Fir Tree Lodge | Windermere | The Lake District And Cumbria

4.5★

4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Pets Yes
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Features

Hot tub
Off road parking
Garden / Patio
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Cleanliness

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Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

92 Customer Review(s)

Emma
August 2024

“Had a fab time at Fir Tree Lodge on arrival lovely touch of a bottle of wine with 2 glasses x nice personal touch x loved where the lodge is located on the site x the hot tub didn’t create bubbles but that’s a luxury and not a necessity.”

I would not hesitate to recommend and: or book this lodge again x thank you

I would not hesitate to recommend and: or book this lodge again x thank you

- Emma, August 2024

Thank you for taking the time to leave your comments. We are pleased that you enjoyed your stay at Fir Tree. We hope to welcome you back. The Lake District Lodge Holidays Owner Relations Team Property Owner
Graham August 2024

“Very nice lodge in the lovely Whitecross bay resort.”

But at £1400 a week , I was expecting the place to be a lot cleaner. The pots and pans and cutlery were not very clean. The decking was not very clean and could do with a good steam clean. Hot tub jets were not all working. Yes I would stay again but I suggest they can afford maybe 2 cleaners to give it a good clean between lets . I know there is not much time between people leaving 10.00am to new arrivals 16.00 but at £1400 a week to rent this place maybe clean it a lot better

- Graham, August 2024

Hi thank you for your comments above , we are glad you enjoyed your stay at Fir Tree Lodge & would return . However just to address your comments on turnover between guests we do have two cleaners cleaning the lodge our cleaners are very thorough & normally we never have any issues regarding cleanliness . If the pots etc where not up to standard i can only apologise , this though is down to the previous guests , it is there responsibilty to ensure cutlery etc is clean everything needed is on hand for guests . The decking has in the last month been treated with algon to emove algae & indeed been jet washed twice since opening , as you can appreciate its difficult in the country to keep it pristine at all times . We take on board all comments & appreciate your feedback , and would be delighted if you chose to visit us again . Property Owner
Donna July 2024

“Lovely lodge with great facilities.”

It is starting to look a bit tired and could do with a bit of TLC. Unable to get the en-suite shower above Luke warm. Cracked tiles on the bathroom floor, toilet flush button broken, toilet roll holder kept falling off the wall. Hot tub was great.lovely park

- Donna, July 2024

Thank you for your feedback, we take all comments on board, and will pass them on to the relevant teams. The Lake District Lodge Holidays Owner Relations Team Property Owner
Stephen July 2024

“Lovely thank you”

- Stephen, July 2024
Billie July 2024

“We had a lovely time during our stay at the lakes.”

We stayed earlier in the year but on a different site. Our previous accommodation was a lodge also with a hot tub. With this to compare to there are several things that could benefit from some attention in your lodge. I’ll start with the positives, which are the fact that the master bedroom mattress was extremely comfortable, we had an amazing sleep every night. I was thrilled with how lovely the lodge smelt upon arrival, with bringing our dog along I always get a bit worried that the accommodation will smell of pets which isn’t what I want regardless of having a pet myself. You could not tell it was a lodge that accepted pets so 5* to the cleaners there. The general cleanliness was good and quality of outdoor furniture good also, we got to enjoy the sunshine on a comfy and sturdy piece of furniture. The hot tub very enjoyable too. The negatives - dishwasher was out of salt and rinse aid, non provided under the sink so these need to be checked when the lodge is cleaned as pots came out dirty. The hair drier didn’t work. The tv in the lounge constantly froze when trying to change channels so we’d have to turn it off at the wall (our children just wanted to enjoy a little telly before bed and in a morning before our adventures began, but this proved difficult). Some badly cracked floor tiles in the main bathroom. The shower screen couldn’t be opened in the main bathroom, when trying to assist my son in the shower the shower screen started to tip rather than open like a door which made showering him difficult. The wardrobe doors in the master bedroom would not open and shut, again fallen off the runners and stiff, weren’t useable. There was some random stuff just dumped in the bottom of the single bedroom wardrobe too, looked messy. And just some general bits that looked tired and could do with replenishing. For example, rusty toilet roll holder in the en-suite and the bottom of the door in the en-suite was damaged and peeling. The kitchen could be better equipped, the knives were very blunt, couldn’t slice bread with the bread knife. The fridge was on maximum when we arrived and we understand why because it doesn't keep items chilled to the temperature you’d expect so I don’t feel this is working to the capacity it should. Overall we enjoyed our stay but when you look back at the issues we’ve listed there is a fair bit that you wouldn't expect to find in that condition. Lovely well maintained site, lovely staff in the bar.

- Billie, July 2024

Thank you for feedback. We are glad that you had a lovely time. The owner has taken on board your comments and will be addressing these. Property Owner
Linda June 2024

“Was surprised how small the lounge was, no where to put iPads etc no cubboard or shelf’s etc,main bed too small we had to use the two bedrooms one of us in each,Lodge was clean and tidy .”

When stripping bedding off the one small beds quit had stains on it. It was advertised with washer/ dryer but it was just a washer so couldn’t dry washing as it was raining.Fire controls had no batteries and the back of control was missing,The TV wouldn’t allow you to go to menu to see what was on.The wardrobe doors once opened was kept open because they wouldn’t slide . Was so good that you could take your dog into the club house first place we have been to that was allowed.We paid £1008 pounds and was disappointed .

- Linda, June 2024
Patricia May 2024

“When we arrived at Fir Tree lodge everything was clean and tidy, however, I noticed that one of the sliding wardrobe doors of the master bedroom had come off its track, therefore, making it unusable.”

I emailed Sykes informing them of this and also the handle on the toaster didn't stay down, you had to hold it. I never received a reply. I was glad that there were only two of us staying in the lodge, I think it would have been far too cramped with four people. Having stayed at Fir Tree lodge I don't agree with the many reviews raving about the place, I think it could do with an upgrade. The outside definately needed the decking power washing and the table and chairs at the side of the property had not been cleaned for some time. We were fortunate with good weather and I wanted to sit outside but I was not going to tackle cleaning the table. I have stayed in quite a few of Sykes properties and have always been more than satisfied, but after this holiday it has made me very wary if I can trust the reviews for future properties.

- Patricia, May 2024

Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback. Unfortunately, we have no record of an email from you so were not able to arrange for maintenance to attend to resolve the issues raised. The owner of the lodge visits every few weeks to check all is well and has already power washed the decking twice this year. He will check on the lodge again next weekend.. Updated reply: The owner of Fir Tree Lodge has visited and we can confirm that the toaster was in fine working order. The wardrobe was back on its runners. The decking is also looking clean and tidy. Lake District Lodge Holidays Owners' Team Property Owner
Valerie April 2024

“What a beautiful property.”

Could not fault it. Private. Fantastic hot tub! Lodge was clean, warm and everything that we could have wanted and more! Definitely home from home. Thank you for the lovely bottle of wine too!

- Valerie, April 2024
Carmen April 2024

“Again another amazing trip at this beautiful lodge.”

The lovely touch of wine and fudge was much appreciated. We have booked this lodge multiple more times and I would not hesitate to book for next year. Thanks again to the host for allowing us to share this special lodge. See you in July :)

- Carmen, April 2024
Sarah April 2024

“Had a wonderful 3 night stay at Fir tree lodge.”

The wine on arrival was a nice little touch and the lodge had everything we could have wanted and needed.The place was very clean,comfortable, and cosy. The hot tub was a big hit and the decking area was very safe for our dog. We will hopefully be returning soon.

- Sarah, April 2024
Jason March 2024

“Despite the weather, we had a lovely time.”

Fir Tree Lodge was ideal, beautiful location, easy to drive to other villages and even with the rain the hot tub was a delight. We will definitely be booking again to stay there.

- Jason, March 2024
Emma March 2024

“Lovely lodge and we would highly recommend to family and friends, we maybe back.”

- Emma, March 2024
Carmen March 2024

“We love this cabin!”

!! We stay on a regular basis and would recommend to anyone. It’s so private and comfortable. Thanks Carmen

- Carmen, March 2024
Anita February 2024

“Just got back from a weekend with friends in this lodge, couldn't of asked for a better location, accommodation was home from home.”

Bottle of wine on arrival was a lovely gesture. Hot tub was a big plus to relax in. We would highly recommend. Would love to go back again in the future.

- Anita, February 2024
Carmen December 2023

“Just had another amazing stay at the lodge, the owner had left us some treats and a Christmas card which was a lovely touch and meant a lot.”

