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Green Stile Cottage

Bowness-On-Windermere, Cumbria & The Lake District (Ref. 1070158)

Customer rating

4.3★

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  • 5 Guests

  • 3 Bedrooms

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets Yes

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Features

  • Electric car charging
  • Hot tub
  • Off road parking
  • Open fire
  • Garden / Patio
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

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37 Customer Review(s)

  • Kathleen

    “We recently stayed at this Lake District cottage, drawn by its promise of a private, scenic location with a hot tub and high-end feel.”

    Overall, it is a beautiful spot in a stunning part of the Lakes, but the stay was marred by quite a few maintenance issues and small oversights that felt disappointing given the rental price. Arrival and first impressions The directions were clear and helpful, though the signage on the gate could be larger and more obvious. It would save drivers from having to stop and double-check. Access is via a shared driveway through the neighbour’s garden, with two manually operated gates. The driveway ...

    Overall, it is a beautiful spot in a stunning part of the Lakes, but the stay was marred by quite a few maintenance issues and small oversights that felt disappointing given the rental price. Arrival and first impressions The directions were clear and helpful, though the signage on the gate could be larger and more obvious. It would save drivers from having to stop and double-check. Access is via a shared driveway through the neighbour’s garden, with two manually operated gates. The driveway down to the property is narrow, uneven, and lined with trees and bushes, making it tricky to manoeuvre. There is advertised space for three cars, but turning even one around is challenging, two is just about doable, and three would require reversing uphill on what feels like an off-road track. We managed, but it was not relaxing. Upon entering, the cottage generally felt very clean, well-maintained, and fitted out to a good standard, with some lovely decorative touches like the coat hooks in the master suite and a fantastic shower unit. The bedding was fresh and clean, and we appreciated the basic cleaning pack provided. It is always a nice touch. There were blankets, games, books, and local attraction guides, which added to the welcoming feel. Furniture was suitable and in good repair, the TV and Wi-Fi worked fine (though signal is understandably limited upstairs in a stone cottage), and the showers were hot and powerful. These are basic things done right. Settling in and kitchen/living areas/bathrooms The kitchen had some issues that became apparent quickly. Only one roll of toilet paper was provided in one bathroom, with none in the other (outside). This was a surprising oversight for such a minor expense to the owner. One hand soap dispenser was broken (outside). The kettle was in need of descaling or replacement. Both frying pans were essentially destroyed, with Teflon flaking off badly, and utensils were limited. Knives had plastic handles that were flaking apart. Crockery included several chipped mugs, plates, and bowls that really should be replaced. The dishwasher performed intermittently, error-coding repeatedly and not cleaning properly. In the living area, plaster was falling off the wall near the door and curtain pole. The door to the conservatory or orangery jammed shut, and the door between the lobby and kitchen had dropped requiring adjustment. Both clocks had dead batteries. Light switches throughout felt oddly wired. They were either upside down or operating in the reverse direction to what is normal. The second double bedroom stood out negatively, with black mould around and near the shutters. This was concerning in a holiday let. Hot tub and outdoor experience The private location delivered fantastic views from the hot tub, with little traffic and a peaceful setting. The tub itself, however, was a little underwhelming. The jets were weak and clearly need servicing. There were no hooks for towels or robes, nowhere dry to place them, and no handy spot for a phone (for music) maybe install perhaps a small ledge above the light switch? We would have loved a tall table nearby for cups or cans (glass is not permitted). A pathway up to the hot tub would also be ideal. Even in flip-flops, walking across wet grass in the dark is not pleasant. If the privacy screen is closed, there is no way to retract it from inside, and no easy step around the corner post to reach the tub area. A small additional raised flagstone would solve this nicely. During the stay A neighbour was out servicing the garden and driveway around 4pm on both days. He was perfectly pleasant, but it is worth noting as that is often check-in time. Another neighbour appeared with a barking dog around 7 to 7:30am each morning. This is not controllable, but something light sleepers (or those with dogs) should be aware of. Departure and general notes No instructions were provided on what to do with the bedding at the end of the stay. We also were not sure where to dispose of dog poo bags. Clear guidance on that would help. In summary, the cottage has a lot going for it: a truly private and scenic spot, high overall cleanliness and quality in many areas, and thoughtful extras like games, books and guides. The views from the hot tub alone make it special. However, the accumulation of small-to-medium maintenance issues, worn kitchen items, and practical oversights detracted significantly from what could be a fantastic experience. A few cost effective targeted updates (new pans and crockery, servicing the hot tub, addressing mould, better driveway access info/signage, basic supplies like toilet paper and maybe some provisional kindling/wood) would elevate it considerably. We would hesitate to return in its current state but appreciate the potential which might make it seem better value for the price.

