Secure your holiday for £20. Limited availability, could end at any time.
All available departures from 23/01/24. Selected properties only.T&Cs apply
Icon/Navigation/Chevron/Left Back to search

Fairhaven

Bowness, Cumbria & The Lake District (Ref. 1041549)

4.7

Lakelovers rating Tourist Board ratings icon Tourist Board ratings icon Tourist Board ratings icon Tourist Board ratings icon

  • 6 Guests

  • 3 Bedrooms

  • 2 Bathrooms

  • Pets No

  • Show on map

Features

  • Off road parking
  • Garden / Patio
  • Cot available
  • Highchair 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

Group 2 Created with Sketch.

27 Customer Review(s)

  • Amy

    “Positives were many: location, cleanliness, space, lovely little garden and well equipped kitchen.”

    Negatives were bath towels very small, mattresses not very comfortable and the bed linen smelled faintly of cigarettes but it was still an enjoyable stay.

    Negatives were bath towels very small, mattresses not very comfortable and the bed linen smelled faintly of cigarettes but it was still an enjoyable stay.

    - Amy, March 2024

    Thank you for staying at Fairhaven for 3 nights. I am sorry that you found the bath towels small but we have provided the same size for around 20 years and this is the first such comment. The Mattresses on the single beds were new 2 years ago and those on the king size beds and also the divans, were new in September 2023. They were all very expensive and are down to personal choice. We believe that medium to firm suits most people and we slept on them only 2 weeks before your visit and find them very comfortable. The cigarette smell of course should not have been present as we are a "no smoking" property and our house-keeper does not smoke, so that is a mystery. We do not smoke either and there was no sign of this when we stayed for maintenance. We take a lot of pride in keeping Fairhaven tip-top which is why the last 12 months have given us 46 bookings of which 15 were "come-backers" I am pleased that your stay was enjoyable. Property Owner

Summary

  • Over 2 floors
  • 3 x bedrooms; 2 x king size, 1 x twin bedroom
  • house bathroom and additional shower room
  • Lounge
  • Kitchen
  • dining room
  • Garden
  • Furnished patio
  • Private parking
  • Gas central heatin
  • Living flame gas fire
  • Seasonal lake glimpses
  • Electric oven & hob
  • Dishwasher & microwave
  • Fridge & freezer
  • Washing machine and tumble dryer
  • Short stroll to village & lake
  • Enclosed garden with furniture
  • Two private parking spaces on drive
  • Bed linen and towels provided
  • Cot and highchair provided (guests need to bring own cot linen)

The property

Fairhaven is superbly positioned in the most enviable setting for your perfect holiday, the customer reviews on-line and in the visitors book say it all. Peacefully situated just above Bowness village, away from noise and traffic but only a stroll to the local shops, attractions and the stunning shores of Lake Windermere. The best of both worlds! Fairhaven is truly loved by its owners who have created a well-equipped and most comfortable holiday home. When not out exploring, spread out on the comfy sofas and relax in the superb large lounge. A 40in wide-screen digital TV and free Wi-Fi connection will keep the family entertained. Enjoy dining in or eat out on the furnished patio watching the great variety of birds who visit Fairhaven's garden. == Accommodation in detail Driveway parking for two or three cars. Entrance hall with spacious cloaks cupboard leads to the superb lounge overlooking the front garden. The kitchen and separate dining room (with games cupboard and bookcase) both overlook and have access to the rear garden. There is an additional shower room/wc with washbasin. Upstairs to two king-size bedrooms (with TVs) and one twin. The large main bathroom has a washbasin, wc, bath and a double-sized shower. There are seasonal glimpses of Lake Windermere from two bedrooms and the landing windows. Double BikeRack provided. Location A holiday home in Bowness places you in the Lake District's most vibrant tourist destination, but thanks to Fairhaven's peaceful location you'll never tire of crowds. This contemporary Bowness cottage lies on the way out of the village, towards Windermere Golf Club and with renowned Lake District walks such as Brantfell beginning on the doorstep. For a family holiday in the Lake District, or a fun-filled friendly gathering, Bowness is the ideal choice. On the shores of Lake Windermere the village bustles with activity, with family attractions in Bowness Bay, hire boats, Windermere Lake Cruises and a wealth of shops, Lake District restaurants and even trendy bars. The village has the Royalty Cinema and Old Laundry Theatre for evening or rainy day entertainment, and also is home to the famous World of Beatrix Potter attraction. Lake District bus tours depart from the village, providing a great opportunity to explore if you'd prefer not to use the car during your stay. For touring the wider Lake District, your Bowness accommodation is conveniently placed off the A591 - the famously scenic road leading you south to Lakeside and Ulverston, or north to Windermere village, Troutbeck, Ambleside, Rydal Water and historic Grasmere.

Travel cot and highchair available at property, guests need to provide own cot linen

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

View on map

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