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About this property

The Dozy Deer - a newly renovated guest house - is just a short walk from Windermere centre. The rooms feature en suite bathrooms. No breakfast included. Windermere’s cafes and restaurants are just a short stroll away from The Dozy Deer. Rooms feature a TV and hairdryer, and tea and coffee facilities are also available. Breakfast is not provided, but we do have a dining room with a bean to cup coffee machine and a selection of teas at no extra charge. Breakfast is available at many cafes nearby, the closest being Homeground which is 400m away. Built from local Lakeland stone, The Dozy Deer is just 15 minutes’ walk from Windermere Railway Station. The beautiful walking routes of Orrest Head and Millerground are easily reached on foot.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Top location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

    • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.


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Room type
Number of guests
 
4 single beds
1 double bed
2 single beds
and
1 large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 1
1 double bed
Bedroom 2
1 large double bed
Bedroom 3
4 single beds
Bedroom 4
2 single beds
and
1 large double bed
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Guest reviews

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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Penelope
    Australia Australia
    We loved our stay at the Dozy Deer. Even though it was less than 24 hrs, the communication was excellent, the facilities wonderful, the decor amazing and as we were departing early, we absolutely loved the 'breakfast room' where we could get an...
  • Jayne
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely property. Very clean and comfortable. Close to centre of Windermere.Free on street parking nearby
  • Ilona
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Everything was great. Coffee in the morning extra bonus
  • Freddie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The owner was extremely welcoming and friendly, and the room was spotless and comfortable. Also in a great location and amazing value for money.
  • Connor
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The stay at the dozy deer was outstanding. The owners were very friendly and the place was ideal, close to the Windermere centre, easy to park. Free coffee in the morning aswell!
  • Ann
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The property was in an excellent location, the room and facilities were excellent and the hosts were extremely helpful and pleasant.
  • Sonal
    India India
    The property was very clean and well-maintained. Its location was convenient—just a 15-minute walk from the station, with restaurants and cafes nearby. Beth, the host, was extremely helpful. She provided clear directions before our arrival,...
  • Amal
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Clean, smells very nice upon entry and very comfortable.
  • Faisal
    Pakistan Pakistan
    This was our first trip to Windermere, The hotel is 10 minutes walk from the Train Station. We were greeted at the reception by owners Beth and Craig. The room size was very good considering that we were 4 people. Nicely decorated, Comfortable...
  • Frankie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely guest house with just a short 2 min walk to all the local amenities. So welcoming and clean. Perfect spot in Windermere. Fantastic value you for money

Managed by Beth Kelly

Company review score: 9.6Based on 421 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Having lived and worked in the lakes for many years, Beth has a love for the local area and all its offerings. From paddleboarding to climbing, she has given it all a go! As well as running The Dozy Deer, Beth also runs a Paddleboard Centre operating on both Windermere and Coniston Water.

Property information

The Dozy Deer is a newly renovated, traditional slate building in the heart of the Lake District. Located centrally in the popular town of Windermere, offering a great base to explore the National Park from. Coffee and hot drinks available as well as access to Dining room and front garden. Contactless arrival with external key locks means you can enjoy peace from the moment you arrive. Please note we do not allow occupancy per room to be exceeded.

Neighbourhood information

Located in the heart of Windermere, The Dozy Deer is a short drive or bus journey away from other Lake District towns such as Ambleside and Bowness. A great bolthole for walking in the lakes and spending time on the water, such as paddleboarding or boat hire.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

House rules

The Dozy Deer takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 20:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children older than 5 years are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardMaestroSoloCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Quiet hours
Guests must be quiet between 22:00 and 07:00.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note that this property does not provide breakfast.

Guests are kindly requested to provide their estimated time of arrival. This can be noted in the Comments Box when booking, or by using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

Please note that this property does not accept China Union Cards.

Please inform The Dozy Deer in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

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