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The Brown Horse Inn

Property class: 3.5
3.5-star inn near Lake Windermere

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Photo gallery for The Brown Horse Inn

A stone wall, a vintage wooden box labeled 'DOW'S PORT,' and a cozy seating area with a plaid cushion.
A traditional white building with a sign reading "Kendal Lancaster" and "Bowness Windermere."
A wooden table with a tray of croissants, a coffee pot, and cups and saucers.
A hotel room with a bed, a chair, a desk, a lamp, a fan, and a window with curtains.
A rustic interior with a stone fireplace, wooden furniture, and framed pictures on the walls.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Room service
  • Housekeeping

Explore the area

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Winster A5074, Windermere, England, LA23 3NR
  • Place, Lyth Valley
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, World of Beatrix Potter
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre
    ‪15 min drive‬

Room options

View all photos for Internal King Room

A bedroom with a wooden bed, a window with curtains, a chair, and a table with a fan and a remote control.

Internal King Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • Valley view
  • 15 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Family Room

A bedroom with a bed, a blue sofa, a wooden chair, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with curtains.

Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)
  • Valley view
  • 18 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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A neatly made bed with white and orange pillows, a teal blanket, and rolled towels on the side.

External King Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(7 reviews)
  • Valley view
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

View all photos for Dog Friendly External King Room

A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a door, and wall art.

Dog Friendly External King Room

8.4 out of 10
Very good
(5 reviews)
  • Valley view
  • 14 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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A hotel room with two beds, a mounted deer head, a television, and a window with curtains.

Double or Twin Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • Garden view
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

About the area

Windermere

In Windermere .You'll find Lake Windermere and Bowness Pier within 3 miles (5 km) of this inn. World of Beatrix Potter is within 3 miles (5 km) and Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre is within 9 miles (15 km).
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What's nearby

  • Lyth Valley - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
  • Lake Windermere - 6 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Bowness Pier - 7 min drive - 6.3 km
  • World of Beatrix Potter - 8 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre - 15 min drive - 14.5 km

Getting around

  • Burneside Station - 11 min drive
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 105 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lake View Garden - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Driftwood - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Albert - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Magic Roundabout - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Westmorland Inn - ‬5 min drive

About this property

The Brown Horse Inn

3.5-star inn near Lake Windermere
There's a restaurant on site. You can enjoy a drink at the bar/lounge. Public spaces have free WiFi. The Brown Horse Inn also features a terrace, a garden, and concierge services. Free self parking is available.

This 3.5-star Windermere inn is smoke free.

  • 9 guestrooms or units
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Express check-out
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
  • Bar or lounge
  • Dining venue
The Brown Horse Inn offers 9 accommodations. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Bathrooms include showers and hair dryers. Housekeeping is offered daily and irons/ironing boards can be requested. Cribs/infant beds (surcharge) are also available.

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Crib (surcharge)

Internet

  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • A bar/lounge
  • A restaurant

Accessibility

  • 1 step to reach entrance
  • No elevator

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • TV

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided
  • Crib (surcharge)

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Electric kettle
  • Room service

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings
  • Iron/ironing board on request

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in is available for a fee
Contactless check-in available
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Express check-out available

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 9 AM - 5 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
If you arrive at the property after hours, you'll need to check in at an alternate location: [after 5 PM, go to the onsite bar]
If you are planning to arrive after 9:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 20.00 per pet, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are available for GBP 25.00 per day.
  • Cribs (infant beds) are available for GBP 10.00 per stay.

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: GBP 20.00 per pet, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 10.00 per stay
  • Rollaway bed fee: GBP 25.00 per day

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
Cashless transactions are available
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation. Cashless payment methods are available for all transactions.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Property is also known as

Brown Horse Inn Windermere
The Brown Horse Inn Inn
Brown Horse Windermere
The Brown Horse Inn Windermere
The Brown Horse Inn Inn Windermere

Frequently asked questions

How close is The Brown Horse Inn to the airport?

The Brown Horse Inn is 86.5 mi (105-min drive) away from the Manchester Airport (MAN) airport, the closest popular airport to the property.

How much does it cost to stay at The Brown Horse Inn?

As of Aug 13, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Brown Horse Inn on Sept 6, 2026 start from CA $194, excluding taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does The Brown Horse Inn have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at The Brown Horse Inn.

