Name: The Howbeck & The Retreat 5min to Lake, Restaurants & to the free Hydro Wellness Club
Address: New Rd, Windermere, England, United Kingdom, Windermere, Cumbria, United Kingdom
Rating: 8.93

Guest reviews

8.9

Fabulous

Based on 543 verified reviews

Who stays here?

Couple

43%

Family

56%

What guests think

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Across recent reviews, guests describe The Howbeck & The Retreat Central location, incl off-site Health Club and parking EV point available, GREAT DEALS ON as well located, praising friendly staff, good breakfasts, clean rooms, and access to Windermere.

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10

shota

27 Oct 2025

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Stayed 2 nights

staff

10

Carl

20 Oct 2025

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Stayed 3 nights

Breakfast was probably one of the best we've had in years. Staff are really attentive, friendly and nothing was too much trouble. Very clean, Car park safe and convenient. Will definitely return.

10

Christopher

10 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

If you’re looking for a relaxing, peaceful getaway, we highly recommend booking The Retreat. From the moment we arrived, the friendly and helpful staff made us feel welcome. Our spacious room was equipped with great amenities, and we especially loved the spa bath with air bubbles the perfect way to unwind before bed. In the morning, we enjoyed a delicious breakfast with plenty of options, served on our private patio, before taking a short walk into Windermere. Everything about our stay was just wonderful.

8

Agnieszka

8 Aug 2025

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Stayed 6 nights

Close to town restaurants, nice home decor

10

Raymond

7 Aug 2025

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Stayed 1 night

The Howbeck was exceptional, with a great breakfast.

New Rd, Windermere, England, United Kingdom

Location

When you stay at Howbeck Guest House in Windermere, you'll be in a national park, within a 5-minute drive of Lake Windermere and World of Beatrix Potter. This luxury guesthouse is 15.2 mi (24.4 km) from Yorkshire Dales National Park and 13.6 mi (21.8 km) from Ullswater.

Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories(0.9 Miles)

World of Beatrix Potter(0.9 Miles)

Lake Windermere(1 Miles)

Orrest Head(1.1 Miles)

Old Laundry Theatre(1.1 Miles)

Lyth Valley(1.2 Miles)

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Check-in

Check-out

From 15:00 to 17:00

Before 11:00

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Free self-parking is available on-site.

Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM for a fee of approximately GBP 14.95 for adults and children.

Check-in is from 3:00 PM to 5:00 PM, and check-out is at 11:00 AM. Early or late check-in/check-out may be available for a fee and should be arranged in advance.

The property is not wheelchair accessible and has upper floors accessible only by stairs. Step-free entrances are not available.

The property is located in a national park, within a 5-minute drive of Lake Windermere and World of Beatrix Potter. Nearby attractions include Windermere Jetty Museum (1.4 km), World of Beatrix Potter (1.5 km), and Lake Windermere (1.6 km).

One child aged 1 year or younger stays free when occupying the parent or guardian's room using existing bedding.

Rollaway beds are available for a fee of GBP 40.00 per day, and advance request or confirmation is required.

The Howbeck & The Retreat 5min to Lake, Restaurants & to the free Hydro Wellness Club

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