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Lingwood Lodge

Modern B&B in Bowness-on-Windermere offering 6 airy rooms with lake views, free Wi-Fi, breakfast, and parking. Close to Windermere and top attractions.

Birkett Hill, Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere LA23 3EZ, United Kingdom View on map
9.6/10
Exceptional Based on 146 recent guest reviews
Free Wi-Fi Free breakfast Free parking Kid-friendly Smoke-free
What recent guests emphasize

Outstanding hospitality and convenient location near Lake Windermere

Recent guests consistently highlight the welcoming hosts, comfortable rooms, and the guest house's superb location close to key local attractions and transport links. While parking can be tight, the overall experience is praised for its comfort and helpful service.

Guests often praise

  • Warm, friendly, and attentive hosts providing helpful local recommendations
  • Comfortable, clean, and nicely sized rooms with relaxing beds
  • Convenient location within walking distance of the ferry, shops, and restaurants
  • Beautiful views, especially from rooms overlooking the lake or greenery
  • Extras such as free Wi-Fi, breakfast, and welcoming touches like Border biscuits

Worth knowing

  • Parking spaces are limited, narrow, and situated on a steep slope, which may be challenging for larger vehicles
  • No air conditioning, pool, restaurant, or fitness center on site
  • Not pet-friendly, but kid-friendly accommodations are available
  • Management may vary if the owner is away, though guest experiences remain positive
  • Rooms lack business center amenities and airport shuttle service

Best for

  • Visitors seeking a quiet, comfortable base to explore Bowness and Lake Windermere
  • Travelers who value personal, friendly service and local insight
  • Guests looking for affordable accommodation near lakeside attractions and transport
  • Families and individuals who appreciate a smoke-free, kid-friendly environment
  • Visitors planning short stays with easy access to ferries, shops, and walking trails
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About this property

Welcome to Lingwood Lodge

Lingwood Lodge is a modern bed and breakfast located on Birkett Hill in Bowness-on-Windermere, offering six airy rooms, some with views overlooking Lake Windermere. The property features free Wi-Fi, complimentary breakfast, and parking, with a friendly, smoke-free environment. Although there is no air conditioning, restaurant, or fitness center on-site, the guest house provides a kid-friendly atmosphere and free transport to the nearby train station by arrangement.

Situated within a short walking distance from Bowness village and the lakeside promenade, the location is convenient for exploring local attractions. Guests benefit from easy access to ferry services and shops, while popular nearby points of interest include the expansive Lake Windermere, The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction, and Tarn Hows, all noted for their natural and cultural appeal.

Reviews highlight the welcoming and helpful hosts, with guests appreciating the property's cleanliness, comfortable beds, and homely atmosphere. Some guests mention the parking spaces as being on a steep slope and a bit narrow, which may be a consideration for larger vehicles. The well-kept rooms and pleasant views contribute to a relaxing stay, making Lingwood Lodge a practical choice for visitors seeking a quiet base close to the lake and village amenities.

Ideal for travelers who value a peaceful setting with straightforward facilities, the guest house suits those exploring Windermere and the surrounding Lake District by foot or car. Its proximity to transport links and local attractions also makes it convenient for day trips and outdoor activities.

Summary compiled by GoHotelly editors from verified guest reviews, partner descriptions and editorial notes.
Facilities & essentials

What's on-site and what you should know before you arrive

The short version: what's available day-to-day, and the key practical details most travelers search for.

Most popular facilities

Free Wi-Fi
Free breakfast
Free parking
Kid-friendly
Smoke-free

Not available at this property

Pool
Air-conditioned
Business center
Pet-friendly
Restaurant
Airport shuttle
Fitness center
Verified guest reviews

What recent guests are actually saying

Reviews from travelers who stayed here in the last 12 months, grouped to help you spot the pattern quickly.

