[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Great access to Bowness-on-Windermere, next to the ferry over to Hawkshead. Cottage with kitchen, a short walk to Lake Windermere ![Private kitchen](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66390000/66386200/66386192/bbc8bfac.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Living area](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66390000/66386200/66386192/b36592ff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66390000/66386200/66386192/59e5f6ca.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66390000/66386200/66386192/a0c1ca2e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/67000000/66390000/66386200/66386192/7615aadf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location In the heart of The Lake District National Park, Meadowcroft Cottage offers a peaceful retreat. Enjoy the comfort of this cottage with its smart TV, well-equipped kitchen and private car parking. Relax in the bright living room and dining area or unwind in one of two spacious bedrooms. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Free WiFi ## 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. ### Great access to Bowness-on-Windermere, next to the ferry over to Hawkshead. Great access to Bowness-on-Windermere, next to the ferry over to Hawkshead. Comfortable cottage with parking.. Ground Floor: Living/dining room: Smart TV Kitchen: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer First Floor: Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet. Electric heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included.. Lawned area (shared with other properties on-site). Private car park. No smoking. Please note: Holidaymakers only!. Meadowcroft cottage offers you a prime location, close to Ferry Nab, Storrs, Lake Windermere and Bowness-on-Windermere. On the Eastern shores of Windermere, midway from the top and the bottom of the lake, it doesn’t get much better if you’re looking to explore this popular part of The Lake District National Park This excellent holiday cottage provides the perfect holiday home to relax, spend time with loved ones and make amazing memories together. Upstairs you’ll find two good sized bedrooms, a spacious master bedroom and a twin bedroom, with plenty of storage, making this property ideal for couples and families. The bathroom has a decent sized shower cubicle and a contemporary finish with modern fixtures and fittings. The ground floor features a bright, open plan living room and dining area with comfortable, easy seating a smart TV, ideal if you want to relax after a day on the fells. It has a large dining table, perfect for a family games night and a few glasses of wine. The large windows flood the room with plenty of natural daylight. The kitchen is well-equipped with everything you need for a hearty breakfast before a day of adventure. At the front is a lawned area and a private car parking shared with the other residents (as this is a holiday property, only cars may be parked here. Commercial vans, taxis, trucks, boats, trailers etc are not allowed). The property is in the exclusive and popular Storrs Park area, just outside the hustle and bustle of Bowness-on-Windermere. You are ideally situated, close enough to easily access the popular tourist village with its array of facilities, attractions, bars and restaurants, but with the benefit of accommodation far enough away that when its time to relax, you can unwind and enjoy the peace and quiet. Lake Windermere and the Steamers are a short drive or walk away, and you can easily access the main routes to explore further afield. To the North, you will reach Windermere, Ambleside and Grasmere. To the South Newby Bridge and lakeside with The Aquarium of The Lakes and The Lakeside and Haverthwaite Railway. Or you can take the car ferry over to Hawkshead and Coniston. With all of this on your doorstep, Meadowcroft Cottage makes for a great holiday. Beach 13 miles. Free WiFi Holidaymakers only. In the deeds of this property the owner is not permitted to have work van, commercial vehicles or transport vehicles with commercial marketing on the side of it. Also no taxis, trucks, boats, trailers to be parked in the development. So basically it’s just cars. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Towels provided ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### 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 ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/52000000/51690000/51684100/51684030/87361ab7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 1 bedroom accommodation in Bowness Bowness - Kitchen - Free WiFi 8.0 Very good 11 reviews CA $282 CA $282 total includes taxes & fees Nov 2 - Nov 3 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=51684030&PinnedHotelID=51684030&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37110000/37106600/37106516/15fd53b0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lind End cottage warm, comfortable and inviting, super views Broughton-in-Furness - Kitchen - Parking available - Barbecue grill - Microwave 9.6 Exceptional 42 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-22&endDate=2025-10-23&selected=37106516&PinnedHotelID=37106516&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Signature Apartment, 2 Bedrooms](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38330000/38322500/38322434/661f0b78.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Kotel Windermere Windermere - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi - Outdoor space 9.2 Wonderful 245 reviews CA $162 CA $194 total includes taxes & fees Oct 9 - Oct 10 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=38322434&PinnedHotelID=38322434&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![2 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/80000000/79940000/79931100/79931052/9b4e5adf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Perfectly situated right in the centre of Bowness on 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 Vrbo Property 2 Bedroom Accommodation in Bowness-on-windermere Cottage 2 Bedroom Accommodation in Bowness-on-windermere Windermere su-UK33425-UK33425 ## About the area Windermere is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Windermere and Coniston Water. