About Greenbank Cottage

Greenbank Cottage is a semi-detached three-bedroom house in Winster near Bowness-on-Windermere. This property sits in a secluded spot with spectacular valley views. The cottage holds a 4-star award from Visit England.

The Lake District National Park surrounds you here. Private woodland behind the cottage gives you space to explore. Walking trails start from your door. Local pubs sit within walking distance. Bowness-on-Windermere is 3.7 miles away.

Three king-size bedrooms sleep six guests. Each king-size bed converts to twins on request. The ground-floor bedroom overlooks rolling hills. Two first-floor bedrooms face fields and woodland. A ground-floor shower room and first-floor bathroom with bath serve the house. The kitchen holds an electric oven, microwave, fridge/freezer and washer/dryer. A woodburning stove warms the living room.

The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction (1.5 miles, 5 minutes) entertains families. Lake Windermere (3.7 miles, 10 minutes) offers watersports and boat trips. Kendal (7 miles, 15 minutes) has shops and Kendal Castle. Grizedale Forest (8 miles, 20 minutes) provides mountain biking trails.

Greenbank Cottage suits families with dogs wanting Lake District access and woodland privacy.

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Need To Know

✓Electrical storage heaters throughout
✓Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and washer/dryer
✓Tv and wifi
✓Bed linen and towels included in rent
✓Off-road parking for 3 cars
✓Private enclosed lawn
✓Woodland is for the exclusive use of cottage guests and the residents of the house next door enclosed rear patio with furniture
✓Two well behaved pets welcome
✓No smoking
✓Shop 3.6 miles, pub 0.8 miles
✓Please note no stag or hen parties
✓Nb: unfortunately, we cannot facilitate a sunday arrival

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Greenbank Cottage Attractions & Days Out

Explore the wonderful attractions and activities surrounding Greenbank 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.

World of Beatrix Potter Attraction

Distance: 1.5 miles

LA23 3BX

Lake Windermere

Distance: 3.7 miles

LA23 3HQ

Grizedale Forest

Distance: 8 miles

LA22 0QJ

Orrest Head Viewpoint

Distance: 4 miles

LA23 1LA

Troutbeck Valley Walk

Distance: 5 miles

LA23 1PG

Gummer's How

Distance: 6 miles

LA23 1NH

Booths Windermere

Distance: 4 miles

LA23 1DX

Bowness Village Shops

Distance: 3.7 miles

LA23 3BT

Kendal Town Centre

Distance: 7 miles

LA9 4DP

Windermere Lake Cruises

Distance: 3.7 miles

LA23 3HQ

Lakeland Motor Museum

Distance: 9 miles

LA11 6NW

Blackwell Arts & Crafts House

Distance: 2.5 miles

LA23 3JT

World of Beatrix Potter Attraction

Distance: 1.5 miles

LA23 3BX

Lake Windermere

Distance: 3.7 miles

LA23 3HQ

Grizedale Forest

Distance: 8 miles

LA22 0QJ

Orrest Head Viewpoint

Distance: 4 miles

LA23 1LA

Troutbeck Valley Walk

Distance: 5 miles

LA23 1PG

Gummer's How

Distance: 6 miles

LA23 1NH

Booths Windermere

Distance: 4 miles

LA23 1DX

Bowness Village Shops

Distance: 3.7 miles

LA23 3BT

Kendal Town Centre

Distance: 7 miles

LA9 4DP

Windermere Lake Cruises

Distance: 3.7 miles

LA23 3HQ

Lakeland Motor Museum

Distance: 9 miles

LA11 6NW

Blackwell Arts & Crafts House

Distance: 2.5 miles

LA23 3JT

Is Greenbank Cottage Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families

The private woodland behind Greenbank Cottage gives children space to explore and play safely. The enclosed lawn and patio provide secure outdoor areas for games. The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction sits 1.5 miles away. Lake Windermere offers boat trips and watersports 3.7 miles from the cottage. Grizedale Forest has adventure playgrounds and Go Ape activities 8 miles away.

For Couples

Greenbank Cottage offers couples a secluded retreat with spectacular valley views. The woodburning stove creates cosy evenings after exploring Lake District trails. Two first-floor king-size bedrooms provide peaceful spaces. The private woodland gives romantic walks from your door. Local pubs within walking distance serve evening meals. Lake Windermere sits 3.7 miles away for sunset boat trips.

