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Cornflower Cottage Attractions & Days Out

Explore the wonderful attractions and activities surrounding Cornflower Cottage 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 Viewpoint
Distance: 1 mile
LA23 1ED
Bowness-on-Windermere & Lake Cruises
Distance: 1.5 miles
LA23 3HQ
Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway
Distance: 9 miles
LA12 8AL
School Knott Walk
Distance: 1.5 miles
LA23 2DN
Orrest Head Trail
Distance: 1 mile
LA23 1ED
Ambleside Waterfalls Walk (Stock Ghyll Force)
Distance: 5.5 miles
LA22 9BX
Windermere Town Centre Shops
Distance: 0.5 miles
LA23 1AB
Booths Supermarket Windermere
Distance: 0.4 miles
LA23 1BQ
Ambleside Town Shops
Distance: 5.2 miles
LA22 9AD
Windermere Railway Station
Distance: 0.4 miles
LA23 1EN
Windermere Lake Cruises Ferry
Distance: 1.5 miles
LA23 3HQ
Oxenholme Lake District Station
Distance: 9 miles
LA9 7DZ
Orrest Head Viewpoint
Distance: 1 mile
LA23 1ED
Bowness-on-Windermere & Lake Cruises
Distance: 1.5 miles
LA23 3HQ
Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway
Distance: 9 miles
LA12 8AL
School Knott Walk
Distance: 1.5 miles
LA23 2DN
Orrest Head Trail
Distance: 1 mile
LA23 1ED
Ambleside Waterfalls Walk (Stock Ghyll Force)
Distance: 5.5 miles
LA22 9BX
Windermere Town Centre Shops
Distance: 0.5 miles
LA23 1AB
Booths Supermarket Windermere
Distance: 0.4 miles
LA23 1BQ
Ambleside Town Shops
Distance: 5.2 miles
LA22 9AD
Windermere Railway Station
Distance: 0.4 miles
LA23 1EN
Windermere Lake Cruises Ferry
Distance: 1.5 miles
LA23 3HQ
Oxenholme Lake District Station
Distance: 9 miles
LA9 7DZ

Is Cornflower Cottage Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families
Cornflower Cottage is family friendly. Kids will love hiking to Orrest Head just one mile away and lake cruises from Bowness (1.5 miles). The Lakeside and Haverthwaite steam railway is a big hit with younger guests. The wood burner and games nights inside make wet weather days easy.
For Couples
A three-storey townhouse sleeping six is better suited to groups than couples but works well for two. The wood burner lounge is genuinely cosy. Lake Windermere is one mile away for evening walks. Ambleside restaurants are just over five miles away for a proper dinner out.
Pet Friendly
Up to two dogs are welcome at Cornflower Cottage. There is a porch for drying off and storing muddy kit after walks. Orrest Head and School Knott are both within 1.5 miles both excellent dog walks. The courtyard garden gives dogs outdoor space without needing to go out front.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Cornflower Cottage

The Crafty Baa

Located 0.3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA23 1BL

Francine's Restaurant Windermere

Located 0.4 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA23 1AQ

Hooked Restaurant & Bar

Located 0.5 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA23 1AD

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Cornflower Cottage

Does this cottage have a hot tub?
Cornflower Cottage does not have a hot tub. The property does have a wood burner in the lounge which is a great alternative for cosy evenings in.
Is Cornflower Cottage pet friendly?
Yes, up to two dogs are welcome at Cornflower Cottage. There is a porch for storing muddy boots and leads after walks on the nearby fells.
How many people does the cottage sleep?
The cottage sleeps six guests across three bedrooms one king-size and two doubles. It is well suited to families or groups of friends travelling together.
Where exactly is the cottage located?
Cornflower Cottage is in Windermere, Cumbria, in the heart of the Lake District. Shops and eateries are within 0.5 miles and the lake shore is just one mile away.
What parking is available?
Parking is on-street and subject to availability. There are three stone steps up to the front door so this is worth noting when planning your arrival.
What bathrooms does the cottage have?
There are two bathrooms a family bathroom with a bathtub on the first floor and an en-suite shower room attached to the ground-floor double bedroom.
What is the kitchen like?
The modern kitchen/diner has an electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and dishwasher. There is also a separate dining area on the ground floor for more formal meals.
What is there to do nearby?
You can hike to Orrest Head (1 mile) or School Knott (1.5 miles) directly from the cottage. Ambleside is just over five miles away and the Lakeside and Haverthwaite Railway is nearby for steam train trips.
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