Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories - 5 min drive
Getting around
Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 135 min drive
Burneside Station - 11 min drive
Windermere Station - 15 min drive
Ulverston Station - 21 min drive
Restaurants
The Pier Coffee Shop - 5 min drive
The Boathouse Bar & Restaurant - 4 min drive
The Lake View - Bowness - 5 min drive
The Punch Bowl Inn - 4 min drive
Costa Coffee - 5 min drive
About this property
The Brown Horse Inn
The Brown Horse Inn puts you a short five-minute drive from Lake Windermere. You can unwind with a drink at the bar/lounge, and the restaurant is the perfect spot to grab a bite to eat. A terrace and a garden are other highlights. Fellow travellers love the helpful staff.
Languages
English
At a glance
Hotel size
9 rooms
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM
Contactless check-in and check-out are available
Express check-out available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age – 18
Check-out time is 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 5 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Minimum check-in age is 18
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only, 1 total)*
Service animals welcome
Specific rooms only*
Food and water bowls available
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Parking
Free on-site self-parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Room service
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Concierge services
Luggage storage
Facilities
Garden
Terrace
Room amenities
Be entertained
Television
Home comfort
Heating
Electric kettle
Iron/ironing board (on request)
Sleep well
Bed sheets provided
What to enjoy
Patio
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Shower only
Hairdryer
Towels
More
Daily housekeeping
Special features
Dining
On-site venue – This restaurant specialises in British cuisine and serves lunch, dinner and light fare.
On-site venue No. 2 – brewpub.
Fees & policies
Children & extra beds
Cots/infant beds are available for GBP 10.0 per day
Rollaway beds are available for GBP 25.0 per day
Guests must contact this property in advance to reserve cots/infant beds and rollaway/extra beds
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15.00 per pet, per stay
Policies
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Cashless transactions are available.
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
Does The Brown Horse Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, The Brown Horse Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in, depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure that you check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at The Brown Horse Inn?
Yes, dogs are welcome, with a limit of 1 total. There's a charge of GBP 15.00 per pet, per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at The Brown Horse Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at The Brown Horse Inn?
Check-in start time: 2 PM; check-in end time: 11 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM. Express check-out and contactless social distancing and check-out are available.
What is there to do at The Brown Horse Inn and nearby?
The Brown Horse Inn has a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near The Brown Horse Inn?
Yes, there's an on-site restaurant that offers British cuisine.
Does The Brown Horse Inn have any outdoor private spaces?
Yes, every room features a patio.
What's the area around The Brown Horse Inn like?
The Brown Horse Inn is located a short 3-minute walk from Lyth Valley.
The Brown Horse Inn Reviews
Reviews
9.4
Exceptional
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9.4/10
Cleanliness
9.8/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10 Exceptional
19 December 2024
Excellent again
Another very enjoyable & relaxing overnight stay. Dinner and breakfast excellent as always
Martin
Martin, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
3 November 2024
Fabulous weekend away with our dog at The Brown Horse. The staff here are fabulous. From check in to check out efficient and friendly. Praise must go to the restaurant and bar staff for just being so professional and friendly.
The chef here knows how to cook with a spin on pub classics.
Highly recommended.
Alex
Alex, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
20 September 2024
What a beautiful, but remote location. Our terrace room were outstanding! The views oar breathtaking. The restaurant was busy but had good selections fast, accurate service. Really enjoyed our stay.
Theodore
Theodore, 1-night family trip
Verified Travelocity guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 September 2024
Great base for Windermere outings
What a find! Beautiful rural location just outside the Bowness business & within an easy drive of west Windermere. Our room was beautifully decorated & spotlessly clean. The food at the pub was excellent & the service friendly but unobtrusive. The only downside for us was that although the outside room with patio was dog friendly there was nowhere on site to safely let our dog off lead. Otherwise we would definitely be back to stay again.
Rebecca
Rebecca, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
28 August 2024
Excellent service and good food (we only had breakfast), and quite nice, modern style accommodation in their independent "pods". About 10 minutes drive from Bowness Pier, which is easy if you have a car. If not, you have to call a taxi; there is no bus stop or train station in a walkable distance. This can be a challenge during peak hours, with long waits so you have to plan your day well and call in advance.
Jayakrishnan
Jayakrishnan, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
8/10 Very good
18 August 2024
A lovely base for exploring the Lakes
The Brown Horse was a lovely place to spend a couple of nights while our family of three explored the local area. The room was a good size, with a modern ensuite bathroom. It was pretty clean, although some of the fabrics could do with a good dust as I couldn't stop sneezing. The bed could have been more comfortable as it was quite firm, but perhaps that's just a preference. The food was top notch. We enjoyed a delicious breakfast both mornings, which you're asked to preorder the evening before. We also ate dinner one evening and it was delicious. There is a play area for children to enjoy, with benches for adults to relax while supervising the children.
Hannah
Hannah, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
4 August 2024
Rob
Rob, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
29 July 2024
We had a great stay. The room was just what we expected. It was clean comfy and had a nice view out to the countryside.
James
James, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 July 2024
Nice
Was lovely apart from the ladies toilets in the bar needs a lot of work
Paul
Paul, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 July 2024
Gary
Gary, 4-night business trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
22 July 2024
Hidden Gem
Great pub in the Lakes District both for accommodation and food.
STEWART
STEWART, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
15 July 2024
We’ve never been to this area of Cumbria. We normally stay around towns. The Inn is very rural but it is easy to get to Bowness on Windermere by car. Our room was lovey and clean, the bed was comfortable, the shower was great, the views were amazing and the staff were friendly and polite.
Jeanette
Jeanette, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 June 2024
Would definitely return!
Lovely little inn, not too loud at night. Nice vieww of the hills. The ataff were friendly, the food was delicious amd the bed was comfy!
S H
S H, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
24 May 2024
Lovely pub, fabulous staff and excellent food
Kimberly
Kimberly, 2-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
6 May 2024
Emma
Emma, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
7 April 2024
Great stay in a great location
We had a lovely stay at the Brown Horse. Our family room was lovely, the staff were very helpful and friendly and the food was outstanding.
Deirdre
Deirdre, 2-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
18 March 2024
James
James, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
5 March 2024
Thomas
Thomas, 2-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
23 February 2024
Mr C
Mr C, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
16 February 2024
The Brown Horse Inn
Gorgeous hotel really friendly the only downside for me was the hard pillows but that’s personal preference. Food in the bar was outstanding as was breakfast which was fresh. Will be back again in the summer!
Lou
Lou, 1-night family trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
8/10 Very good
1 February 2024
Great night
Fabulous staff
DAVID
DAVID, 1-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
21 November 2023
Idyllic location for a cozy inn & pub with welcoming and helpful staff.
Katherine
Katherine, 1-night romance trip
Verified Expedia guest review
10/10 Exceptional
27 October 2023
Relaxing getaway
A fantastic stay, friendly staff beautiful setting, great food
Our dog boycie was spoilt as well sausages every morning woofs from him
Ian
Ian, 3-night trip
Verified Hotels.com guest review
10/10 Exceptional
1 October 2023
Dog friendly
Excellent stay with our cocker spaniel. We ate in the bar twice and the food and service was brilliant. Highly recommended