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Rowan - Woodland Cottages

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4.9
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Sleeps up to 10
Hot Tub
Bedrooms: 5
An outstanding cottage set in an elevated position in woodland within walking distance of Bowness-on-Windermere and minutes from Lake Windermere. Guests will be thrilled as they arrive in this hidden glade set amongst mature woodland, with native trees and local wildlife on display. An ideal location for that much sought after Lakeland break with family and friends, explore the area, discover the many footpaths or simply relax in the hot tub and take in the beautiful surroundings. Recently renovated, this contemporary and well equipped cottage offers an ideal layout, with many of the aspects taking advantage of the lovely views out across to the nearby tarn.
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About Rowan - Woodland Cottages

An outstanding cottage set in an elevated position in woodland within walking distance of Bowness-on-Windermere and minutes from Lake Windermere. Guests will be thrilled as they arrive in this hidden glade set amongst mature woodland, with native trees and local wildlife on display.

An ideal location for that much sought after Lakeland break with family and friends, explore the area, discover the many footpaths or simply relax in the hot tub and take in the beautiful surroundings. Recently renovated, this contemporary and well equipped cottage offers an ideal layout, with many of the aspects taking advantage of the lovely views out across to the nearby tarn.

The sitting room is spacious and includes a cosy woodburning stove, a large screen wall-mounted Smart TV and stylish, comfortable furnishings. A delightful, well-equipped kitchen with open plan dining area and an adjoining utility area provide a great space to prepare family meals and sit around to enjoy a glass of wine and a good old catch up.

A ground floor bedroom with king-size double divan luxurious bed and a modern en-suite with walk-in shower provide that little extra touch of luxury and are accessible for those with limited mobility. There is also a useful cloakroom in the utility area and a spacious entrance hall.

Upstairs the cottage features a further four bedrooms, two with en-suite and a superb family bathroom with a relaxing bath. Outside, there is a decked area overlooking the woods and a luxurious hot tub, an ideal spot to relax after a strenuous day out on the local fells.

Just a short distance away is the wonderful Windermere Golf Club, a most welcoming club with a great layout to suit all standards. In the opposite direction, a short walk takes guests down to the Lake Ferry where a short cruise gives access to the far shore, Hawkshead, Coniston Water and the magical Tarn Hows.

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Sleeps 25
Pets 1
Hot Tub
Bedrooms: 12
A magnificent country house set in beautiful woodlands high above lake windermere. leisure suite and two hot tubs with twelve bedrooms.
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Sleeps 7
Pets 1
Hot Tub
Bedrooms: 4
This delightful four bedroom Lakeland cottage is set amongst beautiful grounds. Woodburner. WiFi. Hot tub. Ambleside 5 miles.
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Sleeps 12
Pets 1
Hot Tub
Bedrooms: 5
A Lakeland cottage ideal for a large group to spend quality time in this beautiful area. Hot tub, great walks and stunning surroundings, all the ingredients for a great break. Ambleside 5 miles.
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Sleeps 10
Pets 1
Hot Tub
Bedrooms: 5
A lovely Lakeland cottage with hot tub located in a very special location, close to Lake Windermere. Woodburning stove, WiFi, natural garden. A place which will live long in the memory. Ambleside 7 miles.
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Sleeps 10
Pets 1
Hot Tub
Bedrooms: 5
This lovely Lakeland cottage is set in beautiful grounds. Woodburner. WiFi. Hot tub. Ambleside 5 miles.
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Sleeps 10
Pets 1
Hot Tub
Bedrooms: 5
A lovely Lakeland cottage with hot tub located amongst surrounding woodland, just a stone's throw from the edge of Windermere. A great place for family and friends to get together. Ambleside 5 miles.
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Sleeps 10
Pets 1
Hot Tub
Bedrooms: 5
A lovely Lakeland cottage with five bedrooms and a hot tub located in a beautiful woodland just a short walk from the banks of Lake Windermere. Ambleside 5 miles.
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Sleeps 2
Pets 1
Hot Tub
Bedrooms: 1
A characterful cottage located on the outskirts of Bowness-on Windermere, Lake District. Woodburner. Exposed beams. Balcony. Pleasant views. Ambleside 5 miles.
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Sleeps 5
Pets 1
Hot Tub
Bedrooms: 3
A homely base sitting within Bowness-on-Windermere in the Lake District National Park. All-ground-floor. Woodburning stove. Amazing views of the tarn. WiFi. Ambleside 6.7 miles; Kendal 8.5 miles.
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Sleeps 8
Pets 1
Hot Tub
Bedrooms: 4
An outstanding property set in a beautiful location with fine views of Lake Windermere. Hot tub. Ample parking. Access to Lakeview Spa facilities.
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Rowan - Woodland Cottages Reviews

