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Unique Hotels in Windermere

Guest House. Elegant. Situated in the heart of peaceful Windermere, Wheatlands Lodge is just 5 minutes’ walk from Windermere Rail Station, offering free Wi-Fi and free private parking. All of the 5-star rooms feature luxury en suite facilities, and are individually designed with modern furnishings. Just a few minutes’ walk from Windermere town centre, and 20 minutes from Bowness-on-Windermere, Wheatlands Lodge is centrally located for exploring the beautiful Lake District. Rooms also offer tea and coffee making facilities and a flat-screen TV. Wheatlands has been awarded 5 stars by the AA and also holds a Breakfast Award. The classic Victorian property dates from 1860, and maintains its period features. Wheatlands Lodge has a garden and terrace for al fresco dining, and a traditional Cumbrian breakfast is served in the dining room, using locally sourced produce. The World of Beatrix Potter attraction is just 1 mile away. Show full description

Boutique hotel. Historic. Popular among couples. Just a mile from Lake Windermere in the heart of the Lake District, this luxury boutique hotel offers home-cooked food and free Wi-Fi. Windermere Rail Station is only 15 minutes’ walk away, and there is free parking on site. Originally the second home of a wealthy Edwardian gentleman, Windermere Boutique Hotel still retains many charming features like open fires and beamed ceilings. Rooms all feature a large widescreen TV with satellite channels, a DVD player, and a king-size bed and luxury bathroom. Some luxury suites have outdoor hot tubs and seating areas. The hotel is close to the World of Beatrix Potter Attraction, and Bowness, which is just a short drive away. The surrounding National Parkland is great for walking and cycling, and Ambleside is just 5 miles away. Show full description

Boutique hotel. Highly elegant. Great views. Located near Ambleside, The Samling Hotel has a garden and a terrace. The property features a bar, as well as a restaurant serving British cuisine. The accommodation offers a 24-hour front desk, and buying tickets for guests. Most rooms have mountain or lake views. A continental breakfast can be enjoyed at the property. The property has a hot tub. Guests at the hotel will be able to enjoy activities in and around Windermere, like skiing and cycling. Keswick is 28 km from The Samling Hotel. Show full description

Bed and Breakfast. Relaxing atmosphere. Lovely surroundings. Set in a large Victorian house with a beautiful mature garden, Annesdale House offers rooms with a private entrance, a patio and an iPod dock. Underfloor heating features in each private bathroom. Fresh ingredients and, where possible, locally sourced produce are served in the breakfasts. With garden views, all rooms also have free Wi-Fi access, a flat-screen TV, a DVD player and pure cotton linens. Guests can also make use of the hairdryer, tea and coffee making facilities and mini fridge in each room. All bathrooms have both a bath and a shower. Full English breakfasts can be enjoyed on the patio, in the room, or in Annesdale’s the traditionally furnished dining room. Scenic walking routes through the surrounding hills begin just outside of the property. Located in Windermere town centre, the rail station is a 5-minute walk away. The banks of Lake Windermere are just 1 mile from this bed and breakfast. Show full description

Guest House. Trendy. Lovely interior design. Popular among women. Just 1 mile from Lake Windermere this beautiful Victorian house is set in a peaceful location between Windermere and Bowness. It offers vintage-style, luxury accommodation including Egyptian cotton linens, flat-screen TVs with DVD players, as well as free Wi-Fi. The stylish and comfortable rooms at the 4-star Rum Doodle feature luxurious vintage furniture and original artwork. Benefits also include an en suite bathroom, designer toiletries, and a hospitality tray with fresh coffee milk, teas, and biscuits. Guests at Rum Doodle receive complimentary tea and coffee on arrival, with homemade cakes, or a glass of wine and light snacks if arriving after 19:00. An award-winning breakfast is provided in the morning, made from locally sourced ingredients. Smoked fish, free-range eggs, and artisan bread feature on the menu. Show full description

Bed and Breakfast. Ideally located in Windermere, Archway Guest House is in the heart of the Lake District National Park. With free Wi-Fi and 2 free parking spaces on a first come, first served basis, this traditional Victorian property offers bed and breakfast accommodation, just off the A591 road. Each room at Archway Guest House features a TV, tea and coffee making facilities, and homemade biscuits. The en-suite bathrooms include complimentary toiletries. In the mornings, a varied breakfast menu is available. Dishes are prepared using locally sourced produce. Breakfast options include a classic full English, vegetarian, American-style pancakes, omelettes, toasted bagels, croissants, and a Caribbean breakfast. Archway Guest House is situated in a quiet street just 6 minutes’ walk from Windermere Rail Station. The Tourist Information Centre is 3 minutes’ walk away on the same street. A variety of shops, pubs and restaurants can be found within the surrounding area. Show full description

