Chalet Elleray, Elleray, Windermere, La23 1 Aw

Situated along Orrest Head Road, just moments from the centre of Windermere, Elleray Cottage is a beautifully presented four-bedroom home combining traditional character with thoughtfully arranged accommodation across three floors.
Home
* Detached traditional Lakeland stone cottage
* Successful well-established holiday let * 4 double bedrooms * 3 en-suite shower rooms and house bathroom * 3 reception rooms * Warm and cosy interiors with character throughout
Services
* Mains electricity, water and drainage
* Underfloor heating
* Most mobile phone providers reach the home
* Freehold and council tax band F
Grounds and Location
*Mature gardens with patio area
*Private garden and decking with views over Windermere and the lake
*Parking for 3 cars, plus double garage
Its position is particularly appealing, with the celebrated walking route to Orrest Head close by and Windermere’s independent shops, cafés and restaurants within easy reach. The cottage enjoys a convenient village setting, with the surrounding fells and Lake Windermere providing an impressive backdrop.
Elleray Cottage makes a welcoming first impression. A bright entrance porch features traditional slate flooring, large windows and practical space for coats and boots. Beyond, a charming snug introduces beautiful wooden flooring, tasteful decoration and a fireplace, establishing the cottage’s warm and inviting character.
The ground-floor sitting room is equally attractive, with a wood-burning stove set upon a slate hearth. Windows overlook the footpath towards Orrest Head, while soft carpeting and comfortable proportions give the room a relaxed feel.
The inclusion of both a snug and a separate sitting room provides flexibility, with each offering its own distinct atmosphere and purpose.
The kitchen and dining room forms a particularly attractive part of Elleray Cottage. Generously proportioned, it comfortably accommodates a dining table for eight, with plenty of room for both cooking and entertaining.
Beautiful wooden cabinetry combines lighter and darker timber finishes, complemented by contrasting slate and granite worktops. Cleverly designed cupboards and drawers provide excellent storage, while an impressive Falcon range cooker sits at the heart of the kitchen.
The combination of natural materials, traditional detailing and practical design creates a kitchen that feels established and full of character.
Glazed doors open onto a small courtyard, providing access towards the garden and garage. A separate utility room sits beyond the kitchen, with space for a washing machine and tumble dryer, additional cupboards and a traditional Belfast sink. A ground-floor cloakroom with a washbasin and WC completes the accommodation on this level.
The first floor accommodates two well-proportioned double bedrooms, both enjoying pleasant outlooks.
The principal bedroom is a comfortable and spacious room, with views over the surrounding rooftops towards Windermere village. Its private en-suite shower room is fitted with twin washbasins, a WC and a rainfall shower.
The second double bedroom overlooks part of the garden and offers generous space for freestanding furniture. A separate family bathroom serves this bedroom, featuring a bath, vanity washbasin, WC and heated towel rail.
A short staircase leads to the second floor, where two further double bedrooms each benefit from their own en-suite shower room.
Both rooms are well presented, with one overlooking neighbouring gardens and the other enjoying views towards Elleray Cottage’s garden.
With four double bedrooms, three en-suite shower rooms and a separate family bathroom, the layout offers excellent flexibility for a family home or those regularly accommodating guests.
One of Elleray Cottage’s most distinctive features is its second floor sitting room. Beautiful wooden flooring, a wood-burning stove and a generous picture window give this room considerable character. Glazed doors at the far end overlook the raised garden and terrace, bringing natural light into the space.
Positioned away from the main living accommodation, this additional sitting room provides a welcome degree of separation and could equally serve as a television room, study or private retreat.
The outside space is arranged across several areas, including a small courtyard adjoining the kitchen and a raised garden to the rear of the cottage.
An elevated decking platform offers glimpses across the rooftops towards Lake Windermere and the surrounding landscape. The different levels provide interest and character, with the garden also visible from the upper-floor accommodation.
There’s off-road parking for one car directly outside the home, along with a separate double garage and additional parking, providing space for up to five cars in total.
Elleray Cottage occupies an excellent position within Windermere, placing village amenities and some of the Lake District’s most recognised landmarks close at hand.
The holiday is let through [hidden information] and has a 75% occupancy rate. The average annual gross turnover
is approximately £60K per annum. The route to Orrest Head is nearby, with its woodland paths leading to panoramic views across Lake Windermere and the surrounding fells. Windermere village offers an excellent selection of independent shops, cafés, restaurants and everyday amenities, together with a railway station providing connections to Oxenholme and the wider national rail network.
Bowness-on-Windermere is also easily accessible, with its lakeside setting, restaurants, boat services and opportunities for sailing and water sports. Ambleside and the central Lake District are within convenient reach, opening an extensive network of walking routes and outdoor pursuits.
Combining attractive period-style detailing, well-balanced accommodation and a sought-after Windermere address, Elleray Cottage is a characterful and generously proportioned home in a highly desirable setting.