Beech - Woodland Cottages | Bowness-on-windermere | Ferney Green | The Lake District And Cumbria

Customer rating

4.8★

10 Guests
5 Bedrooms
4 Bathrooms
Pets No
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Features

Electric car charging
Hot tub
Off road parking
Ground floor accommodation
Ground floor bedroom
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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* Based on a combined average customer score

69 Customer Review(s)

Donna
February 2026

“We stayed at woodland cottages for a long weekend for my husbands 60th, along with our children and grandchildren and my mum.”

So 4 generations and each of us had a fabulous time and were extremely comfortable. You are given access to the website after booking, which is very informative and well set out. The cottage was beautiful 5 bedrooms all equally good sizes, 3 with ensuite facilities. Hot tub was lovely easily accessible, each member of tye family took full advantage of. The kitchen is well equipped with literally everything you could think of. You are left tea bags. Coffee. Milk etc to get you started on ...

So 4 generations and each of us had a fabulous time and were extremely comfortable. You are given access to the website after booking, which is very informative and well set out. The cottage was beautiful 5 bedrooms all equally good sizes, 3 with ensuite facilities. Hot tub was lovely easily accessible, each member of tye family took full advantage of. The kitchen is well equipped with literally everything you could think of. You are left tea bags. Coffee. Milk etc to get you started on your arrival. Great quality eco friendly cleaning products. The log burner is fabulous as it did get a little chilly at night and gave a lovely cosy feel. The beds were all very comfortable with clean linen. There was one staff member onsite that weekend who could not have been nicer and more helpful. He really is a credit to the team. We stayed in beech cottage which I think seems to have the best views of the countryside etc We had sheep. Deer, rabbits, squirrels and a multitude of different birds all around the cottage. Which my grandchildren loved. We went into bowness and windermere which is literally a few minutes in the car or half an hour walk. Bowness is a beautiful little town with lots to see and do. I can't recommend enough thanks oak team for making our memories all that more special

- Donna, February 2026

Dear Donna, Thank you so much for your lovely review. We’re delighted to hear that your whole family, four generations, had such a wonderful stay celebrating your husband’s 60th birthday! It’s great that you enjoyed Beech Cottage, the views, the hot tub and the wildlife, and we’re especially pleased our team member Martin, could make your stay even more enjoyable. We hope to welcome you all back again in the future. Kind regards, The Oaks team Property Owner
Sandra October 2025

“We were a group of 9 family & friends celebrating 2 65th birthdays.”

The cottage was very comfortable & very well equipped. We relaxed in the hot tub every day but thought it was dangerously close to the edge of steps down into garden. One of the ladies did have a fall, fortunately she was not hurt! We had a couple of walks into Bowness-on-Windermere for shopping & eating out. We had a wonderful stay & will definitely return

- Sandra, October 2025

Dear Sandra, Thank you for your review, we hope you all enjoyed the 65th celebrations during your stay. We are very sorry to hear that one of your party had a fall outside, and relieved to hear she was okay - we will certainly review the outdoor area and take on board your concerns. Once again, thank you for staying, and we hope to see you again in future. Warm regards, The Oaks team Property Owner
Peter October 2025

“We really loved Beech Cottage.”

A fantastic location for walking, literally out of the front door onto public footpaths, and also really convenient for Bowness, Ambleside and heading further out into Cumbria. We would love to go back again.

- Peter, October 2025

Hi Peter, Thank you for your feedback! We are really pleased to hear how much you enjoyed Beech Cottage, and do hope you will return in future. Warm regards, The Oaks team. Property Owner
Jamie August 2025

“Beautiful cottage and really well stocked the ducks visiting us every day was a bonus”

- Jamie, August 2025

Hi Jamie, Thank you for your feedback. We're so glad you enjoyed the cottage, and the daily duck visits are always a fun bonus! Hope to see you again soon. Warm regards, The Oaks Team Property Owner
Nege August 2025

“The location was convenient and Windermere, easily accessible, adding to the overall positive experience.”

The rooms were kept impeccably clean, ensuring a comfortable stay for all. Although there was an initial issue with a leaking toilet, it was promptly addressed upon reporting. Overall, the place was close to perfect, and offered a memorable experience.

