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The Heights, Bowness

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Cumbria » Bowness
Sleeps up to 6
Bedrooms: 3

This three-storey contemporary townhouse sits in Bowness-on-Windermere with stunning lake and mountain views from the top floor. The Heights sleeps six guests across three double bedrooms and offers private parking for two cars. The property features an unusual layout with a self-contained ground floor bedroom complete with its own kitchen and bathroom.

Bowness-on-Windermere provides immediate access to shops and restaurants on your doorstep. The high street buzzes with activity. Lake Windermere sits within walking distance for boat trips and waterside walks. Orrest Head is just 30 minutes on foot for panoramic views.

The ground floor bedroom includes a double bed with en-suite bathroom, plus its own kitchen facilities.

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About The Heights

This three-storey contemporary townhouse sits in Bowness-on-Windermere with stunning lake and mountain views from the top floor. The Heights sleeps six guests across three double bedrooms and offers private parking for two cars. The property features an unusual layout with a self-contained ground floor bedroom complete with its own kitchen and bathroom.

Bowness-on-Windermere provides immediate access to shops and restaurants on your doorstep. The high street buzzes with activity. Lake Windermere sits within walking distance for boat trips and waterside walks. Orrest Head is just 30 minutes on foot for panoramic views.

The ground floor bedroom includes a double bed with en-suite bathroom, plus its own kitchen facilities. Two further double bedrooms share a bathroom on the first floor. The second floor houses an open-plan living area with well-equipped kitchen and large balcony windows showcasing spectacular views. All bedrooms sleep two people.

World of Beatrix Potter (1.5 miles, 6 minutes) entertains families. Brockhole (3 miles, 8 minutes) offers adventure activities. Ambleside (5 miles, 12 minutes) provides independent shops and walks. Windermere Train Station sits 1.5 miles away for connections across the country.

Book The Heights for groups wanting space and views in a prime Lake District location with excellent transport links.

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The Heights Attractions & Days Out

Explore the wonderful attractions and activities surrounding The Heights 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
Distance: 1.5 miles
LA23 3BX
Brockhole on Windermere
Distance: 3 miles
LA23 1LJ
Windermere Lake Cruises
Distance: 0.5 miles
LA23 3HQ
Orrest Head
Distance: 1.2 miles
LA23 1LA
Brant Fell
Distance: 1.8 miles
LA23 3AE
Windermere Lakeshore
Distance: 0.3 miles
LA23 3HQ
Bowness High Street
Distance: 0.2 miles
LA23 3BT
Booths Windermere
Distance: 1.3 miles
LA23 1BQ
Lakeland Bowness
Distance: 0.3 miles
LA23 3BX
Windermere Bus Station
Distance: 1.4 miles
LA23 1BA
Bowness Pier
Distance: 0.4 miles
LA23 3HQ
Blackwell Arts & Crafts House
Distance: 1.9 miles
LA23 3JT
World of Beatrix Potter
Distance: 1.5 miles
LA23 3BX
Brockhole on Windermere
Distance: 3 miles
LA23 1LJ
Windermere Lake Cruises
Distance: 0.5 miles
LA23 3HQ
Orrest Head
Distance: 1.2 miles
LA23 1LA
Brant Fell
Distance: 1.8 miles
LA23 3AE
Windermere Lakeshore
Distance: 0.3 miles
LA23 3HQ
Bowness High Street
Distance: 0.2 miles
LA23 3BT
Booths Windermere
Distance: 1.3 miles
LA23 1BQ
Lakeland Bowness
Distance: 0.3 miles
LA23 3BX
Windermere Bus Station
Distance: 1.4 miles
LA23 1BA
Bowness Pier
Distance: 0.4 miles
LA23 3HQ
Blackwell Arts & Crafts House
Distance: 1.9 miles
LA23 3JT

