Smithy Cottage at Bowland Bridge, Bowland Bridge, Cumbria - Sleeps 5

Picture postcard cottage close to Bowness and Lake Windermere. With a wood burning fire and original features, this property sleeps 5 in 3 bedrooms. 1 pet welcome.

With its peaceful rural location in the Lyth Valley, this traditional Lakeland cottage is charm itself. The famous Mason’s Arms just up the road in Bowland Bridge, this hostelry is child-friendly and known for their excellent food and local ales. With Bowness not too far away, there are plenty of shops, restaurants and cafés to enjoy.

Smithy Cottage, with its large garden, is picture perfect. A river runs close by and there is ample parking for up to three cars. Through the front door of this welcoming property, guests will step into the lovely sitting room with large wood burning stove and relaxing sofas. The perfect place to unwind after a day in the fresh air.

The cottage has a separate dining area and extremely well-equipped kitchen. Throughout the property picture windows frame delightful views and allow the sunshine to flood in. The two double bedrooms are delightful, and the single room a generous size. A newly renovated family shower room with walk in shower, basin and WC.

Separately there is a second wc. The garden is at the rear of the property and has seating provided to ensure guests make the most of the country air. A wonderful place to read, admire the views or enjoy an aperitif. From here guests can stroll to the lake and watch the steamers glide by. A quiet place for families with young children; somewhere to explore, enjoy the wildlife and get back to nature.

Accommodation Summary

3 bedrooms: 2 x double, 1 x single. Newly renovated family shower room with walk in shower, basin and wc. Second separate. WC Sitting room. DIning room. Kitchen.

Accommodation Amenities

Oil central heating. Wood burning stove. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, TV, DVD, WiFi. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Shared private water supply. Garden furniture. Private parking for up to 3 cars. 1 pet welcome. Sorry, no smoking.

Next availability 07-11-2026

Accommodation Overview

  • Sleeps: 5
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Bathrooms: 2
  • Pets: 1

Accommodation Facilities

  • Dogs welcome
  • Log fire
  • Garden
  • WiFi
  • Towels provided
  • Dishwasher
  • Cooker
  • Fridge
  • Washing machine
  • High chair
  • Cot

In the Area

  • Hill Top, Near Sawrey
  • Levens Hall, Kendal
  • Sizergh Castle, Kendal
  • Beatrix Potter Gallery, Hawkshead
  • National Trust - Tabitha Twitchit's Bookshop
  • Kendal Museum
  • Holker Hall and Gardens
  • Gondola Coniston, Coniston

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