Waterbird Lodge
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Welcome to Waterbird, a spacious three bedroom holiday lodge with stunning lake views
Named after a flying boat built at the location during the second world war, Waterbird Lodge enjoys a sought after private lake front location at White Cross Bay. The lodge is tastefully furnished with everything you might need for a very comfortable stay. Waterbird boasts one of the largest outside decks on the park, perfect to take advantage of those stunning lake views. You can just imagine waking up and looking out across the lake with your morning coffee…
Please note: Waterbird will sleep up to 7 guests in 3 bedrooms. Maximum 5 adults at any one time plus 2 children sleeping on the top bunk and trundle bed. An infant can also stay when sleeping in a travel cot. The third bedroom has bunk beds and a pull out trundle bed which is suitable for a child only – please bring your own bedding for the trundle bed.
Waterbird Lodge welcomes 1 small dog.
Please note: A refundable £100 security deposit is required for all stays at Waterbird Lodge. This is payable with your balance and refunded within 7 days of departure if not called upon.
Accommodation Details
Living area:
- Bright and spacious open plan lounge and dining area with carpeted floors
- Focal electric fire and surround
- 3 seater fabric recliner sofas, 2 armchairs (one is a recliner)
- Dining area with full size dining table and 6 chairs
- Wall mounted flat screen TV and DVD player
- Picture windows looking out across the lake. One set of patio doors opening out onto the vast deck area
Kitchen area:
- Fully equipped fitted kitchen includes a built-in double oven, under counter fridge and freezer, dishwasher, gas hob, microwave, toaster and kettle
- Plenty of cutlery and crockery plus storage
Master bedroom:
- King size divan bed
- Full width mirror fronted wardrobe, bed side table and dressing table
- En suite with double width walk in shower, hydro massage shower, toilet, hand basin and heated towel rail
Second bedroom:
- Double bed
- Mirror fronted wardrobe and bedside drawers
Third bedroom:
- Children’s bunk beds with pull out trundle bed (The bottom bunk only would be suitable for an adult)
- Wall mounted TV
- Small storage unit
Family bathroom:
- Family bathroom with over bath shower, toilet and hand basin
Other information:
- Full central heating and double glazing ensuring a comfortable stay all year round
Key Information for your Stay
What's included
A fully equipped kitchen for self-catering. All gas and electricity, bed linen and towels. Please bring your own swimming towels if intending to use the leisure facilities.
If using the trundle bed for an additional child guests will need to bring their own bedding.
Arrival and Departure Time
Standard arrival time from 3 p.m. and departure at 10 a.m. 2 night weekend specials depart at 5 p.m. on Sunday.
Accessibility
Waterbird Lodge is accessed by 6 steps. The lodge is then all on the same ground floor level.
Dogs
The lodge welcomes 1 small dog (subject to £50 refundable deposit).
As per our T&Cs all dogs must be over the age of 6 months and fully house trained. Dogs are not allowed to be left unattended under any circumstances or be allowed to sit/sleep on the furniture. There is a £10 supplement per dog, per stay.
Please note: Dogs are not allowed in the clubhouse at White Cross Bay. (They can be taken into the outdoor seating area).
Infants (Up to 24 months)
A travel cot and/or high chair can be hired for £5 per item. Where the travel cot fits will depend on the number of bedrooms being used. The travel cot will fit in the master bedroom by the entrance to the en-suite only. If not being used, it can be squeezed into the second bedroom. It will also fit in the bunk room. The travel cot will be left in the lodge for you to put up. Please bring your own bedding for the travel cot.
Outside Area
The deck is fully enclosed, secure and gated. A slab or base is provided for a BBQ but please bring your own disposable BBQ.
The very spacious deck has 2 mature trees to the side plus an integrated bench seating area. Patio set for outdoor dining.
Parking
There is designated parking for 2 cars to the rear of the lodge.
Additional cars should be parked in the parking spaces along the main drive close to the marina.
Leisure Facilities
All stays include FREE use of Choices leisure facilities during your stay (located offsite at Troutbeck Bridge).
Alternatively, White Cross Bay has its own onsite leisure facilities. You will need to purchase a leisure pass from reception which is currently £15 per lodge. This covers everyone staying in the lodge for the duration of your stay.
For more information about leisure facilities please click here. (Every lodge)
WiFi
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. From our experience, it is only suitable for page browsing and sending emails.
WiFi is provided for personal use only and is not intended for high data usage, gaming and/or use for business purposes.
Any more questions
Please refer to our comprehensive FAQs page or contact us.
Joined Lake District Lodge Holidays
Waterbird Lodge has been rented through us since February 2019
Reviews
Halloween Weekend Stay
Review date: 04th November 2019
Waterbird
Review date: 13th October 2019
Waterbird
Review date: 13th September 2019
Amazing
Review date: 08th September 2019
Relaxing and beauitful
Review date: 12th July 2019
Thanks for your review Maria. We were delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay and rated every aspect as 5 out of 5. We agree that it is a wonderful place to stay with views to die for! We look forward to welcoming you back in the future.
Perfect
Review date: 05th July 2019
What a view
Review date: 26th June 2019
A great weekend!
Review date: 25th June 2019
Birthday Treat
Review date: 14th June 2019
We are so delighted to hear you thoroughly enjoyed your stay in this spectacular lodge Lisa, thank you for your excellent review and ratings. Waterbird is a beautiful three-bedroom lodge with its unique setting to sleep 7, it is the perfect lodge for the whole family. Located directly on the waterfront, its views speak for itself. There is no wonder since joining our portfolio, Waterbird is becoming a firm favourite amongst our guests. We hope to welcome you back in the future for another wonderful stay.
Family break
Review date: 10th June 2019
Location
About White Cross Bay, Windermere
Stay in a lodge or log cabin at White Cross Bay. Situated on the shores of Lake Windermere it is one of the most popular park locations in the very heart of the Lake District.
For more detailed information about White Cross Bay, Windermere please Click here.
