THE THISTLES, family friendly, with a garden in Bowness-On-Windermere
The Thistles, in Bowness-On-Windermere, sleeps six people in four bedrooms.
The Thistles is set over four floors and has four bedrooms sleeping six guests. The living areas in this property consist of a kitchen with an electric oven and hob, kettle, toaster, microwave, fridge/freezer, a lower-ground-floor utility with a washing machine, a dining room with seating for six and a flame-effect gas fire and a sitting room with a TV and a gas fire. The bedrooms consist of a king-size, a double and two second-floor singles, along with a second-floor bathroom and a shower room. Outside, there is off-road parking and an enclosed rear patio with furniture. WiFi, fuel, power, bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Apologies, but this property doesn't accept pets or smoking. For your local convenience, there is a shop within 0.3 miles and a pub within 0.2 miles. Escape to the lakes with a retreat to The Thistles. Note: No children under 5.
Amenities: Gas central heating. Electric oven and hob, kettle, toaster, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine. TV, WiFi. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Off-road parking for 1 car. Enclosed rear patio with furniture. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shop 0.3 miles, pub 0.2 miles, Lake Windermere 0.5 miles. Note: Sorry, no children under 5
Region: Impressive mountains, open fells and clear-water lakes, the Lake District has it all. From walking in the mountains to exhilarating watersports or just a gentle cruise on a steam-powered yacht, Cumbria is the perfect holiday destination.
Town: The vibrant twin towns of Bowness and Windermere hold enduring appeal for visitors to the Lake District National Park, with each providing a range of nearby attractions, amenities, cinema, shops and restaurants to suit all tastes. A variety of boat trips and boat hire are available from Windermere Lake Cruises in Bowness to Brockhole, Ambleside and Lakeside (at the southern end of the lake where the Lakeside Aquarium and the Lakeside and Haverthwaite Railway are situated). The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction and the Old Laundry Theatre are 1.5 miles away. Orrest Head, where Alfred Wainwright was inspired to write his series of iconic guidebooks, is a 30-minute walk to enjoy the spectacular panorama of far-reaching views over the lake and surrounding fells. Brockhole, which offers high wire tree top experiences, is three miles away, and the historic villages of Grasmere, Ambleside and Troutbeck are a short drive away. There is also a variety of watersports on offer for the more energetic at marine centres along the lake. The area is ideally situated for exploring all that this region has to offer, whether by foot, bike, car, railway or bus; and is within easy reach of attractions such as the spectacular Langdales, Beatrix Potter’s Hill Top House at Far Sawrey, Coniston, Grizedale Forest Park, with its delightful walks and famous outdoor sculptures, mountain biking and 'Go-Ape' adventure park, Ullswater, Kendal, Keswick, stone circles, Roman forts and England's highest mountain, Scafell Pike.
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On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Windermere
Located in Windermere, this cottage is in the mountains. Blackwell, The Arts & Crafts House and Claife Viewing Station and Windermere West Shore are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Holehird Gardens and Treetop Trek. Raw War Paintball and Rydal Hall Labyrinth are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Getting around
Windermere Station - 6 min drive
Restaurants
Lake View Garden - 9 min walk
The Westmorland Inn - 3 min walk
The Magic Roundabout - 7 min walk
The Albert - 6 min walk
Trattoria - 5 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is THE THISTLES, family friendly, with a garden in Bowness-On-Windermere pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at THE THISTLES, family friendly, with a garden in Bowness-On-Windermere?
As of 26 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at THE THISTLES, family friendly, with a garden in Bowness-On-Windermere on 5 Aug 2026 start from AU$541, 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 THE THISTLES, family friendly, with a garden in Bowness-On-Windermere?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at THE THISTLES, family friendly, with a garden in Bowness-On-Windermere?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at THE THISTLES, family friendly, with a garden in Bowness-On-Windermere?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is THE THISTLES, family friendly, with a garden in Bowness-On-Windermere located?
Situated in the mountains, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of World of Beatrix Potter and Lake Windermere. Old Laundry Theatre and Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories are also within 15 minutes. Windermere Station is 25 minutes by foot.
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