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istaylakes Keeping you up to date with all the wonderful things the Lake District has to offer.

Offering Accommodation, things to do and places to visit in the English Lake District. A small selection of privately owned holiday cottages available in the bustling villages of Bowness on Windermere, Windermere & Ambleside.

_ hello March 💛 St David’s Day💛 First day of Spring(ish)💛 Daffodils 💛 Sunshine 💛 Longer days 💛 New beginnings💛 March her...
01/03/2025

_ hello March

💛 St David’s Day

💛 First day of Spring(ish)

💛 Daffodils

💛 Sunshine

💛 Longer days

💛 New beginnings

💛 March here in is a rather special time (we think)!
From daffodils and lambs, to brighter, longer days as well as everywhere opening up again ready to entice you back to our quaint villages and encourage you out into the fells too!

Do you need another reason to book your lakeland getaway?

Dm/email [email protected]

A warm lakeland welcome awaits 🤗

📍 Sizergh Castle, Kendal
📸

🚨 Late Availability Alert 🚨Still time to grab a last minute getaway to this (2/3/4nts)🏠 Ellefred Cottage📍 Bowness vi...
16/02/2025

🚨 Late Availability Alert 🚨

Still time to grab a last minute getaway to this (2/3/4nts)

🏠 Ellefred Cottage
📍 Bowness village
🛌 Slp6

17th - 21st
24th - 28th

Here’s what recent guests said about their stay;

“We had an amazing stay, the location was perfect at the top of bowness and it’s easy to walk or get the bus into Windermere!
The overall house was so tidy & clean when we arrived.
We absolutely loved the house, it came with everything that was needed, the kitchen was brilliant & the areas to sit and chill out were also fab!!
We would 110% stay here again if we go back to bowness as it was perfect!!!” 🫶

DM/email
[email protected]

LINK to BOOK your BREAK

airbnb.com/h/attractiveterracedcottage

best be quick 😉

_wish you were hereWhat a glorious day we had here in today and the good weather is set to continue 🙌There is still so...
06/02/2025

_wish you were here

What a glorious day we had here in today and the good weather is set to continue 🙌

There is still some availability over Half Term (and Valentines weekend 💌) if you wish to come and enjoy.

Our cosy cottages are the perfect base for getting out and exploring all our has to offer. 🥾

A warm welcome awaits 🤗

Dm/ 📧 [email protected]

📷
📍 Lake Windermere, Troutbeck

_ hello February 💛It’s the last month of Winter which can only mean one thing …Brighter days are coming 🙌Lots of signs a...
01/02/2025

_ hello February 💛

It’s the last month of Winter which can only mean one thing …

Brighter days are coming 🙌

Lots of signs already that Spring is on its way 🌱

Not forgetting Valentine’s Day 💞

✨We all agree every month has its beauty but in the is special ✨

✨ If you’re thinking of booking a break, then look no further. ✨

✨A warm welcome, clean and comfortable cottages, local amenities close by, walks from your doorstep and not forgetting the friendly team on hand to answer any queries or offer suggestions on things to see and do in this .✨

What are you waiting for?

DM/ 📧 [email protected]

_ what ewe looking atHave your weekend plans been scuppered due to ? Don’t worry there are plenty more weekends ahead...
24/01/2025

_ what ewe looking at

Have your weekend plans been scuppered due to ?

Don’t worry there are plenty more weekends ahead to book your getaway with

We have everything you need for a thoroughly relaxing and enjoyable stay in

🤗 Cosy Lakeland cottages
🥾 Abundance of walks
🏔️ Stunning scenery
🏛️Museums & Historic Houses
🏡 Quaint villages
🛍️ Independent shops
☕️ Ample supply of tea shops
🍻 Cosy Country Pubs
⭐️ Michelin Star Restaurants

There really is something for everyone!

