Osprey - Luxury Boat House on the shore of Lake Windermere near to Bowness
House in Bowness-on-Windermere
6 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Includes essentialsKitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi, Parking and more
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About this house rental
Osprey Boat House has a large open plan lounge which has 2 very large settees, large TV with free view, Netflix and Infinity WiFi. The dining area can seat up to 6 people. The kitchen is fully fitted with Dishwasher, Washer/Dryer, Microwave. Oven and Hob. Patio doors lead from the lounge on to a large walk on Balcony giving you wonderful views of Lake Windermere and the mountains.
There are 3 bedrooms.
Bedroom 1 has king size bed bedside cabinets with large fitted wardrobes and plenty of drawer space leading to ensuite shower, basin and toilet and underfloor heating.
Bedroom 2 has king size bed with bedside cabinets, wardrobe and drawers.
Bedroom 3 has 2 single beds, bedside cabinets fully fitted wardrobe and drawers.
Family bathroom with bath, over head shower, toilet and basin, with underfloor heating.
There is a room for hanging coats and storing shoes and boots.
Osprey Boat House has private parking for 2 vehicles.
Lake Windermere is the largest lake in England and is in the Lake Districts National Park.
A beautiful place with stunning scenery very popular for water sports and plenty of walks available to everyone of all ability.
There are also some exceptionally well known restaurants in the surrounding area.
This property is in walking distance to Bowness where you will find a large choice of shops and restaurants. There is Beatrix Potters Attraction which also has a tea room. Cinema, Tennis, Pitch and Put and lots of different boating opportunities.
On the Glebe you can catch a Steamer to take you up and down the lake. Lakes Aquarium is at the southern end of the lake where you will also find Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway. There is also a dedicated bus which will take you to Lakeland Motor Museum.
Ambleside is at the northern end of the lake set amongst breathtaking majestic mountains, it is a very attractive Lakeland village with many outdoor shops and individual shops.
Brockhole is a visitor centre which has large gardens and play area for children which you can call in at when travelling on a steamer.
Blackwell the Arts & Crafts House is about 1 mile away and most definitely worth a visit.
Further afield you have Hill Top at Near Sawrey which is Beatrix Potter's home remaining very much as when she lived there.
Hawkshead is a true Lakeland Village with cobbled streets and clusters of whitewashed cottages huddles around secluded courtyards. There is once again a wide choice of individual shops
Grisedale Forest Park has an extensive range of marked trails.
Tarn Hows is a well known beauty spot which has easy access.
Ulverston is not too far away this is the home town of Stanley Laurel the partner of Oliver Hardy who became the well known slap stick duo Laurel & Hardy.
There are 3 bedrooms.
Bedroom 1 has king size bed bedside cabinets with large fitted wardrobes and plenty of drawer space leading to ensuite shower, basin and toilet and underfloor heating.
Bedroom 2 has king size bed with bedside cabinets, wardrobe and drawers.
Bedroom 3 has 2 single beds, bedside cabinets fully fitted wardrobe and drawers.
Family bathroom with bath, over head shower, toilet and basin, with underfloor heating.
There is a room for hanging coats and storing shoes and boots.
Osprey Boat House has private parking for 2 vehicles.
Lake Windermere is the largest lake in England and is in the Lake Districts National Park.
A beautiful place with stunning scenery very popular for water sports and plenty of walks available to everyone of all ability.
There are also some exceptionally well known restaurants in the surrounding area.
This property is in walking distance to Bowness where you will find a large choice of shops and restaurants. There is Beatrix Potters Attraction which also has a tea room. Cinema, Tennis, Pitch and Put and lots of different boating opportunities.
On the Glebe you can catch a Steamer to take you up and down the lake. Lakes Aquarium is at the southern end of the lake where you will also find Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway. There is also a dedicated bus which will take you to Lakeland Motor Museum.
Ambleside is at the northern end of the lake set amongst breathtaking majestic mountains, it is a very attractive Lakeland village with many outdoor shops and individual shops.
