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At the guest house, all units are fitted with a desk, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. The guest house provides certain units with mountain views, and each unit is equipped with a kettle. The units are equipped with heating facilities. was a very enjoyable stay. very nice rooms, new bathrooms and all of the staff were friendly and helpful

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9.7
Exceptional
1,221 reviews
Price from
US$193
per night

Located in Bowness-on-Windermere in the Cumbria region, The White House is a 5-star property featuring free WiFi. The property features inner courtyard views and is 200 metres from World of Beatrix Potter and 39 km from Derwentwater Lake. Askham Hall is 42 km from the guest house and Muncaster Castle is 42 km away. The location is right in the heart of Bowness-on-Windermere. The styling of the room was wonderful.

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9
Superb
1,260 reviews
Price from
US$140
per night

Overlooking picturesque hills, Meadowcroft Country Guesthouse is a family-run guest house in the tranquil Village of Ings, 2 miles from Windermere. There is free Wi-Fi in the bedrooms.

Rooms at Meadowcroft are traditionally furnished, and benefit from a TV and tea and coffee making facilities. There is storage space in bedside chests of drawers and a wardrobe in every room. We liked everything. The location, the staff, the rooms..all was great! Thank you for having us

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9.3
Superb
1,033 reviews
Price from
US$171
per night

The family-run Ambleside Townhouse is situated in Ambleside, 800 metres from Lake Windermere. It offers en suite rooms and a full English breakfast in the morning.

Ambleside Townhouse offers free car parking and a lock-up area for motorcycles and bicycles. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. Clean and easy to access, great breakfast & warmly welcomed by the staffs

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9
Superb
1,265 reviews
Price from
US$106
per night

The Westbourne is a beautiful guest house set in the peaceful area below Biskey Howe in the Lake District. Bedrooms feature walk-in-shower rooms, luxurious toiletries and large fluffy towels.

The Westbourne serves traditional English breakfast. Guests can also relax in the conservatory or comfortable lounge with real log fire. Room is comfortable for family stay. Only few minutes walk to grocery stores and the pier. With only 5-minutes walk up the hill, there is a great view of lake Windermere.

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9.2
Superb
1,042 reviews
Price from
US$98
per night

Jerichos is a contemporary family-run guest house with stylish decor situated on a quiet side street in the heart of Windermere village. There is free Wi-Fi and free ample private parking.

Suitable for adults only, each room at Jerichos come with flat-screen TVs, en suite bathrooms and iPod docks. Tea/coffee making facilities are also provided. Original Victorian period features adorn the property, which also offers a cosy lounge. Clean and beautiful room, plus free parking lot, with great location in the Windermere town.

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9.5
Exceptional
1,155 reviews
Price from
US$146
per night

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. The included breakfast was incredible! The staff couldn’t have been more friendly and accommodating. The room is full of character, aesthetically pleasing and very thoughtfully arranged. The bed was comfortable and the room was clean. We would definitely visit again.

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9.3
Superb
1,275 reviews
Price from
US$102
per night

Silverdale Guesthouse, a property with a shared lounge, is located in Keswick, 17 km from Buttermere, 32 km from Askham Hall, as well as 35 km from World of Beatrix Potter. It is set 3.3 km from Derwentwater Lake and offers luggage storage space. Lake Windermere is 41 km away and Cat Bells is 7.8 km from the guest house. The very good hospitality and service of the host, without exaggeratjng.

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9.2
Superb
319 reviews
Price from
US$135
per night

Housed in a historic building, the recently renovated Ivy Guest house offers accommodation with water sports facilities and free WiFi. This bed and breakfast features free private parking and full-day security. Lake Windermere is 7.5 km from the bed and breakfast and Derwentwater Lake is 37 km away. The hosts were friendly and accommodating. They ensured we had everything we needed and were helpful answering questions about local restaurants and nearby locations to visit.

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9.2
Superb
144 reviews
Price from
US$189
per night

Situated just 11 km from Lake Windermere, Yewfield Vegetarian Guest house provides accommodation in Ambleside with access to a garden, a terrace, as well as room service. There is an in-house restaurant, plus free private parking and free WiFi are available. Featuring family rooms, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. The room was very clean and the bed very comfortable. The breakfast was excellent. We were delighted with the beautiful surroundings and the hosts were friendly and accommodating.

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9.5
Exceptional
219 reviews
Price from
US$121
per night

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