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Cunsey Lodge is a four-bedroom property sleeping eight guests in the Lake District, Cumbria. This pet-friendly retreat features a private hot tub perfect for unwinding after exploring the fells. The property welcomes your dogs to join the family holiday.

The location sits within easy reach of Lake Windermere and surrounding countryside. Woodland walks start from the doorstep. The area offers year-round outdoor activities and stunning scenery.

The accommodation provides four bedrooms and four bathrooms across the property. Social spaces include a well-equipped kitchen and comfortable living areas. Each bedroom has been designed for restful stays.

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About Cunsey Lodge

Cunsey Lodge is a four-bedroom property sleeping eight guests in the Lake District, Cumbria. This pet-friendly retreat features a private hot tub perfect for unwinding after exploring the fells. The property welcomes your dogs to join the family holiday.

The location sits within easy reach of Lake Windermere and surrounding countryside. Woodland walks start from the doorstep. The area offers year-round outdoor activities and stunning scenery.

The accommodation provides four bedrooms and four bathrooms across the property. Social spaces include a well-equipped kitchen and comfortable living areas. Each bedroom has been designed for restful stays. The four bathrooms mean no morning queues for larger groups.

Windermere Lake Cruises operates from Bowness-on-Windermere (3 miles, 10 minutes). Grizedale Forest Park offers mountain biking and walking trails (4 miles, 12 minutes). Hill Top, Beatrix Potter's former home, sits at Near Sawrey (2 miles, 8 minutes). The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction entertains families in Bowness (3 miles, 10 minutes).

Cunsey Lodge suits families and friend groups wanting space and comfort. The combination of four bathrooms, hot tub and pet-friendly policy makes this an excellent Lake District base.

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Need To Know

Cunsey Lodge

  • Ground source underfloor heating with woodburning stove
  • WiFi
  • Off-road parking for four cars
  • Fuel, power and a starter pack of logs for woodburning stove included in rent
  • Initial supply of logs, any additional logs can be purchased at the farm shop
  • Bed linen and towels included in rent
  • Private patio with furniture, barbecue and wood fired hot tub
  • The hot tub is cleaned and ready to fill on arrival, as it's wood-fired, it takes up to 2 hours to fill and heat, and cannot be prepared in advance
  • The swimming pool can be booked for 45 minute private sessions, all guests can pre-book up to a maximum of 3 swimming slots ( or 2 slots for short stays 2 and 3 nights ) 7 days prior to arrival by contacting estate@graythwaite, Com
  • Please bring swim towels, as the towels provided are only for use in the property
  • More slots may be booked dependent on availability, please contact the estate office during your stay for more information
  • Gas oven and hob
  • Microwave
  • Fridge/freezer
  • Washing machine
  • Tumble dryer
  • Dishwasher
  • Smart tv in the living room & tv with freeview in the kitchen
  • Four-bedroom property sleeping eight guests
  • Four Bathrooms
  • Travel cot and highchair available
  • Two well-behaved pets welcome
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Please note that we can't accept check in on christmas day, boxing day or new years day
  • Lake District, Cumbria
  • Woodland walks start from the doorstep
  • Location sits within easy reach of Lake Windermere and surrounding countryside
  • Shop 2.3 miles
  • Pub 1.7 miles
  • Hill Top (Beatrix Potter's House) 2 miles
  • World of Beatrix Potter Attraction 3 miles
  • Windermere Lake Cruises 3 miles
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What Guests Love

What do previous guests think about their stay at Cunsey Lodge

Private Hot Tub

Relax in your own hot tub after days exploring the Lake District fells and forests with the whole family.

Four Bathrooms

No morning bathroom queues with four full bathrooms throughout the property, perfect for larger groups and families.

Pet Friendly Welcome

Bring your dogs along to enjoy the Lake District walks and woodland trails right from the doorstep.

Sleeps Eight Guests

Four bedrooms accommodate eight people comfortably, ideal for multi-generational family holidays or friend gatherings.

Doorstep Woodland Walks

Step straight out into surrounding woodland and countryside paths without needing to drive anywhere first.

Lake Windermere Proximity

Just three miles from Lake Windermere's shores, offering boating, water sports and lakeside dining within ten minutes.