- Nege, August 2025

Dear Nege, Thank you for your lovely feedback about your stay with us in August. We're glad you enjoyed the location and had a comfortable stay. We'd love to welcome you back again! Warm regards, The Oaks Team Property Owner
Lindsay August 2025

“Had a family gathering so used two houses.”

The cottages are in a beautiful setting. Would definitely recommend. Plenty of space in Beech for two families of four. Our tumble dryer pipe was blocked, it was fixed straight away. Thanks for a lovely week!

- Lindsay, August 2025

Hi Lindsay, Thanks for your lovely feedback about your stay with us in August. We appreciated you letting us know about the dryer, our staff are always ready to assist. Hope to welcome you back soon! Warm regards, The Oaks Team Property Owner
Philip May 2025

“Couldn't ask for more.”

Staff even came on a Sunday to fix the oven. Above and beyond

- Philip, May 2025

Dear Phillip, Thank you for your wonderful feedback about your stay with us in May! We’re so glad our team could go above and beyond to help during your stay. We truly appreciate your comments and hope to welcome you back soon! Warm regards, The Oaks Team Property Owner
Rachel March 2025

“Loved our stay at the lodge, we've been many times before and we will be back again soon.”

- Rachel, March 2025

Hi Rachel, Thank you for feeding back to us once again. We are always pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay and look forward to seeing you again in the near future! Kind regards, The Oaks Team Property Owner
Helen November 2024

“Beautiful cottage, easy walk to town with other low level walking accessible from the grounds”

- Helen, November 2024

Dear Helen, Thank you for your feedback, we are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay in Beech Cottage and found the walk to town and other walks nearby, accessible. We hope to see you again, Warm Reagrds, The Oaks Team. Property Owner
Keith October 2024

“We had a pleasant stay, but aspects of the cottage were quite 'tired.”

' There was room for improvement with the cleanliness. For instance there was a tampon and some socks under drawers in a bedroom, loose change under the table in the lounge, plus a number of cobwebs.

- Keith, October 2024

Dear Keith, Thank you for your feedback, we are very pleased that you had a pleasant stay in Beech Cottage overall. Please accept our apologies in respect of the cobwebs, and for the items of lost property found during your stay. We pride ourselves on the cleanliness and comfort of all of our properties, so we regret that this oversight occurred and will inform the cleaning team for future improvements. Thank you for staying with us, and for your useful feedback. Warm regards, The Oaks Team. Property Owner
Helen October 2024

“Excellent property, everything we wanted for a wonderful break.”

The hot tub with amazing views was fantastic. We would like to thank the owners for being extremely accommodating when we needed to change our dates due to a sudden bereavement.

- Helen, October 2024

Dear Helen, Thank you for your kind feedback, we are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay, and so pleased you could relax after the unfortunate circumstances. Hope to see you again. Kind regards, The Oaks Team. Property Owner
Pete July 2024

“We had a wonderful family holiday at Beech - Woodland Cottages.”

There was plenty of space for the five adults and four children in our party. The facilities were great, well appointed and comfortable. The location was very peaceful with wonderful countryside views out the back. It was nice and close to Bowness, which is right on Lake Windermere and near to many amazing Lake District attractions. The only slight issues were the lack of a safe walking route into Bowness, it’s fine for adults but we didn’t want to walk with the children. Also, the hot tub is amazing but you can’t see the view when you’re sat in it! These are minor gripes, we had a wonderful time and have already recommended to friends and family!

- Pete, July 2024

Dear Pete, Thank you for your positive feedback. We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay in Beech Cottage, finding it well appointed and comfortable. If you choose to come again, be sure to ask our staff about walking routes, and safer options for children away from the main road; there are some public footpaths leading from our site into surrounding countryside, and also to town, avoiding the majority of the roads. We would be very happy to show you around the country estate and introduce you to some different vantage points to enjoy too. We hope you'll visit again, Best Wishes, The Oaks team. Property Owner
Paul July 2024

“All guests were happy with their holiday our party all over sixty so walk into centre was a bit of challenge but done us good, definitely book woodland cottages again.”

- Paul, July 2024

Dear Paul, We are very pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay in Beech Cottage, and that you are considering returning. The walk into Bowness is relatively short and downhill, but it is an uphill walk on the way back, so more difficult for some. Please do let us know if you need a taxi next time, we are more than happy to arrange this for you, or any of your party of guests. Our best wishes, The Oaks Team. Property Owner
Terence June 2024

“We found this a perfect holiday destination, the stunning views every morning were a joy, to sit there with a morning cuppa.”

