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 16 km from Kendal Castle and 38 km from Derwentwater Lake. Boating is available in the surroundings. Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for its friendly host, convenient location, and room cleanliness.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Situated in the best rated area in Bowness-on-Windermere, this property has an excellent location score of 9.7


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1 double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
1 double bed
1 large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Faye
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautiful guest house spotlessly clean. Michelle was very friendly and helpful
  • Dylan
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very clean and has everything we needed. Very good location and parking on street available for free.
  • Lap
    Hong Kong Hong Kong
    A friendly host and the room is clean. Location is a 12mins ride of bus from train station although bus schedule is unpredictable. It is a good unit for a short stay.
  • Nic
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    A lovely guest house in the centre of Bowness, very central for shops, restaurants and the lake for boat trips. Michelle the owner was very friendly and helpful and the room was comfortable, nicely decorated and spotlessly clean. We loved our stay...
  • Sandra
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location very clean and lovely hosts who took care of you.very dog friendly room with own entrance.
  • Ray
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Parking right outside the door , easy access to the town
  • David
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very good. Great location , very clean and comfortable, will definitely be going back
  • Karen
    Australia Australia
    Everything Lovely room with a great view over town The room was very comfortable and clean … loved it …special touches make the difference Michelle and her husband were very welcoming and friendly
  • Samantha
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The location was fabulous, the hosts were lovely and the room was clean, bright and had everything you needed. Even got new water every morning and clean towels and tea and coffee, was great value for money and would defo be back
  • Joanne
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    In a fab location, room was large & well furnished with 2 large windows letting in lots of light. The bed was one of the comfiest I’ve ever slept in. The shower room was really modern plus everything felt very clean.

Managed by Bowness Guest House

Company review score: 9.8Based on 309 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

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 information

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

Neighbourhood information

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

Property surroundings

House rules

Bowness Guest House takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 21:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required 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 and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not 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 must be quiet between 22:00 and 08:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note pets can only be accommodated in the Superior King Room.

Please inform Bowness Guest House in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival via bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 08:00:00.

In response to 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.

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