The Stable Loft

Bowness on Windermere sits at the heart of central Lakeland, with the lake itself on your doorstep and the town's shops, cafés and restaurants a short walk away. The Stable Loft is a first-floor apartment in a converted stable building, reached by spiral staircase, with loft ceilings and an open-plan layout that makes efficient use of the space. A double bed, shower room, and a kitchen with electric cooker and microwave occupy the single bedroom and bathroom, while the living area doubles as a dining space. Electricity, bed linen, towels and wifi are covered; there is private parking for one car on site.

From here, Lake Windermere is immediately accessible for rowing boats or leisurely steamer rides. Windermere town centre lies uphill with independent shops, a traditional cinema and The World of Beatrix Potter. Regular boat services run to Ambleside and Lakeside, where the Lakes Aquarium is located, or you can board the steam train that runs to Haverthwaite. The area suits couples looking for a self-catering base without being far from pubs, restaurants and outdoor pursuits. There is a pub within a mile. No smoking is permitted in the apartment.