We found the cottage clean, user friendly with everything there you would need, even down to a dish cloth. The staff on hand were friendly and informative, the.morning alarm clock of sheep bleating, to sleeping listening to owls hooting, was fabulous,we are looking to re book....fabulous holiday

- Terence, June 2024

Dear Terence, We are delighted to have your feedback, and especially pleased that you appreciated what the surroundings have to offer here at The Oaks. Our cottages are fully equipped to ensure you a comfortable home from home experience, but we cannot take credit for the sheep or the owls! We agree though, these are amongst some of the wonderful aspects about staying with us; rural backdrop, beautiful grounds and mature woodlands, and only 1 mile to Bowness! We hope to see you again. Warm regards, The Oak Team Property Owner
Nigel April 2024

“Had a wonderful week blessed with good weather.”

Cottage was warm and cosy, spa was private with a great view over the fields. Comfy beds, hot showers. Good location walking distance to Bowness.

- Nigel, April 2024

Dear Nigel, We are very grateful for your feedback. The private hot tub and views are wonderful, and many of our guests return year upon year for the peace and tranquility. From the back of Beech, you may have noticed the top of Gummer's Howe in the distance. This is a very popular hill to walk up for visitors, and the reward is a magnificent view of Lake Winderemere. The National Trust's Fell Foot Park is below, great for all ages with lake access. We have footpaths that lead straight from our site here at The Oaks too - spoilt for choice really. We hope you will return in future. Warm regards, The Oaks team. Property Owner
Sophie April 2024

“A lovely, quiet place to stay!”

Facilities are well looked after and everything is kept to a high standard, including cleanliness! We loved staying here and would highly recommend to anybody who is looking for a relaxing stay! The cottage is situated within a close drive to Bowness-on-Windermere and is a great location for anybody looking to explore the whole of Lake Windermere.

- Sophie, April 2024

Dear Sophie, Many thanks for your positive feedback regarding the woodland cottage, Beech and it's great location close to Lake Windermere. We love hearing from our guests. Cleanliness is of high priority to us, and our team do work hard to keep things to a high standard, both inside and outside of the properties. We hope to see you again in future. Warm regards, The Oaks team. Property Owner
Lois February 2024

“We had a wonderful stay at Beech Cottage, the cottage itself was very comfortable and cosy with the fire.”

The kitchen was well stocked with utensils/pots etc. The owners had taken on previous feedback and there is soap in all bathrooms. The showers were very powerful which was great, there was always enough hot water for us all to shower in the morning. The location was ideal for exploring surrounding towns and national trusts, as well as being able to explore around the cottage. The fire alarm was set off by the neighbouring cottage the first 2 nights but this was quickly managed and someone was sent down to investigate. The free firewood was a kind gesture for the inconvenience. Thank you for a relaxing stay and we look forward to visiting again,

- Lois, February 2024

Thank you so much for taking the time to send your feedback. The Oaks Team really appreciates seeing these comments and that you have had such a great stay. We look forward to see you again in the future. Property Owner
Gary August 2023

“Loved our stay, 4 out of 5 stars.”

Positives The hot tub was great. The setting was stunning with fantastic views and lots of wildlife to observe. The ducks were fun coming to visit you and even having a walk around the kitchen. The cottage was lovely and comfortable. Beds were great, very comfy. It was quiet apart from one evening when one cottage broke the rules and were noisy in the hot tub and partying till early hours (there's always one ignoramus). Internet WiFi was generally good (30 Mbps) but dropped out now and then. Reconnecting resolved the issue. Negatives There was mould growing in some of the bathrooms and one of the bath plugs was broken. The fact that you pay £1.6 to £2.5k prices and then are expected to gather the linen and towels (holidays are to get away from housework). I feel it's a bit cheeky to be asking as that's what you hire staff to do. Even a Travelodge doesn't expect you do strip linen, however a minor annoyance and didn't take long. Minor criticisms but overall fantastic Thank you

- Gary, August 2023

Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback for us. The Oaks team pride ourselves in making your stay as comfortable as possible, so I'm sorry there was some noise and we are always here to help if there was a disturbance please contact us and we would speak to the guests involved. We have rechecked the bathrooms and treated these areas and repaired the bath plug and are happy to do assist during your stay if something is occasionally missed/broken. The request to strip beds is a request that we have in place to encourage guests to leave properties tidy so that cleaners can spend the time on the cleaning, but it is a request and not a ‘must do’ so we will look at the wording of this in our information. I'm glad you enjoyed your stay with us and hope to see you again. Property Owner
Samantha August 2023

“The property had everything we needed, we all had a wonderful time and made memories that we will treasure.”

