Sonata Guest House

19 Burneside Road, Kendal, LA9 4RL, United Kingdom – Excellent location – show map

<p><b>Excellent</b> location – rated 9.5/10! <small>(score from <b>114</b> reviews)</small></p> <p>Real guests • Real stays • Real opinions</p>
9.4
Scored 9.4
Wonderful
Rated wonderful
114 reviews

room was exceptionally clean and comfortable, great choice of teas/coffees. en-suite great with a fantastic supply of toiletries . Breakfast was excellent, as was our host

Nicola United Kingdom

Sonata Guest House

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Just a 5-minute walk from Kendal center, Sonata Guest House offers hearty breakfasts and 4-star rooms with free Wi-Fi. The beautiful Lake Windermere is just a 10-minute drive away. Set in a Victorian building, the traditional bedrooms each have a flat-screen TV and tea/coffee facilities. Rooms also feature a private modern bathroom with a hairdryer. Full English breakfasts are served daily in the bright and airy dining room, with light continental options available. Breakfast also includes fresh coffee and seasonal fruit. The Sonata Guest House is just a 10-minute walk from Kendal Railway Station. The property offers on-street parking permits. The Yorkshire Dales can be reached in a 15-minute drive.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

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.

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Availability

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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.6
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
9.4
High score for Kendal
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  • Nicola
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “room was exceptionally clean and comfortable, great choice of teas/coffees. en-suite great with a fantastic supply of toiletries . Breakfast was excellent, as was our host”
  • Vicki
    Australia Australia
    “We loved everything about our stay. So warm, comfortable and really clean. We absolutely loved it. We would definitely recommend this guesthouse.”
  • Andy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    “Amazing clean guest house. Would definitely recommend it to others. Breakfast was outstanding. Owner was very welcoming.”

Host Info

9.8
9.8
Host Review Score
Host Review Score
The Sonata Guest House, Kendal bed and breakfast is located on the edge of the Lake District and Yorkshire Dales National Parks. The Lake District National Park is only 3 minutes by car, and it’s 12 minutes from this Kendal Bed and Breakfast to Lake Windermere (at 12 miles long, the largest of the 16 Lakes), and 20 minute to the Yorkshire Dales (try Wallace and Gromit made-famous Wensleydale Cheese Creamery in Hawes). We are within 15 minutes of junction 36 of the M6 motorway. Manchester airport is approximately 1.5 hours’ drive time, with Liverpool within 2 hours. The Sonata Kendal B&B lies approximately 22 miles north of Lancaster, 55 miles south of Carlisle and 50 miles north of Preston. We are on the west coast London to Glasgow/Edinburgh mainline (with a railway station at Oxenholme, approximately two and a half miles away). The local Kendal Railway and Bus stations are only 10 minutes walk. We offer a more personal service, for example flexible breakfast times – it’s friendly and attentive but never intrusive. There are no rules, only consideration for others! You can be assured of a warm welcome and a friendly personal service throughout your stay. It’s a formula we t...
A five minutes’ walk to Kendal town and a twelve minute drive to Lake Windermere. The Sonata bed and breakfast is located in the Stricklandgate side of town. It’s a five minute walk to the Westmorland shopping centre, restaurants and bars in the town centre. We are on the west coast London to Glasgow/Edinburgh mainline (with a railway station at Oxenholme, approximately two and a half miles away). The local Kendal Railway and Bus stations are only 10 minutes walk.
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of Sonata Guest House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular amenities
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
Bathroom
  • Private Bathroom
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Alarm clock
Activities
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in the rooms and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Baggage storage
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Adults only
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • English

Property practices

This property told us they've implemented certain practices across some or all of these categories: waste, water, energy and greenhouse gases, destination and community, and nature.

House rules

Sonata Guest House takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 4:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

Check-out

Until 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Refundable damage deposit

A damage deposit of GBP 75 is required on arrival. That's about USD 93. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction

Check-in is only possible for guests between 18 and 90 years old

Cash only

This property only accepts cash payments.

Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 10:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note, there is no 24-hour reception desk at the property.

Smoking is not permitted throughout the property.

Please note that the Twin Room and the Corner Double Room are accessed by a narrow staircase.

This is a self check in property. Please look for messages on the day of the arrival for check in details.

Payment to be paid before arrival via bank transfer or online payment link which we will send before your arrival, if no bank transfer has been done.

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

Please inform Sonata Guest House of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries on dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

A damage deposit of £75 is required on arrival. This will be collected by credit card. You should be reimbursed on check-out. Your deposit will be refunded in full by credit card, subject to an inspection of the property.

FAQs about Sonata Guest House

  • Sonata Guest House is 2,150 feet from the center of Kendal. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The prices at Sonata Guest House may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Room options at Sonata Guest House include:

    • Double
    • Twin

  • Check-in at Sonata Guest House is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • Sonata Guest House offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking