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Antrona, Bowness

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Rating
3.6
out of 5
Guest Rating
Rating
3.6
out of 5
Cumbria » Bowness
Sleeps up to 4
Pets 1
Bedrooms: 2

Antrona is a contemporary two-bedroom apartment in Windermere, Lake District. This stylish Lakeland property sleeps four guests and sits just a five-minute walk from Windermere village. The spacious open-plan living area features a wood burner and large Smart TV. The elevated kitchen overlooks the dining space.

The location puts you within walking distance of Lake Windermere and Bowness. Windermere village offers shops and restaurants. Local buses, trains and boats are easily accessible. Orrest Head, School Knott and Brantfell provide excellent walking routes nearby.

The apartment includes one king-size bedroom and one twin bedroom. Both rooms are comfortable and well-furnished. The bathroom has a shower over a large bath.

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About Antrona

Antrona is a contemporary two-bedroom apartment in Windermere, Lake District. This stylish Lakeland property sleeps four guests and sits just a five-minute walk from Windermere village. The spacious open-plan living area features a wood burner and large Smart TV. The elevated kitchen overlooks the dining space.

The location puts you within walking distance of Lake Windermere and Bowness. Windermere village offers shops and restaurants. Local buses, trains and boats are easily accessible. Orrest Head, School Knott and Brantfell provide excellent walking routes nearby.

The apartment includes one king-size bedroom and one twin bedroom. Both rooms are comfortable and well-furnished. The bathroom has a shower over a large bath. The modern kitchen comes with a dishwasher and washing machine. A small outdoor deck provides seating for morning coffee.

Grizedale Forest Park lies 8 miles away (20 minutes). Ambleside is 5 miles north (15 minutes). Kendal sits 8.7 miles away (25 minutes). Bowness is within walking distance.

Perfect for couples or small families wanting a central Lake District base. Antrona combines modern comfort with easy access to everything Windermere offers.

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Antrona Attractions & Days Out

Explore the wonderful attractions and activities surrounding Antrona during your stay. Find the best places to visit and things to do in the local area, all conveniently organised by distance and type. Charming villages to lively and exciting attractions - there's something for everyone to enjoy. Browse through our categories including attractions, walks & outdoor activities, shopping destinations and handy tips on getting around. Plan your perfect day out. Whether you're looking for family fun, romantic experiences, or pet-friendly adventures, this cottage provides an ideal base to explore Cumbria's fantastic days out. Click on any attraction for more detailed information including address, opening times and visitor tips.

Orrest Head
Distance: 1.2 miles
LA23 1NH
Windermere Lake Cruises
Distance: 0.8 miles
LA23 3HQ
The World of Beatrix Potter
Distance: 0.9 miles
LA23 3BX
Brantfell Summit Walk
Distance: 1.5 miles
LA23 1LA
Lake Windermere Shore Path
Distance: 0.8 miles
LA23 3JH
School Knott Trail
Distance: 1.8 miles
LA23 1LF
Windermere Village Shops
Distance: 0.3 miles
LA23 1AF
Booths Supermarket
Distance: 0.4 miles
LA23 2AD
Bowness Shopping Centre
Distance: 0.9 miles
LA23 3BT
Windermere Railway Station
Distance: 0.4 miles
LA23 1AF
Windermere Bus Station
Distance: 0.3 miles
LA23 1BA
Bowness Pier
Distance: 0.9 miles
LA23 3HQ
Orrest Head
Distance: 1.2 miles
LA23 1NH
Windermere Lake Cruises
Distance: 0.8 miles
LA23 3HQ
The World of Beatrix Potter
Distance: 0.9 miles
LA23 3BX
Brantfell Summit Walk
Distance: 1.5 miles
LA23 1LA
Lake Windermere Shore Path
Distance: 0.8 miles
LA23 3JH
School Knott Trail
Distance: 1.8 miles
LA23 1LF
Windermere Village Shops
Distance: 0.3 miles
LA23 1AF
Booths Supermarket
Distance: 0.4 miles
LA23 2AD
Bowness Shopping Centre
Distance: 0.9 miles
LA23 3BT
Windermere Railway Station
Distance: 0.4 miles
LA23 1AF
Windermere Bus Station
Distance: 0.3 miles
LA23 1BA
Bowness Pier
Distance: 0.9 miles
LA23 3HQ

