ID: S1347440
Bownessy's Retreat offers a clean, cosy, and well-equipped base in an excellent location just a short walk from Bowness and Lake Windermere. Guests appreciate the easy parking, comfortable beds, and practical kitchen. The property is ideal for exploring the Lake District and is especially convenient for couples or solo travellers. While some mention minor issues such as dated furnishings, occasional damp smells, and slow Wi-Fi, the overall experience is positive, with many guests keen to return.
Most guests found the property very clean and well maintained, with only a few isolated mentions of damp smells or dated carpets. Cleanliness is consistently praised.
The location is frequently highlighted as a major strength, being close to shops, restaurants, the lake, and offering convenient parking. Guests found it ideal for exploring the area.
Guests generally found the property comfortable, especially the beds and shower. Some noted issues with sofa comfort and occasional noise from neighbouring flats, but overall comfort is rated highly.
The kitchen is well equipped and amenities like parking, towels, and toiletries are appreciated. Some guests mentioned the TV is outdated, Wi-Fi can be slow, and minor maintenance issues (e.g., damp smell, limited glassware), but most found the facilities met their needs.
Guests appreciated touches such as teas, coffees, toiletries, and responsive hosts. While some thoughtful extras were mentioned, please note that such gifts or amenities are not guaranteed for every stay.
This newly refurbished ground floor apartment is just minutes from the shores of Lake Windermere, and all amenities including restaurants, bars shops and the wonderful Beatrix Potter attraction.. 1 step to entrance.
All on the
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV, DVD Player, DVDs
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher
Bedroom: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Shower Room: (1 Step), Walk-In Shower, Toilet.
Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Sitting-out area with bench. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking. Please note: There is one step to the sitting-out area.. Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot. No smoking.. This cosy one bedroom apartment has been refurbished to a very high standard with new carpets and furnishings throughout. The ideal place for couples to get away. It is in the heart of Bowness, steps from the lake. Bars, restaurants and shops only 200 yards away. Perfect to use as a base to explore all the area has to offer.
Refurbished in November 2022 this ground floor apartment consists of a fully equipped kitchen that has all the utensils, crockery and cutlery you need for your stay, a bedroom, bathroom and living room with TV and DVD player, and parking for one car. All linen and towels are provided. Wi-Fi included.
The two-storey town house comprises of two separate apartments, Belle View (ref 16645) occupies the upper part of the building including the balcony and Bownessy’s Retreat (ref 26989) is all on the ground floor. Both properties can be booked together and are an ideal all year round holiday retreat for a family or friends.
Free WiFi
There are steps within the property.
Confirmed Guest
Been before, lovely flat, so close to Winderemere, a leisurely walk and immediately at the shops and lake. No worries about having to park! Love it and will be back again.
Janice Silvester
Lovely place. Really enjoyed our stay. Would stay there again.
Confirmed Guest
It was well maintained house, and well informed had no hassel in locating and getting in.
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