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Poppy Cottage

Bowness-On-Windermere, Cumbria & The Lake District (Ref. 1175998)

Lakelovers rating

  • 6 Guests

  • 3 Bedrooms

  • 2 Bathrooms

  • Pets No

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Features

  • Open fire
  • Garden / Patio
  • Cot available
  • Highchair available
  • Pub/shop < 1 mile
  • Broadband / WiFi

Summary

  • Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size with en-suite with bath, shower over, and basin and WC, 2 x double
  • Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail, WC
  • Cloakroom with basin, WC
  • Kitchen
  • Dining room
  • Sitting room with woodburning stove
  • Gas central heating
  • Electric oven, induction hob, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, toaster, kettle
  • Smart TV, WiFi
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Highchair and travel cot available
  • Roadside parking
  • Enclosed rear patio with furniture
  • Sorry, no pets and no smoking
  • Shop 0.3 miles, pub 0.1 mile

The property

Poppy Cottage is a delightful holiday retreat situated in the heart of Bowness-On-Windermere, within the stunning Lake District National Park.

With convenient roadside parking, this family-friendly haven is perfect for families or friends seeking a tranquil escape amidst breathtaking landscapes and endless outdoor adventures.

Step inside the property and you’ll discover a generous kitchen, fully kitted out with everything you need for a self-catering stay.

Just off the kitchen, the dining room offers plenty of seating – ideal for savouring home-cooked meals with family or friends.

The sitting room, featuring a Smart TV and a welcoming woodburner, is the perfect spot to relax after a day spent exploring the local sights.

Outside, the enclosed rear patio provides a private outdoor retreat, complete with furniture for dining al fresco or simply unwinding with a good book.

The property boasts three well-presented bedrooms: a second floor king-size with an elegant en-suite bathroom featuring a bath and shower over, a first floor double bedroom, and a lower ground-floor double.

Each bedroom has been tastefully decorated, offering a serene space to rest and recharge.

Additionally, there is a sleek shower room as well as a convenient cloakroom on the first-floor with a basin and WC.

Venture out to the National Trust - Wray, a delightful gothic revival castle surrounded by grounds, woodland, and breathtaking scenic views.

Stroll down to the infamous Grasmere Gingerbread Shop and indulge in their signature spicy-sweet treat, it’s an absolute must for food connoisseurs.

Visit the charming National Trust - Hill Top, the former home of Beatrix Potter where her beloved tales come to life, an enchanting experience for literary enthusiasts.

Elevate your holiday with an adventure to Go Ape Grizedale, a forest canopy experience of zip wires, tarzan swings and a variety of obstacles; it’s an exhilarating day out for thrill-seekers.

For a calming time, visit the beautiful Holehird Gardens that offer a riot of colour throughout the seasons.

Also, don’t miss a visit to the historical Ambleside Roman Fort, offering an interesting insight to the region's vitally important Roman history.

These attractions ensure a diverse and exciting itinerary for guests at Poppy Cottage.

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.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas