Ivy Bank | Windermere | Bowness-on-windermere | The Lake District And Cumbria

4.8★

6 Guests
3 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor accommodation
Ground floor bedroom
Open fire
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

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* Based on a combined average customer score

97 Customer Review(s)

Rosey
October 2024

“Exceptional holiday accommodation in the perfect location.”

Ivy Bank is situated a stones throw from fantastic restaurants and pubs whilst being set back enough to be lovely and quiet on an evening. We loved walking our dog down to windermere first thing when it was tranquil - probably 7 mins walk. The property has been well thought out and is finished to a beautiful standard. I cannot see us staying anywhere else when we return to the lovely area of Bowness on Windermere. Special shout-out to the owners who were super responsive when we had a query ...

Ivy Bank is situated a stones throw from fantastic restaurants and pubs whilst being set back enough to be lovely and quiet on an evening. We loved walking our dog down to windermere first thing when it was tranquil - probably 7 mins walk. The property has been well thought out and is finished to a beautiful standard. I cannot see us staying anywhere else when we return to the lovely area of Bowness on Windermere. Special shout-out to the owners who were super responsive when we had a query during our stay and very helpful when we left something precious behind. Thank you!

- Rosey, October 2024
Neil October 2024

“Fantastic property in a great and fairly peaceful location too.”

. the bedroom standards were all excellent and our 13 year old daughter loved having the top floor to herself.. The basement living space and kitchen were both very comfortable and had everything we needed inc a good quality Smart TV.. Can’t fault the house at all, it’s been done up to the highest standards.

- Neil, October 2024
Elizabeth October 2024

“Ivy Bank is perfect and I genuinely can’t fault it.”

We have stayed in many different properties in the Lakes but none have ticked every box for us. Until now. We were so happy and comfortable at Ivy Bank we have booked to go back for another week in January 2025. It is in a great location and a very quiet area. The beds are really comfy and the settees too. The kitchen is well equipped and the underfloor heating on the ground floor was a real treat. Loved staying here.

- Elizabeth, October 2024
Simone August 2024

“Lovely old cottage that has been renovated to a high standard.”

Well equipped and very comfortable. Great location for a short walk into Bowness.

- Simone, August 2024
Rachel May 2024

“What a beautiful property!”

It was just perfect for our family. Had everything we needed. I really liked the fact that there were plastic cups for my daughter to use too. Tea, milk and biscuits on arrival too. The bedrooms were a great size and the beds were sooo comfy. There was a travel cot for our baby and a lovely high chair ready for us. It’s the perfect location too. Just a short walk to the town where everything is. I loved that fact that we didn’t need to book a restaurant we could just walk into wherever we wanted to eat and get a table. Also dog friendly too. We had staff coming over offering water and dog treats too. We will definitely come back to Ivy Bank. We were also chatting to the neighbours in the cottage at the back who were lovely and spent the time chatting to our daughter. I will say that parking is tight. But we found that if we reversed down the main drive and drive on to the drive forwards it was better for us.

- Rachel, May 2024
Kate May 2024

“Lovely house in a great location.”

Very well kept and very well equipped. Everything you could have wanted from the fans in each room to free logs. Plenty of games and books to keep all entertained. Just note that you have to park around the back (no directions given) and the parking space is just big enough for a family saloon. Plenty of parking on the surround roads if you have more than one car. Short and easy walk to both Bo’ness and Windermere. Take the short cut through Craig Walk to Bo’ness if you have a dog and don’t forget to admire the terrific views (and ales) from the Angel Inn.

- Kate, May 2024
Morag April 2024

“We enjoyed our week at Ivy Bank and, having rented holiday accommodation in Bowness for many years, this was probably the best one.”

Everything you could need was supplied and the property was furnished to a very high standard. It is conveniently located within walking distance of shops, restaurants and the lake, with the added bonus of a private parking space. I would definitely recommend this property and hope to return with my family in the future.

- Morag, April 2024
Graham March 2024

“Great property and our second stay here.”

Great location and very peaceful

- Graham, March 2024
Kelly March 2024

“Ivy Bank is a lovely place to stay.”

Great central location to walk into Bowness and Windermere. The property is lovely, comfy beds and all you need in the kitchen. The log burner and underfloor heating made it cosy and warm. Parking space is tight but a great bonus as the surrounding roads are busy. We would definitely like to come back and stay again. Thank you

- Kelly, March 2024
Vivien February 2024

“Superb stay.”

Property was in a fantastic location, quick and easy walk to restaurants bars and the lake. Really well equipped, they’d thought of EVERYTHING (other than shower gel, which we didn’t take as would have expected). It’s a beautifully presented and spacious house. We’d definitely book this again if/when returning to Windermere.

- Vivien, February 2024
Brian February 2024

“This is the second time we’ve stayed in Ivy Bank and we love it.”

Ideally situated and well equipped and maintained cottage. Thank you to the owners for another great family weekend.

- Brian, February 2024
Kayleigh January 2024

“We absolutely loved our stay at ivy bank for a few days to celebrate my mum & dad’s birthday.”

They’d never visited the lakes before and already can’t wait to go back and stay here again. It was lovely and clean, very well equipped for everything we needed and very spacious. I was worried it wouldn’t be big enough for 4 adults, a toddler and our dog but it was more than big enough! The pictures don’t do it justice! Very modern and in a great location! We would definitely recommend ivy bank :) thankyou for a wonderful stay!

- Kayleigh, January 2024
Linsey January 2024

“Another great week at Ivy Bank,such a great house and location, Thankyou for the logs, due to the awful weather these were greatly appreciated and put to good use for days in relaxing.”

The new sofas are fab, so much comfier than the ones last year, and made the week even more relaxing. House is well equipped, lovely touches of the locally sourced Reed diffusers and handsoap, they smelt luxurious and amazing, thankyou for all the little touches that made it a great week x

- Linsey, January 2024
Janine December 2023

“Ivy Bank is an cellent place to stay, has everything you need & more.”

Suits 6 people & 2 dog's very comfortably. One parking space, however east to park for free near by. We loved the real fire, very close to centre & cinema. The cinema was a real treat, like going back in time, just wonderful. We had a fabulous week, great restaurants, nice people, lovely country walks & good old fashioned pubs.

- Janine, December 2023
Sarah December 2023

“Lovely cottage situated in a great location for ease of walking from your door.”

This is the second time we have stayed here and we just love it. Great log burner with complementary wood which is also great and warming after a snowy cold day. We will be booking this again.

- Sarah, December 2023
Carol November 2023

“Fabulous house .”

The best equipped kitchen . Lovely and warm . The perfect base for exploring the southern lakes . It is our second visit and we will return . Highly recommended.

- Carol, November 2023
Mel October 2023

“Stayed October 2023.”

This was our second stay at Ivy Bank, and it won’t be our last! A fantastic property. It has all the comforts you need for a holiday. Lovely little homely touches throughout. There was a welcome basket of tea/coffee/biscuits, games/DVDs, smart TVs in lounge and bedrooms and a travel cot, highchair and stairgates (the stairgates made it so easy to be away from home with a very active 1 year old, thank you!!). Really good quality bedding and kitchenware. There was a really well put together info book with activities, restaurants, house info, walks and local tips, etc. The master bedroom on the top floor is beautiful and has the most comfy bed I’ve slept in at a holiday cottage. We had the best nights of sleep! They obviously try to support local too - with the hand wash and moisturiser from a local shop and some of the artwork from a local photographer (who we met at the Bowness Sunday market and bought some of their work, stunning!). Perfect location in the centre of Bowness - walking distance to shops, pub and restaurants as well as Lake Windermere, boat cruises, car/foot ferry and transport links, etc. A huge added bonus is the car parking space, which became a must for us after having stayed in bowness for the last 6 years and struggling year on year to find on-road parking, even with a permit! We have a Volvo XC90, so a very large 4x4, and can park it (just!) in the space. The owners are really friendly, communication is great and they answer any queries. We’ve had two perfect family holidays staying at Ivy Bank now! Thank you!

- Mel, October 2023
Julie October 2023

“Have holidayed through Sykes before , always as you would hope , lovely staff , ...”

Have holidayed through Sykes before , always as you would hope , lovely staff , Ivy bank was amazing one of the nicest cottages , parking at property , although it’s in such a good spot we didn’t use car , Super comfortable, very clean 10/10

- Julie, October 2023
Julie October 2023

“The ad for this property didn’t do it justice - really spacious and well appointed with clean modern decor.”

The amount of utensils and other things available within the property was better than you find in most holiday rentals. Convenient private parking and brilliant location for the lake, amenities and nearby walks. Would definitely look to book this property again when I next return to Bowness.

- Julie, October 2023
Linda September 2023

“Lovely holiday property everything you need, wish we had booked to stay longer, ...”

Lovely holiday property everything you need, wish we had booked to stay longer, central for all amenities, a big thank you to the owners your house is perfect, from four very happy pensioners

- Linda, September 2023
Greg September 2023

“It was a lovely well laid out House.”

Perfect location for Bowness-on-Windamere as 2 minutes walk and you are there. Great walk from the house to Brant Fell Viewpoint, what a view on a nice day. Definitely stay again. Thankyou

- Greg, September 2023
Debra August 2023

“Great location for our holiday.”

Parking was a bit tight for the larger car, but was good to be able to park next to the house. Will stay here again.

- Debra, August 2023
Sharon August 2023

“We stayed at Ivy Bank with two children aged 8 and 12 and our dog in August 2023.”

The cottage is an amazing location and is very quiet and is close to everything you need within a very short walking distance. Everything and more you need is provided for. It is impeccably clean and well planned out. The children liked being upstairs on their own floor as they are a little older but if you had small children there is also another lovely bedroom on the top floor. Logs are provided for the log burner and there is a welcome washer/dryer which we used as it rained quite a bit during our trip! We had a lovely week at the cottage and would highly recommend you stay there.

- Sharon, August 2023
Glen August 2023

“We had a great week at the property, it has everything that you would need and is very comfortable, the location is great situated between Bowness and Windermere, with lots of places to eat and drink close by.”

- Glen, August 2023
Jack June 2023

“We really enjoyed our stay in this lovely house.”

The location is perfect!

- Jack, June 2023
Nick May 2023

“Excellent house in a great location.”

Uncomfortable lounge sofa’s is my only complaint. Everything else excellent.

- Nick, May 2023
Sarah May 2023

“Lovely cottage with great location-easy access to Bowness and beyond!”

The cottage has everything you need for a comfortable stay -access via the back of the house was a bit scruffy but other than that, inside is well maintained. We would definitely book to stay again

- Sarah, May 2023
Natalie April 2023

“Thank you for an amazing stay at Ivy Bank Cottage.”

