Rum Doodle, Windermere B&B
$117
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Avg. for September
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$117
/ night
Avg. for September
Monthly average prices
Nightly prices at Rum Doodle, Windermere B&B average $72 in January, the cheapest month, and $118 in August, the most expensive, based on the last 12 months.
| Month | Average price |
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| January | $72 |
| February | $79 |
| March | $82 |
| April | $90 |
| May | $106 |
| June | $105 |
| July | $117 |
| August | $118 |
| September | $117 |
| October | $83 |
| November | $78 |
| December | $74 |
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Most expensive: August (~$118)
Cheapest: January (~$72)
About this property
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
Amenities
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.
Dining
A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM.
Rooms
Stay in one of 9 guestrooms featuring flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include electric kettles, housekeeping is provided daily, and irons/ironing boards can be requested.
Location
When you stay at Rum Doodle B&B in Windermere, you'll be in a national park, within a 15-minute walk of Lake Windermere and Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories. This guesthouse is 14 mi (22.6 km) from Ullswater and 0.6 mi (1 km) from World of Beatrix Potter.
What's nearby
Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories(0.6 miles)
World of Beatrix Potter(0.6 miles)
Old Laundry Theatre(0.7 miles)
Lake Windermere(0.7 miles)
Bowness Pier(0.9 miles)
Lyth Valley(1.1 miles)
Orrest Head(1.5 miles)
Windermere Golf Club(1.6 miles)
Windermere Ferry(2 miles)
Holehird Gardens(2.3 miles)
Blackwell, The Arts & Crafts House(2.4 miles)
Claife Viewing Station and Windermere West Shore(2.6 miles)
Treetop Trek(3.1 miles)
Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre(3.1 miles)
Townend(3.4 miles)
The nearest major airport is Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.)(90.8 miles)
Parking
Breakfast in the Room
Non-Smoking Rooms
Garden
Golf Course (nearby)
Hiking
Location
Sunny Bank Road, Windermere, England, United Kingdom
Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories (0.6 miles)
World of Beatrix Potter (0.6 miles)
Old Laundry Theatre (0.7 miles)
Lake Windermere (0.7 miles)
Bowness Pier (0.9 miles)
Lyth Valley (1.1 miles)
Guest reviews
9.4
Superb
Based on 910 verified reviews
Who stays here?
Business
1%
Couple
85%
Family
6%
Group
5%
Solo
1%
What guests think
AI-generated summary based on recent guest reviews
At Rum Doodle, Windermere B&B, travellers praise the walkable location between Windermere and Bowness, consistently excellent made-to-order breakfasts (often served in-room), friendly hosts, and generally very clean, comfortable rooms that feel thoughtfully decorated.
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At Rum Doodle, Windermere B&B, travellers praise the walkable location between Windermere and Bowness, consistently excellent made-to-order breakfasts (often served in-room), friendly hosts, and generally very clean, comfortable rooms that feel thoughtfully decorated.
Some rooms have layout quirks—like baths under low, slanted ceilings—or can feel small, with occasional noise reported. Parking is available on site but the steep, tight driveway and limited spaces can be tricky. Some also mention minor cleanliness lapses or a cramped dining area. Expect a charming, small-scale B&B experience.
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Facilities
On-site parking is available, but several guests note the steep, tight driveway and limited space; street parking is sometimes used when full.
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Carolyn
Sep 3, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent location - easy walk to town. Parking at the property and excellent breakfast. Friendly and efficient service.
Excellent location - easy walk to town. Parking at the property and excellent breakfast. Friendly and efficient service.
10
R
Nov 21, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
I stayed a few nights for work. The room was beautiful, warm on arrival and spotlessly clean. The parking up the steep drive can be a bit tricky and there was no space for me on the second night so I had to park in the next street. This wasn’t ideal but everything else was great so I’ve not marked them down for it. Breakfast was out of this world!
I stayed a few nights for work. The room was beautiful, warm on arrival and spotlessly clean. The parking up the steep drive can be a bit tricky and there was no space for me on the second night so I had to park in the next street. This wasn’t ideal but everything else was great so I’ve not marked them down for it. Breakfast was out of this world!
