Virginia Cottage Guest House - Bowness-on-Windermere

Historic adult-only guest house with dog-friendly perks near Lake Windermere

Amenities & Highlights

Virginia Cottage Guest House offers complimentary homemade biscuits and sherry to guests upon arrival. Guests can pre-order breakfasts tailored to dietary needs, using locally sourced produce. The guest house provides board games and a shared lounge with a TV area for relaxation.

Rooms

Each room at Virginia Cottage is individually styled and includes a four-poster bed, en-suite bathroom, and a flat-screen TV. The top floor suite features a separate living area, a spa bath, and a refrigerator. Some rooms offer views toward Lake Windermere from the bedroom window.

Location

Virginia Cottage sits a 3-minute stroll from Lake Windermere in Bowness-on-Windermere. The World of Beatrix Potter is a short walk away, and Windermere Golf Club is a 5-minute drive. Public parking is available nearby at Rayrigg Road car park, about a 4-minute walk.

Pet-Friendly Policies

Pets are welcome in all rooms at Virginia Cottage Guest House at no extra cost, with dog beds, bowls, and treats provided. Dogs receive their own sausage during breakfast. The guest house also offers pet baskets and bowls for additional comfort.

Dining & Breakfast

Breakfast at Virginia Cottage includes a full English option and gluten-free meals, all using locally sourced produce. Guests can order eggs Benedict or poached eggs with salmon, prepared by the owner Angus. The dining area offers cereals, fruit, juices, and jams with a choice of hot dishes.

• Accommodation: Individually styled rooms with four-poster beds, suites with spa baths and living areas
• Dining: Locally sourced breakfast, full English, gluten-free, eggs Benedict, poached salmon
• Pet Policy: Dogs welcome at no extra cost, beds, bowls, treats, and breakfast sausages provided
• Location: 3-minute walk to Lake Windermere, close to Beatrix Potter and golf club
• Special Offer: 30% discount for military veterans on production of MOD 100