Honeysuckle Cottage | Bowness-on-windermere | The Lake District And Cumbria

Customer rating

4.4★

6 Guests
3 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Pets No
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Features

Off road parking
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

33 Customer Review(s)

Steven
February 2026

“This was our 4th visit to Honeysuckle and no doubt it will not be the last.”

Our car never moved until we left for home. Very clean. Good bus services and very good eateries in Bowness. The cottage was very hot at times but you could counter that by turning the temp down on thermostat in the hall. Perhaps a tv guide for the tv in the front lounge could be made for those who do not understand a digital tv. We were fine with it but less techy people may struggle. If you want to have a real fire you are required to take your own wood etc.

Our car never moved until we left for home. Very clean. Good bus services and very good eateries in Bowness. The cottage was very hot at times but you could counter that by turning the temp down on thermostat in the hall. Perhaps a tv guide for the tv in the front lounge could be made for those who do not understand a digital tv. We were fine with it but less techy people may struggle. If you want to have a real fire you are required to take your own wood etc.

- Steven, February 2026

Thank you for your lovely feedback we will take on board your comments regarding TV - and just to note we do provide logs at Christmas and New Year and at other times if requested . We are so pleased you enjoy our cottage so much and look forward to welcoming you back in the future . Property Owner
Joanne November 2025

“Second time we have stayed here and didn't disappoint,lovely cottage,great location,definitely back next year.”

- Joanne, November 2025

Thank you so much for your lovely feedback, we are so glad you enjoy our cottage . Property Owner
Sharon September 2025

“A perfect cottage in a fantastic location.”

It is central to all the amenities in Bowness, everything is literally on the doorstep. All though just being off the main road means it is also very quiet .The cottage has everything you need for a self catering holiday and the snug was perfect with the electric fire on the one cold, wet day we had. The heating had been put on a timer which made our stay warm and cosy .

- Sharon, September 2025

Thank you so much for your kind comments and feedback , we are so glad you enjoyed your stay at honeysuckle cottage and found it a cosy and convenient place to stay . We hope to welcome you back again at some time in the future . Property Owner
David September 2025

“First of all I must say the bed lining towels etc were lovely fresh and clean the bed was also comfy.”

Sorry then things were not so good the whole place is ready for a complete overhaul decorating etc all skirting boards were covered in dust and the seal around the bath is disgusting and needs replacing as it is mouldy and when showering the bath dose crack and creek a worry that it’s going to crack completely then the damage charge of the £350 would be implemented very disappointing as we hoped for a cute cottage stay.

- David, September 2025

Thank you for your thoughts and observations . We appreciate your concerns about the bath, acrylic baths do tend to creek in this type of situation, and we feel therefore is unlikely to break. We will of course address other issues noted, as part of our ongoing programme of maintenance, at the end of this busy season. We hope you were able to enjoy some aspects of your stay at honeysuckle cottage, despite these issues . Property Owner
Edward July 2025

“The cottage is in an ideal position, just a short walk from the lake, with all amenities at a very close distance.”

The cleanliness of the cottage was excellent, with all the expected cooking facilities and parking for two cars, which is essential for Bowness. The only facility missing is adequate wardrobe space, as the rooms are small, only one wardrobe for the three rooms, and the others have a few coat hangers on the doors or the wall. Overall, I would highly recommend this cottage to any family, as the price was reasonable for its proximity to the lake, restaurants, cafes and food stores.

- Edward, July 2025

Thank you for your very positive comments, we are so glad you found everything clean and enjoyed the position of the cottage . We recognise in our description, the limited nature of the cupboard space in this traditional Lakeland cottage, however appreciate your feed back and will continue to make improvements wherever possible. Property Owner
Joanne July 2025

“Had the best time the cottage is lovely and in a great location will definitely come back.”

- Joanne, July 2025

It is very nice to hear that you enjoyed the cottage and had a lovely holiday . We look forward to welcoming you again . Many thanks for your comments. Property Owner
Lawrence June 2025

“Fabulous location.”

