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Rum Doodle B&B

Property class: 4
4-star guest house near Lake Windermere

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Photo gallery for Rum Doodle B&B

A hallway with patterned flooring, a wooden staircase, and a bookshelf with books.
A white metal table and two white metal chairs in an outdoor setting with greenery in the background.
A stone house with a bay window, surrounded by greenery.
A bed with a headboard, two pillows, and a decorative pillow with a coat of arms.
A dining area with wicker chairs and a wooden table, a bookshelf, and a string of lights.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Sunny Bank Road, Windermere, England, LA23 2EN
  • Place, Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Windermere
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, World of Beatrix Potter
    ‪13 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Superior Double Room (8) Roll Top Bath in Bedroom

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a wardrobe, a mirror, and a wall decorated with vintage suitcases.

Superior Double Room (8) Roll Top Bath in Bedroom

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Four Poster (6)) Breakfast Served in Bedroom

A four-poster canopy bed with a nightstand and lamp, a chair, and a table with flowers.

Superior Room, 1 King Bed (Four Poster (6)) Breakfast Served in Bedroom

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Standard Double Room (4)

A bedroom with a large bed, a bedside lamp, a chair, and a window with curtains.

Standard Double Room (4)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Double Room (7)

A bedroom with a bed, two chairs, a desk with a lamp, a suitcase, and a television on the wall.

Double Room (7)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Double Room (Small (3))

A neatly made bed with a black metal frame and white bedding, a bedside table with a lamp, and a framed picture on the wall.

Double Room (Small (3))

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for King Bed Breakfast Served in Bedroom

A bedroom with a bed, a TV mounted on the wall, a dining table with chairs, and a window with shutters.

King Bed Breakfast Served in Bedroom

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Garden view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Double or Twin Room (1)

A room with two wooden beds, a chair, a dresser, and a large mirror.

Double or Twin Room (1)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

View all photos for Suite (9)

A bedroom with a sloped ceiling, stone wall, wooden bed frame, and two bedside lamps.

Suite (9)

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

View all photos for Double Room (Four Poster (5))

A cozy bedroom with a bed, a nightstand, and a bookshelf filled with books.

Double Room (Four Poster (5))

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(5 reviews)
  • Resort view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

About the neighborhood

Windermere

Windermere retreat .Within a 15-minute walk of the guesthouse, you'll find Lake Windermere and Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories. World of Beatrix Potter and Old Laundry Theatre are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Lake Windermere - 12 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • World of Beatrix Potter - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Old Laundry Theatre - 16 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • Bowness Pier - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Windermere Station - 17 min walk
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 120 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Albert - ‬14 min walk
  • ‪The Westmorland Inn - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪Trattoria - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪Brown Sugar - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪The Magic Roundabout - ‬14 min walk

About this property

Rum Doodle B&B

4-star guest house near Lake Windermere
Free breakfast is served daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.
  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • Built in 1879
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Garden
Rum Doodle B&B offers 9 accommodations with hair dryers and complimentary toiletries. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. This Windermere guesthouse provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • No onsite parking available

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM

Accessibility

  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; your host will greet you
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 72 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 8 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

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children 18 and younger are not allowed at this property. All guests older than 18 are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are not available.

Property payment types

  • American Express
  • Mastercard
  • Visa

Important information

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; cash is not accepted
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. No onsite parking is available. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, and American Express. Cash is not accepted. 

We should mention

  • Children 18 years old and younger aren't allowed at this property.

Property class

This establishment has received its official star rating from VisitEngland, the National Tourist Board for England.

Property is also known as

Rum Doodle Hotel Windermere
Rum Doodle Hotel
Rum Doodle Windermere
Rum Doodle B&B Windermere
Braemount House Hotel Windermere
Rum Doodle Bed & Breakfast Windermere, Lake District
Rum Doodle B&B
Rum Doodle Bed & Breakfast Windermere Lake District
Rum Doodle B B
Rum Doodle B&B Guesthouse
Rum Doodle B&B Windermere
Rum Doodle B&B Guesthouse Windermere

Frequently asked questions

How close is Rum Doodle B&B to the airport?

