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Applebeck Guest Suite Annexe
We love living here and we're sure you will love staying in our comfortable guest suite with private entrance. Just a short walk from lake Windermere and the centre of Bowness with all its shops, cafes and restaurants. Your suite is separate from the rest of the house and offers a delightful bedroom with comfy king size bed, French doors leading out to a small raised patio and a private, modern bathroom. Please note there is no kitchen, but we do provide a microwave, kettle, toaster and fridge.

Claife View - Parking, Balcony, Central Bowness
Claife View is found hidden in the middle of beautiful Bowness-on-Windermere with only minutes walk to the shops, restaurants, and Lake Windermere. This apartment is on the second floor, with a balcony looking out to the fells in the distance. There is ample shared parking in a private car park. It is within easy reach of the world-famous Beatrix Potter Museum and all the pubs that can be found in Bowness. An extra hundred meters, and you will find yourself on the shore of Lake Windermere.

Gardner's Shed
The Gardner’s Shed is self-contained with access through our well kept garden. It is bright and airy with a small kitchenette and modern shower room. - Comfy double bed - Electric towel rail - Small fridge, kettle, toaster, crockery. - Coffee, tea, milk - Deck for summer evenings - Lake District Books and maps - Separate access and parking on our drive way (small car only) - Outside boot box - Hose pipe to wash off muddy bikes/boots The perfect hideaway for your Lake District Adventure!

Lexington House - 5 Star - Stylish Barn Conversion
Standing proud, in one of the best residential roads in Bowness-On-Windermere, Lexington House is a superb 5 Star Barn Conversion. Less than 500m from the shores of Lake Windermere and in the most desirable area of Bowness, Lexington House offers guests the best of both worlds. Choose between the peace and tranquillity of the house and it’s grounds or venture into the vibrant village of Bowness, less than 250m away, with its eclectic mix of shops, tourist attractions, bars and restaurants.

Detached 4 Bed Home, Hot Tub & Lake View - Pets OK
Relax in this family and dog friendly modern refurbished detached house. Bowness village is just 5 mins walk. Rear garden: hot tub and summer house with views of Lake Windermere. Balcony from lounge with BBQ and alfresco dining. Two upstairs bedrooms with King Size beds and own ensuite bathrooms. Two downstairs bedrooms with Superking beds which can be twin on request. One with ensuite bathroom and the other a bathroom just across the hall. Lots of private parking space outside the house.

Annies Weaving Room
The apartment is a recent creation in a building occupied by a weaving business at the turn of the last century run by a lady designer named Annie Garnet. The apartment is tastefully decorated and fully equipped with a modern kitchen and shower room. The apartment is on the ground floor and has an opening 'Juliet' balcony facing towards the lake. It has its own reserved parking space and is just 200 yards from the centre of the busy village of Bowness and the waterfront of Windermere itself.

Luxury one bedroom apartment with parking, Bowness
Stylish, recently refurbished to very high standards, for our more discerning guests. Centrally located in Bowness for bars and restaurants, and walking distance to Lake Windermere. The 1st floor apartment has quality new kitchen and bathroom and a keyless enrty system. The apartment is in the heart of The Lake District National Park, with easy access via local buses to Ambleside Grasmere and Keswick. Lots of water activities in the area, along with lovely walks over fells and mountains.

Quarry Loft | Chic Hideaway for Two in the Lakes
Modern, stylish loft in the heart of Bowness-on-Windermere , perfect for couples or solo travellers. Refurbished top-floor space with Smart TV, Nespresso machine, superfast Wi-Fi, and comfy double bed. Outside your door, Bowness buzzes with life , from artisan coffee shops & lakeside pubs to boat tours on Lake Windermere. Yet, within minutes, you can escape to peaceful trails & panoramic views in this beautiful landscape. Quarry Loft is your perfect home-from-home in the Lake District.

Stylish home -Central Bowness with parking
Centrally located in the popular village of Bowness on Windermere, Courtyard Cottage offers a distinctive home just a 5-minute stroll away from beautiful Lake Windermere and nearby Woodland Walks. Bowness has a lively café culture, a wide selection of restaurants, bars, independent small shops and an Art Deco cinema. Take a scenic boat trip to Waterhead, Ambleside, Lakeside or hire a rowing boat or electric motorboat. An open top bus trip offers another great way to explore the area.

Lake View Lodge
Stay at the Lake View Lodge and enjoy lovely views of Lake Windermere and its mountain backdrop. The Lake View Lodge is a self-contained, wooden lodge with access to three acres of grounds and wild meadows attracting a wonderful array of wildlife including owls, red kites, deer, foxes and woodpeckers. Enjoy a large 45 square meter space with king sized bed, double sofa bed, shower room and kitchenette. Ideally suited for up to two adults and two children or three adults.

Dorothy’s place Bowness on Windermere
Dorothy’s place is part of an 18th Century Villa. Adults only no children allowed. Everything you need for that perfect romantic break. Guests get full use of the large garden and woodland to take in the stunning view. If travelling by train our advice would be get a taxi from the station as can be difficult to find on foot . Guests are welcome to park up as early as you want before check in or drop luggage off in a safe place,but please let us know in advance.

Chic & Central 2 bedroom flat in heart of Bowness
Stay in stylish comfort at the modern and chic Central Apartment in Bowness-on-Windermere. Just a 5-minute walk to the lake, with shops, bars, and restaurants on your doorstep. Explore local attractions like lake cruises, the Jetty Museum, Old Laundry Theatre, and the World of Beatrix Potter. This fully refurbished 2-bedroom flat (1 double, 1 twin) sleeps up to 4 and is set in the heart of the Lake District National Park.
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Quick stats about vacation rentals that are family-friendly in Bowness-on-Windermere
Total rentals
330 properties
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R1,043 ZAR before taxes and fees
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140 properties allow pets
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110 properties have a dedicated workspace
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320 properties include access to wifi
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