The Glen Guest House
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#2 of 24 B&Bs in Kendal
Location
4.8
Rooms
4.9
Value
4.9
Cleanliness
4.9
Service
4.9
Sleep Quality
4.9
The Glen is a family concern with an excellent reputation for friendly service and large freshly cooked breakfasts using local produce. It is situated on the outskirts of Kendal, in a quiet location in its own grounds under "The Helm" (local walk and view point of Kendal, the Lake District Mountains and Morecambe Bay), but within a 200 metres of country Inn and restaurant. All rooms are en suite, with most having bath and shower. For that special occasion we have, our Luxury suite with en suite Bathroom with shower and a double room with large en suite bathroom with Double Bath and separate walk-in shower. We have a large family/twin room with view of 'The Helm' plus a large ground floor suite with king size bed. All rooms have freeview TV with DVD. Outside, relax on our patio before taking an evening walk on 'The Helm' to watch the sunset over the Lakeland Mountains, then a drink or meal in our local Inn.
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Property amenities
Free parking
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Wifi
Free breakfast
Children Activities (Kid / Family Friendly)
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
Baggage storage
Non-smoking hotel
Complimentary tea
Special diet menus
Outdoor furniture
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Housekeeping
Wake-up service / alarm clock
Flatscreen TV
Bath / shower
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
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Non-smoking rooms
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HOTEL CLASS
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HOTEL STYLE
Modern
Family
Location
Oxenholme, Kendal LA9 7RF England
Getting there
Carlisle Lake District Airport
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Newcastle Airport
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What a find this guest house was! Pauline and Bill are the best hosts, so very welcoming and accommodating, it was like staying with family or friends.
We requested an early breakfast one morning as we were catching an early train to spend the day in Edinburgh, and Pauline was more than happy to do it.
The room was clean with a comfy bed and a good shower, there are little touches that make such a difference like scissors in case you can’t open the coffee/milk sachets and the remote for the tv had obviously been sanitised and placed in a plastic bag. There was a fan in our room which was very handy as the weather was very hot!
The breakfast was lovely and there is plenty of choice to suit all, the mushrooms were the best I’ve ever had!
The location is also perfect, close to Kendal town, there is a pub just a few minutes away and the train station is only 5 minutes away too.
I genuinely have nothing negative to say, this is the best guest house we have ever stayed in.
We requested an early breakfast one morning as we were catching an early train to spend the day in Edinburgh, and Pauline was more than happy to do it.
The room was clean with a comfy bed and a good shower, there are little touches that make such a difference like scissors in case you can’t open the coffee/milk sachets and the remote for the tv had obviously been sanitised and placed in a plastic bag. There was a fan in our room which was very handy as the weather was very hot!
The breakfast was lovely and there is plenty of choice to suit all, the mushrooms were the best I’ve ever had!
The location is also perfect, close to Kendal town, there is a pub just a few minutes away and the train station is only 5 minutes away too.
I genuinely have nothing negative to say, this is the best guest house we have ever stayed in.
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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We visited The Glen whilst driving up to Scotland, this being our first stop from down South. If we could give 6 stars we would!
Our room was very clean, spacious and comfortable, every little extra had been thought of. The bathroom was extremely large with a double freestanding shower, bath and toiletries.
We are always a bit wary about pre-ordered breakfasts but it was definitely not an issue. After having our cereal etc the HOT breakfast arrived, it was delicious and piping hot, which makes a change. Cannot fault the service given by the owners Pauline and Bill. None of our other stops lived up to their breakfast.
Thank you for a lovely couple of nights, we hope to return so please don't move!
Jackie & Steve
Our room was very clean, spacious and comfortable, every little extra had been thought of. The bathroom was extremely large with a double freestanding shower, bath and toiletries.
We are always a bit wary about pre-ordered breakfasts but it was definitely not an issue. After having our cereal etc the HOT breakfast arrived, it was delicious and piping hot, which makes a change. Cannot fault the service given by the owners Pauline and Bill. None of our other stops lived up to their breakfast.
