Greenbank Cottage | Bowness-on-windermere | Greenbank Fm | The Lake District And Cumbria

4.4★

6 Guests
3 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor accommodation
Ground floor bedroom
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

36 Customer Review(s)

Neil
Dec 2023

“The property was fantastic, great location, handy for several pubs (the brown horse was excellent) and close to Bowness for takeaway.”

The garden and the woods were fantastic and really handy for an evening run with the dog.

The garden and the woods were fantastic and really handy for an evening run with the dog.

- Neil, Dec 2023
Theresa November 2023

“We found the kitchen and bathroom to be well appointed and the beds were very comfortable.”

The house was clean and tidy. Access to the woods was great, the dog absolutely loved her walks there. It was lovely to see the birds feasting through the lounge and kitchen windows. It was a great location for sightseeing. The only downside was when we arrived at the property. Unfortunately the house was freezing cold which was not a warm welcome at all. The storage heaters didn’t come on until the following day and the house only became warm on the day we left. The storage heaters in the downstairs bedroom did not work until the last day so we spent two very cold nights there and had to find an additional quilt to stay warm.

- Theresa, November 2023

Thank you for your feedback. We are sorry to hear about all the issues you encountered at the property, unfortunately we weren't aware of any of the issues you had as we could have resolved them to make your stay more comfortable. We are glad that you were still able to enjoy the property and all that the area has to offer. Lakelovers Owner Team Property Owner
Callum November 2023

“Invasive and rude owners entered the garden and peered through the windows at us, without even introducing themselves, no way to treat paying guests.”

We left early as we felt unsafe with this intrusion.

- Callum, November 2023

Thank you for providing this feedback. We understand that the owner approached you to request you stop charging your car off their electricity. This property is not suitable for EV charging and has not been risk assessed for this purpose. Unfortunately, as you did not contact us about this during your stay we were unable to assist to make your holiday more comfortable. Lakelovers Owner Relations Team We are sorry you felt that we intruded but we had made several attempts to speak to you to ask you to refrain from charging your car through the front window which you had left open, but you refused to answer the door leaving us with no option than to attract your attention by calling round the back. We were neither rude or invasive at any point. We are also surprised at your review scores as the comment you left in the visitors book said you enjoyed your stay and found the property to be "warm and comfortable" with "great countryside for fantastic walks". We can only assume that you have deliberately scored the cottage low in every capacity as retaliation for asking you to stop charging your car - yet the terms and conditions regarding electric car charging are clearly set out on the booking agent website. Property Owner
Barbara November 2023

“A long treck through two rooms to toilet/shower room from downstairs bedroom.”

The shower room is cold and the towel rail does not work all of the time. Shower is difficult to control scalding/cold when bolt is engaged no means of opening door from outside. With toddlers constant concern as outside doors cannot be secured from inside and there is direct access to main road from front door this could easily be remedied by fitting Chubb locks at a raised height coffee machine/iron and board/clothes airer would have been welcome chairs too low/large to eat comfortably at table does not seat 6 adults comfortably. For the price had much better value at other properties ideal location for dogs/walking. On holiday a dishwasher is a big miss. Found downstairs bedroom to be damp. Windows running with condensation and black mold along glass edges. We have come away with coughs/cold. Owners were helpful with spare key and step ladders when needed. No supply of rubbish bags provided or info on rubbish/recycling. If the lounge/kitche/dining had been incorporated into the downstairs bedroom and then the bedroom moved to rear with en suit and separate loo would have a better flow. It is a lovely spot just no where to walk with push chair

- Barbara, November 2023

Thanks for the feedback. May we take the opportunity to address some of the points you have raised; The shower room heater is on a timer which can be altered. The shower works perfectly when operated correctly and we have tested today. The front door locks are in compliance with fire safety regulations and must be operated internally by a key less mechanism so that escape in the event of a fire is possible without hindrance. Young children should of course be supervised. All information about recycling and operation of the downstairs shower is in the house guide book provided and we make contact to make sure everything is fine, at which point you did not mention any concerns. As you know, we were very happy to supply you with everything you required e.g. step ladders, and could have helped with the ironing board / airier if requested. The dining chairs and table are of a standard size / height. Sadly, on your departure we found all the chairs to be stained and filthy and one broken such that they will have to be replaced. We would also appreciate being told about breakages such as glasses etc so that replacements can be made for the following guests. Unfortunately the countryside is not known for having pavements for push chairs. It is disappointing to hear so many failings when we consistently receive very positive comments from people who appreciate everything Greenbank has to offer. Property Owner
Ann September 2023

“Greenbank cottage is fantastic for your dogs as the garden is truly enclosed and secure.”

