Greystones

About this property

Sitting in an ideal location within the tourist hub of Bowness-on-Windermere is this mid-terraced Edwardian property, Greystones. Resting within walking distance of the excitement of the village, this delightful Lake District cottage is a popular year-round destination for families and couples alike. A snug sitting room awaits your return after a day of exploring the nearby attractions, complete with a mixture of pretty pastels and neutrals bringing character to the room, plus two sofas and a woodburning stove to take comfort beside. Wander into the contemporary kitchen to find a stylish space to prepare your meals, equipped with a handy selection of appliances, cooking utensils and crockery to assist you throughout your stay. Underfloor heating in this room makes for a great homely feel. Serve your home-cooked meals in the charming dining room with seating for four, offering the perfect opportunity to toast to a magnificent Lake District holiday. As you look get some rest, upstairs there are two wonderfully presented bedrooms, including a double at the front with brass bedstead and a twin room to be occupied by children. A spotless family bathroom with underfloor heating, hand basin, WC, P-shaped bath and shower over, is also located on this floor. The pretty courtyard rests at the rear of the property, perfect for those outdoor lunches before embarking on a scenic walk from the door. A short stroll will bring you to the shops and a bit further down the hill, The World of Beatrix Potter and the picturesque Bowness Bay with its steamer pier and boat hire. What better way to explore the Lake District than on board of fabulous steamer, providing opportunity to capture the secluded bays, wooded forests and dramatic fells that make up the Lakelands? This convenient location of Bowness-on-Windermere makes this a bustling tourist village, offering plenty of choice of pubs and restaurants. Originally a small fishing village, Bowness has grown to provide visitors with all manner of amenities and sights. Take yourself further into the National Park and uncover the natural scenery at Kendal, Ullswater and Coniston. Relish a family escape to Cumbria at Greystones.

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.

Accommodation

Three-storey cottage.

Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin.

Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.

Second-floor cloakroom with basin and WC.

Kitchen.

Dining room.

Sitting room with woodburning stove

Gas central heating with woodburning stove.

Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with DVD player, WiFi.

Underfloor heating in kitchen and bathroom.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Off-road parking for one car.

Secure bike storage.

Courtyard with seating.

Sorry, no pets and no smoking.

Access to garage via back lane.