Sylvia
Absolutely loved our stay at Rowen Cottage so much so that we have already booked for next year. The layout of the cottage is great for us. It is very central to all the places that you would want to visit in the Lake District. We only have one negative point and that is you are unable to get into the property before 5pm and in the October half term it is dark outside on arrival.
Michael
We booked Rowan Cottage for a weekend break to celebrate our Mum's 84th birthday, party of 9 so it ticked all the boxes. Had a truly fantastic weekend what a beautiful place to stay, cottage itself is perfect for 10 people. Lots of space, all the rooms a good size and all the beds really comfortable everyone had great nights sleep. Perfect amount of bathrooms for a large group, and with my dad being 91 the walk in shower in the down stairs ensuite was ideal. Also with my dad at his tender age he really feels the cold so the log burner was actually put to use on the Friday night to thaw him out! Plenty of crockery and equipment in the kitchen and good size as we had full cooked breakfast each day, on that note I had totally forgot about ordering some of the breakfast packs offered by the estate so I actually popped into that butchers on the way past Staveley. Can highly recommend ordering their food it is a top class butcher, the cumberland sausage was amazing as was everything else, was gutted they don't open on a Monday as had planned on picking up some steaks on the way home. Cottage is in a beautiful estate the grounds are lovely, the hot tub wonderful and the ducks too cute! Perfect base for exploring and always spoilt for choice for pubs and restaurants in Bowness you can't go wrong. Most importantly my mum had a truly wonderful weekend and loved staying here. Will definitely be returning for another stay
Claire
Great customer service. Lovely place to stay. Would highly recommend to others. Every utensil possible was supplied. Plenty of crockery. Just an amazing experience. Lovely gift left and gift arranged. Thank you very much.
Louise
Rowan was perfect for our stay! Comfortable, clean and spacious. We had 10 guests stay and didnt feel crowded. The bedrooms were great sizes, as were the living room and kitchen area. Outside was brilliant with the hot tub and the weather made it even better. Great distance from Bowness the walk down is very short, however VERY hilly on the way back. We will definitely be back!
Anthony
Lovely as we remember it and a nice touch with tea, coffee and milk etc.
Christine
Possibly the best equipped self catering we have stayed at. So many thoughtful additions. Everything we could possibly need. Excellent and the hot tub very popular! Sarah was very helpful in advance with info on local eateries and things to do not to mention being greeted with some gingerbread! Not sure if that was just good timing on our arrival but lovely! It was a long weekend break to celebrate our golden wedding Easter Saturday and we prebooked a family run Italian in Bowness for the evening which was perfect. Party of 8 ranging from 17 to 72. All very impressed with accommodation. Hot tub extremely popular! Lovely bonus. Ideally we would have liked an earlier check in time than 5 pm but we planned around it. We had decided to do trip into Coniston on route to see Bluebird but we received a message from Sarah just before to say we'd be ok from 1 pm which worked perfectly. We decided to drop our things off on way then go to Coniston. The accommodation was so lovely we forgot we'd planned Coniston! Suddenly remembered and jumped car arriving at 4 pm to catch last hour which was fine. The younger element of party were arriving in evening after work aiming straight for hot tub!.... During our stay we did a boat ride to Ambleside, a good explore around Bowness and a walk into Windermere and up to Orrel Head. We did walk everywhere locally and distances given all good, however it is the Lakes and accommodation a good stroll uphill but well worth the effort. It is quite a strenuous walk but we were all fine although dare I say the elders coped rather better than the younger element in the group! A really lovely stay. Thank you!
Weronika
Had an amazing time with my group of friends. Perfect location too. Would 100 return back
A fantastic stay at Rowan Cottage. Wonderful facilities and equipped with everything you could wish for a comfortable break. The standard of cleanliness and attention to detail was impressive. We all loved the hot tub, especially in the evening we made great family memories over the weekend. The Oaks Country Estate is a lovely place and we will definitely be returning as soon as we can!
We had a super stay at RowanWoodland Cottages. A couple of minor problems were sorted out speedily by the management and maintenance team...which was great. Thank you. We all commented on the comfort of the beds and the hot tub was enjoyed by all! A stay here is highly recommended.
A great cottage in a beautiful location plenty of space and well equipped the hot tub was a bonus well maintained and extremely comfortable lovely well kept grounds around the property the staff and maintenance team were extremely helpful and friendly.
Had a lovely time, the assistance beforehand was great. Only thing missing was the personal touch, e.g. welcoming us when we arrived. A larger welcoming present e.g. with the essentials more biscuits, tea bags, chocolate, sweets. Ducks are nice but leaving mess on patio, maybe a pooper scooper to clean up. Dressing gowns for hot tub would be a luxury or even hot tub towels.
Very well set out and perfect groundssetting for our family. Throughly enjoyed our stay and would book again.
Brenda
We had a lovely family holiday at Rowan. The requests for arrangements to accommodate our 2 year old grandson highchair, stargates were helpfully met by the team. Thanks for making our stay so enjoyable.
Lovely place. Well maintained and equipped. Perfect location with lovely views. Only a 20 minute walk into Bowness. Sarah and her team were very helpful and friendly. Can't wait go again. Thank you
Elizabeth
Had an amazing holiday, very relaxing and beautiful weather. Toaster was abit faffy when making food and the knob kept pinging off one of the handles, either toasts to burnt or warm bread. hot tub could of been slightly cooler yes this is us been picky but with the heat it was unbearable to then sit in at all. window in living room needs fixing as it is blown and ruins the vibe when looking out across the grounds. overall amazing cottage, spacious and very well looked after.