    - Kathleen, January 2026
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Summary

  • Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size zip and link can be twins by request, 1 Double, 1 x single
  • Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC
  • Kitchen
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, washing machine/dryer, fridge/freezer, dishwasher
  • Living/dining room with wood burning stove
  • Conservatory/dining room
  • Oil central heating with woodburning stove
  • TV, Soundbar, Wi-Fi
  • Fuel, power, starter pack for woodburning stove inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Off-road parking for 3 cars
  • Rear garden with lawn and hot tub
  • Two Dogs welcome
  • No smoking
  • Shop 1.9 miles, pub 1.8 miles
  • Please Note: Washer/Dryer and additional W/C available in the outbuildings
  • Note: The garden has a sloped lawn and is not enclosed, please consider this when booking
  • EVCP There is a £20.00 one of charge during your stay for using the Electric vehicle charging point (EVCP) Please note you must supply your own charging cable, Please call to request the use of the EVCP prior to your booking so payment can be taken.

The property

Bowness-on-Windermere 1.9 miles.

1.9 miles from Bowness-on-Windermere Green Stile Cottage is a charming, detached cottage that sits on the edges of Bowness-on-Windermere, enjoying the beauty of the Lake District National Park.

The cottage itself has wonderful interiors with elements going back to the 17th-century, making it ideal for a family stay in Cumbria.

When you arrive at the cottage, you'll see off-road parking for three vehicles, allowing you to park your car safely and simply get your belongings into your new home-from-home.

Inside, you'll discover a pleasant kitchen with all of the necessary amenities for preparing delectable meals, including a convenient dishwasher.

Dinners can be enjoyed in the light and airy conservatory or in rustic the living/dining room before retiring to the space's sitting area, which features a television and a crackling wood burning stove.

As the day fades into evening, mount the stairs to find three elegantly equipped bedrooms, one with a single bed, 1 double bed and the latter with king-size bed that can be twins on request, with one enjoying views over the garden and fells.

The first-floor shower room is a stylish spot, where you can enjoy an invigorating rinse before venturing out to explore the area.

The holiday home also has a large lawn with a marvellous hot tub to relax in at the end of each day.

Travel north to the centre of Bowness-on-Windermere, where a variety of restaurants, including Porto and The Ship Inn, serve delectable meals, shops sell necessities, and a variety of attractions, including The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction and boating opportunities to Far Sawrey can be found.

Continue to Windermere, where you'll find a variety of outdoor recreation centres, as well as the Windermere Jetty Museum and hikes up the scenic Queen Adelaide's Hill.

Ambleside offers a unique day out, with historic attractions such as Armitt Library & Museum Centre and Ambleside Roman Fort, as well as excursions to Stock Ghyll Force, Wansfell Pike, and Red Screes.

If you're looking for more outdoor adventures, travel to Rydal, where you'll find Rydal Water, Rydal Cave, and Loughrigg Fell; or, if you prefer a day out in another picture-postcard town, head to Kendal.

Choose Green Stile Cottage for a break you'll never forget!

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £300.

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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.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas