Bowness on Windermere

Lindeth Howe

Name: Lindeth Howe
Address: Longtail Hill, Bowness on Windermere, LA23 3JF, United Kingdom

StayScore

/100

Confidence: High

Longtail Hill, Bowness on Windermere, LA23 3JF, United Kingdom

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★★★★4-star hotel

Lindeth Howe is a country house hotel on the outskirts of Bowness-on-Windermere, set within six acres of private gardens with views across Lake Windermere and the surrounding fells. Housed in a late‑19th‑century building associated with Beatrix Potter, the property offers an on‑site restaurant, bar, sun terrace and several lounges, and is positioned for easy access to Windermere and the wider Lake District.

Score breakdown

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StayScore

90/100

8.7/10

4.6/5

4.5/5

Scores last verified: 17 Aug 2026

StayScore Analysis

Why this hotel scores 90/100

The Lindeth Howe is best suited to travellers seeking a country-house stay near Windermere with easy access to Bowness and the Lake District's walking and sightseeing opportunities. It appeals most to guests who value historic charm, lakeside views and garden tranquillity over an urban-centre buzz. The hotel works well as a base for relaxed countryside breaks, lakeshore walks and exploring nearby villages and fells, offering a quieter, more pastoral alternative to busier town-centre accommodation while still being conveniently positioned for Windermere.

Amenities

What this hotel offers

Free parkingFamily roomsFree WiFiRestaurantNon-smoking roomsFacilities for disabled guestsRoom serviceTea/coffee maker in all roomsBarSuperb breakfast

Highlights

✓ Country-house charm with historic ties to Beatrix Potter
✓ Six acres of private gardens with views across Lake Windermere and the fells
✓ Convenient base for lakeshore walks, village visits and exploring the Lake District

Things to know

• Outskirts setting provides tranquillity but needs a short drive or a longer walk to Bowness's shops and ferries
• Better suited to relaxed countryside breaks than lively nightlife or busy urban sightseeing

Hotel surroundings