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    Bowness On Windermere Cottages

  • Last Minute Cottages - Lilac Cottage
    • 2

    Cumbria

    Lilac Cottage

    Ref: S371312

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    The town of Windermere provides a range of amenities, shops and restaurants to suit all tastes resting in the heart of the famed Lake District National Park. Great for a family that is looking for lots of things to do, Windermere is home to...

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    £155

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Lake Lodge Studio
    • 3

    Cumbria

    Lake Lodge Studio

    Ref: S281706

    Reviews 40

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    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...

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    £71

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Bed in Near and Far Sawrey (74342)
    • 1

    Cumbria

    Bed in Near and Far Sawrey (74342)

    Ref: S232597

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    Treat yourselves to a sumptuous stay in this magnificent ground floor apartment at Far Sawrey, in the Lake District. Set within a spectacular country mansion, the one bedroom, studio retreat sleeps up to two guests and one dog. From here, step out...

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    £81

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Frost
    • 1

    Cumbria

    Frost

    Ref: S216766

    Reviews 56

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    Far Sawrey is a charming village, hosting a small selection of amenities and vast natural lands. Set in the Lake District National Park, the village offers ample walking routes and nature spotting opportunities. Bowness-on-Windermere can be...

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    £89

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Lettera
    • 1

    Cumbria

    Lettera

    Ref: S810698

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    Lying at the northern tip of Lake Windermere, England’s largest lake, Ambleside makes a superb base for touring the central Lakes, with Grasmere and the Langdale Valley just a short drive away. There is plenty to do here - cruises, boat trips and...

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    £94

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Gilpin View
    • 2

    Cumbria

    Gilpin View

    Ref: S281911

    Reviews 29

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    4
    Crosthwaite is a small village set in the picturesque Lyth Valley, famous for its damson trees, and boasts a lovely pub known nationally for its excellent food. The lakeside towns of Windermere and Bowness are nearby, with plenty of activities,...

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    £81

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Camellia Cottage
    • 1

    Cumbria

    Camellia Cottage

    Ref: S281869

    Reviews 43

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    The pretty hamlet of Crook is situated in beautiful Lakeland countryside and offers excellent access to the heart of the Lake District National Park. There are two hotels/pubs in Crook itself and a wide variety of super walks on the surrounding...

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    £95

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  • Last Minute Cottages - 2 The Old Coach House
    • 2

    Cumbria

    2 The Old Coach House

    Ref: S448436

    Reviews 26

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    Ambleside, located north of Lake Windermere, is an excellent location for exploring the Lake District. Grasmere and the Langdale Valley are just a short drive away, and there is plenty to do here, including cruises, boat trips, and watersports....

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    £98

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Clover Cottage
    • 1

    Cumbria

    Clover Cottage

    Ref: S480391

    Reviews 7

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    Ambleside, on the northern tip of Lake Windermere, is a great base for exploring The Lakes. Boat trips and watersports opportunities can be found on Lake Windermere, plus plenty of shops, restaurants, and pubs to suit all tastes. The parkland at...

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    £74

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Jasmine Cottage

    • Cumbria

    Jasmine Cottage

    Ref: S282819

    Reviews 39

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    The twin towns of Bowness and Windermere are both vibrant, fun-filled places set within the splendid scenery of the Lake District. Both towns provide a range of amenities, shops and restaurants to suit all tastes whilst Ambleside offers the...

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    £59

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Winster Fields

    • Cumbria

    Winster Fields

    Ref: S4322

    Reviews 46

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    The vibrant twin towns of Bowness and Windermere hold enduring appeal for many visitors to the Lake District, both providing a range of amenities, shops and restaurants to suit all tastes.

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    £86

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Giddy Goose
    • 1

    Cumbria

    Giddy Goose

    Ref: S127011

    Reviews 50

    4
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    Ambleside offers a boat ride to Bowness, the Lakeside Aquarium and Beatrix Potter's 'Hill Top House' at Sawrey. Grizedale Forest Park is within easy driving distance and is home to a range of activities including many good walks, mountain biking...

