Guests say
Guests have enjoyed their stays at The Bird's Nest, appreciating its comfortable furnishings, pleasant garden, and quiet surroundings. The property's location is praised for its proximity to local amenities and attractions. While some minor maintenance issues and the lack of internet were noted, the overall experience remains positive, with many looking forward to returning.
The property generally receives positive remarks on cleanliness, though a few guests mentioned dust and ants. The majority, however, found it clean and tidy, suggesting a well-maintained environment.
The location is highly praised for being ideal, private, and close to shops, pubs, and attractions. Its proximity to Windermere and Bowness is a highlight, contributing to a high score.
Guests found the beds comfortable and the property quiet, ensuring a good night's sleep. Some concerns about the property being cold and issues with water pressure were noted, slightly lowering the score.
While the property is well-equipped, several reviews mention minor maintenance issues such as light bulbs out, problems with TV remotes, and a lack of kitchen essentials. These issues suggest room for improvement.
There is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the owners. Therefore, this category cannot be scored.
About this property
Resting in a prime position upon the cusp of Bowness-On-Windermere in Cumbria is The Bird's Nest, a delightful, three-bedroom bungalow. Well-positioned near a hub of amenities and attractions, enveloped by the Lake District National Park, The Bird's Nest offers a well-equipped base for a family of six, looking to enjoy the countryside with their furry companion in tow. Park up off-road or to the roadside, before travelling through the enclosed, wrap-around garden, ideal for alfresco mealtimes and late-night tipples. Step indoors to locate the compact yet well-equipped kitchen, where you can prepare meals to be enjoyed around the formal dining table. The sitting room offers a homely base to unwind, socialise and catch up with your favourite programmes, featuring a gas fire for those cooler nights. Catch some rest from one of three bedrooms on offer, including a king-size with TV and en-suite, a double, and a twin, all serviced by the bathroom. Enjoy a fresh coffee in the suntrap conservatory, with views out to the garden and its pretty blooms, before heading into the town to stock up on the essentials and to dine out, with a wealth of amenities on your doorstep. Ideal for all the family, head to The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction, tour the Windermere Jetty Museum - Stories of boats and steam, or take to Lake Windermere, by boat, kayak, or paddleboard, each offering breath-taking views of the Lakes. Travel north towards Ambleside for a day out filled with charm and nature, firstly stopping off at The Bridge House, followed by a visit to Stock Ghyll Force waterfall and Borrans Park, with Rydal Cave, and the River Rothay Grasmere Foot Bridge resting higher up to reach Grasmere and its attractions. With Kendal nearby, where you can tour Kendal Museum, practise your swing at Kendal Golf Club, or discover the remains of Kendal Castle, there's plenty to see and do from The Bird's Nest.
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
Single-storey.
Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size with TV and en-suite walk-in shower, basin, and WC, 1 x double, 1 x twin.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Dining room.
Sitting room with gas fire.
Conservatory.
Garage
Underfloor heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, coffee machine.
Smart TV, TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair and travel cot available.
Limited off-road parking for one small car in front of garage, plus additional roadside parking.
Enclosed, wrap-around garden with patio, lawn, several sets of furniture, and a chimenea.
One well-behaved dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.5 miles, pub 0.3 miles.
Note: The washer/dryer is housed in the garage.
Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out by 10am.
Note: This property does not allow EV charging.
Nearby points of interest
- Lake Windermere
- Hayes Garden World Ambleside
- Lakeland Motor Museum
- Laurel and Hardy Museum
Reviews (11)
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Sara
The place was well positioned right between Windermere and Bowness. There were, however, two things that let the place down. The first: a lack of any kitchen products, the house is meant for 6 but had one small frying pan. There were no spices, salt, tea, coffee or basic things you would expect of a holiday rental, including washing up liquid. Normally some of the bare essentials would be provided especially considering the cost. The second, our checkout was at 10. The cleaning lady arrived at 10 on the dot, whilst we were putting our shoes on and clearly on the way out. She vehemently told us we were meant to be out and had a busy day planned, I was a bit taken aback about her abruptness as we were literally leaving when she arrived. Not the best service.
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Margaret Elizabeth
..thank him X the position of the birds nest was excellent to get out and about
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Renata
Highly recommend this place for stay.