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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Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Bowness-on-Windermere, this property has an excellent location score of 9.7!


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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
1 queen bed
1 queen bed
1 full bed
1 queen bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Gil
    Israel 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 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 United Kingdom
    Excellent location - very clean - facilities first class- friendly and informative hosts
  • Kathleen
    Canada 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 United States
    Super friendly hosts - gave us lots of advice on the area. Great location.
  • J
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Those who run the property were incredibly friendly and helpful and the room was very clean.
  • Joe
    United Kingdom 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 United Kingdom
    Great communication with the hosts. Lovely room Great location
  • Vicki
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Easy check-in, fantastic location, very clean, bed was so comfortable, will definitely be back!
  • Faye
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful guest house spotlessly clean. Michelle was very friendly and helpful

Managed by Bowness Guest House

Company review score: 9.8Based on 298 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Bernard and Michelle are very relaxed and welcoming hosts, and can offer advice on things to do and see, places to eat and shop, and also walks and mountains to climb.

Property info

Bowness Guest House is a traditional Lakeland slate property built in 1860, comprising 5 ensuite guest rooms over 4 stories. Each guest room is tastefully decorated and includes comfortable beds and occasional chairs, ensuite bathroom with walk-in shower including complimentary toiletries. There is also a smart TV and free wifi. We have one dog-friendly room. If you are bringing a dog, this room must be specifically booked, as all other guest rooms cannot accommodate dogs. Here at Bowness Guest House we have a relaxed and laid back approach to life. We feel everybody works to hard and we don’t get the chance to fully unwind. Therefore, we don’t make you get up for breakfast - not everybody wants a full English breakfast anyway!! Have a lie in and relax - you’re on holiday. There are plenty of excellent coffee shops and cafes close by to serve what you want, when you want it. Check in is from 3pm-7pm unless by prior arrangement by telephone directly After 7pm there will be a key safe in operation You must call to obtain the code the day before if it is not included with your booking Failure to do so might delay getting access to the property

Neighborhood info

Bowness Guest House is perfectly located in the heart of Bowness-on-Windermere, situated only a short walk from Windermere Lake and the many cafes, restaurants, bars and shops of Bowness. Check in is from 3pm -7pm unless by prior arrangement by telephone directly After 7pm no access Superb scenery and many attractions the Lake District has to offer are within easy reach. The amazing vista of Windermere Lake and surrounding mountains is just a stones throw away at Biskey Howe Viewpoint.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

House rules

Bowness Guest House takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Damage policy
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.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this reservation.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 8:00 AM.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

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.