Cottage well equipped. Clean and added bonus of parking space. Recommended

- Lawrence, June 2025

Thank you for your positive comments we are so pleased you enjoyed the cottage and the location . Property Owner
Patrick August 2024

“Great cottage, great location well fitted out and equipped well.”

As a self catering cottage a cupboard in the kitchen for storage of food would have made a big difference and the toilet seat daily fight to stay in up position were the only 2 downsides to this property and they are being picky!! A great holiday and would definitely book this again

- Patrick, August 2024

Thank you for your positive feedback , we do take on board comments made, and are sorry you didn’t realise that the food cupboard is supposed to be the centre shelf of the crockery cupboard. I will ask the housekeeper to ensure that it is always empty, and also ask maintenance to check the toilet seat again, it is new and has been adjusted recently, apologies for the inconvenience. We are pleased however that you enjoyed the cottage location and had a good holiday . Property Owner
Terry June 2024

“Lovely homely cottage, right in the heart of Bowness with shops, pubs, restaurants and the lake all in easy walking distance.”

Two private parking spots is a bonus. As has been commented before, the property would benefit from another WC and more storage space for the second and third bedrooms. Also the sofas in the sitting room/diner are very tired. The patio area is a real suntrap. We found the property fine for 4 adults.

- Terry, June 2024

Many thanks for your positive comments . We continually try to make improvements and take on board suggestions made by guests where possible . We are pleased you enjoyed your stay at honeysuckle and enjoyed good weather, we hope to welcome you again sometime . Property Owner
Jane May 2024

“Great location but would question 6 people - no storage and 2nd double bedroom not suitable for 2 people - bed far too big for the room.”

Although had everything we needed very dated. needs updating -Bathroom needs overhauling and would benefit from 2nd loo. why provide a dvd player with no dvds ? - a smart tv would be much better especially as the weather is changable. Tv in dining room didn’t work. No patio table, shown on photos but missing, which was a shame as the weather for first half of week was amazing and would have been nice to use this area. Would go back to the area but not this cottage.

- Jane, May 2024

Thank you for your feedback, we do take suggestions on board and have now bought a new Smart TV. to replace the broken TV and updated and boosted the Ariel to avoid signal problems in the future . A few DVD ‘s were actually available in the drawer beneath the TV, but we have now added more to help on those inclement days . Honeysuckle is a traditional Lakeland cottage and we acknowledge, that storage space is restricted for 6 people, especially in the second bedroom and do mention this in the description. We must apologise also, for the absence of the patio table, which was being repaired and has now been returned. We are pleased that you liked the area, enjoyed good weather and found the position of the cottage so convenient. Property Owner
Steven February 2024

“This is our third time at Honeysuckle cottage.”

Ideally situated in the middle of Bowness not far from Lake Windermere. Cosy with the woodburner for those evenings in. The central heating is good but can be hotter than we required but it does have thermastatic valves. Accessories are plentiful but would not like to cater for 6 people at once. Clean on arrival. The two sofas in the dining area could do with being replaced, a little uncomfortable but you can get past this. We did make a couple of suggestions after our last visit and these were complied with. We only moved our car once and that was to get some more wood from the garage in Windermere. I would highly recommend this cottage.

- Steven, February 2024

Thank you for your feedback, we take suggestions on board and will continue to make improvements. Thank you also, for all your lovely comments, we are very glad you enjoyed all your stay’s at Honeysuckle cottage and hope to welcome you again soon. Property Owner
Amanda September 2023

“Cottage is quaint.”

