Windermere
Cottage Retreats

2026 Self-Catering Breaks in Bowness, Ambleside, Keswick & More!

Home
Cottages Latest Cottages Favourites Contact Us List Your Property
Home North of England Cumbria Rustic Cottage
Rustic Cottage Overview Reviews Photos Attractions

Rustic Cottage, Bowness-On-Windermere

Guest Rating
Rating
4.9
out of 5
Guest Rating
Rating
4.9
out of 5
Cumbria » Bowness-On-Windermere
Sleeps up to 3
Pets 1
Hot Tub
Bedrooms: 2

Rustic Cottage is a whitewashed two-bedroom character property in Bowness-on-Windermere. This Lake District retreat sits in a quiet location just 0. 2 miles from Lake Windermere. The cottage features original character features throughout and welcomes one well-behaved dog.

Bowness-on-Windermere offers excellent access to lakeside walks and water activities. The village centre is a short stroll away with shops and restaurants. Regular bus services connect you to Ambleside (5 miles) and Kendal (7 miles).

The cottage sleeps three guests across two bedrooms. The main bedroom has a double bed whilst the second room contains a 4-foot double bed. One bathroom includes a bath with shower over.

Read More
Check Prices & Availability »
At Sykes Cottages
Check Prices & Availability »
 

About Rustic Cottage

Rustic Cottage is a whitewashed two-bedroom character property in Bowness-on-Windermere. This Lake District retreat sits in a quiet location just 0.2 miles from Lake Windermere. The cottage features original character features throughout and welcomes one well-behaved dog.

Bowness-on-Windermere offers excellent access to lakeside walks and water activities. The village centre is a short stroll away with shops and restaurants. Regular bus services connect you to Ambleside (5 miles) and Kendal (7 miles).

The cottage sleeps three guests across two bedrooms. The main bedroom has a double bed whilst the second room contains a 4-foot double bed. One bathroom includes a bath with shower over. The kitchen comes equipped with an electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, washer/dryer and dishwasher. The sitting room features a woodburning stove plus TV with Freeview and DVD player.

Lake Windermere (0.2 miles, 2 minutes) offers boat trips and watersports. The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction (0.5 miles, 3 minutes) entertains families. Wray Castle (4 miles, 12 minutes) provides National Trust grounds to explore. Grizedale Forest (8 miles, 18 minutes) has mountain bike trails and sculpture walks.

Perfect for couples or small families wanting a peaceful Lake District base. Book Rustic Cottage for authentic character accommodation near Windermere's shores.

Check Prices & Availability »
At Sykes Cottages

Need To Know

More Cottages With Hot Tubs You May Like

Ingle Burrow >
Hot Tub WiFi Open Fire

Ingle Burrow

North of England, Cumbria

Sleeps 5 3 Bedrooms Pet Friendly

First class accommodation blending period charm and contemporary style in heart of the Lake District. En-suites. WiFi. Dishwasher. Dog friendly. Windermere and Bowness 5 minutes walk. Lake...

View Cottage
Oak Cottage >
Hot Tub WiFi Fishing Near Pub

Oak Cottage

North of England, Cumbria

Sleeps 6 3 Bedrooms Pet Friendly

A superb, three-bedroom terraced cottage resting in Windermere, a short stroll to the shops and restaurants. pet-friendly. Smart TVs in bedrooms. In a National Park. Off-road parking. Ambleside...

View Cottage
Bottle Tops >
Hot Tub WiFi Fishing Near Pub Golf

Bottle Tops

North of England, Cumbria

Sleeps 4 2 Bedrooms

A delightful, two-bedroom cottage resting in the heart of Windermere, Cumbria. In National Park. Characterful. Family-friendly. Close to amenities and attractions. Ambleside 4.8 miles; Kendal 8.6...