- Samantha, August 2023
Katherine August 2023

“Lovely cottage - well appointed kitchen and comfy beds.”

Cottage has a greta view at the back. Staff very friendly and helpful. Great position just outside Bowness

- Katherine, August 2023
Roger July 2023

“A lovely, quiet, comfortable cottage with a glorious outlook from the large picture window, suitable for a multi-generational family holiday.”

Located within walking distance of Bowness for the fit and able and with easy access to the fells. The hot tub is a real bonus. It kept the youngsters happy. This is our second visit to The Oaks and we can really recommend it.

- Roger, July 2023
Charmain July 2023

“Beautiful place to stay with family.”

Definitely recommended and planning to go back again next holiday

- Charmain, July 2023
Christine May 2023

“We had a lovely stay at Beech Woodland.”

It was a family celebration with ages ranging from 1 to 62 and it suited us all. There was plenty of room and a good layout. It was very peaceful and relaxing. We would stay again.

- Christine, May 2023
Lily March 2023

“Overall we have a lovely stay.”

Couldn’t fault the cottage in anyway, it was clean and spacious. Would definitely recommend. Can’t wait to rebook

- Lily, March 2023
Thomas Geoffrey February 2023

“The photos on the website didn’t do it justice!”

- Thomas Geoffrey, February 2023
Sarah February 2023

“Great accommodation, this was my 2nd time to this cottage.”

Decor is modern but keeping with the surroundings. cleanliness is brilliant! Hottub is a massive plus and inclides extra towels. Nice touch with fairy liquid, dishwasher tabs etc thank you again. Only downside is Wifi isn't great and a telly in each room would be better. Would definitely return

- Sarah, February 2023
Ali December 2022

“We have just spent the weekend in Beech cottage as a group of 10 friends and it was the perfect accommodation.”

The cottage is much bigger than it looks in the photos and the views are even better in person! It is so well equipped with everything you could possibly need. Car is a must for the location but only a few minutes drive into Windermere. No complaints at all. Thankyou!

- Ali, December 2022
Jessica October 2022

“We enjoyed our stay.”

The cottage had everything we needed and more and staff were very generous and helpful. We really appreciated the early and late check in times we got when we arrived. Would definitely come back again.

- Jessica, October 2022
Linda October 2022

“Beech cottage has it all literally.”

Everything you could wish for will be in this cottage. Excellent stay.

- Linda, October 2022
Emily October 2022

“Fantastic cottage.”

Lots of attention to detail paid in the decoration and furnishing. Everything feels very comfortable, and looks lovely. Looked even better than the pictures. Really enjoyed the hot tub, a good size, and the views are brilliant. Will look to come back! The only complaint we had was with the windows. They're very drafty, so the living room is always quite chilly, even with the heating on.

- Emily, October 2022
Michelle September 2022

“Lovely lodge in need of some TLC , inside carpets were dirty in bedrooms and under cushions of sofa were very dirty with bits of crisps n debris from previous guests .”

The sofa should be replaced as cushions were sinking and very worn . Beds were comfortable and showers bathrooms were clean . Outside area was clean and tidy . Not sure I’d pay same again as stayed in much better lodges for same money.

- Michelle, September 2022

Thank you for your review, we are sorry to hear that your stay wasnt as you expected but glad to hear you had a comfortable sleep and clean bathroom facilities. We take pride in the cleaning of our properties and we are sorry there were a few crumbs in some hidden places, we will address this as needed, had this been identified during your stay our staff, who are on site everyday would have done a reclean of the area. The sofa in this property was replaced just this year so we wouldn't describe it as˜worn but thank you for the feedback. We have found a stain on the carpet in one of the bedrooms, which looks like a drinks spill and we will get this removed with our carpet cleaner, again had this been identified during your stay we would have addressed it for you immediately. Property Owner
Maura August 2022

“Beech cottage was finished to a very high quality.”

