Bowness-on-windermere, The Lake District and Cumbria
Fabulous Lakeland cottage in rural location with views of fells and lake, yet only five minutes’ drive from the attractions of Bowness
Greenstyles is a dog friendly holiday cottage.
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.
Oil fired central heating with wood burning stove. Aga electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, smart TV, WiFi. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Cot and highchair available. Large lawned garden with furniture. Off road parking for 2/3 cars. No smoking. One small dog accepted - Please note garden is not fully enclosed. Pub 1.6 miles. Shop 2 miles. Lake Windermere and Bowness Pier 2 miles. This property has Friday or Monday changeover days - bookings starting or finishing on other days may not be possible if this would prevent a changeover prior to the next stay.
Short breaks may still be available.
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