Central Bowness - Hot Tub, Cinema Room and Lake Views
View From Within is a modern detached property situated in a secluded private area above the popular Lake District village of Bowness, which is just a five minute's walk away. The property is ideal for large groups or families looking to enjoy a luxury holiday, with facilities catered for those who wish to relax, boasting panoramic views of the surrounding hills and Lake Windermere and a large south-facing balcony perfect for sunbathing or al-fresco dining. We are pet friendly and downstairs you will find a newly built spa room with hot tub and pool table, as well as a private cinema room.
The house has 6 large bedrooms configured to accomodate up to 12 people. Each of the bedrooms comes with its own flat screen TV and en-suite bathroom with shower and toilet facilities with two of the bedrooms having a bathtub. View From Within has a fully equipped kitchen suitable for cooking large meals and a large dining room where everyone can gather to enjoy a lovely meal with a view.
From central Bowness you can hop on one of the famous Windermere Lake Cruise boats and take an evening cruise to Lakeside or Ambleside. Self-drive and rowing boats are also available to hire from Bowness Bay, or for those not too keen on water, take a bus and explore what the rest of the Lake District has to offer.
Bowness itself has a variety of great pubs, restaurants and bars to enjoy all in walking distance from the house. For guests who enjoy the outdoors or are in need of a good dog-walk, we recommend heading up Brantfell either in the morning to catch the sun rise over the east, or watch the sunset over Claife Heights to the west in the evening. Brantfell is a fairly short walk right from the doorstep but provides some of the best views of Lake Windermere and the rest of the Lake Disrict's famous mountains.
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Amenities
Hot tub
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
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Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
No noise after 11pm
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Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 3 total)
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Strictly no smoking within the property
Children must be supervised at all times.
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 12
Note from host: No noise after 11pm
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
We should mention
A car is recommended for transport to and from this property
About the area
Windermere
Located in Windermere, this holiday home is in a rural area and on a lake. Old Laundry Theatre and Hawkshead Grammar School are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Holehird Gardens and Treetop Trek. Travelling with kids? Consider Raw War Paintball, or check out an event or a game at Parkside Road. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
Getting around
Windermere Station - 8 min drive
Manchester Airport (MAN) - 104 min drive
Restaurants
Lake View Garden - 7 min walk
Bowness Tap Rooms - 5 min walk
Costa Coffee - 6 min walk
The Village Inn Bar & Grill - 5 min walk
Baha - 6 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Central Bowness - Hot Tub, Cinema Room and Lake Views pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Central Bowness - Hot Tub, Cinema Room and Lake Views?
As of 31 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Central Bowness - Hot Tub, Cinema Room and Lake Views on 20 Apr 2026 start from AU$1,441, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Central Bowness - Hot Tub, Cinema Room and Lake Views?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Central Bowness - Hot Tub, Cinema Room and Lake Views?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Central Bowness - Hot Tub, Cinema Room and Lake Views?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Central Bowness - Hot Tub, Cinema Room and Lake Views located?
This family-friendly Windermere holiday home is located on a lake, within a 10-minute walk of World of Beatrix Potter and Lake Windermere. Old Laundry Theatre and Bowness Pier are also within 10 minutes.
Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
The house is well equipped, and large enough for all to find their own quiet space? The younger members of the family particularly enjoyed the hot tub and pool table room?A good position in Bowness as you can be as close to the bars and restaurants as you want to be? Good walks from the front door to boot?David was quick with his responses and the house is accurately described?
We stayed with a family of 11 for Christmas and it was a wonderful experience! The property was in a great location, right in the heart of Bowness but on a quiet road. The owners were super helpful and we’d definitely stay again! Thank you 😁
Danielle B.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Feb 2024
Thank you Danielle - chuffed you all had a great Xmas!
Fabulous property, great location, stunning views, very well equipped and spotlessly clean throughout. Located close to the town for an easy walk to all the local restaurants and bars but also easily accessible hill walks.
We stayed 3 nights in Jan and had a great stay. 12 of us in total and still felt like we had loads of room. Everything you need for a comfort stay with some of the best views available across the lake. Will definitely return.
We used the house for a family celebration, spanning three generations, and it turned out to be the perfect choice. The location is a very short walk to all that Bowness has to offer, with some scenic hikes available too. The house is very well equipped, and provided of entertainment for everyone in our group.
