Virginia Cottage Guest House
Kendal Road, Bowness-on-Windermere LA23 3EJ England
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#13 of 33 B&Bs in Bowness-on-Windermere
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Virginia Cottage is a quiet and relaxing guest house situated just two minutes walk from Lake Windermere, where you can catch the many ferry boats around the lake, and the centre of Bowness with its many bars, restaurants and excellent shopping. The cottage has WiFi throughout including the bedrooms. The Beatrix Potter Museum is less than 5 minutes walk away. It is ideally placed for seeing all that the Lake District has to offer and local bus services are 150m away. All rooms are en-suite, some with four poster beds and spa baths, and they include a TV with DVD player, tea and coffee making facilities with homemade biscuits, a fridge and hair dryer. Pets are welcome by prior arrangement in specified rooms.
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Property amenities
Paid public parking nearby
Free High Speed Internet (WiFi)
Breakfast available
Boating
Hiking
Pets Allowed ( Dog / Pet Friendly )
Adults only
Non-smoking hotel
Street parking
Wifi
Complimentary Instant Coffee
Complimentary tea
Special diet menus
Mini golf
Bowling offsite
Canoeing offsite
Fishing
Tennis court offsite
Walking tours
Outdoor furniture
First aid kit
Umbrella
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Wardrobe / wardrobe
Bottled water
Clothes rack
Iron
Coffee / tea maker
Refrigerator
Flatscreen TV
Bath / shower
Private bathrooms
Electric kettle
Complimentary toiletries
Hair dryer
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Mountain view
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Centrally Located
Mid-range
Languages Spoken
English
Location
98Great for walkers
Grade: 98 out of 100
78Restaurantswithin 0.3 miles
16Attractionswithin 0.3 miles
1104Reviews8Q+A100Room tips
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Just back from a stay at this place ,its fab,it wasnt planned as we got stuck due to severe snow. Angus the owner is lovely,rooms are great everything you need,place is dog friendly to,breakfast was superb,overall a great place to stay,i would highly reccomend it 100%,i will stay here again,thank you so much for our stay.
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Date of stay: December 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from angus reid, Owner at Virginia Cottage Guest House
Responded 1 week ago
Many thanks. Shame the weather was so bad for everyone but the lakes looked fantastic with all the snow. So pleased you got home safely.
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Just returned from a lovely weekend break with our dog at Virginia Cottage. Hosts Angus and Sherry made us feel so welcome the moment we walked in the door, and made a fuss over our dog Brock, which was just fantastic. Nice room, comfy bed. Great breakfasts in a friendly atmosphere and sausage treats for the dogs is a lovely touch. Wouldn’t hesitate to return, and recommend to all. This place genuinely wants you and your dogs to have a good stay!
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Date of stay: October 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Room Tip: Car park is 5-min walk away
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Response from angus reid, Owner at Virginia Cottage Guest House
Responded 4 weeks ago
many thanks for taking the time to write a review, really appreciated and it will be great having you back in the future. Thanks Angus
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Stayed for a week, ideal location only a few minutes walk from Lake Windermere. Excellent hosts. Room was clean and well maintained and most importantly the bed was lovely and comfortable. Good quality breakfast. No on-site parking, however this wasn’t a problem as there was good public parking close by. Would highly recommended staying at Virginia Cottage if you’re visiting the area
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
Room Tip: No on-site parking but ample public parking close by
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Response from angus reid, Owner at Virginia Cottage Guest House
Responded 5 Oct 2023
Cheers John. Enjoyed your company and spinning a few old Navy tales. See you next year.
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Virginia Cottage is perfectly placed to enjoy Bowness on Windermere and as a base to explore the lakes. It is an old building, full of character and lots of personal touches from the owners Angus and Sherry. Our room (6) was spotless and really comfortable and warm, perfect after a day out walking in the rain! The room had lots of little touches that you just don’t find in chain hotels, fresh milk in the fridge downstairs for tea and coffee, great Wi-Fi and comfy seating areas. In the public areas there are blankets and treats for 4 legged visitors (we didn’t have one with us but we are dog lovers and like to see them well catered for!) Angus and Sherry are brilliant hosts, they know the local area and recommended lots of places to visit and eat. Make sure you book breakfast as well as the room, Angus’s breakfasts are brilliant and Sherry’s welcome is a great way to start the day. There isn’t onsite parking but a very large and reasonably priced car park a 5 minute walk away. We will definitely return to Virginia Cottage.…
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Date of stay: September 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Room Tip: There are steps as it is an old building so may not be suitable for those with severe mobility...
