Hare's Breath

sleeps 8 8
4 bedrooms 4
4 bathrooms 4
 dogs allowed
 adults only
5 star5 star5 star5 star5 star

Cottage with open fire,

Nestled in a fantastic location close to the iconic Lake Windermere in Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria is Hare’s Breath, a luxurious holiday home perfect for families or friends looking to explore the myriad of Lakeside attractions. This stunning property boasts an open-plan, stylish interior adorned with contemporary appliances and charming features including dry stone walls, exposed beams and A-frames, as well as a crackling woodburning stove. Upon entering, guests are greeted with a warm and inviting atmosphere, making it the ideal setting to relax and unwind after a day full of exploration.

The main living area features a plush corner sofa positioned by the woodburning stove, providing a cozy spot to warm your feet and enjoy the gentle glow of the fire. The fully-equipped kitchen offers state-of-the-art appliances, making it easy to prepare hearty meals for the whole family. Guests can gather around the spacious dining table to enjoy their culinary creations and raise a toast to their getaway. For entertainment, there is a billiards room with a bar where guests can engage in some friendly competition or relax on the patio, complete with a barbecue for alfresco dining as the sun sets in the distance.

Heading upstairs to the first floor, guests will find four sumptuous bedrooms, each equipped with Smart TVs for added comfort. The sleeping arrangements include a king-size bedroom with an en-suite bathroom, two king-size bedrooms with en-suite shower rooms - one of which features a Juliet balcony, and a twin bedroom with an en-suite shower room. Each room offers a tranquil retreat for a restful night's sleep after a day of adventure.

For those looking to explore the outdoors, Lake Windermere offers a range of activities such as leisurely boat trips, kayaking, and paddle boarding. Nearby attractions like Windermere Golf Club, the National Trust site of Hill Top, and The World of Beatrix Potter provide entertainment for the whole family. Further afield, guests can visit Holehird Gardens, the preserved farm of Townend, or explore famed lake towns like Grasmere with its Wordsworth Museum and former home.

Outdoor enthusiasts will be thrilled with the abundance of walking, hiking, and cycling opportunities in the area. From dense forests leading to Stock Ghyll Force waterfall to stunning peaks like Claife Heights, Brant Fell, and Orrest Head offering picturesque panoramas, there is no shortage of adventure awaiting guests at Hare’s Breath. This holiday home offers the perfect blend of luxury, comfort, and exploration for a memorable Lake District getaway.

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Contact: Sykes Cottages
01244 500 540

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Leisure facilities & entertainment:

internet access tv games room

Accommodation layout and features:

Ground Floor, Bedroom 1:
King size bed(s)bed linen
Ground Floor, Bedroom 2:
King size bed(s)bed linen
Ground Floor, Bedroom 3:
King size bed(s)bed linen
Ground Floor, Bedroom 4:
Single bed(s)Single bed(s)bed linen
Kitchen:
microwave dishwasher freezer laundry facilities
Bathroom:
shower  towels

More about the property:

Central heating open fire parking garden

Best suited for:

Family friendly features:

Adults only

Dog friendly features:

dogs allowed

Accessibility features:

Location:

Windermere, Cumbria

Windermere is close by to Bowness on Windermere and is one of the jewels of the English Lake District. Windermere offers plenty of shops, bars and restaurants. The main attraction of this part of Cumbria is Lake Windermere, a huge lake where you can enjoy boating and feeding the swans.


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Description

The living areas in this holiday home consist of an open-plan living space with kitchen equipped with two electric ovens, 5-ring electric hob, microwave, American fridge/freezer and dishwasher, a dining table for eight and a sitting area with Smart TV and woodburning stove and utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer and a billiards room with billiards table, bar and Smart TV. The bedrooms all contain Smart TVs and consist of king-size with en-suite bathroom, a king-size with en-suite shower room, a king-size with Juliet balcony and en-suite shower room and a twin with en-suite shower room. Outside there is off-road parking for four cars, a patio with furniture and barbecue and wrap-around balcony. Within 0.5 miles there is shop and 0.4 miles a pub and Lake Windermere. One well-behaved dog welcome, but sorry, no smoking. WiFi, fuel, power, starter for woodburning stove, bed linen and towels are all included in the price. Explore the Lake District at Hare's Breath. Note: There may be limited head height in the twin bedroom when set out as a super-king-size. Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out by 10am. Note: Sorry, this property cannot currently accomodate arrivals on Fridays. Saturday arrival by prior arrangement only, please enquire.Sorry, this property cannot currently accommodate arrivals on Fridays. Saturday arrival by prior arrangement only, please enquire.

Things to do nearby:

Near beachFishing availableGolf course nearbyLocal Pub

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More about luxury holidays in Cumbria

Cumbria is a predominantly rural county, perfect for a luxury country cottage retreat. Considered one of the most beautiful areas of the UK, Cumbria and the Lake District encompasses not only the Lakes but the Eden Valley, the North Pennines, the Furness Peninsula and part of the Yorkshire Dales. Also described as the ‘Adventure capital of the UK’ Cumbria boasts a fantastic variety of sporting opportunities, including walking, cycling, climbing, caving, ballooning and canoeing. However Cumbria also receives visitors that are just looking to relax and enjoy their surroundings and the interesting places to visit including gardens, museums, art galleries, historic sites and amazing theatres and family attractions. The diverse landscape and scenery found in Cumbria and the Lake District is the perfect setting for a luxury country cottage retreat as it is some of the best in the UK and well worth experiencing first hand. Why not surprise your partner and book a romantic luxury retreat for two to Cumbria and take in the amazing views.

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