Claife Flights

About this property

Claife Flights is a beautifully presented third-floor apartment resting in the heart of Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria. Perfect for families or friends seeking a memorable Lake District escape, this well-appointed retreat enjoys a private balcony with scenic views and a bright open-plan layout that makes the most of its superb location. Step inside to find a welcoming living space bathed in natural light, where you can unwind on the sofa and enjoy your favourite shows on the Amazon Fire Smart TV, or slide open the doors to the balcony to savour the crisp Lakeland air and glimpses of Lake Windermere beyond. The adjoining kitchen is fully equipped for a self-catered stay, offering an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge with ice box and slimline dishwasher, while the dining table provides the perfect spot to share meals and some laughter together.

When evening falls, rest is assured in one of two inviting bedrooms, a double and a twin, both thoughtfully furnished with ample storage. The contemporary shower room features a walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, ideal for freshening up after a day exploring the fells. Outside, the apartment benefits from allocated parking for one car, and guests are just moments from a shop and pub with the famous The Hole in t'Wall close by, so you can have a drink or two alongside a hearty meal. Bowness itself offers an array of attractions and experiences right on your doorstep.

Step aboard a Windermere Lake Cruise and take in the surrounding mountains from the water, or visit The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction for a charming insight into the beloved tales. A short stroll away lies Blackwell, The Arts & Crafts House, a beautifully preserved example of early 20th-century design filled with handcrafted interiors and views across the lake. For walkers, scenic routes begin almost from your door, enjoy a rewarding climb up Brant Fell for sweeping views across the lake, or join the famous Dales Way, which passes through Bowness and leads into the heart of the national park.A little further afield, Windermere village offers independent shops and cafés, while the climb up Orrest Head rewards you with breathtaking panoramic views.

Continue on to Ambleside to discover the cascading Stock Ghyll Force, scenic trails across Loughrigg Fell, and peaceful lakeside paths. Surrounded by the Lake District National Park, every direction invites exploration, with miles of trails, hidden tarns and magnificent scenery waiting to be discovered. Claife Flights offers the ideal setting to experience the very best of Bowness and beyond, a superb base for lakeside living and adventure.

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.

Accommodation

Third-floor apartment.

Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin.

Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.

Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area, and sitting area with balcony
Electric central heating.

Electric oven and induction hob, microwave, fridge (with ice box), slimline dishwasher, kettle, toaster.

Nespresso original machine with milk frother.

Sonos Soundbar with Airplay to connect to your personal devices.

Amazon Fire Smart TV.

Wi-fi.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Allocated parking for 2 cars.

Lockable car garage available.

Sorry, no pets and no smoking.

Shop and pub 0.1 mile, lake 0.4 miles, river 0.7 miles.

Note: Three flights of stairs to entrance, please take care.

Note: This property requires a Good Housekeeping Bond of £200.

Note: The parking best suits one large vehicle and one small, additional roadside parking and car park available close by.