Located in the Lake District, the Kirkwood Guest House is 15 minutes’ walk from the town centers of both Windermere and Bowness-on-Windermere. The traditional Victorian property offers free Wi-Fi and spacious rooms with attached bathroom. The rooms at the Kirkwood boast a TV with a DVD player and tea/coffee making facilities. The en suite shower rooms feature a hairdryer and complimentary toiletries. Ironing facilities are available upon request. Guests with electric vehicles can charge them at Kirkwood House (fees apply) In the mornings, the Kirkwood Guest House serves full English breakfast, prepared using locally sourced bacon, sausages, and eggs. We also serve a range of gluten free, vegetarian and Vegan options and can cater for special diets. Ideally positioned for exploring Cumbria and the lakes, Kirkwood is set on the corner of a quiet road, with free street parking. Windermere Lake and the Windermere Steamboat Museum are both within a 20-minute walk. Windermere Railway Station is less than 1 mile away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Windermere, this property has an excellent location score of 9.5!

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

Breakfast Info

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

FREE parking!


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 full bed
1 twin bed
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1 twin bed
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1 full bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.8
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.6
Comfort
9.6
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
9.1
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Louise
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely couple run the place Very friendly and helpful Even offered breakfast in bed !! Easy to park even though a busy weekend
  • Roger
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Breakfasts were to order and tailored to our every need. Perfect location for Windermere and Bowness. Paula was a fountain of local knowledge.
  • Matthew
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Booked as a last minute getaway. The location was excellent with ample parking and situated approximately halfway between Windermere and Bowness, around a 15 min walk from each. The room was a really good size, clean and excellently presented. The...

Host Info

9.8
9.8
Host Review Score
Host Review Score

A great Victorian property with spacious rooms and ideally located with great links to access the whole of the Lake District
Richard and Paula love the area and have a wealth of knowledge of places of interest, walks and things to do. They love welcoming guests into their home and do their up most to ensure guests enjoy their stay at Kirkwood House and the Lake District.
Language spoken: English

Area info

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

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Family rooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Clothes rack
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Breakfast in the room
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Private check-in/out
  • Concierge
  • Baggage storage
  • Packed lunches
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Family rooms
  • 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

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

Check-in

From 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Check-out

From 10:00 AM to 10:30 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 over 6 are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

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

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

Mastercard Visa Cash Kirkwood Guest House accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 6:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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

Please inform Kirkwood 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.

Quiet hours are between 23:00:00 and 06:00:00.

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.

FAQs about Kirkwood Guest House

  • The nearest beach is 0.7 miles from Kirkwood Guest House. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

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

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

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

    • Guests staying at Kirkwood Guest House can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.7).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

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

    • Room options at Kirkwood Guest House include:

      • Double
      • Family

    • Check-in at Kirkwood Guest House is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.