View Cottage
The Old House >
Hot Tub WiFi Fishing Near Pub Open Fire

The Old House

North of England, Cumbria

Sleeps 4 2 Bedrooms Pet Friendly

This lovely, two-bedroom holiday home rests in Troutbeck Bridge, Cumbria. In a National Park. Close to amenities. Woodburning stove. Smart TV. Windermere 1.2 miles; Ambleside 3.4 miles.

View Cottage
Buttercup Cottage >
Hot Tub WiFi Fishing Near Pub Open Fire

Buttercup Cottage

North of England, Cumbria

Sleeps 2 1 Bedrooms Pet Friendly

Buttercup Cottage dates back over 200 years, this delightful and romantic Lake District bolthole is surrounded by the stunning landscapes of Troutbeck Valley.

View Cottage
Fairfield Bowness On Windermere >
Hot Tub WiFi Fishing Near Pub Open Fire

Fairfield Bowness On Windermere

North of England, Cumbria

Sleeps 8 4 Bedrooms Pet Friendly

Located on a secluded residential lane, a short distance from the bustling centre of Bowness-on-Windermere in the beloved Lake District, this charmingly appointed cottage offers all the amenities...

View Cottage
48 Oak Street >
Hot Tub WiFi Near Pub

48 Oak Street

North of England, Cumbria

Sleeps 8 4 Bedrooms Pet Friendly

Superb Windermere townhouse close to shops and restaurants. Four bedrooms, two sitting rooms, two bathrooms. WiFi. Pet-friendly. Lake Windermere 2 miles. Ambleside 5 miles.

View Cottage
Brackenthwaite >
Hot Tub WiFi Fishing Golf

Brackenthwaite

North of England, Cumbria

Sleeps 5 3 Bedrooms Pet Friendly

Brackenthwaite is a delightful, pet-friendly house in Windermere, Cumbria, with countryside views, Smart TV, and private driveway parking. Ambleside 5.2 miles; Kendal 9.1 miles.

View Cottage
Little Herdwick >
Hot Tub WiFi Fishing Near Pub Open Fire

Little Herdwick

North of England, Cumbria

Sleeps 4 2 Bedrooms

This exquisite terraced cottage can be found at the centre of the action of Windermere, nestled within Cumbria, in the Lake District National Park. Open-plan living space with woodburning stove....

View Cottage
Tethera >
Hot Tub WiFi Near Pub

Tethera

North of England, Cumbria

Sleeps 4 2 Bedrooms

This welcoming second-floor apartment rests in Bowness-on-Windermere in the Lake District National Park, Cumbria. Open-plan living. Electric fire. Amenities within walking distance. Ambleside 5.6...

View Cottage

Rustic Cottage Attractions & Days Out

Explore the wonderful attractions and activities surrounding Rustic 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.

The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction
Distance: 0.5 miles
LA23 3BX
Windermere Lake Cruises
Distance: 0.3 miles
LA23 3HQ
Wray Castle
Distance: 4 miles
LA22 0JA
Orrest Head Viewpoint
Distance: 1.8 miles
LA23 1LA
Brant Fell Summit
Distance: 1.2 miles
LA23 3AE
Lake Windermere Shore Path
Distance: 0.2 miles
LA23 3HQ
Booths Windermere
Distance: 1.4 miles
LA23 1DX
Bowness Village Shops
Distance: 0.3 miles
LA23 3BT
Lakeland Store
Distance: 0.4 miles
LA23 3BX
Windermere Bus Station
Distance: 1.5 miles
LA23 1BA
Bowness Pier
Distance: 0.3 miles
LA23 3HQ
Blackwell Arts & Crafts House
Distance: 1.8 miles
LA23 3JT
The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction
Distance: 0.5 miles
LA23 3BX
Windermere Lake Cruises
Distance: 0.3 miles
LA23 3HQ
Wray Castle
Distance: 4 miles
LA22 0JA
Orrest Head Viewpoint
Distance: 1.8 miles
LA23 1LA
Brant Fell Summit
Distance: 1.2 miles
LA23 3AE
Lake Windermere Shore Path
Distance: 0.2 miles
LA23 3HQ
Booths Windermere
Distance: 1.4 miles
LA23 1DX
Bowness Village Shops
Distance: 0.3 miles
LA23 3BT
Lakeland Store
Distance: 0.4 miles
LA23 3BX
Windermere Bus Station
Distance: 1.5 miles
LA23 1BA
Bowness Pier
Distance: 0.3 miles
LA23 3HQ
Blackwell Arts & Crafts House
Distance: 1.8 miles
LA23 3JT