10
sarah
Apr 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely B&B in a great location. 10 mins walk in either direction to shops, cafes and restaurants. The lake is just a few minutes more in the one direction. Car parking available. Lovely rooms. Very clean. Most comfortable nights sleep I've had in a very long time. (I'd love to know where the mattress and pillows are from so I can purchase for home) I arrived several hours early prior to check in and was allowed to leave my car whilst I went out for the afternoon. I was given my room key at this point too. Breakfast in the morning was plentiful and very delishious too. We had a lovely stay and would stay again. Have recommended to a friend already. Thanks. Sarah
Lovely B&B in a great location. 10 mins walk in either direction to shops, cafes and restaurants. The lake is just a few minutes more in the one direction. Car parking available. Lovely rooms. Very clean. Most comfortable nights sleep I've had in a very long time. (I'd love to know where the mattress and pillows are from so I can purchase for home) I arrived several hours early prior to check in and was allowed to leave my car whilst I went out for the afternoon. I was given my room key at this point too. Breakfast in the morning was plentiful and very delishious too. We had a lovely stay and would stay again. Have recommended to a friend already. Thanks. Sarah
10
NICOLA
Aug 21, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Had a lovely stay at the Rum Doodle - owner & staff very helpful and friendly! Enjoyed their lovely homemade cake and tea on arrival! Off road parking and very near to both Windermere and Bowness! Super breakfast - the pancakes a must! Would definitely recommend a stay here!
Had a lovely stay at the Rum Doodle - owner & staff very helpful and friendly! Enjoyed their lovely homemade cake and tea on arrival! Off road parking and very near to both Windermere and Bowness! Super breakfast - the pancakes a must! Would definitely recommend a stay here!
10
David
Sep 22, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very clean free parking which was good very good breakfast. £5 for taxi to Bowness in Windermere. Definitely worth a visit
Very clean free parking which was good very good breakfast. £5 for taxi to Bowness in Windermere. Definitely worth a visit
10
Abbie
May 14, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Absolutely gorgeous stay at Rum Doodle. Staff couldn’t have been nicer, felt welcomed from the moment they met us at the door. The room was decorated beautifully, exactly what we needed for a few days away. All sorts of amenities and extras - the breakfast options were vast and really tasty. The only thing worth mentioning is parking is up a very tight small hill and when there is a lot of cars in it does get a little difficult. Nothing that would stop us from making a return though. Will absolutely be booking again in future. Thank you for a thoroughly lovely stay!
Absolutely gorgeous stay at Rum Doodle. Staff couldn’t have been nicer, felt welcomed from the moment they met us at the door. The room was decorated beautifully, exactly what we needed for a few days away. All sorts of amenities and extras - the breakfast options were vast and really tasty. The only thing worth mentioning is parking is up a very tight small hill and when there is a lot of cars in it does get a little difficult. Nothing that would stop us from making a return though. Will absolutely be booking again in future. Thank you for a thoroughly lovely stay!
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Simon
Mar 1, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The Rum Doodle was in a great location with easy private parking. The hosts made me feel welcome and the room was exactly as shown. Great breakfast menu and they made a packed breakfast for my last day due to an early start.
The Rum Doodle was in a great location with easy private parking. The hosts made me feel welcome and the room was exactly as shown. Great breakfast menu and they made a packed breakfast for my last day due to an early start.
10
Michelle
Oct 26, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
A beautiful and unique B & B. We had a beautiful room with a free standing bath. Beautifully decorated throughout. There were a lot of stairs.. so if that’s not for you.. be aware! Parking was tight but manageable. We did walk home from town, but it was a bit of a hike after a long day. Staff were lovely and breakfast was wonderful.
A beautiful and unique B & B. We had a beautiful room with a free standing bath. Beautifully decorated throughout. There were a lot of stairs.. so if that’s not for you.. be aware! Parking was tight but manageable. We did walk home from town, but it was a bit of a hike after a long day. Staff were lovely and breakfast was wonderful.
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David
Aug 27, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Rum Doodle was almost everything we could of asked for. Was a beautiful building with off road parking available. It was located half way between the busy lakeside and the top of Windermere. The staff were very friendly and the breakfast was a great way to start the day. The only issue we had was in room 8, that we had booked, the bathtub was in the corner of the bedroom. This was against the slanted ceiling, which made showering impossible. This was not mentioned in the room description, otherwise we would have selected a different room.
Rum Doodle was almost everything we could of asked for. Was a beautiful building with off road parking available. It was located half way between the busy lakeside and the top of Windermere. The staff were very friendly and the breakfast was a great way to start the day. The only issue we had was in room 8, that we had booked, the bathtub was in the corner of the bedroom. This was against the slanted ceiling, which made showering impossible. This was not mentioned in the room description, otherwise we would have selected a different room.
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Helene
Mar 28, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Brilliant breakfast and parking available at property.
Brilliant breakfast and parking available at property.
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Cleanliness
Reviews consistently describe rooms as very clean or spotless, with only a few mentions of lapses like stained carpet or stray hairs.