Just booked another 3 trips for 2024 and hoping to add to that next year as the lodge and location is perfect. Merry Christmas

- Carmen, December 2023
Alistair October 2023

“We had a great time, the lodge was lovely as advertised, a bottle of wine on arrival was a lovely touch also.”

If we decide to come back to the lakes, we will definitely be booking here again.

- Alistair, October 2023
Carmen October 2023

“Love staying at this cabin but this stay was a little disappointing, the cabin was not as clean as previous visits.”

Carpets in the main bedroom was dirty, bedding was tatty and the en-suite mirror on the cabinet was still broken and on the floor since our last visit. The location however of this cabin is great lovely and quiet. Thanks

- Carmen, October 2023
Gillian September 2023

“Fir Tree Lodge far exceeded our expectations.”

The lodge was far bigger than we expected and immaculately clean and had a very welcoming feel about the place. The large decking area with the patio furniture was perfect and the hot tub was very welcoming after our long walks.

- Gillian, September 2023
Carmen September 2023

“We love this lodge and cannot wait to return in October.”

Excellent location and lots of privacy. We reported some missing sindells so hopefully that will be sorted and then the dog can be secure on the decking. Thanks Carmen

- Carmen, September 2023
Carmen July 2023

“We love love love this cabin especially the location,and we are looking to coming back in sept/Oct I would l like to hear if the owner has a loyalty scheme as we are all-ready thinking of booking multi stays in the lakes for next year and our direct email is moncazo4@yahoo.”

Co.uk Thanks again Carmen

- Carmen, July 2023

We are delighted you enjoyed your stay in Fir Tree , it means a lot to us when us when guests have a happy time in our Lodge . We do hope you will return . Property Owner
Gillian July 2023

“Stayed here with my partner, 4 year old son and our small dog.”

Place was clean and tidy and we had some essentials left for us for our stay. Dish washer & washing machine pods. Clean towels etc and a nice bottle of wine. I can’t fault the lodge, and the hot tub was well maintained. Would recommend a stay here to my family and friends.

- Gillian, July 2023

Many thanks for your kind comments , we try to make our guests feel welcome & ensure the lodge is kept clean & comfortable at all times . Your commenst are very much appreciated , we hope you will return . Property Owner
Sally June 2023

“We stayed for a week returning 19th June.”

A clean, comfortable lodge with lots of added items (thanks for the wine!). The best feature for us was the large patio and hot-tub and we could park right outside our lodge. The lodge also does not get overly hot at night if the window is open (we had hot weather which was fortunate for us). Unfortunately the en-suite 'body shower' did not work - the temperature was boiling hot and could not be reduced. The maintenance team came quickly but said this was the owners responsibility as they had a separate contract and they would inform the owner. I explained I really needed this shower as to work as I had injured myself on the other shower but I did not hear back. I followed up 3 days before the end of our holiday and they promised to fix or compensate but heard nothing. Fortunately there was another shower over the bath but due to my back problem I had already struggled to get into the shower and cut my leg on the bath shower screen - the maintenance man trimmed the edge of the screen but beware as this is still sharp and the hand rails on the bath are low (this is why the cubicle would have been better). If we had been sharing the lodge with another guest(s) we would have all had to share one shower and that would have been horrible. Luckily it was just us and our doggie (we did not use the smaller bedroom). If it was not for the shower I would have given this top rating throughout as the patio was wonderful - fully enclosed for our dog and great hot-tub. We had a lovely relaxing time. However, the holiday was tarnished by an irresponsible maintenance team who alluded to the fact they already knew the shower had problems but still the shower had not been fixed. This should not be advertised with 2 showers.

- Sally, June 2023

We stayed for a week returning 19th June. A clean, comfortable lodge with lots of added items (thanks for the wine!). The best feature for us was the large patio and hot-tub and we could park right outside our lodge. The lodge also does not get overly hot at night if the window is open (we had hot weather which was fortunate for us). Unfortunately the en-suite 'body shower' did not work - the temperature was boiling hot and could not be reduced. The maintenance team came quickly but said this was the owners responsibility as they had a separate contract and they would inform the owner. I explained I really needed this shower as to work as I had injured myself on the other shower but I did not hear back. I followed up 3 days before the end of our holiday and they promised to fix or compensate but heard nothing. Fortunately there was another shower over the bath but due to my back problem I had already struggled to get into the shower and cut my leg on the bath shower screen - the maintenance man trimmed the edge of the screen but beware as this is still sharp and the hand rails on the bath are low (this is why the cubicle would have been better). If we had been sharing the lodge with another guest(s) we would have all had to share one shower and that would have been horrible. Luckily it was just us and our doggie (we did not use the smaller bedroom). If it was not for the shower I would have given this top rating throughout as the patio was wonderful - fully enclosed for our dog and great hot-tub. We had a lovely relaxing time. However, the holiday was tarnished by an irresponsible maintenance team who alluded to the fact they already knew the shower had problems but still the shower had not been fixed. This should not be advertised with 2 showers. Would you like us to publish your feedback? Please note that we will only publish your first name against the feedback published online. Yes May we publish their holiday? Property Owner
Jonathan June 2023

“The lodge is fantastic and is in a lovely spot whereby you get the sun on the verandah for the majority of the day.”

On the down side, the dishwasher was rubbish. We had to go & buy our own salt, rinse aid and tablets which we’ve never had to do before in any self catering property. However it still didn’t work properly, 4 separate washes of the same load didn’t clean so we ended up cleaning by hand. A minor point but nevertheless worth mentioning. We couldn’t use the shower in the en-suite because the temperature was scalding hot, I mean really scalding hot and no matter how much we tried to alter it, it wouldn’t change. The electric fused one night, but it was swiftly rectified by the ground maintenance team. We appreciate as far as the dishwasher & shower go, we did not report it to maintenance because tbh we were up & out every morning. A special mention for the wi-fi which is abysmal & needs looking at. Fortunately we were there for a complete break away so it did not effect us but I am certain other guests with children will find it extremely problematic and frustrating. They are just minor points which need looking at. Overall it was great value for money. We would definitely go back, we had a great week and if those points we’ve raised were all good it would have been 10/10.

- Jonathan, June 2023

Thank you for your feedback. We are glad you enjoyed the location of Fir Tree Lodge. We have now had a brand new shower installed, we apologise for any problems the old shower caused you during your stay. Regarding the dishwasher, we will take a look at this when we are there next, we do provide dishwasher tablets but maybe there wasn't enough for your stay, again we are sorry if this caused an inconvenience to your stay. There is an ongoing issue with the wifi which is completely out of our control and is in the hands of the park, we have raised this previously and are aware that despite having a new router installed the signal is not the best. We hope to see you again soon. Property Owner
Kate March 2023

“Fir Tree Lodge is in a very quiet spot on the park which was lovely and relaxing.”

It has a huge enclosed deck which gave our dog plenty of room to run about on and watch the rabbits from. The one thing we did notice is the railing that runs along the tree side of the decking was loose so we made sure our dog couldn’t go near that part as it wouldn’t take much for it to come down. The hot tub was very private and lovely to relax and unwind in. The lodge has ample facilities if you want to cook while you are there. The bed was really comfortable and we had great nights sleeps. We have been to the park a number of times and would definitely book this lodge again.

- Kate, March 2023

Many thanks for your generous feedback on our lodge Fir Tree , we are delighted you enjoyed your stay . We try to ensure all is ok & appreciate your comments regarding the railings , we are aware of this & have organised repair work on Monday 17th April . Client safety is our number one consideration . Again thank you for the comments , we do hope you will come back again . Property Owner
Kathleen December 2022

“Although we enjoyed our week away, we were extremely dissatisfied that we had to call to inform of lots of discrepancies/issues/faults with the property.”

We feel these issues should have been found and resolved prior to our visit. You don't go on holiday to be getting repairs done and taking time out to report them, just not acceptable. The lady we reported to and the gentleman that attended, absolutely fantastic, and empathised with us, they did a great job.

- Kathleen, December 2022

Thank you for your email and we are sorry you experienced a few issues on arrival. However, I am pleased the team were able to resolve these quickly for you. We will be sure to pass your feedback on to the team to investigate this further. Property Owner
David August 2022

“Really pleasant stay at Fir Tree Lodge.”

Clean and comfortable and has all amenities to ensure a nice relaxing weekend. Only issue we had was lack of WiFi, although this was a location issue, and we had to walk to various parts of the park for a signal. This is the first time we have taken our pet dog as we usually leave him with our parents when we travel, but would certainly return and recommend to others. Thank you for a great weekend.

- David, August 2022
Angela July 2022

“Fir Tree Lodge was lovely and well kept and had everything you would need even though I took most items with me.”

