Title: Bownessy's Retreat - 26989 Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Bownessy's Retreat - 26989 ## Photo gallery for Bownessy's Retreat - 26989 ![1 bedroom, free WiFi, bed sheets - Bownessy's Retreat - 26989 (Bowness-on-Windermere)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32930000/32927900/32927880/a209cea1.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Bownessy's Retreat - 26989 (Bowness-on-Windermere)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32930000/32927900/32927880/ab620d45.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area - Bownessy's Retreat - 26989 (Bowness-on-Windermere)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32930000/32927900/32927880/e371816d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Bownessy's Retreat - 26989 (Bowness-on-Windermere)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32930000/32927900/32927880/df4faebf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior detail - Bownessy's Retreat - 26989 (Bowness-on-Windermere)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32930000/32927900/32927880/ddc73337.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Belle View’s ground-floor apartment, Bownessy's Retreat, in the heart of Bowness offers a warm welcome with a fully equipped kitchen and cozy living space. Explore Lake Windermere’s shores or unwind on the bench in your private sitting-out area. ## Reviews 8.6 Excellent ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroom ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Free Wi-Fi - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Bownessy's Retreat - 26989 This newly refurbished ground floor apartment is just minutes from the shores of Lake Windermere, and all amenities including restaurants, bars shops and the wonderful Beatrix Potter attraction.. 1 step to entrance. All on the Ground Floor: Open plan living space. Living area: Freeview TV, DVD Player, DVDs Dining area. Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher Bedroom: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Shower Room: (1 Step), Walk-In Shower, Toilet. Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Sitting-out area with bench. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking. Please note: There is one step to the sitting-out area.. Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot. No smoking.. This cosy one bedroom apartment has been refurbished to a very high standard with new carpets and furnishings throughout. The ideal place for couples to get away. It is in the heart of Bowness, steps from the lake. Bars, restaurants and shops only 200 yards away. Perfect to use as a base to explore all the area has to offer. Refurbished in November 2022 this ground floor apartment consists of a fully equipped kitchen that has all the utensils, crockery and cutlery you need for your stay, a bedroom, bathroom and living room with TV and DVD player, and parking for one car. All linen and towels are provided. Wi-Fi included. The two-storey town house comprises of two separate apartments, Belle View (ref 16645) occupies the upper part of the building including the balcony and Bownessy’s Retreat (ref 26989) is all on the ground floor. Both properties can be booked together and are an ideal all year round holiday retreat for a family or friends. Free WiFi There are steps within the property. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Dishwasher ### Bedrooms - Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Towels provided ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Single level property - Smoke-free property ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/23000000/22290000/22280400/22280374/deafa439.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Windermere Manor Hotel Windermere - 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip 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 This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as su-26989-26989 1 Bedroom Accommodation in Bowness on windermere 1 bedroom accommodation in Bowness-on-Windermere Windermere ## About the area Windermere is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Windermere and Ullswater, while Old Laundry Theatre and Hawkshead Grammar School are cultural highlights. Holehird Gardens and Treetop Trek are also worth visiting. [Visit our Windermere travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Windermere.dx5478) [View more Cottages in Windermere](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Windermere-Cottages.d5478-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C54.36693%2C-2.91968&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=5Opsvo6nGWJLKmLTzYW22SOU774=) Bowness-on-Windermere ### What's nearby - ![Autumn at Lake Windermere, Cumbria, UK. A beautiful sunny day in the English Lake District., Shutterstock ID 713135047, Purchase Order: SP-1896 , Order Number: SP-1896 Go Guides, Client/Licensee: Hot](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621563222832/6c0c8576-0ab9-44a4-a3ef-e306bc5dc5ff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lake Windermere 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - ![World of Beatrix Potter showing bird life](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087973/94e2d954-d771-492d-9fff-522e835f58d0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) World of Beatrix Potter 4 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Old Laundry Theatre 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories 5 min walk \- 0.3 miles - Bowness Pier 7 min walk \- 0.4 miles ### Getting around - Windermere Station 4 min drive - Manchester Airport (MAN) 102 min drive ### Restaurants - Lake View Garden 6 min walk - The Westmorland Inn 4 min walk - Bowness Tap Rooms 5 min walk - Costa Coffee 5 min walk - The Village Inn Bar & Grill 6 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Bownessy's Retreat - 26989 pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Bownessy's Retreat - 26989? ### What time is check-in at Bownessy's Retreat - 26989? ### What time is check-out at Bownessy's Retreat - 26989? ### Where is Bownessy's Retreat - 26989 located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Bownessy's Retreat - 26989 Reviews ## Reviews ### Excellent All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 6 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 8.0 Location ## Reviews This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Linda Kerwood 8 Apr 2025 #### The accommodation was clean and comfortable, unfortunately we found some very disgusting utensils in The accommodation was clean and comfortable, unfortunately we found some very disgusting utensils in the draw. A potato masher with potato stuck in the grooves and the most disgusting wooden spoon I have ever seen. Luckily for us we didn't intend to do any cooking as the location of the property was literally a 5 minute walk to some great pubs and restaurants. ##### Linda Kerwood This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Christine Summers 4 Jun 2025 #### Lovely apartment very clean and tidy. Lovely apartment very clean and tidy. ##### Christine Summers ### 8/10 Good #### Alan W. 27 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Handy location Unit is downstairs with one above. Sign in house advises that sound travels easily between the units. Would have been good to know this before booking. Just hope the guests above aren't party people or have elephant feet. 5 nin walj yo lots of eateries pubs and the jetties for cruises. ##### Alan W. