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Need To Know

✓End terraced house located in Windermere, Lake District, Cumbria, UK
✓7 steps to main entrance (accessibility note)
✓Gas central heating throughout the property
✓Fuel types included in rent: gas and electricity
✓Wi-Fi internet access included in rent
✓Bed linen and towels provided and included in rent
✓Main living room with 32" Freeview Smart TV, CD player, Bluetooth speaker, and gas coal effect fire
✓Separate snug (living room 2) with 48" Freeview Smart TV, BT Sports, woodburner stove, and comfy reclining leather suite seating
✓Separate dining room with seating for eight guests
✓Well-equipped breakfast kitchen with small TV, DAB radio, gas cooker range, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, coffee machine, washing machine, and tumble dryer
✓Ground floor twin bedroom with 2 x single (3ft) beds
✓Ground floor small shower room located 15 metres from twin bedroom, featuring cubicle shower and toilet
✓First floor double bedroom with double (4ft 6in) bed accessed from one side only
✓First floor super kingsize bedroom with 6ft bed
✓First floor single bedroom with 3ft bed and ensuite shower room with shower and toilet
✓First floor additional single bedroom with 3ft bed
✓First floor separate shower room with cubicle shower and toilet
✓Pets allowed free of charge for up to 2 pets
✓No smoking allowed on the property
✓Small gated courtyard garden with sitting-out area, picnic bench, and garden furniture
✓Outdoor bike storage for a few bikes within the gated courtyard area
✓No on-site parking available
✓Two parking permits provided per booking: one local on-street parking permit for 1 car and one public car park permit covering local car park plus over 36 National Park car parks
✓Check-in time after 15:00 and check-out time before 10:00
✓Located within 100 yards of shops, pubs, and restaurants
✓Within 1 mile of train station and local pub
✓Close proximity to Bowness and Lake Windermere, accessible by a stroll downhill
✓Nearby activities include gentle and hardier walking routes starting from the door
✓Golf courses available within a short drive
✓Nearby towns accessible within less than an hour: Silverdale, Kirkby Lonsdale, Kendal, Appleby
✓Furnished to a high standard with very well-presented living accommodation
✓Customer rating of 4.9 out of 5 and multiple Customers' Choice awards (2020, 2024, 2026)

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Local Insights: Chartfield

Unique information you won't find on booking sites

Windermere, Cumbria

Weather & Local Conditions

12°C

Clear sky

Updated: 14 Jul 2026, 2:55am

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12.00°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

Chartfield 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

113m

(371 feet above sea level)

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

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113m

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: 54.3771400° N | Longitude: 2.904401° 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 Chartfield.

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 Chartfield

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 Chartfield

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Is Chartfield Right For Your Group

For Families

Groups Will Love...

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

Frequently Asked Questions

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