We enjoyed leaving the kitchen door open for them to come and go. Our only concern was the cream carpet in the lounge but we'd brought waterproof throws that covered it to prevent any inadvertent paw marks. The downstairs shower room is luxurious with plenty of room and storage. The cottage was warm and kitchen had everything we needed for cooking. Its quite remote so definitely need a car. The only down side to the area is the lack of pavements for taking the dogs for a walk before bed. They made up by having more daytime walks and using the garden at night. Over all a great stay.

- Ann, September 2023

Thank you for your feedback. We are very happy that you and the dogs enjoyed the cottage and the garden and had a lovely stay. You are right about the need for a car as there is limited public transport to the cottage even though we are on the main Lyth Valley road. On the positive side there are plenty of footpaths immediately from the back gate giving miles of walking usually without seeing another person! Property Owner
Lynne September 2023

“We had a lovely stay at the property and really enjoyed the garden and the woods.”

We were able to have some lovely off leash dog walks in the private woodland. It's a peaceful spot and an excellent base for visiting various places in the area. Whilst the property and grounds were very good, there are a few matters that could be addressed: The ceiling light in the lounge doesn't work and the table lamps do not give adequate lighting to the room. The downstairs toilet seat needs fixing. The shower in the downstairs bathroom is very temperamental. The heating in the property was on minimum, which for us was OK. However, we were surprised at the level of condensation on the inside of windows especially in the bedroom and lounge.

- Lynne, September 2023

Thanks for the feedback and letting us know about the items which need attention. We will address them as soon as possible. We are pleased you enjoyed the woods with your dog and the local area. Property Owner
Ivan September 2023

“This really is a lovely holiday cottage just a five minute drive from the shores of lake Windermere.”

Very clean and spacious accommodation with everything we needed for a restful and peaceful holiday. The enclosed garden is absolutely enclosed and safe for our two small dogs to run around freely and safely, the private woodland is also completely enclosed, again for the dogs to run on their own. If you are looking for holiday accommodation in the Lakes that is hard to better then "Greenbank Cottage" should be the place of choice. We had a wonderful holiday and hope that others will too. Many thanks to the owners for making it available

- Ivan, September 2023

Thank you very much for the feedback. We are so pleased you enjoyed your stay at Greenbank and were able to make the most of the grounds and the location for a relaxing holiday. We look forward to seeing you again sometime in the future. Property Owner
Jean and Andrew Aug 2023

“Very enjoyable thanks!”

Great walking. Great garden for dogs enjoyed seeing birds feeding. Motor museum very worth a visit. Brown horse is best for food!

- Jean and Andrew, Aug 2023
Suzanne, Patrick, Joseph and Oliver Aug 2023

“A wonderful relaxing week in the beautiful Lake District, the walk to Hellevlyn was the highlight, with wonderful views.”

Enjoyed the garden and watching the birds from the window. Would love to return next year.

- Suzanne, Patrick, Joseph and Oliver, Aug 2023
Neal July 2023

“An absolute gem of a cottage that gave us the most comfortable relaxing stay.”

- Neal, July 2023

Thank you for taking the time to leave such lovely feedback. We are very pleased you enjoyed your stay and look forward to welcoming you back to Greenbank in the future. Property Owner
Gemma July 2023

“Clean, cosy, well equipped and beautiful accommodation.”

Some lovely personal touches, bird feeders stocked, fire prepped, flowers biscuits and Prosecco ready for our enjoyment. Fantastic location with enclosed well maintained gardens and our own woodland, what’s not to love about Greenbank Cottage. Hot water, clean bedding and towels at the plenty. Good Wi-Fi and smart TV, everyone was happy, adults, teens and fur babies.