It was a beautiful property and all the family, 6 adults and 2 grandchildren, were exceptionally pleased with the accommodation. The play area outside the cottage was smaller than expected but the children made friends with others in nearby cottages and all had great fun. The only downside was the over the bath shower in the downstairs bedroom which meant that my husband found showering extremely difficult but in fairness to the owners the bedroom was not advertised as an accessible room. Otherwise this was a wonderful break and an opportunity to make memories with our whole family.

- Maura, August 2022
Juliette August 2022

“Beautiful house, comfy beds and well equipped with everything you need.”

Lovely views over the countryside from the hot tub. Located in a fabulous part of the country with so many things to do in the area..We had a fantastic family holiday. Would definitely recommend.Thank you.

- Juliette, August 2022
Lynn July 2022

“The cottage was perfect for our stay with 6 adults and 2 children.”

It was very clean, had comfortable beds, en suite facilities were ideal, kitchen equipment was very good. Location was good with only a short drive into Bowness. We would definitely return to this cottage in the future.

- Lynn, July 2022
Charlene June 2022

“Great cottage in lovely grounds.”

We had a fantastic holiday for my daughter's 13th birthday. Would definitely return and will recommend to family and friends.

- Charlene, June 2022
Tanya April 2022

“We had 10 adults in this cottage & sleeping”

- Tanya, April 2022
Helen February 2022

“Beautiful cottage, great location and views”

- Helen, February 2022
Amelia February 2022

“This is our 3rd visit to Oakes cottages and we have again had a lovely holiday.”

The cottages are really clean, comfortable lots of space and set in beautiful woodland surroundings. Bowness is a 20 minute walk or 5 minutes drive away. The team are friendly and helpful, any enquiries or a general chat the staff team are happy to offer help and advice. The hot tub is perfect after a busy day visiting places in lakes, and the log burner kept us really warm in the evenings. I would definitely recommend staying here and hopefully we will be able to visit again soon.

- Amelia, February 2022
Graham January 2022

“Fantastic week staff were helpful and friendly would book again”

- Graham, January 2022
Ian December 2021

“This is a lovely facility and well kitted out.”

The welcome pack was a nice touch too. The only issue was the oven. It might need servicing as it didn’t function well and didn’t reach the temperature it was set to. Often we were cooking much longer than ordinarily needed. It didn’t detract from our stay too much but was v frustrating. We would stay again. Thankyou

- Ian, December 2021
Sarah December 2021

“Fabulous cottage rooms were lovely cleanliness was first rate.”

Everything there to make a perfect family christmas loved the christmas tree and welcome pack very thoughtful had a fabulous stay

- Sarah, December 2021
Nancy October 2021

“Beech is a lovely, comfortable, clean and well equipped holiday home.”

We enjoyed the hot tub immensely. Would recommend the house.

- Nancy, October 2021
Julie September 2021

“We had a fantastic time, the cottage was lovely and just in the right place.”

Spent the days walking then relaxing in the hot tub in the evenings. Was great to spend a week away with friends.

- Julie, September 2021
Roland August 2021

“Radiators need balancing and bleeding some hot some cold also wi-fi keeps dropping off”

- Roland, August 2021
N October 2020

“The cottage was fantastic and had everything you could ask for and more.”

Great location and customer service was spot on from start to finish.

- N, October 2020
David September 2020

“We stayed here from 18/9/2020 - 21/09/2020.”

We could not fault this and a short walk to the lake was a bonus ,would stay here again no problem.

- David, September 2020
Janet August 2020

“A wonderful well equipped cottage with hot tub and open views from the lounge.”

Lovely and clean, we would definitely book again.

- Janet, August 2020
Michael August 2020

“We Had a fantastic stay.”

The house was in a lovely location with walks direct from the door. Other activities were available nearby. We ordered several of the food boxes which were waiting for us on our arrival which were very good and soon disappeared!! We would love to return and highly recommend this cottage.

- Michael, August 2020
David February 2020

“All of us had an amazing time it was a home it didn’t feel like someone else’s cottage the comfort was amazing even the staff member who kept refilling the hot tub we got in before he removed the hose and he checked on us making sure the hot tub was okay and then even when the snow landed on the Monday he even wished us a safe journey the cottage has everything you could want, and from the information we were supplied they do cater for any needs that you put out there overall 5* place and only a 5 minute drive to Windermere great views from the windows!”

