Historic Setting: Briscoe Lodge in Windermere offers a 3-star guest house experience within a historic building. The property features free WiFi, ensuring guests stay connected during their stay.
Comfortable Accommodations: Each room includes a private bathroom with a bath and shower, a TV, and an electric kettle. The reception staff speak English, providing assistance as needed.
Local Attractions: The World of Beatrix Potter is a 17-minute walk away, while Derwentwater Lake lies 38 km from the property. Other nearby attractions include Muncaster Castle (41 km) and Kendal Castle (15 km).
Guest Favorites: Guests highly rate the host, convenient location, and the breakfast provided by the property. Boating opportunities are available in the surrounding area.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.6 for a two-person trip.
“Well situated on quiet road but with easy access to trains and buses. Clean and tidy. Would stay again.”
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Sylwia
United Kingdom
“Clean ,kind people,very friendly, and amazing price!”
John
United Kingdom
“I have a friend who lives in Hawkeshead and from time to I intend to call and see him. I found that Briscoe Lodge entirely met my needs and it is my intention, always to try to get in Briscoe Lodge. Graham and his family were a delight to meet...”
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Wolfgang
Germany
“Very well kept and managed place with a superfriendly host;
Cosy room (hardly ever had stayed in a b&b where even rainy days don't screw up your mood).
continental breakfast provided.
Close to train, busses and ships;
Plan to come back”
James
United Kingdom
“The Host was exceptional delivered on everything we needed. Service was great and communication was good I definitely recommend staying here. And will be returning at some point.”
Martin
United Kingdom
“Graham the host was lovely man. Nothing was to much trouble always on hand if you needed anything. Breakfast was amazing 👏”
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Tianyi
United Kingdom
“Graham is warm and helpful, room is cozy, pleasant stay.”
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Katherine
United Kingdom
“Great location, friendly and informative host and the room had everything we needed for a short break.”
Martin
United Kingdom
“Friendly owner. Clean rooms ideally situated near town”
Paul
United Kingdom
“Great staff
Fantastic communication
The bed was welcomed after a long week walking and staying in hostels in the lake district.
The price was fantastic for the lake District at this time of year.
The location was great,shops,food,transport...”
Host Information
Company review score: 9.8Based on 407 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property
Property information
Briscoe Lodge in Windermere is a family run traditional Victorian guesthouse built in 1891 and ideally situated in the heart of the beautiful English Lake District.
Briscoe Lodge retains many of its original features whilst offering cosy, modern rooms and friendly, welcoming staff. Rooms come with TV, DVD player (with access to a DVD library), hairdryer and a well stocked refreshment tray.
Please note that we no longer offer a full cooked breakfast option however INCLUDED in the room price are a range of cereals, toast, yoghurts, fruit and drinks which guests can help themselves to between 8-10am. There are many cafes and restaurants in Windermere that now offer full breakfasts.
Bowness and Lake Windermere are within walking distance and the train and bus stations are a 10 minute walk. Bowness and Windermere offer a wide range of excellent tourist attractions, shops, restaurants and bars for you to enjoy.
Safe on street parking can usually be found either directly outside or a very short walk from Briscoe Lodge.
Language spoken
English
Property surroundings
House rules
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Check-in
From 14:00 to 23:00
Check-out
Until 10:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds
Child policies
Children of any age are welcome.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.
No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
Cash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
The fine print
Need-to-know information for guests at this property
This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.
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