Pet Friendly

Two well-behaved dogs are welcome at Greenbank Cottage. The private woodland behind the property gives dogs freedom to explore off-lead safely. An enclosed lawn and patio provide secure outdoor space. Multiple walking trails start from the cottage door. The ground-floor accommodation means easy access for older dogs. Reviews praise the woodland as perfect for dog walking.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Greenbank Cottage

The Brown Horse Inn

Located 0.5 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA23 1NW

The Masons Arms Strawberry Bank

Located 2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA11 6NN

Francine's Windermere

Located 4 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA23 1AF

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Greenbank Cottage

Does this cottage have a hot tub?

No, Greenbank Cottage does not have a hot tub. The property features a woodburning stove, enclosed garden and private woodland instead.

Is it pet friendly?

Yes, Greenbank Cottage welcomes two well-behaved dogs. The private woodland behind the cottage provides excellent space for dog walking and exercise.

How many bedrooms does Greenbank Cottage have?

The cottage has three king-size bedrooms sleeping six guests. Each king-size bed can be converted to twin beds on request.

What parking is available?

Off-road parking for three cars is provided at the property. This gives plenty of space for multiple vehicles or guests arriving separately.

Is there a ground floor bedroom?

Yes, a king-size bedroom with views of rolling hills sits on the ground floor. A shower room with walk-in shower is also located on the ground floor.

What facilities are in the kitchen?

The kitchen includes an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and washer/dryer. All essential cookware and utensils are provided for self-catering.

How far is Lake Windermere?

Lake Windermere is 3.7 miles from the cottage, approximately 10 minutes by car. Bowness-on-Windermere sits at the same distance with shops and restaurants.

What heating does the property have?

Electrical storage heaters throughout the cottage provide heating. A woodburning stove in the living room adds extra warmth and atmosphere.

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Greenbank Cottage Reviews

Very poor and tired cottage.

Pauline

We had a lovely time at this cottage at Xmas as a family of 4 with 2 dogs The ... We had a lovely time at this cottage at Xmas as a family of 4 with 2 dogs The owners were just so friendly and helpful and to top it off was the outstanding private woods at the back for lovely walks with the dogs It is in a perfect spot for exploring nearby places of the lakes We definitely didnt want to leave and lol forward to going back again

We had a fabulous stay at Greenbank. Everything you need is provided and the owners where very helpful when we had any questions while we where staying at the cottage. Our stay was very relaxing and we all loved watching the birds through the living room window we even spotted a few rare ones! The dogs and us loved the garden and private woodland beyond. The lovely welcome gift of bubbly and crisps on arrival was a nice touch.

Absolutely beautiful property. Ideally located for all the tourist attractions nearby. Property was very comfortable and had everything you need. The downstairs bedroom and bathroom were fantastic for my father. Beautiful gardens and the woodland behind were great for the dog he did not appreciate all the grooming required after a walk through. Would definitely stay here again.

We spent a lovely week at Greenbank Cottage. The cottage was just as described and in a beautiful and quiet location. The cottage had everything we needed and more. The private wood is a real gem when you have a dog. We particularly enjoyed watching the birds visiting the bird feeders. Thank you for a great week!

What a perfect cottage. . everything you need to have a home from home ...1 thing missing...A DISHWASHER .. I had to retrain in the ancient art of washing up. Thank you.

Suzanne

We had a lovely holiday in our favourite county. The cottage was exactly as your photos showed and very comfortable. We could not fault any of the amenities and the garden and secure wood was a favourite of our 5 year old granddaughter, especially watching the birds and identifying them and also watching the acrobatics of the squirrel pinching the peanuts. Thank you for our stay, also for the bottle of prosecco, which I thoroughly enjoyed as it was my birthday.

Angela

We had a wonderful time at Greenbank. This is my third trip and will definitely be going again! Lovely comfy cosy cottage, beautiful surroundings, and a fantastic place to get away from it all. Set away from the hustle and bustle but close enough to get out and about when we felt like it. Lots of lovely local dog friendly pubs. Dogs had a great time lovely enclosed garden and wood to walk in.

This is a great property fantastic location Everything you need for a great ... This is a great property fantastic location Everything you need for a great stay The grounds are fantastic to explore Would recommend this to anybody

Greenbank Cottage is a well equipped cosy Cottage with everything you need. Only thing missing was a soap dish by sink in lower floor bathroom but we used a saucer. Digs loved the garden and woodland. Plenty of good dog friendly pubs nearby with lovely food but advise you to book as they get busy. Owners Ruth & Craig very helpful and friendly.