- Gemma, July 2023

Thanks for you lovely comments So glad you enjoyed your holiday here and we look forward to welcoming you again next year Property Owner
Andrew June 2023

“The setting and location of the cottage was brilliant seeing all types of wildlife including the local woodpecker.”

Being so close to Lake Windermere was a huge benefit. On arrival we were informed the hoover had broken however the replacement didn't arrive until the second to last day. The kitchen was lovely however we did find it lacked decent sized saucepan and frying pans considering the cottage sleeps 6. Unless you sit outside the dinning table was also on the snug side for us 4 let alone having a larger party. The bathroom down stairs had recently been refitted and the shower was a great addition. The bedrooms were comfortable and relaxing. Thank you for a lovely stays in the lakes.

- Andrew, June 2023

Thank you for your feedback. Our apologies for the delayed delivery of the hoover. We are glad that you were able to enjoy the local wildlife and had a relaxing stay at the property. Lakelovers Owner Relations Property Owner
Deborah April 2023

“This is a beautiful cottage with beautifully appointed rooms and grounds.”

The kitchen is beautiful and has everything you need. The forest at the back of cottage is ideal for dogs and kids the garden is very safe too. Our only gripe would be that the gorgeous down stairs bathroom was too cold to use, the towel heater did not warm such a large space . We had a wonderful week visiting other places in the lakes and the cottage location was well positioned for exploring . We loved our stay .

- Deborah, April 2023

Thank you for taking the time to post feedback. We are sorry to hear that you found the bathroom too cold to use. We would have been happy to provide an additional heater if you had mentioned it. We are glad that didn't spoil your stay though and that you had a lovely time exploring the area. Property Owner
Laura March 2023

“Had a fantastic time at Greenbank Cottage.”

Owners, and their beautiful border collie, extremely helpful and friendly from start to finish of our holiday. The cottage is a real home from home and has everything you could possibly need and a lovely log fire! Beautifully furnished throughout. Our 2 dogs thought they were in Heaven with the garden and woods to run around in. Would definitely recommend and really look forward to staying there again.

- Laura, March 2023

Thanks Laura for your kind feedback We look forward to welcoming you all again Property Owner
Sheila March 2023

“Great location for the South Lakes area: good road connections yet very quiet and peaceful spot.”

The garden and private woodland are a real bonus: lots of birdlife. The windows are placed to maximise light and views. The house was very comfortable for our party of 3 adults and 2 small dogs. Comfortable beds in spacious bedrooms; small but well equipped kitchen; very good wood burner phone n living room, which was very welcome on chilly March nights. Downstairs shower room nicely done out although would benefit from additional heating (there’s a heated towel rail).

- Sheila, March 2023

Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback and we are glad you enjoyed your stay at Greenbank cottage Property Owner
Lindsey February 2023

“A lovely, comfortable house.”

Spacious bedrooms, a cosy lounge with a log burning fire. Very clean throughout. Lovely views of the woods. Large, enclosed garden. The bird feeders kept us entertained and we enjoyed the visits from the Woodpecker. There was plenty of parking at the house, which was in a good location for both Bowness and Kendal. Good pubs nearby, serving lovely food.

- Lindsey, February 2023

Thank you for your lovely feedback and I hope you all got home OK. We are very pleased you enjoyed your stay at Greenbank Cottage and look forward to seeing you again in the future. Property Owner
Paul January 2023

“A great cottage with excellent garden and woodland.”

I would recommend for a family spring holiday.

- Paul, January 2023

Thanks for taking the time to leave your feedback, it is much appreciated. We are glad you enjoyed your time here and look forward to seeing you again sometime. Property Owner
Joanna January 2023

“Greenbank is a lovely cottage in a fantastic location.”

The garden and woodland are perfect and a lot of thought and consideration has gone into this. Would definitely recommend anyone to stay here.

- Joanna, January 2023

Thank you very much for taking the time to leave such lovely feedback. We are very pleased you enjoyed your stay at Greenbank and all it has to offer. We look forward to welcoming you back at some time in the future. Property Owner
Jane October 2022

“We had a lovely week at Greenbank Cottage, 5 adults, a baby and a dog.”

The cottage had everything we needed for a really comfortable stay. The setting is perfect, quiet and relaxing but close to everything the Lake District has to offer and the dog loved the woodland walk behind the cottage.