It was great having secure decking around the lodge for our young dog as we knew she would be safe. It was also lovely having a hot tub at the property in a secluded area so was not over looked. The only downside was that the double bed mattress was extremely hard and very uncomfortable so we never had a good night sleep. Also the toilet seat in the first bathroom was loose. Overall we had a lovely holiday and Thank You for the welcome bottle of wine which was a kind gesture. I would recommend Fir Tree Lodge x

- Angela, July 2022
Lisa July 2022

“Really lovely place.”

Had all the facilities you would need. The balcony was significantly larger than what I was expecting which was great for the dog. Hot tub was kept clean during our stay. Location was perfect. Really superb place

- Lisa, July 2022
Robert July 2022

“It was a nice place .”

Especially we enjoyed the hot bath . The only thing is we don’t have internet for 6 days that we are there. Apart from that We enjoyed our holiday in Lake District . Thanks

- Robert, July 2022
Pauline July 2022

“We absolutely loved this lodge, it was clean comfy and as soon as we stepped in ...”

We absolutely loved this lodge, it was clean comfy and as soon as we stepped in we loved it, we will definitely return and will recommend to family and friends xx

- Pauline, July 2022

Thank you for your feedback. We are glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay at Fir Tree Lodge. We look forward to welcoming you back again. Property Owner
Meifen June 2022

“We are very happy and think the cp value is high.”

The only issue for us is the WiFi connection seems very poor.

- Meifen, June 2022
Angela May 2022

“I have been coming to white cross bay for several years and enjoyed it, usually in Windermere retreat lodge, unfortunately it wasn’t available and had to book fir tree lodge, there were so many issues with the lodge, dishwasher didn’t wash pots properly, kitchen cupboards needed some tlc, one of the cupboards looked damaged, others were peeling !”

it smelt of dog badly throughout the lodge, there were stains on the bedroom carpet, one of the twin beds were so uncomfortable, the dining table had a sticky surface even after being cleaned, not enough comfortable seating in the lounge area, I also rang about the hot tub lid as we were sure how to store it whilst using hot tube, no one ever got back in touch with us, it was a basic low standard compact lodge not worth the money we paid,

- Angela, May 2022

Thank you for your feedback. We are very sorry to hear you experienced issues during your stay. Fir Tree Lodge is a very popular lodge and has always been reviewed highly by past guests. I can confirm the only report we received was regarding the kitchen cupboard, although, no request was made to attend. I regret no further issues were reported to the brand, or we would have been happy to attend to resolve the issues mentioned. Property Owner
Molly April 2022

“This is the second time I have stayed at this holiday park and have always enjoyed it!”

It is so well placed within the Lakes and we will almost certainly come and stay again. The only thing that was a bit of a shame was that some of the pots and pans were not clean and still had food on them which had crusted up, the kitchen and a few of the other facilities were starting to fall apart a bit too, but, did everything work okay? yes, but for over £800 for 3 nights I would expect a slightly higher standard. Overall was more than satisfactory!

- Molly, April 2022
Katie April 2022

“Lovely lodge, great family getaway, we will be back”

- Katie, April 2022
Gill April 2022

“Lovely chalet and great location.”

Very clean and well presented. We really enjoyed our break.

- Gill, April 2022
Steven March 2022

“Great lodge situated in a quiet area of the Park but close to the amenities.”

Very peaceful and relaxing stay. The Hot Tub was excellent and maintained daily. Highly recommended. Will be returning.

- Steven, March 2022

Thank you for your feedback, we are delighted to hear of how much you enjoyed your stay. Fir Tree is a wonderful 2 bedroom lodge in a great area and the added bonus of a hot tub. We are so pleased to hear you would recommend us, thank you and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Property Owner
Bob March 2022

“Lovely lodge, very comfortable and roomy, welcome bottle of wine was a nice touch.”

Dog enjoyed the trip.

- Bob, March 2022
Ricky February 2022

“A very comfortable stay.”

Easy to follow instructions. A really simple and stress free experience. Highly recommended

- Ricky, February 2022
Jacqueline December 2021

“First time staying in a lodge will definitely do it again this lodge was lovely”

- Jacqueline, December 2021

Thank you for your lovely review. The lodge is in an ideal location and provides a great base for visiting the local area. We do hope you will return and have another fantastic stay with us. Property Owner
Natalie August 2021

“Loved the cabin and hot tub!”

However points we had issues with include the en suit shower and washing machine which were not working. This was really disappointing as a family of 4. These home from home comforts were part of what drew us to this cabin. When I couldn't place an order in the restaurant due to either the wifi or app not working, I was told by a female bar staff to keep trying. I wish I could remember her exact words as they were quite patronising. This was also really frustrating as I had been trying for about 15 minutes and had a hungry 3 year old to contend with. The manager who helped with allergy information was great however. My husband was also felt there was no flexibility in the choice of sky sports in the bar when he enquired. It was a shame to also see some litter about the resort.

- Natalie, August 2021
Janet July 2021

“We really enjoyed our stay & thought the lodge was in a good location.”

Plenty of spare bedding & towels. Lots of kitchen utensils & domestic items (iron/airer/etc). The washer/dryer wasn’t working which was a shame because we have 2 young children & a dog. Would have been useful for trying hot tub towels/swimwear. There were things provided which we hadn’t necessarily expected (washing up liquid/antibac spray/tea towels/cloths/kitchen roll) but not things which we would have expected (spare bin bags/toilet rolls). A more accurate list of what’s provided would be useful. We’d have had no problem in taking these things but we ended up taking things we didn’t need & not taking things we did need. Would definitely stay here again & would absolutely recommend!

- Janet, July 2021
Natalie July 2021

“Holiday was perfect, the lodge was clean and lovely token of wine on arrival.”

However I have just looked at rebooking for the same time next year and it has went from £600 to £1200 for the same lodge. That’s really off putting that you can inflate your prices like that.

- Natalie, July 2021

Thank you for your comments. We are delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay and are looking to rebook for next year. Whilst noting the price is higher than expected, perhaps worth looking out for the many special offers that we put on throughout the year. Fir Tree is a great place to stay and it will be a pleasure to welcome you again. Property Owner
Joyce July 2021

“In the master bedroom the wardrobe smelt damp .”

The biggest problem was with the on site restaurant which turned into a 2 hour nightmare resulting in no food as we had family staying on site we had planned a nice meal for our golden wedding so I was quite upset when it turned out this way we have been before and encountered no problems

- Joyce, July 2021
Zara July 2021

“Such a lovely place, it really did exceed our expectations.”

Its in a lovely location, right near windermere lake which is beautiful and I'd definitely recommend booking a boat tour. Perfect to take the dogs as there is a lot of walks to be done with stunning views. The losge itself is roomy, equipped with everything you need, if I'm being pucky the only thing was the en suit showeroom was mouldy and did smell musty.

- Zara, July 2021

Thank you for your fantastic feedback, we are so pleased to hear of how much you enjoyed your stay in Fir Tree Lodge. The owners go to great lengths to make sure the lodge is a real home away from home. Thank you for making us aware of the slight bathroom smell, we will pass this to the cleaner for their information. We do hope you will return to enjoy another stay. Property Owner
Catherine May 2021

“Lovely lodge, great hot tub , great site , everything on your door step, shop ...”

Lovely lodge, great hot tub , great site , everything on your door step, shop could be better stocked , can't wait to go back highly recommend

- Catherine, May 2021
Mrs Sarah Roberts Apr 2021

“Absolutely fantastic break and a brilliant experience we all had.”

The cabin was stunning, very clean and spacious and the decking and tub area were beautiful! What did you enjoy most about your stay? The cabin was so much more than we could have hoped for, lovely and clean and very spacious and beautiful decking and hot tub area What one experience (e.g attraction, walk, day out) would you recommend for our future guests? Please visit the marina and picnic area! We had a wonderful picnic there when we celebrated our daughters 6th birthday last week and it was perfect!

- Mrs Sarah Roberts, Apr 2021
Mr Steve Peck Jan 2021

“We can What did you enjoy most about your stay?”

Home comforts and hot tub. What one experience (e.g attraction, walk, day out) would you recommend for our future guests? Windermere in all its white glory is a joy to behold in the winter months. My personal favourite winter hideaway.

- Mr Steve Peck, Jan 2021
Mrs Kimberley Shaw Nov 2020

“We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Fir Tree Lodge.”

