The Best Bed & Breakfasts in Bowness-on-Windermere
Travel Guide | March 2024
A list by Anna Pinto & Erik Bennett. Updated March 2024.
We have created a list with the best bed & breakfasts in Bowness-on-Windermere, UK. We have also included accommodation in guest houses, villas, historic buildings and inns. Hope you enjoy it. We think it might be the best of its kind around. Tip: Set your dates to see room prices!
Bed and Breakfast.Beach front location. Elegant. Dating from the 1860s, May Cottage B&B is a quaint Lakeland Cottage that offers 6-foot wide king-size beds in all rooms,free WiFi, free parking and complimentary use of leisure facilities and a pool at a nearby hotel. It is located just 2 minutes' walk from Lake Windermere, local shops, cafes and restaurants. A traditional cooked breakfast and light continental breakfast are included. The three rooms each have their own individual charm and character. Some rooms feature ornate fireplaces, large Victorian windows, a seating area or a coffee table. All rooms have a king-size bed, free WiFi, a TV and tea and coffee-making facilities. You can make use of a bicycle storage and dry room. May Cottage is less than 5 minutes’ walk from Lake Windemere and 1.5 miles from Windermere Rail Station. Information on nearby walking routes, activities and tours can also be provided and flexible check-in and check-out can be arranged.Show full description
A lovely guest house in a fantastic location for exploring anywhere in the lake district! The rooms are spacious and nicely decorated, and delicious breakfasts have outstanding choices.
Guest House.Central. Popular among groups of friends. Beechwood is located in Bowness-on-Windermere. This period property offers free parking and free WiFi in all areas. Rooms here will provide you with a flat-screen TV with tea/coffee making facilities. Featuring a shower, the bathrooms also come with a hairdryer and free toiletries. You can enjoy a garden view from all the rooms and some rooms have a sofa in the room. At Beechwood you will find a garden. Other facilities offered include a shared lounge, bicycle storage and drying facilities for walking equipment. The property has some original features remaining, including a stained glass window, which was designed by Scott Baillie. The guest house is a 10-minute walk from Lake Windermere and several shops, restaurants and bars. The World of Beatrix Potter is a 5-minute walk away and Windermere Railway Station is 1 mile away.Show full description
This lovely B&B is the perfect place to stay to explore the lakes. The rooms are airy and sunny, with en-suite bathrooms, mini sofas, and several wardrobes with country decor. WOW!
Guest House.Beach front location. Hip. Dome House in Bowness-on-Windermere provides adults-only accommodation with an indoor pool, a garden and a bar. Boasting full-day security, this property also provides guests with an outdoor fireplace. A selection of options including fruits, juice and cheese is available for breakfast, and breakfast in the room is also available. There is a sun terrace and guests can make use of free WiFi and free private parking. The guest house offers a seating area with a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with bathrobes, slippers and bath. A balcony with an outdoor dining area and lake views is offered in each unit. At the guest house, units include bed linen and towels. Guests at the guest house will be able to enjoy activities in and around Bowness-on-Windermere, like cycling and hiking. The guest house has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. World of Beatrix Potter is 600 metres from Dome House, while Derwentwater is 38 km from the property. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 117 km from the accommodation.Show full description
I would describe this as the most cosy, lively and luxurious bed and breakfast in Bowness-on-Windermere. It also has OUTSTANDING VIEWS. WOW!
Guest House.Great value. Popular among groups of friends. Fellview Guest House is situated in Bowness-on-Windermere. The property is located 600 metres from World of Beatrix Potter and 1.5 km from Lake Windermere. Free WiFi is available. At the guest house, each room has a wardrobe and a TV.Show full description
This guest house has great affordability. And it is the most popular bed and breakfast in Bowness-on-Windermere, for people travelling with friends.