- Jane, October 2022

Thank you very much for taking time to leave feedback, it's much appreciated. We are very pleased that you enjoyed your stay, and all the cottage and surrounding area has to offer. We look forward to welcoming you back should you wish to return at some time in the future. Property Owner
Gregory September 2022

“This was our second stay at this beautiful property.”

Would recommend

- Gregory, September 2022

Hi, thank you for coming back to Greenbank Cottage and taking time to leave feedback, it’s much appreciated. We look forward to welcoming you back again sometime. Property Owner
Laura August 2022

“Disappointed normally have a fantastic place through Sykes this was ok!”

Should really be a 4/5 person the dining table is far to small to seat 5 people comfortably! and the zip link upstairs felt like two singles pushed together with a sheet on top. We found the place cold and the water pressure terrible it was very hard to shower but if you wanted a bath it was a long wait for the water to heat up. The beds were comfortable. We found it hard with one available small cupboard to put our food away . The welcome pack on arrival was a nice touch but found it very odd that the owner didn’t welcome us or check everything was ok when they were walking past our cottage. The location was lovely but we will be looking for somewhere else in the lakes next year.

- Laura, August 2022

Thanks for your feedback and we would just like to address the points that you felt could have been better. The cottage has been independently assessed by both Sykes and Visit England which resulted in our 4-star award. Most guests really enjoy their time at the cottage and appreciate the peace and tranquillity of the location but being less than 10 minutes from Lake Windermere. They also enjoy the 6-acre secluded private woodland that we make freely availably to allow a completely relaxing get away from it all break. You mention a couple of points such as the water pressure. Like many cottages in the countryside, water is either fed from natural springs or bore holes. We have recently installed additional storage and water is supplied at the same pressure as mains water pressure which is perfectly adequate. We also provide guidance as to how to get the best from the shower by the correct setting of controls. As to the beds, you mention they were comfortable but criticise the zip and link feature. Again, this is clearly mentioned to guests, and we give an option for two of the bedrooms to be either twin or king configuration, depending on guest preference. They are the same beds used in good quality hotels and many of our guests appreciate the flexibility. It's odd that you found the property cold, as you had the heating on full blast and also an open log fire, in the middle of what can be described as very good summer weather for the lake district! Property Owner
Colin August 2022

“Great cottage in quiet area but close to attractions.”

Lovely and clean with lots of garden and woods to walk through.

- Colin, August 2022

Hi, so glad you enjoyed the cottage and all the surrounding area has to offer. We hope to welcome back to Greenbank again at some point in the future. Property Owner
Natalie August 2022

“The cottage setting is lovely.”

The house itself overall was great. We were a family of 6, my children are adult sizes (20, 18, 15 and 15). The table for eating was far too small for 6 adults. I feel that the owners may have compromised the facilities by putting the third bedroom downstairs. More living space downstairs with the lounge being in the front bedroom and dining room at the back by the kitchen would make the property so much more comfortable but I appreciated this would make it a 2 bedroom rental not three. A dishwasher would have been great and clothes airer to dry clothes on a wet day would have been really helpful. The washer drier machines never work efficiently (in my opinion) and with the price of electricity now an airer or two would be a godsend to families. The showers we not great, trying to get a comfortable setting was a daily challenge - surprisingly for the downstairs one as the bathroom looks fairly new. You were either burning yourself or having a cold shower. Kitchen had all we needed, cooker worked well. Henry the Hoover needs a good clean out as it left a very musky smell after use. Great garden for the dog, great outside seating area, lovely wood to walk around.

- Natalie, August 2022
Angela June 2022

“We had another delightful fortnight at the cottage.”

It is such a cosy place to stay with everything you need to make your stay comfortable and spotlessly clean. The wood is an added delight and watching the birds feed just outside the sitting room kitchen window could keep you entertained all day. We would thoroughly recommend this cottage.

- Angela, June 2022

Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback We are so glad you enjoyed your second visit to the cottage and the area Hopefully see you again very soon Property Owner
Roger May 2022

“An Outstanding Property - by far the best we have ever stayed in.”

