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Modern Waterfront Boathouse With Beautiful Balcony On Windermere Marina

Lakefront apartment with kitchen and balcony

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Relax on the balcony and watch the boats go by
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroomSleeps 240 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria
  • Place, Lake Windermere
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Bowness Pier
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Place, World of Beatrix Potter
    ‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Shower room 1

Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Balcony
Dining area

About this property

Modern Waterfront Boathouse With Beautiful Balcony On Windermere Marina

Marina Boathouse is a unique place to escape and relax. Situated within the prestigious Windermere Marina it overlooks the channel flowing out into the lake as well as the marina itself. Take our champagne bucket out onto the balcony, relax and watch the boats go by, the herons and the cormorants; you might even get to see the otter or kingfisher. Just a 10 minute walk from the bustling lakeside village of Bowness-on-Windermere, it is the perfect place to stay and enjoy all that the Lake District has to offer. Climb a mountain or take a stroll along the shore to Bowness Bay where you can take a cruse on the lake. Everything is here for you to enjoy your holiday in our well equipped apartment, at a pace to suit you. Explore the fells or the quirky and unique local shops. Fish for your supper or try some of our fabulous restaurants. Try out some water sports or hop on the ferry across the lake and visit Beatrix Potter's house at Far Sawrey. If you don't fancy the night life of Bowness the twinkling lights of the marina from the balcony make a beautiful romantic setting.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Windermere

Located in Windermere, this apartment is on the waterfront. Blackwell, The Arts & Crafts House and Claife Viewing Station and Windermere West Shore are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Raw War Paintball and Holehird Gardens. Treetop Trek and Go Ape Grizedale are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria

What's nearby

  • Lake Windermere - 1 min walk - 0.1 km
  • Bowness Pier - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Blackwell, The Arts & Crafts House - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
  • World of Beatrix Potter - 3 min drive - 2.3 km
  • Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories - 4 min drive - 3.0 km

Getting around

  • Windermere Station - 9 min drive
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 105 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lake View Garden - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Driftwood - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Old Pump House Coffee Shop - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Quayside Sports Bar - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Lake View - Bowness - ‬19 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Modern Waterfront Boathouse With Beautiful Balcony On Windermere Marina pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Modern Waterfront Boathouse With Beautiful Balcony On Windermere Marina?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Modern Waterfront Boathouse With Beautiful Balcony On Windermere Marina?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Modern Waterfront Boathouse With Beautiful Balcony On Windermere Marina?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Modern Waterfront Boathouse With Beautiful Balcony On Windermere Marina located?

Situated on the waterfront, this apartment building is within 1 mile (2 km) of Lake Windermere, Windermere Ferry and Bowness Pier. Old Laundry Theatre and World of Beatrix Potter are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

William R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely, clean flat, very well equipped, host has thought of everything. Short walk to centre Bowness 20min walk. Host kept in touch as lake levels were up due to heavy rain incase car park flooded but all was fine. Plenty of activity on the Lake to watch while sitting on balcony between wild life and boats coming and going. We had a fabulous time here and plan on returning.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Fredrick M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Marina - Bowness on Windermere

Make elderly people aware that there are a number of steps to negotiate to enter the apartment and staircase to reach the door of the apartment. Otherwise good facilities and excellent view from balcony. Good location for touring the Lake District.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Janet R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great short break

This property was ideal for the 2 of us. Very clean, comfortable and well equipped. So easy to walk into Bowness , with a good range of shops and eateries and boat trips to other attractions that we had no use for car during our 4 day stay. The Boathouse eatery had good range of food/drinks too.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

David A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing break

All round excellent experience, the apartment was first class. The Marina Bar is an excellent venue for a drink and meal.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

John F., SOUTHPORT

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Escape from COVID prison

After a year of staying home it was wonderful to visit the Lakes for a few days. Catherin's apartment has been beautifully remodelled. Spotlessly clean, well equipped and exactly as described on the website. The bedroom and bathroom are best described as "bijou" but perfectly well laid out. The shower was very modern, spacious and provided ample hot water from the electric control. It is wonderfully situated for local walks and amenities with special sunset views. It was warm and welcoming to come back to from cold days out. All in all a very enjoyable stay, our car did not move for the 5 days we were there! Thank you Cathy for letting us share your lovely boathouse.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Suraj G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

High satisfied

It was very lovely and beautiful place. I highly recommend to visit. Overall good experience
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

Angus B., Birmingham, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely apartment

We had a great stay here. The property was clean and tidy and just as it appears in the listing pictures. The location at the entrance to the Marina means you can just sit on the balcony and watch boats come and go all day. It's within about 15 minutes walk from the boat piers in Bowness and the local public transport system means it's really easy to get about - we used our car just twice during the whole week. If we come back to the Lake District we would definitely consider staying here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Paul C.

