About this property

Historic Setting: The Rockefeller Apartments in Bowness-on-Windermere are housed in a historic building, offering a unique and charming environment. Modern Amenities: Guests enjoy free WiFi, full-day security, and streaming services. Each apartment includes a private bathroom, kitchen, iPad, work desk, and dining area. Local Attractions: The World of Beatrix Potter is a 2-minute walk away, while Derwentwater Lake lies 24 mi from the property. Other nearby attractions include Kendal Castle (9.9 mi) and Muncaster Castle (26 mi). Activities: Visitors can enjoy hiking, boating, and exploring the surrounding area. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 73 mi away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Bowness-on-Windermere, this property has an excellent location score of 9.7!


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Tony
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The bank managers office had some nice little touches to make it feel different to a standard apartment, having access to the local spa was also an additional benefit for a rainy day. The bed was very comfortable and the whole apartment was very...
Mike
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Chris was a phone call away as didn't know which apartment we were in! Nothing was a problem, very helpful and perfect location right in the middle of things, Decor was amazing, very trendy!
John
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Pre stay information was very detailed and helpful, it was also interesting to know the history behind the apartments . Access onto the apartment is easy to follow even though the stairs and hallway etc are quite dark . The apartments themselves...
Shane
Sri Lanka Sri Lanka
The apartment was in a very central location close to many cafes, shops and restaurants. The apartment was nicely decorated and very comfortable. Very chic and trendy. Overall comfortable.
Chris
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Great stay, very cosy after walking days out on a wild stormy weekend. Perfect location , near everything you could need.
Daniel
United Kingdom United Kingdom
High spec furniture and avery comfortable beds The rooms were large and with high ceilings. Great communication from the host. Both bedrooms had a private shower and toilet.
Lynsey
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Stayed at Rockerfeller with my husband and our friend when we were at Lake Windermere for a wedding. Great 2 bed apartment, with everything we needed. It had good sized bedrooms, each with their own bathroom. Very spacious and fun decor. The...
Graham
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Great location Modern and clean with lovely decor Perfect for 2 couples with the 2 en suites and large living area to socialise Great communication in regards to instructions and how to enter the property
Anthony
United Kingdom United Kingdom
This apartment is in a perfect location and is spacious and perfect for our family stay! We would most definitely return. The bathrooms and showers were lovely and the beds very comfortable.
Jill
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The location was absolutely fantastic. The beds were very comfortable and showers were great. We loved the quirky gold ingots and champagne door stopoer and all the great picures.

Managed by Lakes Luxury Club

Company review score: 9.1Based on 747 reviews from 2 properties
2 managed properties

Company info

Owners and operators of interesting quirky holiday let accommodation in the lake district. Supplier of fine food and wine in the heart of Bowness. “Hospitality is not to change people, but to offer them space where change can take place. We do that with unparalleled location and buildings with character.” CEO

Property info

Set within a beautifully restored former bank, The Rockefeller offers exclusive boutique apartments in the heart of Windermere. Instead of standard rooms or suites, guests enjoy full private apartments designed for comfort, style, and complete discretion. As the only boutique aparthotel in the Lake District located in a historic bank building, The Rockefeller delivers a stay that is both luxurious and truly unique. The property features striking architectural details, including elegant sandstone mullions and impressive limestone stonework, creating a memorable setting from the moment you arrive. Each apartment offers a glamorous, relaxing space — perfect for guests seeking privacy, character, and a premium boutique experience in one of Windermere’s most distinctive buildings.

Neighborhood info

The linked towns of Windermere and Bowness are at the very heart of the Lake District, with beautiful Lake Windermere, England’s longest lake, right on their doorstep and breathtaking scenery wherever you look. Windermere grew around the railway station, about a mile and a half from the lake, and Bowness is Cumbria’s most popular destination, boasting a cosmopolitan mix of shops and restaurants, and a large choice of accommodation to suit all pockets. The countryside around Windermere and Bowness, including the Lyth and Bowness-in-Windermere PierWinster valleys, is rich in gourmet pubs and country house hotels offering fine dining second-to-none. There are things to do in and around Windermere and Bowness whatever the season. Come to explore Lake Windermere, host of the Great North Swim, for sailing and watersports, or just to relax and enjoy the atmosphere of the area. You can take a lake cruise all year round. Ghyll scrambling, rock climbing and paragliding are all close at hand. You can walk along the lakeside and enjoy panoramic views of the lake and mountains from several viewpoints.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of The Rockefeller Apartments

Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular amenities

  • Parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms

House rules

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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Damage policy
If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to £50 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 2 are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment for this stay on behalf of the property, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM.
Pets
Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.

If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to £50 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.

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