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Lauren
Feb 7, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
Really lovely stay at Rum Doodle. Staff were very friendly, we were offered a glass of wine on arrival (which was much needed after a 6hr journey!) and everyone was very attentive during breakast service & housekeeping duties. Room was lovely, very clean and spacious. Nice comfortable bed, great to have tea making facilities in the room. Breakfast was lovely & all freshly cooked. There was nothing during our stay that was a problem or concern.
Really lovely stay at Rum Doodle. Staff were very friendly, we were offered a glass of wine on arrival (which was much needed after a 6hr journey!) and everyone was very attentive during breakast service & housekeeping duties. Room was lovely, very clean and spacious. Nice comfortable bed, great to have tea making facilities in the room. Breakfast was lovely & all freshly cooked. There was nothing during our stay that was a problem or concern.
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Andrew
Oct 7, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Clean, comfortable B&B with excellent Breakfast. Great value and will stay there again.
Clean, comfortable B&B with excellent Breakfast. Great value and will stay there again.
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rachel
Aug 3, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Pleasant stay with a few drawbacks. The room was spacious and the bed very comfortable, making for a relaxing base. Staff were friendly and helpful—especially appreciated the lovely walk recommendation. Breakfast was good quality ingredients and nice, although the dining area felt a bit cramped. Unfortunately, cleanliness let the room down slightly, with stained carpets and hairs on the bathroom floor on arrival. Noise from the room above was quite disruptive, especially being woken at 1am. With better soundproofing and a deeper clean, it could have been a perfect stay.
Pleasant stay with a few drawbacks. The room was spacious and the bed very comfortable, making for a relaxing base. Staff were friendly and helpful—especially appreciated the lovely walk recommendation. Breakfast was good quality ingredients and nice, although the dining area felt a bit cramped. Unfortunately, cleanliness let the room down slightly, with stained carpets and hairs on the bathroom floor on arrival. Noise from the room above was quite disruptive, especially being woken at 1am. With better soundproofing and a deeper clean, it could have been a perfect stay.
10
sharon
Oct 24, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely clean room and great variety at breakfast
Lovely clean room and great variety at breakfast
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Paul
Nov 28, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
very clean new refit bathroom great hosts great breakfast great location worth visit
very clean new refit bathroom great hosts great breakfast great location worth visit
10
Darla
May 7, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
The entire neighborhood was straight out of a fairytale. Room was beautifully furnished and spotless. Luxury sheets, comfy bed, fluffy pillows. Choices for breakfast were amazing and delicious! Highly recommend.
The entire neighborhood was straight out of a fairytale. Room was beautifully furnished and spotless. Luxury sheets, comfy bed, fluffy pillows. Choices for breakfast were amazing and delicious! Highly recommend.
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Kish
Sep 2, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Very clean and quiet place.
Very clean and quiet place.
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Kelly
Jun 24, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful place to stay in an ideal location. Bedrooms and bathroom were immaculate super comfy and the breakfast was incredible, we will definitely be back x
Beautiful place to stay in an ideal location. Bedrooms and bathroom were immaculate super comfy and the breakfast was incredible, we will definitely be back x
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STEVEN
Apr 12, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location, friendly staff, excellent breakfast and very clean room - perfect!
Great location, friendly staff, excellent breakfast and very clean room - perfect!
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Jenna
Dec 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
The room (number 2) was immaculate! We loved having breakfast in the room, and the bathroom and bedroom was incredible! We both slept like babies....the bed was so comfy the best hotel bed ever! Can't wait to return! Thank you Rum Doodle!!
The room (number 2) was immaculate! We loved having breakfast in the room, and the bathroom and bedroom was incredible! We both slept like babies....the bed was so comfy the best hotel bed ever! Can't wait to return! Thank you Rum Doodle!!
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Rooms
Rooms are comfortable and attractively decorated, with some spacious options. However, certain rooms have awkward layouts (baths under low, slanted ceilings), can feel small, and noise from above is sometimes heard.
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Lyn
Jun 19, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
This place was delightful! We stayed in the Summit room and enjoyed having the extra sitting room. Clean and modern furnishings and lovely hosts.
This place was delightful! We stayed in the Summit room and enjoyed having the extra sitting room. Clean and modern furnishings and lovely hosts.
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Susan
Jul 4, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Our stay was enjoyable, however the room had a bath with shower attached within the bedroom . This would have been ok had my husband not been very tall. This is not an ideal room as the ceiling is on a slant and low.
Our stay was enjoyable, however the room had a bath with shower attached within the bedroom . This would have been ok had my husband not been very tall. This is not an ideal room as the ceiling is on a slant and low.
