About this property
This handsome Lakeland home has a fabulous location in Bowness village, backing on to National Trust land with superb fell and lake views.
With ample living space for family or friends, the interior is comfortably furnished, warmed by feature woodburning stove and featuring characteristic oak panelling in the living room and master bedroom. Light pours in through large traditional windows and the sumptuous décor is a relaxing backdrop for your holiday. A few minutes stroll from the lively Bowness high street and all the activity around the shores of Lake Windermere.
Entrance hall leads to light yet cosy living room with large bay window, comfy furnishings and feature fireplace with woodburning stove. Well-equipped kitchen with a cosy and compact dining area by the window. First floor: Master double bedroom with stunning lake views through large bay window, plus super house bathroom with shower and bath. Second floor: Two further bedrooms, double bedroom with sky light and a single bedroom.
Bowness village centre is only a stroll away, where you'll find a lively high street, local shops, supermarket, cafes, pubs and excellent restaurants. The Bowness Bay lake shore offers plenty of opportunities to get out on the water - row boats, motorboats or sophisticated lake cruises. Head out on the A591 from Windermere, which links you to the main route through the Lake District, with manageable drives to Ambleside, Grasmere, Coniston, the stunning Langdale Valley and more. In the other direction you can discover the lush Lyth Valley with a choice of award-winning gastro pubs, and quiet walks or cycle routes.
The vibrant twin towns of Bowness and Windermere hold enduring appeal for visitors to the Lake District National Park, with each providing a range of nearby attractions, amenities, shops and restaurants to suit all tastes. A variety of boat trips and boat hire are available from Windermere Lake Cruises in Bowness to Brockhole, Ambleside and Lakeside (at the southern end of the lake where the Lakeside Aquarium and the Lakeside and Haverthwaite Railway are situated). The World of Beatrix Potter attraction and the Old Laundry theatre are 1.5 miles away. Orrest Head, where Alfred Wainwright was inspired to write his series of iconic guidebooks, is a 30-minute walk to enjoy the spectacular panorama of far-reaching views over the lake and surrounding fells. Brockhole, which offers high wire tree top experiences, is less than two miles away, and the historic villages of Grasmere, Ambleside and Troutbeck are a short drive away. There are also a variety of watersports on offer for the more energetic at marine centres along the lake. The area is ideally situated for exploring all that this region has to offer, whether by foot, bike, car, railway or bus; and is within easy reach of attractions such as the spectacular Langdales, Beatrix Potter’s Hill Top House at Far Sawrey, Coniston, Grizedale Forest Park, with its delightful walks and famous outdoor sculptures, mountain biking and “Go-Ape” adventure park, Ullswater, Kendal, Keswick, stone circles, Roman forts and England's highest mountain, Scafell Pike.
Accommodation
Set over three floors.
Three bedrooms: 1 x first floor double bedroom, 1 x second floor double bedroom, 1 x second floor single bed.
Bathroom with bath, seperate shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen with dining area.
Sitting room.
Gas central heating with woodburning stove.
Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, TV.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot and highchair available.
Off road parking for 1 car.
Patio area to the front of the property with furniture.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Pub 8 mins walk.
Shop 11 mins walk.
Bowness Pier and Lake Windermere 12 mins walk.