The decoration, furniture and fine detail was all to a very high standard. Ivy Bank had everything you could possibly need for you stay. The location is fantastic. We were able to walk to the shops in Bowness and the lake without taking the car. We can’t wait to come back. Amazing property.

- Natalie, April 2023
Stuart April 2023

“We have stayed at this cottage before and we were pleased to see that on our return the high standards had still been maintained.”

The bedrooms are all a good size and the accommodation is ideal for a family with small children. The cottage is lovely and warm and the parking space right outside the property is a plus, there is also plenty of free parking in adjacent streets if you have two cars . Overall a great cottage that we would highly recommend.

- Stuart, April 2023
Kevin April 2023

“We had a lovely comfortable stay and found the location was great.”

We would definitely recommend this property to friends and family.

- Kevin, April 2023
Colin March 2023

“Ivy bank is in such a great location, cottage was so comfortable with everything you needed.”

Lovely and warm with plenty of hot water. We had a fabulous time with our family and would definitely go back.

- Colin, March 2023
Jordan March 2023

“Just arrived home after having 4 nights away at Ivy Bank Cottage.”

The Cottage was everything we could of hoped for. Spotlessly clean, lovely, cosy and warm (we didn't even need to use the log burner haha) Situated in a great location and had an added bonus of parking space round the back. Roughly a 10 minute walk to the Bowness on Windermere Lake, where we got a ferry across to Ambleside (dog friendly) and also a ferry across the water to the Wray Castle and a great viewing point. Also was only a 10 minute walk to Windermere where we took a walk up Orrest Head which was well worth the walk for the views at the top. Finally there were several dog friendly pubs but we found The Quayside one was the best which did great food and also a sports bar downstairs to watch the football. Would definitely visit and stay again. (Hopefully in the sunshine)

- Jordan, March 2023
Lee February 2023

“Fishing Windermere all year round I get to stay in alot of properties in the area, ivy Bank is certainly one of the best and most certainly the warmest, we had a very comfortable stay and hope to be back soon.”

- Lee, February 2023
Tracy December 2022

“Perfect home from home!”

We stayed here with our sons, their partners, our 2 year old grandson and 2 dogs! Lots of space for us all - great facilities - with 5he exception of an air fryer which seems to be the trend right now (!) the house had everything including the very much valued parking space! Great location too - 5 minutes walk down hill to Bowness Centre and 15 minutes walk from Windermere. We will definitely stay here again if we're lucky enough to find it available!

- Tracy, December 2022
Liz December 2022

“Lovely property that is well equipped and a short few minutes walk into Bowness.”

Lounge/dining area is modern and cosy with a heated floor adding to the comfort. The stair gate at the bottom of the stairs we found useful as we had a dog and she couldn’t wander. All three bedrooms were large and clean. Overall a delightful property that I would definitely recommend.

- Liz, December 2022
Adam December 2022

“Excellent location and a lovely rental property.”

Very well equipped kitchen. We’ve stayed in a lot of properties in Windermere and Bowness and this was probably the best value for money for our preferred week.

- Adam, December 2022
Chris November 2022

“An amazing location with off road parking,plenty of space in the property.”

We will definitely booking this again.

- Chris, November 2022
Mel October 2022

“Ivy Bank is a really lovely property and in a perfect location for exploring the town or further afield.”

The owner’s communication before we arrived was great and they were friendly and helpful. The property itself is lovely - has a nice homely feel to it. The open plan living area was very sociable and cosy and the kitchen was lovely and had everything you needed (ever a little pack of cleaning bits for our stay). The house was very clean and had everything you could need for a holiday, even some books and games and even a store out the back for wellies/outdoor stuff (although we didn’t use it). Beds and pillows were very comfortable - we slept so well whilst there!! The location is brilliant - so close to all the amenities of Bowness but also within walking distance of Windermere and some local walks too. For anyone with little ones, the stairgates (to the open plan living area on the lower ground floor and bedrooms on the top floor) were so useful as our baby was on the move by the time we stayed! And there was a high chair and travel cot provided too. All of which were a good, clean standard. Made travelling with a baby much lighter!! Having the parking space was a godsend as we’ve stayed in other local properties without a parking space (only a road parking permit) and trying to find a space at the end of a day out was a nightmare. The space is a little tight but we managed to park a Volvo XC90 in it, so it’s big enough for a large 4x4! Would 100% stay at Ivy Bank again - in fact we’re looking to book for 2023 so think that says it all!

- Mel, October 2022
Kelly October 2022

“Lovely property and great price as it wasn't the school holidays.”

Everything was clean, we chose this property as it allowed a dog but our dog sadly passed away a couple of weeks before but you wouldn't be able to tell dogs was there (no dog hairs etc,) There are also baby gates which are a great help with babys/ small children. Love the log burner!

- Kelly, October 2022
Sharon October 2022

“Beautiful cottage, plenty of room for our group of 4 adults and 2 dogs, bedrooms and bathrooms were immaculate.”

Brilliant location, cannot fault the place. Would highly recommend anyone booking this you won't be disappointed!

- Sharon, October 2022

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Darren September 2022

“Another great Sykes holiday and another excellent cottage.”

Ivy Bank was just as described and possibly the best equipped cottage we have stayed in, in recent years. With an eldely parent amongst our group, we alway try to find something that's appropriate but with 2 dogs, it'snot the easiest task. Although one flight of stairs was still necessary, the ground floor, en-suite bedroom was perfect.