Does The Brown Horse Inn offer free breakfast?

The Brown Horse Inn does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at The Brown Horse Inn?

No, there is no casino at this inn.

What time is check-in at The Brown Horse Inn?

Check-in start time: 2:00 PM; Check-in end time: 9:00 PM. A fee applies for early check-in.

Is there free parking at The Brown Horse Inn?

This inn offers free self parking.

Does The Brown Horse Inn have a pool?

The Brown Horse Inn does not have a pool.

Does The Brown Horse Inn have a restaurant?

Yes, there is a restaurant on site.

Does The Brown Horse Inn have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this inn.

How close is The Brown Horse Inn to downtown Windermere?

The Brown Horse Inn is 0.1 mi away from Winster.

The Brown Horse Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 133 out of 169 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 169 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 7 out of 169 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 169 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 169 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Staff & service

9.4/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay close to lake Windermere which was an 8 min drive away for us, comfortable beds, clean rooms, lovely breakfast, staff were really friendly and helpful too
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Claire

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay great staff very dog friendly. Dog welcome pack lovely idea easy to get to not Windermere area
Stayed 3 nights in May 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Justine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
What a lovely 4 night stay we had at this property. Staff all so welcoming and food to die for. Awesome location too.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great location...Great Rooms...Great Food...Great Staff.. particularly Jake and Sam in the Bar/Restaurant
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very peaceful and friendly staff. Lovely rooms with very comfortable beds. Excellent food.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

STUART

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great food
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Nick

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Super friendly staff, nothing was too much trouble. Incredibly dog-friendly including a 'dog welcome pack' and special 'exterior rooms' so you didn't disturb other guests when taking your dog in and out. Delicious food too.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

HUE HAN

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Five stars aren't enough! My family and I were incredibly impressed. The rooms were spotless, and the staff was exceptionally kind and helpful. With a spacious parking lot and the best food I’ve ever had in the UK, we will definitely be back!
Stayed 2 nights in May 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Kevin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Dog friendly pub. 5 min uber drive to bowness. Great food and drink. Lovely country pub
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Fantastic stay. Lovely people. Incredible food.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Room was really comfortable but it is noisy until around 11pm when restaurant closes. Food was excellent. Absolutely worth a visit. Staff really friendly.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Fafa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Absolutely fantastic! Came for a last minute adventure and absolutey adored this location. All the staff were friendly and helpful and our family room was perfect for us!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

J A

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Very friendly, and a good atmosphere, food excellent.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very attentive staff, lovely well presented rooms. Excellent food and drink.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Christopher

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
All of the staff were absolutely amazing… friendly & very helpful. The room was nice & clean & spruced up daily. It was lovely & warm on our arrival too. The food in the pub was fabulous.
Evening meal
Evening meal
Breakfast
Dog friendly room
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Amber

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very good stay will definitely be back
Stayed 1 night in May 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Robert Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing stay

Had a fabulous weekend at the Brown Horse Inn, beds super comfortable, food amazing, staff helpful and friendly, couldn't falt it, will definitely recommend.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great food and attentive service. Lovely weekend thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Mark

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Friendly staff, Clean Room - Pub is really nice, Good Food
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Monica

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the property and the available walk nearby. Also, getting to destinations in the area was pretty easy.
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
We had a fantastic one night stay here. Even in a short visit everything exceeded our expectations. The food was absolutely delicious, with the roast and breakfast being real highlights. Both were cooked to perfection and clearly had high quality ingredients. Our room was very comfortable, clean and well maintained, with everything we needed. The staff went above and beyond to accommodate our requests and made us feel genuinely welcome throughout our stay. Nothing ever felt like too much trouble. We wouldn’t hesitate to return and would highly recommend to anyone visiting the area. Thank you.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2026
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very helpful front desk, providing us with walking recommendations. Lovely dog friendly hotel
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
We stayed in one of pet friendly rooms which was lovely built on to the side of the pub and came with out door seating . We had our evening meal in the bar with our spaniel which was lovely .the staff were lovely and made us really welcome
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Alison

Lovely friendly hotel

Lovely room and comfy bed. Only downside was that the room was a bit chilly on going to bed at 10:30
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Guy

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Beautiful room and views and great food
Stayed 1 night in May 2023