Beech How Cottage is a two-storey waterside house on the banks of Lake Windermere in Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria. Set on the side of a wooded hill with direct lake access via a private footpath, this three-bedroom property sleeps six and sits right on the water's edge. The reverse-level layout puts the living room on the first floor to make the most of the fell and lake views.

The woodland garden is sprawling and ideal for kids to explore. Bowness-on-Windermere is 3.5 miles away with boat hire and an independent cinema. Cockshot Point is 3 miles away a great spot on a sunny day. Gummer's How walk starts 3.5 miles away and ends at a pub.

The cottage sleeps six across three bedrooms. The ground floor super-king bedroom overlooks the woodland garden. Two first-floor rooms offer a double and a twin. There are two bathrooms a ground floor shower room and a first-floor family bathroom with a bath.

The World of Beatrix Potter (3.5 miles) is a family favourite. Windermere Lake Cruises depart from Bowness Pier (3.5 miles). Hill Top, Beatrix Potter's farmhouse near Near Sawrey, is around 6 miles away. Grizedale Forest is approximately 8 miles away for cycling and walking trails.

Private parking for three cars and immediate lake access make Beech How Cottage stand out. Best for families or groups wanting a proper Lakeland base with water on the doorstep. No hot tub but the views more than compensate.