- Darren, September 2022
Paul August 2022

“Had a lovely stay at this holiday house - perfectly situated for accessing the town shops and restaurants within walking distance.”

Also a good base to explore the Lake District. Parking for 1 car very helpful. Accommodation very clean and well equipped. As previously reported - beds very comfortable indeed! Owner dealt with a minor issue immediately and made some very good suggestions to visit/eat at- a bonus! Would consider booking again and would recommend!

- Paul, August 2022
James August 2022

“The house was perfect for a family of 5.”

Really clean, high quality appliances, crockery pots and pans etc. Great location the lake, restaurants and bars were all within a few minutes walk.

- James, August 2022
Meryl June 2022

“An excellent property finished to a very high standard The beds are really comfortable and everything needed for our stay was provided.”

On arrival everything was clean and tidy. Maybe not ideal for anyone with mobility issues as the property is over 3 floors but not an issue for us. The parking space is a little tight and reversing out onto the road can be problematic. The property is only a short walk from shops, pubs and restaurants and there are plenty of options. I would certainly recommend the property and we had a fabulous stay. Thank you.

- Meryl, June 2022
Claire June 2022

“Everything was excellent.”

Parking if you have a large car is challenging and you have to reverse down the path. Facilities were excellent and the kitchen was well equipped which is a refreshing change. Very comfortable and great location as town is a short and pleasant walk. No garden area which is the only downside but lovely comfortable stay.

- Claire, June 2022
Dan June 2022

“The house was great, really nicely decorated plenty of room for 5 adults and a great location to pubs shops etc”

- Dan, June 2022
Graham May 2022

“Lovely cottage with very comfortable beds.”

Spotlessly clean throughout and very well equipped. We liked it so much, we’ve already rebooked for next year.

- Graham, May 2022
Cheryl April 2022

“Ideally situated close to Bowness, spacious and comfortable.”

Ideal for a weeks stay in the Lake District. Car park space is handy to have close by, but slightly small, large SUV just about managed to be parked. We would stay again and would recommend.

- Cheryl, April 2022
Lynsey April 2022

“Great location, the cottage was well equipped and clean.”

Comfy beds and spacious rooms. Thank you

- Lynsey, April 2022
Ricky April 2022

“Ivy Bank is without doubt an outstanding property to stay within Bowness.”

Clean, comfortable and well appointed we were wanting for nothing during our stay. Access to the parking area is tight (rear of property) but prevents the hassle of finding a parking spot on the road (which can be bus). The decor was modern and fresh with underfloor heating on the ground floor. Overall a great location to use as a base for a Lake District break.

- Ricky, April 2022
Elaine March 2022

“Fabulous house and in perfect location.”

We had a problem with the hot water but the owners were really quick to get this fixed for us. We’ll definitely be back.

- Elaine, March 2022
Andrew March 2022

“We had a wonderful holiday the cottage was better than described It was very ...”

We had a wonderful holiday the cottage was better than described It was very clean with everything you needed for a family break warm Comfortable and close to all amenities the parking space was a bonus We will definitely be back

- Andrew, March 2022
Carol February 2022

“Fabulous cottage in a great location.”

Bedrooms were much larger than indicated in the photos . The kitchen was extremely well equipped , especially the selection of glasses . The parking space at the back is an added bonus as I was able to park my very long estate car , albeit at an angle . I would highly recommend this accommodation .

- Carol, February 2022
Louise February 2022

“Gorgeous house, spacious comfortable and clean.”

Loved the log burner and attention to detail with the facilities. Fantastic central location. Can’t wait to come back and stay again.

- Louise, February 2022
Anne February 2022

“Need to work on a welcome pack and facilities within the cottage were basic, the fireplace was amazing and after the issues during our stay were addressed really quickly by the owner.”

Location was amazing.

- Anne, February 2022
Gemma January 2022

“The property was immaculate on arrival.”

The parking was perfect for leaving our car off road for the majority of our trip! The safety gates at the top and bottom of the stairs were great for both our dog and our toddler. We will definitely be returning and will recommend to family and friends.

- Gemma, January 2022
D December 2021

“Amazing property, amazing location for Bowness.”

We all thoroughly enjoyed it (ages from 24-88). All facilities were perfect, complimentary tea, sugar, coffee etc, decorated lovely for Christmas and even some mince pies and choices with prosecco! Will definitely be back. Thank you

- D, December 2021
Sarah November 2021

“Beautiful property spacious and within walking distance to Bowness.”

The property was modern, newly furnished and very clean. 3 lovely bedrooms with one being Super King size bed which was great. 2 bathrooms which accommodated our party well. Having wood supply for the wood burning fire was a nice touch and very much appreciated as the weather had turned very cold. Parking was fine for our car which was a mitsubishi outlander so not a small car. No enclosed garden for our dogs but this didn't bother us as we were out walking most of the day so not required. Would definitely recommend and return to this property. We had a great holiday here.

- Sarah, November 2021
Carol November 2021

“Fantastic weekend.”

Excellent property, great location, very clean, well equipped and would highly recommend. Only 1 very minor criticism, if you have a large car or SUV, difficult to fit into the available parking space at rear of property. However, there is street parking available.

- Carol, November 2021
Jacqueline October 2021

“Enjoyed our stay again very clean and comfortable accommodation,”

- Jacqueline, October 2021
Iain September 2021

“Parking at rear is restricted.”

Small car fits, small medium car like ours just fitted and no more. Medium Or large sized car will not fit.