Getting To Cunsey Lodge

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Cunsey Lodge by car, follow the A590 towards Newby Bridge, then take local roads towards Cunsey. The lodge sits in a peaceful Lake District setting with off-road parking available for guests upon arrival.

By Train

For those travelling by rail, the nearest station is Windermere, approximately 4 miles away. From there, a short taxi journey brings you to Cunsey Lodge through beautiful Lakeland countryside.

Off-road parking available
Windermere station (4 miles)
Accessible from the A590

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Hill Top (Beatrix Potter's House)
Distance: 2 miles
LA22 0LF
World of Beatrix Potter Attraction
Distance: 3 miles
LA23 3BX
Windermere Lake Cruises
Distance: 3 miles
LA23 3HQ
Grizedale Forest Park
Distance: 4 miles
LA22 0QJ
Claife Heights Woodland Walk
Distance: 1 mile
LA22 0LW
Windermere Lakeshore Path
Distance: 2 miles
LA23 3JA
Windermere Village Shops
Distance: 4 miles
LA23 1AF
Booths Supermarket Windermere
Distance: 4 miles
LA23 1BA
Hawkshead Village Shops
Distance: 3 miles
LA22 0NT
Bowness-on-Windermere
Distance: 3 miles
LA23 3HJ
Ambleside Town Centre
Distance: 6 miles
LA22 9BS
Coniston Village
Distance: 7 miles
LA21 8DU
Hill Top (Beatrix Potter's House)
Distance: 2 miles
LA22 0LF
World of Beatrix Potter Attraction
Distance: 3 miles
LA23 3BX
Windermere Lake Cruises
Distance: 3 miles
LA23 3HQ
Grizedale Forest Park
Distance: 4 miles
LA22 0QJ
Claife Heights Woodland Walk
Distance: 1 mile
LA22 0LW
Windermere Lakeshore Path
Distance: 2 miles
LA23 3JA
Windermere Village Shops
Distance: 4 miles
LA23 1AF
Booths Supermarket Windermere
Distance: 4 miles
LA23 1BA
Hawkshead Village Shops
Distance: 3 miles
LA22 0NT
Bowness-on-Windermere
Distance: 3 miles
LA23 3HJ
Ambleside Town Centre
Distance: 6 miles
LA22 9BS
Coniston Village
Distance: 7 miles
LA21 8DU

Is Cunsey Lodge Right For You & Your Dog

Discover why this cottage is the perfect dog-friendly hot tub retreat for you and your pet

For Families
Children will love the outdoor space and hot tub at Cunsey Lodge. The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction sits just three miles away in Bowness. Grizedale Forest Park offers Go Ape activities and forest trails four miles from the property. Lake Windermere provides boat trips and water activities. Woodland walks start from the doorstep for family adventures.
Pet Friendly
Cunsey Lodge welcomes dogs to join your Lake District holiday. Woodland walks begin directly from the property, perfect for morning and evening exercise. The surrounding countryside and nearby fells provide endless exploration opportunities. Lake Windermere's shores sit three miles away. Grizedale Forest offers dog-friendly trails four miles from the lodge. Your pets will love this location.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Cunsey Lodge

The Drunken Duck Inn

Located 2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA22 0NG

Cuckoo Brow Inn

Located 2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA22 0LQ

Lakeside Hotel Restaurant

Located 3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA12 8AT

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Cunsey Lodge

Is Cunsey Lodge pet friendly?
Yes, Cunsey Lodge welcomes dogs so your pets can join the family holiday. The surrounding woodland and Lake District location provides excellent walking opportunities right from the property.
How many people does the property sleep?
The lodge sleeps eight guests across four bedrooms. Four bathrooms throughout the property ensure comfortable stays for larger groups without morning queues.
Does Cunsey Lodge have a hot tub?
Yes, the property features a private hot tub for guest use. It's perfect for relaxing after days spent hiking the fells or exploring local attractions.
What are the bedroom arrangements?
Cunsey Lodge has four bedrooms sleeping eight people in total. The property includes four bathrooms, providing excellent facilities for larger family groups or friends travelling together.
Where is Cunsey Lodge located?
The property sits in Cumbria's Lake District, near Lake Windermere. Bowness-on-Windermere is three miles away, taking approximately ten minutes by car.
What attractions are nearby?
Windermere Lake Cruises operates from Bowness (3 miles, 10 minutes), whilst Grizedale Forest Park offers activities 4 miles away. Beatrix Potter's Hill Top sits 2 miles distant at Near Sawrey, reachable in eight minutes.
Are there good walks from the property?
Woodland walks begin directly from the doorstep of Cunsey Lodge. The Lake District location provides access to numerous fell walks and countryside trails suitable for all abilities.
Is there parking at Cunsey Lodge?
Yes, the property provides off-road parking for guests. The exact number of spaces should be confirmed when booking your stay at the lodge.

