1 Queens Square | Bowness-on-windermere | The Lake District And Cumbria

4.1★

6 Guests
3 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine

Reviews & Ratings

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Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

36 Customer Review(s)

Ian
October 2023

“Window in the double bedroom does not shut and thus noisy.”

Same in the very small bunk room. Bunk bed needs some attention. Handles falling off of cupboards. Guess work required for correct oven settings. Some of the pots and pans etc have seem much better days. The plug in the bathroom sink does not work. Light bulbs needing replaced. All these issues could easily be rectified. Where are the bins for rubbish and recycling? Good location though, but parking is not ideal

Same in the very small bunk room. Bunk bed needs some attention. Handles falling off of cupboards. Guess work required for correct oven settings. Some of the pots and pans etc have seem much better days. The plug in the bathroom sink does not work. Light bulbs needing replaced. All these issues could easily be rectified. Where are the bins for rubbish and recycling? Good location though, but parking is not ideal

- Ian, October 2023

Thank you for your feedback. We take all comments on board, and will look further into them. The Lakelovers Owner Relations Team Property Owner
Kelly September 2023

“Lovely little cottage.”

Could use a little more power behind the shower as it trickled out, but we survived. Really a minor detail. One note for yourselves to reconsider on your advert. You advertise that there is only space for a small car to park. We however arrived in a ford transit van and it fitted perfectly with lots of room for others to drive past and park their large car behind in the Aaron cottage. Don’t sell it short it was perfect. The position of the property idealistic, cosy, comfortable and when you’re in you can’t hear anything from outside. The hustle and bustle of Bowness is kept away unless you open doors and windows and invite it in. I will be using your property again. We unfortunately had to leave a little rubbish in the kitchen. We couldn’t find our outside bin so used an alternative one for smelly food rubbish but didn’t want to fill it up.

- Kelly, September 2023
Ian August 2023

“I liked the location and the property.”

Thought it was odd that there was no information booklet with information about things like bin collection day and where to put the bin etc.The smoke alarm is linked to the flat below so when they were cooking bacon it set all the smoke alarms off in the house,so,twice we looked around the house for the cause as the noise was deafening before I realised and asked the people in the flat.Would I stay there again?Yes.It had Internet,just be careful parking as you could easily scratch your car on the wall(the gaps big enough for a big car but there is a part of the wall where you can see people have hit it as its like a block that's lower than the fence wall).The location is great,so close to the lake,shops and bars.No trouble sleeping as its in a quiet spot even though all the amenities are really close by.We would do a short walk with the dog to the waterfront every night(it only does its business on grass and there are lots of bins for the bags).I would recommend this place,if you have small children just be careful when you go out as doors on very quiet road and the staircase is open plan.I have no complaints,just wish there was an information book as I said earlier.

- Ian, August 2023
Claire July 2023

“Amazing location,beautiful home,unable to use key but it was sorted straight away.”

The only thing the house is missing is a brush to sweep floors, a dust pan and brush and a usable hoover. That basically was it !!everything else there for us .

- Claire, July 2023
Dianne July 2023

“Great location however the property does require some work : The main sofa ...”

Great location however the property does require some work : The main sofa ripped from one end to the other Light bulbs need replacing The hob does not work (have to use matches) Generally shelves not been cleaned at all Stairs dirty and large stains on the landing carpet Window in front bedroom does not open or close

- Dianne, July 2023
Stephanie July 2023

“Thank you for a very comfortable stay.”

Beds were comfortable, location was great and the details like the new shower, netflix, WiFi, downstairs toilet and hairdryer were a nice surprise. A few amendments could make the experience a little better: - A welcome pack explaining who to call if there was an issue, the system with bins / recycling, recommendations of things to do, wifi password etc. - The key doesn't come out of the front door if it isn't engaged correctly. We thought it was broken and had to call someone out. Maybe some instructions in the welcome pack to explain would help. - The front room was very dark as 3 bulbs had gone on the wall lights. A free standing lamp or more regular checking of the bulbs would help. - The upstairs front window is split and will not open or close. I let skye cottages know about this, but looks like a new window frame will be needed. - An update to the listing would be good (it wasn't clear thar there is no outdoor space & it missed some of the great improvements like the new bathroom) - Dustpan and brush. Overall a lovely stay, thank you for the time and care you have taken into making this such a nice home for us during our stay.