- Iain, September 2021
Julie September 2021

“What a beautiful house , lovely location, just a short walk into bowness, ...”

What a beautiful house , lovely location, just a short walk into bowness, really well equipped and great facilities, perfect holiday for myself and partner

- Julie, September 2021
Alyson August 2021

“The house was beautiful, relaxing and comfortable.”

We all enjoyed the time we spent there. The owners checked how we wanted the rooms set up and everything was as it was listed.

- Alyson, August 2021
Tim August 2021

“Ivy Bank cottage has everything to offer for a cottage stay within walking distance of bowness on windermere.”

The Bedrooms are spacious and comfortable. Both the ensuite and main bathroom have great facilities with both options for shower and bath in main bathroom. The kitchen living area has all the facilities and utensils needed with a large dining table and multiple sofas to accomadate the 6 people. Decor and style is also spot on (IMO) throughout. Only minor issues were Parking space is tight, but there is onstreet parking very close with availability daily to use car as we did. Could do with a purpose made drying area for winter users (i.e. heatlamp outside rear door possibly) Location, accomodation, facilities excellent and would definetly stay again.

- Tim, August 2021
Paul July 2021

“The property was very comfortable and was very well equipped with plenty of crockery and cutlery.”

There is very little outdoor space at the property and may not work for some due to this. Property has a really central location and is ideal for getting the best out of Bowness and Windermere. We would recommend the property.

- Paul, July 2021
Tara July 2021

“Excellent property, in an ideal location!”

Was perfect for our family holiday. Would definitely book again

- Tara, July 2021
Paul April 2021

“This was our second stay at Ivy Bank and we really enjoyed it.”

The house was spotlessly clean and had everything we needed for our stay. Ivy Bank is in the perfect position for walking into Bowness and exploring the beautiful countryside. There is parking available which is ideal and the owner was really helpful when I messaged her on two occasions. We would definitely recommend the house and will be staying again in the future.

- Paul, April 2021
Nicole April 2021

“Perfectly located, nicely presented cottage.”

Lovely neutral and up-to-date decor. Kitchen was well equipped. Although space was a little tight between the dining table and cooker the rest of it felt nicely open. We had ordered a supermarket delivery to the cottage and were worried there may not be enough space. We were really pleasantly surprised when we found 2 fridges in the kitchen (one under the counter fridge, and one 3/4 free standing fridge freezer). One of the beds (downstairs room) was uncomfortable and creaked loudly every time we rolled over but, as there were only 4 of us in the cottage, we were able to move to the smaller but more comfy room upstairs. Pillows on beds were lovely and comfy - so much so we purchased some for ourselves when we got home! It took us a while to workout the underfloor heating but it was beautifully toasty once we had worked it out. Log burner was also a lovely treat. Parking space was a real bonus, although it was a squeeze for a large car (XC60) we managed it with a bit of shuffling around to park diagonally. Advert says street parking for any further vehicles but, there weren't many spaces nearby even though we went at a fairly quiet time. All in all, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Windermere and would definitely recommend this cottage.

- Nicole, April 2021
Sara December 2020

“We stayed here for a pre Xmas family break and had the best time.”

The cottage is beautiful and very well equipped. We were only here for the weekend but we managed to see and do a lot. We will be back again.

- Sara, December 2020
Scott October 2020

“Ivy bank was like a home from home in an excellent location!”

- Scott, October 2020
Marcelle September 2020

“Lovely cottage with everything you need & a parking place at the rear of the property, Superb location for shops, Bars & Resturant’s in Bowness, We will thoroughly recommend Ivy Bank Cottage.”

- Marcelle, September 2020
Bethan September 2020

“Had a lovely stay at ivy bank.”

Great communication prior to arrival and everything we needed in place when we arrived!

- Bethan, September 2020
Stewart September 2020

“Had a fabulous week at Ivy Bank, very smartly decorated, clean and very well equipped.”

The only very small niggle is when sat on the sofa facing the entrance you can’t see the TV which, for us was ok as there was only 4 of us so we sat on the other seating and only a small freezer compartment which again wouldn’t be a problem to most but we enjoy cooking and eating. Loads of room upstairs though to accommodate 6.... location is fantastic!

- Stewart, September 2020
Steph July 2020

“Really enjoyed our stay at Ivy Bank.”

Very well equipped - kitchen has everything you need and more. Property is very clean and extra measures due to COVID were clearly taken i.e open windows, which was really good to see. First floor bathroom was really nice, modern and clean! Bedrooms were great and beds were comfy, however pillows were a little hard (thankfully I had taken my own anyway!). Every room has a TV which was great for the evening, although the TV's in bedrooms are a little on the small side. TV in the open plan lounge is a smart TV so we were able to access Netflix (which we were very happy about!) Internet connection was good, although occasionally dropped out for a couple of seconds but this was not very often. Location is brilliant, literally a 30 second walk to the shops, and a 5 minute walk down to the lake. Car parking space is small but fit our estate car in at an angle (just). We had a second car too but parking wasn't an issue as there's plenty of parking on the roads near to the property. Overall enjoyed our stay and would definitely stay again!

- Steph, July 2020
Janine March 2020

“Very central, clean and modern would defo go back again”

- Janine, March 2020
Grace February 2020

“It was disappointing that the check out was at 10am.”