Absolutely delighted with our stay at this charming holiday house, Greenbank Cottage, we were a family of 2 plus a very well behaved dog. The house had everything you could need and was very clean and tidy. The property exceeded our expectations in every way. Greenbank was like a home from home, from the minute we arrived we felt relaxed and the welcome package was a lovely touch the host has thought of everything to make your stay comfortable and enjoyable. The house itself was beautifully appointed, with a cozy, welcoming atmosphere that made us feel right at home. Every detail was thoughtfully considered, from the comfortable furnishings to the wellequipped kitchen. The secure garden was a perfect feature for our dog knowing she could play freely without any worries was a huge relief. One of the highlights of our stay was the nearby private wood. It provided a serene and picturesque backdrop for our daily walks. The wooded area felt like a hidden gem and the dog loved the freedom of being off the lead as it is completely secure. . Overall, this holiday house is a perfect retreat for anyone looking to unwind and enjoy a bit of nature. We can't wait to return and experience it all over again! We would highly recommend Greenbank Cottage to others. We will hopefully visit again in the future.

Andrew Gordon

Great property clean and in an ideal place for walking

Lovely home in a fantastic surrounding, beautiful gardens a large woodland and a spotless brook running through it with fish, it's so good for all groups children, teens, older group and dogs our dogs didn't want to come home, house is comfortable great shower downstairs only slight issue is no dryer or drying room and no dishwasher but that's being very picky, there lots of books games and tv with good wifi. And house is in a great position lovely pub a minutes drive away, and short drive into bowness so quiet so relaxing in a wonderfull area as ive said 1010

Would be a good idea to have some oven gloves available. Also worth sharpening the knives. Lovely place to stay

The property is in a quiet location with an outstanding outlook. The private woods is ideal to walk your dog in. The property is not too far from Bowness on Windermere. The cottage was very comfortable and a good time was had by all of us there.

Angela

This holiday cottage is our home from home, hence this was our fourth visit. It has everything you could wish for in a holiday home Ruth and Craig the cottages friendly owners and their beautiful Collie Bella, a well equipped kitchen, comfortable beds, peace and tranquillity, a safe garden and wood to walk your dog if you have one. Its near Windermere 10 mins, or Kendal 20ish mins if you require shops. Thank you we shall be back.

Comfortable cottage with great garden and access to woods, dog loved it. A short walk to a welcoming pub and great walks all around. Don't use the postcode it takes you off the main road to the wrong property, use What3words

The property was fantastic, great location, handy for several pubs the brown horse was excellent and close to Bowness for takeaway. The garden and the woods were fantastic and really handy for an evening run with the dog.

Theresa

We found the kitchen and bathroom to be well appointed and the beds were very comfortable. The house was clean and tidy. Access to the woods was great, the dog absolutely loved her walks there. It was lovely to see the birds feasting through the lounge and kitchen windows. It was a great location for sightseeing. The only downside was when we arrived at the property. Unfortunately the house was freezing cold which was not a warm welcome at all. The storage heaters didnt come on until the following day and the house only became warm on the day we left. The storage heaters in the downstairs bedroom did not work until the last day so we spent two very cold nights there and had to find an additional quilt to stay warm.

Callum

Invasive and rude owners entered the garden and peered through the windows at us, without even introducing themselves, no way to treat paying guests. We left early as we felt unsafe with this intrusion.

Greenbank cottage is fantastic for your dogs as the garden is truly enclosed and secure. We enjoyed leaving the kitchen door open for them to come and go. Our only concern was the cream carpet in the lounge but we'd brought waterproof throws that covered it to prevent any inadvertent paw marks. The downstairs shower room is luxurious with plenty of room and storage. The cottage was warm and kitchen had everything we needed for cooking. Its quite remote so definitely need a car. The only down side to the area is the lack of pavements for taking the dogs for a walk before bed. They made up by having more daytime walks and using the garden at night. Over all a great stay.

We had a lovely stay at the property and really enjoyed the garden and the woods. We were able to have some lovely off leash dog walks in the private woodland. It's a peaceful spot and an excellent base for visiting various places in the area. Whilst the property and grounds were very good, there are a few matters that could be addressed The ceiling light in the lounge doesn't work and the table lamps do not give adequate lighting to the room. The downstairs toilet seat needs fixing. The shower in the downstairs bathroom is very temperamental. The heating in the property was on minimum, which for us was OK. However, we were surprised at the level of condensation on the inside of windows especially in the bedroom and lounge.

Very enjoyable thanks! Great walking. Great garden for dogs enjoyed seeing birds feeding. Motor museum very worth a visit. Brown horse is best for food!

An absolute gem of a cottage that gave us the most comfortable relaxing stay.

Clean, cosy, well equipped and beautiful accommodation. Some lovely personal touches, bird feeders stocked, fire prepped, flowers biscuits and Prosecco ready for our enjoyment. Fantastic location with enclosed well maintained gardens and our own woodland, whats not to love about Greenbank Cottage. Hot water, clean bedding and towels at the plenty. Good WiFi and smart TV, everyone was happy, adults, teens and fur babies.

