About this property
The Wonky Nest is a delightful house set in Bowness-on-Windermere in the heart of the Lake District National Park. Offering a welcoming retreat for families and friends eager to explore this celebrated region, perfectly suited to groups seeking a relaxing base, the property features proximity to a Bowness Bay and appealing touches such as a toasting woodburning stove and an inviting freestanding bath. Crafted in the 1800s from timeless Lakeland slate by the pioneering Brownrigg family. As the very first house to grace the street, it holds a rich history awaiting more memories to be made. Renovated with care by a family and their two little adventurers, this home’s charm doesn’t stop there.
Step into the hallway where you can take off boots and coats after a day on the trails, setting the tone for relaxed moments ahead. Continue into the sitting room where soft carpets and green tones complement a characterful stone wall. An L-shaped sofa and rocking chair invite you to settle in while the woodburning stove adds a welcoming glow. A Smart TV provides entertainment for quieter evenings, and leaves arranged around the fireplace introduce a natural decorative touch that enhances the atmosphere. Move through to the stylish kitchen and dining area where a breakfast bar and wooden countertop create an attractive space for preparing and sharing meals.
Contemporary fixtures and well-arranged appliances allow you to rustle up dishes with ease before gathering around the table to plan tomorrow’s adventures. Head upstairs where a charming window brightens the staircase and landing. The three bedrooms each offer comfort and character, with TVs provided for relaxed mornings or wind-down moments at the end of the day. The king-size room provides a peaceful retreat, while the double bedroom features soft pink hues, a dressing table and a bay window framing views across the village. The bunk room brings a playful feel with thoughtful decorative touches that add personality. Completing the interior, the bathroom offers a freestanding bath, peeking out the window you can enjoy views of the village rooftops, there is also a walk-in shower for convenience.
Outside, the enclosed front garden offers a pleasant spot to enjoy the fresh Lakeland air between adventures. With Bowness On Windermere providing lakeside walks, eateries and independent shops, and Windermere, Ambleside and Kendal each offering scenic routes, attractions and welcoming amenities, The Wonky Nest is a charming base for exploring the Lake District. Note: This property can be booked with ref. 1141446, together sleeping up to 8 people.
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, cinema, 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 three miles away, and the historic villages of Grasmere, Ambleside and Troutbeck are a short drive away. There is 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.
EPC Rating: Band DAccommodation
Three bedrooms: 1 x king size with TV, 1 x double, 1 x bunk.
Bathroom with freestanding bath and double walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Sitting room with woodburning stove.
Gas central heating.
Electric oven, induction hob, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher.
Sky TV, Netflix and Smart TV, WiFi.
Fuel, power inc in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair and travel cot available.
Enclosed front garden.
Three well-behaved pets welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.2 miles, pub 0.1 miles