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Lily Tarn

White Cross Bay near Troutbeck Bridge, Cumbria & The Lake District (Ref. 1159338)

Lake District Lodge Holidays rating

  • 4 Guests

  • 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 Bathrooms

  • Pets Yes

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Features

  • Hot tub
  • Off road parking
  • Ground floor accommodation
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Garden / Patio
  • Pub/shop < 1 mile
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

Reviews

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1 Customer Review(s)

  • Mathew

    “From arriving to departing, the lodge was absolutely amazing and couldn’t have wished for better.”

    The comfort and cleanliness was second to none. It provided everything we needed for a relaxing week. Very high quality furniture, extremely comfortable beds and an abundance of spare towels. The hot tub was an added bonus as well. Will definitely be rebooking.

    The comfort and cleanliness was second to none. It provided everything we needed for a relaxing week. Very high quality furniture, extremely comfortable beds and an abundance of spare towels. The hot tub was an added bonus as well. Will definitely be rebooking.

    - Mathew, October 2025

Summary

  • Single-storey lodge
  • Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size with en-suite bath, shower over, basin, and WC, 1 x twin
  • Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail, WC
  • Kitchen/diner
  • Sitting room with electric fire
  • Gas central heating
  • Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, kettle and toaster
  • Smart TV, WiFi
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Off-road parking for 2 cars
  • Decking with hot tub and furniture
  • Two well behaved medium sized dogs welcome
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop 0.4 miles, pub 0.6 miles, beach and river 0.4 miles, lake 0.6 miles
  • Note: This property can only accomodate Friday and Monday check in
  • Note: This property has a maximum of 7 night stays
  • Note: There are steps upto the property

The property

Lily Tarn is a delightful lodge on White Cross Bay Holiday Park situated on the shores of Lake Windermere between Ambleside and Windermere, featuring a large, decked area with a separate large hot-tub area with open aspects overlooking a stream.

Perfect for families or groups of friends, this delightful retreat offers off-road parking for two cars and welcomes one two well-behaved dogs, providing a welcoming base for exploring the stunning Lake District surroundings.

Upon entering this single-storey abode, you will be greeted by a spacious kitchen/diner, fully-equipped with all the essentials you need to whip up a hearty breakfast or a delicious evening meal.

Adjacent to this, you will find an inviting sitting room, complete with a warming electric fire and a Smart TV, perfect for those relaxing nights in after a day of exploring the local area.

The property boasts two well-presented bedrooms: a double room with king sized bed, featuring an en-suite bathroom with a shower over bath, basin and WC, and a twin room, ideal for children or friends.

There is also a separate shower room, fitted with a walk-in shower, heated towel rail, basin, and WC, providing ample space for everyone to prepare for their day.

Step outside onto the decking area, where you can unwind in the bubbling hot tub or enjoy a spot of alfresco dining using the outdoor furniture provided whilst listening to the calming noise of the stream which runs in front of the lodge..

This outdoor space is perfect for soaking up the serene surroundings and making the most of the beautiful Cumbrian weather.

When you can manage to pull yourself away from the calmness of Lily Tarn, the region provides an array of charming day trip attractions, all just waiting to be discovered.

Start your Lake District adventure at the National Trust - Wray, a treasure trove of local history and culture, before setting course for the Brockhole on Windermere, an excellent place for family fun or simply a lovely spot to relax and embrace the beauty of the area.

The Orrest Head Viewpoint, a rewarding uphill walk, affords treasured panoramic views of the surrounding lakes and countryside, whilst adrenaline seekers will be thrilled by the flying exhilaration offered by Zip World Windermere.

A short drive will bring you to Kendal, a historic market town featuring quaint cobbled lanes and a shopping district of high quality.

Here, the Kendal Museum will grant wonderfully informative insights into local heritage; or, for something truly unique, explore the detailed needlework at the Quaker Tapestry Museum, illustrating the history of the Quaker movement over three centuries.

For a change of scenery, venture into Lancaster, with its grand history standing tall in the form of the imposing Lancaster Castle.

Discover more flora in the varied Williamson Park or delve into the rich past of the city in the Lancaster City Museum and Maritime Museum.

Whether you are seeking relaxation, adventure, or culture, Lily Tarn is a superb base for a memorable Lake District getaway.

White Cross Bay

White Cross Bay holiday park nestles on the shores of Lake Windermere, midway between Windermere and Ambleside, in the Lake District National Park. Consisting of many lodges, it offers a restaurant, pub, shop, entertainment room, amusement arcade, indoor swimming pool with Jacuzzi, sauna and steam room, children's staffed activity centre, marina and outdoor play areas. Lake Windermere, the largest and most popular in the area, boasts a wide range of lakeside activities from walking and cycling to rowing, horse riding, taking a trip on the steam railway, plus lake cruises from Bowness to the pretty village of Ambleside and down to Lakeside, which has a celebrated aquarium. Children will also enjoy The World of Beatrix Potter in Bowness-on-Windermere, where technology brings her characters to life, and Brockhole Lake District Visitor Centre, with its Treetop Trek aerial adventure is a short walk away from the site. With destinations including Coniston Water, Kendal, Keswick and the Lakeland Mountains all within easy reach, this location is perfect for a Lake District holiday at any time of the year.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250.

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About the location

TROUTBECK BRIDGE

Windermere 2 miles; Ambleside 4 miles.

The small village of Troutbeck Bridge lies between the famous towns of Windermere and Ambleside, close to the renowned Kirkstone Pass, within the Lake District National Park. Made up of a scattering of Lakeland cottages, this quiet village offers a thriving and very popular local pub, serving real ales and fine food. The bustling towns of Windermere and Ambleside are close by, providing a range of amenities including shops, pubs and cafes. Lake Windermere boasts a range of lakeside activities, including trips to the famous Aquarium and the renowned Grizedale Forest Park, whilst children will enjoy the World of Beatrix Potter in nearby Bowness, where technology brings her characters to life. With destinations such as Coniston Water, Kendal, Keswick and the Lakeland Mountains all within easy reach, Troutbeck Bridge is an ideal location for exploring all that the region has to offer.

Note: This property can only accomodate Friday and Monday check in.
Note: This property has a maximum of 7 night stays.
Note: There are steps upto the property.

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.

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

Complimentary WiFi is provided by the park and subject to fair usage guidelines, Please connect by using "Parkdean Customer", no password required, 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.
Please choose “Parkdean Customer” to connect.

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:

  • Off-season
  • Christmas

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