About this property
Historic Setting: Bowness Guest House in Bowness offers a 3-star experience housed in a historic building. The property is adults-only and features garden views. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms include private bathrooms with walk-in showers, tea and coffee makers, and free toiletries. Additional amenities include a TV, electric kettle, and wardrobe. Convenient Location: Located 4-minutes from the World of Beatrix Potter, the guest house is 9.9 mi from Kendal Castle and 24 mi from Derwentwater Lake. Boating is available in the surroundings. Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for its friendly host, convenient location, and room cleanliness.
Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular amenities
- Free Wifi
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Gil
Israel
“Everything was perfect. The room was like the pictures and was very clean. The location is great: car parking on the street, within walking distance to the centre and the lake. The staff was super friendly, pleasant, and welcoming.” - Alex
United Kingdom
“The hosts are so welcoming. The room is absolutely spotless and it's so central. We always stay here when visiting the lakes. Highly recommend.” - Martin
United Kingdom
“Excellent location - very clean - facilities first class- friendly and informative hosts” - Kathleen
Canada
“The hosts were lovely, the room was beautiful and clean, and the location was close to the lake and all the shops & restaurants. Lots of nice decor details in the room. Very close to an awesome lookout point on the lake.” - Owieben
United States
“Super friendly hosts - gave us lots of advice on the area. Great location.” - J
United Kingdom
“Those who run the property were incredibly friendly and helpful and the room was very clean.” - Joe
United Kingdom
“Amazing location for Bowness. We’ve stayed in a couple of rooms and they were both super clean with everything you need. Ran by the loveliest couple who could not be any friendlier or helpful with recommendations, they really make it! You were...” - Chelsea
United Kingdom
“Great communication with the hosts. Lovely room Great location” - Vicki
United Kingdom
“Easy check-in, fantastic location, very clean, bed was so comfortable, will definitely be back!” - Faye
United Kingdom
“Beautiful guest house spotlessly clean. Michelle was very friendly and helpful”

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House rules
Child policies
Children not allowed.
Crib and extra bed policies
Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.
The fine print
Please note pets can only be accommodated in the Superior King Room.
Please inform Bowness Guest House of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.
Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.
This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.
Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.
In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
If you cause damage to the property during your stay, you could be asked to pay up to £100 after check-out, according to this property's Damage Policy.