"Very helpful staff at reception.. room was very clean and comfortable, with a really nice decor. we were lucky in that we got parking on property but it is not guaranteed"
"Very helpful staff at reception.. room was very clean and comfortable, with a really nice decor. we were lucky in that we got parking on property but it is not guaranteed"
"I enjoyed my stay, the staff were really friendly and helpful, the room was large and comfortable and breakfast was good. The location is stunning, right on the lake near the ferry pier. I’d recommend staying here as a great base to explore the area"
"I enjoyed my stay, the staff were really friendly and helpful, the room was large and comfortable and breakfast was good. The location is stunning, right on the lake near the ferry pier. I’d recommend staying here as a great base to explore the area"
"Great location, centrally located for all of the trails, short walk into Grasmere was very convenient, restaurant was a great place to grab a good meal at the end of a long day"
"Great location, centrally located for all of the trails, short walk into Grasmere was very convenient, restaurant was a great place to grab a good meal at the end of a long day"
"Great location and friendly staff. Some of the decor could do with updating and the shower was unusually complex to use. Overall, a lovely place to stay, and I would recommend."
"Great location and friendly staff. Some of the decor could do with updating and the shower was unusually complex to use. Overall, a lovely place to stay, and I would recommend."
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
We visited the Lakes District for a 4 day vacation and came across this delightful boutique bed and breakfast lodge. We were absolutely delighted with our stay and thoroughly enjoyed it. The room, and the rest of the lodge, were tastefully decorated and cosy. The breakfast was excellent, being continental in style, but very large. The location is excellent, within walking distance of the main part of Bowness-on-Windermere, with multiple cafes and easy walking access to the pier. Parking is...
We visited the Lakes District for a 4 day vacation and came across this delightful boutique bed and breakfast lodge. We were absolutely delighted with our stay and thoroughly enjoyed it. The room, and the rest of the lodge, were tastefully decorated and cosy. The breakfast was excellent, being continental in style, but very large. The location is excellent, within walking distance of the main part of Bowness-on-Windermere, with multiple cafes and easy walking access to the pier. Parking is...
1692 Wasdale was the highlight of not just our visit to the Lake District but our entire holiday, which also included the Gotham and the Lowry in Manchester and the Montcalm in London. This place blew them out of the water. If we lived in the UK and not on the other side of the world, we would have already booked regular stays for the rest of the year. As it is we will be visiting again when next in England.
It's immaculately clean and well fitted out. Every inch of the place speaks to the...
1692 Wasdale was the highlight of not just our visit to the Lake District but our entire holiday, which also included the Gotham and the Lowry in Manchester and the Montcalm in London. This place blew them out of the water. If we lived in the UK and not on the other side of the world, we would have already booked regular stays for the rest of the year. As it is we will be visiting again when next in England.
It's immaculately clean and well fitted out. Every inch of the place speaks to the...
We spent three nights at St John's lodge and were glad that we had. The establishment is professionally run but with a very homely and friendly feel. It is located within easy walking distance of restaurants and the lake foreshore but is far enough away to ensure a great night's rest.
Real value for money.
We spent three nights at St John's lodge and were glad that we had. The establishment is professionally run but with a very homely and friendly feel. It is located within easy walking distance of restaurants and the lake foreshore but is far enough away to ensure a great night's rest.
Real value for money.
Bernard and Michelle were very friendly and helpful. Room was clean and good facilities. Quiet location but very handy to shops, restaurants and transport. If we were ever back in Bowness we would be happy to stay there again.
Bernard and Michelle were very friendly and helpful. Room was clean and good facilities. Quiet location but very handy to shops, restaurants and transport. If we were ever back in Bowness we would be happy to stay there again.
The staff were amazing, food was devine and atmosphere very welcoming. We were extremely comfortable but suggest may be time to replace mattresses.
If we are ever back this way the Brown Horse is where we will stay!
The staff were amazing, food was devine and atmosphere very welcoming. We were extremely comfortable but suggest may be time to replace mattresses.
If we are ever back this way the Brown Horse is where we will stay!
Anonymous traveller
Reviewed September 26, 2019Reviewed September 26, 2019
Vickie was so welcoming and very helpful, going out of her way to sort out our parking. The property is beautiful, comfortable and cosy and immaculate. Just a short walk into Penrith’s centre and all the pubs and shopping. Just up the road is an M&S food hall. I would love to stay here anytime.
Vickie was so welcoming and very helpful, going out of her way to sort out our parking. The property is beautiful, comfortable and cosy and immaculate. Just a short walk into Penrith’s centre and all the pubs and shopping. Just up the road is an M&S food hall. I would love to stay here anytime.
Mary-Anne
Reviewed September 24, 2026Reviewed September 24, 2026
No place to park while unloading car, if booked through Expedia we were required to pay for car parking, if booked direct then free!!! Quaint hotel but no lift.
No place to park while unloading car, if booked through Expedia we were required to pay for car parking, if booked direct then free!!! Quaint hotel but no lift.
Warm comfortable room in lovely hotel that is walking distance from lake. House was where Beatrix Potter took holidays & she eventually bought it for her mother. Love the whimsical touches such as carpets & wallpaper. Easy private parking included. Stairs to rooms on first & second floors but staff help with luggage if needed. Dinner & breakfast at the hotel restaurant were good.
Warm comfortable room in lovely hotel that is walking distance from lake. House was where Beatrix Potter took holidays & she eventually bought it for her mother. Love the whimsical touches such as carpets & wallpaper. Easy private parking included. Stairs to rooms on first & second floors but staff help with luggage if needed. Dinner & breakfast at the hotel restaurant were good.
Can’t fault this hotel. Everything was easy from parking to check-in and finding a great restaurant within walking distance. Complementary breakfast was a bonus too.
Can’t fault this hotel. Everything was easy from parking to check-in and finding a great restaurant within walking distance. Complementary breakfast was a bonus too.
Rob
Reviewed December 30, 2025Reviewed December 30, 2025
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