The lodge gives you that real Lake District getaway experience situated in an ideal location on the park, tucked away surrounded by beautiful trees. Our first trip to the lakes and we loved it so much we are already pricing up for next year! It was everything we imagined and more. We stayed for 3 nights at Fir Tree Lodge which was clean, fresh and spacious with a fantastic hot tub that was checked daily and maintained wonderfully. Felt very covid safe at the lodge, we didn What did you enjoy most about your stay? Hot Tub & Lodge Location What one experience (e.g attraction, walk, day out) would you recommend for our future guests? Rydal Water

- Mrs Kimberley Shaw, Nov 2020
Mr Mike Griffiths Oct 2020

“We stayed here for four nights, the lodge is lovely and cosy and very immaculate inside.”

A bottle of wine was on the table when we arrive, a huge thank you for that it was lovely. The hot tub was very welcome but we couldn't get the jets to work properly but that didn't matter as it was just so nice. The bedrooms are perfect as are the two bathrooms. The lounge is a really good size and for the kitchen is perfect with all you need in there. As an ex head chef it suited me down to a tee. Eat out on the site the food is good. Overall we could not fault our break away. Thank you to the owners. What did you enjoy most about your stay? Relaxing What one experience (e.g attraction, walk, day out) would you recommend for our future guests? A walk around the holiday park

- Mr Mike Griffiths, Oct 2020
Mr Alan Ward Sep 2020

“Very comfortable lodge.”

Well appointed for four adults. In good location on the site which was very quiet after early evening. Returning guests to the site and will be back. Only 2 miles from Ambleside and Windermere. What did you enjoy most about your stay? Lovely site and lodge What one experience (e.g attraction, walk, day out) would you recommend for our future guests? Walk to Loughrigg Fell and the coffin walk.

- Mr Alan Ward, Sep 2020
Mrs Anita Mould Aug 2020

“Stayed again for the 2nd year in a row, beautiful lodge and site.”

Excellent dog friendly lodge and area! What did you enjoy most about your stay? The Lodge What one experience (e.g attraction, walk, day out) would you recommend for our future guests? Bowness-on-Windermere

- Mrs Anita Mould, Aug 2020
Mrs Sarah Jones Aug 2020

“Thankfully we had booked our break at the same time as other family members as our Fridge stopped working while we were out, We had to take our food to our families lodge and keep it in their lodge and keep going back and forth.”

I did try to ring the help numbers provided but after being on hold for over 20 minutes each time I just accepted to do things this way to save stress and further waste of time and to deal with the situation when home. Luckily our families oven stopped working so we were able to repay the favour and not feel like we were putting on them too much. However I do feel to have to do this on our holiday was totally ridiculous and really not good enough at all. Other than that the lodge was very presentable, clean, tidy, comfortable and modern. The resort itself was excellent other than one member of staff giving us incorrect information about swimming, I believe he was night staff. We followed the advice given and went to book swimming the next day, when we were told we couldn What did you enjoy most about your stay? The location, activities, food was nice, and the lake What one experience (e.g attraction, walk, day out) would you recommend for our future guests? Water sports

- Mrs Sarah Jones, Aug 2020
Mr Gary Olney Jul 2020

“Me and my wife and two dogs had a great time in this lodge, situated in a quite part of the park with a lovely hot tub and extremely clean and was also nice to have a bottle of wine waiting for us upon arrival .”

As far as i am aware we were the first people staying in this lodge after lockdown , and there was a few issues i.e bed broken on one side , toilet seat in one bathroom broken and shower temperature stuck at 45 What did you enjoy most about your stay? Amazing countryside and relaxing accommodation What one experience (e.g attraction, walk, day out) would you recommend for our future guests? Everything its all amazing

- Mr Gary Olney, Jul 2020
Mr Ryan Duddell Jan 2020

“We stayed at Fir Tree Lodge in White Cross Bay for the week of Christmas.”

Deposits this supposedly being a busy time we found the park to be quiet and peaceful which was perfect. The park staff were friendly, inviting and helpful and the park is well maintained and conveniently located with both the beautiful towns of Windermere and Ambleside both a short drive away with Wray Castle being a worthy visit! The lodge itself was comfortable, cosy and well presented it was clean, well equipped and functional, it What did you enjoy most about your stay? The location What one experience (e.g attraction, walk, day out) would you recommend for our future guests? Wray Castle

- Mr Ryan Duddell, Jan 2020

Thank you for your review, Ryan and we were pleased to hear you enjoyed your stay at Fir Tree Lodge. Regrettably the free wifi provided by White Cross Bay can be a bit hit and miss and we do make guests aware along with the fact that some mobile phone coverage is also patchy in the area. Although this can be an inconvenience for some, many people quite like being 'off the grid' for a complete break. The new owners of the lodge are undertaking some nice improvements and this will include a new mattress in the master bedroom. Fir Tree Lodge is a popular place to stay and firm favourite with guests enjoying a quiet location within White Cross Bay with that all important outside hot tub. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Property Owner
Miss Sarah Lofthouse Sep 2019

“First time in a log cabin for me and my partner and we were pleasantly surprised, spacious, tall ceilings and never feeling cramped like in a caravan.”

On arrival easy to get to with road signs, popped into reception checked in quick and easy and were shown exactly where the lodge was, didn What did you enjoy most about your stay? Location What one experience (e.g attraction, walk, day out) would you recommend for our future guests? Windermere cruises

- Miss Sarah Lofthouse, Sep 2019

Thank you for your review Sarah, we are delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay and wish to return! It would be our pleasure to welcome you back. Fir Tree is a very popular lodge and it has recently changed hands with the new owners undertaking some lovely improvements within the lodge. Noting your comment regarding the double bed, we have made the owners aware. Thank you for letting us know and we hope it did not take anything away from your stay. Property Owner
Mr Chris Nichols Sep 2019

“Excellent weekend again in fir tree Lodge, beautiful base to go exploring the lakes and a beautiful lodge to come back and relax in the hot tub, What did you enjoy most about your stay?”

The beatiful scenery, hot tub, food. What one experience (e.g attraction, walk, day out) would you recommend for our future guests? Waters ports, dodds restaurant in Ambleside.

- Mr Chris Nichols, Sep 2019
Miss Chloe Walters Aug 2019

“I cant fault the lodge, everything was clean, very well kept.”

Didnt have any problems while I was there had lovely time with my boyfriend. The hot tub is amazing too What did you enjoy most about your stay? The hot tub What one experience (e.g attraction, walk, day out) would you recommend for our future guests? Ambelside fish and chips was amazing and the outdoor adventure company is a must in kendal

- Miss Chloe Walters, Aug 2019
Mrs Nicola Lyall Jul 2019

“Nice lodge, excellent location.”

Would definitely visit again. Lots to do and in a lovely part of the country. What did you enjoy most about your stay? The location What one experience (e.g attraction, walk, day out) would you recommend for our future guests? The Ship Inn in Bowness

- Mrs Nicola Lyall, Jul 2019

Thank you for your kind comments Nicola, we are so pleased you enjoyed your stay. Fir Tree is a comfortable two-bedroom lodge in a quiet area of the park. Well equipped with everything you may need and a hot tub to make the most of the evenings, this lodge is a real delight. We hope to welcome you back in the future for another great stay. Property Owner
Mr Dave Connolly Jun 2019

“Such a lovely lodge in such a lovely location.”

Was a holiday to refresh the mind. On arrival the staff at the holiday site were amazing and location of the site was perfect for travelling around the lake district. The hot tub was lovely touch and nice and clean. The hamper was a nice welcome to the lodge with a taste of the local foods. It's really hard to fault this lodge atall. The only slight niggle I would say is the positioning of the lodge for sun light. Unfortunately the decking with the hot tub is very secluded which was nice in the way of it feeling private however you do lack the sun shine in the evening. Thankyou for an amazing holiday will definitely be returning What did you enjoy most about your stay? The peace and quiet What one experience (e.g attraction, walk, day out) would you recommend for our future guests? Visiting the peaks

- Mr Dave Connolly, Jun 2019
Mr Andrew Bagley May 2019

“Lovely lodge, very homely and cosy.”

Hot tub is amazing! A perfect get away for the bank holiday weekend. Can What did you enjoy most about your stay? The hot tub and lovely cosy lodge. What one experience (e.g attraction, walk, day out) would you recommend for our future guests? Walk around Barrow on Windermere

- Mr Andrew Bagley, May 2019
Miss Verity Almond Apr 2019

“We enjoyed staying in the lodge and found it very comfy!”

We found all the little extras, such as hair dryer, great and a thoughtful touch. The only downside is there What did you enjoy most about your stay? Home from home feel and hot tub! What one experience (e.g attraction, walk, day out) would you recommend for our future guests? Tarn Howe is a lovely place to go for a walk

- Miss Verity Almond, Apr 2019
Mr Sean Evans Dec 2018

“Nice week in a lovely location but we did have some issues.”

