Brantlea in Bowness-On-Windermere | Stunning Cumbria Group Cottage

About Brantlea

Brantlea is a detached four-bedroom holiday home in Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria. This property sleeps eight guests across four beautifully appointed bedrooms. The private hot tub offers stunning views across Lake Windermere towards the distant fells. Off-road parking for four cars makes arrival easy for multiple families.

The property sits in a quiet residential area just 0.3 miles from Bowness town centre. Lake Windermere glistens below whilst the surrounding fells create a spectacular backdrop.

Accommodation includes two ground-floor super-king-size bedrooms and two first-floor king-size bedrooms. Three bedrooms feature en-suite facilities. There's also a ground-floor shower room. The open-plan living space combines kitchen, dining and sitting areas with a balcony overlooking the lake. The kitchen includes an American-style fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine.

The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction sits in Bowness itself. Old Laundry Theatre (1.5 miles, 5 minutes) hosts regular performances. Brockhole visitor centre (3 miles, 10 minutes) offers lakeside activities. Ambleside (5 miles, 15 minutes) provides excellent walking routes.

Multi-level gardens with elevated patio and garden room create perfect spaces for group gatherings. Brantlea suits families wanting luxury accommodation with easy lake access.

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At Sykes Cottages

Need To Know

✓Gas central heating with electric underfloor heating and flame-effect electric fire
✓Electric oven, ceramic electric hob, kettle, large cafetiere, toaster, microwave, american-style fridge/freezer, additional undercounter fridge, washing machine, dishwasher
✓1 x smart tv, 4 x tv with usb port, wifi
✓Fuel and power included in rent
✓Bed linen and towels included in rent
✓Off-road parking for 4 cars, more available on request
✓Multi-level rear garden with lawn, elevated patio, garden room with furniture and hot tub and balcony with furniture and gas barbecue
✓Well-behaved pets welcome
✓Sorry, no smoking
✓Shop and pub 0.3 miles
✓Note: there are two steps leading down into one of the king-size bedrooms and two steps leading into the kitchen that may not be suitable for guests with limited mobility, please take care
✓Note: the rear garden is set on a steep, sloped hillside with steps leading to the garden room, please take care
✓Note: the property is accessed via a number of stone steps that may not be suitable for guests with limited mobility
✓Note: check-in from 3:30pm, check-out by 10am
✓Note: under-floor heating is in all bathrooms

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What Guests Love

What do previous guests think about their group stay at Brantlea

Hot Tub with Lake Views

The private hot tub sits in the garden with spectacular views across Lake Windermere to the fells beyond, perfect for relaxing after days exploring.

Spacious Open-Plan Living

The open-plan kitchen, dining and sitting area provides excellent social space where groups of eight can cook, eat and relax together comfortably.

Four En-Suite Bedrooms

Three bedrooms have en-suite facilities plus an additional shower room, meaning no morning queues and plenty of privacy for everyone staying.

Parking for Four Cars

Off-road parking for four vehicles makes arrival stress-free when multiple families or couples travel separately to meet at the property.

Walk to Bowness Centre

Just 0.3 miles from Bowness town centre means shops, restaurants and lakeside attractions are all within easy walking distance from the house.

Multi-Level Garden Spaces

The terraced garden includes lawn areas, elevated patio, garden room and balcony with gas barbecue, creating multiple outdoor gathering spots for groups.

Getting To Brantlea

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Brantlea by car, follow the A591 into Bowness-on-Windermere and navigate to the residential area above the town centre. The property is easily accessible with convenient off-road parking for four cars upon arrival.

By Train

For those travelling by rail, the nearest station is Windermere, just 1.5 miles away. From there, it's a short taxi ride or pleasant walk to your Lake District base.

