Melbourne Guest House

3 Biskey Howe Road, Bowness-on-Windermere, LA23 2JP, United Kingdom – Excellent location - show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location — rated 9.7/10! <small>(score from <b>739</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.1
Scored 9.1
Superb
Rated superb
739 reviews

Brilliant location near restaurant and bars. Breakfast was great

Diana United Kingdom
a dining room with tables and chairs and a window at Melbourne Guest House in Bowness-on-Windermere
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Melbourne Guest House

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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. Other facilities offered include luggage storage. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the picturesque surroundings, including horse riding, cycling and hiking. The property also offers free parking. The guest house is 1.3 miles from Lake Windermere and 300 metres from the World of Beatrix Potter. Kendal is a 20-minute drive away, while Penrith and its railway station can be reached in 45 minutes by car. Blackpool Airport is 62 miles away.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Bowness-on-Windermere, this property has an excellent location score of 9.7

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Buffet

FREE private parking!

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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
1 large double bed
1 double bed
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Property practices

This property has told us they implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.
Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
8.9
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.2
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
9.2
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Diana
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Brilliant location near restaurant and bars. Breakfast was great”
  • Anthony
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Nicely decorated, pleasant friendy owners, lovely breakfast, very comfy bed”
  • Sharon
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Comfy bed Very clean Lovely breakfast Can’t fault it 👍”

Host Information

9.6
9.6
Host review score
Host review score
Perfectly positioned in Bowness we are just a few minutes walk from the World of Beatrix Potter, minutes from Lake Windermere, and surrounded with a superb choice of restaurants, shops and traditional pubs. Try a boat ride on the Lake, visit Ambleside, Beatrix Potter's house HILLTOP nearby, or one of the surrounding villages of Grasmere, Coniston. Bowness-on-Windermere is a popular destination, with the town busy for much of the year. People come to enjoy the nightlife, to explore many walks on the fells, or just to relax and enjoy the atmosphere of the area and the town’s delightful setting. .
Bowness-on-Windermere is a sprawling tourist town on the shore of Windermere, about halfway along the 12 mile length of the lake between Waterhead at the North end, and Lakeside at the South end. It developed after the opening of the railway line from Oxenholme and Kendal to Windermere in 1847. Bowness was the nearest accessible point on the lake.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Melbourne Guest House
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular facilities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bath or shower
  • Private bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linen
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Dressing room
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Bicycle rental
  • Water sport facilities on site
  • Mini golf
  • Tennis court
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/champagne
    Additional charge
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is possible at a location nearby (reservation is not possible).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Luggage storage
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Adult only
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Carpeted
  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

Melbourne Guest House takes special requests - add in the next step!

Check-in

From 14:30 to 19:00

Check-out

Until 10:30

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 21

Groups

When booking more than 2 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash Bankcard Melbourne Guest House accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Melbourne Guest House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimise transmission of the Coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries, during dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

FAQs about Melbourne Guest House

  • Melbourne Guest House offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Tennis court
    • Mini golf
    • Water sport facilities on site
    • Bicycle rental

  • Check-in at Melbourne Guest House is from 14:30, and check-out is until 10:30.

  • The prices at Melbourne Guest House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Melbourne Guest House is 450 yards from the centre of Bowness-on-Windermere. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Guests staying at Melbourne Guest House can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.7).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Buffet

  • Room options at Melbourne Guest House include:

    • Double