This 200-year-old cottage is set in the heart of Bowness, with plenty of shops, pubs and restaurants just a short walk away.. Ground floor: Living/dining room/kitchen. First floor: 2 bedrooms: 1 double, 1 bunk with additional single. Shower room with toilet.. Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen and towels included. Three Freeview TVs. DVDs and small library. CD. Electric cooker. Microwave. Washing machine. Freezer. Wi-fi. Complimentary leisure passes. Patio and furniture. Parking (1 car); additional parking by arrangement. No smoking.. This charming 200 year old semi-detached holiday cottage is full of character and is situated in the village of Bowness, in the heart of the Lake District. In addition to the fantastic walks for all abilities there are numerous attractions for all the family. Windermere lake cruises sail daily between Bowness, Ambleside and Lakeside, where you can also board the Haverthwaite steam train. Complimentary passes to the leisure facilities at the local hotel (5 minutes’ walk away) which includes a swimming pool and gym is available to guests who book Jessamy Cottage. In the centre of Bowness, there is the World of Beatrix Potter, the home of Peter Rabbit and friends. Golf, horse riding are also available locally. The Windermere ferry from Bowness to Far Sawrey takes 10 minutes and runs daily every 30 minutes; from here you can walk to Hill Top, Beatrix Potter’s former home, and now run by the National Trust, the Tower Arms in the village is also worth a visit for lunch! There are many excellent shops, pubs and restaurants within walking distance of the cottage, some of which are dog friendly. Shop, pub and restaurant 500 yards.
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Whether it's climbing in the Lake District or a quiet ramble in the Yorkshire Dales the North of England boasts some fabulous countryside and coasts, as well as historically fascinating places like York, Durham and Harrogate, and of course Hadrian's Wall. Stunning castles and great pubs too.