About this property
Garth Cottage is located just a mile from Bowness, forming part of Storrs Park, one of the most desirable residential areas in the Lake District.
A beautiful detached Lakeland residence offering superb accommodation for 8 guests.
Enter into a bright hallway that takes you to the first of three living spaces, a sumptuous lounge with delightful views through a large bay window. The second comfortable living room opens directly onto a pretty patio and the third, a cosy snug, provides the perfect tranquil retreat. A formal dining room is the perfect space for family dining and the kitchen is beautifully finished with cosy red Aga and large island unit. A utility room and cloakroom WC complete the ground floor. A feature staircase leads to the first floor were you’ll find four splendid bedrooms. Two king size bedrooms with en-suite shower rooms, a further king size bedroom and super king bedroom (with option of presenting this as a twin room) are complemented by a luxurious shower room.
A large furnished patio is the perfect place for family dining in the warm summer months surrounded by a large lawn.
Parking is available for four cars and a garage provides secure outside storage.
Located just a mile from Bowness, enjoy fine dining at several first class restaurants and pick up holiday treats in the numerous gift shops. From the lake shores, catch a Windermere 'Steamer' to Ambleside or head to Lakeside for the aquarium and motor museum. A short drive from Garth Cottage will bring you to the fabulous Blackwell Arts and Crafts House, a stunning property with beautiful gardens and exhibitions.
Relax, socialise and unwind with family and friends at Garth Cottage in a picturesque location on the edge of Lake Windermere.
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
Four bedrooms: 2 x first floor king-size doubles with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x first floor king-size double, 1 x first floor super king-size double or twin.
Shower room with shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen with dining area.
Dining room.
Sitting room with patio doors, TV and woodburning stove.
Second sitting room with French doors and TV.
Snug with gas log effect stove.
Gas central heating, with woodburning stove and gas log effect stove.
Electric oven, gas hob, fridge, freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, Smart TV, Sonos sound system, WiFi.
Private parking for 4 cars.
Large lawned garden.
Patio with outdoor dining furniture.
Garage for secure mountain bike storage.
Two well-behaved dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub are a few minutes stroll.