- David, February 2020
Andrew November 2019

“A superb lodge in beautiful settings.”

- Andrew, November 2019
Peter November 2019

“One or two housekeeping issues on arrival but excellent break - all of the party ...”

One or two housekeeping issues on arrival but excellent break - all of the party really enjoyed it - second time there and will book again

- Peter, November 2019
Ashley September 2019

“The cottage was spotless and the staff were extremely friendly and not worried about us playing a bit of music.”

The views were outstanding and in such a good location. Will definitly be coming back.

- Ashley, September 2019
Phil August 2019

“Thoroughly enjoyed our week at Beech cottage to celebrate my wife’s 60th Birthday, our concerns about being large enough to accommodate a family of 10 were unfounded as there was more than enough space both inside and out to give everyone their own space whenever needed.”

The location was fantastic, just far enough out of town for peace and quiet but great exercise for the walk up and down into Bowness enjoying the beautiful countryside on the way. The beds were all so comfy and the bathrooms were all of a very good standard with brilliant showers . We had a wide variety of wildlife at the cottage including Red Deer, which the children loved to see. All in all a fabulous holiday and will definitely return in future .

- Phil, August 2019
Zeynah June 2019

“Lovely place to stayy, friendly people, very good experince would recommend”

- Zeynah, June 2019
Christine June 2019

“Beautiful cottage and location.”

Cottage was stunning with every little detail completed. Location was peaceful and views were lovely. Having the hot tub was a bonus.

- Christine, June 2019
Stephen May 2019

“Property was clean and modern everything as expected.”

Only thing I would have liked to see is a play area for children.

- Stephen, May 2019
David May 2019

“Located in a beautiful area close to a selection of excellent walks.”

Would recommend the Mason's Arms, Strawberry Bank for a relaxing evening meal.

- David, May 2019
Liz April 2019

“The cottage (Beech) was excellent, with a beautiful view.”

I don't think the other cottages on the site had such a good view, however. The cottage was well equipped and they provided plenty of wood for the burner. There were 7 of us for the Easter break and we had plenty of room. The site felt pleasant and relaxing.

- Liz, April 2019
Isobel March 2019

“This accommodation was perfect in every way for our family gathering to celebrate a 21st birthday.”

Would definitely recommend it to others.

- Isobel, March 2019
Lyndsay February 2019

“We had a lovely stay for my husbands 40th birthday with friends.”

Everything we needed was provided even down to plastic glssses to use in the hot tub. We had a lovely weekend.

- Lyndsay, February 2019
Joanne November 2018

“We were extremely happy with the property in general however there were problems with the boiler which meant we had no hot water on the Saturday which meant 8 people either had to have a cold shower or none at all.”

We did report it and the owner came round on the Saturday afternoon and sorted the pressure but as soon as we turned the shower on in the evening it went off again. Unfortunately by the time she could get round again it was too late as we had to be out for a restaurant reservation. This was really disappointing and inconvenient especially due to the amount of money we paid. We are looking for some kind of reimbursement for the inconvenience?

- Joanne, November 2018
Emma October 2018

“An excellent location, beautiful views and lovely holiday home.”

It would have been great if a few more kitchen items were there (foil, cling film, perhaps a little welcome pack of bread, milk, wine) as lots of rentals now offer this. It can be hard to guess what will and wont be provided. Now the weather is getting a bit chilly and because we had small children in our party, it woul have been preferable to be able to control the heating ourselves instead of call the owners. We had a fab time in the lakes and will definitely be back!

- Emma, October 2018
Jacquelyn September 2018

“Fabulous place!”

Location great and facilities even better. Everything we needed was there and more. Found a great local taxi service to get in and out of Bowness easily. Overall a great stay and we’ll be back!

- Jacquelyn, September 2018
Jayne August 2018

“The cottage was amazing,equiped with everything that was needed for our holiday it was a shame to go out ,we could have easily stayed in it was so cosy.”

Stunning views even had a visit from a deer and numerous squirrels. We loved it !!!

- Jayne, August 2018
Sandra June 2018

“Great accommodation but a little pricey.”

Fantastic week in the Lakes with fabulous views and location.

- Sandra, June 2018
Victoria June 2018

“There was no handwash in any bathroom or kitchen, have not known this in a holiday let before.”

