Business Details
Luxury Garden Hotel in the Lake District
Established in the heart of the English Lake District, Burn How Garden Hotel offers a unique blend of historical charm and modern comfort. Originally designed by renowned landscape architect Thomas Mawson, our award-winning gardens have been meticulously maintained for over 30 years by current owner Mr. Michael Robinson, creating a sanctuary where guests can truly escape, relax, and unwind. Our distinctive accommodation features all bedrooms located within the gardens, each offering private parking and many with balconies or outdoor seating areas, providing uninterrupted views of our 50-year-old Japanese Maples and native flora. As the nearest independent hotel to Bowness Pier, we combine prime location with exceptional service, including complimentary afternoon tea and our Best Rate Guarantee when booking directly.With 90% of TripAdvisor reviews rating us 'excellent' or 'very good', we pride ourselves on delivering authentic Lake District experiences through curated walking routes, cycling recommendations, and proximity to Windermere Lake Cruises. Our Main House houses a reception area, lounge, and restaurant serving locally-sourced breakfasts featuring Cumbrian Grill and Eggs Benedict, while our commitment to sustainability is demonstrated through our Go Green Policy.
Services
Garden Double Rooms
Family Rooms
Country House Rooms
Junior Suites
Breakfast Service
Lounge Bar
Wedding Venue
Meeting Space
Cycling Storage
Boat Hire Assistance
Highlights and features
- We offer unique garden rooms with private parking and outdoor spaces
- Our award-winning gardens feature 50-year-old Japanese Maples
- We provide complimentary afternoon tea with any beverage purchase
- Our Best Rate Guarantee ensures direct bookings are always cheapest
- We have exclusive 4-night-for-3 deals available year-round
Associations and certifications
- Windermere in Bloom 2023
What people say
Beautiful gardens
Excellent location
Wonderful breakfast
Peaceful atmosphere
Helpful staff
Services
Garden Double Room
Spacious garden-facing rooms with private balcony or patio access. Each includes dedicated parking, complimentary WiFi, and breakfast. Perfect for couples seeking scenic views of our award-winning gardens and Japanese Maples.
Family Room
Roomy accommodations sleeping up to four guests with double bed, single bed, and rollaway option. Features private outdoor seating area and dedicated parking. Ideal for families exploring the Lake District together.
Country House Room
Elegant rooms in our historic country house with garden views. Spread across three floors, these rooms combine traditional charm with modern comforts including private parking and full breakfast service.
Junior Suite
Luxurious bungalow suites with private courtyard and underfloor-heated bathrooms. Includes bathrobes, slippers, and exclusive parking. Perfect for guests seeking enhanced comfort and privacy within our gardens.
Breakfast Service
Daily breakfast featuring Cumbrian Grill, Eggs Benedict, and Smoked Salmon options. Includes cold buffet with fresh fruits, muesli, and brioche. Served in our dining room with garden views.
People
Mr. Michael Robinson
Owner
Dedicated caretaker of Burn How's gardens for over 30 years, transforming them into an oasis of peace while preserving Thomas Mawson's original design elements and enhancing local wildlife habitats.
Questions
What makes Burn How Garden Hotel unique?
Our rooms are located within award-winning gardens designed by Thomas Mawson, with private parking and outdoor spaces for most rooms.
Do you offer breakfast options?
Yes, we serve a daily breakfast with Cumbrian Grill, Eggs Benedict, and Smoked Salmon options plus cold buffet selections.
Are pets allowed?
Dogs are not permitted in bedrooms, but assistance dogs are welcome with prior arrangement.
What nearby attractions are accessible?
We're two minutes from Lake Windermere with easy access to Windermere Lake Cruises and over 50 restaurants in Bowness-on-Windermere.
Do you have special offers?
Yes, we offer 4 nights for the price of 3 year-round and advance purchase discounts up to 30%.
What are check-in/check-out times?
Check-in from 3pm, check-out by 10am with optional early/late access for £10 surcharge.
Reviews (7)
Stuart Prince
Dec 15, 2021
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Brilliant hotel,I have stayed before, location excellent,clean,warm,good breakfast and lovely staff
Patricia Harvey
Nov 06, 2021
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Food exceptional, compliements to the chef. Chalet spacious, delightful duvets and towels, cosy and warm. Nothing too much trouble for the staff. Liked the dedicated parking.
Peter Brough
Nov 03, 2021
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We had a lovely 3 night stay here in a superior double room overlooking the rose gardens. Huge bed and a very comfortable sitting area. Excellent full English breakfast with plenty of other options too.
D. Harvey
Oct 31, 2021
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Lovely hotel rooms very large and comfortable. Food was superb and staff most helpful. Covid safety by staff. Parking just outside the rooms! Just five-minute fro.town centre and lakeside
Would recommend and will be visiting again
Would recommend and will be visiting again
Paula Cheetham
Sep 05, 2021
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Fabulous, made to feel very welcome, food glorious, accommodation clean and comfortable. No complaints at all, people absolutely attentive. 10 out of 10. Well done
Hardmanelectric
Jul 22, 2021
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Beautiful accommodation. Friendly, helpful staff. Parking space allocated and it's a 5 minute stroll down to Windermere Lake Cruises! Couldn't be happier
Emanuele Manco
May 24, 2021
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My partner and I had the warmest welcome when we arrived. The facility has dedicated parking spots in front of each room. You can drive in and out from two sides off the main road. There's a lovely, curated garden for you to relax and enjoy. The town centre is within walking distance where you can admire the lake. The hotel restaurant has excellent menu choices and is convenient to eat-in after a long day out. We couldn't be any happier. Recommended!
