Windermere Lake Cruises - Boats sail from the Bowness piers throughout the year, offering a variety of trips including full or half lake cruises, an islands cruise, a cruise to Lakeside and its steam railway, and combined cruise and walk options. The piers are about 250 metres from Virginia Cottage.

Dove Cottage and the Wordsworth Museum - Dove Cottage was William Wordsworth’s home from 1799 to 1808 during his most prolific years as a poet. It is located 5 miles north of Bowness on the edge of Grasmere.

Blackwell House - Located 1.5 miles south of Bowness, Blackwell is one of England’s finest houses from the turn of the last century, being an important example of Arts and Crafts architecture designed by M H Baillie Scott.

Holker Hall and Gardens - Owned by Lord and Lady Cavendish, Holker Hall is a stately home containing many treasures, including a magnificent library of over three thousand books and a hand carved cantilever staircase. The award winning gardens cover acres of parkland, with a herd of fallow deer. The house is located about 1½ miles from Cartmel, some 15 miles from Bowness.

Beatrix Potter Attraction - Located only 300 metres from Virginia Cottage, it is the only official Peter Rabbit attraction in the UK. Recently refurbished, all 23 tales are brought to life, from Mr McGregor’s garden to the woodland glade. A new multi-screen presentation guides you through the pioneering life of Beatrix Potter.

In addition there are many other attractions within easy walking distance or a short drive and there is an excellent bus service throughout the Lake District…

Kendal Road, Bowness on Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3EJ
Phone: (015394) 44891 E-Mail: Virginia Cottage