Title: 5 bedroom accommodation in Bowness-on-Windermere - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=5478&destination=Windermere%2C+England%2C+United+Kingdom&selected=95050364&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # 5 bedroom accommodation in Bowness-on-Windermere ## Photo gallery for 5 bedroom accommodation in Bowness-on-Windermere ![Outdoor dining - 5 bedroom accommodation in Bowness-on-Windermere (Bowness-on-Windermere)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95060000/95050400/95050364/a3270f26.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior - 5 bedroom accommodation in Bowness-on-Windermere (Bowness-on-Windermere)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95060000/95050400/95050364/683c8ff3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior - 5 bedroom accommodation in Bowness-on-Windermere (Bowness-on-Windermere)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95060000/95050400/95050364/45a52445.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dishwasher, highchair, freezer - 5 bedroom accommodation in Bowness-on-Windermere (Bowness-on-Windermere)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95060000/95050400/95050364/ffdf59d5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![5 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets - 5 bedroom accommodation in Bowness-on-Windermere (Bowness-on-Windermere)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95060000/95050400/95050364/9164f338.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In the heart of Bowness, The Old Courthouse offers a warm and welcoming retreat for families or groups of friends. Unwind in the living room with its Smart TV and electric fire, or enjoy al fresco dining in the small sitting-out area with picnic table. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 5 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 10 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washer - Pet friendly - Free WiFi - Outdoor Space - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### 5 bedroom accommodation in Bowness-on-Windermere Homely property, ideal for families or groups of friends, in the centre of Bowness with private parking.. 3 steps to entrance. Ground Floor: Living room: Smart TV, Electric Fire Dining room: Smart TV, Electric Fire Kitchen: Breakfast Area, Range, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet First Floor: Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet Bedroom 3: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet Bedroom 4: Kingsize (5ft) Bed Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet Bedroom 5: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Gas central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Highchair available. Welcome pack. . Garden with small sitting-out area with picnic table. Private parking for 2 large or 3 medium cars. No smoking. Please note: There are 3 steps in the grounds.. Centrally located in the popular village of Bowness on Windermere, The Old Courthouse offers a distinctive five bedroom home ideal for families or groups of friends. It is just a five-minute stroll away from beautiful Lake Windermere and nearby woodland walks. This sizeable property is ideally positioned with private parking for 2 large or 3 mediim sized cars allowing you to leave your car and explore the local attractions and amenities on foot. If you wish to go further afield try an open top bus trip or take a scenic boat trip to Waterhead, Ambleside or Lakeside. For the more energetic a walk up to ’Orrest Head’ offers spectacular views over Lake Windermere. Bowness has a lively café culture, a wide selection of restaurants, bars, independent small shops and an Art Deco cinema. A large homely five bedroom en-suite property, in the centre of Bowness with private parking for two cars. Originating as a police station and jail in 1843 and extended in 1858 to include the courthouse. This sizeable property is warmly decorated throughout with a real homely feel and plenty of space for everyone to enjoy. The accommodation consists of a well-equipped family kitchen/breakfast room with a breakfast table and chairs and a traditional pulley maid for drying clothes should you need to. The comfy living room has plenty of seating for everyone including a Smart TV and living flame effect fire and a cosy reading snug area. The dining room has table and chairs to accommodate up to ten people, a Smart TV and a choice of games, and off this room is a small shower room. Outside to the front of the property is a small seating area with a picnic table to enjoy relaxing outside on warm sunny days. Free WiFi Suitable for up to 2 pets ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Limited onsite parking (max 2 spaces) - Onsite parking includes off-street options ### Kitchen - Dishwasher - Freezer ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 6 bathrooms - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Things to do - Fishing - Horseback riding nearby ### 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 ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Superior Apartment](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/121000000/120290000/120287600/120287548/30bcbabb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Courtyard Apartments Bowness-on-Windermere - Parking included - Free WiFi 8.4 Very good 6 reviews CA $195 CA $234 total includes taxes & fees Mar 25 - Mar 26 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-25&endDate=2026-03-26&selected=120287548&PinnedHotelID=120287548&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/90000000/89470000/89468500/89468444/223bf7aa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Biskey Steps Windermere - Kitchen - Washer - Free WiFi - Outdoor Space CA $624 CA $749 total includes taxes & fees Mar 25 - Mar 26 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-03-25&endDate=2026-03-26&selected=89468444&PinnedHotelID=89468444&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dishwasher, highchair, cookware/dishes/utensils, freezer](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32900000/32896800/32896794/9e9d16b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3 bedroom accommodation in Bowness-on-Windermere Bowness-on-Windermere - Kitchen - Free WiFi 9.0 Wonderful 13 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-05&endDate=2026-04-06&selected=32896794&PinnedHotelID=32896794&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32920000/32914100/32914002/5879ad68.