Off-road parking for four cars

Windermere station (1.5 miles)

0.3 miles from Bowness town centre

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

World of Beatrix Potter Attraction

Distance: 0.3 miles

LA23 3BX

Brockhole Visitor Centre

Distance: 3 miles

LA23 1LJ

Old Laundry Theatre

Distance: 1.5 miles

LA23 3DH

Orrest Head Viewpoint

Distance: 1.8 miles

LA23 1LA

Brant Fell Summit

Distance: 1 mile

LA23 3AE

Lake Windermere Shoreline Path

Distance: 0.3 miles

LA23 3HJ

Booths Windermere

Distance: 1.5 miles

LA23 1BQ

Bowness Village Shops

Distance: 0.3 miles

LA23 3BT

Lakeland Store

Distance: 0.4 miles

LA23 3BX

Windermere Lake Cruises

Distance: 0.3 miles

LA23 3HQ

Blackwell Arts & Crafts House

Distance: 1.5 miles

LA23 3JT

Lakeside Aquarium

Distance: 8 miles

LA12 8AS

World of Beatrix Potter Attraction

Distance: 0.3 miles

LA23 3BX

Brockhole Visitor Centre

Distance: 3 miles

LA23 1LJ

Old Laundry Theatre

Distance: 1.5 miles

LA23 3DH

Orrest Head Viewpoint

Distance: 1.8 miles

LA23 1LA

Brant Fell Summit

Distance: 1 mile

LA23 3AE

Lake Windermere Shoreline Path

Distance: 0.3 miles

LA23 3HJ

Booths Windermere

Distance: 1.5 miles

LA23 1BQ

Bowness Village Shops

Distance: 0.3 miles

LA23 3BT

Lakeland Store

Distance: 0.4 miles

LA23 3BX

Windermere Lake Cruises

Distance: 0.3 miles

LA23 3HQ

Blackwell Arts & Crafts House

Distance: 1.5 miles

LA23 3JT

Lakeside Aquarium

Distance: 8 miles

LA12 8AS

Is Brantlea Right For Your Group

Discover why this cottage is the one for your party or family reunion...

For Families

Brantlea provides excellent facilities for families with children. A cot and highchair are available on request. The multi-level garden offers safe outdoor play space. Smart TVs with USB ports in bedrooms keep older children entertained. The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction sits just 0.3 miles away. Boat trips from Bowness provide exciting lake adventures. The open-plan layout lets parents supervise whilst cooking.

Groups Will Love...

The private hot tub sits in the garden room with breathtaking views across Lake Windermere towards the distant fells. This covered space provides year-round enjoyment whatever the weather. The elevated position maximises the spectacular panorama. After days exploring the Lakes, groups can gather here for evening relaxation. The garden room furniture creates a perfect social space. The hot tub comfortably accommodates multiple guests simultaneously.

Pet Friendly

Brantlea welcomes well-behaved pets to join your Lake District holiday. The multi-level garden provides secure outdoor space where dogs can explore safely. The location offers excellent walking opportunities straight from the door. Lakeside paths sit just 0.3 miles away. The ground-floor bedroom arrangement suits pet owners who prefer their dog nearby. Bowness has several pet-friendly pubs and cafes within walking distance.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Brantlea

The Crafty Baa

Located 0.3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA23 3EG

Homeground Coffee + Kitchen

Located 0.4 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA23 3BU

The Royal Oak Inn

Located 0.5 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA23 3EG

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Brantlea

Is Brantlea pet-friendly?

Yes, Brantlea welcomes well-behaved pets so your dog can join the family holiday. The multi-level garden provides secure outdoor space for pets to explore.

How many cars can park at the property?

The property has off-road parking for four cars, making it ideal for multiple families travelling separately. All parking spaces are conveniently located at the front of the house.

What bedroom arrangements does Brantlea offer?

There are four bedrooms sleeping eight guests: two ground-floor super-king-size rooms and two first-floor king-size rooms. Three bedrooms have en-suite facilities with an additional ground-floor shower room.

How far is Brantlea from Lake Windermere?

The property sits just 0.3 miles from Bowness town centre and the lakeside. You can walk to boat trips, waterside restaurants and lake activities within minutes.

Does the hot tub have lake views?

Yes, the hot tub is positioned in the garden room with spectacular views across Lake Windermere towards the fells. It's a perfect spot for evening relaxation after exploring the area.

What kitchen facilities are available for groups?

The kitchen includes an electric oven, ceramic hob, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine and American-style fridge/freezer. There's also an additional undercounter fridge for extra storage capacity.

Is Brantlea suitable for guests with limited mobility?

No, the property is not suitable for guests with limited mobility. There are two steps into the kitchen and two steps into one bedroom area.

What outdoor spaces does the property have?

The multi-level rear garden features lawn areas, an elevated patio, garden room with hot tub and a balcony with furniture and gas barbecue. Multiple outdoor spaces suit different group activities throughout the day.

