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The Glen Guest House
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Guest house in Oxenholme, Kendal · 14.74 km from centre

    9.6

     

    399 reviews

    With a 4-star rating from Visit Britain, the Glen Guest House near Kendal offers high-quality accommodation with free Wi-Fi, parking and cycle storage. Around 10 minutes’ drive from the Lake District, this Cumbrian guest house offers a range of breakfasts and is a short walk from a country pub and restaurant.

    All rooms have a flat-screen TV with DVD player and tea and coffee facilities. Each has its own en suite bathroom with shower and complimentary toiletries.

    A freshly cooked breakfast is served each morning, using local ingredients. The Glen Guest House is a 5-minute walk from the village pub which serves a range of meals.

    A 7-minute walk from Oxenholme Train Station, this bed and breakfast is less than 3 miles from the centre of Kendal, and around 13 miles from Bowness on the banks of Lake Windermere. It is also around 15 minutes’ drive from the Yorkshire Dales, with Hawes around 25 miles away.

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

      9.7

       

      4 reviews

      Middle Longlands offers accommodation in Cartmel, 45 km from Trough of Bowland. Complimentary WiFi is available throughout the property and private parking is available on site. The property is non-smoking and is situated 19 km from World of Beatrix Potter.

      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 Middle Longlands can enjoy golfing and cycling nearby, or make the most of the garden.

      Leeds Bradford International Airport is 113 km from the property.

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      Rigney Bank House, South Lakes Luxury Apartments
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      Apartment in Cumbria, Milnthorpe · 18.15 km from centre

        9.6

         

        50 reviews

        Set in Milnthorpe, 23 km from Trough of Bowland, Rigney Bank House, South Lakes Luxury Apartments offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. There is a private entrance at the apartment for the convenience of those who stay. The apartment features family rooms.

        The accommodation comes with a flat-screen TV and a private bathroom with shower and a hair dryer, while the kitchen has a microwave, a toaster and a fridge. A stovetop and kitchenware are also offered, as well as a coffee machine and a kettle. At the apartment complex, units are equipped with bed linen and towels.

        World of Beatrix Potter is 23 km from the apartment. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 97 km from the property.

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        Hidden Cottage
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        Holiday home in Ulverston, Spark Bridge · 15.74 km from centre

          9.3

           

          3 reviews

          Boasting a garden, Hidden Cottage is set in Spark Bridge, within 43 km of Muncaster Castle. Featuring free private parking, the 3-star holiday home is 23 km from World of Beatrix Potter. The property is non-smoking and is situated 28 km from Lake Windermere.

          The holiday home is composed of 1 separate bedroom, a fully equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom. Towels and bed linen are available in the holiday home. The accommodation offers a fireplace.

          Leeds Bradford International Airport is 128 km from the property.

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          Court House Mews - Uk11119
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          Holiday home in Torver · 12.20 km from centre

            7.0

             

            4 reviews

            Court House Mews - Uk11119 is set in Torver, 41 km from Muncaster Castle, 2.3 km from Coniston Water, as well as 11 km from Grizedale Forest. Providing free private parking, the 4-star holiday home is 19 km from Lake Windermere. The property is non-smoking and is located 40 km from Derwentwater.

            The holiday home features 1 bedroom, a TV, an equipped kitchen, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Towels and bed linen are featured in the holiday home. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

            The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 137 km from the holiday home.

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            Cosy Cottage-tiny house
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            Holiday home in Kendal · 12.12 km from centre

              9.0

               

              30 reviews

              Cosy Cottage-tiny house, a property with a garden, is situated in Kendal, 35 km from Trough of Bowland, 39 km from Askham Hall, as well as 50 km from Derwentwater Lake. This property offers access to a patio, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is set 17 km from World of Beatrix Potter.

              The 1-bedroom holiday home comes with a living room with a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, and 1 bathroom with a hair dryer. Towels and bed linen are featured in the holiday home. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

              Kendal Castle is 1 km from the holiday home, while Coniston Water is 35 km from the property. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 103 km away, and the property offers a paid airport shuttle service.

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              Mead Cottage in Lindale
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              Apartment in Grange-over-Sands · 16.37 km from centre

                With a stay at Mead Cottage in Lindale in Grange-over-Sands, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Lake Windermere and Yewbarrow House Gardens. This apartment is 16.9 mi (27.2 km) from Yorkshire Dales National Park and 11.5 mi (18.5 km) from World of Beatrix Potter.