Thank you for a lovely couple of nights, we hope to return so please don't move!
Jackie & Steve
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Date of stay: July 2024Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Amazing B&B
It was like going to your parents for the weekend and just being looked after.
Bull and Pauline should be very proud of what they have achieved couldn’t do enough for you.
Fresh breakfast every morning always making sure we had everything we needed enough biscuits for the dog enough towels you name it they couldn’t do any more!
Amble parking great location beautiful views.
We will definitely be returning!!
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It was like going to your parents for the weekend and just being looked after.
Bull and Pauline should be very proud of what they have achieved couldn’t do enough for you.
Fresh breakfast every morning always making sure we had everything we needed enough biscuits for the dog enough towels you name it they couldn’t do any more!
Amble parking great location beautiful views.
We will definitely be returning!!
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Date of stay: April 2023Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Stayed as a family (2 adults, toddler & baby) for 3 nights.
Very warm welcome from Pauline when we arrived, and we were shown to a lovely, family room.
The room & bathroom were perfect, exceptionally clean and very spacious.
Breakfast was delicious with fresh local produce. The sausages were extra tasty as was the homemade marmalade.
Nothing was too much trouble, and both Pauline & Bill made us all feel very welcome. Lots of little touches in the room made it feel very homely.
I couldn’t recommend highly enough.
Would love to stay again & thank you for having us.
Very warm welcome from Pauline when we arrived, and we were shown to a lovely, family room.
The room & bathroom were perfect, exceptionally clean and very spacious.
Breakfast was delicious with fresh local produce. The sausages were extra tasty as was the homemade marmalade.
Nothing was too much trouble, and both Pauline & Bill made us all feel very welcome. Lots of little touches in the room made it feel very homely.
I couldn’t recommend highly enough.
Would love to stay again & thank you for having us.
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Date of stay: July 2024Trip type: Traveled with family
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Room Tip: Perfect location to explore the Lake District
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The room was lovely, very clean and very comfortable. Lots of plugs in good locations around the room, including USB charging sockets. The hosts Pauline & Bill are outstanding, so friendly and helpful. A welcome email from them was really nice with directions and explains some of the covid guidelines in place. Large bottle of water delivered daily. Kettle and tea coffee tray in room with lots of choice including decaf tea and fruit teas and biscuits. Breakfast was fabulous, really fresh ingredients and cooked to perfection with lots of choice. Free car parking and good wi-fi. Lots of really nice touches like a mini torch on the key holder and scissors with the tea tray (to cut satchets).
Hotel is close to a pub/restaurant called the Station Inn which does good food (needs booking in advance). There is an Asda a few minutes drive from hotel for any bits. The hotel is approx 10 mins drive from Kendal and 25 mins drive from Bowness. Overall an outstanding hotel and thoughtful owners that made for a truly relaxing and refreshing holiday.
Hotel is close to a pub/restaurant called the Station Inn which does good food (needs booking in advance). There is an Asda a few minutes drive from hotel for any bits. The hotel is approx 10 mins drive from Kendal and 25 mins drive from Bowness. Overall an outstanding hotel and thoughtful owners that made for a truly relaxing and refreshing holiday.
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Date of stay: June 2021Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Bill and Pauline do a fantastic job of running this wonderful guest house.
The breakfast is really quite delicious and you are provided with many different options for fruit, cereals, yogurt etc., along with your choice of cooked breakfast items, so you can vary it each day if you wish. It is complimented with your choice of drinks and presented in a very lovely way. They were also very helpful in accommodating our gluten free diet, serving up gluten free sausages and toast as part of our full English - just the thing for a full day of walking!
The room was very clean and tidy with tea and coffee making facilities, and was also dog friendly.
It is in an excellent quiet location, next to the Helm which is good for walking with great views of the surrounding area. The pub just over the road does really good burgers and ales.