This is much earlier than anywhere we have stayed before and was not specifically reiterated to us. It may have been in the initial generic booking email however as this is so out of the ordinary I feel an email to clarify this may have helped. There was no shower gel in any of the bathrooms which would be a nice touch. Also the sink in the en-suite poured all over the floor when it was turned fully on. Also the place smelt like dogs had stayed previously upon arrival. The house however was lovely and well furnished and aside from the early check out we would stay again.

- Grace, February 2020

Thank you for sharing your feedback with us. We normally receive exceptional feedback for Ivy Bank but we are sorry it wasn't to your liking. Although it is a pet friendly property the owner makes every effort to ensure any associated smell or pet hair is removed after each guest's stay. Please also note that Ivy Bank is self-catering accommodation so the property owner is not obliged to leave shower gel but we will take your comments on board. Property Owner
Susan December 2019

“Second time we have stayed at Ivy Bank and we had a lovely family time together The home is well equipped, tasteful and comfortable.”

.offering home from home quality surroundings Hope to stay again soon Thank you

- Susan, December 2019
Kevin November 2019

“Fantastic weekend in glorious winter weather great location for food, drink and shopping.”

- Kevin, November 2019
Peter November 2019

“Lovely terraced cottage in great location.”

Quiet but very handy for shops and lake. Private parking for medium size car. Lovely clean and fresh decor. Comfortable beds . Logs supplied and the fire a cosy bonus. We took our own DVD player for the odd wet day and evening . Being away is our only chance to watch films and box sets . Would definatly stay here again and Sykes always efficient and helpful. Peter Orry.

- Peter, November 2019
Samantha October 2019

“Fantastic holiday home, which was beautifully clean and had everything we could possibly need.”

Perfectly laid out and in an ideal location for doing the tourist things. In the centre of Bowness so in a fab spot for all the restaurants/pubs/amenities. The only downside, and it didn’t bother us, there’s no garden to sit in. Hopefully will rebook at some point in the future. Thank you to the owners.

- Samantha, October 2019
Mark October 2019

“The whole experience has been first class.”

The modernly furnished property is excellently equipped with everything you need & in a prime position between Bowness & Windermere It was always warm & cosy when returning from a day out. The property is a credit to the owners. We all has an amazing time. Thank you.

- Mark, October 2019
Dave September 2019

“The cottage is lovely and in an excellent location to Lake Windermere.”

Cottage is well equipped, clean and spacious. Communication with owner was very good also. Our family had an excellent time and would definitely use Ivy Bank again.

- Dave, September 2019
Paul July 2019

“Good situation for walking in the Windermere area.”

The house is very comfortable and well equipped. Would book again.

- Paul, July 2019
Andrew July 2019

“Absolutely lovely house, fantastic location,short walk into town.”

House has been renovated to a very high standard, would definitely re-visit. Owners very kindly sent back to us an item we left behind. Thanks again Andy

- Andrew, July 2019
Kathryn July 2019

“The house was lovely very comfortable and extremely clean.”

There was so much in the house... loads of glasses, cups etc. Logs for the wood burner included and the WiFi was really good all over the house including upstairs a must if you’re travelling with teenagers. I’ve seem a couple of comments about the size of the parking space - yes you would struggle with a large estate but we got a Range Rover Evoque in no problem. Only 2 other comments it would be useful to have spare bin bags we had to keep decanting out of the kitchen bin into carrier bags and the key safe is really hard to open you need to pull it down from the top but need two hands to do it. We thought we had the code wrong as we just couldn’t get in!!

- Kathryn, July 2019
Paul May 2019

“The cottage was in an ideal location for Bowness on Windermere and only a very short walk to the shops and pubs.”

The parking space was very small though and a large vehicle would find it difficult to fit, the permit for the road though was ideal and there was always an available space for a second car. The heating controls in the property were intermittent and even when we attempted to adjust the settings it didn’t seem to make any difference. Overall we really enjoyed the property and the decor was neutral and modern throughout. A slight criticism however is that for the amount we paid I would have thought we would have received limited basic amenities, we had to buy bin bags and washing up liquid, items which we are used to being provided with in properties we have rented. Also, there was no information in the property about refuse collection in the area so we were unsure when it would be collected and if there were any recycling facilities.

- Paul, May 2019
Julie May 2019

“A lovely property.”

Well situated and equipped. I would not hesitate to go back. My only issue was around parking. The space at the back of the property is very tight - not suitable for an estate or bigger car. It would have been useful to have known this. I contacted Sykes in advance to ask about parking for a 2nd car and was told the owner did not provide a permit and that I would need to buy one (£30) & a link to do this was helpfully e-mailed to me. However there is a permit in the house for use parking in the roads around the property so buying a permit was an unnecessary expense. Unfortunately the map accompanying the permit did not show where it could be used as the info claimed - it was just a google map print out. I searched the internet to no avail. I did find spaces I thought it could be used for in but they did say for 'residents' and the permit said 'visitor' so I was not sure, and those spaces were always full. Some of the surrounding roads have unrestricted parking. So neither permit was really necessary in the end and the parking was not a problem.

- Julie, May 2019
Yvonne March 2019

“Love this house on of the best we have stayed in will be back again”

- Yvonne, March 2019
S February 2019

“Ivy Bank cottage was suberb in every respect.”

Centrally located, well equipped, warm, comfortable and impeccably clean.

- S, February 2019
Julie December 2018

“We had a lovely time, the cottage was very comfortable and pleasant.”