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    £102

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  • Last Minute Cottages - T'whit T'woo

    • Cumbria

    T'whit T'woo

    Ref: S811319

    Reviews 12

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    The twin towns of Bowness and Windermere are both vibrant, fun-filled places set within the splendid scenery of the Lake District. Both towns provide a range of amenities, shops and restaurants to suit all tastes whilst Ambleside offers the...

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    £85

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Addylea Cottage
    • 1

    Cumbria

    Addylea Cottage

    Ref: S879565

    Reviews 5

    2
    4
    The twin towns of Bowness and Windermere are both vibrant, fun-filled places set within the splendid scenery of the Lake District. Both towns provide a range of amenities, shops and restaurants to suit all tastes whilst Ambleside offers the...

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    £86

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Yanway Cottage
    • 1

    Cumbria

    Yanway Cottage

    Ref: S564753

    Reviews 18

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    Troutbeck Bridge is a small community in the Lake District National Park, nestled between Windermere and Ambleside and not far from the famed Kirkstone Pass. This sleepy community, comprised of a smattering of Lakeland cottages, is home to a...

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    £91

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Park Beck 3

    • Cumbria

    Park Beck 3

    Ref: S882033

    Reviews 4

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    The twin towns of Bowness and Windermere are both vibrant, fun-filled places set within the splendid scenery of the Lake District. Both towns provide a range of amenities, shops and restaurants to suit all tastes whilst Ambleside offers the...

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    £134

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Alice's Cottage

    • Cumbria

    Alice's Cottage

    Ref: S90099

    Reviews 93

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    In Hawkshead there are inns, tea shops, guest houses and shops, as well as the Beatrix Potter Gallery. William Wordsworth attended the Old Grammar School which you can visit. Newby Bridge is 10 miles away and offers the Aquarium of the Lakes and...

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    £174

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  • Last Minute Cottages - The Old Carriage House
    • 1

    Cumbria

    The Old Carriage House

    Ref: S283047

    Reviews 29

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    Lying at the northern tip of Lake Windermere, England’s largest lake, Ambleside makes a superb base for touring the central Lakes, with Grasmere and the Langdale Valley just a short drive away. There is plenty to do here - cruises, boat trips and...

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    £88

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Fellside Cottage

    • Cumbria

    Fellside Cottage

    Ref: S371969

    Reviews 33

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    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...

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    £103

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Fir Trees

    • Cumbria

    Fir Trees

    Ref: S283702

    Reviews 14

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    7
    The twin towns of Bowness and Windermere are both vibrant, fun-filled places set within the splendid scenery of the Lake District. Both towns provide a range of amenities, shops and restaurants to suit all tastes whilst Ambleside offers the...

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    £159

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Greenbank Cottage
    • 2

    Cumbria

    Greenbank Cottage

    Ref: S377094

    Reviews 41

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    One of the most popular towns of the Lake District National Park, Bowness-on-Windermere certainly lives up to its status and is home to a wealth of lakeside activities that are suitable for all ages. Visitors can enjoy a day packed with...

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    £312

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Bobbin Cottage
    • 1

    Cumbria

    Bobbin Cottage

    Ref: S281520

    Reviews 16

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    4
    The small village of Ings, with the lovely River Gowan running through it, is set just two miles from the popular town of Windermere in the Lake District. There is a selection of walks for you to enjoy in the area and a wonderful local,...

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    £79

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  • Last Minute Cottages - Top Notch

    • Cumbria

    Top Notch

    Ref: S282854

    Reviews 26

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    Lying at the northern tip of Lake Windermere, England’s largest lake, Ambleside makes a superb base for touring the central Lakes, with Grasmere and the Langdale Valley just a short drive away. There is plenty to do here - cruises, boat trips and...

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    £85

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  • Last Minute Cottages - The Roses
    • 2

    Cumbria

    The Roses

    Ref: S820071

    Reviews 5

    3
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    The twin towns of Bowness and Windermere are both vibrant, fun-filled places set within the splendid scenery of the Lake District. Both towns provide a range of amenities, shops and restaurants to suit all tastes whilst Ambleside offers the...

