Guests say
Bowman Cottage in Ambleside is highly praised for its prime location, high-quality fixtures, and well-equipped kitchen. Guests appreciate the property's cleanliness, luxurious bathrooms, and thoughtful touches like a boot drying cupboard. While some mention slow Wi-Fi and occasional maintenance issues, the overall sentiment is positive, with many guests planning to return.
Guests consistently report that the cottage is clean, with bathrooms maintained to a high standard. The property's cleanliness contributes significantly to the comfort and enjoyment of their stay.
The cottage's central location in Ambleside is frequently commended for its convenience to shops, restaurants, and walking paths, despite occasional comments about the town's crowdedness.
Comfort is highlighted with mentions of a well-appointed cottage, luxurious bathrooms, and a cosy atmosphere. However, some guests were disappointed with non-functional log burners and slow Wi-Fi, which slightly impacted the overall comfort.
Facilities are generally well-received, with a well-equipped kitchen and secure bike shed. However, there are remarks about slow-draining showers, non-functional log burners, and the need for better Wi-Fi and TV quality.
While guests appreciate the thoughtful amenities provided, such as a boot drying cupboard and ample parking permits, there is no mention of gifts, and therefore, it cannot be guaranteed that such gestures are a regular occurrence.
About this property
Tucked away in a residential area within the town of Ambleside, is this attractive three-storey dwelling, Bowman Cottage. Lovingly renovated throughout with sophisticated interiors and chic Farrow and Ball colours, this deluxe holiday home creates a wonderful and welcoming ambiance providing a stunning backdrop for your next family escape to the Lake District National Park. Return from a thrilling adventure exploring the encompassing fells to this warm and inviting holiday home, leaving your coats to hang in the handy entrance hall before moving your way into the beautifully presented sitting room. Admire the large bay window exuding natural light as you rest and recuperate on one of the pretty cream sofas, and enjoy many movies on the flat-screen TV whilst keeping your toes nice and toasty from the heat of the woodburning stove.
Discover a second sitting/dining room with a woodburning stove and indulge in many hearty home-cooked meals, lovingly prepared in the contemporary galley kitchen with the help of the handy gas hob and electric oven. Venture up the staircase to the first floor and be greeted by a fabulous master bedroom hosting both a double bed and a TV, and two stylish bathrooms with underfloor heating. The first of the bathrooms can be found boasting a striking free-standing bath and a hand held shower, whilst the second bathroom is home to a contemporary walk-in shower. A further staircase will lead you up to the second-floor, where you will find two additional bedrooms comprising a double and a twin, offering up room for the whole family.
Make the most of warmer weather with sunny afternoons spent lounging on the patio as you recall your day’s adventures with loved ones over a refreshing glass of wine. close to the heart of the town, you can delight in days spent shopping in some of the finest local stores and exploring local attractions such as The Bridge House, Ambleside Roman Fort and Stock Ghyll Force, or set about on one of the are many exciting walking trails that rest right on your doorstep such as Wansfell Pike, White Moss Walks and Black Crag Peak. Visit the former home of William Wordsworth at Rydal Mount and Gardens and learn of his incredible work at the Wordsworth Museum.
Head underground as you tour Rydal Cave, or step back in time at the living museum of Townend and enjoy a fun day out with the family. Grab dinner and drinks in one of the many well-established and independent restaurants dotted along the steep cobbled streets of Ambleside, including The Old Stamp House and Matthew's Bistro. Stop off at the local supermarket ahead of a quiet night indoors, before returning to this magnificent home-away-from-home. Live joyous moments with your family and friends on an incredible group getaway to the Lake District National Park.
Proudly positioned at the northern tip of the Lake District, Ambleside is a charming cobbled town set within the wonderful Cumbrian countryside. Filled with quintessential shops, cafés, pubs and restaurants, this town has everything you could possibly need throughout your stay. The towns of Grasmere, Bowness-on-Windermere and Kendal make for excellent days out, whilst the village of Coniston is well-worth a visit.
Accommodation
Three-storey cottage.
Three bedrooms: 1 x double with TV, 1 x second-floor double, 1 x second-floor twin.
Bathroom with roll top bath, hand-held shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Living/dining room with woodburning stove.
Sitting room with woodburning stove
Gas central heating, underfloor heating and woodburning stove.
Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, 2 x TV with Freeview, DVD, TV with radio/CD player, Bluetooth sound system, WiFi and a selection of books.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot and highchair available at this property.
One parking permit for use in local car parks.
Private patio with furniture and secure bike storage.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 0.1 miles, pub 0.2 miles
Nearby points of interest
- Lake Windermere
- Wastwater Lake
- Wastwater Alpaca Trekking
Reviews (21)
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Lynda
Loved every minute of our stay.
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Julie
Very comfortable, well equipped and clean. Only improvement we would suggest would be a key safe. We would definitely stay at Bowman Cottage again.
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David
Sykes is another thing though, an excercise in string-pushing; you canât get a simple answer to a question but instead have to fill out an online form that may or may not be answered 2-days later.