Rum Doodle, Windermere B&B

–Excellent location – show map
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Scored 9.3
Rated wonderful

Staff

9.7

Just 1 mile from Lake Windermere this beautiful Victorian house is set in a peaceful location between Windermere and Bowness. It offers vintage-style, luxury accommodations including Egyptian cotton linens, flat-screen TVs with DVD players, as well as free Wi-Fi. Guests at Rum Doodle receive complimentary tea and coffee on arrival, with homemade cakes, or a glass of wine and light snacks if arriving after 19:00. The stylish and comfortable rooms at the 4-star Rum Doodle feature luxurious vintage furniture and original artwork. Benefits also include an private bathroom, designer toiletries, and a hospitality tray with fresh coffee milk, teas, and biscuits. An award-winning breakfast is provided in the morning, made from locally sourced ingredients. Smoked fish, free-range eggs, and artisan bread feature on the menu.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.4 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

Property highlights

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

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

  • Free Parking Available On Site

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Jenna
United States United States
“We had a fantastic stay at Rum Doodle. Incredibly kind staff, clean room, and delicious breakfast. The lively downtown Windermere and several scenic walks are easy to access from this location. Would recommend to all visiting! Also, saw a sweet...”
Doyle
Canada Canada
“Excellent Guesthouse with friendly staff that is an easy walk to Windermere and Bowness. Would stay there again.”
Helen
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Lovely room with a v comfortable bed, where we had breakfast served to us daily. Food of an excellent standard with a lovely range to choose from. Staff could not have been friendlier or more helpful. Location is 15 mins walk from either...”
Alexander
United States United States
“Excellent breakfast and made accommodation for gluten and dairy free with no problems!”
Andy
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“We were greeted very warmly by the owner and this warmth extended throughout our stay. The room was compact but lovely, with lots of natural light and a comfortable bed. Power points and lights just where you need them. The breakfast is delicious....”
Fouad
Morocco Morocco
“Th breakfast is great, the staff is lovely and the room just wonderful. I like hotels paying attention to small details.”
James
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Very nice stay B&B run by friendly staff. The room was gorgeous and very clean and tidy. Facilities were great, clean shower and bathroom. Free parking round the back was great as the road is quite narrow. The building is very welcoming and...”
Hannah
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“We really loved our stay at Rum Doodle!! The B&B is located just a short walk away from shops and restaurants in Windermere and Bowness-on-Windemere and a short drive away from great hiking points. The room was great and comfortable and had...”
Michael
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Location. Less than 15 minutes walk from the town centre and Windermere station. Facilities: Beautiful room, beautiful bathroom, beautiful window view. So fresh and clean that I felt overwhelmed processing the pure luck of its...”
Rohan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The place was clean, room was beautiful and hosts were kind, accommodating and nice.”

Area info

Amenities of Rum Doodle, Windermere B&B

Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms

House rules

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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 9:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 10:30 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

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Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Kindly note Rum Doodle, Windermere B&B does not accept bookings of 7 or more guests.

Please inform the guest house of your estimated arrival time.

The hotel does not accept American Express.

Rum Doodle can accommodate requests for special events. The property has an award-winning Gremillet champagne for GBP 30, and its own Rum Doodle Prosecco at GBP 15, plus Shiraz and Sauvignon Blanc at GBP 10, fresh flowers from GBP 30, and red silk rose petals can be scattered across a bed for GBP 10. Local handmade chocolates from Huttons of Bowness from GBP 10 can be sourced too. Please just call or email to arrange any requests for special occasions.

Rooms only cater for 2 people and children only above the age of 12 are only permitted

Please inform Rum Doodle, Windermere B&B of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property can only accept bookings from essential workers/permitted travelers on dates where such guidelines exist. Reasonable evidence must be provided on arrival. If it isn't provided, your booking will be canceled on arrival.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

It's not possible to stay at this property for coronavirus (COVID-19) quarantine purposes.

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