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rachel
Aug 3, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Pleasant stay with a few drawbacks. The room was spacious and the bed very comfortable, making for a relaxing base. Staff were friendly and helpful—especially appreciated the lovely walk recommendation. Breakfast was good quality ingredients and nice, although the dining area felt a bit cramped. Unfortunately, cleanliness let the room down slightly, with stained carpets and hairs on the bathroom floor on arrival. Noise from the room above was quite disruptive, especially being woken at 1am. With better soundproofing and a deeper clean, it could have been a perfect stay.
Pleasant stay with a few drawbacks. The room was spacious and the bed very comfortable, making for a relaxing base. Staff were friendly and helpful—especially appreciated the lovely walk recommendation. Breakfast was good quality ingredients and nice, although the dining area felt a bit cramped. Unfortunately, cleanliness let the room down slightly, with stained carpets and hairs on the bathroom floor on arrival. Noise from the room above was quite disruptive, especially being woken at 1am. With better soundproofing and a deeper clean, it could have been a perfect stay.
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Lorraine
Jun 27, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff helpful and friendly, waitress at breakfast was amazing! The room however was small and stuffy with a view only of slates on the roof, and very squeaky floorboards! The bed was very uncomfortable! If we came back we’d ask to not have room 3
Staff helpful and friendly, waitress at breakfast was amazing! The room however was small and stuffy with a view only of slates on the roof, and very squeaky floorboards! The bed was very uncomfortable! If we came back we’d ask to not have room 3
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Ryan
Apr 29, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
We really enjoyed our stay. Room 9 is great, more like a mini suit. Breakfast is great.
We really enjoyed our stay. Room 9 is great, more like a mini suit. Breakfast is great.
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Deborah
Nov 1, 2023
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Stayed 3 nights
Lovely hotel, friendly staff and yummy food. We stayed in the Jungle Room on the ground floor where breakfast is served in your room which suited us well. The shutters on the windows do let in light, but didn't bother us with being almost winter, also as the room is next to the kitchen and front door you do get noise at breakfast but not till around 8am, but again didn't bother us as we were up anyway. Very accommodating to my vegan diet. Bed was a bit creaky but super comfy and didnt effect our sleep. Great location right between Bowness and Windermere, set away from the busy road on a quiet side road. Free parking on the car park, but be warned, it's very tight, not advisable if you have a huge car. However there is parking available on the road.
Lovely hotel, friendly staff and yummy food. We stayed in the Jungle Room on the ground floor where breakfast is served in your room which suited us well. The shutters on the windows do let in light, but didn't bother us with being almost winter, also as the room is next to the kitchen and front door you do get noise at breakfast but not till around 8am, but again didn't bother us as we were up anyway. Very accommodating to my vegan diet. Bed was a bit creaky but super comfy and didnt effect our sleep. Great location right between Bowness and Windermere, set away from the busy road on a quiet side road. Free parking on the car park, but be warned, it's very tight, not advisable if you have a huge car. However there is parking available on the road.
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Michelle
Oct 26, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
A beautiful and unique B & B. We had a beautiful room with a free standing bath. Beautifully decorated throughout. There were a lot of stairs.. so if that’s not for you.. be aware! Parking was tight but manageable. We did walk home from town, but it was a bit of a hike after a long day. Staff were lovely and breakfast was wonderful.
A beautiful and unique B & B. We had a beautiful room with a free standing bath. Beautifully decorated throughout. There were a lot of stairs.. so if that’s not for you.. be aware! Parking was tight but manageable. We did walk home from town, but it was a bit of a hike after a long day. Staff were lovely and breakfast was wonderful.
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steven
Aug 9, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
We had a lovely stay at this well presented property. Our room was spacious with a separate seating area with TV from the bedroom. Breakfast was absolutely fantastic and cooked to order. We will definitely return, thank you.
We had a lovely stay at this well presented property. Our room was spacious with a separate seating area with TV from the bedroom. Breakfast was absolutely fantastic and cooked to order. We will definitely return, thank you.
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David
Aug 27, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
Rum Doodle was almost everything we could of asked for. Was a beautiful building with off road parking available. It was located half way between the busy lakeside and the top of Windermere. The staff were very friendly and the breakfast was a great way to start the day. The only issue we had was in room 8, that we had booked, the bathtub was in the corner of the bedroom. This was against the slanted ceiling, which made showering impossible. This was not mentioned in the room description, otherwise we would have selected a different room.
