Nestled in the bustling town of Bowness-on-Windermere, with easy access to the Lakeland Dalesway, is this fabulous, stone-built property, The Heights. This mid-terrace cottage offers a heart-warming interior with room for up to four guests, perfectly positioned for taking on the delights of this National Park.
Kick off your muddy boots before stepping inside, discovering the kitchen/diner on your right, where you can make use of the electric oven, gas hob, microwave and fridge/freezer in preparing your home-cooked meals. After dinner, settle down in the sitting room, where two settees and an electric fire provide charming comforts, and you can tune into your favourite shows on the TV. Venture upstairs to the delightfully presented bedrooms, offering a double and a twin with lovely views of the surrounding area, and arranged with Jack-and-Jill access to the family bathroom, where you can savour a lazy soak to soothe your muscles. When the weather turns nice, step outside and enjoy a seat within the garden, toasting to a long-awaited getaway as you relish in the peaceful setting of this private space. From the door, you can access Brantfell walks which venture into the Dalesway, perfect for an afternoon stroll with your four-legged friend! Alternatively, meander down the hill to reach the exciting atmosphere of Bowness, home to a wealth of bars and restaurants to indulge in, shops to browse and fascinating attractions to visit, including the World of Beatrix Potter, the 1920’s Royalty Cinema and The Old Laundry Theatre. Head to the lake, where you can enjoy a wide selection of watersport activities like boat trips, sailing, canoeing, paddleboarding and waterskiing among exceptional views of England’s largest natural lake, or you can enjoy take the passenger ferry over to Grizedale Forest and explore rugged trails that are excellent for mountain biking and walking. Alternatively, take the Lakeland Steamer and cruise up to Ambleside or down to Lakeside and the Haverthwaite steam railway. Whether you’re seeking to unwind or experience adventure, The Heights offers a lovely base to return to each evening.
Home to a range of amenities, shops and restaurants to suit all tastes, the twin towns of Bowness and Windermere have become hotspots for many visitors to the Lake District. Boat trips are available from vibrant Bowness to Ambleside, as well as to the Lakeside Aquarium and Beatrix Potter's 'Hill Top House'. Across the Lake is Grizedale Forest Park which offers good walks, mountain biking and the 'Go Ape' adventure playground.
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