Is The Heights Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families
World of Beatrix Potter sits 1.5 miles away with interactive exhibits. Brockhole offers adventure playgrounds and treetop nets 3 miles from the property. Lake Windermere provides boat trips and watersports within walking distance. The self-contained ground floor bedroom gives teenagers independence. Grizedale Forest Park has Go Ape and mountain biking trails.
For Couples
The top floor living space frames spectacular lake and mountain views through large balcony windows. Walk to multiple restaurants and pubs on Bowness high street within minutes. Take romantic lake cruises from nearby piers. The property's central location means you can explore without driving. Orrest Head provides sunset walks with panoramic views over Windermere.
Pet Friendly
The Heights does not accept pets under any circumstances. The property operates a strict no-pets policy for all bookings. If you need pet-friendly accommodation in the Lake District, you will need to look at alternative properties. Many other Lakelovers cottages do welcome dogs, so check their collection for suitable options.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at The Heights

The Crafty Baa

Located 0.2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA23 3BX

Hyltons Restaurant

Located 0.3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA23 3BT

The Angel Inn

Located 0.4 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA23 3BS

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about The Heights

Does this cottage have a hot tub?
No, The Heights does not have a hot tub. The property focuses on its spectacular views and prime location instead.
Is it pet friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at The Heights. The property operates a strict no-pets policy for all guests.
How many people does The Heights sleep?
The Heights sleeps six guests across three double bedrooms. The ground floor bedroom has an en-suite whilst the two first-floor bedrooms share a bathroom.
What is the parking situation?
Two private off-road parking spaces are included with the property. This is particularly valuable given the busy nature of central Bowness-on-Windermere.
How far is it to Lake Windermere?
Lake Windermere is within easy walking distance from the property. You can reach the lake shore and boat launches in just a few minutes on foot.
What facilities does the ground floor bedroom have?
The ground floor bedroom is self-contained with a double bed, en-suite bathroom, its own kitchen with cooker and fridge, plus a TV. It functions almost like a separate apartment within the townhouse.
Are shops and restaurants nearby?
Bowness high street sits immediately accessible with multiple shops, pubs and restaurants. You can walk to everything without needing to drive anywhere.
What are the stairs like?
The property has three floors with two flights of stairs to reach the main living area on the top floor. This layout may not suit guests with significant mobility issues.