No more hotels or Airbnb ever again - this was so much better in every way. The house was immaculate, beautifully furnished and very well equipped - oh and the beds were so comfortable. It was a real home from home and that should say everything. Our dog, Charlie, loved the woodland walk outside the back door and so did we - very much. Go a bit further and you’re connected to some beautiful Moorland walks too. The location is perfect - just far away from the crowds but so secluded and peaceful. The access and parking is a real bonus too - and very important. The nearby pubs were also excellent for drinks and especially food. We needed a quiet relaxing holiday - and wow Greenbank and it’s owners certainly delivered that. Can’t ever thank you enough for all the special memories you gave us - it meant soo much and we will definitely come back if it’s not always fully booked now.. Thankyou can never be enough.

- Roger, May 2022

Thank you for taking the time to write such lovely feedback. We find all feedback useful in helping us create a welcoming and comfortable environment but it's especially gratifying when we hear how much it is appreciated by guests. We look forward to seeing you again sometime! Property Owner
Ronald April 2022

“An excellent house in an excellent location; Ruth, Craig and Bella (the dog), all very friendly and helpful.”

Great walks and cycle rides, on and off road, available right on your doorstep; at least three pubs within walking distance, and the wood was great for Paddy (our dog). Great to sit in the lounge or at kitchen sink and watch the birds visiting the feeders; Blue Tit, Great Tit, Coal Tit, Robin, Nuthatch, Wood Pecker, Chaffinch and House Martins nesting in the eaves. We all had a great time and I sure we'll be back!

- Ronald, April 2022
Peter April 2022

“Charming cottage outside village of Winster, has woodland to explore at the rear and access to public footpaths.”

Tranquil setting ideal for bird lovers. Cottage is cosy and functional and as a party of 6 with 3 generations it suited to have ground floor bedroom but note amazing downstairs bathroom is not ensuite and is a walk through the kitchen. Excellent furnishings and warm welcome from owners made this a super choice for a base to explore the Lakes.

- Peter, April 2022

Thanks for your kind feedback and we are very glad you were comfortable in the cottage and enjoyed your visit to the area. Property Owner
Gemma March 2022

“Gorgeous cottage with everything we could need.”

Brilliant location providing the very best of the lake district. Fun for small children and those with 4 paws!

- Gemma, March 2022

Thank you very much for taking the time to leave feedback. We are so pleased you all enjoyed your holiday exploring all the area has to offer. Property Owner
Mary February 2022

“Green Bank Cottage is in a lovely situation, we enjoyed the surrounding area and the many different birds we spotted in the garden.”

I think the property would be more suitable for four. The bedroom downstairs being made into a lounge and using the existing lounge dining area for a dining room only. So giving guest comfortable room around the dining table. The water pressure was poor, I appreciate the house was spring fed but think there are ways of improving the pressure. The downstairs bathroom was cold and the heating here could not be adjusted. The elderly couple in our party took the downstairs room only to endure the cold bathroom.

- Mary, February 2022

Thank you for taking the time to post feedback. We would have been happy to help with adjusting the bathroom heating or providing an alternative solution if you had mentioned this was an issue when I enquired after your comfort with members of your party. We find many guests appreciate the downstairs bedroom from an accessibility point of view as it enables less mobile visitors to stay and enjoy the area. Property Owner
Derrick December 2021

“Fantastic holiday!”

Home from home. Excellent facilities and great location, perfect private garden and woodland area for the dogs. Would highly recommend.

- Derrick, December 2021

Thank you for your feedback and we are very pleased that you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner
Sheila November 2021

“Good size bedrooms and plenty of storage Duvets on some of the beds too thin ...”

Good size bedrooms and plenty of storage Duvets on some of the beds too thin for this time of year House was quite cold Shower in accessible bathroom didn’t work properly some times and only cold water came out Kitchen well equipped but a more modern hob would have been welcome Dining facilities would have been very tight for 6 people and there was only 4 chairs Loved the access to private woods and the views from the property were stunning The fizz and biscuits were a nice touch

- Sheila, November 2021

Thank you for the feedback. We are sorry you found the house to be cold as the storage heaters do work very effectively and there are additional throws available for extra warmth. There are additional chairs for the dining table located in the bedrooms which can be moved to provide sufficient seating for 6. Our water supply is from a spring so pressure can be variable although any interruption to flow is very short lived. Any other issues should be reported to Lakelovers so that we can investigate any faults that occur as soon as possible. We will take your comments on board and appreciate you taking the time to make them. Property Owner
Wesley November 2021

“A beautiful house tucked away Surrounded by beautiful gardens and forest ...”