- Stephanie, July 2023
Lynn June 2023

“We had a great week here would stay again.”

,my only problem was that there was no back to let dog out when needed , when phoned to see if there was somewhere for the dog I was told there was a yard , what they didn’t say was it was basically a car park for the cottage and other cars , we had to take the dog round to the nearest grass in morning and last thing at night , apart from that had a lovely stay and would go back

- Lynn, June 2023
Eddie June 2023

“Not the high standard I’m used to from Sykes.”

No welcome pack from the owners to show how to use the cooker,central heating,TV or gas hob.The TV remote was hidden down the side of the settee. The gas hob indicators were worn and the electronic starter was faulty.You had to use matches to light the hob but you didn’t know which burner was on as the markings were worn away.The same problem with the oven ,all markings were worn away on the dials so it was trial and error to set up any cooking. All pots ,pans and utensils were awful, worn ,cheap and the cupboards were bare.No coasters to put your wine glass on or tea cup.No salt, pepper or dish cloths ,decent cleaning materials, or proper tea towels. Cobwebs in the bathroom. It was like a students shared kitchen at university. No back door fire exit or access to the yard. The living room was very dark very Poor lighting. The upstairs was better ,beds comfortable and clean. There was a bees nest infestation in the main bedroom loft,which ruined the first nights sleep

- Eddie, June 2023
Bill April 2023

“It's a wonderful location, near the pier and the bus stop, The one thing that would make it 5 star is wifi.”

Also, the downstairs tv remote quit working, even with new batteries. I left a message with the booking service but nothing happened. Not a deal breaker, but a problem.

- Bill, April 2023

Thank you for your comments. We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay. Further to your comment about the TV remote, a member of our Maintenance team did attend to try and resolve the issue but was unable to access the property. We hope to welcome you again. The Lakes Cottage Holidays Owner Relations Team. Property Owner
Michael March 2023

“Can't fault the location and the size of the cottage, it also has everything you need.”

.. however... it does feel like it's getting in need of a bit of tlc. The photos on the advertisement are obviously when everything was new and fresh, alas the sofas are now ripped and it's looking a it shabby round the edges. There was a hint of mustiness in the bedrooms and the en suite bathroom paint is flaking off. That said ... it was still a pleasant stay.

- Michael, March 2023
Emily March 2023

“This property is in a fantastic location as everything is within walking distance, stepping out of your front door and being on the heart of Windermere was just perfect.”

It’s surrounded by all you need as far as shops to get food, every kind of restaurant you could think of, coffee shops and the lake is literally 5mins away. Overall the property is great, really good sized rooms and comfy beds, living/dining room is cosy and gives a lovely cottage feel. Has all you need and a real home from home feel, travelling with a 1 year old it was super handy there was a Highchair. Having the free parking was great and as it’s through a gate so felt secure. Our only downsides were the WiFi didn’t work, didn’t make a huge difference, and the sofa cushions were all torn so just looked rundown. That said I’d defiantly recommend and return without hesitation.

- Emily, March 2023
Stephen December 2022

“E was very disappointed when we arrived at the cottage.”

I phoned one of your team on the 15th Nov 1155 to ask if there was going to have a tree as we are staying over Christmas. The lady placed and contacted I think the owners to ask came back with yes there's going to b a tree and decorations there was nothing. Cottage was surface cleaned we had to clean oven because when we switched it on it set smoke alarms off once cleaned the oven it was fine. Tv and WiFi was shocking. The Cottage is lovely and in a ideal place but just needs a bit more tlc as for Christmas it spoiled it because we had no tree or decorations which if we had known we could of brought our own.

- Stephen, December 2022
David November 2022

“We really enjoyed our stay very convenient for all the pubs and restaurants The house had everything we needed for a lovely weekend.”

