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The Brown Horse Inn

Property class: 3.5
3.5-star inn near Lake Windermere

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A stone wall, a vintage wooden box labeled 'DOW'S PORT,' and a cozy seating area with a plaid cushion.
A rustic interior with a stone fireplace, wooden furniture, and framed pictures on the walls.
A wooden table with a tray of croissants, a coffee pot, and cups and saucers.
A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a desk, a lamp, a fan, and a window with curtains.
A traditional white building with a sign reading "Kendal Lancaster" and "Bowness Windermere."

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Winster A5074, Windermere, England, LA23 3NR
  • Place, Lyth Valley
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Windermere
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, World of Beatrix Potter
    ‪8 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Internal King Room

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a window with curtains, a chair, and a table with a fan and a remote control.

Internal King Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Valley view
  • 161 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

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A bedroom with a bed, a blue sofa, a wooden chair, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Valley view
  • 194 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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A neatly made bed with white and orange pillows, a teal blanket, and rolled towels on the side.

External King Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Valley view
  • 151 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Dog Friendly External King Room

A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a door, and wall art.

Dog Friendly External King Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Valley view
  • 151 sq ft
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a mounted deer head, a television, and a window with curtains.

Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

About the neighborhood

Windermere

In Windermere .You'll find Lake Windermere and Bowness Pier within 3 miles (5 km) of this inn. World of Beatrix Potter is within 3 miles (5 km) and Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre is within 9 miles (15 km).
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What's nearby

  • Lyth Valley - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Lake Windermere - 6 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Bowness Pier - 7 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • World of Beatrix Potter - 8 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre - 15 min drive - 9.0 miles

Getting around

  • Burneside Station - 11 min drive
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 108 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Old Pump House Coffee Shop - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Lake View Garden - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Albert - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Driftwood - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Bodega Bar & Tapas Bowness - ‬4 min drive

About this property

The Brown Horse Inn

3.5-star inn near Lake Windermere
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Brown Horse Inn also features a terrace, a garden, and concierge services. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Windermere inn is smoke free.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Brown Horse Inn offers 9 accommodations. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Cribs/infant beds (surcharge) are also available.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • 1 step to reach entrance
  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Bed sheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Room service

More

  • Heating
  • Individually decorated
  • Individually furnished
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 5 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternate location: [after 5 PM, go to the onsite bar]
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20.00 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 25.00 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for GBP 10.00 per stay.

Property payment types

  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: GBP 20.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 10.00 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25.00 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Brown Horse Inn Windermere
The Brown Horse Inn Inn
Brown Horse Windermere
The Brown Horse Inn Windermere
The Brown Horse Inn Inn Windermere

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Brown Horse Inn to the airport?

The Brown Horse Inn is 86.4 mi (108-min drive) away from the Manchester Airport (MAN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Brown Horse Inn?

As of Nov 11, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Brown Horse Inn on Nov 22, 2026 start from $173, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Brown Horse Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Brown Horse Inn.

Does The Brown Horse Inn offer free breakfast?

The Brown Horse Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Brown Horse Inn?

No, there is no casino at this inn.

What time is check-in at The Brown Horse Inn?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at The Brown Horse Inn?

This inn offers free self parking.

Does The Brown Horse Inn have a pool?

The Brown Horse Inn does not have a pool.

Does The Brown Horse Inn have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Brown Horse Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this inn.

How close is The Brown Horse Inn to downtown Windermere?

The Brown Horse Inn is 0.1 mi away from Winster.

The Brown Horse Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 138 out of 177 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 29 out of 177 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 8 out of 177 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 177 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 177 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really well located just out of bowness and Windermere - great staff, food was lovely and room was great pet friendly too would highly recommended!
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Brilliant stay, lovely attentive staff, stunning location.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was perfect and very dog friendly. The staff were very friendly and welcoming. The food was fantastic and would highly recommend the Sunday roast .
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Pleasant place to stay for a night
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, couldn't be more helpful One of our favourite places to stay
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely welcome on arrival, room was very pleasant. Only downside was I would have preferred the breakfast buffet laid out on a table rather than the bar.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
It was a nice experience and we really enjoyed it. The room was clean, staff was nice, and food was exquisite. I highly recommend Brown horse inn. Nice view.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay close to lake Windermere which was an 8 min drive away for us, comfortable beds, clean rooms, lovely breakfast, staff were really friendly and helpful too
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location...Great Rooms...Great Food...Great Staff.. particularly Jake and Sam in the Bar/Restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay great staff very dog friendly. Dog welcome pack lovely idea easy to get to not Windermere area
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a lovely 4 night stay we had at this property. Staff all so welcoming and food to die for. Awesome location too.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very peaceful and friendly staff. Lovely rooms with very comfortable beds. Excellent food.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great food
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Our go to place when looking for somewhere to stay , as we have done over many years .The staff are welcoming and always helpful if something is needed. The rooms are well furnished and comfortable with views over the fields. There is a relaxed atmosphere in both the bar and restaurant and the food is excellent with plenty of choice.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Staff & service
Disliked: Cleanliness
The staff at this hotel are very friendly and welcoming as we checked in the receptionist brought us a bottle of water and a couple of glasses which was appreciated. The room was comfortable and warm with a really comfy king size bed and a powerful shower. Even though this room was pet friendly we felt that the room especially the floors could have been a little bit clearer. Breakfast was well set up on a table with good choice of continental and the cooked breakfast was really tasty. The staff on shift at breakfast were also very welcoming. Yes I would recommend this Inn.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Just spent 4 nights at the Brown Horse Inn. The staff were great. Food for breakfast and evening meal was excellent particularly the roast on Sunday. Great choice for breakfast. The Inn is very well placed to explore the South Lakes. Would happily recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly staff, nothing was too much trouble. Incredibly dog-friendly including a 'dog welcome pack' and special 'exterior rooms' so you didn't disturb other guests when taking your dog in and out. Delicious food too.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fantastic stay. Lovely people. Incredible food.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dog friendly pub. 5 min uber drive to bowness. Great food and drink. Lovely country pub
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good stay will definitely be back
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Five stars aren't enough! My family and I were incredibly impressed. The rooms were spotless, and the staff was exceptionally kind and helpful. With a spacious parking lot and the best food I’ve ever had in the UK, we will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very friendly, and a good atmosphere, food excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very attentive staff, lovely well presented rooms. Excellent food and drink.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was really comfortable but it is noisy until around 11pm when restaurant closes. Food was excellent. Absolutely worth a visit. Staff really friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing stay

Had a fabulous weekend at the Brown Horse Inn, beds super comfortable, food amazing, staff helpful and friendly, couldn't falt it, will definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

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