Reviews of Elim Bank Guest House
Lake Road, Bowness-on-Windermere, LA23 2JJ, United Kingdom
#11 of 35 B&Bs and Inns in Bowness-on-Windermere
Guests' ChoiceReview score
Based on 314 B&B reviews
9.4Score breakdown
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Cleanliness
9.7
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Comfort
9.6
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Location
9.8
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Facilities
9.3
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Staff
9.9
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Value for money
9.5
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Free WiFi
9.3
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Reviewed: 29 May 2024
Suranjana
United Kingdom11 reviews9.0“A cosy family home in the heart of the Windermere”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Triple Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
Great location, 10 min walk to the Bowness pier. Adam and Symmoane are very friendly and caring hosts.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 27 May 2024
Kudjoou
United Kingdom9 reviews8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Quadruple Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Window frames (when opened) are quite dirty
Extremely friendly couple Good location Good size room for a family of 4 Very clean (except the window frames when we open them) Good breakfast (although we missed the English breakfast) - homemade yogurt/compote is really good
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 19 May 2024
Edward
United Kingdom1 review8.0“Lovely stay,wish weather was bit better,enjoyed using the buses instead of the car.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Small Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
Bathroom quiet small, noisy fan on shower.
Clean and tidy b&b,breakfast excellent choice,room lovely.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 18 May 2024
Gareth
United Kingdom1 review9.0“Lovely stay. We felt really looked after. My early start to do a bike ride was accommodated breakfast wise. Overall a re”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Small Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
An option of a cooked breakfast would be nice but that is really being picky. I appreciate the extra work this involves for a couple. Highly recommend the fruit compote and granola. Bloody lovely.
Lovely spacious building which was spotless.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 18 May 2024
Kishen
Malaysia1 review8.0“Symmoane n Adam were excellent, helpful and friendly host.”- • Business trip
- • Group
- • Triple Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Breakfast, more options like eggs, sausages and ham.
Stayed in May 2024
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Reviewed: 25 April 2024
Elizabeth
United Kingdom79 reviews5 helpful votes10“Lovely place to stay and delightful owners.”- • Leisure trip
- • Solo traveller
- • Small Double Room
- • Stayed 5 nights
Stayed here at the start of April. Had a lovely bright airy en suite room with great facilities and very comfortable bed. The light breakfast choices were great along with tasty homemade yoghurt compote. Private parking was a bonus too. Thank you Symmoane and Adam for a delightful stay.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 19 April 2024
Mandy
United Kingdom2 reviews10“Homely, immaculate and Fabulous owners”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
There was nothing we did not like
Beautiful old house. Stained glass was lovely. Parking at the rear.The attention to detail was top rate.Loved the signs in room to help you navigate your stay. Thought the TV remote clean and in a plastic bag was ingenious. Adam and Symmoane were welcoming,kind and accommodated every request.Will definitely return.
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 17 April 2024
Mark
United Kingdom11 reviews2 helpful votes10“Fantastic”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Small Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
No
It was a relaxing time . The hosts were amazing very friendly and helpful. The breakfast was just right and very healthy. Would book the Elim Hotel again .
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 7 April 2024
Paul
United Kingdom13 reviews10“Can’t wait to get back .enjoyed every minute”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
We couldn’t find fault
Excellent
Stayed in April 2024
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Reviewed: 21 October 2023
Theresa
United Kingdom5 reviews8.0Very good- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Small Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
There was nothing to dislike
The very large bath towels
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: 2 October 2023
Laisum
United Kingdom1 review8.0“Cosy Stay”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Quadruple Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
It would have been better if eggs were served for breakfast. As the space of the breakfast room is limited, the breakfast time duration is restricted and divided into 3 sessions which need to be pre-booked.
The decor and the Victorian design of the building is fascinating. The staffs are very helpful, friendly and accommodating.
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: 26 September 2023
Mark
United Kingdom4 reviews10“A good experience”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Mattress a bit hard for us but room nice and airy
Hosts were excellent, location excellent and the breakfast was really nice.. The free car parking was also a bonus.
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: 25 September 2023
D
United Kingdom6 reviews10“Fabulous Service”- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing to complain.
We were family of 5 , Elim Bank Guest House was a perfect location for us to Explore The Lakes.Very convenient and accessible to ameniies.Owners of The Guest house, (Adam and Symmoane )were Very welcoming and Friendly, we were looked after very well. We want to Thank the Elim Guest House Owners, Adam and Symoneane for such a lovely service they provided. We will Definitely Book Elim Guest House, again soon. 😀 ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: 25 September 2023
Laura
United Kingdom15 reviews8.0“Lovely staff. Would recommend”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Triple Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The rooms are a little dated but very clean and well looked after
Staff were incredibly friendly and helpful
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: 23 September 2023
John
United Kingdom11 reviews9.0“Ideal location for local amenities and excellent base to explore further afield. The owners are friendly, helpful and we”- • Leisure trip
- • People with friends
- • Small Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Excellent location. Owners friendly and welcoming
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: 19 September 2023
Geoff
United Kingdom5 reviews9.0“Excellent Windermere location”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Small Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Having to leave
The convenience and location in accessing the lakeside and bus routes
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: 11 September 2023
James
United Kingdom11 reviews10“Incredible stay!”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Small Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
N/A
Everything- 10* service from Adam and Symmoane, History of the building, the facilities and breakfast were all outstanding and we were made to feel at home as soon as we walked through the door. Breakfast is included and is a fantastic continental. All the little things are thought about- portable fan/heater in room umbrellas offered in case of unfortunate weather. Plenty of water offered. Fantastic!
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: 9 September 2023
Kenneth
Malta7 reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Family with young children
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Adam and Symmoane are excellent hosts. The attention to detail is exceptional. Lovely couple!!
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: 9 September 2023
David
United Kingdom2 reviews10“Great stay at The Elim Bank guest house. Very relaxing. Would stay again.”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Beautiful character building. Relaxing atmosphere. Very welcoming and friendly hosts. Very helpful. Location was perfect. Would definitely return.
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: 9 September 2023
Jayne
United Kingdom19 reviews9.0“Very pleasant relaxing stay just what we needed”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Triple Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing
Friendly helpful staff ! Close to all amenities Parking for guest
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: 8 September 2023
Nicann67
United Kingdom1 review10“Lovely location and a wonderful place to stay”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Small Double Room
- • Stayed 4 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Minor thought was our room could have done with more drawer space and this has already been noted by Adam and Symmoane.
The welcome was extremely warm and Adam and Symmoane were very helpful and considerate hosts. The continental breakfast was well laid out and of good quality especially the homemade yoghurt and compote.
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: 8 September 2023
Susan
United Kingdom1 review8.0“Totally acceptable apart from WiFi”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Triple Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
The WiFi in room 2 was non existent
The breakfast choice was excellent The room was large and airy
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: 3 September 2023
Rachael
United Kingdom2 reviews10Exceptional- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Double Room
- • Stayed 2 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Nothing to dislike everything was great
Staff were lovely and very friendly, helpful if needed any information about the area and things to do
Stayed in September 2023
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Reviewed: 31 August 2023
Denise
United Kingdom3 reviews10“Great hosts”- • Leisure trip
- • Couple
- • Small Double Room
- • Stayed 3 nights
- • Submitted via mobile
Bathroom door needed a little sorting out to make it shut properly and without having to bang it closed but everything else was great
Great location for Lake Windermere. Adam and Symmoane were very welcoming and great hosts.
Stayed in August 2023