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TheGreggors91 Mar 30, 2026
10

Me and my friend stayed here on a cycling holiday. The room was really nice, host was very informative and lovely, the location is great, really handy for the ferry, shops and restaurants. Highly reccomend anyone staying here

DR
David R Feb 25, 2026
10

We spent 2 nights here for a few days around Lake Windermere. The location is perfect! Located around midway on the eastern side of the lake, it's within walking distance of many shops and the ferry. The room was well kept, clean and spacious. A large window with a lovely green view. Complementary Border biscuits added a nice touch as they're some of my favourite! On the upstairs landing there is a decent sized selection of DVDs to take back to your room. The bed mattress was rather soft and while I prefer a more firmer mattress, it was super comfy and I slept like a baby each night! The owner was away during our stay and was being managed by a lady who was very welcoming and provided some much appreciated local advice. While parking is available, the spaces are atop a pretty steep slope and spots are fairly narrow for larger sized vehicles. Overall, we had a very happy stay at Lingwood Lodge and would certainly consider a return if staying in the area again.

GF
Gary Foster Feb 20, 2026
10

Am not a big writer for reviews so I'll keep it short. I stayed here for a few nights and was meet by the owner and she was very welcoming and polite and give us loads of ideas of were to go and what to do on our stay. The place was in a grate place to stay just a short 5 minute walk to get a boat and about a 10 minute walk to the center to the pubs and restaurants. I will go back again just because of location and how welcoming it was. I would definitely tell people to go

TC
Tracy C Feb 17, 2026
10

We had a fabulous stay at Lingwood Lodge, Sandra is a lovely helpful lady who was at hand at all times, with assistance and info on the area, the lodge is a very lovely homely place to stay with fantastic views, we will definitely return.

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Adman Jan 25, 2026
10

A lovely place to spend a few days exploring Windemere. Sandra & her hubby are lovely people & go out of their way to make your stay memorable.

IH
Ivor Hobbs Jan 07, 2026
10

We had two lovely nights at Lingwood Lodge. The beds were incredibly comfortable and very well situated. Sandra gave us some great recommendations and we felt very much at home. Will definitely consider Lingwood again next time we're in the lakes.

GC
Gail Cantlie Dec 31, 2025
10

I've stayed here twice now and would recommend to anyone. The rooms are a great size and are clean and come with everything you need for a short stay. The grounds are small and beautiful with seating outside for a bit of a breather. Carparking is tight but absolutely manageable in a large car. Couldn't possibly ask for a better location at this price, and Sandra was a brilliant host. Wouldn't stay anywhere else in Windermere or Bowness now.

AB
Aamna Blakey Dec 31, 2025
10

The rooms are lovely and facilities are very clean and tidy. Pillows are very soft and beds are comfy. Great location and really enjoyed our stay. Hosts were awesome and gave us lots of recommendations taking into account we needed halal food options. Will definitely visit again!

Location & neighborhood

Where you'll find Lingwood Lodge

Windermere, United Kingdom

Lying within 0.4 miles of Bowness village and a waterfront promenade, this modern B&B offers views to Lake Windermere. It's within 1.9 miles of the A591 and National Rail trains (with free transport available by arrangement).

  • Windermere 45 min Walk
  • Bowness Ferry Nab 14 min Walk
  • Bowness on Windermere Ferry Terminal 7 min Walk
  • Leeds Bradford Airport 1 hr 57 Car · 4 hr 16 Transit
  • Teesside International Airport 1 hr 52 Car · 5 hr 47 Transit
Things to do nearby

Worth the walk or a quick ride

Curated spots travelers usually pair with a stay in Windermere. Distances are rough real-world times, not straight-line.

Windermere 2,050 reviews

Windermere

United Kingdom

4.8 · Lake
The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction 6,091 reviews

The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction

Crag Brow, Bowness-on-Windermere, Windermere LA23 3BX, United Kingdom

4.5 · Children's Museum
Tarn Hows 165 reviews

Tarn Hows

Ambleside LA22 0PU, UK

4.8 · Lake
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