Bed and Breakfast.Charming. Friendly staff. This award-winning family-run B&B is set opposite Lake Windermere in a 19th-century property which was the former gatehouse to Storrs Hall. The restored Storrs Gate House offers sumptuous bedrooms with free Wi-Fi, hearty breakfasts, and free, ample parking. Local and home-made produce are a feature of our traditional and varied English Breakfast menu. Free-range eggs from Bannerigg Farm in Windermere, hand-made large Cumberland sausage and AA grade bacon are supplied by the award winning local butchers Plumgarths. Our lovely Vegetarian, Vegan and gluten free options are also catered for with pleasure. Enjoy our home-made produce which include jam, marmalade, yoghurt and home-baked fruit muffins. The bedrooms are decorated with rich fabrics and colours. All rooms have a minibar and a hairdryer, and bathrooms feature power showers and The White Company toiletries. Storrs Gate is less than a mile from Bowness-on-Windermere, with a stunning lake close by. There is a lot to do in the Lake District, including fishing, walking and cycling. Far Sawrey - Bowness on Windermere ferry Nab is a 5-minutes walk away, where guests can explore the western side of Windermere and Wray Castle is 3-miles away.Show full description
Bed and Breakfast.Historic. Friendly staff. Victorian era property set in Bowness-on-Windermere, a 10 minute walk from the edge of Lake Windermere. Each room has an ensuite bathroom, free WIFI, a TV and drink making facilities. Free, self-service continental breakfast including a selection of cereals and porridges, toast, croissants, yogurts, fresh fruit, hot drinks and fruit juices. Free onsite parking, one car parking space per room.Show full description
This is a popular bed and breakfast among FAMILIES travelling to Bowness-on-Windermere.
Bed and Breakfast.Lively. Great value. In Bowness-on-Windermere, this traditional Lakeland cottage offers rooms with TVs, tea/coffee facilities and hairdryers. Full of character, most rooms at The Bay House Lake View Guest House - Adults Only feature lakeside views. The friendly Lake View Guest House - Adults Only provides a generous full English breakfast, made with fresh, local produce. In the heart of the Lake District, many shops, pubs and restaurants are within a 2-minute walk, along with Bowness Pier, where lake cruises are available. The Bay House Lake View Guest House - Adults Only has beautiful original features and stunning views of Lake Windermere.Show full description
Guest House.Very central. Great location. Nestled in the Lake District National Park, with views overlooking Lake Windermere, New Hall Bank offers bed and breakfast accommodation, free Wi-Fi in public areas and free private parking on site. All the rooms at New Hall Bank feature a flat-screen TV and tea/coffee making facilities. A hearty full English breakfast is served every morning, along with a choice of cereals, fruits, preserves, toasts and hot beverages. Some of the rooms benefit from stunning views of Lake Windermere. All rooms have either en suite or private shower rooms. A vegetarian option can also be arranged upon request. Windermere Rail Station is only 6 minutes’ drive away. Windermere Golf Course is just over 2 miles from the property. Bownes on Windermere Ferry Terminal is located 4 minutes’ walk away.Show full description
Guest House. Hazeldene Guest House is ideally located in the heart of Bowness-on-Windermere and offers free private parking. The accommodation is just 10 minutes’ walk from the shores of Lake Windermere. Hazeldene Guest House is a period building with traditional charm, and offers a full English breakfast menu or vegetarian option in the breakfast room. Access to all areas of the guest house is via steps/stairs. The property offers 5 en suite rooms. All rooms feature a flat-screen TV with Freeview, complimentary toiletries and hospitality trays. A choice of tea or coffee as well as a selection of cereals, fruit and yoghurt are also available. Guests can enjoy guided tours, museums, historic houses, The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction, hiking and water sports in the vicinity. Guests can also board steamers at Lake Windermere to take a trip around the lake. Hazeldene Guest House is close to a vast selection of shops, restaurants, cafes, pubs and a cinema. Windermere Rail Station and town centre are just over a mile away.Show full description
Guest House.Beach front location. The Westbourne is a beautiful guest house set in the peaceful area below Biskey Howe in the Lake District. Bedrooms feature walk-in-shower rooms, luxurious toiletries and large fluffy towels. The Westbourne serves traditional English breakfast. High ceilings in this traditional stone-built house give rooms a light, spacious feel. Beds are adorned in Egyptian cotton linen and there are also TVs and free Wi-Fi in rooms. Guests can also relax in the conservatory or comfortable lounge with real log fire. Boat trips on Lake Windermere, which is just 1 mile away, offer uninterrupted views of the stunning mountains, bays and woodlands. Bowness-On-Windermere's quaint shops and restaurants are just a short walk from The Westbourne. Free parking is available.Show full description
A great place to stay with plenty of amenities and delicious breakfasts. The rooms have comfortable beds, and the bathrooms are a good size.