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Pet friendly & nearby

Pet Friendly Days Out Near Cunsey Lodge

Not sure where to take your dog on your hot tub break? Here are some handy and important places within easy reach. You'll find pet friendly pubs and cafés, beaches, walks and country parks, plus the nearest vets should you need one. Tire the dog out, then head back for a soak under the stars.

19 places nearby · Cunsey Lodge

Dog Friendly Pubs

Google Places

Proper country pubs near Cunsey Lodge that welcome dogs through the door - ideal for a post-walk pint by the fire.

Marina View | Bar & Restaurant

Windermere Marina Village, Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere LA23 3JQ, UK

2.1 mi 4.4 (876)

The Brown Horse Inn

A5074 Nr Windermere, 8 A5074, Windermere LA23 3NR, UK

2.5 mi 4.7 (941)

Lake View Garden Bar

St Andrews, Lake Rd, Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere LA23 3DE, UK

2.7 mi 4.2 (1787)

The Flying Pig Pub

Rayrigg Rd, Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere LA23 3BZ, UK

2.8 mi 4.2 (2977)

Hole in t' Wall

Robinson Pl, Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere LA23 3DH, UK

2.8 mi 4.6 (2711)

Masons Arms, Strawberry Bank

Strawberry Bank, Fell Foot Brow, Grange-over-Sands LA11 6NW, UK

3.1 mi 4.6 (1856)

Places data © Google. "Dog friendly" is based on listing and review text rather than an official flag, so it's always worth ringing ahead to double-check before you travel.