Guest House. Creative. Popular among couples. Less than a mile from Windermere Railway Station and town centre, the Ivythwaite Lodge Guest House offers luxurious rooms, free parking and free Wi-Fi. The Lodge has a private garden and welcomes guests on a room only or bed and breakfast basis All rooms have en suite bathrooms, flat-screen TVs and tea/coffee facilities. Some rooms have aqua spa baths, power showers and four-poster beds. Guests can enjoy a varied breakfast menu in house with produce home-made or locally sourced. Vegetarian and vegan options are also available. Other services and facilities offered include free guides to a range of local walks in the hills and on the lake shore and helps guests who wish to stargaze with advice and equipment. The centre of Bowness is a 15-minute walk away, giving you access to the Windermere Ferry, the World of Beatrix Potter museum and water sports on Lake Windermere. Kendal, Grasmere and Dove Cottage, the home of William Wordsworth are only a 20 minute drive away and the M6 motorway is only 15 minutes’ drive from Ivythwaite Lodge. Show full description

Guest House. Lively. Great value. Kenilworth Guest House is located less than 1 mile from the beauty of Lake Windermere. Free WiFi access is available. Each room here will provide you with a TV and tea/coffee making facilities. Featuring a shower, each private bathroom also comes with a hairdryer and free toiletries. Each room has Egyptian cotton bedding and towels. Other facilities offered at the property include luggage storage. An array of activities can be enjoyed on site or in the surroundings, including golfing, horse riding and fishing. The property offers free parking. Blackpool International Airport is 68 km away. Show full description

Guest House. Less than 20 minutes’ walk from Bowness Bay, Denehurst Guest House is a traditional Lakeland stone house built in 1898. It offers free WiFi and parking and an award-winning breakfast menu featuring Cumbrian produce. The elegantly styled rooms all have an en suite shower with a hairdryer, bathrobes and toiletries. All include a flat-screen TV, DVD player, tea and coffee facilities and a teddy bear. You can enjoy a full Cumbrian breakfast at Denehurst Guest House, featuring local bacon and sausages and Windermere farm eggs. There are homemade breads, waffles and croissants, as well as organic porridge and smoked salmon with scrambled eggs. Cereals, yoghurt, fruit and juice are also on the menu. Nearby Bowness-on-Windermere offers boat trips on the lake and the World of Beatrix Potter is a 14-minute walk away. The popular towns of Kendal and Ambleside are both within 15-20 minutes’ drive. Denehurst Guest House is a 15-minute walk from Windermere railway station .  Show full description

Guest House. Historic. Great bar. St John's Lodge is an award-winning guest house situated between Windermere village and the Lake at Bowness Bay. Windermere village centre, Bowness, the Lake, restaurants and cafes are all within walking distance of the property. There is a small car park on-site and further parking close-by. There is a small garden with a mix of plants and garden furniture. St John's Lodge offers an extensive range of cooked breakfasts including traditional English, gluten free, dairy free, vegetarian, vegan and fresh fish dishes. There is free access to an off-site health club, located 2 miles from St John's Lodge. This provides free access to a swimming pool, gym, sauna, steam room, jacuzzi and fitness classes for all guests during their stay, including on check out day. The hosts offer advice for local walks, events and restaurants. There is also free hire of local guides, maps, board games and umbrellas. Show full description

Country House. Very stylish. Great value. This 150-year-old country house guest accommodation is in quiet gardens, 700 metres from Windermere town centre. It has free Wi-Fi, free parking and a lounge/bar. Cedar Manor is in the heart of the Lake District, a short walk from Windermere's shops, cafes and restaurants. The Cedar Manor's lounge, bar and restaurant look out over the hotel's beautiful gardens. It is 600 metres from Windermere Rail Station and a 10-minute walk from the lake. The hotel mixes original features with modern comforts. The en suite rooms have flat-screen TV's, hairdryers, iPod docking stations and well-stocked tea and coffee making facilities. A full English breakfast is available each morning. Show full description

Bed and Breakfast. Romantic. Popular among women. Set in pretty Topiary gardens, The Hill offers traditional Cumbrian breakfasts, free Wi-Fi and elegant bedrooms. The Victorian house has a rural location in Ings village, just 5 minutes’ drive from Windermere. Hearty cooked breakfasts are served daily in the charming dining room, which features an original fireplace. Surrounded by beautiful countryside, The Hill is a 10-minute drive from the shores of Lake Windermere. The bright bedrooms are individually decorated, and each has a flat-screen TV and DVD player. All rooms feature tea/coffee facilities, and a modern, en suite shower room with a hairdryer. Breakfast includes award-winning local meats, homemade breads and Lakeland teas. Free parking is available, and there are plenty of popular walking routes nearby. Show full description

Apartment. Charming. Superb interior design. Townfoot Byre, Troutbeck - E.V friendly is situated in Windermere. The accommodation is 26 km from Keswick. This apartment features 1 bedroom, a flat-screen TV, and a kitchenette with a microwave and a fridge. Bowness-on-Windermere is 5 km from the apartment. Towels and bed linen are featured. Spa,Sauna,Swimming Pool and Gym access is included at a local club,free with your stay. Show full description

