About Fern Bank Cottage

Fern Bank Cottage sits between Bowness-on-Windermere and Windermere village in the Lake District. This tastefully furnished cottage sleeps 4 guests across two well-sized bedrooms. The property features a modern bathroom and a luxury slate-tiled wet room.

The location puts you within walking distance of Lake Windermere's shores. A bus stop at the end of the road connects you to the wider Lake District. Local shops and restaurants line the streets of both Bowness and Windermere.

The super king bedroom offers plenty of storage space. A second king size bedroom provides comfortable accommodation. The living room includes a feature fireplace and bookcase filled with games and DVDs. The kitchen comes equipped with an electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher and washing machine. Gas central heating and a gas fire keep the cottage warm.

The World of Beatrix Potter sits 1.5 miles away (6 minutes drive). Brockhole visitor centre is 3 miles distant (8 minutes). Grizedale Forest offers walking trails 8 miles away (18 minutes). Ambleside lies 5 miles north (12 minutes).

Fern Bank Cottage works perfectly for couples or small families wanting easy access to both Windermere and Bowness. The two bathrooms and well-equipped kitchen make longer stays comfortable.

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Need To Know

✓Gas central heating
✓Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, dryer, tv with fire stick, dvd, wifi
✓Fuel and power included in rent
✓Bed linen and towels included in rent
✓On street parking
✓Two small pets welcome
✓Secure storeage for bikes
✓Patio with furniture
✓Small front garden
✓Sorry, no smoking
✓Pub and shop nearby

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Fern Bank Cottage Attractions & Days Out

Explore the wonderful attractions and activities surrounding Fern Bank 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.

Blackwell

Distance: 2.3 miles (5 min drive)

LA23 3JT

Orrest Head

Distance: 1.3 miles (5 min drive)

LA23 1AP

Lakes Aquarium

Distance: 9.4 miles (17 min drive)

LA12 8AS

Millenium Gardens

Distance: 0.2 miles (4 min walk)

LA23 2EF

Dales Way

Distance: 0.9 miles (3 min drive)

School Knott

Distance: 1.1 miles (5 min drive)

LA23 2DS

Oakwood Farm Bakery

Distance: 0.4 miles (8 min walk)

LA23 3AP

Fell & Fold

Distance: 0.5 miles (1 min drive)

LA23 3BJ

Booths

Distance: 0.9 miles (3 min drive)

LA23 1QA

Windermere Station

Distance: 0.9 miles (3 min drive)

LA23 1AH

Kendal Bus Station

Distance: 8.9 miles (15 min drive)

LA9 4BT

Bowness Pier 1

Distance: 0.8 miles (2 min drive)

LA23 3HQ

Blackwell

Distance: 2.3 miles (5 min drive)

LA23 3JT

Orrest Head

Distance: 1.3 miles (5 min drive)

LA23 1AP

Lakes Aquarium

Distance: 9.4 miles (17 min drive)

LA12 8AS

Millenium Gardens

Distance: 0.2 miles (4 min walk)

LA23 2EF

Dales Way

Distance: 0.9 miles (3 min drive)

School Knott

Distance: 1.1 miles (5 min drive)

LA23 2DS

Oakwood Farm Bakery

Distance: 0.4 miles (8 min walk)

LA23 3AP

Fell & Fold

Distance: 0.5 miles (1 min drive)

LA23 3BJ

Booths

Distance: 0.9 miles (3 min drive)

LA23 1QA

Windermere Station

Distance: 0.9 miles (3 min drive)

LA23 1AH

Kendal Bus Station

Distance: 8.9 miles (15 min drive)

LA9 4BT

Bowness Pier 1

Distance: 0.8 miles (2 min drive)

LA23 3HQ

Is Fern Bank Cottage Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families

The cottage provides a cot and highchair for young children. The living room bookcase holds games and DVDs for entertainment. The World of Beatrix Potter attraction sits just 1.5 miles away. Brockhole visitor centre offers adventure playgrounds and activities 3 miles distant. Lake Windermere provides boat trips and watersports within walking distance. The courtyard patio gives safe outdoor space.

For Couples

Two bathrooms mean no morning rush. The feature fireplace and gas fire create cosy evenings. The dining room doubles as a quiet space for morning coffee. Lake Windermere sits within walking distance for romantic strolls. Local restaurants and tea rooms line the streets of both nearby villages. The super king bedroom offers space and comfort. Gas central heating keeps the cottage warm throughout.