Rum Doodle was almost everything we could of asked for. Was a beautiful building with off road parking available. It was located half way between the busy lakeside and the top of Windermere. The staff were very friendly and the breakfast was a great way to start the day. The only issue we had was in room 8, that we had booked, the bathtub was in the corner of the bedroom. This was against the slanted ceiling, which made showering impossible. This was not mentioned in the room description, otherwise we would have selected a different room.
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Lucie
Aug 18, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Rum Doodle is all you expect from a country B&B in the UK. Very friendly staff, fabulous breakfasts and gorgeous accommodations. Our room (no 2) was on the ground floor and while not overly large, had space for our own breakfast table so we had breakfast served to us in our room. The bedding and towels were luxurious and the afternoon coffee and cake were delicious. The location was a short 10 minute walk from Windermere station and about 15-20 walk to Bowness. The local pub, The Brookside, was a bonus and great to have something close on a very wet summer evening. Highly recommended.
Rum Doodle is all you expect from a country B&B in the UK. Very friendly staff, fabulous breakfasts and gorgeous accommodations. Our room (no 2) was on the ground floor and while not overly large, had space for our own breakfast table so we had breakfast served to us in our room. The bedding and towels were luxurious and the afternoon coffee and cake were delicious. The location was a short 10 minute walk from Windermere station and about 15-20 walk to Bowness. The local pub, The Brookside, was a bonus and great to have something close on a very wet summer evening. Highly recommended.
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Service
Service is warmly praised as friendly, welcoming and attentive, with thoughtful touches on arrival and helpful hosts. One guest found the approach inflexible regarding requests and early restroom access.
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Garry
Jul 22, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Perfect in every way. We were bowled over by the sheer high standard of the room down to the finest details. Super comfortable. Host exceptionally friendly. Breakfast was of the highest possible standard. Altogether fantastic Will definitely stay again.
Perfect in every way. We were bowled over by the sheer high standard of the room down to the finest details. Super comfortable. Host exceptionally friendly. Breakfast was of the highest possible standard. Altogether fantastic Will definitely stay again.
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Lauren
Feb 7, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
Really lovely stay at Rum Doodle. Staff were very friendly, we were offered a glass of wine on arrival (which was much needed after a 6hr journey!) and everyone was very attentive during breakast service & housekeeping duties. Room was lovely, very clean and spacious. Nice comfortable bed, great to have tea making facilities in the room. Breakfast was lovely & all freshly cooked. There was nothing during our stay that was a problem or concern.
Really lovely stay at Rum Doodle. Staff were very friendly, we were offered a glass of wine on arrival (which was much needed after a 6hr journey!) and everyone was very attentive during breakast service & housekeeping duties. Room was lovely, very clean and spacious. Nice comfortable bed, great to have tea making facilities in the room. Breakfast was lovely & all freshly cooked. There was nothing during our stay that was a problem or concern.
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Sarah
Jun 23, 2023
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Stayed 4 nights
The staff at the rum doodle are outstanding!!! The rooms are incredibly clean the breakfast is also amazing. What really sets it apart however is the amazing service from the staff.
The staff at the rum doodle are outstanding!!! The rooms are incredibly clean the breakfast is also amazing. What really sets it apart however is the amazing service from the staff.
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Michele
Jul 14, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
A fabulous B&B, super clean, helpful, friendly staff & great location. Good value.
A fabulous B&B, super clean, helpful, friendly staff & great location. Good value.
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Simon
Mar 1, 2025
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Stayed 3 nights
The Rum Doodle was in a great location with easy private parking. The hosts made me feel welcome and the room was exactly as shown. Great breakfast menu and they made a packed breakfast for my last day due to an early start.
The Rum Doodle was in a great location with easy private parking. The hosts made me feel welcome and the room was exactly as shown. Great breakfast menu and they made a packed breakfast for my last day due to an early start.
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STEVEN
Apr 12, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Great location, friendly staff, excellent breakfast and very clean room - perfect!
Great location, friendly staff, excellent breakfast and very clean room - perfect!
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Geoffrey
May 12, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Warm welcome at check in,coffee and cake offered !
Warm welcome at check in,coffee and cake offered !