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    £89

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    Holiday Cottages in Bowness on Windermere

    Bowness on Windermere is a popular town on the banks of Lake Windermere in the Lake District. The town is a great base for exploring the Lake District, which is famous for its mountains and lake routes, as well as watersports. Bowness on Windermere also has lots of nearby attractions, such as The World of Beatrix Potter and the Windermere Steamboat Museum.

    All our holiday cottages in Bowness on Windermere have been chosen for their great location and charm. For larger groups, we have airy folk houses or family-friendly castle conversions. If your holiday isn't complete without your canine companion, we also have dog-friendly cottages with enclosed gardens. For more private getaways, we have secluded cabins with hot tubs and open fireplaces.

    Here at Snaptrip, we list thousands of UK holiday cottages, all backed by our best price guarantee. Visit nearby Wray Castle, or take a car ferry to the other bank of Windermere for even more hiking opportunities. Look through great Bowness on Windermere holiday cottages using our handy search filters, and rest assured that our friendly customer service team is always on standby to help.

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    Reviews

    What our customers say about their holidays

    • Victoria - Verified booking

      It was a nice little place but wouldn’t stay here again unfortunately.

      I know the place accepts dogs but it just smelt really badly of wet dog as well as the sofa and left our clothes smelly! It seemed as though it had tried to be masked with air fresheners but didn’t work! All the kitchen equipment is greasy and covered in hairs and needed washing before we could use it. The kettle had black bits in it when we tried to make tea so seems as though the coating is coming off! The bed was horrible!! Hairs all in the bed, the duvet and pillows. Brown stains on the bedding and looked like it had been dragged on the floor before putting on the bed. We had to shake it all out outside before we went to bed! Not what you want to be doing on holiday! The floor is also really dirty throughout, dead flies in the corners and just dirty. All round the skirting is dirty as well as in the wardrobe door runner! I spilt some water on the floor and after wiping it up with kitchen roll it was just black! Just needs a really good clean!! We loved the welcome hamper but would have liked a little pint of milk in the fridge too which we have had in all other places we have stayed I. With Sykes. After a really long journey, arriving late and being so far out of everything it would have been a nice touch to have some milk left in the fridge for our arrival so we could have a cuppa!! Overall if it was cleaned thoroughly and a bit more attention to detail was taken it would be a lovely place. Unfortunately not for us.

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    • Pauline - Verified booking

      We recently arrived home after spending 5 days at Frost over Christmas.

      The cottage and it’s locality is stunning. The proximity to the Lake and Ferry we found idyllic . We found everything really comfortable and warm & cosy. Everything there for our needs. The cute Welcome hamper was so lovely and really thoughtful with high quality essentials of tea coffee Christmas marmalade, new year chutney, gin and beer. It was lovely coming back to the lovely cosy cottage after a day hopping over on the ferry to bowness Windermere or hawkshead / coniston. So much to see. The chippy in hawkshead highly recommended and lovely owners who are so friendly. Food in cuckoo inn lovely also which is a short drive away. Our only disappointment was the cleaning was not welcoming as on arrival we had to clean the fridge before putting food in it as was dirty and the couch had several stains on it which we also cleaned plus the rug smelt of wet dog so we rolled that up and didn’t use it. The owners have thought of everything for comfort of anyone staying at frost , it was a home from home and the views from living room and bedroom are so relaxing looking at the water. If cleaning was to a higher standard this place would be perfect, however we still cannot wait to return for another stay . It really is a place to chill and recharge. Thank you so much Sykes and Frost owners. This place is magical inside and out

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    • James - Verified booking

      We had a nice stay in difficult circumstances after my mum died a few days prior to our arrival.

      We've stayed here a few times now and really enjoy the location and hot tub. What we weren't so happy about was the way in which lakelovers handled the situation. I made a request to amend the dates last minute, not expecting this to be acceptable but felt it was worth asking, explaining I was caring for my mum as she received hospice care at home. The initial copy and paste reply I received to my message was, I feel, insensitive in the circumstances. I explained that Beth would use the property if we could not change dates but I would not be able to. Circumstances changed quickly so, after discussing with my family, we decided to travel a day later. On arrival we were told that the owner had checked with lakelovers and been told we were not coming. This hadn't been checked with me at all and was contrary to my message, so the heating had been turned off and though it was rectified immediately and caused us no further issue I feel a message to check our plans would have been more appropriate. I will avoid using Lakelovers in future.

