Guest Houses in the Lake District

CHILDREN NOT ALLOWED!!!! Strictly non-smoking. Guests who smoke on the premises will be charged the full cost of their stay plus one extra night and be removed from the premises. Close to all amenities, peaceful home from home, Vegetarians catered for, 4 poster beds for that special occasion, major credit/debit cards accepted, limited private parking, anglers welcome. Gay friendly. Minimum 3 nights bank holidays, 2 nights any other weekend. Please note that a 1 night stay deposit will be taken from credit/debit cards on booking. There is a 3% surcharge on all payments by credit card.If you book for 2 people, only 2 people will be allowed to stay, no children.

The Ivythwaite Lodge is hotel-class accommodation with the friendliness of a guest house. This pleasant retreat offers sumptuous jacuzzi spa baths and king-size four poster beds. Luxury is only a click away! Set minutes away from Bowness and Windermere in the heart of the Lake District, the Lodge is an ideal base for your Lake District holiday, with Ambleside and Keswick only a short drive away, through beautiful mountain scenery. Grasmere and Dove Cottage, the home of William Wordsworth are only a 20 minute drive from Ivythwaite Guest House, so whatever you choose to do, you will be able to enjoy the splendours that the Lake District has to offer. A 15 minute stroll will take you to the lively village of Bowness and the shores of Lake Windermere, where you can take a cruise or hire a rowing boat. Nearby there are also numerous pubs and restaurants to choose from and a wide selection of Lakeland curio shops. We have our own private off-road parking and are set in our own garden, where guests can relax in quiet surroundings.

Beautiful Victorian Villa enjoying a tranquil location yet only a few minutes walk from the centres of Windermere and Bowness -The heart of the Lake District National Park - making it an ideal base from which to explore Lakeland.The highest standards prevail and the lovely en-suite bedrooms (5 superb Four Posters) are immaculate and have been thoughtfully designed to ensure maximum guest comfort; quality beds - colour televisions - hairdryers - welcome trays. Start the day with a freshly cooked hearty grill or perhaps a succulent fruit platter served in the delightful dining room.A warm friendly atmosphere and genuine hospitality is assured. 5 Star AA & Visit Britain - Silver Award 2000 ETC - Sparkling Diamond - Warm Welcome Awards received annually until closure of RAC Hotel Services. Excellent Private Car Park - Children over 10 years. Non Smoking Throughout. Quality accommodation offering exceptional value.Please note we are unable to accept American Express

Glenville House is a four star guest house property situated just off Church Street (A591). Ideally located just a short walk from both the centre of Windermere and Bowness at the heart of the English Lake District. This traditionally built Lakeland-stone house sits in its own gardens; the atmosphere is relaxed and tranquil. Upon entry guests will be immediately aware that Glenville still holds a lot of its original character. All 6 bedrooms are of a comfortable size. Consisting of 4 Classic Doubles and 2 Superior Double rooms, which have been refurbished in early 2007. Classic rooms have King sized beds. Superior rooms are even larger and have a bath and shower in the en-suite, one of these rooms is located on the ground floor overlooking the front garden and the other has a Super King sized bed. All rooms have en-suite facilities with luxury toiletries and bathrobes provided. Widescreen flat TV with Freeview, CD clock/radio and an enhanced welcome tray, which is replenished daily. At the Glenville staff believe it is important to start the day right, and the delicious freshly cooked Traditional Cumbrian Breakfast, with many locally produced ingredients takes some beating, vegetarians and special diets are catered for if guests inform the hotel of their requirements upon making their booking. With over 70 restaurants and eating houses within a 10-minute walk of Glenville House, guests will be spoilt for choice for dinner each evening. Windermere is the central location for tourism in the Lake District and Glenville House is ideally situated a couple of minutes walk from the main village, with its excellent shops, fine restaurants and bistros. From the doorstep there are many walks without the need to use a car. An easy walk down into Bowness and there is the home to the world of Beatrix Potter. Walk throughout Bowness to the lakeshore where you will find the pier that takes the lake cruises from Bowness to Ambleside, or Lakeside where you can enjoy the Aquarium of the lake or journey a little further on one of the steam trains on the Haverthwaite and lakeside railway. There are many things to do to suit all tastes within easy reach either by car or on one of the many trips organised in the area guests are truly spoilt for choice. Glenville House are delighted to recommend visitor attractions, and are sure a visit to any one of them will make your stay more enjoyable. For the more adventurous and athletic information can be provided on both guided or unguided walks once guests arrive.PLEASE NOTE CHILDREN ARE NOT PERMITTED TO STAY AT THE HOTEL.

Warm, comfortable en suite rooms with king size beds. 5 minute walk to town centre and 10 minutes walk to Derwentwater. Good freshly prepared food. We are totally non-smoking. Children over the age of 5 years only accepted. Bank Holidays - 3 night bookings only accepted. Please note - early arrival times by arrangement.