About this property
This fabulous home offers views to Lake Windermere from its slightly elevated position, amid wonderful scenery. A private drive guarantees a little bit of exclusivity for you and your gathering, but you are in walking distance of bustling Bowness and the Lake. Perfect!
Conservatory entrance with a wonderful view, entrance hall with cloakroom. Spacious, light and airy lounge with windows overlooking the lake and deep-cushioned leather sofas. The dining room has beautiful views and the well-equipped kitchen is warmed through by the Aga. Upstairs are 3 beautiful bedrooms, with good views and co-coordinated linens; 1 with luxury en-suite facility. There is also a luxurious main bathroom. Both have shower over bath. Outside, you have a garden and patio - furnished for meals and lazing al-fresco.
The sophisticated Lake District village of Bowness is nestled on the eastern shores of beautiful Lake Windermere - England's largest lake. Boats peacefully come and go, the mesmerising scenery across the lake changes with the season, and lake shore and waterborne activities will keep everybody entertained. Bowness high street is well-served with small supermarkets, sophisticated boutique shops and a wide range of excellent eateries - all within easy reach of your chosen holiday home. There's the Victorian Royalty cinema, The World of Beatrix Potter, and the Old Laundry Theatre to keep you entertained. Outdoor lovers will enjoy having easy access to many popular Lake District walking routes. Head up to Gummers How to admire stunning views of Lake Windermere or take the car ferry across the lake to walk around quaint Hawkshead and explore Beatrix Potter country (the author's home is close to Hawkshead in the village of Near Sawrey). Grizedale Forest is easily accessible via the car ferry, and other beautiful spots including the Langdale Valley, Coniston and Grasmere are short drives away.
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
Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size with en-suite bathroom with bath with shower over, basin and WC, 2 x double.
Bathroom with bath with shower over, basin and WC.
Ground floor cloakroom with basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Dining room.
Sitting room.
Conservatory.
Gas central heating.
AGA, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot and high chair available.
Lawned garden with patio and furniture and summer house.
Off road parking for 3 cars.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Pub 5 min walk.
Shop 9 min walk.