Car parking is a challenge daily.... reversing into and driving out of allocated space can be tight if cars or vans parked opposite. Steps down to the cottage are slate so can be a little slippery when wet. If you are vertically challenged like me then the steps are quite deep. Once inside the cottage the only 3 things niggled us are that the stair carpet on the inside turn at the top needs tightening up as a little saggy on edges of steps so you need to stick to the wall side or you can slip off the edge of the stair if trod on - the toilet seat still needs attention!!!!! - hubby spent the week holding the seat up as the cistern could be doing with being more narrow and then the seat would lean back enough to stay up on it's own - and finally the mattress in the main double bedroom is starting to dip in the middle of each side where they have been sat on over time - we found we tended to slide/roll to the edge of the mattress. Otherwise the cottage is perfect for a holiday home - we had a great week even if the weather was changeable. The Lake District never fails to supply a great holiday. We will be back- if the niggles are sorted.

- Amanda, September 2023

Thank you for your feedback. The steps get coated in anti-slip coating, and also there is an alternative back entrance for guests to use. Further to your comments about the mattress, it was new last year. We will ask our Maintenance Team to look at the toilet seat and carpet. We hope to welcome you back again. The Lakelovers Owner Relations Team Property Owner
Melanie July 2023

“This cottage is in a great location - so close to all amenities in Bowness.”

Good parking, plenty of soft towels provided and generally very well equipped. The blinds could do with a clean, and the toilet seat requires attention so it stays up (3 males in the family), and this has been mentioned in reviews before, and it’s still an issue, but apart from those items, it was great.

- Melanie, July 2023

Thank you for your feedback, I'm glad you enjoyed your stay at Honeysuckle Cottage. The toilet seat and the blinds will be given immediate attention and I hope to welcome you again soon. Property Owner
Duncan July 2023

“Fantastic location and very clean ideal for or holiday.”

The property could do with a downstairs loo as the stairs are testing but overall property great .

- Duncan, July 2023

Thank you for your kind comments, we are so pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay at Honeysuckle Cottage. We take your suggestion on board. We hope to welcome you again. The Lakelovers Owner Relations Team Property Owner
Janet June 2023

“Everything we needed in this lovely little cottage.”

Very clean and tidy. A short walk into town and the bus stop at the end of the road, if you don't fancy driving. Definitely recommend.

- Janet, June 2023

Thank you for your positive feedback. We really appreciate your comments . Property Owner
Jennifer May 2023

“Good morning The only two slight things were the coffee table was very sticky not sure what it is cleaned with.”

The other was the toilet seat my partner had to hold onto the seat as it would not stand up alone I would advise a soft closing one that stands up. Great for us as a couple but not a lot of storage if 6 people were staying not a lot of room round one of the double bedrooms. Positives lovely cosy cottage very clean lovely large bathroom beds were very comfy and in a perfect position in Bowness.. Everything was provided for cooking. Great position for bus routes.Parking Perfect. We had a wonderful stay. Kind regards Jenny and Tony

- Jennifer, May 2023

Thank you for your comments. We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay. We take all comments on board. Thank you. Property Owner
Dawn December 2022

“Lovely cosy cottage, excellent facilities and excellent location for amenities in Bowness.”

The space in the smaller double bedroom was very tight but that was in the information. Only other issue was the very slippy flagstones at the front of the property. We had a great New Year and would like to recommend Rastellis restaurant.

- Dawn, December 2022

We are so glad you enjoyed your stay at Honeysuckle cottage. Thank you for alerting us to the slippy flagstones these have now been treated. Property Owner
Sarah September 2022

“Had a lovely stay in September at Honeysuckle cottage.”

Was so convenient in Bowness - on a side street just off the main road with parking. It was such a quiet location and yet within a few steps close to the cafes, restaurants and walk down to the lake. Cottage was lovely and cosy - perfect for our stay.

- Sarah, September 2022

Thank you for such lovely feedback, we are very glad you enjoyed your stay and really appreciate your positive comments . We hope to welcome you again sometime at Honeysuckle Cottage Property Owner
Wayne August 2022

“Nice cottage in a good location , parking was useful as really busy , bathroom a little dated , the cleaning of the property wasnt great ,lots of spiders webs found , sticky work surfaces and tables but i think was down to the covid cleaning products used , leather look settee was in poor condition but apparently is due to be replaced this week , bedrooms a little small and very little storage in bedrooms .”

