Glencree
Glencree, Windermere, LA23 2EQ, United Kingdom
In beautiful Lakeland surroundings overlooking an beautiful brook, Glencree is situates between the villages of Bowness and Windermere. With free car park and free Wi-Fi, it serves hearty breakfasts cooked to order. Guests can swim in the property's off-site aquatic relaxation zone. Bright and warmly furnished, cozy nests at Glencree are individually designed and feature en suite bath or shower spacious rooms with free toiletries and a hairdryer. A flat-screen TV is featured in every room, along with tea and coffee-making facilities. Some private spaces relish scenic woodland views. The shores of tranquil Lake Windermere are only a 10-minute walk away, while the village centers Bowness and Windermere are both 15 minutes away on foot. The area is surrounded by stunning fells to explore, and Dove Cottage, the home of William Wordsworth, is 15 minutes’ drive away. Breakfasts are all made from high quality local produce, with a selection of traditional full English breakfasts or vegetarian and continental options.
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214 US$ / night** Approximate prices for a 1-night stay
Guest reviews for Glencree
"Fantastic host, couldn’t be anymore helpful. Great location between both towns and short walk to access. Breakfast was also great, plenty of option also, would highly recommend."
"Aucun."
"The guest house is very nice and conveniently located near the city centre. What I liked most was the bed with two duvets, which was very comfortable and suitable for everyone. The heating worked well, and there was an additional small heater available if needed. Shower gel and shampoo were provided, which was a nice touch. Overall, a pleasant and comfortable stay."
"There was a slight damp smell when entering the room, which I believe may have come from the carpet. It might help to air the room or clean the carpet more frequently."
"Excellent traditional English breakfast, good conversation and many excellent suggestions for "things" to see & do in the area."
"Probably should have stayed 2 nights."
"Beautiful house and back yard with a stream and woods . Excellent host/ owner."
"No electric outlets by the bed. Carpet every where …."
"Meticulous attention to detail and set up with strong design ideas. Ian was friendly and attentive. Easy interaction. Keypad entry for front door and room. Excellent veggie breakfast and coffee. Equidistant half mile walk to Windermere or Bowness. Great pizza at Base, and excellent Italian, Rastellis nearby."
"Parking for 4 cars , 5 if the rest are parked well, but you need to be confident as it's a bit tight. We had room 5 at the top of the house,, which was lovely, spacious and with a good shower, but there is an original spiral staircase to get up there. Not great if you have strength or mobility problems. We got our cabin bag suitcases up there fine, but wouldn't want to try it with a full sized case."
"We stayed at Glencree 25 years ago and were excited to be able to come back this year. Ian is a great host and the food was fabulous. Nice quiet location only a 12-15 minute walk to town. We would definitely come again."
"Nothing"
"Great location to be able to walk into Town. Plus near bus stop where there are several buses running to get you about. Great breakfast and Ian was a superb host. Just as a heads up the rooms at the top of the guest house have spiral staircase to get up to them - could be awkward if not too mobile - Ian did ask when we booked if we needed accessible room so do bear this in mind."
"Aucun."
"Great guest house. Very friendly and helpful staff. Love the character of the rooms. Very clean Lovely breakfast. Great location, only 10 mins walk to either Bowness or into windermere."
"Aucun."
"Location was great, parking was a plus and breakfast was fabulous!"
"Nothing! Lovely place."
"Great quality bedding. Gorgeous decor. Great food and welcoming staff"
"Nothing"
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"Great location. Convenient restaurants along High Street."
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"The entire staff was friendly and accommodating . We had to leave early for a long hike, and they made us a lovely breakfast to take away"
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"Great spa hotel in country setting, very clean with decent restaurant and health club facilities. Rooms good size with heating and kettle. Nice pool area with beds to relax in. Bed was comfy in room also."
"The hotel is almost opposite the railway station and bus station, so is very easy to find. The hotel interior has a very high level of cleanliness, is very comfortable and the staff very polite and civil. However, it is an older building and no room, restaurant or bar can be accessed without negotiating several flights of steps and stairs, so if you have any mobility issues or cannot manage stairs it may be advisable to look elsewhere. In all other respects the hotel is very good indeed."
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