Surely this is basic hygiene we were all disappointed this basic thing had not been provided. A lot of the mugs were chipped. No tongs.

- Victoria, June 2018
Karen April 2018

“I could not a find a single fault.”

Everything was perfect. Will definitely be returning.

- Karen, April 2018
K April 2018

“Lovely cottage.”

- K, April 2018
Steve February 2018

“Excellent condition cottage, photos didn't do it full justice, everything excellent.”

- Steve, February 2018

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Summary

Five bedrooms: 1 x ground floor king-size double (zip/link, can be twin on request) with en-suite bath, shower over, basin and WC, 2 x king-size double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 2 x king-size double (zip/link can be twin on request)
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
Ground floor basin and WC
Kitchen with dining area and separate utility
Sitting room with woodburning stove.
LPG central heating with woodburning stove
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, Smart TV with Freeview and soundbar, WiFi
Fuel, power and starter pack for stove inc. in rent
Additional logs are available on site at a small cost
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
One Cot and highchair in the property - more available on request through the guest book
Allocated parking for 2 cars approx 20 yards away
Additional parking available at main car park approx 150 yards away
Undercover lockable bike rack
Decked area, with furniture and hot tub
Use of communal on-site open fields and woodlands
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Nearest shop 1.3 miles, pub 1 mile
Note: Check-in 5pm
Note: Site facilities include community library of books and games available free of charge at site office
Pay as you go EV chargers are available to all guests on the estate, they are located in the overflow car park
Please note: Saturday and Sunday check in is only allowed with the owner's advance permission, If you would like to check in on these days, please contact Sykes to enquire

The property

Beech is a premier Lakeland cottage with a hot tub is set on a high promontory on the edge Bowness-on-Windermere, and can sleep ten people in five bedrooms.

There is a ground floor zip/link king-size double bedroom with en-suite, two king-size double with en-suite and two zip/link king-size double on the first floor, together with a family bathroom.

The rest of this property contains a kitchen with dining area, utility and a sitting room with woodburning stove.

To the outside there is ample parking in a private car park and a natural garden with decked area, furniture and hot tub.

Beech offers families and friends a luxury retreat in the wonderful Lake District.

Note: This property can be booked with Refs. 942516, 942517, 951726, 951728, 951729, 958713, 942045, 1019286, and 951730, sleeping together up to 100 guests.

The Oaks Estate

The Oaks Estate are a unique collection of ten beautifully refurbished properties nestled in six acres of enchanting woodland just a mile from the vibrant lakeside town of Bowness-on-Windermere. Perfect for group getaways, family holidays, or romantic escapes, each cottage is equipped with a private hot tub, perfect for unwinding under the stars, and EV chargers for added convenience. All properties have been thoughtfully designed with comfort and quality in mind, featuring stylish interiors, open-plan living areas, and inviting woodburning stoves that create a warm, homely atmosphere year-round. Whether you're soaking in the hot tub, exploring the nearby trails, or enjoying a lakeside cruise on Windermere, The Oaks Estate makes a great gateway to the beauty of the Lake District. The charming town of Bowness offers a delightful mix of restaurants, bars, and boutique shops, while outdoor enthusiasts will love the proximity to walking routes including Brant Fell, Scafell Pike, and the Crinkle Crags. Golfers can tee off next door at Windermere Golf Club, where the views are as rewarding as the game itself. Whether you're seeking adventure or relaxation, The Oaks Estate provides the perfect setting for unforgettable memories in every season.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250.

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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 less than two miles away, and the historic villages of Grasmere, Ambleside and Troutbeck are a short drive away. There are 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.

Note: Check-in 5pm

Note: No stag/hen or similar

Note: Due to the rural nature of the surroundings and the proximity of the cottages to one another, Woodland Cottages operates a noise policy for the benefit of our visitors. Guests are required to vacate outside areas by 11pm each night and keep internal noise to a minimum in consideration of your neighbours.

This property offers the following short breaks:

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Reviews & Ratings

“We stayed at woodland cottages for a long weekend for my husbands 60th, along with our children and grandchildren and my mum.”

“We were a group of 9 family & friends celebrating 2 65th birthdays.”

“We really loved Beech Cottage.”