- David, November 2022
Susan September 2022

“Nice cottage, in a prime location, yes, the owner, could do with spending a bit of money, on having a new bathroom, and en-suite fitted, which is very out dated, but the bonus was the parking space, other reviews commented that it was small, we have a medium size car, and even I could park it, no problem !”

- Susan, September 2022
Philip August 2022

“Great accommodation in the centre of Bowness.”

Really comfortable and clean. Parking is a bonus in the centre of town and gives easy access to wider Lakes area.

- Philip, August 2022
Kenneth June 2022

“Property is ideally placed in the town centre with lots of restaurants to choose from and only a 5 minute walk to the marina.”

The cottage felt very homely and welcoming.

- Kenneth, June 2022
Cathleen April 2022

“"Parking" is ludicrous at this property.”

Small spray painted rectangle not adequate for even our medium sized car but also curved fence to negotiate at the same time. Very experienced drivers but managed to mark the car and will now pay over £300.00 to get fixed. Also without heating for 3 days. Not even an apology from the owner.

- Cathleen, April 2022
Paul April 2022

“Just not like the place could do better for the money i paid out side was not good enough for that we will give 2stars”

- Paul, April 2022
Sandra March 2022

“Only issue we had was taps on sink in ensuite were e tremely hard to turn off,water became very very hot.”

Extractor fan in kitchen was inadequate as when we opened oven door it set off alarm. One comment, not a criticism,but it would have been nice to have been able to have the lanterns and candles on to give a warmer feel to the sitting room. We will definitely book again as location and parking were a bonus.

- Sandra, March 2022
Heidi February 2022

“The location of this property is amazing and everything you need is within walking distance.”

The only down side is there is no outdoor space to let a dog out despite stating it is pet friendly. The car park space was too small for our car and so we had to park elsewhere. The property itself has more facilities then it lists - it has a downstairs toilet. The kitchen has all the mod cons including a tumble dryer which was not listed. There was also a hairdryer in the front bedroom. The property was lovely and clean but due to the the age of the property would benefit with a bit of TLC. Paint work; fan over cooker requires repairing; lamps both side of the bed in the main bedroom. No instruction as to where the bins were for the property. However due to the location and the cleanliness of this property we would not hesitate booking here again.

- Heidi, February 2022
Stuart December 2021

“Perfect from start to end a home from home.”

Central location, everything just a short walk away, parking at the side. The house has all you need lots of space, very clean and comfortable, full kitchen including washing machine and drier. Great Wi-Fi for the whole family to use and a perfect retreat and a wonderful way to bring in the new year. Sykes couldn’t do enough advising of a broken light switch before we got there and repaired before we had unpacked the car. Already looking at dates to go back again.

- Stuart, December 2021
Larissa November 2021

“Well appointed cottage.”

Very clean and comfortable and plenty warm enough for us. Just a few points need attention though. I found the bed in the rear bedroom very uncomfortable due to being able to feel the springs. I expected it to be an old mattress but appears pretty new so must just be very cheap. Anyway this would stop me returning as getting a good night's sleep is a top priority for me when selecting a property. The hot tap in the en-suite needs attention as you had to hold the body of the tap when turning off or it all spun. Needs a decent grip so impossible with wet hands so had to dry them before shutting the tap off. Also, the extractor fan doesn't work which has been remarked on in earlier reviews so should have been fixed by now. Another, very small point was there was only 5 forks for a 6 person property. Shame about the mattress as it's the only thing that would stop me returning. As others have mentioned it can be noisy but it's a town centre property so noise is to be expected. Otherwise a lovely property which gave us all we needed.

- Larissa, November 2021
Peter September 2021

“The en-suite bathroom fan does not work and as it is an internal space the door has expanded and won’t close.”

- Peter, September 2021
Hazel July 2021

“The accommodation was basic but the location was excellent.”

There were problems with the dishwasher and the heating which I alerted you about but we heard nothing back. The property was not well cleaned and we had to clean parts before using it (like the table). A frying pan was also left dirty in the drawer which had to be washed before using.