BOOK your GETAWAY NOW finger👇

DM/ 📧 [email protected] for best rates

A warm welcome awaits 🤗

🤍💙Winter Blues💙🤍Can you believe we’re almost at the end of January? 🫣Although behind the scenes we have been giving our ...
22/01/2025

🤍💙Winter Blues💙🤍

Can you believe we’re almost at the end of January? 🫣

Although behind the scenes we have been giving our wonderful cottages some tlc 💫 we have also been busy with bookings for the upcoming season and we are so looking forward to welcoming you all. 🫶

With a beautiful selection of cottages for you to choose from, child friendly, pet friendly and perfectly located for all your Lake District adventures. 🥾

Why not chase away those winter blues and plan your summer views? ⛰️

A warm welcome awaits you 🤗

📍 Lake Windermere

_ stepping into 2025🥾 Put your best foot forward this by booking yourself a stay with 🏔️ Take your pick of some spect...
08/01/2025

_ stepping into 2025

🥾 Put your best foot forward this by booking yourself a stay with

🏔️ Take your pick of some spectacular walks, plenty of choice for all abilities.

🍰 An abundant selection of tea/coffee shops to choose from for an afternoon sweet treats.

🛍️ Villages filled with plenty of independent shops to have a potter around.

🍻 Country pubs to enjoy local beers and ales as well as lakeland hospitality.

🍽️ Amazing places to eat out including a large selection of Michelin Star restaurants.

🔥 not forgetting our cosy and welcoming cottages for you to relax and feel right at home in.

What are you waiting for?

Breaks available from 2nts just DM for best rates this January.

_ happy Monday 😊 We start the week at the end of 2024 and get ready to step into 2025 with the likelihood of snow by the...
30/12/2024

_ happy Monday 😊

We start the week at the end of 2024 and get ready to step into 2025 with the likelihood of snow by the weekend too! ❄️

We wanted to take this opportunity to thank all our followers and visitors this last year and are hoping to welcome you all back again in 2025. 🙏🏻

Breaks available from 2nts if you fancy a stay with us. We have some wonderful, cosy and ideally located cottages here in - perfect for a last minute getaway or staycation 🏡

Wishing you all the very best for 2025 🥳

_ White Christmas We might not be able to guarantee you a but we can guarantee cosy and festive cottages this Christma...
17/12/2024

_ White Christmas

We might not be able to guarantee you a but we can guarantee cosy and festive cottages this Christmas, your ‘Home from Home’ here in

🎄Festive decorations
✨Sparkle
🍬Sweet treats
🥂Holiday cheer
♟️Board Games
🍿 Movie Channels
🎁 Welcome gift
🎅🏼Jolly time to enjoy together

DM or 📧 [email protected]
For best rates for your festive getaway

_ taste district If you’re not able to visit us over the festive season and have on all those lovely treats 🤔 Don’t ...
11/12/2024

_ taste district

If you’re not able to visit us over the festive season and have on all those lovely treats 🤔

Don’t panic as you can have the yumminess of the lakes delivered direct to your door or give a gift 🎁

Happy shopping 🛍️ you’re welcome ☺️

_ driving to The Lakes for Christmas …No need to pack your tree 🎄 We take the hassle out of decorating your chosen cotta...
04/12/2024

_ driving to The Lakes for Christmas …

No need to pack your tree 🎄

We take the hassle out of decorating your chosen cottage at Christmas. We have a few rather cosy and welcoming cottages that are full of festive cheer and treats too!

For those travelling with young children, we also provide travel cots and high chairs FOC along with DVD’s & boardgames.

If you’re bringing your fur babies with you, we also provide doggy bowls, towels and toys.

All we need is you 🫶 taking time away with those you love to unwind, relax and indulge 😊🎄🎁❤️

Christmas time in the Lakes sounds idyllic right?

What are you waiting for?

CLICK 👉 BOOK 😊 PACK 🧳

DM

www.iStayLakes.co.uk

_ a festive feastIf you’re a regular visitor to over the festive season, you’ll be familiar with this book of loveline...
30/11/2024

_ a festive feast

If you’re a regular visitor to over the festive season, you’ll be familiar with this book of loveliness from

With stores in Kendal, Windermere and Keswick it’s perfect for all your festive treats, where they also stock a large selection of local produce too.

To take the stress out of your supermarket shop, you can pre order all your goodies and then swing by and collect them before arriving at your cottage for your festive break.