Bed and Breakfast.Close to beach front. Relaxing atmosphere. Set 1.1 km from World of Beatrix Potter, Stockghyll Cottage offers 4-star accommodation in Bowness-on-Windermere and has a private beach area. This beachfront property offers access to free WiFi and free private parking. At the bed and breakfast, units are fitted with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Derwentwater is 37 km from the bed and breakfast, while Askham Hall is 41 km from the property. Guests can enjoy garden views. Additional in-room amenities include chocolates or cookies. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 118 km from Stockghyll Cottage.Show full description
Boutique hotel.Highly elegant. Friendly staff. Overlooking Lake Windermere, Lindeth Fell offers impressive views and free parking, just 5 minutes from Windermere Ferry Crossing. It offers colourful flower gardens, elegant rooms and tea and scones on arrival. An award-winning, luxury bed and breakfast, Lindeth Fell Country House is set in an elegant Edwardian house with high ceilings and period features. An extensive breakfast menu is served in the bright dining room overlooking 7 acres of beautiful gardens and the stunning Coniston mountain range. It offers spacious, individually decorated rooms with Egyptian cotton sheets, an airy en suite bathroom, flat-screen TV and tea and coffee facilities. Many offer lake views. There is a large range of cold platters and snacks available to order. You can also relax in a cosy lounge with log fires and a fully licensed residents bar. Lindeth Fell Country House is just a mile south of Bowness-on-Windermere, which is home to shops, restaurants and cafés. Windermere Golf Club is just 20 minutes’ walk away, and Windermere Railway Station can be reached in 10 minutes.Show full description
One of the most HISTORIC boutique hotels in Bowness-on-Windermere. It also has amazing staff and beautiful surroundings.
Guest House.Super central. Great location. Located in Bowness-on-Windermere in the Cumbria region, The White House is a 5-star property featuring free WiFi. The property features inner courtyard views and is 300 metres from World of Beatrix Potter and 38 km from Derwentwater. Askham Hall is 42 km from the guest house and Trough of Bowland is 49 km away. The guest house offers a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with a hair dryer, free toiletries and walk-in shower. All units are fitted with a kettle, while selected rooms have a patio and others also offer garden views. At the guest house, all units come with bed linen and towels. Muncaster Castle is 49 km from the guest house, while Kendal Castle is 17 km away. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 117 km from The White House.Show full description
A charming hotel conveniently located, with a keypad entry system for easy access. The rooms are newly renovated, decorated to a high standard, and include amenities like a Nespresso machine and a copper bathtub.
Guest House.Historic. Comfortable beds. In Bowness village, a 10-minute walk from Lake Windermere, this award-winning Victorian guest house still retains many of its original features. It offers free off-road parking, free Wi-Fi, and peaceful private gardens. A full English breakfast is provided each morning(where included in your rate plan), with local bacon and a breakfast sausage. Rooms at Oakfold House are elegant in style, and some have traditional fireplaces. Each has an en-suite bathroom, flat-screen TV, and a drinks tray for tea, coffee and biscuits. The meat is sourced from local butchers, located in Windermere. Lighter options are also available, including cereals, fruit and yoghurt. The World of Beatrix Potter is a 10-minute walk from the front door of Oakfold House. The surrounding Lake District National Park offers a range of picturesque walks.Show full description
A charming Victorian guest house is located at the village's top. It has little touches that went above and beyond, such as the hot chocolate option in the tea caddy, wine glasses in the rooms, and even a bubble bath!
Bed and Breakfast.Relaxing atmosphere. Great value. Situated in Bowness-on-Windermere and only 500 metres from World of Beatrix Potter, Fairfield House and Gardens features accommodation with lake views, free WiFi and free private parking. This recently renovated bed and breakfast is located 38 km from Derwentwater and 42 km from Askham Hall. Kendal Castle is 17 km away and Cat Bells is 44 km from the bed and breakfast. At the bed and breakfast, each unit includes a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. The bed and breakfast provides some units with garden views, and units are fitted with a kettle. Additional in-room amenities include chocolates or cookies. Guests can also relax in the garden. Trough of Bowland is 49 km from the bed and breakfast, while Muncaster Castle is 50 km from the property. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 117 km from Fairfield House and Gardens.Show full description
I think this is the most RELAXING bed and breakfast in Bowness-on-Windermere.