I have stayed at the oaks cottages x3 times now and can never fault it. I booked Rowan lodge for a family get together, there were 8 ladies all together and we all had the best time. We stayed for 2 nights. The lodge was very clean & set in lovely grounds. The hot tub was an added bonus, being able to sit and chill out. Everything was spot on and I'll definitely be back again for future events.
We had a lovely stay over Easter at Rowan. Family get together consisting of 6 adults and 3 children. The house was clean, comfortable and spacious. Plenty of outdoor space for the children to play, even an Easter egg trail in the wooded area! The hot tub was an added bonus! Would definitely recommend The Oaks, we will try and come back soon!
Absolutely incredible place to stay. We had an amazing holiday here. Its was so clean and have everything we needed during our stay. Brilliant location a short walk down to lake Windermere. The hot tub was also great!
Melissa
Fabulous stay at The Oaks. We came here a few years ago and it was just as gorgeous this time around. The lodges are gorgeous and the perfect setting for a winter break especially as we were lucky enough for snow! Maintenance came and checked the hot tub every day and the log burner was a real treat. Each room in the lodge is set out very carefully and everything was just perfect, comfortable beds and plenty of cooking things. I would highly recommend booking any of these cottages any time of the year. Weve stayed in many places around the world in different locations and I honestly think being in the lakes is one of the best places!! These lodges are close enough to walk taxi to the restaurants and lake Bowness in 5 min taxi but to enjoy the peace and quiet surrounding the complex.
Tracey
Fabulous as always!
Danielle
Lovely property, located within a good walking distance from the town. Lovely area. Would definitely recommend, would love to come back again
Thoroughly enjoyed my time here. Lovely quiet place to stay. I really enjoyed the hottub but could have had a little more privacy
We have just come back from a family holiday in the lakes, staying in Rowan, for my mums 70th birthday. The house had everything we needed. Lots of space. We enjoyed the hot tub. I had thought we might be able to walk to Bowness and although this wouldve been possible, it would have been a hike back. We would definitely recommend this accommodation for big family groups.
Oliver
Perfect location for families. We travelled there with 6 boys 2 families the area was safe for the kids to play. The house had all the things we needed, the jacuzzi was checked everyday and cleaned at the end for the next guests. Bowness is a short 5 min drive away. I would highly recommend this place and hope to return.
Kristine
The accomodation is beautiful, quiet and clean. There are also utensils which you can use to cook. Although we had a problem during our second day regarding the lack of water supply in the area,they are very accomodating and provided us with water to drink. I would highly recommend this place.
Andrew
Location, cottage, facilities are brilliant, clean and well maintained and we all had a lovely relaxing holiday.
Family celebration was made all the more special by the beautiful setting of this lodge and the facilities offered. All the family were able to come together for the special occasion due to the facilities offered.
Anthony
Lovely property, everything needed for a comfortable stay. Clean, tidy and well equipped.
Rebecca
We absolutely love our stay, you had everything we needed. We lost power on Monday morning and your response was timely and reassuring, you went above and beyond ensuring our holiday did not come to an end.
Fabulous place, great for our family break. we went to celebrate my husbands and my birthdays. there were 3 families of 6 adults and 3 children, everyone loved it especially the hot tub and would like to have stayed longer. My husband is reliant on oxygen, we were very anxious about going away, but everything went well. even accommodating all the oxygen equipment he needed. nothing was to much trouble. I would love to go again.
Rebecca
We had an amazing stay in the Rowan, it had everything we needed and more, the hot tub and fire made it perfect. The staff at The Oaks Country Estate were brilliant and extremely prompt if we asked any questions. Wouldnt hesitate to book again.
Enjoyed our stay and booked again for the following year, we really appreciated the early check in. I would like to come and stay with my family and my Cavapoo so its a shame you dont allow small dogs.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Rowan Cottage which was ideal for our party of 10. The accommodation was everything that we expected and we were very happy to spend time in this beautiful spot.
A superb cottage! Support staff friendly and helpful with knowledge of area. Nothing was too much trouble. Environment well managed and leaves cleared daily. Cottage was exceptionally clean on our arrival. Plenty of good quality towels available. Family loved hot tub which was checked daily by staff. Everything you would want for a family holiday when weather was not too good. We will definitely return and recommend unreservedly to others.
A perfect mini break enjoyed by the whole family. The location was great, a 20 minute walk into Bowness, away from the hustle and bustle of the town centre. House was fab, clean, lots of space & with all mod cons. Even loved the ducks that got into the kitchen once or twice, would certainly recommend. Loved it
The accommodation was fantastic and in such a beautiful setting. close to amenities etc but really quiet and restful. It couldn't have been better. The only thing to mention is that we were unable to use Netflix in the evening not sure why?
Andrew
The accommodation was lovely, clean, comfortable and equipped with everything needed for a fantastic stay. A pleasant 30 minute stroll down quiet lanes into Bowness with its many bars and restaurants.
Lehanne
The photos really dont do the cottage justice. It catered for everything bonus was the towels for use of the hot tub. Plenty of crockery and cutlery with big enough pot and pans to cook for 10. The location was perfect for the lakes. The walk into town has some parts with no paths but we drove down the hill to the ferry car park and it was a beautiful flat walk then onto the town of Bowness. The hot tubs were checked everyday and the attention to detail was great! We will certainly be booking again in the future!
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Attractions Near Rowan - Woodland Cottages