Rum Doodle B&B is 90.8 mi (120-min drive) away from the Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at Rum Doodle B&B?

As of Sep 29, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Rum Doodle B&B on Oct 12, 2026 start from $92, 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 Rum Doodle B&B have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Rum Doodle B&B.

Does Rum Doodle B&B offer free breakfast?

Rum Doodle B&B offers free full breakfast every day from 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM.

Is there a casino at Rum Doodle B&B?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at Rum Doodle B&B?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Rum Doodle B&B?

Free parking is not available at this guesthouse.

Does Rum Doodle B&B have a pool?

Rum Doodle B&B does not have a pool.

Does Rum Doodle B&B have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Rum Doodle B&B to downtown Windermere?

Rum Doodle B&B is 0.6 mi away from Windermere.

Rum Doodle B&B Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 217 out of 264 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 42 out of 264 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 264 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 264 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 264 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.6/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Stayed at rum doodle four times, great staff and a breakfast to die for. Highly recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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The perfect place to stay within easy walking distance of bowness and windermere . parking is on site , room very well maintained , you get a good breakfast to start the day off , staff very helpful friendly 100%
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Clean rooms, staff friendly
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely bed and breakfast . Perfect on the middle of Windermere and bowness . Lovely room, lovely breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We loved our stay, the cleanliness was exceptional and the waitress at breakfast was amazing. Off road parking was a big plus and the location is ideal for both bowness and windermere.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Fabulous bed and breakfast. Friendly staff, lovely room and incredible breakfast. Our second stay here and will definitely go back again
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Great value for money in charismatic B&B. Breakfast very good quality and service excellent.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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I stayed in room 7 was perfect and the bed was so comfy. The poriddge and cumbrain breakfast were lovely. The staff were very friendly and welcoming. It is in a great location too. Will be booking again.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Excellent stay within walking distance to Windermere Fantastic breakfast and very welcoming
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Really lovely b&b, very comfortable and cute. The location is walkable and the check in was friendly
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Interesting and quirky. Friendly staff Great location V good breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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A lovely characterful B&B in a quiet and convenient location for Windermere. Rooms very clean, welcoming staff with a superb breakfast and would visit again when in the Lake District.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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10 min walk to the lake passing shops, cafes and bars, breakfast was lovely served to our large room with table in the bay window, so clean and homely
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Clean comfortable room, delicious breakfast, and friendly staff. WiFi wasn’t great but overall we loved our stay.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Extremely comfy bed and great breakfast.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Five stars from me. Lovely place to stay, cracking breakfast safe parking, clean and quiet. Friendly staff. Would happily stay again.
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Staff very kind. Breakfast is good.
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Staff were amazing, breakfast was heavenly and decor was so quirky and fun!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2026
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10/10 Excellent

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Room was beautifully decorated, and very clean. Staff super friendly. Bathroom needed an update with rust in bath and tiles falling off, plus very compact and you couldn't open door fully due to sink behind it.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Very nice room with a good breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great location, wonderful hosts and delicious breakfasts
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
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10/10 Excellent

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Lovely B&B with a homely feel, spotlessly clean bedroom and bathroom, free and easy parking. Staff were lovely and friendly and I would highly recommend a stay at Rum Doodle . One of the best full English breakfasts I’ve had at any accommodation. Thank you for the hospitality 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

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Really nice b&b. Room was nice and clean. Breakfast was really nice. Recommended
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Brilliant breakfast lovely and freshly made could not fault it . The room we stayed in nice and clean we had a nice peaceful sleep. Parking wasn't a problem plenty of room to park your car. Overall I'd definitely go back again.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Good check in indications and good breakfast. Free parking
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026