Jaspers Retreat
ID: S281730
- Bedrooms 3
- ・ Sleeps 6
- ・ Pets 3
Snaptrip says
Jaspers Retreat is a well-received holiday home in Bowness-On-Windermere, praised for its stunning views, comfortable beds, and well-equipped kitchen. Guests appreciate the property's style, cleanliness, and the thoughtful touches like welcome gifts. While some minor maintenance issues are noted, the overall experience is highly positive, with many guests planning to return.
Guests that stayed at this property said
Most guests found Jaspers Retreat to be clean and comfortable. However, a few reviews mentioned the need for better vacuuming upon arrival and some stray dog hair, suggesting room for improvement in this area.
The location is highly praised for its central position, stunning views, and proximity to local amenities. The steep road to the property is noted, which may be a consideration for those with walking difficulties.
Guests consistently mention the comfortable beds, spacious bathrooms, and the warm, welcoming atmosphere of the house. The property's comfort is one of its most celebrated features.
The property is well-equipped with a range of amenities and facilities that guests found satisfactory. Some minor maintenance issues, such as loose handles and the need for more generous provision of wood/kindling, were mentioned.
Guests were delighted by the extra touches like wine, biscuits, and hand soaps, which added to the welcoming feel of the property. While these gifts are appreciated, they are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
A spectacular architect designed, 5-star property for a very special holiday or celebration, this outstanding residence offers the best of modern living and certainly has the wow factor. Jaspers Retreat enjoys an elevated position on Brantfell, just minutes from the villages of Bowness and Windermere. Glass balconies and floor to ceiling windows throughout Jaspers Retreat, make the most of spectacular views to Lake Windermere and the Coniston Fells beyond. Whatever the weather, a choice of indoor or al-fresco dining make this an ideal property all year round.
The large entrance hall opens into an extremely useful utility room with shower room and wc. It also leads the way into a superb bedroom with four poster bed and glass doors opening onto a balcony, revealing more of those stunning views. A few steps up from the entrance is the main living space. A huge, open plan sitting room in which to spread out and relax. Sumptuous furnishings, beamed ceilings, cosy underfloor heating and mesmerising wood burning stove make this a wonderful place in which to chat with friends. A large family dining area is ideal for lazy breakfasts spent reading the papers, or elegant evening meals by candlelight and the kitchen is to die for, with its state-of-the-art appliances and glorious outlook.
The final two bedrooms are found just a few steps down from the entrance hall. The master bedroom with en-suite, a divine family bathroom with walk in shower, and third bedroom with super king size bed which can be made up as a twin. Be sure to request this in advance. Both of these rooms have sliding glass doors that open on to a large patio overlooking the local countryside.
This luxury Bowness holiday home is the epitome of luxury and style, somewhere guests will remember for a very long time
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
Highly commended - exceptional quality 5 star property.
Arranged across 3 levels: 3 x bedrooms: 1 x king size four poster bed, shower room with wc, 1 x king size bed with en-suite, 1 x super king (or twin beds on request) with en-suite.
Family bathroom with power shower.
Utility room.
Open plan sitting room.
Dining area.
Kitchen
Gas central and underfloor heating.
Electric oven with induction hob, American style fridge freezer with ice maker and water chiller, nespresso machine, filter coffee machine, microwave, dishwasher, washer/dryer, TVs, BT sports package, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Private parking for 2 cars (No parking immediately outside the boundary of the property).
Secure bike storage.
Choices Leisure Club complimentary access.
Garden, sun terrace, patios with furniture.
Babies welcome but guests will need to bring their own travel cot.
Up to 3 pets welcome.
Sorry, no smoking
Nearby points of interest
- The World of Beatrix Potter
- Hawkshead Grammar School Museum
- Beatrix Potter Gallery, Hawkshead
- Hayes Garden World Ambleside
- Lakes Aquarium
- Lakeland Motor Museum
- Lake District National Park
- Lake Windermere
- Esthwaite Water
Reviews (21)
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Jene
! Stunning. Everything provided for a very comfortable stay. 5* plus holiday. Will be back again and again. Views were amazing. This property is a credit to the owners. Thank you.
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Lynda
Weather wasn't brilliant but still found plenty to do. There was 6 of us and 3 dogs. There was plenty of room for all. The accommodation was big and roomy but still cosy. The underfloor heating and fire was great on the chilly evenings. The bathrooms were fab as was the walk in showers. Plenty of hot water. The bedrooms are a great size and the beds were very comfortable and all have good sized TVs. The kitchen had everything you could of wished for...plenty of cutlery, plates, dishes, mugs, glasses etc. The dining room table is big with plenty of elbow room and the furniture in the seating area is big and comfortable. Great size T.V too. The views are spectacular. I would love to go again in the summer months to be able to sit outside and look at those views. We did have a power cut due to storm Debi arriving but it really didn't bother us as we had torches and it didn't last that long, only around half hour. Great shopping in the town too. Good choice of restaurants and pubs. The dogs loved it too and didn't get under each others paws as there was plenty of room for them. They are biggish dogs too...Rottweiler, Alsatian and a medium sized rescue dog. Great field just up the hill for them to have a run round and also a park area down by the lake which is very secure and fenced off. Thank you for a great stay. We will no doubt be back.
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Janet
It was a super base for our week in the Lake District. The house is very comfortable, well equipped and has been tastefully designed with lovely bedrooms and a lounge/dining area with views of Windermere and plenty of space for 3 couples to socialise. Our host was quick to address minor maintenance problems as soon as we reported them to her. We really hope to return in the future as we loved this property and its location.