Guest Houses in the Lake District

The fabulous Lonsdale House, Bowness on Windermere is an ideal base for your Lake District break. Originally built in 1851 as a private gentlemen's residence, it was sympathetically transformed into a guesthouse in 1851. Acquired by current owners in the winter of 2003, it underwent a stunning £1.4 million refurbishmentAccommodation is lavish yet cosy ensuring a comfortable and memorable stay. The standard of lodging and service is undoubtedly the finest in the Lake District.Bowness on Windermere is a picturesque little town perched on the banks of Lake Winderemere. Boasting an abundance of restaurants, shops and attractions it makes for an idyllic retreat. Whether you are looking for a relaxing break taking long strolls by the beach or something slightly more invigorating – a round of golf perchance – you will certainly find something to delight you here!

Award winning AA top 50, strictly non-smoking, Luxury b&b with restaurant,just 2 minutes walk from Windermere, 11 stunning rooms and suites, some with Jacuzzi baths and body jet massage showers & 4 poster beds, there are two suites in the hotel, one with its own patio & the bathrooms are out of this world! Great freshly prepared food for breakfast & dinner plus a cosy lounge bar the Howbeck is simply outstanding in every way.. Please note: during bank holidays we have a min 3 night stay policy, our cancellation policy is as follows, cancellation within 14 days loss of deposit ( £50 on hotel bookings ) this equates to £25 per person payable in advance by credit card, cancellation within 48 hours of day of arrival will result in total cost of stay being charged.

Traditional Lakeland Guest House only a few minutes walk from Windermere village and railway station. ALL ROOMS NON-SMOKING. Ten minutes walk to Lake Windermere through pretty, county lane. Pleasant, twenty minute walk to viewpoint looking over the lake and mountains. Serving typical English breakfast plus cereals, fruit, yoghurt and vegetarian sausage. Various restaurants and shops close by. Ample private parking. Check out is 10.30am. Sorry, only children over 10 years old accepted and the full adult rate will be charged. Please note that there are two small dogs on the premises.

Glenville House is a four star guest house property situated just off Church Street (A591). Ideally located just a short walk from both the centre of Windermere and Bowness at the heart of the English Lake District. This traditionally built Lakeland-stone house sits in its own gardens; the atmosphere is relaxed and tranquil. Upon entry guests will be immediately aware that Glenville still holds a lot of its original character. All 6 bedrooms are of a comfortable size. Consisting of 4 Classic Doubles and 2 Superior Double rooms, which have been refurbished in early 2007. Classic rooms have King sized beds. Superior rooms are even larger and have a bath and shower in the en-suite, one of these rooms is located on the ground floor overlooking the front garden and the other has a Super King sized bed. All rooms have en-suite facilities with luxury toiletries and bathrobes provided. Widescreen flat TV with Freeview, CD clock/radio and an enhanced welcome tray, which is replenished daily. At the Glenville staff believe it is important to start the day right, and the delicious freshly cooked Traditional Cumbrian Breakfast, with many locally produced ingredients takes some beating, vegetarians and special diets are catered for if guests inform the hotel of their requirements upon making their booking. With over 70 restaurants and eating houses within a 10-minute walk of Glenville House, guests will be spoilt for choice for dinner each evening. Windermere is the central location for tourism in the Lake District and Glenville House is ideally situated a couple of minutes walk from the main village, with its excellent shops, fine restaurants and bistros. From the doorstep there are many walks without the need to use a car. An easy walk down into Bowness and there is the home to the world of Beatrix Potter. Walk throughout Bowness to the lakeshore where you will find the pier that takes the lake cruises from Bowness to Ambleside, or Lakeside where you can enjoy the Aquarium of the lake or journey a little further on one of the steam trains on the Haverthwaite and lakeside railway. There are many things to do to suit all tastes within easy reach either by car or on one of the many trips organised in the area guests are truly spoilt for choice. Glenville House are delighted to recommend visitor attractions, and are sure a visit to any one of them will make your stay more enjoyable. For the more adventurous and athletic information can be provided on both guided or unguided walks once guests arrive.PLEASE NOTE CHILDREN ARE NOT PERMITTED TO STAY AT THE HOTEL.

A warm welcome awaits......... Melrose is an elegant, traditional, Victorian property built with Lakeland stone and located centrally in the heart of Ambleside. In the summer months you will see the property adorned with flowers. This year Melrose won the prestigious award of the best guesthouse in the 'Cumbria in Bloom' competition. Melrose boasts 8 letting rooms of varying sizes to allow flexibility for guests. The rooms are all spacious and decorated to a very high standard. Refreshment trays are provided in all rooms as well as complimentary toiletries. The owners will ensure that you are well looked after to assure you have a truly relaxing break. The guesthouse is ideally located for walkers, cyclists and tourists alike, being close to the fells, cycling terrain and fine restaurants. Passes for a local Hotel Lesiure club are included in the cost to ensure you have a relaxing time. A hearty full English breakfast is included in the price, or a lighter / vegetarian is available on request.