- Hazel, July 2021
Claire June 2021

“Absolutely fantastic location, close to shops restaurants and ideal for walks.”

The property was clean had everything included such as bedding and towels. Will definitely be booking again.

- Claire, June 2021
Holly October 2020

“The cottage is a good size and in a good location in the town.”

It’s a lovely place for families with lots of things to do and places to eat. Other people have mentioned that the listing is dog friendly but without a garden, this really is something to consider as you do have to take your dog off round the block for a wee. A few other niggles were that there is no hairdryer, absolutely no basics in the cupboards like salt and pepper or hand soap in the en-suite - I know this is small but it’s the sort of things you don’t expect to have to think about when you stay somewhere for a few days, the microwave is on its way out and that was annoying, it could do with a deep clean - I just think the owners could do with spending a little bit of money on it to combat some wear and tear and ageing. But like I said, in terms of location and size and price, we had a nice break here.

- Holly, October 2020
Michelle October 2020

“We really enjoyed staying here.”

The location was perfect for exploring the lakes as well as plenty of places to eat and drink locally which meant we didn’t need to use the car for most of our stay and even though it is in a central location just off the busiest road we didn’t feel like it. The cottage was lovely and clean and finished to a high standard. The only things I would mention are that the parking is very tight and took a couple of attempts the first time round although after that initial attempt was much easier. Also that even though the cottage is pet friendly there is no where to let your dog out to do it’s business so you need to be prepared to take your dogs out on the lead.

- Michelle, October 2020
Joanne September 2020

“The house is very well situated in the very centre of Bowness, with allotted parking.”

A few details needed attention - the wooden door to the Integrated washing machine was hanging on one bracket (this was removed after a call to the office), the en-suite shower rail came away from the wall (this was repaired the same day) and general cleaning was a bit lacking (bedside table lamp bases very dusty and oven door a bit grimy). All issues reported were dealt with quickly - but really should have been seen to before we arrived. On the whole, a good house with comfy beds and enough facilities for a weeks stay.

- Joanne, September 2020
Madeline August 2020

“Fantastic cottage clean comfortable brilliant location one of best cottages we ...”

Fantastic cottage clean comfortable brilliant location one of best cottages we have ever stayed in always used cottages for u before but would definitely book sykes cottages again

- Madeline, August 2020
Kevin August 2020

“The parking at the property is an issue.”

There is a designated parking place for the property and signage on the fence stating parking is only for 2 properties however 3 cars were parked on the driveway which meant that I could not take my car out because I could not get past one of the cars. This really needs looking into for the future

- Kevin, August 2020
Erica March 2020

“This was posted as dog friendly when ther wasnt anywhere ti let dogs out esp at ...”

This was posted as dog friendly when ther wasnt anywhere ti let dogs out esp at night was disapointed ther was no garden

- Erica, March 2020
Anthony March 2020

“A lovely property in a lovely town and would recommend it to everyone”

- Anthony, March 2020
Mandy January 2020

“The weekend was fabulous, cottage was superb everything we could have wanted!”

High quality accommodation, well located!!

- Mandy, January 2020
Steven January 2020

“Very nice accommodation, excellent central location.”

,needs to have information how to use the heating and also the microwave as we couldn’t work out how to start it even after internet searches. Shower curtain needs a regular change. Parking is very tight ONLY for one car and local parking is £15 for 3 days. Enjoyed our stay very much.

- Steven, January 2020
Nick December 2019

“All issues dealt with under reference COR-137953-CF”

- Nick, December 2019
Susan October 2019

“Excellent cottage, clean,warm well equipped.”

Right in Bowness but quiet. Best of all off road parking, not very often somewhere ticks all the boxes.

- Susan, October 2019

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Summary

Three bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x double, 1 x bunk bed
Bathroom with corner bath, basin and WC
Living/dining room
Kitchen
Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, toaster, kettle and washing machine
Gas central heating
Smart TV
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Off-road parking for 1 small car
Two well-behaved dogs welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop and pub 0.1 miles
Please note that the fireplace is for ornamental purposes only.