Andrew

The setting and location of the cottage was brilliant seeing all types of wildlife including the local woodpecker. Being so close to Lake Windermere was a huge benefit. On arrival we were informed the hoover had broken however the replacement didn't arrive until the second to last day. The kitchen was lovely however we did find it lacked decent sized saucepan and frying pans considering the cottage sleeps 6. Unless you sit outside the dinning table was also on the snug side for us 4 let alone having a larger party. The bathroom down stairs had recently been refitted and the shower was a great addition. The bedrooms were comfortable and relaxing. Thank you for a lovely stays in the lakes.

Deborah

This is a beautiful cottage with beautifully appointed rooms and grounds. The kitchen is beautiful and has everything you need. The forest at the back of cottage is ideal for dogs and kids the garden is very safe too. Our only gripe would be that the gorgeous down stairs bathroom was too cold to use, the towel heater did not warm such a large space . We had a wonderful week visiting other places in the lakes and the cottage location was well positioned for exploring . We loved our stay .

Had a fantastic time at Greenbank Cottage. Owners, and their beautiful border collie, extremely helpful and friendly from start to finish of our holiday. The cottage is a real home from home and has everything you could possibly need and a lovely log fire! Beautifully furnished throughout. Our 2 dogs thought they were in Heaven with the garden and woods to run around in. Would definitely recommend and really look forward to staying there again.

Sheila

Great location for the South Lakes area good road connections yet very quiet and peaceful spot. The garden and private woodland are a real bonus lots of birdlife. The windows are placed to maximise light and views. The house was very comfortable for our party of 3 adults and 2 small dogs. Comfortable beds in spacious bedrooms small but well equipped kitchen very good wood burner phone n living room, which was very welcome on chilly March nights. Downstairs shower room nicely done out although would benefit from additional heating theres a heated towel rail.

Lindsey

A lovely, comfortable house. Spacious bedrooms, a cosy lounge with a log burning fire. Very clean throughout. Lovely views of the woods. Large, enclosed garden. The bird feeders kept us entertained and we enjoyed the visits from the Woodpecker. There was plenty of parking at the house, which was in a good location for both Bowness and Kendal. Good pubs nearby, serving lovely food.

A great cottage with excellent garden and woodland. I would recommend for a family spring holiday.

Joanna

Greenbank is a lovely cottage in a fantastic location. The garden and woodland are perfect and a lot of thought and consideration has gone into this. Would definitely recommend anyone to stay here.

We had a lovely week at Greenbank Cottage, 5 adults, a baby and a dog. The cottage had everything we needed for a really comfortable stay. The setting is perfect, quiet and relaxing but close to everything the Lake District has to offer and the dog loved the woodland walk behind the cottage.

Gregory

This was our second stay at this beautiful property. Would recommend

Great cottage in quiet area but close to attractions. Lovely and clean with lots of garden and woods to walk through.

Natalie

The cottage setting is lovely. The house itself overall was great. We were a family of 6, my children are adult sizes 20, 18, 15 and 15. The table for eating was far too small for 6 adults. I feel that the owners may have compromised the facilities by putting the third bedroom downstairs. More living space downstairs with the lounge being in the front bedroom and dining room at the back by the kitchen would make the property so much more comfortable but I appreciated this would make it a 2 bedroom rental not three. A dishwasher would have been great and clothes airer to dry clothes on a wet day would have been really helpful. The washer drier machines never work efficiently in my opinion and with the price of electricity now an airer or two would be a godsend to families. The showers we not great, trying to get a comfortable setting was a daily challenge surprisingly for the downstairs one as the bathroom looks fairly new. You were either burning yourself or having a cold shower. Kitchen had all we needed, cooker worked well. Henry the Hoover needs a good clean out as it left a very musky smell after use. Great garden for the dog, great outside seating area, lovely wood to walk around.

Angela

We had another delightful fortnight at the cottage. It is such a cosy place to stay with everything you need to make your stay comfortable and spotlessly clean. The wood is an added delight and watching the birds feed just outside the sitting room kitchen window could keep you entertained all day. We would thoroughly recommend this cottage.

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Greenbank Cottage, Winster

About Greenbank Cottage

Need To Know

More Cottages With Hot Tubs You May Like

Greenbank Cottage Attractions & Days Out

Is Greenbank Cottage Right For You?

For Families

For Couples

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

The Brown Horse Inn

The Masons Arms Strawberry Bank

Francine's Windermere

Frequently Asked Questions

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