St John's Lodge (incl off-site health club)

4.0 star property
Bed & breakfast with a full-service spa, near World of Beatrix Potter

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Indoor pool
Sauna, steam room, deep-tissue massages, prenatal massages
Hallway
Front of property
Gym
St John's Lodge offers a quiet getaway near Lake Windermere with access to an off-site health club. Guests can book a deep-tissue massage, relax in the garden, or browse the library. The property is praised for its excellent breakfast and helpful staff.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • 24/7 front desk
  • Pool
  • Housekeeping
The current price is NZ$320
includes taxes & fees
8 Oct - 9 Oct

Room options

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King Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2022
  • 25 sq m
  • City view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Cosy Double Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(11 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2022
Blackout curtains
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Superior Double Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2022
Blackout curtains
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Small Double Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Smart TV
Renovated in 2022
Blackout curtains
Premium bedding
  • 12 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Large King Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(7 reviews)

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Fridge
Smart TV
Renovated in 2022
  • 30 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
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About the area

Located in Windermere, St John's Lodge (incl off-site health club) is in the entertainment district and near a boardwalk. Bowness Pier and Blackwell, The Arts & Crafts House are notable landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Windermere. World of Beatrix Potter and Windermere Golf Club are two other places to visit that come recommended. Kayaking and snorkelling offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and ziplining nearby.
Map
Lake Road, Windermere, England, LA23 2EQ

What's nearby

  • Lake Windermere - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • World of Beatrix Potter - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Bowness Pier - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Windermere Golf Club - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Blackwell, The Arts & Crafts House - 5 min drive - 3.6 km

Getting around

  • Windermere Station - 16 min walk
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 99 min drive

Restaurants

  • Homeground
  • Cafe Italia
  • ‪Beresfords Restaurant - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Urban Food House - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Tilly Bar & Kitchen - ‬11 min walk

About this property

St John's Lodge (incl off-site health club)

Upscale bed & breakfast remodelled in 2022 and located near World of Beatrix Potter
Located close to Bowness Pier and Lake Windermere, St John's Lodge (incl off-site health club) provides free full breakfast, a free daily manager's reception and a terrace. Treat yourself to a massage at the on-site spa. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as a garden and a library.
Additional perks include:
  • An indoor pool
  • Free self-parking
  • Access to a nearby indoor pool, access to a nearby health club and express check-out
  • Express check-in, secured bike storage and coffee/tea in reception
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the breakfast, helpful staff and walkable location
Room features
All rooms are individually furnished, and include comforts such as premium bedding, as well as perks such as free WiFi and safes. Guest reviews highly rate the cleanliness, overall comfort rooms at the property.
More conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • 32-inch Smart TVs with digital channels
  • LED light bulbs, electric kettles and heating

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free offsite parking within 50 metres
  • Street parking available
  • Free self parking on site
  • Free RV/bus/lorry parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • A bar/lounge
  • Coffee and tea in common areas
  • Free daily manager's reception

Things to do

  • Bicycle storage
  • Bicycle tours
  • Books
  • Full-service spa
  • Indoor pool
  • Indoor pool (guest access)
  • Library
  • Sauna
  • Steam room
  • Stereo
  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • 24-hour front desk
  • Guidebooks
  • Laundry facilities
  • Lockers
  • Luggage storage
  • Safe at front desk
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Vending machine

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)
  • Multilingual staff
  • Proposal/romance packages
  • Tour and ticket assistance

Business services

  • Business centre
  • Computer station
  • Meeting room

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Picnic area
  • Terrace

Full-service spa

  • Deep-tissue massages
  • Prenatal massages
  • Sauna
  • Spa open daily
  • Sports massages
  • Steam room

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • 1 building
  • 4 floors
  • Built in 1880
  • Communal living room
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Reception hall
  • Renovated entire property - May 2022
  • Smoke-free property
  • Traditional architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Blackout drapes
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Champagne service
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Free bottled water
  • Restaurant dining guides

More

  • Electrical adapters
  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board
  • LED lighting
  • Safe
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 10:30 AM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-in available
Minimum check-in age - 16

Check-out

Check-out before 11:30 AM
Contactless check-out
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival at the property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children 6 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 6 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, mobile payments and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Long-term renters welcome
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties
Pool access available from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM
Reservations are required for massage services; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation
Children 6 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the hot tub
Guests under 16 years old are not allowed in the spa
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

National rating

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

St Johns Lodge Windermere
St Johns Windermere
St John's Lodge incl off-site health club Windermere
St John's Lodge incl off-site health club
St John's incl off-site health club Windermere
St John's incl off-site health club
St John's incl offsite health
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St John's Incl Off Site Health
St John's Lodge (incl off site health club)
St John's Lodge (incl off-site health club) Windermere
St John's Lodge (incl off-site health club) Bed & breakfast

Frequently asked questions

Does St John's Lodge (incl off-site health club) have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool access is from 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM.

How much does it cost to stay at St John's Lodge (incl off-site health club)?