“Beautiful cottage and really well stocked the ducks visiting us every day was a bonus”

“The location was convenient and Windermere, easily accessible, adding to the overall positive experience.”

“Had a family gathering so used two houses.”

“Couldn't ask for more.”

“Loved our stay at the lodge, we've been many times before and we will be back again soon.”

“Beautiful cottage, easy walk to town with other low level walking accessible from the grounds”

“We had a pleasant stay, but aspects of the cottage were quite 'tired.”

“Excellent property, everything we wanted for a wonderful break.”

“We had a wonderful family holiday at Beech - Woodland Cottages.”

“All guests were happy with their holiday our party all over sixty so walk into centre was a bit of challenge but done us good, definitely book woodland cottages again.”

“We found this a perfect holiday destination, the stunning views every morning were a joy, to sit there with a morning cuppa.”

“Had a wonderful week blessed with good weather.”

“A lovely, quiet place to stay!”

“We had a wonderful stay at Beech Cottage, the cottage itself was very comfortable and cosy with the fire.”

“Loved our stay, 4 out of 5 stars.”

“The property had everything we needed, we all had a wonderful time and made memories that we will treasure.”

“Lovely cottage - well appointed kitchen and comfy beds.”

“A lovely, quiet, comfortable cottage with a glorious outlook from the large picture window, suitable for a multi-generational family holiday.”

“Beautiful place to stay with family.”

“We had a lovely stay at Beech Woodland.”

“Overall we have a lovely stay.”

“The photos on the website didn’t do it justice!”

“Great accommodation, this was my 2nd time to this cottage.”

“We have just spent the weekend in Beech cottage as a group of 10 friends and it was the perfect accommodation.”

“We enjoyed our stay.”

“Beech cottage has it all literally.”

“Fantastic cottage.”

“Lovely lodge in need of some TLC , inside carpets were dirty in bedrooms and under cushions of sofa were very dirty with bits of crisps n debris from previous guests .”

“Beech cottage was finished to a very high quality.”

“Beautiful house, comfy beds and well equipped with everything you need.”

“The cottage was perfect for our stay with 6 adults and 2 children.”

“Great cottage in lovely grounds.”

“We had 10 adults in this cottage & sleeping”

“Beautiful cottage, great location and views”

“This is our 3rd visit to Oakes cottages and we have again had a lovely holiday.”

“Fantastic week staff were helpful and friendly would book again”

“This is a lovely facility and well kitted out.”

“Fabulous cottage rooms were lovely cleanliness was first rate.”

“Beech is a lovely, comfortable, clean and well equipped holiday home.”

“We had a fantastic time, the cottage was lovely and just in the right place.”

“Radiators need balancing and bleeding some hot some cold also wi-fi keeps dropping off”

“The cottage was fantastic and had everything you could ask for and more.”

“We stayed here from 18/9/2020 - 21/09/2020.”

“A wonderful well equipped cottage with hot tub and open views from the lounge.”

“We Had a fantastic stay.”

“A superb lodge in beautiful settings.”

“One or two housekeeping issues on arrival but excellent break - all of the party ...”

“The cottage was spotless and the staff were extremely friendly and not worried about us playing a bit of music.”

“Thoroughly enjoyed our week at Beech cottage to celebrate my wife’s 60th Birthday, our concerns about being large enough to accommodate a family of 10 were unfounded as there was more than enough space both inside and out to give everyone their own space whenever needed.”

“Lovely place to stayy, friendly people, very good experince would recommend”

“Beautiful cottage and location.”

“Property was clean and modern everything as expected.”

“Located in a beautiful area close to a selection of excellent walks.”

“The cottage (Beech) was excellent, with a beautiful view.”

“This accommodation was perfect in every way for our family gathering to celebrate a 21st birthday.”

“We had a lovely stay for my husbands 40th birthday with friends.”

“We were extremely happy with the property in general however there were problems with the boiler which meant we had no hot water on the Saturday which meant 8 people either had to have a cold shower or none at all.”

“An excellent location, beautiful views and lovely holiday home.”

“Fabulous place!”

“The cottage was amazing,equiped with everything that was needed for our holiday it was a shame to go out ,we could have easily stayed in it was so cosy.”

“Great accommodation but a little pricey.”

“There was no handwash in any bathroom or kitchen, have not known this in a holiday let before.”

“I could not a find a single fault.”

“Lovely cottage.”