The key collection was very smooth also. The correspondence between my self and the owner was smooth. The only thing that I can complain about is that the hot water went off and the radiators which meant it was very cold in the bedrooms. After contacting the owner regarding this she switched it back on via the hive as the hot water had been switched off which was disappointing. I found it quite unfair that this was done considering the price we paid. Luckily we had the open fire which was very cosy and warm.

- Julie, December 2018
Charlotte December 2018

“Perfect Location and property is large and finished to a very high standard.”

Was great to have the parking and extra on the road permit for 2nd car. We will definitely being going back again

- Charlotte, December 2018
Michael November 2018

“Excellent accommodation in an ideal location”

- Michael, November 2018
Alexandra November 2018

“We had a lovely weekend in Bowness.”

The cottage is a 3 min walk down into bowness centre and to windermere lake itself. The house was lovely and cosy and so warm after a days walking. We would definitely stay here again!

- Alexandra, November 2018
Hannah October 2018

“We had a lovely holiday.”

Very impressed with the house and especially loved the ground floor kitchen diner, which was so cosy and wonderful underfloor heating. Clearly newly refurbished and looked very stylish.

- Hannah, October 2018
Lorna October 2018

“Overall a disappointment – Ivy Bank did not meet our expectations or your description.”

Kitchen inadequately equipped - only one tea towel, small cafetière barely big enough for two, no teapot, no milk jug, no egg cups, only one oven shelf (apart from grill pan), no serving spoons etc etc. Fire starter kit lacked matches- they suggest you order wood but where do you store it? More cellar than basement - you say it has a sense of light and space but it is dark and we had lights on all the time. View from sink is of a wall a couple of feet away. View from the other end of the cellar (lounge) is of steps up to the small and difficult to access parking space. The parking space is not large enough for anything other than a small car. Instructions on use of parking permit would have been helpful. Instructions for the washing machine would have been useful. It is advertised as having a fridge freezer but what it actually has is two fridges one of which has a small very frosty ice box. The property was clean with the exception of the sticky sofas with crumbs and hairs between the cushions which I cleaned. 'Hotel standard' family bathroom is cold - the radiator is too small and the tiled floor would benefit from under floor heating. The bath is rather small - too small for me at 5'5" and a size 10. The mirror in the bathroom and the very small ensuite appear to have lights that do not work. I would have expected more than one set of keys.

- Lorna, October 2018

Many thanks for your valuable feedback, we are very disappointed that one of our properties has seemingly let us down and not provided you with the experience that we had hoped for. I can see we tried to call you to discuss this further and we have already informed the owner to ensure these issues will be actioned. Property Owner
Alice September 2018

“The house was perfect!”

A great location just 3 minutes walk from Bowness centre, it was spotlessly clean throughout and the rooms were all really spacious and comfortable. Couldn't have asked for anything more from a holiday cottage for our Lake District weekend. Thank you!

- Alice, September 2018
Jon September 2018

“Brilliant location close to all that Bowness has to offer.”

Fantastic accomadation with all the facilities you could wish for or want. A superbly appointed cottage, clean very comfortable lacking nothing.

- Jon, September 2018

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Summary

Over three floors
Three bedrooms: 2 x first floor double (one zip/link), 1 x ground floor double with en-suite shower, basin and WC
Ground floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
Lower ground floor sitting, kitchen, and dining area with woodburning stove.
Gas central heating with woodburning stove
Underfloor heating lower ground floor
Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, Smart TV with Freeview, TV in all bedrooms, WiFi, selection of books and games
Hairdryer
Fuel, power and starter pack for fire inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Travel cot and highchair
Off-road parking for 1 car to the rear of the property
Free on street parking in the roads around the cottage for additional cars
Two well-behaved pets welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop and pub 2 mins walk
Distance to Beach 0.43 miles.

The property

Set on the fringes of Bowness Bay, near the delightful town of Windermere, is this traditional terraced property boasting a contemporary interior.

Ideal for couples or friends, this slate cottage has been thoughtfully designed, with a high-quality finish and plush furnishings welcoming you inside.

After a busy day exploring the sights and walking through stunning Lake District countryside, relax in front of the woodburner and take in the uplifting atmosphere around you.

The living room is open-plan and situated on the lower ground level, with a dining area and kitchen, wonderfully appointed for preparing those tasty evening meals together.

Nestled on the ground floor, just off the hallway is the bathroom, followed by a double bedroom with its very own en-suite.

Two further bedrooms rest upstairs on the first floor.

Outside you have off-road parking and access to all the shops, pubs and eateries within Windermere and Bowness.

You also have many other towns and villages in the area worth a visit, such as Grasmere, Hawkshead and Ambleside, with Ulverston and Cartmel to the south.

Take a trip over to Grizedale Forest, where many outdoor activities will excite kids and adults alike.

Try mountain biking, Segway treks and zip wires, or simply enjoy a gentle stroll through ancient woodland.

A superb destination and base to choose for your next much-deserved holiday.

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About the location

WINDERMERE

Ambleside 5 miles; Kendal 8.7 miles.

The twin towns of Bowness and Windermere are both vibrant, fun-filled places set within the splendid scenery of the Lake District. Both towns provide a range of amenities, shops and restaurants to suit all tastes whilst Ambleside offers the additional attraction of a boat ride to Bowness, the Lakeside Aquarium and Beatrix Potter's 'Hill Top House' at Sawrey. Grizedale Forest Park is within easy driving distance and is home to a range of activities including many good walks, mountain biking and the 'Go Ape' adventure park. The region also boasts many National Trust properties as well as a variety of water sports for those who prefer a more adrenaline-fuelled trip. Children will enjoy a trip to the 'World of Beatrix Potter' in Bowness whilst the villages of Grasmere, Coniston Water, Kendal, Keswick and the Lakeland Mountains are all within easy reach.