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Cunsey Lodge Reviews

Angela
Lovely house, spotlessy clean. Had everything you could wish for on holiday. Quiet location but not far from shops. Had an issue with the hot water but was easy to get in touch with the staff and was dealt with quickly. The hot tub, BBQ and firepit were all a lovely addition. Would def stay again.
Lorraine
We had a wonderful weekend staying at this lovely house. From the moment we arrived it felt welcoming, warm and comfortable exactly what you want for a relaxing break with friends. The house was clean, cosy and very well looked after, and it made a perfect base for us to spend time together. Everything we needed was there and we immediately felt at home. It was a really enjoyable stay and we would happily come back again in the future. Highly recommended!
Cunsey Lodge is a beautiful property with outstanding surrounding, we loved the Forrest walks and wildlife that surrounds the property. On a negative note the property needs some TLC especially in the upstairs bathrooms, some of the light fitting have insects inside and havent been cleaned out, the bathroom fans dont work and some of the light fitting are hanging down, the grout and silicone could do with a touch up. The internal walls could do with a repaint as they are marked. On a positive note we loved our stay in the cottage we enjoyed the space and layout of the house and would definitely recommend it. The welcome pack and the logs were a lovely touch.
The house worked very well for a party of 8 adults. We liked the open plan design and the generous kitchen area which coped with all of us making breakfast at the same time. The views from the property are lovely and there are excellent walks from the door. A slight quibble is that the bathrooms could do with sealant renewing and woodwork thoroughout could do with deep cleaning, but overall this is a very good property generously kitted out for a large party.
Andrea
This spacious property was perfect for our needs. We were a party of 3 couples which left a spare spacious twin bedroom plus ensuite, for 2 more guests. In fact we particularly liked the fact that every bedroom had the luxury of its own ensuite & good quality bedding & towels. The downstairs layout was great for entertaining in both the large kitchendining area as well as the comfortable living room area. All rooms were well presented with a touch of luxury including the beautiful locally made soapsshampoo etc made available throughout the property for guests to enjoy. We really appreciated the lovely welcome pack too! Beautiful location & fabulous walks.
Elizabeth
The property was ideal for our family gettogether to celebrate a special anniversary. Well equipped and catered for baby toddler and adults.
I have completed a complaint form which details our disappointment on the cleanliness of the property eg mould on a quilt, dirty highchair chair, dirty on doorways, stained carpets. Not what we expected when booking through Sykes.
Sitaaraam
We had a good time at Cunsey Lodge. The location is very nice, and we had a great view of Lake Windermere from the cottage. The property is also part of the Graythwaite estate, and it was lovely to go for a ramble within the estate. The property itself was very spacious, and the rooms were large and comfortable. On the downside, the property looked like it had not been properly cleaned. The dining table was very sticky, and the same with the kitchen floor as well. The sofas in the living room looked well used and sagged a bit and not very comfortable to sit on for more than a few minutes. Upstairs, the bedroom windows again needed cleaning, and there was quite a bit of bird droppings on the outside part of the window sills. But these were fairly minor issues and we had a generally good time during our stay.
Judith
We had a great stay at cunsey lodge. There are lovely views of lake windermere from most windows.and from the hot tub ! The house was spacious and well equipped and in a good location for touring and walking.
We loved almost all of the house. Upstairs was perfect as was the kitchen. We also loved the hot tub. My only suggestion would be that there wasnt enough seating in the lounge for 8 people. Disappointed with the communication with Sykes. Your key collection e mail was still wrong about the on site pool. I did however manage to get all the correct information from the lady at Greythwaite Estate who was extremely helpful.
Beautiful house, well positioned for a lovely stay in the Lakes, close to lots of amenities and country walks for the dogs. Kitchen well stocked with everything we needed to enjoy our stay with the family.
An absolutely fantastic place with beautiful surroundings, so clean, comfortable, and welcoming. Our family had an amazing time, and the thoughtful touch of providing enough wood for both the fire and hot tub was truly appreciated. It made our weekend even more special! Highly recommend staying here.
Great place to stay with the family. We celebrated Christmas and my birthday with family a group of 7, including children. Lovely open plan accommodation and all bedrooms had an ensuite which was great. Well equipped kitchen and plenty of pans, roasting tins, plates and cutlery etc to cook and eat our Christmas dinner. Also loved the log burner. Would definitely recommend and would stay here again. Thank you
We had a wonderful weekend at Cunsey lodge. Very comfortable and clean and the house was lovely and warm from the minute we walked in. The log burning fire was the icing on the cake with a weekend of storms. Would highly recommend and would use again.
Second time we have stayed at this property. Great family house, especially with each bedroom having its own ensuite.
Alison
A spotlessly clean house , with excellent facilities ideal for a family gathering of 8 , views and walks from the door and use of a pool a short car ride or an hours walk away . The kitchen was very spacious and had everything with the exception of a potato peeler ! Maybe an air fryer would be an addition to such a high end property ? The hot tub was easy to fill and heat with the logs provided too . A superb property highly recommended
Cunsey Lodge is a lovely place to stay, is more spacious than the pictures show and in a picturesque location. The only comment I could make is the kitchen could do with a few more things, a frying pan, some smaller bowls for cookingserving and toilet roll holders in the bathrooms. Perhaps more details on finding the swimming pool! We would most definitely visit again and highly recommend it to friends and families who want to holiday together but have private roomsbathrooms. Thank you Braithwaite Estate
Was a fantastic experience for the whole family, in s stunning grounds. Will definitely return in the future
Cunsey lodge was a spacious accommodation in a great position on the edge of Lake Windermere. Louise the letting manager was kind enough to allow us early access which was extremely welcome. The only negative was the kitchen equipment needs looking at, not enough potspans, both corkscrews were of no use broken. I wouldnt hesitate to book again if these small but important tweaks were carried out.
Trushant
Sykes cottages are very professional, reasonably priced and easy to deal with. We enjoyed our stay at Cunsey Lodge Ambleside. Many thanks Sykes Cottages for helping us make some great memories.
Graham
We had a plumbing issue on arrival however once notified it was rectified the following morning excellent service! Youre a company Id book without hesitation in the future
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