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                Coronation Cottage Lake District
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                Vacation home in Grange-over-Sands · 16.51 km from centre

                  With a stay at this holiday home in Grange-over-Sands, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Lake Windermere and Eggerslack Wood. This holiday home is 16.8 mi (27 km) from Yorkshire Dales National Park and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Winster Valley.

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                  The Coronation Family Cottage - Hot Tub
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                  Vacation home in Grange-over-Sands · 16.51 km from centre

                    With a stay at this holiday home in Grange-over-Sands, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Lake Windermere and Eggerslack Wood. This holiday home is 16.8 mi (27 km) from Yorkshire Dales National Park and 1.5 mi (2.4 km) from Winster Valley.

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                    Meadowcroft
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                    Holiday home in Grange-over-Sands, Lindale · 16.62 km from centre

                      9.6

                       

                      38 reviews

                      Boasting garden views, Meadowcroft provides accommodation with a garden and a terrace, around 20 km from World of Beatrix Potter. Both free WiFi and parking on-site are available at the holiday home free of charge. The property is non-smoking and is located 41 km from Trough of Bowland.

                      Featuring a DVD player, the spacious holiday home has a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher, an oven and a microwave, a living room with a seating area and a dining area, 3 bedrooms, and 1 bathroom with a bath and a shower. Towels and bed linen are provided in the holiday home. The property has an outdoor dining area.

                      Leeds Bradford International Airport is 109 km away.

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                      Uplands Inn Cartmel
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                      Hotel in Grange-over-Sands, Cartmel · 18.78 km from centre

                        8.7

                         

                        242 reviews

                        Overlooking the surrounding countryside, Uplands offers a bar and a restaurant. With free Wi-Fi throughout and free onsite parking, it is only 15 minutes’ walk from the bustling village of Cartmel and just 7 miles from Lake Windermere.

                        The rooms include a TV, a work desk, and tea and coffee making facilities. The en-suite bath or shower rooms have complimentary toiletries and a hairdryer. Some rooms have views of the Leven Estuary on Morecambe Bay and the Furness Peninsula.

                        Featuring views over the Lake District, the Uplands Restaurant offers an exquisite dining experience with a Sunday lunch, an a la carte menu, light lunches, and afternoon tea.

                        The local area offers a wide range of activities, including lively and frequent events within Cartmel and a large number of golf courses within a small radius. Uplands itself stands within 2 acres of gardens.

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                        Grosvenor Cottage - Kendal Lake District, Parking
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                        Holiday home in Kendal · 12.09 km from centre

                          9.0

                           

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                          Situated in Kendal and only 16 km from World of Beatrix Potter, Grosvenor Cottage - Kendal Lake District, Parking features accommodation with inner courtyard views, free WiFi and free private parking. The property is located 38 km from Askham Hall, 50 km from Derwentwater Lake and 600 metres from Kendal Castle. The property is non-smoking and is set 36 km from Trough of Bowland.

                          The 1-bedroom holiday home has a living room with a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and microwave, and 1 bathroom with walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are offered in the holiday home. There is also a seating area and a fireplace.

                          Coniston Water is 34 km from the holiday home, while Lancaster Castle is 37 km from the property. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 103 km away.

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                          Balcony House Apartment in Kendal
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                          Apartment in Kendal · 12.10 km from centre

                            9.5

                             

                            54 reviews

                            Located in Kendal and only 17 km from World of Beatrix Potter, Balcony House Apartment in Kendal provides accommodation with garden views, free WiFi and free private parking. Housed in a building dating from 19th century, this apartment is 37 km from Askham Hall and 1.2 km from Kendal Castle. The property is non-smoking and is situated 37 km from Trough of Bowland.

                            This apartment is equipped with 1 bedroom, a kitchen with an oven and a microwave, a flat-screen TV, a seating area and 1 bathroom equipped with a bath. Towels and bed linen are provided in the apartment. The accommodation offers a fireplace.

                            Guests can also relax in the garden.

                            Grizedale Forest is 29 km from the apartment, while Coniston Water is 35 km away. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 104 km from the property.

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                            Fell View House
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                            Holiday home in Kendal · 13.31 km from centre

                              9.3

                               

                              21 reviews

                              Featuring mountain views, Fell View House provides accommodation with a garden and a balcony, around 21 km from World of Beatrix Potter. This property offers access to a terrace, free private parking and free WiFi. The property is non-smoking and is located 35 km from Trough of Bowland.

                              The spacious holiday home is equipped with 2 bedrooms, a flat-screen TV with streaming services and a fully equipped kitchen that provides guests with a dishwasher, an oven, a washing machine, a toaster and a fridge. Guests can enjoy an ambient stay in their soundproof room with parquet floors and a fireplace. The property has an outdoor dining area.