Brockhole is a visitor centre which has large gardens and play area for children which you can call in at when travelling on a steamer.
Blackwell the Arts & Crafts House is about 1 mile away and most definitely worth a visit.
Further afield you have Hill Top at Near Sawrey which is Beatrix Potter's home remaining very much as when she lived there.
Hawkshead is a true Lakeland Village with cobbled streets and clusters of whitewashed cottages huddles around secluded courtyards. There is once again a wide choice of individual shops
Grisedale Forest Park has an extensive range of marked trails.
Tarn Hows is a well known beauty spot which has easy access.
Ulverston is not too far away this is the home town of Stanley Laurel the partner of Oliver Hardy who became the well known slap stick duo Laurel & Hardy.
Amenities
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Family friendly
Map of Bowness-on-Windermere
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Reviews
10.0
An amazing property with a fantastic view. Easy to access and walking distance to Bowness and a short drive to Windermere and Ambleside. The apartment was very clean and had the amenities that you need for a pleasant stay. Great to have the view so you feel like you’re on holiday even if the weather isn’t great.
10.0
Beautiful property with great views across Windermere. Nice and quiet and easy walking distance from Bowness. Would definitely stay again!
10.0
We had a fabulous stay at this beautiful property. The locations is ideal, peaceful and relaxing, yet just a short walk to the bustling town centre. The house is very spacious, immaculately clean and so well equipped. But it’s the stunning views that make it so special. It’s a gem. Thank you for having us!
10.0
The boathouse was exactly as described and meticulously clean. The welcome package and fresh flowers were a nice touch and would not hesitate to stay here again.
10.0
Wonderful property - clean, spacious and comfortable
10.0
High quality accomodation right on Lake Windermere.
A short walk from Bowness and all its amenities, 1 minute from the Ferry. Immaculate presentation, very well equipped and attention to detail.
A most welcome "Welcome Pack" accompanied by a very thoughtful birthday card and bottle of fizz. Our memorable occasion became just a little bit more memorable. Many thanks to our wonderful host Helen, who we never saw but we felt well attended to!
This property is highly recommended to any discerning travellers looking for higher end self catering accomodation in a prime location with beautiful lakeland views.
10.0
Everything we needed, all very clean and lovely interiors.
Gorgeous views and easily accessible to walk to Bowness
Would recommend and go again
Thank you.
10.0
Wonderful vacation home. The boat house was totally as described and fit for our needs. Clean luxurious and meticulously maintained it was a great vacation.
The lake/marina views combined with a quiet yet very accessible location was amazing. Being able to walk to the ferry was an added bonus.
10.0
This really was the perfect place to stay on lake Windemere, with the most amazing views, and close enough to Bowness to walk in. The house was most thoughtfully planned out, and all on one level making it easy for those less mobile too. And the lovely host Helen was incredible, dealing with every request and question with a calm helpful friendly manner. A truly wonderful place to meet my Uk family and catch up while visiting from nz.
10.0
Stunning boathouse in a beautiful location. Exce
10.0
The Boathouse is in a beautiful location with an easy 15 minute walk to the centre of Bowness. It’s immaculately presented and furnished with everything you could wish for. The balcony was perfect for enjoying the lake and it’s views especially in the warm weather enjoyed on our week.
10.0
We really loved the location of this property- directly overlooking Lake Windermere and just a short walk along a traffic-free path through lovely surroundings to Bowness for a wide choice of restaurants. The property itself was immaculate. We highly recommend it.
10.0
The boathouse could not have been more perfect and the views breathtaking when we walked in. The icing on the cake was our charter yacht was moored just below waiting for us. Thank you for the welcome pack, your wonderful home and the rose wine which we drank on the balcony in the sunshine, watching the world go by.
10.0
Lovely, modern, clean boathouse, with loads of extra, kind touches. We will be back.
