Guests say
Guests appreciate the property's excellent location and cleanliness, with many enjoying their stay. However, some guests encountered issues with high-tech facilities and maintenance, such as non-functional spa baths and complex lighting systems. The property's comfort is noted, but limited space and steep access are mentioned. Despite some challenges, the property's cleanliness and location are highlights, and the owner's responsiveness is commended.
The property is consistently described as clean and tidy, which suggests a high standard of cleanliness that guests are satisfied with.
The location is frequently praised for being excellent and close to amenities, indicating that guests are very happy with where the property is situated.
While the property is generally seen as comfortable, there are several mentions of limited space and awkward access, which suggests that comfort could be improved.
Guests report issues with high-tech appliances, non-functional spa baths, and lighting, indicating that while the facilities are modern, their maintenance is lacking.
There is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the owner, aside from good communication, so it is not possible to score this category.
About this property
Find your new favourite home away from home at Ascension Island, an elegant third-floor apartment tucked away in the heart of the Lake District, in the centre of Bowness-On-Windermere. The apartment offers welcoming accommodation for a group of six or a family gathering looking for an ideal location in the lakes. Make your way up to the third floor to find a well-presented base, admiring the spacious living/dining room, a perfect place to settle in for an evening of entertainment in front of the Smart TV on the plush corner sofa, enjoying a home-cooked meal at the family dining table. There is a fabulous balcony, overlooking countryside with views of the surrounding area, providing a quiet place for you to sip on a refreshing beverage and reflect on your time away.
The chef of the group can take charge of meals in the amply-equipped kitchen, fitted with fantastic amenities such as an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, top of the range washing machine, tumble dryer, and dishwasher for your convenience! Retreat to one of three delightful bedrooms after a tiring day of lakeside fun, comprising three glorious king-size beds, with one room benefiting from a luxury en-suite corner bath, ideal for a private soak, whilst the rest of the guests have full access to the sleek family bathroom to best prepare for the day. Step out of the apartment and right into the vibrant town centre of Bowness-on-Windermere, boasting everything you need right on your doorstep, from charming shops, local stores, friendly pubs and quaint cafés all within walking distance.
Soak up the exciting Lakeland atmosphere and explore must-see attractions on your doorstep, including the iconic World of Beatrix Potter Attraction, the 1920’s Royalty Cinema and The Old Laundry Theatre. Visit the awe-inspiring Lake Windermere, here you an enjoy a wide selection of watersports activities like boat trips, sailing, canoeing, paddleboarding, and waterskiing among exceptional views of England’s largest natural lake, you can also take a boat trip over to Lakeside or Ambleside and visit the Lakeland Motor Museum, the Lakes Aquarium or the Haverthwaite steam railway. Put on your walking boots and venture out on one of the adventurous walking trails or cycling routes around the rugged fells and beautiful nature, stopping off at historic villages including Grasmere, Ambleside and Troutbeck.
Spend a day roaming around Kendal, discovering an ancient castle, shopping opportunities, Abbot Hall, the Lakeland Museum, and the Brewery Arts centre. Ascension Island is the perfect base for a weekend of fun for the whole family.
Bowness-on-Windermere is a popular tourist spot in the heart of the Lake District, with Lake Windermere in sight, boasting a choice of shops, restaurants and pubs in the town centre, as well as attractions such as the Beatrix Potter's House at Sawrey and the Lakeside Aquarium. The area is perfect for walking, cycling and sailing opportunities around the lakes, with access to Coniston, Grizedale Forest Park and the Lakeland mountains.
Accommodation
Third-floor apartment.
Three bedrooms with TVs: 1 x king-size with en-suite corner bath, basin, and WC, 1 x king-size, 1x double.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher,Living/dining room with electric fire
Electric central heating, underfloor heating and electric fire.
TV in each bedroom with Freeview, Smart TV with DVD player, Complimentary Netflix, Bang & Olufsen CD player, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot and highchair available on request.
Off-road parking for two cars.
South Facing Balcony with furniture.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shops, pubs and restaurants within 0.2 miles
Reviews (13)
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Cathryn
3 good size double bedrooms. Very clean. Very high tech and all mod cons with Fantastic facilities in kitchen.although on TV in bedroom had front speaker cover missing but this wasn't a problem as we didn't use TV in bedroom. Very spacious. Small balcony very nice. The apartment is reached by out flights of stairs at least 3 flights. Great location steps down to the main road and straight into the heart of bowness. We thought it was a fantastic apartment apart from the stairs up to it .
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Mark
Clean and tidy, lots of amenities. A main point, is that the photos on this property need updating. There is no longer 2 bathrooms, but one, and a shower room. One bedroom has less storage than shown. Other niggles were, spa bath, didn't work and bath itself unusable as the plug did not fit. Information for the use of certain appliances e.g cooker and under floor heating, would be helpful.
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John
The apartment is spacious and well situated but it is too high on technology and too low on practicalities. There are no appliance manuals - it took us half an hour to operate the NEFF cooker, our bedroom TV would not respond to the hi-tech remote, the lounge TV or sound bar kept beeping whether it was switched on or not. The shower doors wouldn't close (though we managed to fix them) and the loo seat was in danger of breaking as it was at least 2 inches off centre. Both bathrooms lacked towel rails, toilet roll holders, usable mirrors and a hook for your dressing gown. Bed was comfortable but storage disappointing. Our wardrobe housed the hoover and ironing board. No drawers, chairs or door hooks. We think the apartment was male designed as it was hi-tech but there were no pictures or cushions. The dining table was glass but there were no placemats. No local contact details.