Pet Friendly

Fern Bank Cottage welcomes up to 2 dogs. The courtyard patio provides outdoor space for pets. An outside toilet facility proves handy when sitting outdoors. The garden area suits dogs well. Walking routes to Lake Windermere and surrounding fells start from the doorstep. Grizedale Forest offers extensive dog walking trails 8 miles away. Local villages provide dog-friendly pubs and cafes.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Fern Bank Cottage

The Crafty Baa

Located 0.8 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA23 3BU

Francine's Restaurant

Located 0.9 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA23 3EE

The Royal Oak Inn

Located 0.7 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA23 3EG

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Fern Bank Cottage

Does this cottage have a hot tub?

No, Fern Bank Cottage does not have a hot tub. The property features a modern bathroom and luxury slate-tiled wet room instead.

Is it pet friendly?

Yes, Fern Bank Cottage welcomes up to 2 dogs. The property has a courtyard patio area suitable for pets.

How many people does Fern Bank Cottage sleep?

The cottage sleeps 4 guests across two bedrooms. One bedroom has a super king bed and the other features a king size bed.

What facilities are in the kitchen?

The kitchen includes an electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washing machine and dryer. It has access to the courtyard patio area.

Is there parking at the property?

Street parking is available outside the cottage. There are no dedicated parking spaces but guests report no issues finding spaces nearby.

What time is check in and check out?

Check in is from 3 PM onwards. Check out is at 10 AM on your departure day.

How far is it to Lake Windermere?

Lake Windermere is within walking distance from the cottage. The property sits between Bowness-on-Windermere and Windermere village with easy lake access.

Are towels and linen provided?

Yes, all bed linen and towels are provided at Fern Bank Cottage. The property comes fully equipped for your stay.

Fern Bank Cottage Reviews

A warm and cosy welcome after an 8 hour drive just perfect! Lots of lovely, thoughtful touches and a stunning decor we have come away with lots of ideas for our house renovation! Thank you Sam & Jackie clearly so much work goes into Fern Bank Cottage we will be back!

Vivien

Your cottage is extremely comfortable and homely and I had a good stay there with my daughter and 3 yr old grandson. For those who dont want to drive all the time or who arrive by public transport the location is very convenient. And despite the proximity to Bowness Bay which is obviously busy it is possible to find quiet places within walking distance like the woods across the road, biskey how, post knott etc. There are lots of attractions suitable for small children near by. The soft play at Brockhole was a particular hit on a very wet afternoon. A couple of minor maintenance issues, one ring on cooker didn't seem to be working, a couple of tiles in the front room fireplace look like they are about to fall off and the taps on the washbasin in the shower room have to be turned off excessively tightly to stop the taps dripping. Other than the above the accommodation is in very good condition and it felt like a lot of thought had been put into preparing it for guests. Appreciated the ease of control of the CH as temperature had dropped suddenly as compared to the south! Thanks Viv Dorset

Lovely house in a great location. Everything we could possibly have needed was provided. We had a wonderful stay and will be back again in the future!

Pamela

Fernbank was a home from home. Everything you could need was supplied. We were two couples and there was plenty of room for us to be together or separate. The property was very clean and tastefully decorated. It had a lovely courtyard garden to catch the sunshine in. It is in an ideal location between Bowness and Windermere in walking distance of the lake, boat trips, cafes and restaurants and shops. Parking outside the property was easy. It was a wonderful house for a holiday.

Rodney

We visit the Lake District every Summer with our two small dogs and have stayed at Fern Bank Cottage multiple times. We still consider this our 1st accommodation option, an ideal location right between Windermere and Bowness.

Kathryn

We really enjoyed our stay at this cottage. It has a really cosy feel and enjoyed the decor. Lovely to have a dining room and sat there in the morning watching a robin building a nest in the Ivy. Great location for the Lake District. We will definitely be back!

The owners have done a fantastic job with their property in helping to make guests feel comfortable. Local information about the area is placed around the property. The property was super clean and everything that you could need home from home was available to use. The decoration was professional and muted colours for relaxed mood. First night was an issue as radiators were not working in each of the 2 bedrooms and these rooms were extremely cold. Especially for my 82 year old mother. This I resolved by purchasing a radiator key from screwfix in Kendal the next morning and bleeding the air from the radiators. This is the only issue we had, so as much at the time it was an issue, I resolved it and did not have any issues with the property. Of course a few tweaks could be done to improve the property a little, but I would not mention them as I am sure the owners know what they are and I am sure they have plans to do do the improvements. They seem to know what they are doing. For anyone that are looking for a decent , smart , homely property to stay, than look no further. This would suit anyone. We would defiantly stay again, if we could endue the 8 hour drive again. We did break a Mug accidently, but we did purchase a replacement and left this for the owner. We found the Sykes cottage message service on this issue absolutely useless. Which makes me wonder that if there was a serious issue, Sykes cottage support service would not be good enough! Kudos to owners of this cottage. You are doing a great job with your property.

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