Windermere · Lake District
Three en suite guest rooms, a cooked breakfast included, and a host who knows the fells. Five minutes on foot from Windermere village.
Rated 9.6/10 on HotelsCombined (196 reviews) · 4.8/5 on TripAdvisor (247 reviews), as of September 2026
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Rooms
Two doubles and one single, all en suite with shower, and all with flat-screen TV, free WiFi and a tea and coffee tray.
Double · En suite
A bright double with a brass bed, pink floral wallpaper and space to spread out. The corner holds a wardrobe, wall-mounted TV and tea and coffee tray.
Same room, another corner
Double · En suite
A cosy double with dotted wallpaper, a brass bed and a proper wooden wardrobe. Warm lamplight and a quiet street outside.
Same room, another angle
Single · En suite
The single room: a proper brass bed, sunny yellow walls, floral curtains and a framed print of the lake. Ideal for solo walkers.
Same room, another angleBreakfast
This is what guests write home about. Howard cooks it himself each morning.
A delicious cooked breakfast comes with every stay, served in the morning to set you up for the fells. Guests call it superb, amazing and fabulous, and several mention the local sausages Howard recommends.
There is a good vegetarian option every morning. Just mention it the night before.
Your host
One host, three rooms, no front desk queue. Howard runs Millbeck himself, and guests notice: he is described as a perfect host who cannot do enough for his guests, and he happily shares walking suggestions for the area.
"Howard the owner is the perfect host and a lovely guy who cannot do enough to ensure his guests have everything they need."TripAdvisor guest review
Check-in is personal, the advice is local, and if you arrive early he will tell you straight away when your room is ready.
Local guide
Picked for walkers, cyclists and sailors staying at Millbeck. Distances are from 44 Ellerthwaite Road.
Pull on boots straight from the front door.
The classic short fell walk above Windermere village, big views for little effort.
Guests do this stroll daily: down to the lakeshore at Bowness-on-Windermere.
Shops, pubs and restaurants, an easy evening wander from the house.
Wansfell Pike and the wider Lake District National Park start within a few miles.
Rainy-day insurance and lake days.
Peter Rabbit and friends, a favourite with families staying in Bowness.
Museum of boats, steam and stories on the lakeshore.
Steamers across the lake to Ambleside and Lakeside.
Gardens, adventure activities and lake views in one estate.
Stunning house with original interiors and lake views.
Evenings sorted within a short walk.
Guests call in at the friendly local pub down the road for a nightcap after the walk back from Bowness.
British cooking a few minutes from the house.
Seafood and British dishes near the property.
Summer weekends book out: reserve dinner tables ahead, especially in Bowness.
Leave the car if you can.
Direct trains connect at Oxenholme Lake District on the West Coast main line.
Regular buses to Bowness, Ambleside and Grasmere.
There is on-street parking right outside the house, and guests report no restrictions and always finding a spot. Check the signs on arrival.
Summer traffic around Bowness and the lake road crawls at peak times. Walk or take the bus for short hops.
Weather changes fast on the fells. Carry layers, check the forecast, and tell someone your route.
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Real photos of the house, the rooms and the bathrooms.
Good to know
Check-in is from 2:00 pm, check-out is by 10:30 am. If you will arrive late in the evening, please call ahead so Howard knows to expect you.
Yes. A delicious cooked breakfast is included in your room rate, served each morning. Vegetarian options are available.
Current rates are shown on the booking page. Millbeck publishes no fixed price list, so the live calendar always has the right figure for your dates. Check availability.
No. Pets are not allowed at Millbeck.
Yes, on the street right outside. Guests report no restrictions and always finding a space. Please check the signs on arrival.
Yes, free WiFi throughout the house, in every room.
The guest responsible for check-in must be 18 or above. No cots are provided in the rooms. Please call to discuss family stays.
Please call +44 1539 422759 to confirm. Deposit and cancellation terms are agreed directly when you book.
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