Boathouse break

Fabulous modern accommodation in a tranquil spot with lots of wildlife to observe. 15min walk into Bowness with lots to do.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

George W.

Just perfect

The apartment was fabulous . Beautifully modernised, very well equipped, spotlessly clean and a stunning location. Superb views over the inlet into the Marina and plenty of wildlife to watch from the lounge or balcony. A ten minute walk from Bowness shops etc yet a quiet and peaceful place to relax. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and this lovely "boathouse" will be our first choice if we visit Bowness in the future. The great weather made our visit "perfect plus".

10/10 Excellent

Danielle W.

Beautiful Boathouse

Our stay here was wonderful. This Boat house is beautifully situated,with a fantastic view of the Marina (Great for Birdwatching). The facilities were great and there were some lovely personal touches. A lot of care and attention goes into the presentation of this place. The only slight issues were the wi-fi ( it was very intermittent) and the shower pressure (you need a good hose down after a long walk). The owner was very professional and helpful. The Boat house is close to the village of Bowness and Windermere so there is plenty to do. We would definitely like to stay again! Thank you.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Karen S.

Perfect home from home

Beautifully decorated modern boathouse,10 minutes walk from all bars and restaurants. Or 3 pounds in a taxi. The apartment is very high spec throughout. Comfy bed, fresh fluffy towels and more kitchen appliances than we have at home. Fab views through the picture window of the marina. Which also has a nice bar. Lovely place to chill and watch the worl go by. Fab communication from owners. We love Bowness, and will definetly return to the boathouse in the future. Thank you for a very relaxing stay. Wish we were still there :)
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Adele B.

Perefct

The Boathouse was spotlessly clean and is exactly as advertised on the website. 10 minutes walk from Bowness village, lots of bars and restaurants to suit everybody's tastes. Would highly recommend. We will definitely be returning.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Anna M.

Perfect

Perfect quiet location in the heart of the Lake District, just a stroll away from Bowness. It was a pleasure waking up every morning watching the boats and wildlife go by. The boathouse has been modernised to a high standard and was exceptionally clean. Owners were helpful with any questions. A smooth care free booking and great stay.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Alison C.

A home from home - only with a better view!

The accommodation was exactly as stated on the website. It was spotlessly clean and well maintained. Fixtures and fittings were of a high quality. We had an extremely peaceful and relaxing holiday in beautiful surroundings.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Dianne L.

Lovely Property

Easy to book with good information provided by the owner. Great location very tranquil, only a short walk to Bowness on Windemere which has lots of very good places to eat and drink. The Boathouse has been decorated to a high standard and is well equipped. A bottle of Prosseco and chocolates was a lovely surprise on arrival The swans arrived every morning for breakfast and enjoyed feeding them from the balcony with the bird food provided, as well as the robin which was also a regular visitor. Will definitely book again.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lisette C.

Perfect apartment in the Lakes

This is a wonderful apartment to stay in while visiting the Lakes District. We liked that it was close to town but far enough away that it was peaceful and relaxing. Beautiful view, excellent kitchen and plenty of space. And we got to see the otters on the otter cam which was a real treat!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Louisa S.

Relaxing comfortable and quiet

We stayed here for three nights and our stay was very relaxing and comfortable. The apartment is beautiful and we had everything we needed for our stay. The apartment was spotless with stunning views. Loved feeding the birds from the bird seed provided. We had lots of guidebooks to read and lots of advice from the owner. We walked into town that didn't take long about a mile along the paths. We would recommend this apartment to anyone who wants peace and quiet.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ann E.

