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the punchbowl hotel
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Bed and breakfast in Kendal · 15.03 km from centre

    8.7

     

    196 reviews

    Offering a terrace and garden view, the punchbowl hotel is situated in Kendal, 22 km from World of Beatrix Potter and 31 km from Trough of Bowland. There is an in-house restaurant, plus free private parking and free WiFi are available. The accommodation features a 24-hour front desk, full-day security and luggage storage for guests.

    At the bed and breakfast, units have a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Additional in-room amenities include chocolates or cookies. The units are equipped with heating facilities.

    Breakfast is available, and includes continental, Full English/Irish and vegetarian options. A bar can be found on-site.

    You can play billiards and darts at the bed and breakfast. Cycling, fishing and hiking are possible within the area, and the punchbowl hotel offers water sports facilities.

    Askham Hall is 44 km from the accommodation, while Kendal Castle is 7.6 km from the property. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 97 km away.

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    The Brotherswater Inn
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    Inn in Patterdale · 14.89 km from centre

      8.8

       

      320 reviews

      Situated in Patterdale, 17 km from World of Beatrix Potter, The Brotherswater Inn features accommodation with a restaurant, free private parking and a bar. The property is located 24 km from Lake Windermere, 25 km from Askham Hall and 35 km from Derwentwater Lake. All rooms have a patio with mountain views and free WiFi.

      The rooms in the inn are fitted with a kettle. Rooms include a private bathroom with a shower, free toiletries and a hairdryer. At The Brotherswater Inn the rooms include a wardrobe and a flat-screen TV.

      A continental, Full English/Irish or vegetarian breakfast can be enjoyed at the property.

      Guests at the accommodation will be able to enjoy activities in and around Patterdale, like hiking.

      Muncaster Castle is 43 km from The Brotherswater Inn, while Buttermere is 48 km from the property. Newcastle International Airport is 126 km away.

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      21 Ironworks
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      Holiday home in Haverthwaite, Ulverston · 13.16 km from centre

        9.5

         

        2 reviews

        Situated in Ulverston in the Cumbria region, 21 Ironworks features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is non-smoking and is set 15 km from World of Beatrix Potter.

        The spacious holiday home has 3 bedrooms, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 2 bathrooms with a walk-in shower.

        Guests at the holiday home can enjoy golfing and cycling nearby, or make the most of the garden.

        Leeds Bradford International Airport is 118 km from the property.

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        The Burrow
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        Holiday home in Haverthwaite · 14.50 km from centre

          9.8

           

          7 reviews

          Set in Haverthwaite in the Cumbria region, The Burrow features a garden. The property is non-smoking and is located 17 km from World of Beatrix Potter.

          The holiday home features 2 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom. Providing free private parking, this 4-star holiday home also features free WiFi. The accommodation offers a fireplace.

          Leeds Bradford International Airport is 121 km away.

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          Bay Villa
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          Bed and breakfast in Grange-over-Sands, Grange Over Sands · 18.96 km from centre

            9.8

             

            304 reviews

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            Offering sea views, Bay Villa is an accommodation set in Grange Over Sands, 22 km from World of Beatrix Potter and 45 km from Trough of Bowland. This bed and breakfast offers free private parking and full-day security.

            All units at the bed and breakfast come with a seating area and a flat-screen TV. With a private bathroom fitted with bathrobes, units at the bed and breakfast also feature free WiFi, while some rooms also feature a balcony. At the bed and breakfast, units come with bed linen and towels.

            Leeds Bradford International Airport is 113 km from the property.

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            3 Townhead Cottages
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            Holiday home in Grasmere · 14.45 km from centre

              8.1

               

              15 reviews

              3 Townhead Cottages, a property with a garden, is located in Grasmere, 23 km from Lake Windermere, 37 km from Muncaster Castle, as well as 37 km from Buttermere. Offering free private parking, the 3-star holiday home is 17 km from World of Beatrix Potter. The property is non-smoking and is set 22 km from Derwentwater Lake.

              The holiday home consists of 2 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen and 1 bathroom. A TV is featured. The accommodation offers a fireplace.

              Askham Hall is 47 km from the holiday home, while Wasdale is 48 km away. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 131 km from the property.

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              Kentwood Guest House
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              Bed and breakfast in Arnside · 18.99 km from centre

                9.9

                 

                54 reviews

                Located in Arnside and only 90 metres from Arnside Beach, Kentwood Guest House provides accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking. Featuring luggage storage space, this property also provides guests with a picnic area. The bed and breakfast features garden views, a sun terrace and a 24-hour front desk.

                The units at the bed and breakfast are equipped with a seating area, a flat-screen TV with streaming services and a private bathroom with bathrobes and a shower. The bed and breakfast offers certain units with mountain views, and every unit comes with a kettle. At the bed and breakfast, all units have bed linen and towels.

                A continental, Full English/Irish or vegetarian breakfast is available at the property.

                The area is popular for cycling and hiking, and bike hire is available at this 4-star bed and breakfast. Guests at the bed and breakfast can enjoy pub crawls nearby, or make the most of the garden.

