Guests say
Silver Howe is a well-received holiday cottage in Bowness-On-Windermere, praised for its comfortable beds, spaciousness, and prime location. Guests appreciate the well-equipped kitchen, lovely decor, and the property's warmth. The garden and outside areas are also noted for their beauty, though some guests mention challenges with parking and access.
Most guests found Silver Howe to be clean and tidy, with particular praise for the bedrooms and bathrooms. However, there were some concerns about cleaning standards in certain areas, such as under furniture and in the conservatory, which slightly affected the overall impression.
The location is highly regarded due to its proximity to local shops, attractions, and the lake. The setting in Bowness-On-Windermere is a highlight, although a few guests noted the challenge of a hill and the busy street for parking.
Guests consistently report that the beds are extremely comfortable and the property is warm and cosy. Some guests found the sofas and lighting less satisfactory, suggesting room for improvement in the lounge area.
The property is well-equipped with a great kitchen, ample hot water, and good showers. However, some guests reported minor maintenance issues and suggested that certain items such as cutlery and a dishwasher could be updated or repaired.
While some guests mentioned welcome packs, there is insufficient information to determine the consistency of such gestures or their impact on the overall experience. Therefore, a score cannot be provided for thoughtfulness.
About this property
Silver Howe is a sumptuous three bedroomed house hidden away from the bustle of Bowness. On arrival you’ll discover a beautiful, architect designed Lakeland home nestled into a rocky outcrop surrounded by mature trees - this is the perfect holiday cottage for both family and friends.
Created to be as social a space as possible, with a generously sized lounge that opens out onto a veranda and the garden. A large well equipped kitchen and an airy conservatory dining space. Sleeping six guests over three bedrooms including two with ensuite bathrooms, Silver Howe has an array of additional features; an grand hallway with an oak staircase, several patios, beautiful gardens and private parking.
Silver Howe is the perfect place from which to experience all that the Lake District has to offer from country walking to the World of Beatrix Potter, cycling to sailing, along with great food, drink and a fabulous atmosphere.
The vibrant twin towns of Bowness and Windermere hold enduring appeal for visitors to the Lake District National Park, with each providing a range of nearby attractions, amenities, shops and restaurants to suit all tastes. A variety of boat trips and boat hire are available from Windermere Lake Cruises in Bowness to Brockhole, Ambleside and Lakeside (at the southern end of the lake where the Lakeside Aquarium and the Lakeside and Haverthwaite Railway are situated). The World of Beatrix Potter attraction and the Old Laundry theatre are 1.5 miles away. Orrest Head, where Alfred Wainwright was inspired to write his series of iconic guidebooks, is a 30-minute walk to enjoy the spectacular panorama of far-reaching views over the lake and surrounding fells. Brockhole, which offers high wire tree top experiences, is less than two miles away, and the historic villages of Grasmere, Ambleside and Troutbeck are a short drive away. There are also a variety of watersports on offer for the more energetic at marine centres along the lake. The area is ideally situated for exploring all that this region has to offer, whether by foot, bike, car, railway or bus; and is within easy reach of attractions such as the spectacular Langdales, Beatrix Potter’s Hill Top House at Far Sawrey, Coniston, Grizedale Forest Park, with its delightful walks and famous outdoor sculptures, mountain biking and “Go-Ape” adventure park, Ullswater, Kendal, Keswick, stone circles, Roman forts and England's highest mountain, Scafell Pike.
Accommodation
Over 2 floors.
3 x bedrooms; 2 x king size with en suites, 1 x double with en suite, shower room.
Kitchen.
Lounge.
Conservatory dining room.
Patio.
Garden.
Detached Lakeland House.
3 TVs, all with Freeview and DVD players.
Feature fireplace with open fire.
Spacious kitchen.
Range cooker, gas hob and electric oven.
Dishwasher.
Microwave.
Washer/Dryer.
Fridge / Freezer.
Family breakfast table.
Landing with study area.
Patio with outdoor furniture.
Veranda.
Two private parking space.
Gas Central Heating.
WiFi.
Walks from the door.
Sorry no pets.
Bed linen and towels provided.
Nearby points of interest
- Lake Windermere
Reviews (53)
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Simon
The cistern needs tightening, nothing major. As good and as spacious as it looks in the listing.
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Gulraiz
Facilities are great. The only issue is that it is very noisy from within its own structure, amazingly lack of sound proofing.
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Hylda
Burn mark on settee dents in fridge doors and freezer door. Doors near the cooking area where sticky to the touch. The house was lovely and warm and bedrooms were comfortable and clean Hylda Smith