As of 20 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at St John's Lodge (incl off-site health club) on 8 Oct 2025 start from NZ$320.03, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is St John's Lodge (incl off-site health club) pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at St John's Lodge (incl off-site health club)?

Self-parking is free at this property; nearby parking is also free.

What time is check-in at St John's Lodge (incl off-site health club)?

Check-in start time: 10:30 AM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at St John's Lodge (incl off-site health club)?

Checkout is at 11:30 AM.

Where is St John's Lodge (incl off-site health club) located?

Situated in the historical district, this spa bed & breakfast is within a 15-minute walk of World of Beatrix Potter and Lake Windermere. Bowness Pier and Windermere Golf Club are also within 2 mi (3 km). Windermere Station is 16 minutes by foot.

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St John's Lodge (incl off-site health club) Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 315 out of 348 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 348 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 348 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 348 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 348 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

9.8/10

Amenities

9.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Menderes

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fabulous stay -- the room was very comfortable, the included breakfast was amazing, and the staff could not be nicer or more accommodating. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Debbie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very comfortable room we stayed in,lovely breakfast and a big choice on the menu,staff and Richard the owner where very pleasant and helpful, would highly recommend st johns lodge. Xxxx
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location between Windermere and Bowness
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Louise

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a wonderful hotel. Greated by the owner when we arrived, explained everything about the hotel, offered to help us with the local area if we didn’t know how to get around. The breakfast choice was immense and everything we had was beautifully presented and perfectly cooked. Rich and Ada were both very welcoming and nothing was too much trouble. We will definitely stay here again. Location is perfect, the same distance from Bowness and Windermere and both being walkable
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Madison

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I had a great stay!
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mr Raymond

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great hotel room and the best breakfast ever. Highly recommend the place.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

We have stayed in Windermere a few times but St John’s Lodge is by far the best place we have ever stayed in, excellent accommodation wonderful breakfast and lovely staff. We would highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

emily

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
This place is just brilliant and we stay here now every time we come to Windermere. I recommend here to all my friends and colleagues who look for places to stay. Location is perfect, staff are fantastic, and a peaceful night sleep on offer with beautiful breakfast. What more could you want?
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Elijah

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Rich & Ada very accommodating!

Amazing location, very tidy and comfortable rooms. Nice cute lodge to stay at with your partner or friends
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Suzanne

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property was well located within walking distance to the lake at Bowness. The room was very well equipped with everything you could possibly need. The free breakfast was excellent with the best choice we had ever seen. The staff were amazing, being so attentive and engaging.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Everything you could ask for. Lovely cosy property with friendly owners and a very comfortable night's sleep
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alex

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing

Honestly one of best places I have stayed. Such a lovely area and Richard was amazing. He was very kind and very helpful. Everything was amazing from the room to the breakfast in the morning. Definitely will be planning on staying again. Me and my friend really loved our stay and both agreed to stay again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Eva

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Such an excellent option! The location is ideal. Rich Downs and his wife are welcoming and generous hosts. The English breakfast options are impressive and delicious. I highly recommend this charming guest house.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

The property was immaculate the service excellent nothing too much trouble,location spot on i would certainly recommend to anyone
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We enjoyed very much staying at this place. Room with nice decoration and comfortable bed. Staff very friendly and helpful. The breakfast in the morning is the best i have ever had. We recomend this place.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A good location, great breakfast and friendly hosts combined for a lovely stay. I used the health club and went at a quite busy time (after work slot), I would advise visiting outside the peak hours if you can. Facilities at the gym/spa were great, it was just busy and not as clean etc as a result. Overall a great stay and will stay again next time i am in the area.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Aju

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great location and hosts

St Johns lodge is located conveniently to various amenities around bowness and windermere. rooms and facilities are top notch. Hosts Rich and Ada took personal interest to ensure the stay went well. Excellent breakfast. cherry on top was the free offsite spa facilities we had access after a long tiring hike.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Tony

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely place, lovely couple who run the B&B, great facilities, right in the middle of Windermere and Bowness so lots of things to do and see. Highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liam

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely accommodation and great breakfast but the best thing about St. John's Lodge has to be the owners. Very welcoming and attentive throughout our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Aimee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, wonderful staff and breakfast. Off site spa a great feature too, would definitely recommend
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Brian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Amazing, the best B&B we have ever stayed in
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Bradley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Breakfast was really nice Host was amazing and give us all the information we needed about the area
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Wonderful stay. Rich and staff were especially responsive to my needs, going out of their way to help. Room 3 is fantastic and the breakfasts were superb. Try the salmon bagel! Will return.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great mini break

Great host and great stay probably the best breakfast I’ve had too , perfect location and great room
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

maria

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Rich was so helpful and the breakfast was delicious. The whole place is spotless I really don't know how he keeps everywhere so clean .Also the attention to detail, a fridge, fresh milk, good toiletries ,cotton buds etc I can't praise the place enough.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025