If we are ever planning to stop in the area again, then this will definitely be our first choice!
The breakfast is really quite delicious and you are provided with many different options for fruit, cereals, yogurt etc., along with your choice of cooked breakfast items, so you can vary it each day if you wish. It is complimented with your choice of drinks and presented in a very lovely way. They were also very helpful in accommodating our gluten free diet, serving up gluten free sausages and toast as part of our full English - just the thing for a full day of walking!
The room was very clean and tidy with tea and coffee making facilities, and was also dog friendly.
It is in an excellent quiet location, next to the Helm which is good for walking with great views of the surrounding area. The pub just over the road does really good burgers and ales.
If we are ever planning to stop in the area again, then this will definitely be our first choice!
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Date of stay: August 2020
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We stayed at “The Glen” for 6 nights for a local golf tournament that my husband was playing in - from the moment we arrived till the minute we left we were looked after perfectly - breakfast was amazing & everything was so fresh. Rooms were spotless and comfortable with lots of various teas & coffees etc. We had a lovely view of the hills from our room & we could go for a walk without taking the car. We will definitely be back next year if the tournament is repeated.
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Date of stay: April 2021Trip type: Traveled on business
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Lovely guest house in a great location. Bill & Pauline were very accomodating, and even made an exception to allow our dog into the dining room with us for breakfast due to her separation anxiety. Lovely room, modern and very clean with every last detail thought of - even down to mini scissors for opening tea/milk sachets etc! We had the 'cosy double' room - it was quite tight with 2 adults and a large dog but was fine for a couple of nights, if we stay again we would pay the £20 extra for a larger room. Breakfast was brilliant, as were the hosts. Highly recommend!
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Date of stay: October 2020
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The reception by the host was very warm, she explained the Covid steps being taken. The room was spotlessly clean and very comfortable. Breakfast was highly recommended and did not dissapoint. Nothing was too much trouble for the hosts. I would certainly reccomend this guet house.
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Date of stay: September 2021
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Lovely gem of a guest house. The owners, Bill and Pauline are first class hosts! Nothing is too much trouble and they are friendly and informative without being intrusive. Breakfasts have been perfect - well cooked and beautifully presented. Everything is spotlessly clean and we have everything you could need provided in our room. All the correct procedures Re COVID are in place and everything sanitised and cleaned to an extremely high standard. Faultless. We will definitely be returning and would highly recommend a stay here, we just wish we could stay longer. Five star!
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Date of stay: October 2020Trip type: Traveled as a couple
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Sorry for delay in replying. There is a train service to Windermere from Oxenholme and a bus service from Kendal.
"There is parking available, a good pub just up the road for evening meals. A short walk from the station but up a bit of a hill."Read full review
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PRICE RANGE
$132 - $155 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
LOCATION
United KingdomEnglandCumbriaLake DistrictKendal
NUMBER OF ROOMS
7
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Glen Guest House
Which popular attractions are close to The Glen Guest House?
Nearby attractions include Wreay Syke Alpacas (0.8 miles), Lake District National Park Guided Walks (0.9 miles), and Levens Hall (3.8 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at The Glen Guest House?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, free breakfast, and free parking.
What food & drink options are available at The Glen Guest House?
Guests can enjoy free breakfast and complimentary tea during their stay.
What are some restaurants close to The Glen Guest House?
Conveniently located restaurants include Pedro's Casa, Thai Kitchen In Lakeland, and Cafe Olive Kendal.
Are pets allowed at The Glen Guest House?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Are there any historical sites close to The Glen Guest House?
Many travelers enjoy visiting Levens Hall (3.8 miles), Sizergh Castle (2.6 miles), and Lakeland Museum (1.7 miles).
Is The Glen Guest House accessible?
Yes, it offers reduced mobility rooms. For specific inquiries, we recommend calling ahead to confirm.