Pudding Cottage

Multi-award winning Pudding Cottage has been named both ‘Cumbria Cottage of the Year’ and has been the No. 1 rated property in the Lakes on Trip Advisor several years running. With its combination of pretty exterior, stylish interior and setting just a few hundred yards from the shore of Lake Windermere, it is easy to see why it’s an award winner. For pre-school families, there is a handy supply of nursery gear and toys and the fact there’s an excellent indoor and outdoor kids play centre just a few steps away makes it even more special.

As if that’s not enough, the cottage is so atmospherically set, in the heart of Beatrix Potter’s Lake District with the lovely towns of Ambleside and Windermere within a few minutes drive, that guests would be forgiven for thinking that they might spy resident Jemima Puddle-ducks waiting for breakfast at the back door or Peter Rabbits hopping across the lawns! Tucked up an unmade lane, just a few hundred yards from the shores of Lake Windermere, the Lakeland stone cottage is in a group of barns which were built in the 18th century by the Earl of Lonsdale and boasts glimpses of the Lake from the front and of the communal landscaped gardens to the rear.
The spacious family cottage for six has been tastefully decorated with warm colours, furnished to the highest standards and equipped with high spec mod cons to offer luxurious yet homely 5-star accommodation. Cooking and eating together as a family is a pleasure in the traditional farmhouse-style dining kitchen and a wide window seat overlooking the lawn provides a comfy spot for a quiet cuppa. The bright and spacious living room offers plenty of space for children to play with the toys, games and craft box provided, plus there’s the bonus of a games console in addition to the 50” Smart TV, Blue ray / DVD and Bluetooth speaker, should any dramatic Cumbrian weather roll in.

Each of the three bedrooms at Pudding Cottage has its own welcoming style with close attention to detail. The master en-suite bedroom is in warm pinks and oranges with a white wrought iron bed, the other king size room has a New England twist and the other twin-bedded room is a glorious riot of colour! In the en-suite and house bathroom, hand-made soaps and luxurious toiletries are provided to soothe frazzled parents in a relaxing bath or shower.

For playing outside, Pudding Cottage has a large, mostly, enclosed garden with a trike, ride-on and play tent among the outdoor toys, plus a fab adventure play area is just across the road at Brockhole – the Lake District Visitor Centre. Brockhole is the most amazing asset for families with children with its new ‘Tree Top Trek’, zip rope down to the Lake, bike hire and huge adventure playground- you may never need to use the car! Guests can also hire boats here, have afternoon tea in the beautiful house and gardens and take a ferry ride across the Lake.
Pudding Cottage also has a large private patio terrace and BBQ, with outdoor dining table and chairs where parents can keep an eye on the kids at play while relaxing with a glass of wine.

The cottage also has membership for five Adults, plus under five’s go free to Choices Leisure Club in nearby Troutbeck Bridge. The club has a swimming pool, Spa area with sauna, steam room and Jacuzzi (adults only). There is also a fully equipped gym and membership includes most classes. There is ample free parking.



Accommodation Overview:

Pudding Cottage sleeps up to six plus a baby in three bedrooms comprising: one en-suite(shower) bedroom with a king-size bed and two twin bedrooms (each with two singles). Two travel cots are provided for junior guests. The kitchen is well equipped with the basics plus a dishwasher, microwave, fridge freezer and washer/dryer. Outside, there are gardens front and rear of the cottage with the rear terrace having a lovely outdoor dining set. The property now accepts one well behaved dog.