Ascension Island

4.3★

6 Guests
3 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Pets No
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Features

Off road parking
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

17 Customer Review(s)

Cathryn
October 2023

“Fantastic apartment.”

3 good size double bedrooms. Very clean. Very high tech and all mod cons with Fantastic facilities in kitchen.although on TV in bedroom had front speaker cover missing but this wasn't a problem as we didn't use TV in bedroom. Very spacious. Small balcony very nice. The apartment is reached by out flights of stairs at least 3 flights. Great location steps down to the main road and straight into the heart of bowness. We thought it was a fantastic apartment apart from the stairs up to it .

3 good size double bedrooms. Very clean. Very high tech and all mod cons with Fantastic facilities in kitchen.although on TV in bedroom had front speaker cover missing but this wasn't a problem as we didn't use TV in bedroom. Very spacious. Small balcony very nice. The apartment is reached by out flights of stairs at least 3 flights. Great location steps down to the main road and straight into the heart of bowness. We thought it was a fantastic apartment apart from the stairs up to it .

- Cathryn, October 2023
Mark September 2023

“Lovely apartment really enjoyed our stay.”

Clean and tidy, lots of amenities. A main point, is that the photos on this property need updating. There is no longer 2 bathrooms, but one, and a shower room. One bedroom has less storage than shown. Other niggles were, spa bath, didn't work and bath itself unusable as the plug did not fit. Information for the use of certain appliances e.g cooker and under floor heating, would be helpful.

- Mark, September 2023
John September 2023

“Great location fabulous place to stay x”

- John, September 2023
John June 2023

“First impression was WOW but then the problems grew and grew.”

The apartment is spacious and well situated but it is too high on technology and too low on practicalities. There are no appliance manuals - it took us half an hour to operate the NEFF cooker, our bedroom TV would not respond to the hi-tech remote, the lounge TV or sound bar kept beeping whether it was switched on or not. The shower doors wouldn't close (though we managed to fix them) and the loo seat was in danger of breaking as it was at least 2 inches off centre. Both bathrooms lacked towel rails, toilet roll holders, usable mirrors and a hook for your dressing gown. Bed was comfortable but storage disappointing. Our wardrobe housed the hoover and ironing board. No drawers, chairs or door hooks. We think the apartment was male designed as it was hi-tech but there were no pictures or cushions. The dining table was glass but there were no placemats. No local contact details.

- John, June 2023
Denise June 2023

“Comfortable, well appointed with top quality appliances.”

Comfortable beds with a choice of pillows.

- Denise, June 2023
John May 2023

“The flat is comfortable but spa bath is overkill as access to climb in to use shower is awckward.”

And floor space in this bedroom is very limited around the bed with awckward access into wardrobes. The "hiitec" lighting is overkill and one switch in hall for main bathroom is faulty ... this was reported but no action taken during our stay .... bathroom lights would flash on/off during the night periodically. Oven grill pan needs a "deep clean" .... we never used it... there is a smell in shower room which lacks ventilation and there appears to be a leakage at w/c as water would appear on tile floor time/time. Location is excellent just too many stairs to third floor.We have stayed in "Springmouse" on second floor but this appears not to be available at this time

- John, May 2023

Thank you for your comments. We take all comments on board, and we will ask our Maintenance teams to follow up on your comments. We hope to welcome you back. The Lakes Cottage Holidays Owner Relations Team Property Owner
Ian March 2023

“No wifi all week Bath not functional.”

Plug no good. Would not hold water and hand spray not working Because there was no wifi we could not use the promised smart tv or netflix. Heater in bathroom did not work. Blinds would not shut in one of the bedrooms Lights in bathroom were a bit iffy. Kept flashing on and off.

- Ian, March 2023
Lesley September 2022

“Had a fantastic stay.”

. Just a note that thr are lots of very steep steps which could be difficult for some. All electrical are of high standard However as we are not tech savvy and all in late 60s it was difficult to work TV.. Lights and Bath..information booklet very sparce would help if thr was info about how to work things.. But we really enjoyed our stay.. Will return and also recommend to others.

- Lesley, September 2022
Paula June 2022

“Great location for what we needed.”

Bedroom next to ensuite bed too big for room. Bath looked like spa and again too big. Description was confusing. One minute its 15 as adddress then later in Description mentions 16. Please review directions as we believe not accurate. We have stayed in bowness for years and know the area well. Directions made us drive around 3 times before we knew we were at the correct address.

- Paula, June 2022

Thank you for your recent feedback we will of course review the directions. The bath is now only a corner bath, the jacuzzi jets do not operate any longer. We hope you enjoyed your stay in Bowness and look forward to welcoming you again to Ascension Island. Property Owner
Ian May 2022

“Brilliant week stay lovely apartment good communication with owner couldn't ask for anymore thank you”

- Ian, May 2022
Jane November 2021

“The steps to access the property are quite steep and very badly lit on a night.”

We stayed on the weekend of storm Arwen and as the property is all electric we did struggle managed to find one torch but we couldn't charge phones to keep out lights on them and didn't know how long we would be without power. And as it is all electric couldn't even make a hot drink. The property it self is clean and bright and close to amentities.