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Joanne
Dec 3, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Hostess wasn’t accommodating. Arrived 20 minutes early for check in and I wasn’t allowed to use a toilet after a long drive. Next morning , I asked whether I could have beans with my bacon and egg and got told no because that was only an option for a vegetarian breakfast. Lovely b&b but let down with the service
Hostess wasn’t accommodating. Arrived 20 minutes early for check in and I wasn’t allowed to use a toilet after a long drive. Next morning , I asked whether I could have beans with my bacon and egg and got told no because that was only an option for a vegetarian breakfast. Lovely b&b but let down with the service
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Ashley
Jul 4, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Staff were very friendly and accommodation was perfectly located for us
Staff were very friendly and accommodation was perfectly located for us
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shirley
Jan 21, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
On arrival we were greeted by the friendly hostess with the offer of a hot drink and a nice chat. Our room was lovely, clean and very comfortable with refreshments and toiletries provided, also a lovely hot shower. The breakfast was amazing, couldn't be better, with a lovely cheerful lady serving who couldn't do enough for you. Would recommend.
On arrival we were greeted by the friendly hostess with the offer of a hot drink and a nice chat. Our room was lovely, clean and very comfortable with refreshments and toiletries provided, also a lovely hot shower. The breakfast was amazing, couldn't be better, with a lovely cheerful lady serving who couldn't do enough for you. Would recommend.
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Location
Conveniently positioned between Windermere and Bowness with easy walking access to both, as well as nearby transport and the station. A few noted the walk back can feel like a hike after a long day.
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Lorell
Aug 9, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Lovely B&B in an older home. Clean and well cared for. I’m a convenient location for bus transportation and accessing both Windermere and Bowness
Lovely B&B in an older home. Clean and well cared for. I’m a convenient location for bus transportation and accessing both Windermere and Bowness
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Carolyn
Sep 3, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Excellent location - easy walk to town. Parking at the property and excellent breakfast. Friendly and efficient service.
Excellent location - easy walk to town. Parking at the property and excellent breakfast. Friendly and efficient service.
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Ben
Sep 3, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Fantastic property for a stay in the lake district with walking distance to Bowness and Windermere with a delicious Breakfast
Fantastic property for a stay in the lake district with walking distance to Bowness and Windermere with a delicious Breakfast
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sarah
Apr 19, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely B&B in a great location. 10 mins walk in either direction to shops, cafes and restaurants. The lake is just a few minutes more in the one direction. Car parking available. Lovely rooms. Very clean. Most comfortable nights sleep I've had in a very long time. (I'd love to know where the mattress and pillows are from so I can purchase for home) I arrived several hours early prior to check in and was allowed to leave my car whilst I went out for the afternoon. I was given my room key at this point too. Breakfast in the morning was plentiful and very delishious too. We had a lovely stay and would stay again. Have recommended to a friend already. Thanks. Sarah
Lovely B&B in a great location. 10 mins walk in either direction to shops, cafes and restaurants. The lake is just a few minutes more in the one direction. Car parking available. Lovely rooms. Very clean. Most comfortable nights sleep I've had in a very long time. (I'd love to know where the mattress and pillows are from so I can purchase for home) I arrived several hours early prior to check in and was allowed to leave my car whilst I went out for the afternoon. I was given my room key at this point too. Breakfast in the morning was plentiful and very delishious too. We had a lovely stay and would stay again. Have recommended to a friend already. Thanks. Sarah
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Valerie
Oct 25, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Everything about our stay was excellent. Great, quirky hotel with friendly staff and amazing breakfast. Clean and walking distance to everything. Would definitely return.
Everything about our stay was excellent. Great, quirky hotel with friendly staff and amazing breakfast. Clean and walking distance to everything. Would definitely return.
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Michelle
Oct 26, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
A beautiful and unique B & B. We had a beautiful room with a free standing bath. Beautifully decorated throughout. There were a lot of stairs.. so if that’s not for you.. be aware! Parking was tight but manageable. We did walk home from town, but it was a bit of a hike after a long day. Staff were lovely and breakfast was wonderful.
A beautiful and unique B & B. We had a beautiful room with a free standing bath. Beautifully decorated throughout. There were a lot of stairs.. so if that’s not for you.. be aware! Parking was tight but manageable. We did walk home from town, but it was a bit of a hike after a long day. Staff were lovely and breakfast was wonderful.
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Huw
Sep 17, 2025
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Stayed 4 nights
Excellent. So comfortable. Brilliant location within walking distance of Windermere and Bowness. Cheerful staff. Everything you want from a B&B.
Excellent. So comfortable. Brilliant location within walking distance of Windermere and Bowness. Cheerful staff. Everything you want from a B&B.
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STEVEN
Dec 31, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Perfect location, in-between Windermere and Bowness. Lovely clean room, friendly staff and fantastic breakfast 😀
Perfect location, in-between Windermere and Bowness. Lovely clean room, friendly staff and fantastic breakfast 😀
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Ross
May 5, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
We had a lovely 2 night stay, the staff were great and the breakfast was very good. Great location plenty of bars and restaurants in walking distance.
