Near Lake Windermere
With a stay at Thornleigh House in Windermere, you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Lake Windermere and World of Beatrix Potter. This guesthouse is 13.8 mi (22.2 km) from Ullswater and 0.6 mi (1 km) from Old Laundry Theatre.
Treat yourself to a stay in one of the 6 individually furnished guestrooms, featuring fireplaces and Smart televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Conveniences include separate sitting areas and electric kettles, and housekeeping is provided daily.
This guesthouse features bicycle rentals nearby.
Free self parking is available onsite.
English
Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (8.8)
Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.
Free Private Parking Available On Site
Free self parking
There are more repeat guests here than most other properties.
Most popular facilities
Free wifi
Parking
Housekeeping
Spa
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Cleanliness
9.4/10
Location
0.0/10
Closest airports
The nearest major airport is Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.)
146.9 km / 91.3 mi
What's nearby
World of Beatrix Potter
0.9 km / 0.5 mi
Old Laundry Theatre
1 km / 0.6 mi
Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories
1 km / 0.6 mi
Lake Windermere
1.2 km / 0.7 mi
Bowness Pier
1.3 km / 0.8 mi
Lyth Valley
1.7 km / 1 mi
Orrest Head
2.6 km / 1.6 mi
Windermere Golf Club
2.6 km / 1.6 mi
Windermere Ferry
3.1 km / 1.9 mi
Blackwell, The Arts & Crafts House
3.5 km / 2.2 mi
Claife Viewing Station and Windermere West Shore
3.6 km / 2.3 mi
Holehird Gardens
3.7 km / 2.3 mi
Treetop Trek
5 km / 3.1 mi
Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre
5.1 km / 3.2 mi
Townend
5.5 km / 3.4 mi
Most Popular Amenities
Free wifi
Parking
Housekeeping
Spa
Top family-friendly amenities
Extra beds/cribs
Parking and transportation
Free self parking
Food and drink
Free tea bags/instant coffee
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Activities nearby
Free self parking
Things to do
Television
Family friendly
No cribs (infant beds)
Free cribs/infant beds
Guest services
Daily housekeeping
Families love it for
No cribs (infant beds)
Free cribs/infant beds
Full-service spa
Hydromassage showerhead
Laptop-friendly workspace
Languages spoken
English
If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
Common areas
Wheelchair accessible – no
Wireless internet access
Wheelchair accessible
Check-in
From 3:00 PM
Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in.
Check-out
Until 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type.Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
General Instructions
There is no front desk at this property. If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation. Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email with check-in instructions and lockbox information. Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance.
Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Cards accepted at this property
92% of our clients have rated us with 5 stars





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