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Open access to the Marina to see the wildlife or have a picnic
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Splashing around on Lake Windermere from the Marina
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So what do you reckon to this place Chester ….
As White Cross Bay is a lake side site it has it’s own Marina – and although launching charges are applicable to the yachts and boats it doesn’t stop you taking kayaks or dinghys on for your own entertainment, if safe to do so – (would always advise life jackets and stay close to the edge for novices!)
It’s great to go down there for a picnic too (picnic benches are provided) as you can just watch the world go by and admire the sailing skills of all those lucky enough to have their own boats! The dogs love it too … great for cooling down on a hot day!
The views across the lake are clear and undisturbed and you can spend your time feeding the ducks, waving to the passing lake cruisers or just soaking up the environment!
If you’re lucky enough to be in the Lake District this weekend, whether staying in one of our holiday lodges or elsewhere – you are soooooo lucky!!
You have 3 things going on which if I’d known about I would so have booked one of our lodges on White Cross Bay or Limefitt Park – there is the Maryport Blues Festival, the Stavely Real Ale Festival and the big Airshow at Windermere – and I think there’s even a Real Ale festival in Hawkshead too!! I will definitely be booking in for this time next year – but for this year looks like we’ll be missing out ;-(
Have agreat time whatever you’re doing!! And e-mail me some pics if you go to any of these events and a bit for the blog – would love some feedback on them!
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You want me to walk up THERE!!
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Striding Edge … this way looks better for me!
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A well deserved pint!
There are a number of different routes to the peak of Helvellyn and Striding Edge ………… this particular route from Grasmere was very dog friendly – with no stiles and we didn’t need to do the Striding Edge which we felt would be a bit tricky for dogs if they’re not used to it ….. and decided Jester would find it a bit difficult to negotiate. The views of Striding Edge were fantastic last Friday however …. all the way along we were just looking around and soaking up all the beauty the Lake District has to offer …. which is what we do each time we are up there on such a beautiful clear day!
We were dropped off just outside Grasmere and left our car at the Travellers Rest – although buses can be used for this purpose! From White Cross Bay and Limefitt Park you just head towards Ambleside and pick up the A591 towards Grasmere … go past the Travellers Rest and it’s on the right about 3 miles on …. check out your ordnance survey map! It was a fairly steep ascent to start with but that got most of the up hill out of the way in the first hour and a half …. don’t forget to take lots of water (expecially if you’re taking your dog) as there were only about 4 ‘natural’ watering holes – the last one being the Tarn at the foot of Helvellyn on the way back down, which Jester loved and played in for about 20 minutes!
There’s just so much to do whilst holidaying in the Lake District – and staying at one of the lodges gives you the freedom to come and go as you please! And being dog friendly, you don’t have to leave your dog at home and they can have as good a time as you do! Check out the self catering accommodation on windermerelogcabin.com for your next breaks in the Lakes …. whether it’s Tree Top Lodge or the Calgarth Lodges you’ll be in an ideal spot to get to all that the South Lakes and Lake District has to offer anytime you want!
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It’s a dogs life!
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Limefitt Park – from Wansfell Pike looking toward Lake Windermere
We were lucky enough to have a couple of days walking in the Lake District last week – making the most of the beautiful weather and fantastic views.
Tuesday saw us parking up in Windermere and walking up Orrest Head and over the farmland to Limefitt Park – then heading through Troutbeck and up onto Wansfell and Wansfell Pike where the views of Limefitt Park give you a really good idea of the location of Tree Top Lodge, one of the holiday lodges advertised on windermerelogcabin.com - it’s removed from the hustle and bustle of the main tourist area whilst still close enough to Windermere and the Lakes to ensure you have good access to many of the local attractions.
