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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.

Beautiful property. Easy to find. Close to shops and restaurants. Clean . A lot of effort has gone into this property and it shows. We stayed in room 12. Absolutely beautiful. We are staying here again this weekend.

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9.2
Superb
1,063 reviews
Price from
£98
per night

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.

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.

Clean, tidy, comfy beds, nice amenities, great shower, nice design, space for cloths, very tall bed so you can fit you luggage beneath it (necessary as the room area is small)

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9.1
Superb
1,245 reviews
Price from
£69
per night

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.

This property is absolutely beautiful you can tell a lot of hard work and money has gone in to it

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9.4
Superb
229 reviews
Price from
£131
per night

Bowness Guest House is a room only guest house located in Bowness-on-Windermere. Located around 450 metres from World of Beatrix Potter, the guest house with free WiFi is also 500 metres away from Lake Windermere.

Friendly owners, clean and great location

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9.6
Exceptional
471 reviews
Price from
£90
per night

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.

exceptionally clean and relaxing room.

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9.2
Superb
524 reviews
Price from
£85
per night

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.

The breakfast choices were excellent, tasty and well presented.

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9.5
Exceptional
344 reviews
Price from
£144
per night

Melbourne Guest House is located in Bowness-on-Windermere, 10 minutes' walk from the beautiful lakeside. This property offers charming rooms with free Wi-Fi.

Pretty rooms feature a flat-screen TV, a seating area and tea and coffee-making facilities. Featuring a shower, private bathrooms also come with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Some rooms have a mountain view.

The house was in a really good location as it was a 10 minute walk to the lake side and near to the shops. The Guest House had parking facilities reserved for guests only and you could park on the street outside with no restrictions. The room and communal area was very clean. In the room we had a mini fridge which was a great added extra we weren't expecting! Alongside a kettle, tea/coffee/sugar and a hair dryer. The room had drawers and hanging space for clothes, a dressing table, a good sized TV. The breakfast in the mornings was fantastic. The hosts were very friendly and chatty, which made you feel very comfortable and at home.

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9.1
Superb
739 reviews
Price from
£80
per night

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. Some of the rooms benefit from stunning views of Lake Windermere. All rooms have either en suite or private shower rooms.

Hosts welcoming and friendly, location is great, room comfortable and well equipped - breakfast delicious.

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9.6
Exceptional
487 reviews
Price from
£124
per night

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.

Beautiful property, clean, quiet, comfortable. wonderful location. Great hosts, superb breakfast. A truly great place to stay.

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9.7
Exceptional
716 reviews
Price from
£107.50
per night

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.

Booked trip for my wife & mother in law, they said it was perfect. Very “twee”

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9.6
Exceptional
300 reviews
Price from
£65
per night

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  • The Westbourne
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,245 reviews

    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.

    It was very close to town and the lake and was lovely and comfortable.

  • Beechwood
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 344 reviews

    Beechwood is located in Bowness-on-Windermere. This period property offers free parking and free WiFi in all areas.

    Lovely cooked breakfast,everything fresh and tasty.

  • Melbourne Guest House
    9.1
    Scored 9.1
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 739 reviews

    Melbourne Guest House is located in Bowness-on-Windermere, 10 minutes' walk from the beautiful lakeside. This property offers charming rooms with free Wi-Fi.

    Excellent location, breakfast and room above my expectations

  • New Hall Bank
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 487 reviews

    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.

    Great location, great hosts, clean, parking and lovely breakfast

  • Oakfold House
    9.7
    Scored 9.7
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 716 reviews

    In Bowness village, a 10-minute walk from Lake Windermere, this award-winning Victorian guest house still retains many of its original features.

    Great shower. Clean bedroom. Robyn was very friendly.

  • Puddle Duck Lodge – Adults Only
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 300 reviews

    In Bowness-on-Windermere, Puddle Duck Lodge offers free parking for 1 car per room and is 30 minutes’ drive from the M6.