This was our second stay at this lodge, the first time we had no issues. However, this time we did. The blinds were broken with some of the blinds missing and others detattched meaning people could see into our lodge. The floor was dirty with mud when we first walked in which was extremely disappointing. What did you enjoy most about your stay? The location What one experience (e.g attraction, walk, day out) would you recommend for our future guests? Keswick

- Mr Sean Evans, Dec 2018

Thank you for your review and making us aware of a few things. It is disappointing to hear when something is not quite right and although it is now too late to put right for you please be assured, we will address the maintenance issue and also speak with the housekeepers so as to ensure something similar does not happen in the future. We are sorry for any inconvenience caused, although we are confident that should you choose to return everything will once again be to your satisfaction. As you quite rightly point out, a comfy lodge and a lovely location. This two-bedroom holiday lodge with hot tub is a wonderful place to relax and unwind. Property Owner
Mr David Ellis Dec 2018

“A good lodge in a quite area on white cross bay.”

Dog friendly lodge, pity the on site bar restaurant isn What did you enjoy most about your stay? Peace and quiet What one experience (e.g attraction, walk, day out) would you recommend for our future guests? Bowness lake side.

- Mr David Ellis, Dec 2018

Thank you for the review, David and it is pleasing to hear the lodge was to your satisfaction. An excellent choice for a relaxing and peaceful break in the Lakes. Your comments relating to park services are noted and also passed to the park management for their reference - As booking agent to privately owned lodges this is something outside of our control although we do apologise for any inconvenience caused. Having said that we are delighted you enjoyed your stay and would book the lodge again. Fir Tree Lodge is cosy, modern and fully equipped. A beautifully presented dog friendly lodge, and a great place to stay. Property Owner
Mrs Nicola Yeadon Sep 2018

“Nice Lodge.”

Felt a tiny bit damp. But comfy & clean. Hot tub was good, felt quite overlooked though. Good location for getting around the lakes. Windermere is 30 minute uphill walk though & closest town. What did you enjoy most about your stay? Hot tub What one experience (e.g attraction, walk, day out) would you recommend for our future guests? Gorge scrambling at Coniston

- Mrs Nicola Yeadon, Sep 2018
Mrs Elaine Mcdougall Sep 2018

“White Cross Bay was idle location for short break.”

Fir Tree Lodge was like a home from home, spacious, comfortable had everything you needed. What did you enjoy most about your stay? Location What one experience (e.g attraction, walk, day out) would you recommend for our future guests? Steamer from Bowness-on-Windermere to Ambleside.

- Mrs Elaine Mcdougall, Sep 2018
Mrs Nicola Kennedy Sep 2018

“Lodge was clean, well equipped and comfortable.”

Great location for exploring the Lakes. Hot tub was great! What did you enjoy most about your stay? everything was great What one experience (e.g attraction, walk, day out) would you recommend for our future guests? really enjoyed the Tree Top Challenge and pony riding at Brockhole Visitor Centre,

- Mrs Nicola Kennedy, Sep 2018
Mr Darren Arnold Sep 2018

“Great lodge with added hot tub, great for us to be able to take dogs with us, slight issue was that our smaller dog could easily get through the wooden fencing!”

, plenty of room in lodge and everything you needed for your stay. Issue with the park - my wife is disabled and uses a mobility scooter, we found it difficult going around the park due to the speed humps which cover the whole of the roadway, could do with having a smooth bit on the edge for scooters/wheelchairs/pushchairs etc. also the bins were constantly full, so bags left all over including dirty nappies! What did you enjoy most about your stay? location of lodge, hot tub What one experience (e.g attraction, walk, day out) would you recommend for our future guests? Coniston Water

- Mr Darren Arnold, Sep 2018
Mrs Amanda Charnock Sep 2018

“The lodge was clean and comfortable and had everything you need to enjoy your stay.”

The correspondence from Lake District Lodge Holidays was excellent. I have stayed in other lodges provided by them and they have always been to a high standard and will be booking again in the future What did you enjoy most about your stay? Home from home What one experience (e.g attraction, walk, day out) would you recommend for our future guests? Dinner at the Albert in Bowness-on-Windermere

- Mrs Amanda Charnock, Sep 2018
Miss Kelly Davies Jun 2018

“Fir tree log cabin was a great base for our stay in the Lake District.”

Plenty of outdoor space and very secure and seculded. It had everything you needed for Home from Home living including washing machine, dryer, ironing board, hairdryer, kitchen and cooking utensils etc. The dogs were comfortable and safe although signs within the park weren What did you enjoy most about your stay? The location What one experience (e.g attraction, walk, day out) would you recommend for our future guests? Pre route walks online

- Miss Kelly Davies, Jun 2018

Thank you for the review, Kelly and it is so pleasing to hear you enjoyed your stay at Fir Tree Lodge. Cosy, modern, well-equipped and in the heart of the Lake District, indeed a great base. Whilst we note that the park facilities and services were not quite to your satisfaction, as booking agents to privately owned lodges, these are something outside of our control although thank you for letting us know and we have passed your comments to the park management for their reference. Fir Tree Lodge is a wonderful place to relax and is enjoyed by all who stay here. We are delighted you are looking to return in the near future. Property Owner
Mrs Collette Calinski Apr 2018

“We stayed here for 4 nights over the Easter holidays with our 2 children and dog.”

The lodge was clean and ready on arrival and had everything we would need for our stay including games etc for our children! The hot tub was fantastic, nice and private too so you aren't on show to passers by!!! The only thing we would mention especially for families is that the layout of this lodge means that there is literally no living space in the lounge area for kids to Play etc. That being said there is a nice large decking area outside and the site itself has a park and games area. We would still return here as the hot tub was fab! What did you enjoy most about your stay? Hot tub! What one experience (e.g attraction, walk, day out) would you recommend for our future guests? Wray Castle

- Mrs Collette Calinski, Apr 2018

Thank you for your review of Fir Tree Lodge, Collette. We are so pleased to hear you enjoyed your stay, indeed a lovely lodge and a great location. The lodge can comfortably accommodate up to four guests and with two bathrooms is suitable for couples or families. As you rightly point out the outside area is spacious, perfect for entertaining or keeping an eye on the children and of course the hot tub is fantastic. We look forward to having you stay again in the near future. Property Owner
Mr Mark Griffiths Apr 2018

“Had a great few days in Fir Tree Lodge.”

Secure veranda area was excellent for the dog and hot tub excellent for us humans ! Lodge was beautiful. Very comfortable with everything we needed. Centrally heated throughout which was great for chilly Easter evenings. What did you enjoy most about your stay? The comfort and facilities of the lodge What one experience (e.g attraction, walk, day out) would you recommend for our future guests? Brockhole was great for the kids. Dog friendly and within easy walking distance.

- Mr Mark Griffiths, Apr 2018
Mar 2018

“We had a wonderful first time long weekend visit in the park with the cabin and hot tub experience at Fir Tree.”

The sub zero temperatures did not dampen our spirits as we made the most of the 40 degree max temp in the hot tub whilst the snow fell around us. The homely living room with fire and superb power shower in the en-suite ensured an end to the goosebumps from the storm. Needless to say, we cannot recommend it high enough. Great place to unwind with beautiful scenery on your doorstep. We will be back. Thank you What did you enjoy most about your stay? Hot tubbing in the snow What one experience (e.g attraction, walk, day out) would you recommend for our future guests? Walking into Windermere and the lake walks are breathtakingly stunning at any time of the year.

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Mr Nicholas Kelly Feb 2018

“Nice lodges,but let down when arrived as lodge was a bit smelly and took time to air out,cleaning products and rags left in the floor around the lodge and some silly bits and pieces broke ie door threshold/panneling on hot tub, Outside decking not been swept unfortunatly, But once that was all sorted quite a nice place to stay What did you enjoy most about your stay?”

Being at the Lake District What one experience (e.g attraction, walk, day out) would you recommend for our future guests? Ambleside to grassmere around the lake

- Mr Nicholas Kelly, Feb 2018
Mr Sean Evans Dec 2017

“My girlfriend and I had a lovely trip to Fir Tree Lodge along with our dog.”

