Located in Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria, this charming cottage sleeps 4 people in 2 bedrooms. The property boasts gas central heating and a woodburning stove, as well as modern amenities such as a fully equipped kitchen, WiFi, and a TV with a DVD player. Guests can enjoy underfloor heating in the kitchen and bathroom, as well as off-road parking for one car and secure bike storage. The courtyard with seating provides a lovely outdoor space, perfect for relaxing.
The vibrant twin towns of Bowness and Windermere offer a range of attractions, amenities, shops, and restaurants for visitors to explore. Windermere Lake Cruises in Bowness provide boat trips and boat hire to various destinations around the lake, including Brockhole, Ambleside, and Lakeside. Nearby attractions include the World of Beatrix Potter and the Old Laundry theatre, as well as Orrest Head, where visitors can enjoy stunning views over the lake and surrounding fells. Brockhole, offering high wire tree top experiences, is less than two miles away, while historic villages like Grasmere, Ambleside, and Troutbeck are a short drive from the cottage.
For outdoor enthusiasts, there are plenty of watersports available at marine centers along the lake. The area is ideal for exploring on foot, bike, car, railway, or bus, with attractions like Langdales, Beatrix Potter’s Hill Top House, Coniston, and Grizedale Forest Park all within easy reach. Adventure seekers can also visit Ullswater, Kendal, Keswick, stone circles, Roman forts, and England's highest mountain, Scafell Pike. With its central location and proximity to a variety of activities, this cottage is the perfect base for a Lake District getaway.
Self-catering cottage holidays in the UK and Ireland can still be a green option. You can have the comforts of home and the flexibility to do what you want; when you want - without the hassles of air travel!