Bowness Retreat

3.9★

2 Guests
1 Bedroom
1 Bathroom
Pets No
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Features

Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Broadband / WiFi

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3 Customer Review(s)

Matthew
September 2023

“A great location and well decorated apartment.”

Very pleased overall, we did have a minor issue where the shower unit stopped working but Lakelovers were quick to respond and got us sorted within an hour.

Very pleased overall, we did have a minor issue where the shower unit stopped working but Lakelovers were quick to respond and got us sorted within an hour.

- Matthew, September 2023

Thank you for enjoying the place The issue you had will be looked into more throughly Property Owner
Tracy July 2022

“This is a great little modern apartment right in the centre of Bowness but yet still in a quiet cul de sac.”

It has a smart tv in both the lounge & bedroom with a Netflix account included, and every mod con including air con fans (which were greatly appreciated in the wonderful weather we had all week). For a curly haired person like myself the hairdryer with diffuser is also a great addition. You are provided with little packs with tea, coffee, sugar, milk & biscuits and there is also hand wash, cloths & washing up liquid. No shampoo etc though so you need to bring your own. There is a Co-op 2 mins walk away for anything you need. Everything is literally on your door step. Parking is slightly up the hill so you need to offload outside the flat then move the car, which is no problem. Negatives: a better variety of glasses would be good eg wine, pint glasses. The shower is a law unto itself! It seems to turn to scalding at a seconds notice. Setting it to the correct temperature was a bit of a challenge. The socket where the washing machine & microwave is situated does not appear to work. Luckily we had an extension cable with us. There are no instructions for anything in the apartment & if you’re not a tech genius like my husband you might struggle. There was also nothing to tell us what to do with our rubbish. The mattress on the bed is unfortunately pretty hard. We like a reasonably hard mattress but we actually took the duvet cover off and used the duvet as a mattress cover to make it more comfortable. Overall would highly recommend this apartment and we will certainly return!

- Tracy, July 2022

Thank you for the encouraging comments of our precious apartment and equally the valid remarks on instructions and few other items which are much appreciated and will be taken on board and implemented. We would welcome you anytime again and thank you for appreciating the stay Property Owner
Chris June 2022

“This property really needed a list of instructions on where everything was and how it worked, there was nothing, we had to work it all out but got there in the end, we had no hot water on arrival and it took a while to work out how to over ride the system to get any.”

Water supply to the bathroom sink is almost non-existent, this needs repair, we had to boil a kettle if you just wanted a wash in the sink. It should be made clear that the property has no immediate parking, and that parking will be a challenge every evening. It should be made clear that there are so many flights of steps you have to negotiate, I would never have booked here had we known that and the listing somewhat conceals this to be honest. Well located however with great access to Bowness, we very much liked the area

- Chris, June 2022

All the instructions are in the TV cabinet which are fully comprehensive . Parking is at the end of the cul de sac on a first come first basis and additional parking in overspill car park.Water Ok Property Owner

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Summary

Third-floor apartment
One double bedroom
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
Electric central heating
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, coffee maker
Smart TV, WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 0.1 mile, pub 0.2 miles

The property

This third-floor apartment, Bowness Retreat is located near Lake Windermere in Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria.

This stylish apartment is a great place for a couple's Lake District break, conveniently placed in a quiet area but just a short walk from Windermere Lake, and many cafes and restaurants, pubs and cocktail bars.

Ascend to the third storey to find this delightful property, which welcomes you with an open-plan living space.

Relax on the sofa while watching your favourite programme on the Smart TV before heading over to the sleek kitchen, which is well-equipped and features high-quality appliances. After preparing a delectable dinner, savour it at the adjacent breakfast bar whilst discussing your holiday itinerary.

After that, enjoy a rejuvenating soak in the stylish shower room before heading to the tastefully designed double bedroom.

Get acquainted with the town of Bowness-on-Windermere, where you can go for walks around Cockshott Point, take a ferry trip across Lake Windermere, or take in the stunning views at the local view points of Brant Fell and Biskey Howe, as well as the lovely hiking locations of Orrest Head and Queen Adelaide's Hill.

Travel north to Ambleside, where you'll find several walking routes, including those up Loughrigg Fell and Stock Ghyll Force, as well as access to the Ambleside Roman Fort.

The local tourist destinations of Rydal, Grasmere, Hawkshead, and Keswick, are within easy reach, providing even more sights and activities.

Create everlasting memories with a stay at Bowness Retreat.

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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, 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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Bowness-On-Windermere, Cumbria & The Lake District (Ref. 1086069)

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