                Trough of Bowland is 26 km from Kentwood Guest House, while World of Beatrix Potter is 28 km away. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 101 km from the property.

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                Aynsome Manor Bed and Breakfast
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                Hotel in Grange-over-Sands, Cartmel · 17.24 km from centre

                  9.1

                   

                  249 reviews

                  Superbly situated, Aynsome Manor is a charming, 3-star manor house in the picturesque valley of Cartmel. It has pretty meadow and woodland views and good access to Newby Bridge at Lake Windermere.

                  Aynsome Manor has been awarded an AA red rosette and...

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                  Dunlin Haven
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                  Holiday home in Cumbria, Sandside · 17.77 km from centre

                    10.0

                     

                    4 reviews

                    Located in Sandside and only 24 km from Trough of Bowland, Dunlin Haven provides accommodation with sea views, free WiFi and free private parking. This 4-star holiday home offers a garden. The property is non-smoking and is situated 24 km from World of Beatrix Potter.

                    The 3-bedroom holiday home is equipped with a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, and 2 bathrooms with a shower and a washing machine. Towels and bed linen are provided in the holiday home. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

                    Leeds Bradford International Airport is 99 km away.

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                    Jackson s Barn in Water Yeat
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                    Vacation home in Ulverston · 13.90 km from centre

                      Located in Ulverston, this holiday home is a 1-minute drive from Coniston Water and 9 minutes from John Ruskin Museum. This holiday home is 12.2 mi (19.6 km) from Lake Windermere and 7.5 mi (12.1 km) from Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway.

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                      The Room Rawsons in Levens
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                      Vacation home in Kendal · 12.39 km from centre

                        With a stay at this holiday home in Kendal, you'll be steps from Lyth Valley and a 5-minute drive from Winster Valley. This holiday home is 11.7 mi (18.9 km) from Lake Windermere and 13.2 mi (21.2 km) from Yorkshire Dales National Park.

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                        The Hut Rawsons in Levens
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                        Apartment in Kendal · 12.47 km from centre

                          Located in Kendal, this apartment is within a 10-minute drive of Winster Valley and Levens Hall and Gardens. This apartment is 11.8 mi (19 km) from Lake Windermere and 13.3 mi (21.4 km) from Yorkshire Dales National Park.

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                          Lyndhurst Guest House
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                          Guest house in Kendal · 12.46 km from centre

                            9.3

                             

                            388 reviews

                            This Victorian guest house has a quiet riverside location in Kendal, close to the Lake District. There is free Wi-Fi throughout, and free parking is available nearby.

                            Rooms at Lyndhurst Guest House are bright and elegant, and many boast picturesque views. Each features a flat-screen TV, tea and coffee making facilities, and an en suite bathroom with free toiletries.

                            Food is served in the charming dining room, and guests can also relax in the lounge, with deep armchairs and sofas and a TV with a DVD player.

                            Lyndhurst is close to the Nether Bridge and historic Abbot Hall, and is only 5 minutes' walk from the bustling market town centre. There are riverside walks to enjoy, and Kendal Castle can be reached in less than 15 minutes on foot.

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                            High Longlands
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                            Holiday home in Grange-over-Sands, Cartmel · 16.96 km from centre

                              8.5

                               

                              2 reviews

                              Set 19 km from World of Beatrix Potter, High Longlands offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is non-smoking and is situated 45 km from Trough of Bowland.

                              The holiday home includes 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hot tub, a seating area, and a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave. The accommodation offers a fireplace.

                              Guests at High Longlands can enjoy cycling nearby, or make the most of the garden.

                              Leeds Bradford International Airport is 113 km away.

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                              May Cottage
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                              Holiday home in Greenodd, Ulverston · 16.74 km from centre

                                10.0

                                 

                                1 review

                                Featuring a terrace, May Cottage offers accommodation in Ulverston, 21 km from World of Beatrix Potter and 47 km from Muncaster Castle. Free WiFi is provided throughout the property and private parking is available on site.

                                The holiday home features...

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                                Doodle Den
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                                Apartment in Kendal · 12.18 km from centre

                                  9.4

                                   

                                  187 reviews

                                  Situated 36 km from Trough of Bowland, 38 km from Askham Hall and 49 km from Derwentwater Lake, Doodle Den features accommodation set in Kendal. The apartment, set in a building dating from 1900, is 800 metres from Kendal Castle and 37 km from Coniston Water. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and World of Beatrix Potter is 16 km away.

                                  The apartment has 1 bedroom, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a fully equipped kitchen with a microwave and a toaster, and 1 bathroom with a bath. Towels and bed linen are available in the apartment. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

                                  Leeds Bradford International Airport is 104 km from the property.

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                                  2 Bens Row
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                                  Holiday home in Haverthwaite, Ulverston · 13.12 km from centre

                                    10.0

                                     

                                    2 reviews

                                    Set in Ulverston in the Cumbria region, 2 Bens Row has a garden. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and World of Beatrix Potter is 15 km away.

                                    The holiday home features 2 bedrooms, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a toaster, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower. There is also a seating area and a fireplace.

                                    Guests at the holiday home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Ulverston, like golfing, cycling and fishing.

