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Elterwater Apartment

Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria
Original Cottages

This property is managed by our sister brand Original Cottages info_outline

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Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
No Dogs
4
 star
Apartment
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Luxury
Internet access
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bedroom
Decorated for Christmas
Downstairs bathroom
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
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At a glance

  • Bright and spacious ground floor apartment
  • Centrally located, only a short walk away from an array of restaurants and the shore of lake Windermere
  • The suntrap patio is a lovely spot to sit out on warm evenings, perfect for al fresco dining 
Overview
Property code: OC-GL124

This beautiful apartment makes a super base for a family or friends exploring the beguiling Lake District together, not least for its central location in ever-popular Bowness-on-Windermere. Guests will find themselves spoiled for choice, with a plethora of appealing Lakeland activities and attractions on the doorstep alongside a great range of shops, cafes and restaurants too. Lake Cruises on Windermere offer a wonderful way to explore the spectacular area that surrounds the Lake District’s largest lake, and Ambleside, the aquarium, the motor museum, the steam railway and endless breath taking fell walks are all enjoyably reached when travelling by boat. For Beatrix Potter fans, the Windermere ferry runs from Bowness-on-Windermere to Sawrey and from there, Hill Top - the author’s former home - is only a short walk. Closer still, the World of Beatrix Potter in Bowness is just a few moments from the property. And if the lakeside location makes water activities too tempting to resist, there are several water sports centres around the shores of the lake, offering everything from paddle boarding to high-octane wake surfing.

With spacious rooms, tasteful décor and excellent attention to detail, guests at this appealing two-bedroom property are offered style and comfort. Accommodation ranges across the ground and lower ground floors. On the ground floor, you’ll find spacious living areas, including a chic, bright lounge, flooded with light from a large bay window and with plush sofa, armchair seating and Smart TV, a smart kitchen/diner with a dining table and chairs seating six. A family bathroom with a bath and and overhead shower can also be found on this level, along with the first bedroom. Stairs lead down to the lower ground floor where you'll find the second super-king bedroom  with an en-suite shower room. The beds can be presented as twins on request.

The apartment has a sunny patio, just off the kitchen, with garden furniture so that guests can relax and enjoy al fresco meals in good weather.

  • 2 bedrooms – 1 double and 1 super-king with zip-and-link beds (which can be made up as twins on request)
  • 2 bathrooms – 1 bathroom with shower over bath, and WC; 1 en-suite shower room with walk-in shower and WC
  • Electric hob and oven, dishwasher, microwave, fridge/freezer and washer/dryer 
  • Cot and highchair available
  • Smart TV with Netflix log in provided
  • Private courtyard with patio furniture
  • Allocated parking for one car and use of 6 shared visitor spaces.
  • Shop and pub under 200 metres
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed

Kieron Anderson

This property joined our collection in 2020 and is managed by Kieron.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 29 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Zilpha, 6th October 2024

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We found the apartment very comfortable and warm, and in the main well equipped. Good value and in a central area close to the town centr. It was very quiet.

Reviewed by Huw, 21st September 2024

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Reviewed by Julia, 14th September 2024

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Spacious apartment in a good location

Reviewed by Joan, 5th September 2024

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Good place but could have been so much better. The good:- Lovely location, just a few minutes walk into town, albeit down a very steep hill. Spacious hallway into a lovely large lounge. Ground floor bedroom very comfortable with bathroom/toilet next door. Well equipped kitchen with good quality crockery, cutlery and glassware. Car parking waRead mores good. The not so good:- Check-in time is 5:00pm! Check-out time is 10:00am. We received a message shortly before arrival instructing us NOT to ask for an earlier check-in or a later check-out as that would not be possible. We couldn't find any guest information book anywhere. (Found the Wi-Fi password on the base of the router in hallway.) The property is advertised as having a Netflix account. Although it is a smart TV with the Neflix app (amongst others) the password is not provided. So, unless you know your own log-in details from home, you wont be able to access it. It appeared that the gas supply to the main lounge gas fire had been isolated as it refused to light. Central heating was a nightmare to control. If activated, it ran to the next hour only i.e. if activated at 5:45pm it turned itself off at 6:00pm and had to be reactivated until 7:00pm etc. There is also a very warning about Excessive use of the heating may incur additional costs. Downstairs ensuite bedroom had a very strong damp/musty smell. We had to leave dehumidifier on all the time to try to improve it. Ensuite toilet (Saniflo type) didn't flush properly. My daughter and her husband insisted on sleeping downstairs as they didn't think it suitable for my husband who has health issues. According to the guest book, the owners acknowledged the dampness issue in 2022 and stated that the dehumidifier was a temporary solution. Only one toilet roll per bathroom. Considering we were four adults on a three day stay, that was a little mean. There were no toiletries or shower products left in either shower room. Nothing whatsoever left by way of a welcome pack; no tea, coffee, or milk. They would have been welcome after a long drive. All in all, the property gave the impression of being a penny pinching venture run for maximum profit. It would have cost very little to address all the above matters, and to have made it a much more pleasurable stay. Very disappointing. We wouldn't stay here again and until the issues are addressed, we would not recommend anybody else to book. Currently, it is not a 4* property in our opinion despite the cost of rental. Hide