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 2 bedroom accommodation in Bowness-on-Windermere Bowness-on-Windermere - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Parking available [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-05&endDate=2026-04-06&selected=32914002&PinnedHotelID=32914002&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37240000/37238600/37238567/a48335f5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 1 bedroom accommodation in Bowness on Windermere Bowness on Windermere - Kitchen - Free WiFi - Parking available 9.8 Exceptional 13 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-05&endDate=2026-04-06&selected=37238567&PinnedHotelID=37238567&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/128000000/127120000/127119400/127119377/80b5edc0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Skylark Apartment Bowness Bowness-on-Windermere - Microwave - Kitchen - Living/Dining area [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-05&endDate=2026-04-06&selected=127119377&PinnedHotelID=127119377&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32930000/32929500/32929419/8e2a04f3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 2 bedroom accommodation in Bowness on Windermere Bowness on Windermere - Kitchen - Washer - Pet friendly - Free WiFi 9.6 Exceptional 32 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-05&endDate=2026-04-06&selected=32929419&PinnedHotelID=32929419&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/100000000/99920000/99912300/99912281/875b6556.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Heather Mere Cottage - sleeps 4 in newly renovated property Bowness-on-Windermere - Kitchen - Pet friendly - Parking available - Fireplace 10 Exceptional 8 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-04-05&endDate=2026-04-06&selected=99912281&PinnedHotelID=99912281&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32940000/32931600/32931591/8fac11db.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### A high standard of accommodation within walking distance of Lake Windermere. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as su-UK42812-UK42812 ## About the area Windermere is home to this cottage. Blackwell, The Arts & Crafts House and Claife Viewing Station and Windermere West Shore are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Windermere and Ullswater. Holehird Gardens and Treetop Trek are also worth visiting. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like horse riding. 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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 7 min walk \- 0.6 km - Old Laundry Theatre 4 min walk \- 0.4 km - Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories 8 min walk \- 0.7 km - Bowness Pier 9 min walk \- 0.8 km ### Getting around - Windermere Station 3 min drive ### Restaurants - Lake View Garden 7 min walk - The Westmorland Inn 1 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 5 bedroom accommodation in Bowness-on-Windermere pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at 5 bedroom accommodation in Bowness-on-Windermere? ### What time is check-out at 5 bedroom accommodation in Bowness-on-Windermere? ### Where is 5 bedroom accommodation in Bowness-on-Windermere located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## 5 bedroom accommodation in Bowness-on-Windermere Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional 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.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 5 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sandra MacLeod Sep 8, 2025 #### Great location, very comfortable. Great location, very comfortable. We had a great stay, will definitely be back. ##### Sandra MacLeod From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent #### Matthew May 9, 2025 #### Lovely clean cottage, well situated for pubs/restaurants/shops of Bowness. Lovely clean cottage, well situated for pubs/restaurants/shops of Bowness. Quite unusual to have parking for so many cars in the middle of Bowness and also useful for large groups as has one bathroom per bedroom. ##### Matthew From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen Dickson Jul 1, 2025 #### We were a group of friends celebrating a big birthday & the property & location were ideal! It was r We were a group of friends celebrating a big birthday & the property & location were ideal! It was really close to local restaurants & bars & there was plenty of space for us all to get together in the communal areas. The Prosecco & snacks on arrival were also very much appreciated would highly recommend 🙏😊 ##### Karen Dickson From a partner site ### 10/10 Excellent #### Onky Leung Sep 6, 2025 #### We stayed just before peak season, and had a lovely time. We stayed just before peak season, and had a lovely time. Everything was as expected. 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