                                    Leeds Bradford International Airport is 120 km away.

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                                    The Coach House
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                                    Holiday home in Ulverston, Greenodd · 16.98 km from centre

                                      9.4

                                       

                                      9 reviews

                                      Located in Greenodd, 46 km from Muncaster Castle, The Coach House features accommodation with access to a garden. The property is non-smoking and is situated 21 km from World of Beatrix Potter.

                                      The holiday home features 2 bedrooms, a fully equipped kitchen with kitchenware, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom. Featuring free private parking, this 3-star holiday home also features free WiFi. The accommodation offers a fireplace.

                                      Leeds Bradford International Airport is 125 km from the property.

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                                      The Old Hay Shed
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                                      Holiday home in Cartmel · 18.43 km from centre

                                        9.6

                                         

                                        6 reviews

                                        Situated 21 km from World of Beatrix Potter, The Old Hay Shed features accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. This holiday home offers a terrace. The property is non-smoking and is set 47 km from Trough of Bowland.

                                        The holiday home features 1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, bed linen, towels, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a dining area, a fully equipped kitchen, and a balcony with garden views. A private entrance leads guests into the holiday home, where they can enjoy some wine or champagne and chocolates or cookies. There is also a seating area and a fireplace.

                                        Guests at the holiday home can enjoy hiking nearby, or make the most of the garden.

                                        Leeds Bradford International Airport is 115 km from the property.

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                                        Bay View House
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                                        Apartment in Carnforth, Arnside · 18.93 km from centre

                                          9.4

                                           

                                          14 reviews

                                          Bay View House is a beachfront property set in Arnside, a few steps from Arnside Beach and 26 km from Trough of Bowland. It has sea views and free WiFithroughout the property.

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                                          Find the best deals on hotels in Bowness on Windermere

                                          Bowness-on-Windermere is one of the most popular destinations in the Lake District. The town offers a range of activities on and around the lake, including boat trips, kayaking, and scenic walks, and the stunning views of the surrounding fells make it a perfect base for exploring the natural beauty of the Lake District.

                                          It’s a beautiful location with plenty of great accommodation options, pubs, restaurants and more and it is very popular with tourists from around the world. Don’t let its popularity put you off though – it’s still a charming destination even when the crowds are at their peak.

                                          Use our filters to narrow down your search for Bowness on Windermere hotels, whether you need one with parking or you really want a spa break.

                                          Where to Stay in Bowness on Windermere

                                          There are many hotels and guest houses right in the heart of Bowness on Windermere – it’s a tourist town, and so you won’t be short of options for places to book.

                                          Staying in this area puts you within walking distance of the Bowness Pier, where you can take boat trips around the lake, as well as the World of Beatrix Potter Attraction and a variety of shops, cafes, and restaurants. This area is perfect for those who want to immerse themselves in the vibrant atmosphere of Bowness-on-Windermere.

                                          If you prefer a more tranquil setting with picturesque views, consider staying on the outskirts of Bowness-on-Windermere. The areas of Windermere and Claife Heights offer charming accommodations, including boutique hotels and cosy inns with beautiful views of the lake and surrounding fells.

                                          Here you can enjoy peaceful walks along the lakeshore, explore scenic trails, and relax in the serene environment while still being close to the town's attractions, and away from the heavy crowds.

                                          For a touch of luxury, the areas around Storrs and Bowness Bay are home to several upscale hotels and boutique guesthouses. These establishments typically feature elegant decor, excellent amenities, and personalised service. Staying in this area, you'll still be close to the lake and enjoy a higher level of comfort and sophistication.

                                          If you want to visit Bowness but don’t mind staying somewhere a little less crowded, Ambleside’s a good option nearby. This gives you a more peaceful retreat with beautiful landscapes and outdoor activities.

                                          If you're travelling by train or planning day trips to nearby attractions, consider staying near Windermere railway station. This area offers various accommodation options and convenient access to public transportation for trips to nearby destinations like Kendal, Grasmere, and Coniston. Plus it’s only a relatively short walk down into Bowness itself.

                                          Insider Tips for Bowness on Windermere

                                          • Make sure you choose a hotel with parking if you’re driving to Bowness. Public parking gets extremely busy during peak season and you don’t want to be doing laps of the town to find a space if you’ve been for a drive.
                                          • Take a boat trip on Lake Windermere, England’s largest natural lake. Various cruises are available, offering scenic views of the lake and surrounding mountains. You can also hire a rowing boat or kayak for a more active adventure.
                                          • Visit The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction, where you can immerse yourself in the enchanting world of Peter Rabbit and other beloved characters. The attraction includes interactive exhibits and a beautiful garden.
                                          • Explore the stunning gardens and grounds of the National Trust’s Wray Castle, located nearby. The castle offers fantastic views of Lake Windermere and is a great place for a family picnic or a leisurely walk.
                                          • For outdoor enthusiasts, take a hike up Orrest Head, a relatively easy walk that rewards you with panoramic views over Lake Windermere and the surrounding fells. It’s a perfect spot for photography and enjoying the natural beauty of the Lake District.
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