Hare's Breath

ID: S604786

  • Bedrooms 4
  • ・ Sleeps 8
  • ・ Pets 2

Guests say

Guests consistently praise Hare's Breath for its spaciousness, high-quality furnishings, and excellent location near Bowness. The property is celebrated for its suitability for large groups and families, with special mentions of the games room and outdoor areas. While there are a few minor cleanliness and maintenance issues, the overall experience is highly regarded, making it a sought-after holiday rental in the Lake District.

The property generally receives high marks for cleanliness, with guests noting it as clean and well-maintained. However, there were isolated comments about finding food crumbs and dirty shelves, suggesting room for improvement in attention to detail.

The location is frequently highlighted as perfect, with its proximity to Bowness and local attractions. Guests appreciate the short walk to town and the ease of access to nearby walks and activities.

Comfort is a standout feature, with guests finding the bedrooms beautiful and the living spaces cosy and homely. The property caters to a range of ages, and the presence of en-suite bathrooms in each bedroom adds to the comfort level.

Facilities are highly praised, including the games room, BBQ, and spacious social areas. Some guests suggested additional kitchen utensils and bathroom fittings. There were minor issues with the log fire and electric gates, but overall, the facilities are considered top-end.

Guests feel well catered for, mentioning the welcome hamper and extra items for children. While these thoughtful touches are appreciated, it is noted that such gifts are a bonus and may vary with each stay.

About this property

Nestled in a fantastic location close to the iconic Lake Windermere in Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria is Hare’s Breath. This luxurious holiday home boasts an open-plan, stylish interior adorned with contemporary appliances and charming features including dry stone walls, exposed beams and A-frames and a crackling woodburning stove, a truly breath-taking setting for families or friends looking to explore the myriad of Lakeside attractions. Cross the threshold into your new home-from-home and sink into the plush corner sofa to warm your feet by the gentle glow of the woodburning stove; the perfect place to unwind after a day full of exploration. Later, wander into the fully-equipped kitchen to help rustle up hearty meals for the whole family with the help of the state-of-the-art appliances; enjoy the fruits of your labour at the spacious dining table and raise a toast to your getaway. While the evening away with a bit of healthy competition in the billiards room fitted with a bar or savour the last light on the patio which houses a barbecue, perfect for alfresco affairs. When the stars fill the sky climb the stairs to the first floor to choose between four sumptuous bedrooms fitted with Smart TVs; choose between a king-size with en-suite bathroom, two king-sizes with en-suite shower room, one of which has a Juliet balcony or a twin with en-suite shower room. If you can tear yourself away from this idyllic abode, head straight for the lake where you can admire breath-taking views across the water, enjoy a leisurely boat trip or try something more adventurous by taking to the open water on kayaks or paddle boards. There are plenty of attractions appealing to the whole family including Windermere Golf Club, the National Trust site of Hill Top, The World of Beatrix Potter or Blackwell. Venture further afield to explore Holehird Gardens, the preserved farm of Townend or visit famed lake towns like Grasmere to tour the Wordsworth Museum or his former home. Outdoor enthusiast will also be in their element thanks to the abundance of walking, hiking and cycling opportunities in the area; meander through dense forest to find Stock Ghyll Force waterfall or summit peaks like Claife Heights, Brant Fell and Orrest Head for picturesque panoramas. Adventure awaits at Hare’s Breath.

Bowness and Windermere, two neighbouring towns in the Lake District National Park, offer a wide variety of activities, services, and entertainment options, as well as shopping and dining options, to make them perennially popular with tourists. Windermere Lake Cruises in Bowness offers a variety of boat tours and boat rentals, and other locations in the area include Brockhole, Ambleside, and Lakeside (at the southern end of the lake where the Lakeside Aquarium and the Lakeside and Haverthwaite Railway are situated). It is only a mile and a half to the Old Laundry Theatre and the World of Beatrix Potter. The breath-taking vistas over the lake and adjacent fells from Orrest Head are what prompted Alfred Wainwright to write his series of classic guidebooks.  In addition to the nearby historic towns of Grasmere, Ambleside, and Troutbeck, the nearby attraction of Brockhole, which features high wire tree top experiences, is only three miles away. If you're feeling active, you can find several different watersports in marine centres all around the lake. The Langdale Mountains, Beatrix Potter's Hill Top House in 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, are all within easy reach from the area.

Accommodation

Please note this property IS A monday TO monday change over IF YOU wish TO make A booking ON another DAY please enquire FOR A price.

Highly Commended 5 star property.

Four bedrooms with Smart TVs: 1 x king-size with en-suite bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x king-size with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x king-size with Juliet balcony, en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x twin with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.

Cloakroom with basin and WC.

Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove.

Utility.

Billiards room/bar with Smart TV

Central heating.

2 x electric ovens, 5-ring electric hob, microwave, American fridge/freezer, Nespresso coffee machine, washing machine, tumble dryer and dishwasher.

6 x Smart TVs, WiFi, pool table.

Fuel, power and starter for woodburning stove included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Off-road parking for 4 cars.

EV charge point.

Large patio with furniture and barbecue and wrap-around balcony.

Two well-behaved dogs welcome.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop 0.5 miles, pub 0.4 miles and Lake Windermere 0.4 miles.

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: EV charging available by prior arrangement via an app.

Nearby points of interest

  • Lake Windermere

Reviews (18)

  • Alison

    The rooms are comfortable and clean. Improvements that could be made more cooking bowls, utensils for those guests who like to self cater ….I realise there may only be a few of us. There are so many lovely places to eat in the area. And also being able to control and turn down or off the heating. I would recommend this house as a fantastic base for exploring the lakes.

  • Patricia

    In a great location to explore Bowness but equally couldn't wait to get back "home" to this property. Can't wait to stay again!

  • Dean

    House came up to expectation. Lovely furnishings and overall facilities were top end. I would make a couple if suggestions to the owners. A couple of the toilet seats are loose. The balcony needs sweeping before arrival. I realise the trees shed but this had not been done and there was quite a bit of debris. Overall fabulous place and lots of parking. 2 amazing giant redwoods!!

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