Rayrigg on the Lakes

About this property

Rayrigg on the Lakes is a delightful home resting in the beautiful Lake District National Park, in the village of Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria. With close by walks, and plenty of nearby amenities and attractions, this property is ideal for friends, families, and couples seeking a lakeside retreat. Shrouded in countryside views and boasting an enviable location beside the bustling Lake Windermere, be welcomed into a bright and airy contemporary home housing well-thought-out décor to make you feel right at home. Be welcomed into a living room with plush furniture, a lovely space to plan the day ahead of you. There is a spacious kitchen/diner with stylish décor and plenty of amenities encouraging guests to cook up a storm, and hearty meals can be enjoyed at the dining table.

From here, in the warmer months throw open the glass double doors and head out onto the patio where alfresco dining in the fresh air is a must. Here there is also a large lawn space with a pod for morning coffee, and an opulent hot tub for whiling away an evening beneath starry skies. After a day of exploring, retire to one of the four tastefully presented bedrooms, with the first three on the ground floor and serviced by a bathroom. Here choose between two king-size bedrooms and a twin. On the first floor there is a fourth bedroom, a super-king-size with a tasteful en-suite shower room.

The shops, cafés, restaurants and pubs of Bowness-on-Windermere are within walking distance, while nearby Windermere provides additional amenities and opportunities to explore the area, filled with watersports activities and scenic walks. Attractions close by include The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction, Brockhole on Windermere and Orrest Head, all offering wonderful days out. Further afield, visitors can discover Ambleside, Grasmere and Troutbeck, each brimming with picturesque scenery, walking routes and traditional Lakeland charm. Whatever your plans in the Lake District, Rayrigg on the Lakes provides an excellent base for enjoying time with family and friends beside England's largest lake.

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, cinema, shops and restaurants to suit all tastes. A variety of boat trips and boat hire are available from Windermere Lake Cruises in Bowness to Brockhole, Ambleside and Lakeside (at the southern end of the lake where the Lakeside Aquarium and the Lakeside and Haverthwaite Railway are situated). The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction and the Old Laundry Theatre are 1.5 miles away. Orrest Head, where Alfred Wainwright was inspired to write his series of iconic guidebooks, is a 30-minute walk to enjoy the spectacular panorama of far-reaching views over the lake and surrounding fells. Brockhole, which offers high wire tree top experiences, is three miles away, and the historic villages of Grasmere, Ambleside and Troutbeck are a short drive away. There is also a variety of watersports on offer for the more energetic at marine centres along the lake. The area is ideally situated for exploring all that this region has to offer, whether by foot, bike, car, railway or bus; and is within easy reach of attractions such as the spectacular Langdales, Beatrix Potter’s Hill Top House at Far Sawrey, Coniston, Grizedale Forest Park, with its delightful walks and famous outdoor sculptures, mountain biking and 'Go-Ape' adventure park, Ullswater, Kendal, Keswick, stone circles, Roman forts and England's highest mountain, Scafell Pike.

Accommodation

Four bedrooms: 1 x super-king-size with Smart TV and en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail, and WC, 1 x ground-floor king-size with Smart TV and en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail, and WC, 1 x ground-floor king-size with Smart TV, 1 x ground-floor twin.

Bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail, and WC.

Kitchen/diner.

Sitting room

Gas central heating.

Electric double oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, kettle, toaster.

Smart TV, WiFi.

Highchair and travel cot available on request.

Non-enclosed patio with furniture and hot tub, enclosed lawn with furniture.

Garden pod with TV, seating, table and heating.

Off-road parking for 4 cars.

Sorry, no pets and no smoking.

Shop 0.1 miles, pub and lake 0.3 miles.

Note: It’s strictly no pets, no parties, no stag and hen dos.

Note: Up to a maximum of 8 guests in total.

Note: This property has a good housekeeping bond of £300