A beautiful house tucked away Surrounded by beautiful gardens and forest Spotlessly clean Comfortable and everything you could possibly want it was a little gem definitely recommend for a perfect stay in the Lake District

- Wesley, November 2021
Sheila October 2021

“We hadn't realised there was no gate from the drive to the main road and the dogs ran out.”

- Sheila, October 2021

Thank you for your feedback. Although the garden and woods are completely dog secure the drive does open on to the road to allow ease of access for guests vehicles. Although we are fortunate that the road isn't very busy, the installation of gates is something we are considering as a potential improvement for the future. We are sorry to hear that your dogs ran out but pleased that you enjoyed your stay otherwise. Property Owner
Michael October 2021

“Fantastic property with endless walks literally on your doorstep.”

The owners were fantastic with local pubs serving amazing food within 5 minutes of the property.

- Michael, October 2021

Thank you for your feedback and being such great guests through the terrible weather we had that week! We hope to see you again and that the sun will shine a bit more next time. Property Owner
Angela October 2021

“We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Greenbank Cottage, it was heavenly.”

The accommodation was clean, everything we needed was available, plus an enclosed wood to walk our dog and birds feeding from the feeders to watch from the window. Within five days of arriving we booked to come again next year (in case every visitor had the same idea)! We would highly recommend this property.

- Angela, October 2021
Roslyn September 2021

“Had a wonderful few days in Greenbank Cottage 11-09/ 15-09-2021.”

It was a real home from home with everything you would need available. We had an issue when we first arrived connecting to the internet but was immediately sorted out with one quick phone call and a visit from the daughter next door who was very patient with us as we had 5 items to connect. The internet codes provided in book of instructions had two mistakes but soon sorted. Other than that no issues what so ever and we all found the cottage really comfortable in an idyllic spot, very picturesque and the private woods at the rear of the cottage was a bonus our dog loved his rambles through there. We would highly recommend this cottage.

- Roslyn, September 2021

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Summary

Three bedrooms: 1 x ground-floor king-size (zip/link, can be twin on request), 1 x king-size (zip/link, can be twin on request), 1 x king-size
Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
Kitchen
Living/dining room with woodburning stove
Electrical storage heaters throughout
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and washer/dryer
TV and WiFi
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Off-road parking for 3 cars
Private enclosed lawn
Woodland is for the exclusive use of cottage guests and the residents of the house next door Enclosed rear patio with furniture
Two well behaved pets welcome
No smoking
Shop 3.6 miles, pub 0.8 miles
Please note no stag or hen parties.

The property

Bowness-on-Windermere 3.7 miles. Residing near the peaceful village of Winster near Bowness-on-Windermere is this delightful semi-detached house, Greenbank Cottage. Boasting stunning views of a lush valley within the Lake District National Park and within easy access of an array of walking trails, this is the perfect dwelling for a family of six wanting to escape the hustle and bustle of life. After parking in one of the off-road spaces, be sure to relish your quaint surroundings before making your way inside. The living/dining room is designed for relaxation with ample leather seating available for you to stretch out on with a glass of wine in-hand, as well as a toasty woodburning stove and a TV with satellite, internet connectivity and DVD player. Continue to the kitchen where the foodies will be delighted by a country style fitted kitchen, where you can rustle up those homecooked favourites to be enjoyed by all the family at the close-by dining table. The ground-floor additionally hosts a tastefully furnished king-size bedroom with a bed which is zip/linked for your convenience. The room benefits from access to a contemporary shower room with a spacious shower, perfect for washing off a day of walking. Ascend the stairs to find an additional zip/link king-size and a king-size bed; both rooms have been finished to a very high standard and boast dual aspect views of the gardens and extensive, rural vista below. The first-floor bedrooms share a tastefully-finished bathroom complete with a heated towel-rail, where you can soak up in its fabulous bath whilst you reminisce about the fantastic time you're having. Dine alfresco on the rear patio, before wandering to the idyllic, private lawn or venturing a little further into the seven-acre woodland that backs onto the house, exclusively for Greenbank Cottage guests and next door. The nearby village of Winster is home to a plethora of walking and cycling trails for you to take advantage of, including the Underbarrow & Crosthwaite trail, along with a friendly pub for when you don't feel up to cooking, you are on holiday after all! Travel a little further to Bowness-on-Windermere to find more of your amenities in one setting, with its selection of independent shops and tasty eateries, including the popular Boardwalk Bar & Grill; after dining out, why not go for stroll around the Bowness Bay Marina or play a spot of golf at the local club? Just north of Bowness-on-Windermere is its twin town, Windermere, a place home to even more activities and landmarks, including the beautiful areas of Orrest Head Viewpoint and Adelaide's Hill, and the watersports centres of Hodge Howe and Miller Ground. Spend the day immersed in history in Ambleside, where you can explore the mythical Stock Ghyll Force waterfall, learn of the town's history at the Library & Museum Centre, before viewing the expansive ruins of Ambleside Roman Fort. For a day filled with culture, be sure to venture to Kendal, or further into the Park to find the towns of Cockermouth and Keswick. After making the most of the Lake District's outdoor activities, head west to find the beachfront settlements of St. Bees and Ravenglass. There is so much joy with your loved ones to be had from Greenbank Cottage.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £200.

