The Howbeck & The Retreat 5Min To Lake, Restaurants & To The Free Hydro Wellness Club - Windermere
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5-Star AA Guest House in Windermere with Free Health Club Access
Amenities & Access
The Howbeck offers complimentary 2-hour passes to Choices Health Club, which includes a swimming pool, spa, sauna, and steam room, located a short drive or 30-minute walk away. The health club also has a cardio suite, weights center, group classes, and an outdoor training and relaxation area for guest use. Back at the guest house, a comfortable lounge bar serves locally sourced food and drinks, and the property provides an electric vehicle charging station and free on-site parking.
Rooms & Accommodations
Guest rooms at The Howbeck Windermere are named after local geographical features, such as Lingmell and Mickledon, and include luxury rooms with spa baths. The Retreat rooms offer private entrances and ground-floor access, while Superior Double and Deluxe Suite options provide spacious en-suite bathrooms and high-quality toiletries. All rooms are allergy-free and non-smoking with heating, tea/coffee makers, and outdoor furniture for guest relaxation.
Dining & Breakfast
The Howbeck Cumbria holds an AA Breakfast Award for its gourmet morning menu, which includes hearty Cumbrian breakfasts, salmon and scrambled eggs, and Eggs Benedict prepared to order. Guests pre-select their breakfast the evening before using a card system, ensuring hot, freshly cooked meals are served promptly each morning. The property also has exclusive discount arrangements with select local restaurants and can make dinner reservations on behalf of guests.
Location & Excursions
The Howbeck and Retreat sits a 5-minute walk from Windermere village center and less than a mile from Bowness-on-Windermere, offering direct access to Lake Windermere, boat trips, and Beatrix Potter's World. The Lake District National Park entrance is close by, with hiking routes, cycling paths, horse riding, fishing, and canoeing available within the area. Nearby towns include Kendal and Keswick, each providing additional shops, museums, and cultural sites for day trips.
Wellness & Leisure
The Howbeck includes free access to an off-site health club with a hydro pool, sauna, steam room, and group fitness classes, covering cardio and weights training equipment. There is no on-site spa, but the 2-hour pass allows guests to use the full suite of wellness facilities at Choices Health Club. For relaxation at the guest house, rooms with spa baths and an honesty bar in the guest lounge provide quieter options after a day of activities.
- Amenities: Free 2-hour passes to Choices Health Club (pool, spa, sauna, steam room)
- Recognition: 5-Star Guest House by the AA and AA Breakfast Award
- Rooms: Spa baths, Retreat suites, and allergy-free accommodations
- Dining: Award-winning Cumbrian breakfast with local restaurant discounts
- Location: 5-min walk to Windermere village, close to Lake Windermere
- Wellness: Off-site hydro pool, cardio suite, and group classes
Rooms and availability
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 Double bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 King Size Bed
Essential information about The Howbeck & The Retreat 5Min To Lake, Restaurants & To The Free Hydro Wellness Club
| 💵 Lowest room price | 185 US$ |
| 📏 Distance to center | 100 yd |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 50.5 mi |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Carlisle Lake District, CAX |
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