With a 4-star rating from Visit Britain, the Glen Guest House near Kendal offers high-quality accommodations with free Wi-Fi, parking and cycle storage. Around 10 minutes’ drive from the Lake District, this Cumbrian guest house offers a range of breakfasts and is a short walk from a country pub and restaurant. All rooms have a flat-screen TV with DVD player and tea and coffee facilities. Each has its own private bathroom with shower and complimentary toiletries. A freshly cooked breakfast is served each morning, using local ingredients. The Glen Guest House is a 5-minute walk from the village pub which serves a range of meals. A 7-minute walk from Oxenholme Train Station, this bed and breakfast is less than 3 miles from the center of Kendal, and around 13 miles from Bowness on the banks of Lake Windermere. It is also around 15 minutes’ drive from the Yorkshire Dales, with Hawes around 25 miles away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.3)

Breakfast Info

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

Free Private Parking Available On Site


Availability

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

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.7
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.5
Location
9.3
Free WiFi
9.7
High score for Kendal
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See what guests loved the most:

  • Jennifer
    United States of America United States of America
    The beds were especially comfortable as was our room. The breakfast was excellent and our hosts were simply amazing. They even coordinated with the local pub to save us a table for dinner after our late flight from the USA which was very much...
  • Meghan
    United States of America United States of America
    The location was excellent. The house was welcoming and clean. Bill and Pauline made me feel so well cared for.
  • John-james
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Clean comfortable spacious room. Lashings of hot water. High quality bedding and bath towels. Hosts very attentive and helpful but not in your face. Breakfast very high standard with top quality ingredients cooked to order and served with a smile

Host Info

Company review score: 9.9Based on 426 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

We are a family run guest house.

Property info

Awarded a Visit Britain 4 Star Rating, The Glen is a friendly, family run bed and breakfast in Oxenholme, Kendal with an outstanding reputation for warm and friendly service, excellent comfortable accommodation and freshly cooked breakfast’s using quality local ingredients. Known as ‘The Guest House under The Helm’, we are set in a quiet location with views over the fells and Morecambe Bay.

Neighborhood info

Close to Oxenholme Train Station and just a short drive from the M6 and the main roads into the Lake District, we are set in an ideal location to explore the Lake District by foot, bike or by car. We are 3 miles from Kendal, 1 mile from a supermarket and pharmacy. Very easy walking distance to local pub for evening meals.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of The Glen Guest House
Great facilities! Review score, 9.7

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Family rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Pets
Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.
Activities
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Special diet meals (on request)
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
    Services
    • Daily housekeeping
    • Baggage storage
    • Packed lunches
    Entertainment & Family Services
    • Board games/Puzzles
    Safety & security
    • Fire extinguishers
    • Smoke alarms
    • Key access
    General
    • Designated smoking area
    • Smoke-free property
    • Heating
    • Carpeted
    • Fan
    • Family rooms
    • Ironing facilities
    • Non-smoking rooms
    Languages Spoken
    • English

    House rules

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

    Check-in

    From 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM

    Check-out

    Until 10:00 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.

    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
    Crib upon request
    Free

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

    There are no extra beds available at this property.

    All cribs are subject to availability.

    No age restriction

    There's no age requirement for check-in

    Maestro Mastercard Visa Solo Cash Debit card The Glen Guest House accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


    Smoking

    Smoking is not allowed.

    Parties

    Parties/events are not allowed

    Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may apply.

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

    Pets are not allowed to stay in the Standard Double Suite or in the Double/Twin room.

    Pets are only allowed in the other rooms, subject to availability and by prior arrangement.

    Please note, the property does not allow pets in the dining room during breakfast.

    Please inform The Glen 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.

    This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

    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 The Glen Guest House

    • Guests staying at The Glen Guest House can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

      Breakfast option(s) include:

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

    • Room options at The Glen Guest House include:

      • Family
      • Twin/Double
      • Double

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

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

      • Golf course (within 2 miles)

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

    • The Glen Guest House is 2.1 miles from the center of Kendal. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.