In the heart of Bowness, The Old Courthouse offers a warm and welcoming retreat for families or groups of friends. Unwind in the living room with its Smart TV and electric fire, or enjoy al fresco dining in the small sitting-out area with picnic table.
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Exceptional
Entire home
5 bedrooms6 bathroomsSleeps 10
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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About this property
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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
5 bedroom accommodation in Bowness-on-Windermere
Homely property, ideal for families or groups of friends, in the centre of Bowness with private parking.. 3 steps to entrance.
Bedroom 5: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Gas central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Highchair available. Welcome pack. . Garden with small sitting-out area with picnic table. Private parking for 2 large or 3 medium cars. No smoking. Please note: There are 3 steps in the grounds.. Centrally located in the popular village of Bowness on Windermere, The Old Courthouse offers a distinctive five bedroom home ideal for families or groups of friends. It is just a five-minute stroll away from beautiful Lake Windermere and nearby woodland walks. This sizeable property is ideally positioned with private parking for 2 large or 3 mediim sized cars allowing you to leave your car and explore the local attractions and amenities on foot. If you wish to go further afield try an open top bus trip or take a scenic boat trip to Waterhead, Ambleside or Lakeside. For the more energetic a walk up to ’Orrest Head’ offers spectacular views over Lake Windermere. Bowness has a lively café culture, a wide selection of restaurants, bars, independent small shops and an Art Deco cinema.
A large homely five bedroom en-suite property, in the centre of Bowness with private parking for two cars. Originating as a police station and jail in 1843 and extended in 1858 to include the courthouse. This sizeable property is warmly decorated throughout with a real homely feel and plenty of space for everyone to enjoy. The accommodation consists of a well-equipped family kitchen/breakfast room with a breakfast table and chairs and a traditional pulley maid for drying clothes should you need to. The comfy living room has plenty of seating for everyone including a Smart TV and living flame effect fire and a cosy reading snug area. The dining room has table and chairs to accommodate up to ten people, a Smart TV and a choice of games, and off this room is a small shower room. Outside to the front of the property is a small seating area with a picnic table to enjoy relaxing outside on warm sunny days.
Free WiFi
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Limited on-site parking (max 2 spaces)
Onsite parking includes off-street options
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Freezer
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
6 bathrooms
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Location highlights
On a lake
On a river
Things to do
Fishing
Horseback riding nearby
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: This property accepts a maximum of 2 pet(s)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the area
Located in Windermere, this cottage is on a river. Blackwell, The Arts & Crafts House and Claife Viewing Station and Windermere West Shore are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Windermere and Ullswater. Holehird Gardens and Treetop Trek are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like horse riding. Visit our Windermere travel guide
Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories
10 min walk - 0.9 km
Getting around
Windermere Station
3 min drive
Restaurants
Lake View Garden
7 min walk
The Westmorland Inn
1 min walk
The Magic Roundabout
5 min walk
The Albert
4 min walk
Trattoria
2 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is 5 bedroom accommodation in Bowness-on-Windermere pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at 5 bedroom accommodation in Bowness-on-Windermere?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 5 bedroom accommodation in Bowness-on-Windermere?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 5 bedroom accommodation in Bowness-on-Windermere?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 5 bedroom accommodation in Bowness-on-Windermere located?
Situated on a river, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of World of Beatrix Potter and Lake Windermere. Old Laundry Theatre and Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories are also within 10 minutes. Windermere Station is 24 minutes by foot.
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5 bedroom accommodation in Bowness-on-Windermere Reviews
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Great location, very comfortable. We had a great stay, will definitely be back.
Sandra MacLeod
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Camilla Wemyss
6 Feb 2026
We had a great stay with friends in the Old Courtyard.
We had a great stay with friends in the Old Courtyard. Perfect location, no need for the car once we got there as it’s right in the centre of everything but not too busy that you hear the outside world inside the house. The house had everything we needed, was clean, comfortable and cosy. Would definitely stay again.
Camilla Wemyss
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Matthew
9 May 2025
Lovely clean cottage, well situated for pubs/restaurants/shops of Bowness.
Lovely clean cottage, well situated for pubs/restaurants/shops of Bowness. Quite unusual to have parking for so many cars in the middle of Bowness and also useful for large groups as has one bathroom per bedroom.
Matthew
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Karen Dickson
1 Jul 2025
We were a group of friends celebrating a big birthday & the property & location were ideal! It was r
We were a group of friends celebrating a big birthday & the property & location were ideal! It was really close to local restaurants & bars & there was plenty of space for us all to get together in the communal areas. The Prosecco & snacks on arrival were also very much appreciated would highly recommend ðŸ™ðŸ˜Š
Karen Dickson
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Onky Leung
6 Sept 2025
We stayed just before peak season, and had a lovely time.
We stayed just before peak season, and had a lovely time. Everything was as expected. And the host answered our emailed questions before our arrival.We hadn't intended to do any cooking but could not resist using the well equipped kitchen!