Popular Stays Near This Cottage

Bowness-on-Windermere

Brantlea Reviews

Absolutely loved our weekend away at Brantlea. Perfect setting, stylish accommodation, ideal location and extremely lucky with the weather. Thank you to our host nothing was too much trouble. Will definitely return

Thank for a wonderful stay in your home, the views from here are amazing. Beautiful house. We will be back

Perfect! We absolutely loved staying there.

Great location with stunning views. Everything in the house is to a high standard. Simon is a great host, responds quickly and is helpful, even returned an item we had left behind

We were a group of 8 and we all agreed this is the best place we have stayed ever. Its just brilliant. The views, facilities, cleanliness and vast space made this a very memorable trioo pop. Not far from town where the pubs and restaurants are and parking was more than adequate. Would definitely return, and all the instructions were very clear. A must stay!!

Can't recommend Brantlea enough. Everything has been thought about, the views are outstanding and the place feels super homely. Will definitely be returning.

Lovely house, great location and host was always very responsive. 0 complaints 1010

Caroline

We had a fantastic stay at Brantlea in the Bowness on Windermere, Lake District! The property was spotless, spacious, and extremely comfortable, with everything we needed for a relaxing break. The welcome pack was such a thoughtful touch and made us feel at home right away. The location is perfect just a short walk to the hustle and bustle of town, yet tucked away in a peaceful area with beautiful views and lovely walks right on the doorstep. The amenities were excellent, and we especially loved the hot tub and the charming summer house. Clear instructions made everything easy to use, and it was obvious how much care goes into keeping the property to such a high standard. If we had one suggestion, it would be to add a roof or some form of cover over the hot tub that way we could enjoy it even more often, no matter the weather. Overall, this was a wonderful stay, and we cant recommend Brantlea highly enough. Were already looking forward to returning!

Everything about Brantlea is amazing from the views from the hot tub to the shoe boxes at the front door. Absolutely everything had been thought of and we found nothing lacking. We would definitely recommend this huose. A big thankyou to Simon and Lydia for allowing us to make Brantlea our home for a week.

Wonderful property in a fantastic location for the restaurants, shops & bars of Bowness. The house was spotless on arrival, weve stayed in many properties and Brantlea was absolutely 5 stars. The welcome pack on arrival was a lovely gesture. Highly recommended, perfect for our party of 7 adults & a dog. Anyone thinking of booking this property, then do it! We were very sad to leave!

Simon, thank you for letting us use your beautiful house. Amazing views, peaceful and just perfect in every way. My 50th Birthday with the ladies was fantastic! Many thanks

Yvonne

We enjoyed a wonderful family break in Brantlea. The property was spotlessly clean and very comfortable. We particularly enjoyed the hot tub, the outside eating space and the panoramic view from the dining area. Would readily recommend as a lovely place to stay.

Thank you Simon, happy family memories shared and created in the most beautiful of homes.

Simon was an exceptional host. The accommodation was spotless, comfortable, and exactly as described. Simon s local recommendations enhanced our trip restaurant, and their prompt communication made everything seamless. Highly recommend staying here

Charlie

A great house and location. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would recommend.

Wow, what a fabulous stay. The house and views were stunning. The kitchen was very well equipped and the living room and bedrooms were very comfortable. Simon's communication was excellent very responsive. He also left us a lovely welcome hamper which was much appreciated. Highly recommended.

This house has the wow factor. Very peaceful and beautiful location yet only a 5 minute walk into Bowness. There is path right behind the house to get onto Brant Fell which we really liked. The kitchen has literally everything you could need. A lovely welcome hamper was a nice touch too. I would definitely stay here again.

One of the best houses weve rented! The quality of finish to the rooms and interior was excellent. Everything was very clean and the facilities were well thought to make our stay as comfortable as possible and a home from home. A lovely welcome hamper made a great start to the stay and a visit from Simon the owner to show us around the house on our arrival was thoughtful. Great location as well!

Tracey

Fabulous stay friendly and helpful owner. Perfect location will definitely stay again!

We have had an amazing stay, the house was even more impressive than the pictures! The views from the hot tub are spectacular, we were in it every day. It has been the most equipped house we've stayed in, the kitchen has everything you could think of! Thank you for a perfect week away before the Christmas chaos! Also to add my sons girlfried only went and booked the house we tried and failed to buy 16 years ago! What a treat. Fantastic week.