- Wayne, August 2022

Thank you for your feedback, we hope you had a lovely holiday. The bathroom at Honeysuckle Cottage is being updated in October and as you say, a new sofa is being delivered this week. We are surprised to read you had issues with the cleaning as our cleaner is very good and we have had a lot of high scores for cleanliness. We have however, organised for a deep clean next week. Property Owner
Suzanne August 2022

“The property was very clean and well equipped.”

It had everything we needed. Having parking was a huge benefit. We loved the two living areas, great if you want to watch different things on the TV. The second double room is very small. A small improvement would be to provide details of a selection of walks and a list of restaurants etc. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, thank you. Ps My son loved the snuggly blankets in the twin room, to wrap himself up in downstairs.

- Suzanne, August 2022

Thank you for your feedback, we are pleased to read you enjoyed your holiday at Honeysuckle Cottage. The information regarding recommendations of walks, restaurants etc. was removed as a precaution during the height of the Covid pandemic. We will be be putting it back in the cottage soon. Property Owner
Linda June 2022

“Firstly the cottage is in a great location right off the main street of Bowness and also benefits from private parking.”

It has everything you would need to make your stay comfortable. There is not much room around the beds but this is mentioned in the description. I think the bathroom needs a little bit of TLC but overall I would return.

- Linda, June 2022

Thank you very much for your comments and for taking the time to let us know your thoughts. Customer feedback is very important to help us continually improve our standards. We are happy you found the cottage comfortable and that it provided everything you needed. The owner has taken on board your feedback and has decided to refurbish the bathroom later on this year after the peak season ends. We hope you enjoyed your stay, and would love to see you again. Property Owner
Michael June 2022

“The front room had very little sunlight therefore dark and cold most the time.”

The dining room/sitting room permanently dark

- Michael, June 2022

We would like to thank you for your feedback. The front room generally is very bright however the weather is very variable in The Lakes. The dining room can be dark but we like to think of this room as being cosy, especially with the log burner in action. The heating has also been on during your stay so we apologise that this temperature was not warm enough for you. We hope to welcome you back to Honeysuckle Cottage again in the future. Property Owner
David June 2022

“Lovely holiday”

- David, June 2022
Lucy May 2022

“Honeysuckle cottage is a fantastic bolthole for a holiday in the lakes.”

The cottage is cosy, comfortable and well equipped. It was spotless when we arrived and clearly well cared for. It's central location in the town means lots of restaurants, shops and the lakeside is within walking distance. A fantastic base from which to explore the area. The only slight disappointment was that we were advised no travel cot was available at the property when I rang the number provided on the listing. However, on arrival there was a travel cot in situ. This could have saved us some space in the car on the journey up from South Wales.

- Lucy, May 2022

Thank you for drawing our attention to this matter, please accept our apologies for this oversight. We will amend details accordingly and are glad that you enjoyed your stay at Honeysuckle Cottage regardless. Property Owner
Brian February 2022

“A great place to come back to and curl up in front of the log fire after a long walk on the fells.”

Very cosy and clean. Great location

- Brian, February 2022
Clair December 2021

“The only issue we had was the check in and out times, even with the pandemic we feel there should be a little more flexibility, for example there were no bookings the days before and after our stay, so in instances like this there should be the option to a slightly earlier check in and or later check out.”

Other than that Great cottage, great bookings services and great stay!!

- Clair, December 2021

We thank you for your feedback regarding your recent stay at Honeysuckle Cottage. Due to extra cleaning and the limit on cleaning staff we have had to delay the check in time to 5pm to help our cleaner. We have reviewed your comments and will update check out from 11am in light of this going forward. We apologise the option wasn't there but we thank you for your comments and glad to hear you had a great stay regardless. Property Owner
Richard October 2021

“Mattress in main bedroom needs re-placing, had trouble all week trying to get a good sleep.”