Is Rustic Cottage Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families
The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction sits 0.5 miles away with interactive exhibits. Lake Windermere offers boat trips and beach areas for paddling. Grizedale Forest has Go Ape activities and sculpture trails. The cottage has steep stairs with a bend which may not suit very young children. Limited space in the smaller bedroom with a 4-foot double bed rather than singles.
For Couples
This character cottage offers a peaceful retreat with a woodburning stove for cosy evenings. The enclosed south-facing patio provides private outdoor space. Lake Windermere sits 0.2 miles away for romantic lakeside walks. Bowness village has numerous restaurants and pubs within walking distance. The quiet location away from busy areas creates a relaxing atmosphere for two.
Pet Friendly
One well-behaved dog is welcome at Rustic Cottage. The property features a large enclosed south-facing patio providing secure outdoor space. Lake Windermere shoreline walks start 0.2 miles away with miles of dog-friendly paths. Brant Fell and Orrest Head offer excellent fell walks nearby. Local pubs in Bowness welcome dogs and the cottage provides a comfortable base.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Rustic Cottage

The Hole in t' Wall

Located 0.3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA23 3DH

Rastelli's Restaurant

Located 0.4 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA23 3BX

The Royal Oak Inn

Located 0.3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA23 3EG

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Rustic Cottage

Does this cottage have a hot tub?
No, Rustic Cottage does not have a hot tub. The property features a large enclosed south-facing patio with furniture for outdoor relaxation.
Is it pet friendly?
Yes, one well-behaved dog is welcome at Rustic Cottage. The property has an enclosed patio and sits near excellent walking routes around Lake Windermere.
How many guests does Rustic Cottage sleep?
The cottage sleeps three guests across two bedrooms. The main bedroom has a double bed and the second bedroom contains a 4-foot double bed.
What facilities are in the kitchen?
The kitchen includes an electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, washer/dryer and dishwasher. Basic supplies like dishwasher tablets are provided for your arrival.
Is there parking available?
One parking permit is provided for use on the access road leading to the cottage. The property is located in a quiet residential area of Bowness-on-Windermere.
How far is it to Lake Windermere?
Lake Windermere is just 0.2 miles from the cottage, approximately a two-minute walk. The lake offers boat trips, watersports and scenic lakeside paths.
What heating does the property have?
The cottage has gas central heating throughout plus a woodburning stove in the sitting room. Note that the stairs are steep with a bend at the top.
Are shops and restaurants nearby?
Bowness village centre is within 0.2 miles with numerous shops, pubs and restaurants. The nearest pub is also 0.2 miles from the cottage.

Popular Stays Near This Cottage

Ambleside
8 cottages
Bowness
30 cottages
Bowness-on-Windermere
77 cottages
Cartmel Fell
5 cottages
Staveley
7 cottages
Troutbeck
27 cottages
Troutbeck Bridge
5 cottages
Windermere
138 cottages

