Guests say
Fern Bank Cottage is highly praised for its prime location between Windermere and Bowness, with guests appreciating the easy access to local attractions and walks. The property is described as comfortable, well-equipped, and offering a homely atmosphere. While most reviews reflect a clean and well-maintained cottage, a few guests noted minor cleanliness issues. Thoughtful touches, such as a welcome bottle of wine, are mentioned and add to the positive experience.
Guests that stayed at this property said
Most guests found Fern Bank Cottage to be clean and well-presented. However, a few guests mentioned finding dust and personal items from previous stays, suggesting room for improvement in cleaning standards.
The cottage's location is consistently praised for being conveniently situated between Windermere and Bowness, with easy access to local amenities, restaurants, and scenic walks, making it an ideal base for exploring the area.
Guests generally found the cottage to be comfortable and cosy, with a warm welcome and a homely feel. Some guests mentioned the beds being hard, which may affect individual comfort preferences.
The property is well-equipped with kitchen utensils, a washing machine, dryer, and dishwasher, contributing to a convenient stay. However, there were minor issues with maintenance such as bin collection confusion and a gas fire not working.
Guests appreciated the thoughtful touches like a welcome pack and a bottle of wine. While these gestures enhance the experience, it is noted that such gifts are subject to availability and not guaranteed.
About this property
Fern Bank Cottage is a stunning property, set in a peaceful location, yet close to the shores of Lake Windermere and the heart of bustling Bowness. The cottage has been tastefully furnished throughout, with two well sized bedrooms, modern bathroom and luxury slate-tiled wet room.
From the entrance hall, guests will find a charming and cosy sitting room with feature fireplace, superbly comfortable sofa and chairs, TV and bookcase full of games and DVDs. This is a lovely room in which to relax and unwind. The dining room doubles as a second reception room, perfect for enjoying a coffee and catch up while planning the next day’s itinerary. Through to the modern and well-equipped kitchen with access to the courtyard patio, ideal for enjoying a drink before supper.
Nearby Bowness is a lively village offering a wide range of interesting shops, excellent restaurants and charming tea rooms. For those in search of culture, the Old Laundry Theatre and quirky Royalty Cinema are absolute favourites. Not far away is Blackwell, The Arts and Crafts House and its range of fascinating exhibitions.
Take a stroll to the lake and there is plenty to watch and enjoy. Windermere Lake Cruises depart regularly for Ambleside and Lakeside and there are row boats and power boats to hire. Not far away is a wonderful car ferry crossing close to Beatrix Potter’s famous Hill Top and the picturesque village of Hawkshead. Grizedale Forrest is just over the water, extremely popular with walkers and mountain bikers alike.
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, 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 less than two miles away, and the historic villages of Grasmere, Ambleside and Troutbeck are a short drive away. There are 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
2 x bedrooms: 1 x super king, 1 x king size, bathroom, wet room.
Sitting room.
Dining room.
Kitchen.
Gas central heating.
Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, dryer, TV, DVD, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
On street parking.
Two small pets welcome.
Secure storeage for bikes.
Patio with furniture.
Small front garden.
Sorry, no smoking.
Pub and shop nearby.
Nearby points of interest
- Lake Windermere
- Hayes Garden World Ambleside
- Lakeland Motor Museum
- Laurel and Hardy Museum
Reviews (36)
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Jean
Itâs in a central location close to Windermere and Bowness. Would love to stay again Jean
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Rodney
Itâs location is perfect for walking into Windermere and Bowness and is well maintained and very homely.
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Stephanie
When you find the ideal place, why look further, already booked up for next year.