Just 1804 feet from Windermere Railway Station, in the town center, the Hideaway at Windermere provides modern bed and breakfast accommodations with stylish rooms and great service. This guest house is exclusively for adults and completely nonsmoking. In the mornings, full English breakfast is available and is cooked to order. Complimentary tea and cakes are also served in the afternoons. The Hideaway is a 10-minute walk from the village of center of Windermere and a 30-minute stroll from Bowness. Ambleside is just 10 minutes' drive away and Kendal is a 15-minute drive from the property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Property Highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

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

Free Parking Available On Site


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
1 king bed
or
2 twin beds
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
9.7
Comfort
9.7
Value for money
9.4
Location
9.7
Free WiFi
9.7
High score for Windermere
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  • Ning
    China China
    If you need a place to hideaway, it’s a perfect choice. Richard and the team are very friendly and helpful. Very easily get to Windermere station and center, but it’s still very quiet because of its location. The room is just comfortable,...
  • Atherton
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    A very warm and friendly atmosphere from the second you arrive you are made to feel at home, nothing is too much trouble and the variety you are offered at breakfast is amazing, and you also get home made cake daily for your stay and it is delicious.
  • Georgeta
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great place, good location, wonderful staff and amazing breakfast!

Hosted by Richard & Lisa Gornall

9.9
9.9
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Richard & Lisa Gornall
Built in 1890, this was the former school masters house for the college next door (now converted apartments). The main aim was to sympathetically revive the Victorian features whilst adding a contemporary twist. Pulling on the inspirations and experiences of our travels, we planned, designed and project managed the renovation ourselves; choosing and co-ordinating all finishes, colours & fabrics with meticulous detail. In 2008, we were awarded 4 Yellow Stars by the AA which signifies being in the top ten percent of the four star category. Continual improvements have followed with the completion of more guest rooms. We have searched high and low to gather our small team who share in our passion for great breakfasts and homemade cakes, exceptional service & stylish surroundings. We really couldn't do this without them, and together, it is our aim to consistently deliver The Hideaway experience in this beautiful part of the world. We hope to welcome you very soon.
Both originally from the North West of England, Richard and I studied Food & Hospitality at universities in Sheffield and Liverpool respectively. But our paths didn’t cross until several years later, when we were both working within the Inflight Services team at Virgin Atlantic Airways; romance blossomed, and the rest as they say, is history! We were very fortunate to travel extensively with our roles at Virgin and whilst working in the far corners of the globe, we experienced some of the best hospitality in the world. The Hideaway presented the opportunity for us to combine and share our skills to create a luxurious hotel experience in Windermere; pampering for guests looking to treat themselves without having to seriously break the bank. We set about the transformation, and The Hideaway at Windermere was born.
Languages spoken: English,Hungarian,Polish

Area info

Amenities of The Hideaway At Windermere (Adults only)
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Guest bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Cycling
    Off-site
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Media & Technology
  • Streaming service (like Netflix)
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Radio
  • Telephone
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne
    Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free public parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Baggage storage
  • Wake-up service
  • Packed lunches
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
  • Board games/puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Adults only
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • Hungarian
  • Polish

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

The Hideaway At Windermere (Adults only) takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 12:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Check-out

From 8:00 AM to 11:00 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 not allowed.

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

Groups

When booking more than 3 rooms, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Maestro Mastercard Visa Cash The Hideaway At Windermere (Adults only) 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

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 12:00 AM and 7:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

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

Check-in is strictly from 15:00 to 19:00. The Hideaway At Windermere requests that all guests provide an expected arrival time at the time of booking.

Arrivals after 19:00 will be treated as a no-show and will be charged in full, as per cancelation policy.

Please note that The Hideaway has a strict nonsmoking policy. Guests will be asked to vacate the room immediately if evidence of smoking is found, and a minimum charge of GBP 200.00 will be applied to the credit/debit card used to make the reservation, to cover all additional cleaning and dry cleaning costs.

Bookings for 3 rooms or more cannot be accepted.

Please note, there is no elevator at the property, and as a result it may not be suitable for guests with reduced mobility.

Please inform The Hideaway At Windermere (Adults only) 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.

Quiet hours are between 00:00:00 and 07:00:00.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

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.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

FAQs about The Hideaway At Windermere (Adults only)

  • The prices at The Hideaway At Windermere (Adults only) may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • The Hideaway At Windermere (Adults only) is 1,150 feet from the center of Windermere. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • The Hideaway At Windermere (Adults only) offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)

  • Check-in at The Hideaway At Windermere (Adults only) is from 12:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • Room options at The Hideaway At Windermere (Adults only) include:

    • Double
    • Twin/Double

  • The nearest beach is 2,800 feet from The Hideaway At Windermere (Adults only). All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.