Bellflower Cottage, a few minutes’ walk from Windermere village seems like a typical, Victorian end of terrace house but step inside and you’ll love the cool and contemporary interiors, beautifully mixed with period pieces.

The front porch opens to a bright and spacious living space with beautiful solid oak floor, and comfy sofas around a log burning stove. Feature period pieces of furniture are the key design elements of this cottage that set it apart from the norm. The family dining table sits at the heart of the home - the ideal place to gather and plan your day in the Lakes or to relax and socialise in the evening. There’s a well-equipped shaker style kitchen with everything you need. On the first floor is the tastefully designed master bedroom with super king-size bed, William Morris headboard and period furniture. On the second floor the smart second bedroom can be presented as either a super king-size or twin. The bedrooms are complemented by superb Victorian style family bathroom, comprising feature roll top bath with shower over, basin and WC. In addition, there’s a snug reading room with a comfy corner sofa, additional TV, DVD and desk. A place to escape and relax quietly with a good book, watch your favourite TV programme or for the kids to have their own space. To the rear of the cottage there is a sunny, south-facing courtyard with bistro style table and chairs, just the spot for a morning coffee or a glass of wine in the evening. For those with outdoor gear there is lockable storage for bikes, golf clubs and other sports equipment.

Windermere village is a lovely place to make yourself at home, with lazy cafes for breakfast, plenty of shops for stocking up the kitchen, traditional Lake District pubs and several restaurants to choose from. A number of superb walks begin nearby, including the easy ascent of Orrest Head which promises spectacular views of Lake Windermere from the top. Walk or drive less than a mile down the road and you'll reach bustling Bowness, a popular Lake District holiday destination offering sophisticated shopping, a range of restaurants and a lively nightlife - from the cosy 'Hole int Wall' traditional pub to the trendy Bodegas & Sol tapas bar. From Bowness Bay, you can catch a Windermere Lake Cruise to Ambleside or Lakeside - what a way to explore without driving! For touring by car, you'll find Windermere a great place to start. A famously scenic stretch of the A591 leads to Ambleside, Rydal Water and historic Grasmere. Branch off into the Troutbeck Valley and take one of the most breath-taking scenic drives in the Lake District - over Kirkstone Pass to Ullswater with a stop at the acclaimed Queen's Head for lunch. Alternatively, hop aboard the car ferry and discover the tranquillity of Windermere's west short, where lies the newly restored Victorian viewing station, Claife Heights, with superb stained-glass windows and a different view of Windermere. A little further along and you'll discover Beatrix Potter's Hill Top at Far Sawrey, with Grizedale and Hawkshead a few miles further on.

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 additional attraction of 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 and the 'Go Ape' adventure park. The region also boasts many National Trust properties as well as a variety of water sports for those who prefer a more adrenaline-fuelled trip. Children will enjoy a trip to the 'World of Beatrix Potter' in Bowness whilst the villages of Grasmere, Coniston Water, Kendal, Keswick and the Lakeland Mountains are all within easy reach.

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