- Richard, October 2021

Thank you for your recent feedback, we are glad to hear you have had a great week. Sorry you found the mattresses uncomfortable, since your stay the owner has replaced all mattresses due to this to ensure future comfort. Property Owner
David September 2021

“5 star location The cottage had everything you require when holidaying in the ...”

5 star location The cottage had everything you require when holidaying in the lake district Child friendly - we have a 2 and 3 year old - this cottage has a good setup for children around these ages Co op 1 minute walk away and tesco 5 minute walk at bottom of hill for the standard bits Will be staying here again as ticks all our boxes for a great hub location in the lakes

- David, September 2021
Susan September 2021

“Lovely house and its closeness to Bowness was brilliant.”

The house is ideally situated for getting around, we only used the car twice in a week. We got the ferry to Ambleside and the bus to Grasmere both from Bowness. We had a brilliant week and would definitely stay here again.

- Susan, September 2021
Kevin July 2021

“Cottage is situated in the middle of Bowness it was great for me and my wife, it's listed as a 6 person sleeping cottage not true, only 1 small wardrobe nothing in bedroom 2 and 3 you can't even get round one of the so called double beds in one of the rooms, you would be very disappointed if you booked 6 adults, not so if you had two small children.”

Great for parking. I would book it again but only for the 2 of us.

- Kevin, July 2021
Kenneth July 2021

“Great week at Honeysuckle Cottage.”

Perfect location for access to the local shops, bars and restaurants. Off street parking is very welcome.

- Kenneth, July 2021
Pam June 2021

“Absolutely loved our stay in Honeysuckle cottage .”

.great location...very well equipped ..a quality holiday home.Would definately recommend to everyone.We loved it ❤

- Pam, June 2021

Thank you for your positive feedback we’re glad you love the cottage , we do too . Property Owner
Hazel April 2021

“What a super place to stay and so close to the local shops.”

The cottage was beautiful and well will presented with all the facilities we needed. We liked how the heating was timed for in the morning and early evening so we weren't worried about coming back to a cold house after a long day out. The neighbours were also very friendly and quiet. Will definitely stop again!!

- Hazel, April 2021

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Summary

Highly Commended for a three-star property
Three bedrooms: 2 x double bed, 1 x twin bed
Property is a traditional Lakeland cottage- storage space may be limited in the bedrooms
Property ideal for 4 adults, 2 children
Bathroom with bath with shower over, basin and WC
Kitchen
Living/dining room with woodburning stove
Second sitting room/snug
Utility
Gas central heating with woodburning stove and electric fire in second sitting room
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher
TV, WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Travel Cot available
Off-road parking for 2 cars
Enclosed patio with furniture
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Pub 3 mins walk
Shop 5 mins walk
Bowness Pier and Lake Windermere 9 mins walk

The property

Pretty as a picture, this central Bowness holiday cottage is perfectly placed for exploring the village and the boating activities in Bowness Bay.

Even better, the property provides central private parking - making touring by car a breeze - and a delightful, enclosed and furnished patio for meals al-fresco on sunny days.

Complete with cosy woodburning stove and Lakeland slate hearth, character exposed beams and a shaker-style fitted kitchen, couples or small families will find this charming bolt hole a delight to return to at the end of the day.

There's even a small second sitting room or snug; ensuring quiet time for parents or breathing space for two couples. Accommodation in detail Private parking for 2 cars outside Honeysuckle Cottage, please be aware that there a few steep steps at the front of the property, but the back entrance has flat access.

To enter the property please use the side door through the tiled utility room, with space for storing outdoor gear.

A gallery kitchen leads through to the characterful living / dining area with exposed beams, woodburning stove set in Lakeland slate, deep-cushioned furnishings and ample dining space for eating in.

