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Holmlea Guest House

Kendal Road, Bowness-on-Windermere LA23 3EW, England
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London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 17, 2013 NEW

Everything from the cosy very well decorated and spotless room, warm hostess who was extremely helpful in finding activities and transport info. The location of the hotel is perfect, just a minute away from the lake. Breakfast was very nice and the access to the SPA at the Old McDonald is the cherry on top. We really felt like we... More

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Manchester, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 13, 2013 NEW via mobile

Just a quick word.... Don't really do this but me and my fiancée have just had 2 lovely days in the lakes,we were really really happy we found this little guest house!! Everything perfect :0) and we will be back thanks very much

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Crook
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 10, 2013

We have just stayed at Holmlea Guest house for 3 days. The location of this property is ideal to see and access all of Windemere with everything you need in walking distance. We parked in the private parking and walked everywhere. Having looked at the photos and the guest reviews we were really hopeful about this property, however some aspects... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 26, 2013

Myself and my wife have just spent two days at the HOLMLEA. we have stayed in bowness many times before,but never at the HOLMLEA, but i will not be going elswhere after staying there,Gill was very welcoming,she showed my wife the accommodation on offer,and we decided to stay,what a superb choice,the room was top quality,the breakfast was superb,Gill our hostess... More

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cumbriaboss, Owner at Holmlea Guest House, responded to this review
April 29, 2013

What wonderful comments, thank you so much. Feedback from guests has been really positive regarding our recent refurbishments and we're so glad you were comfortable. You were both a pleasure to meet and hope to see you again soon. More

Glasgow, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed March 30, 2013

We had never been to the Lake District before and we were not disappointed. Unfortunately the weather was not very kind to us when we were there. We stayed for the weekend at the Holmlea Guest House and we were not disappointed. Very friendly staff, bedroom and dining room spotlessly clean and the breakfast was superb - very healthy cooking.... More

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cumbriaboss, Owner at Holmlea Guest House, responded to this review
April 29, 2013

Thank you for your lovely comments. We are indeed only a short distance from the Lake and all the attractions/amenities. Bowness has so much to offer and we are proud to be located in such an excellent quiet position for exploring the wonderful area. We're glad you liked the room at the back of the house. Its a lovely peaceful... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 6, 2013 via mobile

We booked this as a last minute break, and stayed two nights at holmlea. The hosts are pleasant and accommodating, and the house is situated in a great location, with everything in walking distance. Breakfast was lovely, with extra's offered to us if we wished. Bedroom was lovely and clean, and replenished daily, our only (very small) critisism would be... More

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cumbriaboss, Owner at Holmlea Guest House, responded to this review
March 7, 2013

Thank you for your comments Krista. The room you stayed in was our flexible twin/double where the single beds are securely linked together to make a large double bed. Apologies I should have mentioned this to you on arrival. As you say the beds were very comfortable and we are glad you enjoyed your stay. Hope to see you both... More

Crewe, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 26, 2013

Just love it, booked again for this year trying June this time just for the weekend this is our 9th year been coming so we've seen a few changes in the B&B, got to know Gill and John well and nothing is to much trouble, look forward to seeing the changes from 1 year to the next they have really... More

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cumbriaboss, Owner at Holmlea Guest House, responded to this review
February 27, 2013

Thank you Anne Marie. Its a pleasure to see you both each year and glad you enjoy coming to stay. We are proud of our achievements and refurbishments completed to date and its very nice to receive compliments from our guests. More

London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 22, 2013

We booked a few days before travelling and arrived at 3 p.m. Gill and John were happy for us to leave our car and have a look around Bowness returning to book in after 4p.m. which suited us very well. The room was lovely and the tea/coffee etc. was replenished every day (we stayed from Monday to Friday). Gill was... More

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cumbriaboss, General Manager at Holmlea Guest House, responded to this review
February 23, 2013

Thanks Barbara. We're glad you enjoyed our hospitality at Holmlea and look forward to seeing you again. More

Chorley, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 21, 2013

We stayed for two nights 15th and 16th Feb 2013. Location was ideal just 3minuets walk to the lake / pubs and restaurants. Room was clean, warm and pleasing to the eye. the bed was very comfortable, with facilities to make drinks. The chocolate hearts on the bed were a nice tutch as it was valentines weekend. Breakfast was realy... More

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cumbriaboss, Owner at Holmlea Guest House, responded to this review
February 22, 2013

Thank you for a lovely review. So glad you found our hospitality 1st class. We look forward to seeing you both again at Holmlea. More

Laceby, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 20, 2013

We booked for a 2 day stay at the Holmlea Guest House and would highly recommend it. Gill was very helpful and nothing was too much trouble, the room was lovely and extremely clean with lots of nice touches. The bed was very comfortable and the breakfast was wonderful and the service was excellent and we were made to feel... More

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cumbriaboss, Owner at Holmlea Guest House, responded to this review
February 22, 2013

Thanks Terry and Marie. Lovely to meet you and hope to see you again soon. More

 
 
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Also Known As:
Holmlea Guest House Bowness-On-Windermere, England - Lake District
Address: Kendal Road, Bowness-on-Windermere LA23 3EW, England
Region: United Kingdom > England > Cumbria > Lake District > Bowness-on-Windermere
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Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking
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Ranked #32 of 50 B&Bs / Inns in Bowness-on-Windermere
Price Range: $$
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
Holmlea is a Victorian Lakeland Stone Guest House offering comfortable bed and breakfast accommodation. We can assure you of a friendly welcome in a relaxed and informal atmosphere. Holmlea is in a quiet location of Bowness with only a few minutes stroll to the centre with its specialist shopping for fashion, food, arts and crafts. Bowness boasts great cafes, restaurants and pubs and is situated on Lake Windermere with the famous Windermere Lake Cruises. ... more   less 
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