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Reviews & Ratings

“Exceptional holiday accommodation in the perfect location.”

“Fantastic property in a great and fairly peaceful location too.”

“Ivy Bank is perfect and I genuinely can’t fault it.”

“Lovely old cottage that has been renovated to a high standard.”

“What a beautiful property!”

“Lovely house in a great location.”

“We enjoyed our week at Ivy Bank and, having rented holiday accommodation in Bowness for many years, this was probably the best one.”

“Great property and our second stay here.”

“Ivy Bank is a lovely place to stay.”

“Superb stay.”

“This is the second time we’ve stayed in Ivy Bank and we love it.”

“We absolutely loved our stay at ivy bank for a few days to celebrate my mum & dad’s birthday.”

“Another great week at Ivy Bank,such a great house and location, Thankyou for the logs, due to the awful weather these were greatly appreciated and put to good use for days in relaxing.”

“Ivy Bank is an cellent place to stay, has everything you need & more.”

“Lovely cottage situated in a great location for ease of walking from your door.”

“Fabulous house .”

“Stayed October 2023.”

“Have holidayed through Sykes before , always as you would hope , lovely staff , ...”

“The ad for this property didn’t do it justice - really spacious and well appointed with clean modern decor.”

“Lovely holiday property everything you need, wish we had booked to stay longer, ...”

“It was a lovely well laid out House.”

“Great location for our holiday.”

“We stayed at Ivy Bank with two children aged 8 and 12 and our dog in August 2023.”

“We had a great week at the property, it has everything that you would need and is very comfortable, the location is great situated between Bowness and Windermere, with lots of places to eat and drink close by.”

“We really enjoyed our stay in this lovely house.”

“Excellent house in a great location.”

“Lovely cottage with great location-easy access to Bowness and beyond!”

“Thank you for an amazing stay at Ivy Bank Cottage.”

“We have stayed at this cottage before and we were pleased to see that on our return the high standards had still been maintained.”

“We had a lovely comfortable stay and found the location was great.”

“Ivy bank is in such a great location, cottage was so comfortable with everything you needed.”

“Just arrived home after having 4 nights away at Ivy Bank Cottage.”

“Fishing Windermere all year round I get to stay in alot of properties in the area, ivy Bank is certainly one of the best and most certainly the warmest, we had a very comfortable stay and hope to be back soon.”

“Perfect home from home!”

“Lovely property that is well equipped and a short few minutes walk into Bowness.”

“Excellent location and a lovely rental property.”

“An amazing location with off road parking,plenty of space in the property.”

“Ivy Bank is a really lovely property and in a perfect location for exploring the town or further afield.”

“Lovely property and great price as it wasn't the school holidays.”

“Beautiful cottage, plenty of room for our group of 4 adults and 2 dogs, bedrooms and bathrooms were immaculate.”

“Another great Sykes holiday and another excellent cottage.”

“Had a lovely stay at this holiday house - perfectly situated for accessing the town shops and restaurants within walking distance.”

“The house was perfect for a family of 5.”

“An excellent property finished to a very high standard The beds are really comfortable and everything needed for our stay was provided.”

“Everything was excellent.”

“The house was great, really nicely decorated plenty of room for 5 adults and a great location to pubs shops etc”

“Lovely cottage with very comfortable beds.”

“Ideally situated close to Bowness, spacious and comfortable.”

“Great location, the cottage was well equipped and clean.”

“Ivy Bank is without doubt an outstanding property to stay within Bowness.”

“Fabulous house and in perfect location.”

“We had a wonderful holiday the cottage was better than described It was very ...”

“Fabulous cottage in a great location.”

“Gorgeous house, spacious comfortable and clean.”

“Need to work on a welcome pack and facilities within the cottage were basic, the fireplace was amazing and after the issues during our stay were addressed really quickly by the owner.”

“The property was immaculate on arrival.”

“Amazing property, amazing location for Bowness.”

“Beautiful property spacious and within walking distance to Bowness.”

“Fantastic weekend.”

“Enjoyed our stay again very clean and comfortable accommodation,”

“Parking at rear is restricted.”

“What a beautiful house , lovely location, just a short walk into bowness, ...”

“The house was beautiful, relaxing and comfortable.”

“Ivy Bank cottage has everything to offer for a cottage stay within walking distance of bowness on windermere.”

“The property was very comfortable and was very well equipped with plenty of crockery and cutlery.”

“Excellent property, in an ideal location!”

“This was our second stay at Ivy Bank and we really enjoyed it.”

“Perfectly located, nicely presented cottage.”

“We stayed here for a pre Xmas family break and had the best time.”

“Ivy bank was like a home from home in an excellent location!”

“Lovely cottage with everything you need & a parking place at the rear of the property, Superb location for shops, Bars & Resturant’s in Bowness, We will thoroughly recommend Ivy Bank Cottage.”

“Had a lovely stay at ivy bank.”

“Had a fabulous week at Ivy Bank, very smartly decorated, clean and very well equipped.”

“Really enjoyed our stay at Ivy Bank.”

“Very central, clean and modern would defo go back again”

“It was disappointing that the check out was at 10am.”

“Second time we have stayed at Ivy Bank and we had a lovely family time together The home is well equipped, tasteful and comfortable.”