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In the beautiful Lake District, just a short walk from Windermere, this luxury bed and breakfast has beautifully appointed rooms, all with a modern, original bathroom and free Wi-Fi. The Howbeck is only a 2-minute walk from the main village which has many shops and good restaurants and bistros. Windermere Steamboats and Museum and the market towns of Kendal and Keswick are among many things to visit in the area. The Howbeck Guest House also has special arrangements with some local restaurants for its guests and can make reservations on their behalf. Guests are offered a free 2-hour pass for use of the Choices Health Club's swimming pool, spa, sauna and steam room, which is just a short drive or 30-minute walk away. The fitness center also offers a cardio suite, a weights center, group classes and an outdoor training and relaxation area.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Breakfast Info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

Free Parking Available On Site


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Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
or
2 twin beds
1 queen bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.5
Facilities
8.9
Cleanliness
9.3
Comfort
9.3
Value for money
8.6
Location
9.4
Free WiFi
8.3
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Tracy
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Perfect location, very clean, comfortable and free parking
  • Andrew
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Staff where very welcoming and helpful .Nice clean rm with a comfortable bed .great breakfast and on-site parking.
  • Monica
    United States of America United States of America
    The staff are all wonderful and the bed is so comfortable! The spa bath is such a perk after a long day hiking.

Host Info

9.5
9.5
Host Review Score
Host Review Score

Having owned the Howbeck hotel since 2005 i have invested a lot of time and money to create a very relaxed up market place to stay in the heart of Windermere. Wining various awards over the last 17 years. My dedicated professional friendly staff are trained to make your stay a memorable one.
Language spoken: English

Area info

Amenities of The Howbeck & The Retreat incl FREE off-site Health Club and FREE parking WINTER DEAL OFFER ON 3 NIGHTS AND MORE
Great facilities! Review score, 8.9

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Bar
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Mountain view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Horseback riding
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Canoeing
  • Fishing
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Bar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Baggage storage
  • Express check-in/out
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • CCTV outside property
  • CCTV in common areas
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Ironing facilities
  • Facilities for disabled guests
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Toilet with grab rails
Spa
  • Sauna
Languages Spoken
  • English

Sustainability initiatives

This property has taken steps to provide more sustainable and eco-friendly travel

House rules

The Howbeck & The Retreat incl FREE off-site Health Club and FREE parking WINTER DEAL OFFER ON 3 NIGHTS AND MORE takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 1:00 PM to 11:30 PM

Check-out

From 8:00 AM to 11:00 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.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

Children 18 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Extra bed upon request
£35 per child, per night
Crib upon request
Free
3+ years
Extra bed upon request
£35 per person, per night

Prices for cribs and extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds and cribs allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

All cribs and extra beds are subject to availability.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

FAQs about The Howbeck & The Retreat incl FREE off-site Health Club and FREE parking WINTER DEAL OFFER ON 3 NIGHTS AND MORE

  • Guests staying at The Howbeck & The Retreat incl FREE off-site Health Club and FREE parking WINTER DEAL OFFER ON 3 NIGHTS AND MORE can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.8).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free
    • À la carte

  • Check-in at The Howbeck & The Retreat incl FREE off-site Health Club and FREE parking WINTER DEAL OFFER ON 3 NIGHTS AND MORE is from 1:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Room options at The Howbeck & The Retreat incl FREE off-site Health Club and FREE parking WINTER DEAL OFFER ON 3 NIGHTS AND MORE include:

    • Twin/Double
    • Double
    • Suite

  • The Howbeck & The Retreat incl FREE off-site Health Club and FREE parking WINTER DEAL OFFER ON 3 NIGHTS AND MORE offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Sauna
    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Canoeing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Horseback riding

  • The prices at The Howbeck & The Retreat incl FREE off-site Health Club and FREE parking WINTER DEAL OFFER ON 3 NIGHTS AND MORE may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • The Howbeck & The Retreat incl FREE off-site Health Club and FREE parking WINTER DEAL OFFER ON 3 NIGHTS AND MORE is 800 feet from the center of Windermere. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.