Rustic Cottage Reviews

Nicola
Beautiful little cottage in great location! Will be returning!
Andrea
Beautiful, cosy cottage, lovely and clean and has everything you could possibly want. Very quiet area and yet super close to many great restaurants, shops and short walk from the lake. We will definitely be back.
Tracey
Last minute booking , so happy it was a little hidden gem in a great location
We found Rustic Cottage to be fantastic. Very warm on cold winters nights with the log burner and central heating. The beds were very comfortable and there is a lovely bathroom. It is in a great area for walking with plenty of amenities very close by. Everything you could need was in the kitchen and there are lots of leaflets about the area as well as books. We can highly recommend this dog friendly cottage.
The cottage was absolutely beautiful, cosy, clean, everything you needed was there, beautiful touches and the christmas tree was up which was extra special. The location was perfect and we had a parking permit which was perfect and had no problem parking. We had all the instructions we needed for everything. It was so nice and warm when we arrived and the log burner was amazing. The hosts were just a phone call away if we needed them. We had a lovely surprise from them with a bottle of prosecco and lovely chocolates. We cannot wait to return.
Such a lovely property, great location and all the amenities you will need. Great Stay, Thank you
Lorraine
Lovely cottage, cosy & warm, perfectly situated.
Was as expected and quite pleased with cottage great location and great value for money the only small gripes we're kitchen utensils of very basic quality handles fell of two knifes and couches not very comfortable. But on saying that we will definitely return to this lovely little cottage
Michelle
Rustic cottage was fabulous , very clean everything you needed for a comfortable ... Rustic cottage was fabulous , very clean everything you needed for a comfortable stay , hosts made sure we had everything we needed including a Christmas tree Overall location is brilliant , cleanliness is spot on we will be retuning
Sandra
Love this cosy cottage, it has everything you need for a home from home feel.
Claire
Lovely property with lots of character & original features. Great location. Very well equipped plus lots of local information. Highly recommended.
Fantastic little cottage . Ideally located and in a very quiet area I forgot to leave a message in the cottages book owing to our hasty getaway from storm amy
Lesley
The property was clean and comfortable. Just what we needed for three friends and a dog. Ideally located. Neighbours very friendly and helpful.
Catherine
Lovely cottage,brilliant location . Lots of walking books .Kitchen basics dishwasher tablets etc supplied.
We had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The location was fantastic and the cottage was very homely.
We love staying at Rustic Cottage a gem of a place. Its like a home away from home. Already checking dates for next year!
Shirley
This beautiful cottage stands a stones throw away from everything you need, the location is perfect. Rustic cottage has a lovely garden and its such a quiet restful place, it's spotlessly clean, comfy & like home from home. You won't be disappointed.
Lesley
A beautiful little cottage close to the town centre. It had every comfort for a short stay.
Rachel
Fantastic cottage in a perfect location. Everything was there for a great stay.
The cottage was perfect. Well situated for the town which had so many choices for bars and restaurants. Ideally located for travelling to visit different areas of the Lakes. Plenty of options for boat trips or boat hire within a few minutes walk. It was cosy and clean with all the amenities you could need for a short or long stay.
We had a perfect week in this delightful cottage. Parked our car up on arrival using the parking pass supplied by the property and never used the car until we went home. All the amenities provided in the cottage are so well thought out no need to rush out buy wash up liquid, cooking oil, saltpepper etc they are all provided by the lovely owners. You feel instantly at home here. Very clean and well maintained cottage. A very short walk takes you into Bownes where you can take your pick of restaurants, cafes, pubs etc. Most are dog friendly. Some gorgeous walks in the area and boat trips on Windermere to take you to other walking routes. Almost didnt want to write this review as I dont want this cottage to be booked up next time we want to go. Highly recommend this property and the owners are on hand for any questions you have.
Lesley
We had a fantastic break in this lovely little cottage. Great location, spotless, very comfortable beds, everything you could need for a great stay. Garden was a lovely sun trap. A big thank you to the owner who kept us a parking space. Would definitely stay here again.
