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✓Grade II listed house designed by Augustus (AWN) Pugin, featuring unique interior style with chunky king-size four poster beds and solid ash single beds
✓7 bedrooms total, including 2 king-size four poster bedrooms, 4 bedrooms with 2 single 3ft beds each, and 1 bedroom with a 3ft bunk bed
✓5 ensuite bathrooms with cubicle showers, toilets in all ensuites, and heated towel rails in some ensuites
✓2 additional bathrooms with slipper baths and toilets
✓Gas central heating with gas and electricity included in the price
✓Open fire in living room and second dining room, woodburner in kitchen/dining room (fuel for fires available locally, not included)
✓Kitchen equipped with 2 electric ovens, electric hob, range cooker, 2 American fridge freezers, and 2 dishwashers
✓Utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer
✓Lower ground floor cinema room with 75" smart TV and soundbar
✓Living room with TV, DVD player, CD player, sound system, and open fire
✓Second dining room with TV and open fire
✓Games room available for entertainment
✓Private hot tub with capacity for 7 people
✓Bed linen and towels included for all guests
✓2 cots and 2 highchairs available for families with young children
✓Enclosed patio garden with garden furniture and BBQ facilities
✓On-site parking for up to 6 cars with extended car park and electric vehicle charging point
✓Pets allowed, maximum of 4 pets with charges applying
✓Access statement available on request; property has 2 steps to entrance and open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs inside
✓Train and bus stations literally around the corner for easy transport access
✓Minimum stay of 3 nights for short breaks, available year-round and bookable in advance
✓Check-in time from 16:00 and check-out time before 10:00
✓Security deposit of £400 required
✓No smoking allowed on the property
✓Wi-Fi included throughout the property
✓Furnished and presented to justify 4 star VisitEngland rating with lush decoration
✓Ideal for larger parties, upmarket stag or hen weekends, couples, families, and groups of single friends
✓Property can be booked together with neighbouring properties Bannerrigg, Boston House, White Moss, and Number One for combined capacity up to 66 people and 30 bedrooms
✓Solid ash single beds and chunky king-size four poster beds provide comfortable sleeping arrangements
✓Each king-size four poster bedroom includes TV and DVD player
✓Several bedrooms include TVs and some include DVD players
✓Bathrooms and ensuites feature cubicle showers, slipper baths, heated towel rails, and toilets
✓Open fire and woodburner fuel not included but available locally
✓Pub located within 1 mile of the property

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Local Insights: Alice Howe

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Windermere, Cumbria

Weather & Local Conditions

12°C

Clear sky

Updated: 14 Jul 2026, 2:54am

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11.80°C

Temperature

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6 km/h

Wind Speed

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73%

Humidity

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Packing Tip: UK weather can turn quickly, so pack layers whatever the forecast. A waterproof and sturdy shoes mean the whole group can head out whatever July throws at you.

What to Expect Through the Year

✓ May - September: Warmest, longest days - ideal for long days out, gardens and BBQs
✓ October - November: Crisp autumn colour, cosy evenings by the fire, quieter attractions
✓ December - February: Perfect for a snug winter escape - great for Christmas and New Year gatherings
✓ March - April: Spring blooms, longer evenings returning, wildlife becoming active

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Rainy Day Tip: A pet friendly cottage comes into its own on wet days - board games, a long lunch and a film beats a cramped hotel any day. Check the tabs here for nearby pubs and attractions with indoor options.

Dark Skies & Stargazing

Alice Howe sits in a location with genuinely dark skies - a real treat for a group, and something you rarely get at home in town.

Bortle Scale Rating

The Bortle scale measures night sky darkness from 1 (darkest) to 9 (brightest urban):

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Class 4 - Rural/suburban transition

This location's dark sky rating

What You Can See From the Cottage

The Milky Way is visible overhead, though light domes may be visible on the horizon towards larger towns.

The Milky Way is visible on clear, moonless nights.

Best Stargazing Conditions

✓ New Moon periods: Darkest skies, best Milky Way visibility
✓ Winter months: Earlier darkness, crisper skies, Orion constellation prominent
✓ After 11pm: Neighbouring lights typically switched off
✓ Allow 20 minutes: Let your eyes adjust to darkness before looking up

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Pro Tip: Download a stargazing app like "Sky Map" or "Star Walk" before arrival. Mobile signal can be limited, and these apps work offline - a fun activity to share of an evening.

Location & Elevation

139m

(456 feet above sea level)

Alice Howe sits in a peaceful Cumbria setting - space to spread out and the perfect base for a pet friendly escape.

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139m

Elevation

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Windermere

Nearest Village

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Rural

Setting

What the Elevation Means for Your Stay

✓ Fresher air: Expect it a touch cooler than coastal areas - bracing walks and restful sleep
✓ Clearer air: Less pollution and haze, better views and stargazing
✓ Morning mists: Valley fog sometimes forms below, creating magical sunrise views
✓ Walking access: Higher starting point means shorter climbs to hilltops and summits

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Driving Note: The roads to Windermere are typical Cumbria lanes - narrow in places with passing spots. If the group is arriving in several cars, share the postcode and a meeting point in advance.

Coordinates

Latitude: 54.3801990° N | Longitude: 2.90276° W

Sunrise & Sunset Times

Today's sun times for Windermere (Tuesday, 14 July 2026):

3:53am

Sunrise

7:41pm

Golden Hour

8:41pm

Sunset

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3:53am

Sunrise

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8:41pm

Sunset

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7:41pm

Golden Hour

Planning Your Days by Season

✓ Summer (Jun-Aug): Sunset around 9:30-10pm - long days for group walks, days out and late alfresco dinners
✓ Autumn (Sep-Nov): Sunset 5-7pm - perfect timing for an after-dinner drink as the stars come out
✓ Winter (Dec-Feb): Sunset around 4pm - cosy early evenings by the fire, ideal for stargazing
✓ Spring (Mar-May): Sunset 6-9pm - watch the evenings grow longer each day

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Golden Hour: For the best light, plan your group photo or evening walk around golden hour (7:41pm). The warm colours make for lovely holiday photos before you head back in for dinner.

July Daylight

This month in Windermere, you have approximately 16.81 hours of daylight. The long summer days mean plenty of time for group adventures before a relaxed evening back at the cottage.

Practical Essentials

Everything the group needs to know before you arrive at Alice Howe.

Mobile Phone Signal

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Signal Strength

Good

Mobile signal is generally good in this area across most networks.

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Signal Tip: All major networks should work well here.

Nearest Essentials

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Arrival Tip: Fill up with fuel before you arrive - petrol stations can be sparse in rural Cumbria. With a larger group it's worth doing one big supermarket shop on the way, especially if arriving late.

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About Alice Howe

Need To Know

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Weather & Local Conditions

What to Expect Through the Year

Dark Skies & Stargazing

Bortle Scale Rating

What You Can See From the Cottage

Best Stargazing Conditions

Location & Elevation

What the Elevation Means for Your Stay

Coordinates

Sunrise & Sunset Times

Planning Your Days by Season

July Daylight

Practical Essentials

Mobile Phone Signal

Nearest Essentials

Family & Fun

What Guests Love

Getting To Alice Howe

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Is Alice Howe Right For Your Group

For Families

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