    Quirky, characterful and cosy! We like everything!

  • Bowness Bay Suites
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 362 reviews

    Situated in the heart of the village of Bowness-on-Windermere, this adult only guesthouse overlooks Lake Windermere. The ferry terminal and the marina are 3 minutes' walk away.

    It was absolutely stunning, so warm and welcoming.

  • Holly Cottages
    9.0
    Scored 9.0
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 553 reviews

    Holly Cottage is a well-established guest house and family home in the centre of Bowness-on-Windermere within the conservation area of the oldest part of the village.

    Lovely place lady that greeted us was very friendly and nice

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  • Lingwood Lodge
    Budget options available
    9.3
    Scored 9.3
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 725 reviews

    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.

    It was near all amenities and Karol and Nigel were lovely

  • Hazeldene Guest House
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 267 reviews

    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.

    Lovely clean guest house, lovely owners. Central location

  • Lowghyll suite
    Budget options available
    10.0
    Scored 10.0
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 5 reviews

    Offering mountain views, Lowghyll suite is an accommodation set in Bowness-on-Windermere, 39 km from Derwentwater and 43 km from Askham Hall.

    Very clean, professional owners and walking distance into town.

  • Dome House
    Budget options available
    9.5
    Scored 9.5
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 60 reviews

    Dome House in Bowness-on-Windermere provides adults-only accommodation with an indoor pool, a garden and a bar.

    Beautiful house with stunning views and excellent location.

  • Latimer House
    Budget options available
    8.5
    Scored 8.5
    Very good
    Rated very good
     · 1,048 reviews

    Set in the village of Bowness, Latimer House Guest House offers 4-star accommodation with views of its surrounding gardens and of the village.

    Brilliant location, lovely hosts and spotlessly clean.

  • Elim House - Adults Only
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 688 reviews

    Offering a sun terrace, Elim House is located in Bowness-on-Windermere in the Cumbria Region, 300 metres from World of Beatrix Potter. Some rooms feature a seating area to relax in after a busy day.

    Great owners, bonus of parking, fabulous location.

  • Monties Guest House - Adults ONLY
    8.7
    Scored 8.7
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 309 reviews

    This B&B is just 5 minutes’ walk from Lake Windermere and 2 minutes from the World of Beatrix Potter Attraction. There is free Wi-Fi for guests..

    Good location Good breakfast and staff were great

  • Virginia Cottage Guest House
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 507 reviews

    Parking: Virginia cottage does not have any onsite parking but public parking is available nearby. Pets welcome in all rooms. Please state if you are bringing a pet when booking.

    Great location Shower top of range Good breakfast

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  • Bowness Guest House
    9.6
    Scored 9.6
    Exceptional
    Rated exceptional
     · 471 reviews

    Bowness Guest House is a room only guest house located in Bowness-on-Windermere.

    Separate entrance.. parking right outside the room

  • Craig Walk Suite
    9.4
    Scored 9.4
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 229 reviews

    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.

    Beautifully decorated with high end fittings and finish

  • The White House
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 1,063 reviews

    Located in Bowness-on-Windermere in the Cumbria region, The White House is a 5-star property featuring free WiFi.

    Done up to a really high spec and was very comfortable

  • Fellview Guest House
    9.2
    Scored 9.2
    Superb
    Rated superb
     · 524 reviews

    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.

    +Located on a silent street. +Hosts were friendly.

  • The Penthouse Bowness Luxury Loft Jacuzzi Bath & Complimentary Lakeview Spa Membership
    8.9
    Scored 8.9
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 34 reviews

    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.

    comfortable room , great location and lovely hosts

  • The Garden Room
    8.8
    Scored 8.8
    Fabulous
    Rated fabulous
     · 69 reviews

    Set in Bowness-on-Windermere, The Garden Room is 500 metres from World of Beatrix Potter and provides various facilities, such as a garden and a terrace.

    Room was fantastic location excellent very peaceful

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