with private parking

Very easy to rent online and every detail for your stay is sent to you by email, no messing just straight forward
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2022

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