Our second stay

This is a wonderful place to stay for a relaxing holiday. It is very clean, well equipped and is exactly as described in the listing. The owner is a joy to speak with on the phone and the wine and sweets went down a treat! It is very well situated for touring the Lake District. We also spend a lot of time just admiring the view from the settee! We would definitely recommend The Boathouse to friends. And we hope to be back next year.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ursula M.

A delightful apartment at a perfect location

Excellent description how to find the property. The apartment was very clean, well furnished and contained all you might need for self catering - and more. The chocolates on arrival were appreciated, as was milk in the fridge, paper towels and also a 'starter kit' of tea and coffee. The view from the balcony onto the marina is delightful. The area map was also very helpful. The location was perfect. Blessed with excellent weather we had a great time and would book again.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Kay G.

A truly magical place

Cathy is certainly a wonderful host who looked after us very well. This included communication before, during and at the end of our stay and lovely touches such as chocolates and a bottle of bubbly. We were lucky enough to celebrate our 30 year wedding anniversary at Bowness on Windermere to wake up to magic scenery in a very quiet, clean and well equipped apartment. The apartment is in a magic spot overlooking the lake. It's a short stroll to Bowness and not very far from Windermere. We highly recommend staying at the apartment and would definitely stay again when we visit the area.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Jayne S.

Wonderful Boathouse

Have never booked privately before but would definitely recommend. Communication was fantastic prior to arrival with easy to follow directions and instructions. Boathouse was lovely clean and well maintained. The bottle of bubbly was a lovely touch for our Silver Wedding Anniversary. The small touches I.e the sweets, milk and get you started tea coffee were a great touch. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay especially the otter cam which made a refreshing change to normal TV. The view from the balcony was stunning especially sitting of an evening. Would highly recommend the evening sunset tour of a Lake Winderemere especially after a day walking up to Brantfell with stunning 360 degree views using the maps provided in the boathouse. Will definitely rebook and recommend.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Richard H.

An absolute ideal apartment

First impressions as we walked into the apartment were first class. The apartment was all new, modern and tastefully decorated. If this apartment is available during your dates then just book it, you won't be disappointed. Ideally situated not only for sightseeing the Lake District but also for a walk into Bowness so no need for the car for your evening meal. The whole booking process with Cathy was uncomplicated and straight forward, as were the directions to the apartment. We would have no hesitation in staying here again.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Nigel T.

Perfect apartment, great views

The property was spotlessly clean and very well furnished with a fantastic outlook over the marina. I was lucky enough to have 3 days of great weather so I made good use of the balcony in the evenings. Very quiet setting (only heard swans and ducks mostly). Owners were easy to deal with and key pick up was simple. I would definitely recommend the property to friends and family as it is very well positioned to explore (shame the road was out above Grasmere) the beautiful area. Windermere was great with a couple of very good restaurants, the pick being the Wild Boar Smokehouse, which is about 10 minutes out on the road to Kendal but the food was superb. I played golf at 2 local courses: Kendal, which was quite difficult and VERY hilly (it seemed mostly uphill!), and; Grange over Sands which was less demanding and flat. Both courses were extremely welcoming. The property is actually more impressive than the advertisement and offers great value for money.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jemma W.

Perfect getaway

We went to the boat house for a romantic getaway for valentines weekend which we thoroughly enjoyed. The views were amazing and the apartment was clean and homely. We would definitely return.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Alexandra F.

Excellent!

Everything was accurate regardig the description, it is even way better than what it looks like on the pictures. Well furnished and modern it was nice being welcomed with some chocolates! We did not see the owner but when we called her for directions she sounded very friendly and helpful! I have recommended to my family and some friends.

About the host

Hosted by Catherine Bateman

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My husband and I live in Windermere with our two children and two dogs. We love and appreciate the area and are sure that you will to.

Why they chose this property

The property has been in the family since my Grandfather and a local builder built it in 1965.After being used as a family retreat for many years my husband and I completely renovated it and gave it a new modern look in 2013.

What makes this property unique

The Marina Boathouse is perfectly situated for the vast amount of things the Lake District has to offer. Whether it's a fell walk up Brantfell, a cruse on the lake, a night at the theatre in Bowness, boutique shopping, a huge choice of restaurants and bars, the Motor Museum at Backbarrow,the art at Blackwell or a full range of water sports; it's all on the doorstep. Look out for the otter and the kingfisher that frequent the banking.

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