While there'll be plenty to keep you entertained an Rowan - Woodland Cottages itself, if you plan to get out and about and see some of what Yorkshire Dales has to offer, here are some of the nearby attractions you can enjoy during your stay. Please note that some of these activities and days out are paid and it's always a good idea to book in advance to secure your place where applicable.

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Rydal Mount & Gardens - LA22 9LU
about 7 Miles
Rydal Mount & Gardens are wonderfully situated between Lake Windermere and Rydal Water offering breathtaking scenery. The home of William Wordsworth from 1813 - 1850 the grand home is now lived in by the poets descendents but parts of the house and grounds are open to the public. Why not take a guided tour and see the rooms where many of the famous poems were written. The gardens are beautiful at all times of the year but in the summer offer a spectacular display of colour. There is also a gallery and a tearoom. Discounts are available for group bookings.
Lakeland Wildlife Oasis - LA6 1JH
about 12 Miles
Located in the Milnthorpe area of Cumbria we love this local attraction.  With an eclectic mix of fascinating wildlife and hands on displays this centre is educational as well as fun.  You can wander around at leisure admiring the exhibits which range from chameleons to computers. Some of the most threatened species are kept at the park as part if international breeding programmes.  Check out their website for the latest opening times and admission costs which are great value for money.  There are discounts for pre-booked parties of 12 or more.
Ullswater Steamers - CA11 0US
about 13 Miles
This is an award winning Lake District attraction and they have been operating cruisers on Lake Ullswater for over 150 years.  There is no better way to explore the lakes than on water and you could even combine a cruise with a spectacular walk.  For great days out in this region then this attraction is highly recommended and will appeal to couples as well as families.  Corporate groups are also well catered for.
South Lakes Safari Zoo - LA12 0LU
about 16 Miles

This is an amazing Cumbria attraction well known locally as well as nationally for how close you can get to the animals.  Described as the most interactive animal park in Europe it's well worth a visit if you are staying in the area.  Open from April to end October some of the highlights are the tigers, penguins, bears, hippos and rhinos.  At 2pm during certain seasons it's feeding time so don't forget to plan your day around this so you can watch the animals enjoying their feed.  Look out for seasonal events such as Halloween Zoo Boo (free entry for kids in fancy dress) and The Magic of Christmas.

Happy Mount Park - LA4 5AQ
about 19 Miles
Happy Mount Park has attractions for the whole family including several play areas, a miniature railway, crazy golf, putting green and trampolines, there is also a paddling pool where the little ones can splash around in the summer and a café where the adults can relax with a drink. During the summer months and especially during school holidays live music can often be enjoyed.
Lake District Wildlife Park - CA12 4RD
about 26 Miles
We love this day out in Cumbria where you're encouraged to "take a fresh look".  Some of the amazing animals you will get to see include the only Canadian Lynx in the UK and you will have the opportunity to help their Lynx Conservation Project.  The Asian Fishing Cat is also well worth a look - these cats are known for diving under the water and catching fish!  Other activities include fantastic flying displays and play areas for the little ones...