The Heights Reviews

Great house in a great location. The top two floors are perfect. Very well furnished, great kitchen and nice touches like some kitchen roll, sponge, leftover washing up liquid, dishwasher tablets all of which we normally take with us!
Great house in a great location. The top two floors are perfect. Very well furnished, great kitchen and nice touches like some kitchen roll, sponge, leftover washing up liquid, dishwasher tablets all of which we normally take with us!
Great house in a great location. The top two floors are perfect. Very well furnished, great kitchen and nice touches like some kitchen roll, sponge, leftover washing up liquid, dishwasher tablets all of which we normally take with us!
Great house in a great location. The top two floors are perfect. Very well furnished, great kitchen and nice touches like some kitchen roll, sponge, leftover washing up liquid, dishwasher tablets all of which we normally take with us!
Great house in a great location. The top two floors are perfect. Very well furnished, great kitchen and nice touches like some kitchen roll, sponge, leftover washing up liquid, dishwasher tablets all of which we normally take with us!
Great location & view, complete with all requirements needed
Great house in a great location. The top two floors are perfect. Very well furnished, great kitchen and nice touches like some kitchen roll, sponge, leftover washing up liquid, dishwasher tablets all of which we normally take with us!
Great house in a great location. The top two floors are perfect. Very well furnished, great kitchen and nice touches like some kitchen roll, sponge, leftover washing up liquid, dishwasher tablets all of which we normally take with us!
Great house in a great location. The top two floors are perfect. Very well furnished, great kitchen and nice touches like some kitchen roll, sponge, leftover washing up liquid, dishwasher tablets all of which we normally take with us!
Great house in a great location. The top two floors are perfect. Very well furnished, great kitchen and nice touches like some kitchen roll, sponge, leftover washing up liquid, dishwasher tablets all of which we normally take with us!
Great house in a great location. The top two floors are perfect. Very well furnished, great kitchen and nice touches like some kitchen roll, sponge, leftover washing up liquid, dishwasher tablets all of which we normally take with us!
Great house in a great location. The top two floors are perfect. Very well furnished, great kitchen and nice touches like some kitchen roll, sponge, leftover washing up liquid, dishwasher tablets all of which we normally take with us!
Great house in a great location. The top two floors are perfect. Very well furnished, great kitchen and nice touches like some kitchen roll, sponge, leftover washing up liquid, dishwasher tablets all of which we normally take with us!
Great house in a great location. The top two floors are perfect. Very well furnished, great kitchen and nice touches like some kitchen roll, sponge, leftover washing up liquid, dishwasher tablets all of which we normally take with us!
Stayed here multiple times. Very practical accommodation with 2 parking spaces a real benefit in this area. There are lovely views of the Lake from the sitting room and kitchen on the top floor. Beware that there are 2 sets of steep stairs to the top floor but there is self contained accommodation on the ground floor for anyone who can't do stairs. Comfortable, warm and well equipped. The standard of cleaning on arrival was excellent. We had a small maintenance problem and the process of reporting could be improved. There is no direct option for such a problem. The 'chat' didn't work at all and even stated that I was not the name on the booking which of course I was! Such admin needs real improvement.
Fabulous house, well equipped and clean. The views were great. Our family enjoyed our stay. The location is close to centre and quiet.
Great house in a great location. The top two floors are perfect. Very well furnished, great kitchen and nice touches like some kitchen roll, sponge, leftover washing up liquid, dishwasher tablets all of which we normally take with us!
Great house in a great location. The top two floors are perfect. Very well furnished, great kitchen and nice touches like some kitchen roll, sponge, leftover washing up liquid, dishwasher tablets all of which we normally take with us!
Great house in a great location. The top two floors are perfect. Very well furnished, great kitchen and nice touches like some kitchen roll, sponge, leftover washing up liquid, dishwasher tablets all of which we normally take with us!
Great house in a great location. The top two floors are perfect. Very well furnished, great kitchen and nice touches like some kitchen roll, sponge, leftover washing up liquid, dishwasher tablets all of which we normally take with us!
Great house in a great location. The top two floors are perfect. Very well furnished, great kitchen and nice touches like some kitchen roll, sponge, leftover washing up liquid, dishwasher tablets all of which we normally take with us!
Great house in a great location. The top two floors are perfect. Very well furnished, great kitchen and nice touches like some kitchen roll, sponge, leftover washing up liquid, dishwasher tablets all of which we normally take with us!
Great house in a great location. The top two floors are perfect. Very well furnished, great kitchen and nice touches like some kitchen roll, sponge, leftover washing up liquid, dishwasher tablets all of which we normally take with us!
Great house in a great location. The top two floors are perfect. Very well furnished, great kitchen and nice touches like some kitchen roll, sponge, leftover washing up liquid, dishwasher tablets all of which we normally take with us!
Great house in a great location. The top two floors are perfect. Very well furnished, great kitchen and nice touches like some kitchen roll, sponge, leftover washing up liquid, dishwasher tablets all of which we normally take with us!
