Family-friendly holiday rentals in Bowness-on-Windermere

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 131 reviews

Guest suite

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.

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 263 reviews

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.

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 213 reviews

Tiny home

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!

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 161 reviews

Home

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.

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 283 reviews

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.

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 324 reviews

Home

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.

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 100 reviews

Cottage

Boutique Cottage in Bowness with Garden & Parking

Brantfell Cottage is a beautiful mid-terrace, stone-built holiday cottage tucked away in an idyllic, elevated position above Bowness village and a stones throw from Brant Fell and the start of the famous ‘Dalesway Walk’. Fully refurbished in 2022 the cottage offers cosy, contemporary accommodation and is in an ideal location, away from the crowds but only a short stroll down the hill to the village and Lake Windermere. PROUD to be named Faraway Lucy’s No1 Lake District Airbnb 2024.

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 115 reviews

Cabin

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.

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 490 reviews

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.

4.96 out of 5 average rating, 282 reviews

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.

4.83 out of 5 average rating, 453 reviews

Flat

Admiral's Nest (Central Bowness)

This charming four hundred year old property is ideally situated in the very heart of the beautiful village of Bowness on Windermere. Located a stone’s throw from Lake Windermere and on a well-known picturesque pedestrian street that houses some of the area’s finest eateries and shops, this well-equipped two bedroom apartment is the ideal place to enjoy all the delights that the stunning Lake District has to offer.