The Thistles, Bowness

The Thistles is a rather fabulous, substantial, Victorian residence which families or groups will find an ideal base for exploring nearby Bowness, Lake Windermere and the rest of the glorious Lake District. Exuding a modern contemporary feel with neutral colours and sumptuous furnishings, you'll love returning to this airy, spacious home. How about an evening tipple on the patio?
Crowd around the beautifully carved dining table for laughter and conversation over home cooked meals from the elegant kitchen. Take a walk straight from the door, including up Biskey Howe a few hundred yards away, which boasts breathtaking views of Lake Windermere.

Accommodation in detail:
Private parking for 1 car. Entrance through hall to the bright but cosy lounge, with large bay window, relaxing sofas and TV/DVD. The dining room has patio doors opening out to the patio area. The wooden-finished kitchen leads off the dining room. On the first floor are two bedrooms; 1 luxurious super king size and one double. Bright house bathroom with shower over bath. On the second floor are two further bedrooms, one double and one twin together with the second bathroom with shower over bath.
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Location
Bowness village is a sophisticated and contemporary little village, nestled on the eastern shores of beautiful Lake Windermere. The village is alive with a high standard of boutique-style shops, handy supermarkets and all sorts of family attractions - from lakeshore mini golf to the magical World of Beatrix Potter attraction. By night, you'll explore a fabulous range of restaurants and nightspots to impress all tastes and budgets! There's even a mainstream cinema (The Royalty) and an interesting theatre venue (the Old Laundry Theatre).

There are so may ways to explore from Bowness. Ditch the car and take a Windermere Lake Cruise to Ambleside or Lakeside for the day. Cross the lake on the car ferry and you'll be on your way towards Hawkshead village and also Beatrix Potter's historic home at Hill Top. Head east towards the Lyth Valley (passing the prestigious Windermere Golf Club) and you'll discover lush green landscapes and a scattering of our region's most delectable country gastropubs.

If watersports are your thing then you'll love getting out onto Lake Windermere. Perhaps you fancy taking a row boat out for a paddle? Or even sailing or windsurfing? Pop into Tourist Information to find out just how many ways there are to take to the water on Lake Windermere. Walkers will relish getting up into the hills around Windermere. The Kentmere Valley, Grizedale Forest and a whole host of other great walking spots are within striking distance. The viewpoint of Gummers How is one accessible peak not far from Bowness, which is well worth the short but energetic climb to the top. Get your boots on and bring your camera!