The Howbeck & The Retreat 5Min To Lake, Restaurants & To The Free Hydro Wellness Club - Windermere

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The Howbeck & The Retreat 5Min To Lake, Restaurants & To The Free Hydro Wellness Club - Windermere
New Rd, Windermere, United Kingdom·View on map
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Overall Score
Great
8.9Great
Staff9.4
Comfort9.2
Location9.2
Cleanliness9.1
Facilities8.8
Who stays here
Couples71%
Families17%
Groups6%
Solo6%

Overview

Overall Score
Great
8.9Great
Staff9.4
Comfort9.2
Location9.2
Cleanliness9.1
Facilities8.8
Who stays here
Couples71%
Families17%
Groups6%
Solo6%

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
Good to know
Check-in/Check-out
from 15:00-17:00
from 08:00-11:00
Amenities
Wireless internet is available in public areas for free.
Other information
Breakfast
You can start your day with a full breakfast, which costs GBP 14.95 per person. 
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Building
Number of rooms:11
Former name
the howbeck & the retreat 5min to lake, restaurants & to the free spa
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Rooms and availability

Deluxe Suite
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 King Size Bed
Luxury Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
Small Double Room
  • Max:
    2 persons
  • Bed options:
    1 Double bed
  • Shower
  • Heating
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Facilities

Main facilities

Free Wi-Fi

Free Wi-Fi in public areas

Free parking
Baggage storage
24-hour services
Food/ Drinks

Bar/ Lounge area

Outdoor dining area

Welcome drink

Spa and relaxation

Sauna

TV

Flat-screen TV

Kitchen facilities

Electric kettle

Sports & Fitness

  • Canoeing
  • Hiking
  • Horseback riding
  • Cycling
  • Golf course
  • Fishing

Services

  • Housekeeping
  • Welcome drink

Dining

  • Bar/ Lounge area
  • Outdoor dining area

Children

  • Cribs

Spa & Leisure

  • Leisure/ TV room
  • Sauna

Room features

  • Heating
  • Sitting area
  • Dressing area
  • Patio
  • Garden furniture
  • Tea and coffee facilities
  • Dining table
  • Ironing facilities

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries

Self-catering

  • Electric kettle

Media

  • Flat-screen TV

Room decor

  • Carpeted floor
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Essential information about The Howbeck & The Retreat 5Min To Lake, Restaurants & To The Free Hydro Wellness Club

💵 Lowest room price 173 US$
📏 Distance to center 100 yd
✈️ Distance to airport 50.5 mi
🧳 Nearest airport Carlisle Lake District, CAX

Location

New Rd, Windermere, United Kingdom
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New Rd, Windermere, United Kingdom
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New Rd, Windermere, United Kingdom
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