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May Cottage is located close to the centre of Bowness-on-Windermere making it the perfect base to explore all the Southern Lakes. Just one road from the edge of Lake Windermere, an easy stroll to the boat rides, quaint shops and a variety of Bistros, Restaurants and Wine & Tapas Bars. The climatic end to the famous Dalesway Walk – Wonderful, never ending, breathtaking scenic walks and drives. Leisure facilities offer relaxing sauna, steam, jacuzzi, swim & gym areas, with snooker, café & bar with Sky T.V. lounge section.

Here is just a small sample of the excellent reviews May Cottage B&B Lake Windermere have received on TripAdvisor:

“Great B&B accomodation close to the centre of Bowness”
5 of 5 stars
Date of review: 4 Apr 2011

Most pleasant welcome received from Sue – the accomodation was ideal for our three night stay – with a very comfortable bed room and fine ensuite. The excellent full English breakfast ,accompanied by Sue’s little talk on the locality and its history, set us up for the day’s walking . The B&B is just a few minutes walk to the centre of Bowness and the pubs and restaurants.
For Rugby League fans, a must is a chat with Len Casey , Sue’s husband and breakfast chef, who can relate anecdotes about his playing career for Great Britain ( some as captain) and England and both Hull clubs.

“A gem of a B&B”

Date of review: 1 Apr 2011
Our first trip to the lakes and first visit to a B&B. We recently married and decided to stay away for a couple of nights.

Sue and Len are great value, warm and welcoming. Place is a gem, you ll be lucky to get availability as the repeat business is a sign of how popular this place is.

Would love to stay again!
“SIMPLY THE BEST”
5 of 5 stars
1 more review of May Cottage by Sallyberisford:

Date of review: 23 Mar 2011

We returned to May Cottage, & yet again received a warm, friendly welcome. Sue goes out of her way to make you feel at ease & welcome. She has stories to tell you & her knowledge of the area is outstanding. She has a brillant sense of humour, ALL the rooms are lovely & clean.
If you stay here it is only a very short walk into Bowness & all the shops, pubs etc.
I mustn’t forget Len, who doe’s a wonderful breakfast each morning, Len to is a chirpy chappy.
Throughly recommed you to stay here.
We felt like part of Sue & Lens extended family. Will definately return.
THANKS BOTH

Cuckoo Brow is a quiet little hotel nestled in the village of Far Sawrey near Ambleside and only a short walk to the famous National Trust home of Beatrix Potter – Hill Top Farm. This Lake District Inn offers good, clean accommodation with hearty bar food served in its cosy Claife Crier bar. Popular with walkers, cyclists and the weekend traveler alike, you will find a warm welcome att Cuckoo Brow. Their doors are open to families and to those wishing to bring their pet away to the Lake District.

When it comes to either Lake District Bed and Breakfast accommodation the Cuckoo Brow should be your first choice.

Stay at the comfortable Braemount House - Windermere Bed and Breakfast & enjoy 3 days of Iyengar yoga classes in a stunning National Trust woodland studio above Lake Windermere.
Next course : Wednesday 24th - Friday 26th November, 2010 - £195

Price includes;

* 2 nights bed and breakfast at Braemount House, Windermere
* 4 Iyengar yoga sessions (6 hrs)
* Mats & equipment provided
* Transport to yoga studio in stunning woodland location

The English Romantic poet, William Wordsworth, was inspired by the epic grandeur of the Lake District landscape.
So what better location for yoga?

The schedule

Wednesday 24th November;
Check in from 2pm
3:30pm - Introduction over tea and coffee with teacher Gaynor Wilson
5-6.30pm - Evening yoga at the National Trust Footprint building, St Catherin’s Woods, Winderemere
The evening is yours. We can recommend a number of fantastic local eateries & will book tables if desired.

Thursday 25th November;
From 6.30am - Light breakfast available - juice/fruit/yogurts
7.30-9am - Sunrise yoga at the Footprint
9.15 - 10am - Generous hearty breakfast to set you up for the day.

After breakfast, your time is your own to explore the delights of the Lake District, on foot, bike or car. If you fancy something action packed, we can arrange abseiling, canoeing, sailing, gorge jumping, orienteering, or rock climbing. Or how about a guided walk taking in some of the best views the Lakes has to offer.
Alternatively, we can arrange a massage in your room, or an afternoon at a local spa.
Just let us know what you fancy and with prior notice, we’ll be glad to oblige.

5-7.30pm - Evening yoga at the Footprint

Friday 26th November;
From 6.30am - Light breakfast available - juice/fruit/yogurts
7.30-9am - Yoga at the Footprint
9.15 - 10am - Generous hearty breakfast
11am - Final farewells & check out.

The teacher
Over 3 days we hope to inspire you with morning and evening yoga sessions led by experienced Iyengar teacher (Junior Intermediate, Level 2) Gaynor Wilson.

Gaynor, a teacher at the highly acclaimed Manchester Iyengar Institute, studied under Jeanne Maslen (an early pioneer of Iyengar in the UK) and Institute teachers Marion Kilburn & Julie Brown.

Gaynor also currently teaches regular classes at the BBC & ITV/Granada Studios in Manchester.

Gaynor’s passion for yoga runs deep. A mother of two, she practiced yoga throughout her pregnancies and was still standing on her head just 2 weeks before giving birth!

Iyengar yoga
The course is suitable for all levels from beginners upwards and indeed the combination of basic level and more advanced students benefits all levels alike.

Iyengar yoga, focuses on the structural alignment of the body through the development of over 200 postures or asanas that aim to unite the body, mind and spirit for health and well-being. Focusing particularly on correct body alignment, Iyengar allows the body to develop harmoniously in an anatomically correct way to ensure the student suffers no injury or pain when practising. Iyengar emphasizes the development of strength, stamina, flexibility and balance, as well as concentration, can help eliminate aches and pains and can dramatically improve posture.

For more information on Iyengar, check out;
http://www.mdiiy.org.uk/
http://www.iyengaryoga.org.uk/

The studio
We’ve searched high and low to find you the perfect location for your yoga. And we believe we’ve found it……

Nestling amongst the trees of St Catherine’s Woods, high above Windermere, sits the Footprint. This beautiful and inspirational space built of plastered straw bales, is the first of its kind built by the National Trust.

Heated by a log burning stove, with floor to ceiling windows, the yoga space overlooks the tranquil woodland. The only sounds you’ll hear are those from the nearby babbling brook and the gentle birdsong.

http://www.strawfootprint.org/

The accommodation
All our rooms are en suite doubles, with one twin and a 2 room suite with sofa bed.
The Lake District Yoga Breaks price is based on single occupancy rates. However, if you’re happy to share, we can accommodate you in our twin room or suite at a reduced rate.

Please call Emma Hawley or e-mail enquiries@Braemount-House.co.uk for further details.