Unpack, relax and enjoy ☺️

_ Christmas Lights ✨ are being switched on in Ambleside this afternoon. Why not leave the car and hop on or arrive by b...
16/11/2024

_ Christmas Lights ✨

are being switched on in Ambleside this afternoon. Why not leave the car and hop on or arrive by boat at Waterhead with

👨‍👩‍👦‍👦 Children’s Fun Zone (all day)
🤹🏻‍♀️Entertainment & Stalls - Market Cross - 12noon
⛴️ Santa Cruise Waterhead ~ 2pm ❌SOLD OUT❌
🎅🏼 Santas Sleigh Ride in town ~ 4pm
🌟 Lantern Procession ~ 4.30pm
💥 Firework Display ~ 5.30pm

Full details and map to all events at
www.amblesidechristmaslights.com

it’s timeeeeee….Now that Halloween & Guy Fawkes are behind us, thoughts and hands soon turn to Christmas and all the fes...
15/11/2024

it’s timeeeeee….

Now that Halloween & Guy Fawkes are behind us, thoughts and hands soon turn to Christmas and all the festive fun leading up to it!

Once again our beautiful lakeland villages are transformed to welcome visitors (and locals) over the festive season. ✨

We too will be hard at work in the coming weeks to make our cottages all festive and welcoming all our guests next month 🎊

Have you plans yet for Christmas/New Year? 🎄

we still have some availability if you fancy celebrating here in 🥳

_ Bonfire Night 🔥 As the weekend is now here some of our villages have organised and starting tonight 🧨See a full li...
01/11/2024

_ Bonfire Night 🔥

As the weekend is now here some of our villages have organised and starting tonight 🧨

See a full list below.

Have fun and stay safe!

🎇 🎆

Fri 1st Nov
Hayes Garden World, Ambleside
6-9pm
(Ticket Only)

Coniston Sports Club, Coniston
4pm onwards
(Donations on entry)
🎇🎆

Sat 2nd Nov
Windermere Rugby Club, Bowness
5.30pm onwards
(Book online or pay at gate)

Hawkshead Recreation Ground, Hawkshead
5.30pm onwards
(Donations on entry)
🎇🎆

Sun 3rd above
Swan Hotel, Newby Bridge
6-8pm
(FREE Entry)

🎇🎆
Tues 5th Nov
Low Wood Bay, Low Wood Hotel
6-9pm
(Ticket Only)

🍂Hello November 🍂November can be quite a wonderful month here in the Lake District.Although the days may be shorter, the...
01/11/2024

🍂Hello November 🍂

November can be quite a wonderful month here in the Lake District.
Although the days may be shorter, there is still plenty going on and numerous walks to be discovered and enjoyed.
Frosty mornings, crunchy leaves and some spectacular scenery to take in- it’s an ideal time to book a getaway.

Not forgetting the amazing selection of independent businesses in each of the quaint villages (perfect for making a start on your Christmas shopping).



📍Waterhead, Ambleside
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🎃🎃🎃H•A•P•P•Y H•A•L•L•O•W•E•E•N 🎃🎃🎃Will you be carving pumpkins or turnips into jack-o’-lanterns tonight?Or maybe apple b...
31/10/2024

🎃🎃🎃H•A•P•P•Y
H•A•L•L•O•W•E•E•N 🎃🎃🎃

Will you be carving pumpkins or turnips into jack-o’-lanterns tonight?
Or maybe apple bobbing, telling scary stories, or watching horror films?

However you’re spending All Hallows’ Eve ~ Enjoy!

🖤 👻 🧡🍁🎃🍂🧡 ☠️ 🖤

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_ Autumn Vibes 🍂 This is your reminder to book your autumn stay in 💭 The colours are looking rather fabulous and it’s ...
24/10/2024

_ Autumn Vibes 🍂

This is your reminder to book your autumn stay in 💭

The colours are looking rather fabulous and it’s a wonderful time of year to come and enjoy our lakeland villages and spectacular scenery. 🧡💛🤎

A warm welcome awaits you - keep an eye on our story for last minute availability 👀

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