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Lynne 30 Nov 2020 #### We have stayed here lots of times. We have stayed here lots of times. Very happy to always go back however prices in the summer are far too high. it is classed as for 4 people but we have only ever been 2 as making a settee into a bed would really restrict movement in the room. Crockery is minimal and this time one of the plates and a mug had a crack through them however i left them out and am sure they will be replaced. There is no internet but you can use your hotspot as the signal was good. Great location as very near the centre yet the road is super quiet. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo ##### Lynne This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lynne 19 Nov 2019 #### Our favourite place for a short break. Our favourite place for a short break. We must have been here at least 6 times and it suits our needs. Only 2 of us and the dog but would be squashed with 4. ##### Lynne This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### K 20 Oct 2019 #### Good value for money. Good value for money. Owner could update the curtains, pillows etc. ##### K This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Lynne 29 Sept 2019 #### Love it here. Love it here. A bit cramped if 4 but ideal for 2\. This makes it a little more expensive but we like it. ##### Lynne This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### A 20 May 2019 #### Beautiful location and the flat was in a good location to be able to walk into town for the activiti Beautiful location and the flat was in a good location to be able to walk into town for the activities there. Decor was ok . Would book this again if staying in the region. ##### A ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Splash Landings Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stoke-On-Trent-Hotels-Splash-Landings-Hotel.h1160988.Hotel-Information) > > [Pine Lake Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carnforth-Hotels-Pine-Lake-Resort.h1928661.Hotel-Information) > > [The Bowman by Greene King Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Nottingham-Hotels-The-Bowman.h46162199.Hotel-Information) > > [Cave Hotel & Golf Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Faversham-Hotels-Cave-Hotel-Golf-Resort.h33410673.Hotel-Information) > > [Wychnor Park Country Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Burton-On-Trent-Hotels-Wychnor-Park-Country-Club.h1927715.Hotel-Information) > > [Ox Hotel Manchester](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-Milton-Manchester-Hotel.h18787802.Hotel-Information) > > [Cambridge Belfry Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cambridge-Hotels-Cambridge-Belfry.h1103020.Hotel-Information) > > [Cheltenham Chase Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cheltenham-Hotels-Delta-By-Marriott-Cheltenham-Chase-Hotel.h9657.Hotel-Information) > > [Etrop Grange Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-Etrop-Grange.h49116.Hotel-Information) > > [Lakeside Lodge with 6 berth hot tub and private fishing peg](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lincoln-Hotels-Delightful-Lakeside-Lodge-With-Hot-Tub-Private-Fishing-Peg-With-Stunning-View.h27123912.Hotel-Information) > > [Northlands Farm & Lakes](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chichester-Hotels-Northlands-Farm-Lakes-Premium-Chalet-1.h37797465.Hotel-Information) > > [Urban Beach Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bournemouth-Hotels-Urban-Beach-Hotel.h2814369.Hotel-Information) > > [The Brown Horse Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Windermere-Hotels-The-Brown-Horse-Inn.h16427616.Hotel-Information) > > [Caverswall Castle](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stoke-On-Trent-Hotels-Caverswall-Castle.h23959535.Hotel-Information) > > [Luxury caravan at Butlins Skegness](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Skegness-Hotels-Luxury-Caravan-At-Butlins-Skegness.h36376338.Hotel-Information) > > [Cherry Park Hall](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Worksop-Hotels-Cherry-Park-Hall.h15952872.Hotel-Information) > > [The Derwent Manor Boutique Hotel ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Consett-Hotels-The-Derwent-Manor-Boutique-Hotel.h9535.Hotel-Information) > > [Bredbury Hall by Accor](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stockport-Hotels-Bredbury-Hall.h64706.Hotel-Information) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Manchester-Airport.h26104.Hotel-Information) > > [Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Colchester-Hotels-Delta-Hotels-By-Marriott-Colchester.h14251.Hotel-Information) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton Stoke on Trent](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stoke-On-Trent-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Stoke-On-Trent.h6788.Hotel-Information) > > [De Vere Tortworth Court](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bristol-Hotels-De-Vere-Tortworth-Court.h570412.Hotel-Information) > > [The New French Partridge](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Northampton-Hotels-The-New-French-Partridge.h2288818.Hotel-Information) > > [Fisherman's Cot, Tiverton by Marston's Inns](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Tiverton-Hotels-Fishermans-Cot.h11900175.Hotel-Information) > > [Delta Hotels by Marriott Warwick](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Warwick-Hotels-M40-J15-Warwick-Hotel.h10444.Hotel-Information) > > [Saltmoore](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whitby-Hotels-Raithwaite-Sandsend.h4276816.Hotel-Information) > > [Stunning Lodge set in relaxing surrounding, sleeps 6/8, 3 en-suites, free WIFI](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Windermere-Hotels-Stunning-Lodge-Set-In-Relaxing-Surrounding.h19415959.Hotel-Information) > > [Cragwood Country House Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Windermere-Hotels-Cragwood-Country-House-Hotel.h15246012.Hotel-Information) > > [Makeney Hall Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Belper-Hotels-Makeney-Hall-Hotel.h1206529.Hotel-Information) ---