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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.

Please note: the garden is enclosed on 3 sides with the 4th side opening onto the patio. The patio itself is enclosed with a gate onto the driveway. Guests are responsible for their own dogs and supervising them when out in the garden.

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Reviews & Ratings

“The property was fantastic, great location, handy for several pubs (the brown horse was excellent) and close to Bowness for takeaway.”

“We found the kitchen and bathroom to be well appointed and the beds were very comfortable.”

“Invasive and rude owners entered the garden and peered through the windows at us, without even introducing themselves, no way to treat paying guests.”

“A long treck through two rooms to toilet/shower room from downstairs bedroom.”

“Greenbank cottage is fantastic for your dogs as the garden is truly enclosed and secure.”

“We had a lovely stay at the property and really enjoyed the garden and the woods.”

“This really is a lovely holiday cottage just a five minute drive from the shores of lake Windermere.”

“Very enjoyable thanks!”

“A wonderful relaxing week in the beautiful Lake District, the walk to Hellevlyn was the highlight, with wonderful views.”

“An absolute gem of a cottage that gave us the most comfortable relaxing stay.”

“Clean, cosy, well equipped and beautiful accommodation.”

“The setting and location of the cottage was brilliant seeing all types of wildlife including the local woodpecker.”

“This is a beautiful cottage with beautifully appointed rooms and grounds.”

“Had a fantastic time at Greenbank Cottage.”

“Great location for the South Lakes area: good road connections yet very quiet and peaceful spot.”

“A lovely, comfortable house.”

“A great cottage with excellent garden and woodland.”

“Greenbank is a lovely cottage in a fantastic location.”

“We had a lovely week at Greenbank Cottage, 5 adults, a baby and a dog.”

“This was our second stay at this beautiful property.”

“Disappointed normally have a fantastic place through Sykes this was ok!”

“Great cottage in quiet area but close to attractions.”

“The cottage setting is lovely.”

“We had another delightful fortnight at the cottage.”

“An Outstanding Property - by far the best we have ever stayed in.”

“An excellent house in an excellent location; Ruth, Craig and Bella (the dog), all very friendly and helpful.”

“Charming cottage outside village of Winster, has woodland to explore at the rear and access to public footpaths.”

“Gorgeous cottage with everything we could need.”

“Green Bank Cottage is in a lovely situation, we enjoyed the surrounding area and the many different birds we spotted in the garden.”

“Fantastic holiday!”

“Good size bedrooms and plenty of storage Duvets on some of the beds too thin ...”

“A beautiful house tucked away Surrounded by beautiful gardens and forest ...”

“We hadn't realised there was no gate from the drive to the main road and the dogs ran out.”

“Fantastic property with endless walks literally on your doorstep.”

“We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Greenbank Cottage, it was heavenly.”

“Had a wonderful few days in Greenbank Cottage 11-09/ 15-09-2021.”

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BOWNESS-ON-WINDERMERE