10.0
Osprey boat house is beautiful, a really lovely place to stay. We all loved the location, a short walk from Bowness, so away from the hustle and bustle of a small town, but close enough to all amenities. The view from the balcony is amazing, and we really enjoyed sitting watching the boats and the sunsets. The boat house is of a very high standard and Helen’s welcome pack on arrival was really appreciated. Helen lives close by so was on hand if we needed anything and responded quickly to any queries we had prior to our stay. The Lake District is a beautiful area to visit and the boat house is a real home from home to return to after days out exploring the local area. Definitely one we will be returning to!
10.0
The communication from Helen was brilliant, everything was clearly set out , on entry to the property it was clean, fresh and the quality of the interior furnishings and utilities were just what you would expect from a luxury rental like this. The view from the balcony is so peaceful and the sun works it’s way across all day, kayaking next door which is great fun and boat hire on the jetty’s below for sailing experiences, my parents joined us for the weekend and Helen made a special visit to drop of wine and chocolates for there anniversary, I would and have already recommended staying here and we will be back again for sure , thanks again Helen
5.0
A good experience with tremendous - but unobtrusive - support from the property manager. Very comfortable in a stunning lakeside location. The whole experience was very straightforward and greatly enjoyed.
5.0
Osprey House is a beautiful home with stunning views from the balcony over Lake Windermere. Centrally located but peaceful location - we found it an ideal base for seeing a lot of the Lake District. Helen couldn’t have been lovelier or more helpful throughout, and the welcome pack and attention to detail in the house were fantastic. We couldn’t recommend highly enough!
10.0
The boathouse is done to a very high standard, with everything you need in the house.
The views are amazing, it such a quiet peaceful location. Yet your in walking distance to everything.
10.0
This property is amazing in an amazing setting.
10.0
From the moment we arrived we were very impressed by the Osprey boathouse. It was clean, warm and very well presented. Helen had provided a substantial welcome pack and fresh flowers. Great to have a good quality coffee machine! We went out and about during the mornings, but after lunch took advantage of the balcony and great views over the lake. Ideal position for walking into Bowness and local restaurants. We do a lot of cottage holidays and Osprey has gone to the top of our list. Would definitely like to return.
10.0
We were four adults sharing for a week, with spectacular weather.
Beautifully presented, with thoughtful welcome pack. Consideration was given to our comfort in the heat of summer, with extra fans and appropriate bedding.
Level access to the whole property was great for elderly parents, with limited mobility.
Overall a very enjoyable week.
10.0
We were so lucky to have only part of one day with rain with the remainder in sunshine. It was nice to be able to revisit old haunts and see friends who live there. All in all a lovely short break
10.0
We hired the boathouse to say goodbye to a friend who is emigrating and celebrate a couple of birthdays. The location and views are stunning- such a peaceful and relaxing spot. The boathouse is well equipped and well furnished with lovely personal finishing touches to help your stay get off to a great start. I am sure we will return. We loved it.
10.0
Fantastic views.
10.0
We thoroughly enjoyed our long weekend break at Osprey Boat House. The accommodation has delightful views, is very well equipped and cosy for the cooler days.
Helen very kindly also surprised us with a welcome pack to include a bottle of champagne as it was my birthday on our arrival day.
So much to see within walking distance and very well placed for touring the rest of the lakes.
I can highly recommend and we hope to return one day!
10.0
One of the best properties we have stayed at lovely and clean great location just 10 minutes walk to Bowness.osprey boat house situated next door to a water sports shop we went out in a kayak brilliant fun.Helen the owner couldn't do enough any problems she was just a phone call away needed a cot for the baby and Helen organised one for us and thank you very much Helen and thank you for the lovely welcome pack a lovely touch hope to come and stay with you again kind regards woodhouse and swan family
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Bowness-on-Windermere?
The average price for a rental in Bowness-on-Windermere is $216 per night. This rental is $423 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Osprey - Luxury Boat House on the shore of Lake Windermere near to Bowness . For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Osprey - Luxury Boat House on the shore of Lake Windermere near to Bowness pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Osprey - Luxury Boat House on the shore of Lake Windermere near to Bowness ?
We found 8 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, parking, laundry, and balcony or patio.
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