- Jane, November 2021
Dione October 2021

“Absolutely brilliant stay.”

Nothing negative to say about the property. The service from the owner was great, he phoned before the check in time and also phoned mid week to ask if everything was fine.

- Dione, October 2021
Craig September 2021

“The property is in a great location and was clean and tidy but some of its selling point didn’t work.”

Both bath plugs didn’t work so the water went out, the jacuzzi bath that we were really looking forward to didn’t work even when I did manage to get water to stay in the bath. It just needs some TLC and it would be a brilliant place to stay. Would I tell someone to stay yes because of it’s location and cleanliness but would warn them about the thing that don’t work. If you are ok with the little issue (which could be easily sorted) then it’s a great place to stay.

- Craig, September 2021
Christine August 2021

“Excellent location.”

A very well appointed apartment. House bathroom could do with a little updating compared to the en-suite bathroom. Excellent service and support from the apartment owners to resolve a problem we had. I would highly recommend this apartment

- Christine, August 2021
Sharon July 2021

“Fabulous location with fabulous walks it’s a must do holiday for those who enjoy the outdoors”

- Sharon, July 2021
Timothy July 2021

“We lost the house keys during our stay.”

We got excellent help to gain access to the spares. This was an excellent service. Thank you very much indeed. We got a new set cut and put them back in the secret place, in-case it happens to someone else. Thank you.

- Timothy, July 2021
John May 2021

“Great apartment in a beautiful location”

- John, May 2021

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Summary

Third-floor apartment
Three bedrooms with TVs: 1 x king-size with en-suite corner bath, basin, and WC, 1 x king-size, 1x double
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
Kitchen
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher,Living/dining room with electric fire
Electric central heating, underfloor heating and electric fire
TV in each bedroom with Freeview, Smart TV with DVD player, Complimentary Netflix, Bang & Olufsen CD player, WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Travel cot and highchair available on request
Off-road parking for two cars
South Facing Balcony with furniture
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Shops, pubs and restaurants within 0.2 miles

The property

Ascension Island is a beautiful third-floor apartment nestled in the bustling town centre of Bowness-On-Windermere, a fantastic Lake District hot spot for a group of friends or large family to enjoy. Traveling up several stairs to the third floor is the entrance to this thoughtfully laid out accommodation, presenting you with a homely living/dining room fitted with everything you'll need for an evening of entertainment, snuggle on the plush corner sofa for a film night in front of the Smart TV, set out the dining table with drinks and board games for a competitive evening, or curl up with a good book on the balcony as you admire views of nature. Throw together a tasty meal in the kitchen, equipped with all the amenities for your self-catering needs, including a handy washing machine, tumble dryer and dishwasher! Three lovely bedrooms await for a restful night's sleep, made up of three sumptuous king-size beds all with ample storage and one boasting a luxury en-suite bathroom, featuring a soothing corner bath. The rest of the group can prepare for the day ahead in the family bathroom, choosing between a calming soak in the corner bath, or a refreshing rinse in the overhead shower to wake up. Bowness-on-Windermere town centre is right on the property's doorstep, where a stroll takes you straight to bustling amenities such as shops, pubs, restaurants and cafés for you to pick up essentials or dine out for the night. The town offers an exciting range of attractions, such as World of Beatrix Potter Attraction, the 1920’s Royalty Cinema and The Old Laundry Theatre, and of course the sensational waters of Lake Windermere, boasting a thrilling selection of watersports and boat trips alongside breath-taking views. Take a leisurely lake cruise around Windermere, stopping over at Lakeside, home to the Lakes Aquarium, the Haverthwaite steam railway and the Lakeland Motor Museum Or stop over in the charming town of Ambleside as well as even more amenities and access to rugged walking and cycling trails along the fells. Other must-see destinations include Grasmere, Ambleside, Troutbeck and the market town of Kendal with its dramatic castle, Abbot Hall, the Lakeland Museum, and the Brewery Arts centre. Make memories that last a lifetime at Ascension Island.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £100.

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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.

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Reviews & Ratings

“Fantastic apartment.”

“Lovely apartment really enjoyed our stay.”

“Great location fabulous place to stay x”

“First impression was WOW but then the problems grew and grew.”

“Comfortable, well appointed with top quality appliances.”

“The flat is comfortable but spa bath is overkill as access to climb in to use shower is awckward.”

“No wifi all week Bath not functional.”

“Had a fantastic stay.”

“Great location for what we needed.”

“Brilliant week stay lovely apartment good communication with owner couldn't ask for anymore thank you”

“The steps to access the property are quite steep and very badly lit on a night.”

“Absolutely brilliant stay.”

“The property is in a great location and was clean and tidy but some of its selling point didn’t work.”

“Excellent location.”

“Fabulous location with fabulous walks it’s a must do holiday for those who enjoy the outdoors”

“We lost the house keys during our stay.”

“Great apartment in a beautiful location”

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The property

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About the location

BOWNESS-ON-WINDERMERE