Is Antrona Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families
Children can explore Lake Windermere's shore paths and visit The World of Beatrix Potter attraction 0.9 miles away. Orrest Head provides an easy family walk with stunning views. Windermere Lake Cruises offer boat trips suitable for all ages. The apartment includes a cot and highchair. Bowness has parks and ice cream shops within walking distance.
For Couples
The wood burner creates a romantic atmosphere for cosy evenings together. Walk hand-in-hand along Lake Windermere's shore or climb Orrest Head for sunset views. Windermere village offers restaurants and pubs within five minutes. The king-size bedroom provides comfortable accommodation. The outdoor deck is perfect for morning coffee together before exploring the Lakes.
Pet Friendly
Antrona welcomes dogs to join your Lake District adventure. The location provides immediate access to lakeside walks and fell paths. Orrest Head and Brantfell offer excellent dog-walking routes nearby. Lake Windermere's shore path is perfect for morning and evening strolls. Many local pubs and cafes welcome dogs. The apartment's central position means you can explore without long car journeys.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Antrona

The Crafty Baa

Located 0.3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA23 1DX

Francine's Restaurant

Located 0.2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA23 1AF

The Lamplighter Dining Rooms

Located 0.3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA23 1AF

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Antrona

Does this cottage have a hot tub?
No, Antrona does not have a hot tub. The property features a wood burner and outdoor deck seating instead.
Is it pet-friendly?
Yes, Antrona welcomes pets. A £200 Good Housekeeping Bond applies to all bookings.
How many people does Antrona sleep?
The apartment sleeps four guests across two bedrooms. One bedroom has a king-size bed and the other has twin beds.
What parking is available?
On-street parking is available near the property. The location is within walking distance of most local amenities.
Is there WiFi at the property?
Yes, broadband and WiFi are provided at Antrona. The apartment also features a large Smart TV in the living area.
What kitchen facilities are included?
The modern kitchen includes a dishwasher, washing machine and all necessary cooking equipment. The elevated design overlooks the open-plan living space.
Can I bring a cot and highchair?
Yes, both a cot and highchair are available at Antrona. Please request these items when making your booking.
What heating does the property have?
The apartment has gas central heating throughout. A wood burner in the living room provides additional warmth and atmosphere.

Antrona Reviews

Steven
The property location was ideal however the cleanliness was not up to standard at all. The kitchen was poorly cleaned. The oven was disgusting and we cleaned the top oven ourselves just to be able to use it. The standard of the plates and bowls was poor with several of them chipped. The floors were dirty and clearly hadnt been swept or vacuumed with crumbs all over the place, including on the sofas. The amount of dust throughout was embarrassing and the place could do with a thorough clean from top to bottom. The flooring in the downstairs bedroom was stained and cover by a rug. The carpets themselves are threadbare and not pleasing. The property has plenty of character and could be ideal with a little bit of TLC. Overall, it was disappointing to have to clean a place ourselves upon arrival however its location was great. Unfortunately we would not choose to stay here again. I have taken several photographs of the issues we experienced and would be happy to email on should you require to see any evidence.
Everything you needed was there. Very comfortable and clean will be booking again soon.
What a lovely property this is, in a quiet location that is central for everything you could need. Spacious, comfortable beds and extremely well equipped from all kitchen accessories right down to books, games, dvds. I have serious log fire envy
Rebecca
For the price of the stay, you would expect the general cleanliness of the property and kitchenware to be a lot better than it was. Dirty dish wear that needed to be rewashed before we used it for example. To only be left 3 pieces of wood for the log burner and no matches or lighter to start the fire was very disappointing, again for the amount of money paid you would expect to be provided with enough to last a night minimum. The WiFi kept dropping out for some reason so evenings were disrupted. There was a lot of noise from the neighbouring garage which I believe should be mentioned in the description of the property as this makes relaxed days in less relaxing.
Heather
It was in an ideal position to walk into windermere or a slightly longer walk down into bowness
The apartment is in a great central position for Windermere and Bownessonwindermere. Very well equipped and well furnished.
Lovely comfortable & cosy property well equipped wood burning stove was great good location, quiet but close to all amenities.
Staying in such a unique property was a delight. It's well situated for local amenities, and buses, train, and boats are all easily accessible. Windermere can be enjoyed on so many levels walking, shopping, visiting the cinema or theatre, boating, eatingdrinking. Something for everyone.
Excellent property in a great location next to Windermere Village and within easy walking distance of Bowness.
The property was in an excellent and in a good position. Quiet at night so no disturbances. Handy for Windermere village and a lovely walk into Bowness. Handy for all roads when travelling round the lakes. We had forgotten just how nice The lakes were as it was nearly 20 years since we had been.
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