Briscoe Lodge was built in 1891 and is 1-minute walk from the centre of Windermere. The guest house offers en suite rooms and free Wi-Fi. Set in a stone Victorian slate house, The Briscoe retains many original features whilst offering modern rooms. Rooms come with TV’s, DVD player (with access to a DVD library) and tea-coffee making facilities. Bowness and Lake Windermere are within walking distance, and the train and bus stations can be reached in 10 minutes. Windermere town centre has excellent restaurants, shops and country pubs. The Briscoe provides safe, on-street parking.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.


Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.1
Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
9.3
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
9.3
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    Paul
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Everything I expected and more besides very accommodating host and laid back
  • Neil
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Cleanliness of premises were superb. Totally professional attitude and really helpful and ateending
  • Jimmy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very clean comfortable accommodation proprietor was very attentive, lvly Continental breakfast plenty to choose from would highly recommend this accommodation within walking distance to shops restaurants and 10mins walk to Bowness thanks from Mr...

Host Information

9.8
9.8
Host review score
Host review score

Briscoe Lodge in Windermere is a family run traditional Victorian guesthouse built in 1891 and ideally situated in the heart of the beautiful English Lake District. Briscoe Lodge retains many of its original features whilst offering cosy, modern rooms and friendly, welcoming staff. Rooms come with TV, DVD player (with access to a DVD library), hairdryer and a well stocked refreshment tray. Please note that we no longer offer a full cooked breakfast option however INCLUDED in the room price are a range of cereals, toast, yoghurts, fruit and drinks which guests can help themselves to between 8-10am. There are many cafes and restaurants in Windermere that now offer full breakfasts. Bowness and Lake Windermere are within walking distance and the train and bus stations are a 10 minute walk. Bowness and Windermere offer a wide range of excellent tourist attractions, shops, restaurants and bars for you to enjoy. Safe on street parking can usually be found either directly outside or a very short walk from Briscoe Lodge.
Language spoken: English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Briscoe Lodge
Great facilities! Review score, 9.1

Most popular facilities
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Reception services
  • Invoice provided
General
  • Non-smoking throughout
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages spoken
  • English

House rules

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Check-in

From 14:00 to 23:00

Check-out

Until 10:30

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required room.

Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction

There is no age requirement for check-in

Maestro Mastercard Visa Solo JCB Cash is not accepted Briscoe Lodge accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

FAQs about Briscoe Lodge

  • The prices at Briscoe Lodge may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates you select, hotel's policy etc.). See the prices by entering your dates.

  • Briscoe Lodge is 400 yards from the centre of Windermere. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Briscoe Lodge offers the following activities / services (charges may apply):

    • Room options at Briscoe Lodge include:

      • Double
      • Single

    • Check-in at Briscoe Lodge is from 14:00, and check-out is until 10:30.