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Parkside Road or Cartmel Racecourse. Take an opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like horse riding. [Visit our Windermere travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Windermere.dx5478) [View more Cottages in Windermere](https://www.expedia.ca/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%7C54.34898%2C-2.92538&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=XnYuVAOvrYiOCqq-qqYoVvLZ0Ek=) Bowness-on-Windermere ### What's nearby - Lake Windermere - 3 min walk - 0.3 km - Blackwell, The Arts & Crafts House - 12 min walk - 1.1 km - Bowness Pier - 3 min drive - 2.7 km - World of Beatrix Potter - 4 min drive - 3.0 km - Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre - 9 min drive - 8.6 km ### Getting around - Windermere Station - 10 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪Lake View Garden - ‬3 min drive - ‪Driftwood - ‬3 min drive - ‪Quayside Sports Bar - ‬3 min drive - ‪The Lake View - Bowness - ‬3 min drive - ‪The Old Pump House Coffee Shop - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Great access to Bowness-on-Windermere, next to the ferry over to Hawkshead. pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Great access to Bowness-on-Windermere, next to the ferry over to Hawkshead.? > As of Oct 8, 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Great access to Bowness-on-Windermere, next to the ferry over to Hawkshead. on Nov 3, 2025 start from CA $427.01, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. [Choose your dates](https://www.expedia.ca/Windermere-Hotels-Great-Access-To-Bowness-On-Windermere.h66386192.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Great access to Bowness-on-Windermere, next to the ferry over to Hawkshead.? > Check-in begins at 5:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Great access to Bowness-on-Windermere, next to the ferry over to Hawkshead.? > Check-out is at 9:00 AM. ### Where is Great access to Bowness-on-Windermere, next to the ferry over to Hawkshead. located? > Situated in Windermere, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Blackwell, The Arts & Crafts House and Lake Windermere. Bowness Pier and Windermere Ferry are also within 1 mi (2 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Great access to Bowness-on-Windermere, next to the ferry over to Hawkshead. Reviews 10 ### 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 2 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Izzy H. Aug 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Amazing property, well equipped, beautifully clean and in a quiet area just outside of town. Highly recommend and we hope to book again ##### Izzy H. Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Jane Dewhurst Oct 5, 2025 #### Lovely stay as always. Lovely stay as always. The cottage is well equipped and beautifully clean. My only complaint is the beds are hard. Nothing a mattress top couldn’t sort out. ##### Jane Dewhurst ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [The Greenway Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Cheltenham-Hotels-The-Greenway-Hotel-Spa.h520203.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Parksville](https://www.expedia.ca/Parksville-Hotels.d10645.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Peaks Hotel and Suites](https://www.expedia.ca/Banff-Hotels-Peaks-Hotel-And-Suites.h3150654.Hotel-Information) > > [Cheap Hotels in Vancouver](https://www.expedia.ca/Vancouver-Hotels-Cheap-Hotels.0-0-d178315-tCheapHotels.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Delta Hotels by Marriott Heathrow Windsor](https://www.expedia.ca/Slough-Hotels-Heathrow-Windsor-Marriott-Hotel.h3830.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels with Free Airport Shuttle in Las Vegas](https://www.expedia.ca/Las-Vegas-Hotels-Hotels-With-Free-Airport-Shuttle.0-0-d178276-tHotelswithFreeAirportShuttle.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Radisson Hotel Manchester City Centre, A Verified Net Zero Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Manchester-Hotels-Park-Inn-By-Radisson-Manchester-City-Centre.h2601411.Hotel-Information) > > [B&B Toronto](https://www.expedia.ca/Toronto-Bed-And-Breakfast.d178314-aaBedAndBreakfast.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) > > [The Porch House](https://www.expedia.ca/Cheltenham-Hotels-The-Porch-House.h4595892.Hotel-Information) > > [Millcroft](https://www.expedia.ca/Penrith-Hotels-Millcroft.h26994538.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in St. John's](https://www.expedia.ca/St-Johns-Hotels.d181832.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Holiday Inn London-Gatwick Airport by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Horley-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-London-Gatwick-Airport.h16918.Hotel-Information) > > [Pine Lake Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Carnforth-Hotels-Pine-Lake-Resort.h1928661.Hotel-Information) > > [Burgh Island Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Kingsbridge-Hotels-Burgh-Island-Hotel.h34611055.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Lisbon District](https://www.expedia.ca/Lisbon-District-Hotels.d178278.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Hyatt House Winnipeg-South/Outlet Collection](https://www.expedia.ca/Toronto-Hotels-Hyatt-House-Winnipeg-Southwest.h38338192.Hotel-Information) > > [Royal Whitby](https://www.expedia.ca/Whitby-Hotels-The-Royal-Hotel.h57917040.Hotel-Information) > > [Cave Hotel & Golf Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Faversham-Hotels-Cave-Hotel-Golf-Resort.h33410673.Hotel-Information) > > [The Belfry](https://www.expedia.ca/Birmingham-Hotels-The-Belfry.h3976.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Hull Marina by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Hull-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Hull-Marina.h10609.Hotel-Information) > > [Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire](https://www.expedia.ca/Hook-Hotels-Four-Seasons-Hotel-Hampshire.h986107.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Toronto (YYZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/yyz/calgary-to-toronto) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Vancouver (YVR)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/yvr/toronto-to-vancouver) > > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Abbotsford (YXX)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/yxx/calgary-to-abbotsford) > > [Flights from Vancouver (YVR) to Edmonton (YEG)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yvr/yeg/vancouver-to-edmonton) > > [Flights from Manila (MNL) to Vancouver (YVR)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/mnl/yvr/manila-to-vancouver) > > [Flights from Honolulu (HNL) to Toronto (YYZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/hnl/yyz/honolulu-to-toronto) ### Cars > [Enterprise Car Rentals In Calgary](https://www.expedia.ca/Enterprise-Car-Rentals-In-Calgary.d178245-c15.Car-Rental-Guide-Suppliers) ### Packages > [St Lucia](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/theme-vacations/all-inclusive-vacations/168/St-Lucia)