Guest House.Delightful property. Cosy rooms. In Bowness-on-Windermere, Puddle Duck Lodge offers free parking for 1 car per room and is 30 minutes’ drive from the M6. The shores of Lake Windermere are just a 10-minute walk away and the property is just a mile from Windermere Railway and Coach Station. A complimentary breakfast hamper, items chosen by you from a broad menu, will be delivered to your room where there is a dining table to start the day in private and relaxed comfort. The bright and airy bedrooms have all the facilities you will need and more. They also have wonderful views of our award winning cottage garden. Popular local activities include boat trips and water sports on Lake Windermere, as well as walking and cycling in the Lake District National Park. There are many gardens, heritage properties and places of historical interest to enjoy. Also there is the fantastic open top bus! The town of Bowness has many attractions: independent shops, boutiques, The World of Beatrix Potter, a fantastic period cinema, the Old Laundry theatre, varied restaurants, cafés and pubs, all just a two minute walk away from Puddle Duck Lodge. Although we welcome pets please contact us first in order to avoid disappointment. Also be aware that pet stay charges apply.Show full description
In my judgement this could be one of the most CHARMING guest houses in Bowness-on-Windermere. It also has very cosy rooms.
Guest House. Craig Walk Suite is set in Bowness-on-Windermere, 38 km from Derwentwater, 43 km from Askham Hall, as well as 50 km from Trough of Bowland. The property is around 50 km from Muncaster Castle, 16 km from Kendal Castle and 44 km from Cat Bells. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and World of Beatrix Potter is 400 metres away. The accommodation is non-smoking. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 117 km from the guest house.Show full description
Guest House. Situated in Bowness-on-Windermere, The Penthouse Bowness Luxury Loft Jacuzzi Bath & Complimentary Lakeview Spa Membership features accommodation with a pool with a view, a patio and mountain views. The guest house provides a spa experience, with its hot spring bath, hot tub and spa facilities. Featuring free WiFi throughout the property, the allergy-free guest house has a sauna. The spacious guest house features a satellite flat-screen TV. Towels and bed linen are available in the guest house. This guest house is non-smoking and soundproof. The guest house also offers an indoor pool and a steam room for guests to relax in. The Penthouse Bowness Luxury Loft Jacuzzi Bath & Complimentary Lakeview Spa Membership features an outdoor fireplace and a picnic area. World of Beatrix Potter is 500 metres from the accommodation, while Derwentwater is 38 km from the property. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 117 km from The Penthouse Bowness Luxury Loft Jacuzzi Bath & Complimentary Lakeview Spa Membership.Show full description
Guest House.Superb breakfast. Popular among families. Lingwood Lodge is peacefully situated in its own grounds, just 400 metres from Lake Windermere and the village of Bowness. The guest house features en suite rooms with free Wi-Fi. Lingwood Lodge serves a continental breakfast served to your room enabling you to eat breakfast at a time to suit you. The spacious rooms boast king-size double beds, a TV with a DVD/CD player, and a well stocked hospitality tray. The en suite shower room offers free toiletries. Most rooms feature countryside views over Claife Heights. We have provided a fridge and nespresso coffee machine for your convenience. The Steamer pier is just 5 minutes' walk away and offers boat trips on Windermere Lake. The village of Bowness offers numerous restaurants, shops, pubs, and attractions. Lingwood Lodge is ideally situated for outdoor pursuits, such as fishing and sailing. Further activities include climbing to the top of Brantfell, just behind the house, for a breathtaking view of the lake. Windermere Golf Club is just 1 mile away. The lodge offers ample free parking and a garage for bikes.Show full description
Inn / Guest House.Popular among couples. This hotel is situated in the centre of the village of Bowness-on-Windermere, just 2 minutes’ walk from the World of Beatrix Potter Attraction. Wi-Fi is free in public areas. Rooms at Churchills Inn & Rooms are clean and functional, with private bathrooms and facilities for making tea and coffee. Some also offer picturesque views A choice of restaurants are less than 5 minutes away on foot. The nearby town dates back to the Middle Ages, with picturesque old lanes to walk along. Parking is available in 3 car parks within a minute’s walk from the building, and Windermere Rail Station is a mile away.Show full description
This is a popular guest house among couples travelling to Bowness-on-Windermere.
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