Reviewed by Fay, 24th August 2024

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Reviewed by Ann, 21st June 2024

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Comfortable and well appointed. We had no guest information which may have just been an oversight. Would have appreciated dishcloth, foil, cling film etc in kitchen. However, after saying that, we had a lovely holiday and would stay again.

Reviewed by James, 14th May 2024

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Very spacious and well equipped apartment with great access to Bowness and Windermere

Reviewed by Paul, 4th May 2024

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Reviewed by Paul, 20th April 2024

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Very spacious and warm comfortable property in a quiet area. Many nice period features, high ceilings and bay window. Well equipped modern style kitchen. Beds very comfortable. Good bathrooms. Very close to shops (Tesco express not far and a Booths at Windemere station). A few minutes walk to Pier side area. Good local bus service. Note the short dRead moreistance from the bottom of Helm Rd. to the property entrance is very steep. Good parking area to front. Very satisfied with our stay (April 2024). Hide

Reviewed by Stan, 28th January 2024

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Nicely situated in town. Very well equipped. Enjoyed a nice break.

Reviewed by Gillian, 3rd January 2024

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Position of the apartment is ideal . It is large and spacious.

Reviewed by Brian, 24th October 2023

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Reviewed by Marion, 8th October 2023

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Attractive spacious apartment & very centrally situated for shops and places to eat

Reviewed by Joseph, 30th September 2023

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Reviewed by Andrew, 28th September 2023

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Reviewed by Anonymous, 9th September 2023

Had a great 4 days in the Lake District, parked up the car and travelled around by bus, 4 boats and a steam train. Wonderful scenery and great places to visit. Apartment in good central position.

Reviewed by Anonymous, 5th September 2023

Thank you for an amazing stay, felt like home, clean, comfortable, great location - we loved the attention to detail! We will definitely come back here for longer.

Reviewed by Anonymous, 6th August 2023

Thanks for a lovely stay here, the location was excellent and apartment comfortable. We recommend Villa Positano for family meals! This is a great place to stay for a visit in the Lakes!

Reviewed by Anonymous, 25th July 2023

We had a lovely stay here in Bowness. The apartment is in a great location both for exploring Bowness and going out for local walks. Great little place for our sons first trip to the Lakes.

Reviewed by Anthony, 11th July 2023

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Reviewed by Margaret, 26th June 2023

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The reason my scores are not higher is because we are 4 elderly ladies (3 in our 80s and 1 in her 70s) We loved the apartment and the area but the steep incline leading up to the apartment was almost impossible for one of us and very difficult for all of us) Also I think it would have been helpful if there had been a non slip mat and hand rails in Read morethe bath. I don't think we gave our ages etc when we booked so it may be useful to ask questions on the booking form as to age and fitness. Also to recommend that older people without transport would find it difficult. In spite of all this we did have a lovely holiday and just sorry that we could not come again Hide

Reviewed by Anonymous, 3rd June 2023

Stayed here with our sister and brother-in-law and had the best time. The apartment was clean and had everything we needed. Lots of lovely memories made, thank you so much. Our Christmas present was definitely worth waiting for - perfect location.

Reviewed by Anonymous, 20th May 2023

Had a lovely week, weather great and flat perfect. Could not wish for anything else. Lovely food at the railway at Haverthwaite steam train.

Reviewed by Gordon, 11th May 2023

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Reviewed by Anonymous, 9th May 2023

Very lucky with weather this year! Another lovely holiday in our beloved Lakes. Watched the Coronation on the lovely big TV. Will be back in September.

Reviewed by M, 2nd May 2023

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Reviewed by Anonymous, 27th April 2023

Apartment was great, excellent spot. Thanks, we will be back.

Reviewed by Sally, 12th March 2023

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A lovely light, spacious property just a short (quite steep) walk to Windemere Lake plus all the shops and restaurants that Bowness-on-Windemere has to offer.

Reviewed by Anthony, 2nd January 2023

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