The lodge was clean, warm, and most of all very comfortable and felt extremely homely. Very nice touch to have a couple of Xmas trees up too. Location was good, and the hot tub was bliss. Only slight downside was that the wifi signal isn't accessible from inside the lodge, and if we wanted to use the wifi we would need to walk 50 yards down the path to connect to it. All in all, it is a lovely lodge and we certainly will be returning. What did you enjoy most about your stay? The comfort of the lodge What one experience (e.g attraction, walk, day out) would you recommend for our future guests? Walking in Keswick

- Mr Sean Evans, Dec 2017

Thank you for your review and leaving such kind comments, Sean. We were pleased to hear you enjoyed your stay at Fir Tree Lodge although it is noted that the wi-fi was not as reliable as expected. We do inform guests prior to a stay that even though White Cross Bay have a free wi-fi connection, from our experience it can be unreliable due to the terrain, weather conditions and number of people using it. We trust it did not impact too much on your stay and we apologise for any inconvenience it may have caused. As you kindly point out Fir Tree is indeed very comfortable and homely and with the addition of a hot tub, where better to be for a relaxing break in the Lakes? We look forward to welcoming you again in the near future. Property Owner
Mr Jonathan Crook Nov 2017

“Lovely stay at Fir Trees Lodge over the half term.”

Quiet location yet close to the bar/restaurant/reception/shop. On site shop is not very big. Plenty of entertainment on over the half term. Bar staff excellent and area kept very clean. About 1 mile to Brockhole, excellent day out. 2 mile to Bowness. Would recommend and would stay again What did you enjoy most about your stay? Quiet location What one experience (e.g attraction, walk, day out) would you recommend for our future guests? Brockhole

- Mr Jonathan Crook, Nov 2017
Mr Andy Serpant Nov 2017

“Everything we needed for a great break in a beautiful location.”

The lodge was well stocked and decorated and furnished to a very high standard. What did you enjoy most about your stay? The location What one experience (e.g attraction, walk, day out) would you recommend for our future guests? Visiting different towns & lakes

- Mr Andy Serpant, Nov 2017
Mr Colin Sinkins Nov 2017

“A lovely lodge and a good setting to enjoy a relaxing break in the Lakes.”

The lodge is very nice, comfortable beds, well furnished and a relaxing hot tub. What did you enjoy most about your stay? Good location, plenty to do nearby. What one experience (e.g attraction, walk, day out) would you recommend for our future guests? Take a motor boat out on Windermere, good fun.

- Mr Colin Sinkins, Nov 2017
Ms Sharon Stewart Oct 2017

“Lovely location and lodge was well presented and had everything we needed .”

Would stay there again . What did you enjoy most about your stay? Really good accommodation especially as we had 2 dogs with us What one experience (e.g attraction, walk, day out) would you recommend for our future guests? Really dog freindly wherever we went

- Ms Sharon Stewart, Oct 2017
Miss Elizabeth Montgomery Oct 2017

“Coasters were dirty as were all window frames, and units not cleaned at all, full of dust.”

Location of lodge was great and loved the hot tub and the ensuite. Just needs thoroughly cleaned before guests arrive. Leaves hadn't been cleared meaning there was hundreds on decking making it slippy. What did you enjoy most about your stay? Hot Tub and location What one experience (e.g attraction, walk, day out) would you recommend for our future guests? windermere boat cruise

- Miss Elizabeth Montgomery, Oct 2017

Thank you for reviewing your stay, Elizabeth. Your comments are very important to us and although we were pleased to hear you had a great stay, it appears the cleaning was not to the high standard expected. Please accept our apologies. As a direct result of your experience and other comments recently received, we have appointed new cleaners with immediate effect and are confident that the cleaning issues will be promptly addressed and thereafter maintained to the highest of standards. This will be evident through future reviews, and on our part we will be closely monitoring feedback comments. We will be delighted for you to return to Fir Tree Lodge in the near future and are sure you will have a super stay with everything to your satisfaction. The lodge is beautifully designed and equipped for a very comfortable and relaxing stay, complete with a hot tub. Definitely worth a return visit. Property Owner
Mr Sean Meechan Sep 2017

“Lovely clean spacious lodge, with added bonus of the hot tub.”

Good central location on the park too. 4th year using Lake District lodges, and we will continue to use them. What did you enjoy most about your stay? Peaceful getaway for us What one experience (e.g attraction, walk, day out) would you recommend for our future guests? Boat hire from windermere

- Mr Sean Meechan, Sep 2017
Mr Mervyn Adams Sep 2017

“Often pictures and reviews do not match he reality.”

This was not the case. Our stay was enjoyable!!! What did you enjoy most about your stay? Space and safety aspect of the deck especially with a toddler running about. The hot tub is a winner. What one experience (e.g attraction, walk, day out) would you recommend for our future guests? Do the boat trip

- Mr Mervyn Adams, Sep 2017
Mr Paul Lytham Aug 2017

“The lodge was amazing so big .”

It was clean and welcoming.The site was also very clean and tidy .People were very friendly.We were only there for 4 nights but would have loved to stay longer.We will be back again. What did you enjoy most about your stay? Quite, friendly What one experience (e.g attraction, walk, day out) would you recommend for our future guests? walking the dogs by the lakeside

- Mr Paul Lytham, Aug 2017
Mrs Zoe Kelly Aug 2017

“The lodge was placed in a prime spot , great parking and a fantastic hot tub .”

We had an amazing time it helped we could take our pooches. The lodges itself was beautiful , everything you need for a home away from home. Wi-fi a bit hit and miss , but it didn't upset our stay. We will definaitly book again. What did you enjoy most about your stay? Home comforts. What one experience (e.g attraction, walk, day out) would you recommend for our future guests? Boating on the lake.

- Mrs Zoe Kelly, Aug 2017

Thank you for your review, Zoe. We were pleased to hear you enjoyed your stay at Fir Tree Lodge. Regrettably the free wifi provided by the park can be somewhat unreliable. It does give a good chance to get away from screens and phones though! Fir Tree is a very popular, dog friendly lodge and complete with it's own hot tub is a great place to stay. Property Owner
Mrs Vicki John Jul 2017

“Loved this lodge.”

Everything there we needed. Corner sofa unit was especially comfortable - lovely and squishy. Beds comfortable. Nice and quiet. Took our Website and was great as gated and fenced all around. 5 minute walk to edge of Lake Windermere with wonderful views. Excellent location about 2 miles from Windermere which has dog friendly pubs and cafes plus a Co op and Sainsbury. Also couple of miles from Ambleside. We went to Keswick which was a lovely little town. What did you enjoy most about your stay? Comfort What one experience (e.g attraction, walk, day out) would you recommend for our future guests? Visit Keswick. Could not walk far as husband had bruised heel.

- Mrs Vicki John, Jul 2017
Miss Christina Lee Jul 2017

“What a beautiful lodge!”

It was spotlessly clean, quiet, modern and comfortable! It was equipped with everything that we needed (even board games)! We loved everything about it! Our stay at the lodge coincided with a heat wave and the only negative we found was that the lodge became very hot but that's nothing that a fan or two wouldn't fix! The location of the park was amazing with stunning views! The onsite facilities are brilliant! Kids entertainment and even childminding allowed for a relaxing evening in the hot tub! We would definitely recommend to anybody and hope to return in the future! Thank you for a great holiday!! What did you enjoy most about your stay? The relaxing hot tub! What one experience (e.g attraction, walk, day out) would you recommend for our future guests? Brockhole on Windermere which is less than a 5 minute drive away, lovely walk and views! Our little girl loved the mini golf!

- Miss Christina Lee, Jul 2017
Miss Skye Lyons Jun 2017

“The lodge was a great.”

There was plenty of room and the hot tub was amazing. The location is good as it is right in the middle of Ambleside and Windermere. It is dog friendly which was brilliant for us. What did you enjoy most about your stay? spending the time with family and pets. In a good location. What one experience (e.g attraction, walk, day out) would you recommend for our future guests? The old post house restaurant in Ambleside was amazing

- Miss Skye Lyons, Jun 2017
Mrs Susan Watson May 2017

“The grounds at white cross bay were well kept the only problem was it wasn't in walking distance of anywhere to eat because we had a dog we couldn't go into the restaurant.”

The lodge was ok,it had everything you needed but could have done with a very good clean. What did you enjoy most about your stay? Relaxing in the hot tub What one experience (e.g attraction, walk, day out) would you recommend for our future guests? Windermere is a lovely place to visit

- Mrs Susan Watson, May 2017

We appreciate your feedback comments Susan and are sorry there were a couple of things which weren?t quite right for your stay. The cleaning should have been to a high standard and we were sorry to hear that on this occasion it seems this was not the case. It is unusual for this lodge although your comments have been passed on to the contract cleaners for their information. As you chose not to contact us during or immediately after your stay it is difficult to substantiate the impact this had. Please accept our apologies for any inconvenience caused. Further to your comments about the Park, we will pass these onto the Park management for their reference although as the Park is located between Ambleside and Windermere it is ideally placed to venture out to one of the many pubs, restaurants, bars, and coffee shops nearby that welcome dogs. Windermere is less than 2 miles and delighted to hear you recommend visiting. Fir Tree Lodge offers guests the chance to relax and unwind in luxury accommodation- beautifully furnished - and with the addition of a hot tub. Property Owner
Mrs Naomi Butterfield May 2017

“Beautiful cabin, very clean and well maintained with everything you need and more.”