We have been visiting Rustic Cottage for years and hope to visit for many years ... We have been visiting Rustic Cottage for years and hope to visit for many years to come we love it just one request can you please fix the fence between the cottage next door as our dog was constantly getting into their garden Thanks
Heather
We had a fantastic week at Rustic Cottage it was really cosy, just a short walk from the town and Bowness was a really good base for exploring the Lakes. The log burner was a huge bonus as the weather was pretty chilly! We'll definitely be back!
Cosy cottage in a super location. Would recommend.
Absolute gem of a place. Decided we wanted to get away for a few nights after Xmas and New Year, and this was perfect. Great location, immaculately clean and just perfect for a couple. Whilst the temperature rarely got above freezing for the 4 nights, we were lucky there'd been snow so with Crystal blue skies, snow on the mountains and calm settled weather it was a great break. We got parked on Craig Walk within about 20m but as the information says,there's free parking very close by, though how close would depend on how busy the area is. We left the car and bought a 5 day bus ticket which got us to Ambleside and Grasmere and I believe Keswick and Kendal if we'd have wanted.
Central location, great having secure outside space for doggy guests and nearby parking reserved by the neighbours, who explained the parking permit, thank you. Lovely cosy cottage decorated for Christmas with all we needed during our stay.
Valerie
Lovely cottage in quiet area. So cosy , immaculately clean and good facilities. Well equipped kitchen and modern bathroom. Beds so comfortable.Thank you for the parking permit too.
We had a lovely holiday at Rustic cottage ,short walk into town though very peaceful and quiet at the cottage which was extremely well equipped,in fact one of the best of the many cottages we have stayed in. The beds were excellent, so comfortable. The owner kindly kept a parking space for us ,use of permit available but we didn't use the car all week using an excellent bus service instead.
This is our second visit to Rustic Cottage we love it here. Its comfortable and is well equipped. A great base for exploring the area. We have booked to come back next year
Fantastic cottage, everything you could need supplied. Owners lovely. Location brilliant.
Gordon
A real home from home everything a great break needs was ... A real home from home everything a great break needs was there Comfort Familiarity Relaxation A credit to the owner
Heather
A gorgeous little cottage in such a peaceful spot. Bowness is really busy with tourists but this cottage is at the end of a cul de sac so no passing traffic. The owner kindly saved us a parking space really close to the cottage and texted us to let us know, it was so helpful for unloading! Lovely facilities and the shops etc just a short distance away including a Tesco express, very handy!! Local bus service is fantastic so you could park up and go everywhere on buses for only2 a journey!
Lovely little Cottage. Nice and quiet. Very comfortable rooms and very cosy.The best sleep ever.The beds and Pillows are brilliant.Our disabled Daughter wanted to bring it home.Coulnt believe how well equipped the Cottage was The owners have thought of everything for their guests incase they've forgot it.Would recommend to anybody visiting Windermere.The location is Superb for the lakes
Gillian
Such a lovely stay at number 3 Rustic Cottages. Of all the holiday homes we have stayed in over the years, this has been the best equipped. We were met on arrival and helped to find a suitable parking place. The cottage was spotless and comfortable. The bed was super comfy. This is a perfect base to discover the lake area. We even had lots of fine weather.
A lovely property with everything you need for a great stay. Easy walking distance to the lake, shops and restaurants. Would definitely book again
Matthew
Fabulous property with everything you need for a comfortable stay. Great location to explore from
Beautifully cottage, only one thing no non slip mat in the bath. 100 recommend
Beautiful cottage, spotlessly clean, it had everything we needed for our ... Beautiful cottage, spotlessly clean, it had everything we needed for our stay ,The photos on the site do not do it justice, lots of extras including cleaning products ,loved our stay
Leave a Review
Been to Rustic Cottage? Please leave a review and share your holiday experiences.
Name
Month of stay
Year of stay
Review
Popular Cottages
Useful pages
Follow Us
Subscribe
Join our newsletter and get fantastic deals on UK hot tub cottages you won't find anywhere else. We respect your privacy and adhere to strict no-spam policies.
Copyright © 2026 - Windermere Cottage Retreats
Lake District Business Park, Mint Bridge Road, Kendal, Cumbria, LA9 7RG