The sunny 2nd lounge / TV room has a warming coal effect fire.

Upstairs to 2 double bedrooms, additional twin bedroom and the fully-tiled family-size bathroom with 4 piece suite.

As this is a traditional Lakeland cottage, space is restricted in the bedrooms.

One double bedroom has a wardrobe and chest of drawers, and the other double and twin rooms have limited hanging/storage space.

Outside you'll find a pretty enclosed patio, with furniture. Location A holiday cottage with parking in central Bowness makes an incredibly convenient base for exploring our most popular Lake District holiday destination.

Bowness is easily reached from the M6, or from the train station at Windermere village (a couple of miles away). On the eastern shores of Lake Windermere, Bowness is a lively Lake District village revolving around the boating activity of Bowness Bay.

Stroll along the lake shore, take out a hire boat on Lake Windermere or enjoy a memorable cruise on one of the famous steamers.

These Windermere Lake Cruises provide a route to Ambleside and Lakeside without even using your car.

Bowness high street has a contemporary range of shops, supermarkets and eateries, providing everything you need within strolling distance.

There are a number of family attractions in Bowness, including the World of Beatrix Potter, the Old Laundry Theatre and also a modern cinema. Bowness offers a vibrant nightlife for sociable gatherings or romantic occasions.

From the traditional 'Hole int Wall' pub to the array of contemporary restaurants, bars and even a nightclub, there's something for every taste.

From Bowness, exploring the Lakes or seeking out walking routes is easy.

Link up to the A591 only a couple of miles away at Windermere village, and you're on to the main route into the heart of the Lakes.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £350.

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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.

Steep steps to the front but flat access at the rear. Limited bedroom space

Please note: This property only allows 7 night stay over Christmas starting from 21st and 23rd December.

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Reviews & Ratings

“This was our 4th visit to Honeysuckle and no doubt it will not be the last.”

“Second time we have stayed here and didn't disappoint,lovely cottage,great location,definitely back next year.”

“A perfect cottage in a fantastic location.”

“First of all I must say the bed lining towels etc were lovely fresh and clean the bed was also comfy.”

“The cottage is in an ideal position, just a short walk from the lake, with all amenities at a very close distance.”

“Had the best time the cottage is lovely and in a great location will definitely come back.”

“Fabulous location.”

“Great cottage, great location well fitted out and equipped well.”

“Lovely homely cottage, right in the heart of Bowness with shops, pubs, restaurants and the lake all in easy walking distance.”

“Great location but would question 6 people - no storage and 2nd double bedroom not suitable for 2 people - bed far too big for the room.”

“This is our third time at Honeysuckle cottage.”

“Cottage is quaint.”

“This cottage is in a great location - so close to all amenities in Bowness.”

“Fantastic location and very clean ideal for or holiday.”

“Everything we needed in this lovely little cottage.”

“Good morning The only two slight things were the coffee table was very sticky not sure what it is cleaned with.”

“Lovely cosy cottage, excellent facilities and excellent location for amenities in Bowness.”

“Had a lovely stay in September at Honeysuckle cottage.”

“The property was very clean and well equipped.”

“Firstly the cottage is in a great location right off the main street of Bowness and also benefits from private parking.”

“The front room had very little sunlight therefore dark and cold most the time.”

“Lovely holiday”

“Honeysuckle cottage is a fantastic bolthole for a holiday in the lakes.”

“A great place to come back to and curl up in front of the log fire after a long walk on the fells.”

“Mattress in main bedroom needs re-placing, had trouble all week trying to get a good sleep.”

“5 star location The cottage had everything you require when holidaying in the ...”

“Lovely house and its closeness to Bowness was brilliant.”

“Great week at Honeysuckle Cottage.”

“Absolutely loved our stay in Honeysuckle cottage .”

“What a super place to stay and so close to the local shops.”

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About the location

BOWNESS-ON-WINDERMERE