                              The holiday home has a picnic area where you can spend a day out in the open.

                              Askham Hall is 43 km from the holiday home, while Kendal Castle is 1.9 km away. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 101 km from the property.

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                              Aynsome Manor
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                              Bed and breakfast in Grange-over-Sands, Cartmel · 17.27 km from centre

                                9.5

                                 

                                42 reviews

                                Featuring a garden and views of garden, Aynsome Manor is a bed and breakfast situated in a historic building in Cartmel, 20 km from World of Beatrix Potter. Private parking is available on site at this recently renovated property. The accommodation provides free shuttle service and luggage storage space for guests.

                                The units at the bed and breakfast are equipped with a seating area. With a private bathroom equipped with a shower and bathrobes, units at the bed and breakfast also offer free WiFi. At the bed and breakfast, each unit is equipped with bed linen and towels.

                                À la carte and Full English/Irish breakfast options with warm dishes, local specialities and fresh pastries are available. A bar can be found on-site.

                                Trough of Bowland is 46 km from the bed and breakfast. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 114 km away.

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                                Hampsfell Cottage, quaint and comfy by the Lake District
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                                Holiday home in Grange-over-Sands, Grange Over Sands · 18.80 km from centre

                                  9.7

                                   

                                  7 reviews

                                  Set in Grange Over Sands, Hampsfell Cottage, quaint and comfy by the Lake District provides accommodation within 46 km of Trough of Bowland. The property is non-smoking and is located 23 km from World of Beatrix Potter.

                                  The holiday home features 3 bedrooms, a living room with a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen, and 2 bathrooms with a bath and a hair dryer. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

                                  Guests at the holiday home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Grange Over Sands, like hiking.

                                  Leeds Bradford International Airport is 113 km away.

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                                  The Old Garage Apartments
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                                  Apartment in Kendal · 13.84 km from centre

                                    8.9

                                     

                                    27 reviews

                                    Set 19 km from World of Beatrix Potter, The Old Garage Apartments offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is situated 48 km from Trough of Bowland, 9.3 km from Kendal Castle and 32 km from Grizedale Forest. The property is non-smoking and is located 29 km from Askham Hall.

                                    The apartment features 1 bedroom, a flat-screen TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. Towels and bed linen are featured in the apartment. For added privacy, the accommodation features a private entrance.

                                    Coniston Water is 38 km from the apartment. Teesside International Airport is 111 km away.

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                                    Holly Cottage
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                                    Holiday home in Cartmel · 18.49 km from centre

                                      8.4

                                       

                                      19 reviews

                                      Set 47 km from Trough of Bowland and offering a garden, Holly Cottage offers accommodation in Cartmel. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and World of Beatrix Potter is 21 km away.

                                      This holiday home includes 2 bedrooms, a living room and a flat-screen TV, an equipped kitchen with a dining area, and 2 bathrooms with an a bath or shower and a washing machine. This holiday home also features a patio that doubles up as an outdoor dining area. The accommodation is non-smoking.

                                      Leeds Bradford International Airport is 115 km from the property.

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                                      Number Three, Yard 12 Kendal
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                                      Holiday home in Kendal · 12.15 km from centre

                                        9.4

                                         

                                        91 reviews

                                        Set in Kendal in the Cumbria region, with Kendal Castle nearby, Number Three, Yard 12 Kendal offers accommodation with free WiFi and free private parking. The property is situated 36 km from Trough of Bowland, 38 km from Askham Hall and 49 km from Derwentwater Lake. The property is non-smoking and is located 15 km from World of Beatrix Potter.

                                        The holiday home features 1 bedroom, a flat-screen TV with streaming services, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a bath. Towels and bed linen are featured in the holiday home. The accommodation offers a fireplace.

                                        Coniston Water is 37 km from the holiday home. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 104 km away.

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                                        Holiday home in Ulverston · 12.89 km from centre

                                          9.5

                                           

                                          8 reviews

                                          Old Cottage, a property with a garden, is situated in Ulverston, 22 km from World of Beatrix Potter, 46 km from Muncaster Castle, as well as 13 km from Coniston Water. This holiday home is 17 km from Hill Top. Free WiFi is available throughout the property and Lake Windermere is 20 km away.

                                          The holiday home has 1 bedroom, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with an oven and a microwave, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a walk-in shower. The accommodation is non-smoking.

                                          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 126 km from 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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