We had a lovely 2 night stay, the staff were great and the breakfast was very good. Great location plenty of bars and restaurants in walking distance.
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Lucie
Aug 18, 2023
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Stayed 2 nights
Rum Doodle is all you expect from a country B&B in the UK. Very friendly staff, fabulous breakfasts and gorgeous accommodations. Our room (no 2) was on the ground floor and while not overly large, had space for our own breakfast table so we had breakfast served to us in our room. The bedding and towels were luxurious and the afternoon coffee and cake were delicious. The location was a short 10 minute walk from Windermere station and about 15-20 walk to Bowness. The local pub, The Brookside, was a bonus and great to have something close on a very wet summer evening. Highly recommended.
Rum Doodle is all you expect from a country B&B in the UK. Very friendly staff, fabulous breakfasts and gorgeous accommodations. Our room (no 2) was on the ground floor and while not overly large, had space for our own breakfast table so we had breakfast served to us in our room. The bedding and towels were luxurious and the afternoon coffee and cake were delicious. The location was a short 10 minute walk from Windermere station and about 15-20 walk to Bowness. The local pub, The Brookside, was a bonus and great to have something close on a very wet summer evening. Highly recommended.
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Breakfast is a standout: tasty, varied, and often cooked to order, with some rooms served in-room. Minor drawbacks include a cramped dining area for some and occasional inflexibility on menu tweaks.
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rachel
Aug 3, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Pleasant stay with a few drawbacks. The room was spacious and the bed very comfortable, making for a relaxing base. Staff were friendly and helpful—especially appreciated the lovely walk recommendation. Breakfast was good quality ingredients and nice, although the dining area felt a bit cramped. Unfortunately, cleanliness let the room down slightly, with stained carpets and hairs on the bathroom floor on arrival. Noise from the room above was quite disruptive, especially being woken at 1am. With better soundproofing and a deeper clean, it could have been a perfect stay.
Pleasant stay with a few drawbacks. The room was spacious and the bed very comfortable, making for a relaxing base. Staff were friendly and helpful—especially appreciated the lovely walk recommendation. Breakfast was good quality ingredients and nice, although the dining area felt a bit cramped. Unfortunately, cleanliness let the room down slightly, with stained carpets and hairs on the bathroom floor on arrival. Noise from the room above was quite disruptive, especially being woken at 1am. With better soundproofing and a deeper clean, it could have been a perfect stay.
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William
Apr 3, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
We only stayed one night but the staff were all very friendly and helpful. The breakfast was great and set us up for a day of walking.
We only stayed one night but the staff were all very friendly and helpful. The breakfast was great and set us up for a day of walking.
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NICOLA
Aug 21, 2023
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Stayed 1 night
Had a lovely stay at the Rum Doodle - owner & staff very helpful and friendly! Enjoyed their lovely homemade cake and tea on arrival! Off road parking and very near to both Windermere and Bowness! Super breakfast - the pancakes a must! Would definitely recommend a stay here!
Had a lovely stay at the Rum Doodle - owner & staff very helpful and friendly! Enjoyed their lovely homemade cake and tea on arrival! Off road parking and very near to both Windermere and Bowness! Super breakfast - the pancakes a must! Would definitely recommend a stay here!
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Philip
Sep 8, 2025
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Stayed 1 night
Really cute and nice B and B. The breakfast was lovely and served in the room. Perfectly poached eggs. We would gladly return
Really cute and nice B and B. The breakfast was lovely and served in the room. Perfectly poached eggs. We would gladly return
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Paul
Sep 6, 2024
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Stayed 3 nights
Wonderful staff & location Excellent breakfast
Wonderful staff & location Excellent breakfast
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Abbie
May 14, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
Absolutely gorgeous stay at Rum Doodle. Staff couldn’t have been nicer, felt welcomed from the moment they met us at the door. The room was decorated beautifully, exactly what we needed for a few days away. All sorts of amenities and extras - the breakfast options were vast and really tasty. The only thing worth mentioning is parking is up a very tight small hill and when there is a lot of cars in it does get a little difficult. Nothing that would stop us from making a return though. Will absolutely be booking again in future. Thank you for a thoroughly lovely stay!
Absolutely gorgeous stay at Rum Doodle. Staff couldn’t have been nicer, felt welcomed from the moment they met us at the door. The room was decorated beautifully, exactly what we needed for a few days away. All sorts of amenities and extras - the breakfast options were vast and really tasty. The only thing worth mentioning is parking is up a very tight small hill and when there is a lot of cars in it does get a little difficult. Nothing that would stop us from making a return though. Will absolutely be booking again in future. Thank you for a thoroughly lovely stay!