Andrew S.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 29 Jan 2024
Thank you for your lovely review! Glad you all enjoyed your stay with us!
David and Ruth were amazing! The host's behaviour can ake or break a stay and they made our sray amazing. It was my 50th birthday celebrations; eight of us in the house and six in surrounding hotels. The house was go
Visiting from Canada and spent time here with my family 12 of us in all. What an amazing place to stay for a few days in the lakes. House is incredible with amazing views from the huge deck and a great place to BBQ. Each room being ensuite is a huge plus and makes the stay so comfortable with the big group. Huge kitchen fantastically stocked and room for all 12 to fine together. Pool table and hot tub provides so much fun in the evenings. House is in an incredible location turn left at the end of the private road and you are into bowness in 5 mins and all that has to offer. Turn right and 5 mins you are on the dales way with so much to explore. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a stay in the lakes. David and team so easy to deal. Hopefully make it back one day soon
Anne O.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Aug 2022
Thanks for your lovely review! Glad you all had a great time and hope to see you back!
We had a very enjoyable stay at View from Within at Bowness on Windermere. The check-in process was effortless and we were quickly able to get settled and relax. There were ten of us and each bedroom had their own bathroom. This layout gave everyone their own space, a modicum of privacy, and really facilitated getting everyone moving in the mornings. The hot tub, pool table, and well equipped large kitchen were great shared spaces where we were able to cook and hang out together. We encountered one small hiccup the first day that was handled quickly. The house is a short walk to shopping and dining areas and we took regular advantage of that. I would definitely recommend this place for a large group. It met all our needs and more.
This is a great house - we really enjoyed all the facilities and the location being only a 10 minute walk into Bowness. The views from the property are stunning, and the size of the house means that a large group of you don't get too much on top of each other.
The fact that every room has an en-suite is also a great positive too.
There were a couple of comments from some people about the bed mattresses not being overly comfortable. Also the sliding door for the bedroom nearest the kitchen doesn't afford a great deal of privacy and the toilet seat doesn't seem to fit properly on the toilet.
Overall a great stay, and we really enjoyed the house - the pool table, jacuzzi, and the location. Would most definitely stay again and wouldn't hesitate to recommend.
I think this house is difficult to beat in terms of location, views and facilities.
Excellent location other than the hill you need to climb to get there - ordered taxi into Bowness which is really close but not do able if you are disabled - house is amazing - there were 11 of us - had a cocktail lesson around the kitchen table - ample space - lovely owner left us a large cake too - thank you 🙏
I couldn’t recommend this place highly enough. From the house itself to the location and owners me and the whole party had the best experience. There was nothing that this place didn’t have. We had a fantastic time and would stop again in a heartbeat 👍👍
“View from within” this property was fantastic…. We were a group of 6 couples who travelled up to celebrate a 60th birthday! The views from the patio and lounge were stunning. The kitchen was very well equipped , all the bedrooms were beautifully decorated, and bonus all with en-suite. There was plenty to keep us entertained, jacuzzi, pool table and a cinema. The location was good for a 5 minute walk into the busy little town. Also a lovely home made Victoria sponge was there awaiting our arrival! Such a kind gesture.
Would definitely like to do a return stay!
Heather R.
Response from VrboOwner on 15 Nov 2021
Thank you for your lovely review Heather, you all left the place spotless and we are so glad you had a good time.
Thanks for the feedback on the cake :) Hope to see you back in the future!
About the host
Hosted by David
A family-run team who built and lived in the property before renovating it as a successful holiday let. Please let us know if there is anything we can help with!
Why they chose this property
A beautifully spacious and contemporary 6-bedroom/7-bathroom house situated within secluded private grounds in central Bowness. Ideal for families or groups looking for a luxury holiday within the Lake District, this house provides stunning south-facing balcony views over Lake Windermere and the surrounding hills. The property even has a spa room with hot tub and pool table and private cinema room! We are also pet friendly.
What makes this property unique
*Central Location* *Spa Room* *Cinema Room* *Each Bedroom has its own En-suite* *Electric Vehicle Charging Point - Charges apply* *Private Parking* *Large Balcony with Lake Views* *Netflix and Sky Sports Package*