25 Church Street, Windermere, LA23 1AQ, United Kingdom
#28 of 63 B&Bs and Inns in Windermere
Guests' ChoiceBased on 526 hotel reviews
9.2Cleanliness
9.5
Comfort
9.6
Location
9.6
Facilities
9.3
Staff
9.0
Value for money
9.1
Free WiFi
8.9
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End of dialog contentReviewed: 31 August 2025
Burslam
United KingdomI believe the bathroom could’ve been slightly cleaner - I noticed areas around the bath (room 5) did not look swept/mopped as there were marks and hairs on the floor, also was the case next to the toilet. Overall the room still felt clean though, however just wanted to let you know!
Such a lovely place which is clearly loved and cared for! Very easy check in and communication with owners. Great location.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 28 August 2025
Pinar
United Kingdomthe small room is pretty small. its great for single occupancy for a few days, maybe could be challenging for two people
i liked everything veeeeery kind and responsive staff great location beautiful property
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 26 August 2025
Tom
United KingdomLoved the room but potentially a room divider to make the stand alone bath more private to rest of the room
Beautiful accommodation, with gorgeous bathroom and comfortable bed
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 23 August 2025
Paige
AustraliaThe only thing that was missing was the ability to store luggage - however the Information Centre folk are super lovely and can store your luggage for a small fee.
I had an exceptional 3 night stay at the Penn - would recommend to anyone. Conveniently located a short walk from Windermere station and the Main road of Windermere (+ buses to Bowness etc).
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 22 August 2025
Connor
United KingdomParking was a nightmare
Comfy and warm
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 21 August 2025
Erin
United KingdomThe location was excellent - close to town with parking. The bed was also super comfy, and the bath was really special with views out to the town centre. The ability to self-check in and get into the room without the need for a physical key card was also a novelty and worked very well!
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 20 August 2025
Leslie
AustraliaGood size room and very quiet
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 19 August 2025
Elaine
United KingdomGreat accommodation in a great location. Check in was easy and straight forward.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 19 August 2025
Peter
United KingdomNothing
Everything we needed. Very cosy room. Simple self-check-in
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 16 August 2025
David
United KingdomNothing
Everything
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 9 August 2025
Richard
United KingdomNothing.
Cosy and beautifully decorated. Dog friendly.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 5 August 2025
Olga
BelgiumThe location is very convenient : near the center of Windermere with lake district shops, supermarkets, coffee places for breakfast, restaurants... The only thing is that it can get noisy on the main road during traffic hours. On the other hand, it is super quiet during the night, to the point that I heard an owl 😄.
Absolutely charming. Very cosy, comfy, everything you need to crash into fluffy bedsheets after a day strolling around the lakes and mountains. The details of the room are carefully chosen. You just feel at home here. The staff is very available and flexible.
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 3 August 2025
Megan
United KingdomThey didn’t tell you they offer a turn down service which I think should always be optional and guests should be aware of someone else coming into the room. Room was left unlocked after cleaner left which did not make us feel very secure.
Great stay at The Penn! Beautiful room with lovely little touches such as a bar of fudge upon arrival!
Stayed in August 2025
Reviewed: 2 August 2025
Rachel
New ZealandGuests booked in rooms 1, 2 or 3 should make sure they enter by the door by the car park. We did not do this, and had to carry our suitcases up the stairs and then down a different flight of stairs to arrive at room 3
Handy to everything
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 1 August 2025
Vicky
United KingdomThere could have been more hanging space for clothes.
Beautiful decor, comfortable bed. We received a bottle of Cava to help celebrate a birthday along with some delicious fudge which was a lovely touch.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 31 July 2025
Hannah
United KingdomThe bathroom was very small and awkward to move around at times; we booked the cheapest room but would spend more for a bigger room if we stayed here again. It was a bit noisy in the morning as we could hear other guests coming in and out of their rooms as their doors slammed shut.
Great location and lovely decor. The radio on in the room and the tea, coffee and fudge were lovely touches.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 27 July 2025
Michaela
United KingdomI’ve taken 2 points off from giving a 10 score. 1- although having a fridge is great it is right next to the bed and as you know fridges kick in at any times and make quite a noise which it did through the night a few times, if your a deep sleeper this won’t matter but if your a light sleeper like me this may wake you. Having a fridge in the room is perfect but maybe move away from the bed as it was right by my head. 2. Although a very beautiful room comfy bed fab shower etc, I felt the room was just a tad too small. If bigger the fridge could be in a different spot and maybe a chair to sit on and a desk. Also a full length mirror would have been fab.
The decor was beautiful and it had everything you need. It was very easy to access with clear instructions. The bed was super comfy and the shower was lovely (powerful & hot)
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 27 July 2025
Lisa
United KingdomBathroom was small, no space to unpack clothes, great for 2 or 3 nights but not a big enough place for more than that.
Great location, comfortable bed, everything really high quality and stylish, very cosy!
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 27 July 2025
Rocyn
PhilippinesNothing negative about my stay.
The host was very kind and accommodating to begin with. And oh my, the place was gorgeous! My room was very cozy, clean to the tiniest details, and so beautiful. I also love how the radio was playing when I went in, it just set the mood. Overall, it was such a pleasant stay - I'd say one of the best places I've been in! Plus, the location is just perfect from the train station and all the shops. I felt very safe as well during my stay. A totally recommendable place to stay in, you can really feel how the host/s value this place so much! (heartsssss)
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 26 July 2025
Jordan
United KingdomN/a
Great location and lovely facilities. Cosy feel.
Stayed in May 2025
Reviewed: 25 July 2025
Archie
United KingdomThere was nothing we didn’t like
The room was cosy and decorated lovely. We couldn’t of been happier with the room and the facilities at The Penn
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 25 July 2025
Eilidh
United KingdomWe loved our stay, home from home 🏡
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 24 July 2025
Ellen
NetherlandsWe missed storage space in the bathroom: no shelves to put your toiletry bag on. The bathroom fan was also quite loud and automated, it was unclear how we could turn this off when we wanted to sleep. There's also no aircon, so take that into consideration when booking in summer.
We loved the property: it's gorgeous and the rooms are beautifully decorated. Very (!) comfy beds, very clean, lovely location. Hosts aren't at the property, but respond quickly and kindly via text message. Great breakfast options within a 5 minute walk.
Stayed in July 2025
Reviewed: 24 July 2025
Darren
United KingdomNothing was ace
All fantastic Loved every minute
Stayed in July 2025
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