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Kelly
Jun 24, 2024
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Stayed 1 night
Beautiful place to stay in an ideal location. Bedrooms and bathroom were immaculate super comfy and the breakfast was incredible, we will definitely be back x
Beautiful place to stay in an ideal location. Bedrooms and bathroom were immaculate super comfy and the breakfast was incredible, we will definitely be back x
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Russell
Jun 9, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Stayed for the weekend, room 6 was amazing and we had no idea we would get breakfast in our room. Breakfast was quality and we will definitely be returning when we come back to the lakes!
Stayed for the weekend, room 6 was amazing and we had no idea we would get breakfast in our room. Breakfast was quality and we will definitely be returning when we come back to the lakes!
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Joanne
Dec 3, 2024
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Stayed 2 nights
Hostess wasn’t accommodating. Arrived 20 minutes early for check in and I wasn’t allowed to use a toilet after a long drive. Next morning , I asked whether I could have beans with my bacon and egg and got told no because that was only an option for a vegetarian breakfast. Lovely b&b but let down with the service
Hostess wasn’t accommodating. Arrived 20 minutes early for check in and I wasn’t allowed to use a toilet after a long drive. Next morning , I asked whether I could have beans with my bacon and egg and got told no because that was only an option for a vegetarian breakfast. Lovely b&b but let down with the service
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Sandy
Aug 24, 2025
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Stayed 2 nights
This was such a comfortable stay with every amenity possible. The breakfast was delicious and all the staff very courteous and helpful. I would highly recommend it.
This was such a comfortable stay with every amenity possible. The breakfast was delicious and all the staff very courteous and helpful. I would highly recommend it.
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Karen
3 weeks ago
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Stayed 2 nights
Absolutely loved the Rum Doodle the staff were so lovely, breakfast was amazing so much choice, our room suite 9 was fantastic with a completely seperate living area we loved everything about this wonderful little Gem. Would not hesitate to return
Absolutely loved the Rum Doodle the staff were so lovely, breakfast was amazing so much choice, our room suite 9 was fantastic with a completely seperate living area we loved everything about this wonderful little Gem. Would not hesitate to return
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Nicholas
last month
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Stayed 2 nights
A really nice B&B in Bowness. Well maintained. Our room was large enough with a clear ensuite bathroom. Good wifi throughout. Really nice breakfast available daily.
A really nice B&B in Bowness. Well maintained. Our room was large enough with a clear ensuite bathroom. Good wifi throughout. Really nice breakfast available daily.
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Joe
Jul 4, 2026
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Stayed 3 nights
Great place to stay close to Windermere and Bowness, with an amazing breakfast every day. Would definitely come back!
Great place to stay close to Windermere and Bowness, with an amazing breakfast every day. Would definitely come back!
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Scott
Jul 4, 2026
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Stayed 1 night
Lovely little hotel, bed was really comfortable which I think is the most important thing. The breakfast was also really good. The hosts were really helpful and polite. We only stopped for one night to break up our long drive to Scotland. If we ever go back to Bowness we would book this hotel again, real value for money also.
Lovely little hotel, bed was really comfortable which I think is the most important thing. The breakfast was also really good. The hosts were really helpful and polite. We only stopped for one night to break up our long drive to Scotland. If we ever go back to Bowness we would book this hotel again, real value for money also.
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Stephen
Jun 10, 2026
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Stayed 2 nights
Stayed at rum doodle four times, great staff and a breakfast to die for. Highly recommended
Stayed at rum doodle four times, great staff and a breakfast to die for. Highly recommended
FAQs about Rum Doodle, Windermere B&B
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, parking is available on-site and is free for guests.
What type of breakfast is offered and what are the serving hours?
A complimentary full breakfast is served daily from 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM.
What are the standard check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM, and check-out is by 10:30 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available upon request.
What accessibility features are available for guests with disabilities?
The property features step-free entrances and wheelchair-accessible facilities in public areas. However, specific details on room accessibility are not provided.
What is the location of the property in relation to key landmarks?
The property is located in Windermere, within a 15-minute walk of Lake Windermere and Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories. It is 0.6 miles from the World of Beatrix Potter and 14 miles from Ullswater.
What are the policies for guests staying with children?
Children 18 years old and younger are not permitted at this property.
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There is no front desk at this property. To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation. If you are planning to arrive after 8 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions. The host will greet guests on arrival. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.
Check-in must be done by someone who is at least 18 years old.
- 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; cash is not accepted
- Children 18 years old and younger are not permitted at this property.
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