Loved every minute of our stay and will definitely be booking again in the near future, highly recommended.

- Mrs Naomi Butterfield, May 2017
Mr Dean Shaw Apr 2017

“This was our first visit to the lake distict and it was very enjoyable.”

The customer service was exceptional throughout including a very pleasant courtesy call the day prior to our arrival and a text message on the day just reaffirming that if we encounter any problems to contact them immediately. The lodge was spotless, comfortable and contained everything that we required with the hot tube being the icing on the cake. I would wholeheartedly recommend both the lodge, the site and windermere Itself! What did you enjoy most about your stay? The whole experience What one experience (e.g attraction, walk, day out) would you recommend for our future guests? Treetop trek at brockhole

- Mr Dean Shaw, Apr 2017
Mrs Julie Shone Apr 2017

“Having stayed at White Cross Bay before, I had an idea of what to expect, and I wasn't disappointed.”

The lodge was lovely inside and out and in a lovely location. I would definitely recommend it. What did you enjoy most about your stay? The comfort and location of the lodge What one experience (e.g attraction, walk, day out) would you recommend for our future guests? The Beatrix Potter Experience

- Mrs Julie Shone, Apr 2017
Mrs Michaela Padley Apr 2017

“We stayed at white cross bay for 7 nights for a walking break with our dog.”

The lodge was very cosey and tastefully decorated. There was plenty of utensils to use in the kitchen and it was well equipped with pans and trays for cooking. I have stayed in lodges were you don't even get that!! We were a 20 minute walk into Windermere and 30 min walk to Ambleside so for us the location was ideal with having a dog. We did pay 15 additional charge for the pool and gym facilities but the pool was quite small and very busy with children. But I suppose if you get at the right time it is ample for a leisurely swim. There is an online shop which was well stocked and reasonably priced. I would return here again and would recommend to others. What did you enjoy most about your stay? Walks What one experience (e.g attraction, walk, day out) would you recommend for our future guests? Walk to grasmere

- Mrs Michaela Padley, Apr 2017

Thank you for your review, Michaela. We were pleased to hear you enjoyed your week at Fir Tree Lodge and kind of you to comment on the high standard of accommodation. With reference to the pool onsite, the complex does charge a one off fee of ?15.00 per lodge although all guests of LDLH have complimentary use of Choices Health Club at nearby Troutbeck Bridge. It is very convenient to the Parks and has an excellent pool as well as a sauna, steam room, Jacuzzi and a brilliant gym ? and for those feeling extra active classes are available too! It is a superb alternative. Maybe worth a visit next time? Fir Tree Lodge is beautifully designed and equipped for a relaxing and comfortable stay in the heart of the Lake District, a wonderful destination for a holiday. Thank you for recommending this lodge to others and we look forward to welcoming you again in the near future. Property Owner
Miss Jodie Hemmings Apr 2017

“Beautiful lodge!”

Very clean, everything you need inside ! Come every year and this was the best lodge we have stayed in What did you enjoy most about your stay? Sun, walks, lodge What one experience (e.g attraction, walk, day out) would you recommend for our future guests? Walk from the lodge to windermere

- Miss Jodie Hemmings, Apr 2017

Thank you for your great comments and brilliant ratings, Jodie. We are very pleased to hear that the lodge was everything you expected, in fact perfect and the best you have stayed in. Fir Trees Lodge joined our portfolio just recently and it is a pleasure to act as booking agents to such a super lodge ? Luxury accommodation that is beautifully furnished and has two bedrooms and two bathrooms with the addition of a private hot tub. A lovely holiday retreat in the heart of the Lakes. We look forward to you returning in the near future. Property Owner

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Summary

Two Bedrooms: 1 x double with TV, ensuite shower room with double width ‘body’ shower, hand basin, vanity unit with shaving point and toilet, 1 x twin, both with bedside cabinets and wardrobes
Entrance is to the side of the lodge into the open plan living and dining area, separate kitchen with wooden flooring
Over bath thermostatic shower, toilet, vanity unit with shaving point and WC
Fir Tree is accessed by 5 steps
The lodge is then all on single storey level
A slab or base is provided for a BBQ but please bring your own disposable BBQ
Gated area with circular hot tub.
Full gas central heating
Gas hob and electric oven, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washer/dryer,TV, electric fire
Hot Tub - please note, use of hot tub is between 10am and 10pm only
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels provided but please bring your own leisure towels for the hot tub
Please note, charging of electric vehicles is not permitted in this lodge, The nearest charging point can be found at Booths Supermarket in Windermere
Two dogs welcome
Parking for two cars
Complimentary WiFi is provided by the park and subject to fair usage guidelines, Quality and reliability of connection will vary based on the number of people using it, prevailing weather conditions and therefore may be limited or slower than you are used to, WiFi is for personal use only and is not intended for high data usage, gaming and/or use for business purposes, This is only suitable for page browsing and sending emails, Bookings cannot be accepted if they are solely reliant on the provision of uninterrupted and unlimited Wi-Fi, We are not held responsible or liable for the WiFi on the park, If you encounter any issues with the WiFi, please contact White Cross Bay reception
Access to the local leisure facilities is complimentary and can be withdrawn at any time without financial penalty, we as the letting agent or the property owner cannot be held responsible for this provision in service, as it’s subject to third-party provider located off site
Note: For use of the onsite facilities, a complex pass is required, these can be purchased from reception.

The property

Welcome to Fir Tree, a two bedroom holiday lodge with hot tub Fir Tree is a delightful 2 bedroom holiday lodge situated in the Coniston area at White Cross Bay.

The lodge enjoys a quiet semi woodland location.

Fir Tree is well equipped with everything you might need for a relaxing stay.

It will sleep up to 4 guests plus an infant in a travel cot.

Complete with hot tub, Fir Tree offers a comfortable base from which to explore the beautiful Lake District. The lodge has been tastefully updated by the new owners and welcomes 2 dogs. Accommodation Details Living area: - Entrance to the side of the lodge into the open plan living and dining area - Wall mounted TV - Feature electric fire - Corner leather sofa - Small oak dining table with 4 chairs Kitchen area: - Separate fitted kitchen with wooden flooring - Gas hob and electric oven, integrated fridge, freezer and dishwasher plus plenty of storage - There is a washing machine in the hallway with storage for coats Master bedroom: - The master bedroom has a double bed, fitted furniture, mirror fronted wardrobe and bedside drawers - Wall mounted TV - En suite shower room with double width 'body' shower, hand basin, vanity unit with shaving point and toilet Second bedroom: - The second bedroom has twin beds, mirror fronted wardrobe and fitted bedside furniture Family bathroom: - Over bath thermostatic shower, toilet, vanity unit with shaving point and toilet Other information: - Centrally heated throughout ensuring a comfortable stay all year round

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £100.

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About the location

WINDERMERE

Ambleside 5 miles; Kendal 8.7 miles.

The twin towns of Bowness and Windermere are both vibrant, fun-filled places set within the splendid scenery of the Lake District. Both towns provide a range of amenities, shops and restaurants to suit all tastes whilst Ambleside offers the additional attraction of a boat ride to Bowness, the Lakeside Aquarium and Beatrix Potter's 'Hill Top House' at Sawrey. Grizedale Forest Park is within easy driving distance and is home to a range of activities including many good walks, mountain biking and the 'Go Ape' adventure park. The region also boasts many National Trust properties as well as a variety of water sports for those who prefer a more adrenaline-fuelled trip. Children will enjoy a trip to the 'World of Beatrix Potter' in Bowness whilst the villages of Grasmere, Coniston Water, Kendal, Keswick and the Lakeland Mountains are all within easy reach.

We are pleased to advise the owner offers a 10% discount to returning guests who have previously stayed at the lodge. Please call to book and redeem the discount which will be added on confirmation of previous stay at this lodge. Please note: the discount will be deducted from the rental cost of the booking only.

Fir Tree is accessed by 5 steps. The lodge is then all on the same ground floor level.

A travel cot and highchair are provided within the lodge. Please bring your own bedding for use with the travel cot, which will fit in the master bedroom only.

White Cross Bay has its own onsite facilities. You will need to purchase a complex pass from reception which includes the use of the pool, entertainment and access to bar and restaurant. The prices are subject to change by park management.