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Response from angus reid, Owner at Virginia Cottage Guest House
Responded 5 Oct 2023
Thanks Bev. It was a laugh and you certainly made our week fun.
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I have just spent Bank holiday weekend at Virginia Cottage in Bowness, and would highly recommend, particularly if you are a doggie owner. The lovely decorated rooms are so clean and well equipped, and it was a pleasure to meet Angus and Sherry who were so very welcoming. Bon and I will certainly be returning.
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from angus reid, Owner at Virginia Cottage Guest House
Responded 9 Sept 2023
Thanks Carol. glad you enjoyed it. Loved Bon, sherry was upset when you left as she takes t the dogs a lot.
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We spent the August b/hol weekend at Virginia Cottage - it was wonderful! We needed dog-friendly accommodation and we’ve never stayed anywhere else that has come close to what we’ve just experienced at Virginia Cottage. Lovely hosts, Angus and Sherrie attended both ours and our dog’s every needs - even down to providing a doggy brekkie (chopped sausage), while we enjoyed ours. It’s the little things that showed how much they cared about their guests - there were too many to mention. Spotless, comfortable accommodation and a location that couldn’t be better - right in the heart of Bowness. Looking forward to returning as soon as we can.
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Date of stay: August 2023Trip type: Travelled with family
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A very pleasant stay, the hosts could not do enough for us. Breakfast was fantastic. The whole place was very clean and is situated ideally for local shops and pubs. Also not too far for the boat trips.
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Date of stay: July 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Room Tip: The ferry across to Hill Top does not run between 11.10 and 11.40 other than that every 20 minutes
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Response from angus reid, Owner at Virginia Cottage Guest House
Responded 16 Jul 2023
Thank you and glad you enjoyed your stay. We are so fortunate to be so close to everything and love it here.
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Stayed in the skylight room last minute on a day out and Angus the lovely owner met us at the property within five mins. Central location, parking a couple of mins walk away. Room spotless and tasteful. Drinks tray good and lovely biscuits too! Had to leave before breakfast unfortunately. Host really helpful and knowledgeable, recommended some great bars and restaurants. We stumbled across this gem by accident but will definitely be back for a longer stay!
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Date of stay: June 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from angus reid, Owner at Virginia Cottage Guest House
Responded 1 Jul 2023
Thanks. Glad you enjoyed it as it was such short notice for you both. See you soon
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When we arrived we were made to feel so welcome and they made a fuss of our dog beau the rooms were very clean any thing you wanted they provided breakfast was first class and Angus and Sherry were fantastic hosts We will definitely go back and would recommend anyone looking for a place that's central in Bowness and wanting a warm welcome this is the place to go
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Date of stay: June 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Room Tip: If you have a dog it’s really ideal they are treated as part of the family
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Response from angus reid, Owner at Virginia Cottage Guest House
Responded 23 Jun 2023
Many thanks, Sherry really misses Beau! You were both great guests as well.
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We had a fabulous stay at the Virginia Cottage whilst visiting the area. Angus and Sherry (the owners) made us feel so welcome and couldn't do enough for us. Angus has a mindful of knowledge on the area which made it easier for our stay and locations to visit. This was topped off with a lovely ensuite room and the breakfast well it's just fantastic. Such a shame we had to leave and will definitely be going back. We highly recommend staying here.
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Date of stay: June 2023Trip type: Travelled as a couple
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Response from angus reid, Owner at Virginia Cottage Guest House
Responded 23 Jun 2023
Thanks Steve. Glad you enjoyed yourself.
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PRICE RANGE
US$110 - US$156 (Based on Average Rates for a Standard Room)
ALSO KNOWN AS
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LOCATION
United KingdomEnglandCumbriaLake DistrictBowness-on-Windermere
NUMBER OF ROOMS
11
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Frequently Asked Questions about Virginia Cottage Guest House
What are some of the property amenities at Virginia Cottage Guest House?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free wifi, breakfast, and boating.
Which room amenities are available at Virginia Cottage Guest House?
Top room amenities include a flat screen TV, a refrigerator, and a view of the mountains.
What food & drink options are available at Virginia Cottage Guest House?
Guests can enjoy breakfast, complimentary tea, and free instant coffee during their stay.
Is parking available at Virginia Cottage Guest House?
Yes, paid public parking nearby and street parking are available to guests.
Are pets allowed at Virginia Cottage Guest House?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Does Virginia Cottage Guest House have any great views?
Yes, guests often enjoy the city view available here.