Bed and Breakfast. Historic property. Great bar. 1 Park Road is a tranquil, luxury guest house located a 2-minute walk from Windermere town centre. Rooms are spacious and modern and all have fresh coffee. There are many beautiful walks around the property; there is even a treasure hunt on one of them. Rooms also offer hot chocolate, a variety of Fair Trade teas and fresh milk. The en suite showers have complimentary soaps and shampoos. Your accommodation does include a complimentary breakfast each day. Good local restaurants and bars can be found in the area. Show full description

Apartment. Delightful property. Great views. Popular among couples. Located in Windermere and only 2.7 km from World of Beatrix Potter, The Lady of the Lake Windermere provides accommodation with mountain views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property features lake views and is 39 km from Askham Hall and 47 km from Muncaster Castle. Featuring a DVD player, the apartment has a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave, a living room, a dining area, 1 bedroom, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. The property is non-smoking and is set 35 km from Derwentwater. The property has an outdoor dining area. Guests at the apartment can enjoy hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden. Trough of Bowland is 49 km from The Lady of the Lake Windermere, while Grizedale Forest is 14 km away. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 117 km from the accommodation. Show full description

Guest House. Lively. Popular among women. Broadlands Windermere Award Winning Guest House, is in the heart of the English Lake District, now a World Heritage Site. Broadlands is a traditional stone built Victorian house built circa 1885 and is located on a quiet road 2 minutes from the centre of Windermere Village and a pleasant 20 minute walk to the village of Bowness on Windermere and the Lake. Rooms feature crisp white cotton sheets and luxurious bedding, and an en suite bathroom with towels and free toiletries. Each room also benefits from free WiFi, a hairdryer and tea/coffee making facilities. Broadlands Windermere has previously been awarded 3 AA Gold Stars. The house has lovely views overlooking Ellethwaite Park. The local open-topped bus can be caught from the top of the road and the train and bus station is less a 10 minute walk away. There is free parking available on Broad Street and a public car park directly across the road. Show full description

Bed and Breakfast. Great location. Nestled in a quiet yet central location in Windermere, The Haven is a traditional Victorian stone built house with free parking. The railway station is 6 minutes’ walk away and Windermere Lake is less than a mile from the property. A hearty breakfast is served daily and it includes a traditional full English breakfast with locally produced Cumbrian sausage, fruit juices, cereals, fresh fruit, and hot beverages. Each room at The Haven features an en suite shower room with bathrobes and free toiletries, a TV with DVD player, free Wi-Fi, and tea and coffee making facilities. A variety of restaurants and cafés can be found in Windermere town centre, 5 minutes’ walk from the property. The Haven offers easy access to outdoor activities such as fishing, cycling, and exploring the Cumbrian countryside and the Lake District National Park. Show full description

Bed and Breakfast. Cool. In beautiful Lakeland surroundings overlooking an idyllic brook, Glencree is situated between the villages of Bowness and Windermere. With free parking and free Wi-Fi, it serves hearty breakfasts cooked to order. Bright and warmly furnished, rooms at Glencree are individually designed and feature en suite bath or shower rooms with free toiletries and a hairdryer. Guests can swim in the property's off-site pool. A flat-screen TV is featured in every room, along with tea and coffee-making facilities. Some rooms enjoy scenic woodland views. The shores of tranquil Lake Windermere are only a 10-minute walk away, while the village centres Bowness and Windermere are both 15 minutes away on foot. The area is surrounded by stunning fells to explore, and Dove Cottage, the home of William Wordsworth, is 15 minutes’ drive away. Breakfasts are all made from high quality local produce, with a selection of traditional full English breakfasts or vegetarian and continental options. Show full description

Guest House. Elegant. Popular among couples. Just 550 metres from Windermere Railway Station, in the town centre, the Hideaway at Windermere provides modern bed and breakfast accommodation with stylish rooms and great service. This guest house is exclusively for adults and completely non-smoking. In the mornings, full English breakfast is available and is cooked to order. Complimentary tea and cakes are also served in the afternoons. The Hideaway is a 10-minute walk from the village of centre of Windermere and a 30-minute stroll from Bowness. Ambleside is just 10 minutes' drive away and Kendal is a 15-minute drive from the property. Show full description

Apartment. Cool. Great value. Popular among women. Boasting a spa bath, The Bird House at Invergarry is situated in Windermere. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. The apartment has 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a terrace with inner courtyard views. Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Windermere, like hiking. The property is non-smoking and is located 800 metres from World of Beatrix Potter. The tiled floors, fireplace and peaceful vibe add to the ambience of the room. The property has an outdoor dining area. The apartment complex has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open. Derwentwater is 37 km from The Bird House at Invergarry, while Askham Hall is 42 km from the property. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 117 km from the accommodation. Show full description