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About this property

Built in 1888, using Lakeland stone, the 4-star Glenville House combines traditional charm with modern facilities. The guest house offers luxurious en-suite rooms with wide-screen TVs, iPod docks and free Wi-Fi. Includes free off site health club with fully equipped gym, fitness classes, swimming pool, sauna, steam room & hot tub, 2 miles from Glenville, 6 minutes by car. Just 10 minutes’ walk from Bowness and 15 minute walk from Windermere Railway Station, Glenville House guest house provides easy access to local sights. The World of Beatrix Potter museum and the Windermere Steamboat Museum are less than a 15 minute walk away, as is Lake Windermere itself. The hotel can provide information on guided and unguided walks and has free on-site parking. Gentle walks and more strenuous hikes start from both Bowness and Windermere.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.2 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Perfect for a 3-night stay!

  • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.2)

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

  • Free private parking available on-site


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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Frances
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    A beautiful top floor room, furnished to a high standard with attention to detail. Large comfortable bed, beautiful bathroom with great shower. House situated halfway between village and lake. Regular local buses. Tips for local walks and routes
  • Margaret
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The room overlooked the garden and woods and was convenient for the Lake. The health club facility was what attracted us to this guest house. We were fortunate that the facility was very quiet every time.we visited and so was very enjoyable.
  • catherine
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We enjoyed the whole 2 days that we stayed. It's very close to the station. And breakfast is really good. We had a wonderful time with the choices health club.
  • Ruslana
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We enjoyed our stay and definitely would recommend. Everything as described. You can drive around but in a short walking distance many pubs, shops and beautiful places to see.
  • Louiseb79
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Decor, facilities, super comfortable bed, clean, nice view and quiet.
  • Tariq
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Breakfast was the issue when I was booking you mention breakfast included, but that was not included. You have to mention more clearly.
  • Michelle
    New Zealand New Zealand
    Location great, off street parking a bonus. Cosy and warm. Nice outlook from our room. Lovely walks closer by and breakfast with Ian was great.
  • David
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Easy to find in Windermere itself. We didn't actually see anyone in the hotel. Arrangements were by phone. We chose a smaller room, but it was fine for our overnight stay, though up several flights of stairs. Comfortable and very clean. We...
  • Philip
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    We eat elsewhere as room only but the owner recommendation was fantastic.
  • Huthaifah
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Room was very well presented and clean, I loved the whole self check in process as it was simple and easy to follow also nice that if you needed anything someone was always just a phone call away. Parking on site was not an issue too. I did not...

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House rules

Glenville House - Adults Only - Incl FREE off-site health club with swimming pool, hot tub, sauna & steam room takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 16:00 to 23:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please check what conditions may apply to each option when making your selection.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 23:00 and 07:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please inform the hotel in advance if you require a vegetarian breakfast or have any special dietary requirements.

Guests arriving outside reception opening hours are kindly requested to inform the hotel in advance. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation.

This property can accommodate adults only.

Please inform Glenville House - Adults Only - Incl FREE off-site health club with swimming pool, hot tub, sauna & steam room in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

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

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 07:00:00.

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

Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), please ensure that you are only booking this property following the local government guidelines of the destination, including but not limited to the purpose of travel, and maximum allowed group size.