Had an amazing weekend away at brantlea for my wifes 50th, couldnt have asked for more, the welcome basket wad unexpected but such a nice touch, the house is beautiful and nothing hasn't been thought of, stair gates and fencing helping keep two dogs contained, steep garden that leads to the hot tub, there is even a fridge and plastic glasses up there. The views from the top of the garden are breathtaking. Would highly recommend brantlea and would love to visit again in the future.

Fabulous place to stay, just what the doctor ordered Loved the view from the ... Fabulous place to stay, just what the doctor ordered Loved the view from the hot tub Credit to the owners beautifully furnished and very peaceful Only suggestion I would make is to write on the website that hot tub towels,flip flops and robes should be taken, this would enhance your visit 1010 excellent

Excellent property, very clean and comfortable, has everything you would need and more. Close to the town. Owner very friendly and helpful.

Catherine

An amazing weekend in a beautiful location in a beautiful home, we have created memories as a family to last a lifetime, our weekend completely exceeded our expectations and we loved every second. Thankyou

Fantastic location, brilliant accommodation made the weekend perfect! Beautiful property, exceptionally well equipped, homely and beautiful views especially from hot tub!

Jennifer

Fantastic property, house is lovely and caters for everything you might need. We had a great weekend, great location for shops, bars, restaurants.

Lovely house, conveniently situated out of town but not too far to walk down to town, restaurants, pubs, harbour for boat trips and shops. Walks straight from the house to the high spot for fantastic panorama of lake Windermere.

Caroline

A fabulous house in a superb location , very clean with all the home comforts you could need.

Richard

A beautiful property in a beautiful location. Spacious property meaning everyone can eat and socialise together. Hot tub with stunning views an added bonus. Lovely welcome box of goodies very much appreciated. Will definitely come again!

Beautiful house with everything we needed for our stay, excellent location just 5mins walk into Bowness. Would defo recommend

We had a fabulous long weekend, helped by couple of glorious days. Superb house, very clean, very relaxing and near to everything. A lovely walk run just at the back up to Brant Fell.

Jackie

Had a fantastic stay at the beautiful Brantlea. Facilities were amazing. An excellent welcome pack with a lovely bottle of fizz. Would highly recommend the house, very spacious and immaculately clean, could not fault it in any way. Simon was a great host.

Beautiful house and the sun shone all week. What more could we ask for?

Thank you for a lovely stay. Great location, love the views. Very comfortable & well equipped house.

The house didnt disappoint and in some respects was even better than the pictures show especially the location. In a very quiet and select private close only added to the enjoyment. House was spotlessly clean and well presented. Ample room for our party of 6 to both spend time together or chill when prefer with the garden room a firm favourite. The birds eye view of fast jets navigating up the lake and beyond was a real bonus! Only real ask would be if the hot tub could be raised slightly allowing better views of the lake whilst sitting in it but icing on the cake of course! Only gripe relates to Sykes and the astronomical price increases year on year!

What a fabulous birthday weekend. Loved staying in Brantlea due to its location, facilities and general feel. Simon was great, with information about places to walk, eat, swim etc. The house suited both generations of the family, something for everyone! Thank you for the hamper and the fizz, started the celebrations off beautifully!

We had an amazing stay, house was in a great location, just 5 mins walk from the village. It has everything you need, clutter free, spotlessly clean and plenty of space for the 8 of us. Hot tub was lovely with great views. Host was helpful & very friendly and was close by if you needed anything. Would definitely book again.

Our stay here was just perfect! From the location to the house itself, and communicating with the host everything was seamless and better than we could have hoped for! We will definitely be returning!

Thank you for a lovely stay! House amazing, love the hot tub. Beds so comfortable, will be back

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Brantlea, Bowness-On-Windermere

About Brantlea

Need To Know

More Group Cottages You May Like

What Guests Love

Hot Tub with Lake Views

Spacious Open-Plan Living

Four En-Suite Bedrooms

Parking for Four Cars

Walk to Bowness Centre

Multi-Level Garden Spaces

Getting To Brantlea

By Car

By Train

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Is Brantlea Right For Your Group

For Families

Groups Will Love...

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

The Crafty Baa

Homeground Coffee + Kitchen

The Royal Oak Inn

Frequently Asked Questions

Location Name

Popular Stays Near This Cottage

Brantlea Reviews