You can walk directly from the lodge onto a variety of walks – (this being just one of them which took us about an hour from Limefitt Park itself to get to this viewpoint!) Jester loves it as you can see …. don’t forget to take extra water and a drink dispenser for your dog whilst walking in the Lakes – there are lots of rivers and lakes around but sometimes you can go a good couple of miles with no natural water stops and in the warm weather it’s really important for your dog to stay as cool as possible! We have started freezing a couple of bottles of water so on a hot day it will defrost naturally and inbetween times it can be used as a ‘cool rub’ for you and your dog ….. nothing better on the back of the neck on a hot hike!
A midweek break in self catering accommodation gives you the freedom to come and go as you please …. and out of popular holiday times can provide a quieter time to get away from it all ……… although a week in the lakes gives you more time to explore the lakes, the fells, the attractions, the houses ….. and sample more of the eateries and pubs – many of which are what I would call ‘proper pubs’ offering real ales and a traditional feel! Or finish earlier on a Friday and enjoy 2 whole days in the lake district, late start on Monday – or leave late on Sunday evening and miss the traffic! We think that windermere log cabins offers you the flexibility to manage your time perfectly in the South Lakes and work to your own agenda …. not someone elses!
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New for this season
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Dining area
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Comfortable sleeping for up to 4 people
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Ensuite to master bedroom
Haven’t booked your holidays, midweek break or long weekend break in the Lake District yet? Then you’ll be happy to hear that we are now advertising another luxury lodge on White Cross Bay which has full availability for 2010 …. to the same high standard as Tree Top Lodge and Calgarth Lodge 53, Calgarth Lodge 14 is another excellent, high standard and comfortable base from which to explore Cumbria, the Lakes and South Lakeland .
Offering self catering accommodation for up to 4 people with a double ensuite bedroom and a twin bedroom with an additional bathroom, Calgarth Lodge 14 is fully kitted with everything you need to give this a real home from home feeling.
White Cross Bay is midway between Windermere and Ambleside and has excellent facilities on site – including the marina and dog walking area – the lodge is dog friendly and there is no additional charge for you to bring your dog with you to Calgarth Lodges.
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Claiffe Heights towards Far Sawrey
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Sunday morning saw us venturing from Calgarth Lodge on White Cross Bay through Windermere taking the ferry over the Lake towards Hawkshead. If you take the first right turn off the ferry (it’s signposted for the National Trust Car Park) – you can walk through Claiffe Estate (Claiffe Heights) – towars Far Sawrey, Near Sawrey, Hawkshead – it’s also a fantastic spot to splash around in the Lake itself as there’s some nice stretches of ‘beach’ and is a really nice spot for a picnic! (National Trust car parks are free to members but you have to pay otherwise)
The walks themselves start a bit steep but once up top there are fantastic views of Lake Windermere. Windermere and Bowness-on Windermere – we would have walked directly from the lodge if we’d realised it was so easy (50p for foot passenger – £3.50 per car … each way) and will definitely get back over there to do some more exploring next chance we get.
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Calgarth Lodge visitors will notice the changes at White Cross Bay this year – the reception area & bar have been refurbished giving them both a more stylish & wecloming feel – the addition of the beer garden will be welcomed for those of us who enjoy a pint out in the sun (when it’s around) – & those with kids will be able to keep a close eye on them whilst enjoying an al fresco bar snack! Along with the new multi function pitch which provides a basketball court/football pitch/tennis court (though not all at the same time!) there’s something for everyone!
White Cross Bay is sited on the banks of Lake Windermere & there’s also the marina on the park to visit to watch the sailing boats & kayakers – and the dog walking area is convenient for that early morning or late afternoon short walk – you can even have a picnic on the way. Although with all there is to visit in the Lake District, particularly nearby Windermere & Ambleside, it’s difficult to know what to do first!! You might need to come to Calgarth Lodge for a week or 2 - or have a few midweek breaks or weekend breaks to cram it all in!
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Features
- * Luxury Log Cabins
- * Contemporary Furniture
- * LCD TV
- * DVD player
- * Fantastic Views
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You can of course follow the foot path all the way to Ambleside – or turning right out White Cross Bay you can walk directly into Windermere or Bowness on Windermere! 
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