Oakfold House Hotel - Bowness-on-Windermere

Award-winning Victorian guest house in Bowness-on-Windermere with individually designed rooms and a full Cumbrian breakfast sourced from award-winning butchers

Accommodation with Original Victorian Features

Oakfold House holds individual room designs, each with en-suite bathrooms and some retaining original Victorian fireplaces. Rooms include triple, executive king, and attic single options, all featuring flat-screen TVs and drinks trays with tea, coffee, and biscuits. A small fridge in each room offers extra convenience, and high-quality toiletries from a local brand are provided in every bathroom.

Full Cumbrian Breakfast with Local Ingredients

The full Cumbrian breakfast at Oakfold House uses meat sourced from award-winning butchers Higginson of Grange. Homemade gluten-free and vegan breakfast options are available, alongside lighter choices such as Scottish smoked salmon, grilled kippers, and bircher muesli. Each morning also offers homemade bread for toat, and the breakfast room overlooks the garden.

Short Walk to Lake Windermere and Bowness

Oakfold House Hotel Bowness-on-Windermere sits a 10-minute walk from Lake Windermere and a 5-minute stroll into Bowness village centre. The World of Beatrix Potter is also a 10-minute walk away, and scenic routes around Lake Windermere start directly from the door. Bus stops on Beresford Road provide easy access to Windermere and Kendal without a car.

Free On-Site Parking and Guest Lounge

Oakfold House offers free off-road parking on its grounds, with additional street parking available if the small car park is full. A guest lounge with board games and a cosy garden provide spaces for relaxation after exploring the Lakes. Luggage storage and daily housekeeping are included, and welcome treats such as homemade fudge greet guests on arrival.

Family-Friendly Rooms and Ground Floor Options

Family rooms and triple rooms are available, and the property has board games and puzzles for children. A ground-floor room with accessible amenities is offered for guests with mobility needs. The peaceful garden and quiet location make Oakfold House suitable for families wanting a scenic getaway.

• Location: 10-minute walk to Lake Windermere and Bowness centre
• Breakfast: Full Cumbrian breakfast with meat from award-winning butchers Higginson of Grange
• Rooms: Individually designed rooms with original Victorian fireplaces
• Parking: Free on-site parking with additional street space
• Family: Family rooms, board games, and ground-floor accessible room
• Dining: Homemade gluten-free and vegan breakfst options available