Complimentary WiFi is provided by the park and subject to fair usage guidelines.
Quality and reliability of connection will vary based on the number of people using it, prevailing weather conditions and therefore may be limited or slower than you are used to.
WiFi is for personal use only and is not intended for high data usage, gaming and/or use for business purposes. This is only suitable for page browsing and sending emails.
Bookings cannot be accepted if they are solely reliant on the provision of uninterrupted and unlimited Wi-Fi.
We are not held responsible or liable for the WiFi on the park. If you encounter any issues with the WiFi, please contact White Cross Bay reception.

There is a Good Housekeeping Bond of £100 for this property.

Please note, charging of electric vehicles is not permitted in this lodge, The nearest charging point can be found at Booths Supermarket in Windermere.

Park Rules and Operations – White Cross Bay

All holiday parks are owned and managed by a separate company to ourselves. Lake District Lodge Holidays has no association with the owners of these parks or responsibility for the provision of services they offer. At certain times of year, there maybe a reduction in those services, which is outside of our control.

Commercial vehicles, caravans, camper vans, Hen or Stag parties are not permitted onsite. Dogs must be kept on leads at all times and are not be left alone in the lodges at any point during your stay.

You will be staying on an operational holiday park, which means work may be undertaken from time to time by the park owners during your stay. Although Lake District Lodge Holidays will always try to inform guests in advance if something may impact on a stay and if we have prior knowledge. We cannot be held responsible or accept any liability for park operations of which are outside of our control and which we have no knowledge of.

Any issues relating to a stay at a privately owned lodge should be reported back through Lake District Lodge Holidays as the park are not responsible for managing the lodge or booking for private sublet guests during their stay.

Hot Tubs

For the comfort of other holidays guests we request that noise is kept to a minimum. Usage of the hot tub is between 10am and 10pm only. If you are found to breach these timings then you may be asked to vacate the park with no call for a refund.

All hot tubs are maintained to strict industry standards and HSE guidelines by separate qualified independent contractors on behalf of the property owners. This includes changing the water between guest stays and checking the water condition on a regular basis.

Whilst every effort is made to have a hot tub ready for immediate use by the arrival time stated, this may not always be possible. In such cases the hot tub will usually be ready to use later that day unless otherwise advised. In such cases no compensation or refund is payable unless the hot tub is faulty.

Information about using a hot tub safely is provided at all lodges with a hot tub and on a prominent notice near the tub. All hot tub users should wear an appropriate bathing suit. Usage of a hot tub is at a guests own risk and Lake District Lodge Holidays accepts no liability for anything which may happen to a guest as a direct result of using a hot tub.

This property offers the following short breaks:

Winter
Off-season
Christmas

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Reviews & Ratings

“Had a fab time at Fir Tree Lodge on arrival lovely touch of a bottle of wine with 2 glasses x nice personal touch x loved where the lodge is located on the site x the hot tub didn’t create bubbles but that’s a luxury and not a necessity.”

“Very nice lodge in the lovely Whitecross bay resort.”

“Lovely lodge with great facilities.”

“Lovely thank you”

“We had a lovely time during our stay at the lakes.”

“Was surprised how small the lounge was, no where to put iPads etc no cubboard or shelf’s etc,main bed too small we had to use the two bedrooms one of us in each,Lodge was clean and tidy .”

“When we arrived at Fir Tree lodge everything was clean and tidy, however, I noticed that one of the sliding wardrobe doors of the master bedroom had come off its track, therefore, making it unusable.”

“What a beautiful property.”

“Again another amazing trip at this beautiful lodge.”

“Had a wonderful 3 night stay at Fir tree lodge.”

“Despite the weather, we had a lovely time.”

“Lovely lodge and we would highly recommend to family and friends, we maybe back.”

“We love this cabin!”

“Just got back from a weekend with friends in this lodge, couldn't of asked for a better location, accommodation was home from home.”

“Just had another amazing stay at the lodge, the owner had left us some treats and a Christmas card which was a lovely touch and meant a lot.”

“We had a great time, the lodge was lovely as advertised, a bottle of wine on arrival was a lovely touch also.”

“Love staying at this cabin but this stay was a little disappointing, the cabin was not as clean as previous visits.”

“Fir Tree Lodge far exceeded our expectations.”

“We love this lodge and cannot wait to return in October.”

“We love love love this cabin especially the location,and we are looking to coming back in sept/Oct I would l like to hear if the owner has a loyalty scheme as we are all-ready thinking of booking multi stays in the lakes for next year and our direct email is moncazo4@yahoo.”

“Stayed here with my partner, 4 year old son and our small dog.”

“We stayed for a week returning 19th June.”

“The lodge is fantastic and is in a lovely spot whereby you get the sun on the verandah for the majority of the day.”

“Fir Tree Lodge is in a very quiet spot on the park which was lovely and relaxing.”

“Although we enjoyed our week away, we were extremely dissatisfied that we had to call to inform of lots of discrepancies/issues/faults with the property.”

“Really pleasant stay at Fir Tree Lodge.”

“Fir Tree Lodge was lovely and well kept and had everything you would need even though I took most items with me.”

“Really lovely place.”

“It was a nice place .”

“We absolutely loved this lodge, it was clean comfy and as soon as we stepped in ...”

“We are very happy and think the cp value is high.”

“This is the second time I have stayed at this holiday park and have always enjoyed it!”

“Lovely lodge, great family getaway, we will be back”

“Lovely chalet and great location.”

“Great lodge situated in a quiet area of the Park but close to the amenities.”

“Lovely lodge, very comfortable and roomy, welcome bottle of wine was a nice touch.”

“A very comfortable stay.”

“First time staying in a lodge will definitely do it again this lodge was lovely”

“Loved the cabin and hot tub!”

“We really enjoyed our stay & thought the lodge was in a good location.”

“Holiday was perfect, the lodge was clean and lovely token of wine on arrival.”

“In the master bedroom the wardrobe smelt damp .”

“Such a lovely place, it really did exceed our expectations.”

“Lovely lodge, great hot tub , great site , everything on your door step, shop ...”

“Absolutely fantastic break and a brilliant experience we all had.”

“We can What did you enjoy most about your stay?”

“We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Fir Tree Lodge.”

“We stayed here for four nights, the lodge is lovely and cosy and very immaculate inside.”

“Very comfortable lodge.”

“Stayed again for the 2nd year in a row, beautiful lodge and site.”

“Thankfully we had booked our break at the same time as other family members as our Fridge stopped working while we were out, We had to take our food to our families lodge and keep it in their lodge and keep going back and forth.”

“Me and my wife and two dogs had a great time in this lodge, situated in a quite part of the park with a lovely hot tub and extremely clean and was also nice to have a bottle of wine waiting for us upon arrival .”

“We stayed at Fir Tree Lodge in White Cross Bay for the week of Christmas.”

“First time in a log cabin for me and my partner and we were pleasantly surprised, spacious, tall ceilings and never feeling cramped like in a caravan.”

“Excellent weekend again in fir tree Lodge, beautiful base to go exploring the lakes and a beautiful lodge to come back and relax in the hot tub, What did you enjoy most about your stay?”

“I cant fault the lodge, everything was clean, very well kept.”

“Nice lodge, excellent location.”

“Such a lovely lodge in such a lovely location.”

“Lovely lodge, very homely and cosy.”

“We enjoyed staying in the lodge and found it very comfy!”

“Nice week in a lovely location but we did have some issues.”

“A good lodge in a quite area on white cross bay.”

“Nice Lodge.”

“White Cross Bay was idle location for short break.”

“Lodge was clean, well equipped and comfortable.”

“Great lodge with added hot tub, great for us to be able to take dogs with us, slight issue was that our smaller dog could easily get through the wooden fencing!”

“The lodge was clean and comfortable and had everything you need to enjoy your stay.”

“Fir tree log cabin was a great base for our stay in the Lake District.”

“We stayed here for 4 nights over the Easter holidays with our 2 children and dog.”

“Had a great few days in Fir Tree Lodge.”

“We had a wonderful first time long weekend visit in the park with the cabin and hot tub experience at Fir Tree.”

“My girlfriend and I had a lovely trip to Fir Tree Lodge along with our dog.”

“Lovely stay at Fir Trees Lodge over the half term.”

“Everything we needed for a great break in a beautiful location.”

“A lovely lodge and a good setting to enjoy a relaxing break in the Lakes.”

“Lovely location and lodge was well presented and had everything we needed .”

“Coasters were dirty as were all window frames, and units not cleaned at all, full of dust.”