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    • Susan - Verified booking

      I was very disappointed to discover that the fridge had not been repaired since I stayed previously in September 23.

      The freezer box door fell off then whenever you opened it. This year there was NO door on the freezer box, so everything in the fridge froze, or if you turned it down a little you ended up mopping up pools of water every day. Last year I also pointed out that the outside light wasn't working, and that also was true this year. The washing machine door then broke and wouldn't open. I called the local office for some help, but, unsurprisingly no one turned up. I had to leave the cottage when I checked out with some of my clothes still inside.the washing machine! I contacted the local office again, and explained, again. This time I said I expected them to send my clothes to my home address, free of charge. Whether they will I have no idea. Watch this space! The cottage is in a lovely spot with lots of good walks and I was eager to return again this year. I just hope the owners can get their act together and sort out some of the niggles. Cheap it is not!!?

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    • Molly - Verified booking

      Such a lovely place to stay directly on Windermere for a couple.

      Me and my partner went for a birthday getaway and we could not have found a better place to stay. The ferry across to Bowness is frequent and super easy, though we also travelled around the lakes without using the ferry. The area is quiet and a perfect place for a range of hikes. It took us just about an hour to drive to Keswick, and under 30 minutes to Ambleside, so it’s a great location for any activities you wish. It’s not super close to a pub or shops, but that was fine by us as we would plan meals in advance. The only issues we had was there being a limited amount of bin liners and dishwasher tablets, and the batteries for the TV remote were starting to die. It’s also worth noting that the double bed is two single beds pushed together which can be uncomfortable if you are a couple that sleep closely together. Overall, a wonderful place to stop - will definitely be stopping again!

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    Things to do near Bowness on Windermere

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    Lakeland Motor Museum

    This museum chronicles the history of motoring and is a marvellous homage to the internal combustion engine, housed in a converted mill.

    Beatrix Potter Gallery, Hawkshead

    This charming 17th-century building showcases the work of the much-loved author and illustrator. Don't miss the chance to see original illustrations and manuscripts from the beloved Peter Rabbit stories. Address: Main St, Hawkshead, Ambleside LA22 0NS

    The World of Beatrix Potter

    Step into the enchanting world of Beatrix Potter and meet her beloved characters such as Peter Rabbit, Jemima Puddle-Duck, and Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle. The World of Beatrix Potter offers interactive exhibits, a garden and tearoom. Ideal for families. Located in Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3BX

    Hayes Garden World Ambleside

    Hayes Garden World in Ambleside Lake District is one of the largest family run garden centres in the north of England and has been on the same site for over 200 years.

    Hawkshead Grammar School Museum

    Hawkshead Grammar School Museum, located in the heart of the Lake District, offers a fascinating insight into the education system of the past. Explore the historic schoolroom and learn about former pupils, including the renowned poet William Wordsworth. Address: Main St, Hawkshead, Ambleside LA22 0NT

    Lakes Aquarium

    Family-friendly lakeside aquarium on Lake Windermere in the Lake District. See rock pools, fish, otters, crabs and seahorses.
    Lake Windermere
    Lake Windermere in the heart of the Lake District National Park is the largest natural lake in England at 10.5 miles long and 219 feet deep. It’s a hive of activity with water sports and activities for the whole family, and many a bustling village dotted along the shoreline.

    Lake District National Park

    Words alone aren't enough to describe the Lake District. Miles of lush green hills roll out into the distance. As the sun bounces across crystal water, the scent of dewdrops fills the air on another beautiful morning in Cumbria.

    Esthwaite Water

    Esthwaite Water, located in the heart of the Lake District, is a tranquil haven for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. Explore the stunning walking trails around the lake, try your hand at fishing or take to the water on a canoe or kayak. Address: Near Sawrey, Ambleside
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