Victorian era property set in Bowness-on-Windermere, a 10 minute walk from the edge of Lake Windermere. Each room has an private bathroom, free WIFI, a TV and drink making facilities. Free onsite parking, one car parking space per room. Free, self-service continental breakfast including a selection of cereals, toast, croissants, fresh fruit, hot drinks and fruit juices. Free, self-service continental breakfast including a selection of cereals, toast, croissants, fresh fruit, yogurt, hot drinks and fruit juices. PLEASE NOTE: There is no Full English option at this property.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.6)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Buffet

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Australia Australia
The accommodation was very nice. Breakfast was very good with a lot of variety. Location was excellent and was close to the lake, restaurants, bars and shops. Staff were very nice. Would recommend this place if you are coming to Bowness on...
West
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Everything, from the minute we arrived they were so helpful. I was worried as new we'd be arriving late but once I emailed to let them know they were so accommodating. Everything we needed was available, also a bottle of asti was waiting on ice...
Jolley
Guam Guam
beautiful rooms, comfortable beds, personable and friendly staff, great location. 10/10!!
Allie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
The staff was lovely and amazing. The location was perfect, you are directly in the town.
Bernadette
United Kingdom United Kingdom
A lovely couple who were so welcoming, parking onsite is excellent, information was all good, & the little touches like water, tea, coffee etc in the room, all toiletries in the bathroom if needed, I mean who provides a heat mat for hair...
Katherine
United States United States
Loved the place and our hosts from the moment we walked in. Adam and Symmoane greeted us from the moment we walked up to the front door, and warmly welcomed us in to their lovely bed and breakfast. Loved all of it, from their gracious hospitality,...
Glenn
United Kingdom United Kingdom
friendly and Accommodating, Porridge was very nice, the Hotel was very clean, and nice old features.
Alex
United States United States
Extremely friendly and helpful hosts. Lovely, well preserved house. Very nice breakfast.
Suman
India India
Excellent place at an excellent location, right on the main road leading to Lake Windermere in just a 10 minute walk. Better than the photos. Very warm people running it. Small but very good breakfast area overlooking the road outside.
D'souza
United Kingdom United Kingdom
Management was really good, we wanted to check out early on the day even they provided breakfast early. I would recommend this place for stay, easy access to tourist destinations.

Host Info

Company review score: 9.6Based on 343 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

We took ownership of Elim Bank Guest House in February 2026. Elim Bank is a guest house with six comfortably furnished bedrooms, all with en-suite facilities. We pride ourselves on a friendly atmosphere and being as accommodating as possible.

Property info

We are a bed and breakfast with 6 guest rooms in a beautiful 3 storey Victorian era property. We are 10 minutes walk from Lake Windermere! We have free WIFI, free on-site private parking (one space per guest room), all rooms are en-suite and the room rate includes a basic, self-service continental breakfast (no cooked options) in the breakfast room. This includes a selection of cereals, toast, croissants, fresh fruit, hot drinks and juices. We do not offer any cooked breakfast options Visitors can sample the unusually varied and magnificent landscapes both in and around Lakeland or the many places of historical or local interest including famous houses, beautiful gardens or sites of antiquity. The Lake District holds a wealth of interest for the tourist whether on foot or with transport. Bikes and Cars can be readily hired and the local bus services are extensive and regular and of course, as Bowness is located half way along the Lake, you are able to take advantage of the lake ferries which can take you down to Lakeside at the foot of the Lake where you can visit the superb "Aquarium of the Lakes" and take a journey on the Haverthwaite Steam Railway. Alternatively, you can take a cruise to Ambleside at the head of the Lake, which is another of the beautiful villages in the Windermere area. LATE CHECK-IN FEES: There is no after-hours reception at the property so unless agreed with ourselves prior to booking, check-in after 7pm will not be available until the next morning. Any late check-ins must be requested prior to booking, by phone or email and are at an additional fee of 10 GBP per hour if we agree we can accommodate your request.

Neighborhood info

Situated just 10 minutes walk from the shores of Lake Windermere in the bustling town of Bowness you are in easy reach of shops, restaurants and of course the lake itself. Bikes and Cars can be readily hired. As Bowness is located half way along the Lake, you are able to take advantage of the lake ferries which can take you down to Lakeside at the foot of the Lake where you can visit the superb "Aquarium of the Lakes" and take a journey on the steam railway.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of Elim Bank Guest House

Great facilities! Review score, 8.8

Most popular amenities

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

House rules

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Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 7:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
Until 11:00 AM
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Crib upon request
Free

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There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cribs are subject to availability.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Cards accepted at this property
VisaMastercard Cash is not accepted
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Elim Bank Guest House 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.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Guests under the age of 18 can only check in with a parent or official guardian.

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