Joanne
Property in a great location with lots of amenities on the doorstep and good parking.
We were returning guests so knew what to expect but I still think this is a perfect place to stay for a Lakes break. Beautiful living area at the top of the house with stunning views of Lake Windermere and the surrounding hills from both front and back. Three good sized double bedrooms with an additional kitchen on the ground floor. Car parking for 2 cars. Situated in Bowness but set back just enough to offer easy access to the delights of the town inc. shops, pubs and eateries and the lake but the solitude of this idyllic area when you shut the door. Great walks from the doorstep and easy access to the rest of the Lake District by car or bus. A truly wonderful place to stay.
Great location with parking for 2 cars. The ground floor bedroom has a musty smell and radiators need bleeding as they only heat up half way Water pressure not good and shower totally lost water on a couple of occasions . First floor bathroom shower looks old and in need of a refurb. Generally the property appears clean but look more closely under chairs and along skirting boards etc, the property could do with a deep clean. Kitchen is well equipped but does lack cupboard and drawer space. Freezer is located on ground floor which is 2 flights of stairs and ideally should be located in kitchen on the first floor. It is a self catering property after all. the beds are relatively comfortable but the bed on the bed on the ground floor has a huge dip in it.
Just a little inconvenient having to go to the ground floor to the freezer especially if you have mobility problems.
The accommodation was clean and tidy. The bottom bedroom is more of a selfcontained apartment with its own kitchen washing machine cooker fridge, 2 chairs in the bedroom with a TV. So if you have elderly people in your party or anyone that has difficulty climbing stairs, this would be ideal for them. But the main living room, our family room with the kitchen and the rest of the amenities is on the top floor. So you do have to be able to walk 2 flights of stairs to get to this. Which gives you a lovely view over the lake and the surrounding area the location of this property, it's brilliant. You're literally a 5 minute walk, and you're in the town of Bo'ness on windermere my family, we all slept very well in their very comfortable beds we were there for nights
This accommodation is in a very central location. It is clean, the sofas and beds are comfortable and the kitchens have everything you could possibly need. The outside space and parking were a bonus and the lovely views were better than expected. Our only gripe, which is minor, would be to have a shower fitted over the bath downstairs. There is currently a hand held spray. Overall we had a fantastic stay and would not hesitate to return.
We have had a lovely time at The Heights, excellent location, the property was in good condition and it was great that the kitchen contained things like condiments, foil, cling film, washing up products, tea towels etc. The view is stunning and when the weather is kind, the little balcony and garden outside space is great. Our only negatives would be that the downstairs bedroom didn't feel as comfortable as the upstairs ones, possibly because it wasn't carpeted so didn't feel as welcoming, maybe carpet or a large rug in the room would make it feel less bare? A few times the shower fluctuated between hot and cold quite dramatically. The sofas and chair in the living area weren't very comfortable at all. But this didn't detract from us enjoying our stay, thank you.
Ideal location. Comfortable very clean. Made for an enjoyable holiday. This was our second time here and will definitely be back.
We were returning guests and absolutely love this place. Perfect location for eating, drinking and shopping in Bowness itself but ideal for driving to the other places this beautiful county offers. The Heights has three good sized double bedrooms, all of which have been refurbished in the last year or so, and a top floor living area with views front and back an artist would pay for. Really comfortable and well equipped with tvs in each of the bedrooms and a smart tv in the living room. Space for two cars to park and two kitchen areas located on ground and top floors. Cant fault the place and just an ideal location for a very relaxing week in the Lakes.
A wonderful property in a super location for our short autumn break.
Had an enjoyable week staying at The Heights. This holiday home is very modern and nicely decorated throughout as well as clean and tidy, with everything that you could possibly need for a selfcatering stay. The ground floor is almost self contained, with a doubling up of both a kitchen and bathroom. The rear garden has a table and chairs and is quiet considering the proximity of the centre of Bowness. This house is situated on a hill although there is a cut giving access to the Bowness main road and given that the house has three levels people with mobility problems maybe have issues with this let. The car parking space immediately in front of the house can accommodate two small family cars satisfactorily. The only gripe with the property was a very slow draining sink in the mid level shower room probably easy to rectify. I would recommend this house as a holiday location within the lively centre of Bowness and would certainly consider staying here again.
Very comfortable, clean and well located property as far as pubs, restaurants and nearby lake are concerned. Excellent bus links to nearby Ambleside and Grasmere. Just wish the weather had been kinder to us!! Would definitely recommend this property.
Loved the property. There are a lot of stairs so people will have to take that in consideration. Would recommend The Heights & would like to definitely book it again . A home from home . Clean & everything you needed was there .
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