The property

Nestled in the centre of Bowness-on-Windermere, in the beautiful Lake District National Park, is this superb cottage. It lies in a charming house that dates back many years and touches of this history can be found throughout the property. Entering the property, you will be greeted to a hallway where you can kick off your boots and hang your coats, before entering the contemporary dwelling. Spend your evenings relaxing in the open-plan living space with plenty of furniture to relax and unwind and a feature fireplace for historic decoration. The dining table has seating for six guests and is the perfect spot for gatherings over a hearty breakfast or a delicious evening meal. Walk through to the kitchen which is well-equipped with everything you could need for a week-long stay in the countryside. Upstairs, you will discover three bedrooms, two doubles and one bunk room, supported by an en-suite shower room in the master bedroom and a family bathroom with a lovely corner bath, ideal for the ultimate relaxation. At Bowness-on-Windermere you will be well-placed for accessing a number of their traditional pubs and restaurants for that fine dining experience, whilst their independent shops and supermarkets are ideal for picking up any last-minute essentials. Being only a few minutes’ walk from the beautiful Lake Windermere, you can enjoy an afternoon sailing or fishing or even kayaking. The World of Beatrix Potter is an ideal attraction for your little ones to explore the grounds and spot the characters from her books. For literature lovers, travel towards Dove Cottage and he Wordsworth Museum, rich with history and memorabilia inside, so you can see how the famous poet once lived and his cottage garden he planted with his sister Dorothy. Use 1 Queens Square as your base for exploring the very best of the Lake District.

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About the location

BOWNESS-ON-WINDERMERE

Windermere Train Station 1.5 miles: Ambleside 5 miles; Kendal 7 miles.

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.

Please note: The fireplace is for ornamental purposes only.

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Reviews & Ratings

“Window in the double bedroom does not shut and thus noisy.”

“Lovely little cottage.”

“I liked the location and the property.”

“Amazing location,beautiful home,unable to use key but it was sorted straight away.”

“Great location however the property does require some work : The main sofa ...”

“Thank you for a very comfortable stay.”

“We had a great week here would stay again.”

“Not the high standard I’m used to from Sykes.”

“It's a wonderful location, near the pier and the bus stop, The one thing that would make it 5 star is wifi.”

“Can't fault the location and the size of the cottage, it also has everything you need.”

“This property is in a fantastic location as everything is within walking distance, stepping out of your front door and being on the heart of Windermere was just perfect.”

“E was very disappointed when we arrived at the cottage.”

“We really enjoyed our stay very convenient for all the pubs and restaurants The house had everything we needed for a lovely weekend.”

“Great accommodation in the centre of Bowness.”

“Property is ideally placed in the town centre with lots of restaurants to choose from and only a 5 minute walk to the marina.”

“"Parking" is ludicrous at this property.”

“Just not like the place could do better for the money i paid out side was not good enough for that we will give 2stars”

“Only issue we had was taps on sink in ensuite were e tremely hard to turn off,water became very very hot.”

“The location of this property is amazing and everything you need is within walking distance.”

“Perfect from start to end a home from home.”

“Well appointed cottage.”

“The en-suite bathroom fan does not work and as it is an internal space the door has expanded and won’t close.”

“The accommodation was basic but the location was excellent.”

“Absolutely fantastic location, close to shops restaurants and ideal for walks.”

“The cottage is a good size and in a good location in the town.”

“We really enjoyed staying here.”

“The house is very well situated in the very centre of Bowness, with allotted parking.”

“Fantastic cottage clean comfortable brilliant location one of best cottages we ...”

“The parking at the property is an issue.”

“This was posted as dog friendly when ther wasnt anywhere ti let dogs out esp at ...”

“A lovely property in a lovely town and would recommend it to everyone”

“The weekend was fabulous, cottage was superb everything we could have wanted!”

“Very nice accommodation, excellent central location.”

“All issues dealt with under reference COR-137953-CF”

“Excellent cottage, clean,warm well equipped.”

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The property

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About the location

BOWNESS-ON-WINDERMERE