Hillside Hideaway, Bowness
Arrival day: Saturday | Sleeps: 2
Your passport to a spot of romantic luxury in the Lakes, Hillside Hideaway is a lovers' retreat to warm the heart and refresh the spirit. Take a reviving morning dip in the swimming pool before heading out to explore the rolling hills or bustling Bowness, which is just a few miles down the road. Comfort is the order of the day in this compact love nest, where a country cottage feel merges with modern living. Walk hand in hand on the shores of nearby Lake Windermere and watch sunsets from the patio over the rim of your wine glass. It's not just the poetry that's romantic in the Lakes!
Accommodation in detail:
Private parking for 1 car. Enter to the superb lounge / dining room with Dutch ceiling fitted with sunken spot lights, polished oak floor, plump-cushioned furnishings and TV/DVD. The kitchen area is open plan to the reception room and is well-equipped with electric oven and hob. Downstairs to the bedroom, with Laura Ashley bed set on a raised platform, patio doors with superb views and en-suite shower room. Use of luxurious indoor pool is shared with the main attached property.
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Location
This luxurious and scenic retreat lies only a couple of miles from Bowness village - which is only 20 minutes from the M6 and just a few miles from Windermere train station. Bowness is a contemporary Lake District village on the eastern shore of Lake Windermere, England's largest lake and one of the most scenic destinations in the UK for a romantic break. The village is alive with cafes and restaurants, as well as plenty of choice for a special evening out. There are handy groceries, supermarkets and sophisticated shops for leisurely browsing. There is a cinema, a theatre and even a lakeshore nightclub to guarantee you a lively night out if you want one!
Stunning Lake Windermere offers all sorts of activities. You'll enjoy taking a sunset wander on the lakeshore or hiring a rowing boat for a bit of fun. Steamers run from Bowness Pier all year round, taking scenic cruises to Lakeside and Ambleside. A great way to explore without the car. You can also take a car ferry from Bowness to the west shore of Lake Windermere, where Beatrix Potter's magical countryside and the honeypot village of Hawkshead are waiting to be explored.
Walkers will love exploring the paths and fells around Lake Windermere. For example, Gummers How is a short steep route to a viewpoint high above the Lake (well worth the effort!) and the Mason's Arms at Strawberry Bank, Bowland Bridge, is the ideal pub to visit for refuelling afterwards. If you are a serious hiker then many of the most spectacular and challenging mountains of the Lake District are within easy driving distance.
