Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
Lake Windermere - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
Bowness Pier - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre - 6 min drive - 5.4 km
Getting around
Windermere Station - 19 min walk
Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 130 min drive
Restaurants
Homeground - 13 min walk
Trattoria - 10 min walk
The Albert - 11 min walk
Hole in T' Wall - 13 min walk
Base Pizza - 9 min walk
About this property
Thornleigh House
Guesthouse near Lake Windermere
Thornleigh House provides everything you need. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Other perks at this guesthouse include:
Free self parking
Room features
All guestrooms are individually furnished, and boast comforts such as fireplaces and laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as thoughtful touches like separate sitting areas and separate dining areas.
Extra amenities include:
Free tea bags/instant coffee and electric kettles
Detached private bathrooms with hydromassage showers and hair dryers
42-inch Smart TVs with Netflix, streaming services, and premium channels
Private yards, wardrobes/closets, and separate sitting areas
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
There is no front desk at this property
Guests planning to arrive outside of normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
If you are planning to arrive after 6:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
Access methods
Lockbox, private entrance
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Property payment types
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards and debit cards; cash is not accepted
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
We should mention
This property does not have elevators
Property is also known as
Thornleigh House Guesthouse
Thornleigh House Windermere
Thornleigh House Guesthouse Windermere
Frequently asked questions
Is Thornleigh House pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Thornleigh House?
Self parking is free at this property.
What time is check-in at Thornleigh House?
Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 10:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Thornleigh House?
Check-out is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Thornleigh House located?
Situated in Windermere, this guesthouse is within a 15-minute walk of World of Beatrix Potter and Lake Windermere. Old Laundry Theatre and Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories are also within 15 minutes. Windermere Station is 19 minutes by foot.
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Thornleigh House Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 47 out of 71 reviews
10 - Excellent
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Rating 8 - Good. 16 out of 71 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 71 reviews
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Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 71 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 3 out of 71 reviews
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9.6/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Staff & service
9.0/10
Amenities
9.2/10
Property conditions & facilities
9.4/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
10/10
Thornleighly house was clean and bright
Jane
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10
We made a late booking for a one-night stay and Carla was very helpful. The room was clean and comfortable and there's ample on-street free parking. Well located between Windermere and Bowness, and only a short walk to the lake.
(Room 1 does not have a door separating the bedroom and bathroom, if that is an issue for you.)
Alexander
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10
We only stayed one night but we enjoyed our time here. Room was on 3rd floor which was a struggle with big suitcases and stairs, but the room was nice and we could park the car no problem.
Self check in was easy. You can’t eat in the room which was a bit weird, but we had nice Thai food down the road. We could make tea which was nice.
You can log in to your own streaming services, but none are provided.
We enjoyed our time here and would stay again 😊
Robbi
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2025
10/10
The property was lovely. Very clean and had everything we needed. Check in was easy and instructions clear. Only small issue was couldn’t get Tv to work think remote was out of batteries.
Brenda
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025
8/10
The property is convenient and comfortable.
Sarah
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
10/10
Really enjoyed the stay.
J P M
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
8/10
Thornleigh House Hotel is clean and comfortable. It’s straightforward to park and within easy reach of Windermere.
Sarah
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024
10/10
Lovely guest house nice and clean easy check in and out close to all the local restaurants and bars
Lisa
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
10/10
Clean & comfortable room
Great location
Joanne
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
10/10
The property is clean and comfortable. However there was no soap in the shower dispenser and not much milk for tea and coffee. Otherwise it is convenient and easy to park at property.
Sarah
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
2/10
Property does not have a check in desk, so feels unattended. However, there are key safes and all doors in the house have a key lock. We had prior communication regarding the safe key and a lovely welcome message from the owner in the room. The property was clearly cleaned but there was a couple of stains on the bedding that you would only notice if you’re as pedantic as I am. There was Netflix on the tv and it was a big room and bathroom. It was nicely, freshly decorated. Take ear plugs - you can hear everything from the other rooms and people coming up the stairs at night. A budget-friendly stay for anyone wanting a stay in the Lakes.
Denise
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025
10/10
Lovely guest house , great location,
audrey
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2023
8/10
Stay was nice and good touch on the TV channels very nice shower and very clean the reason I gave 3 stars on staff as it was a safe box for keys parking on the street but very quiet and plenty space a nice breakfast at the mission that is easily walking distance I would stay again a round nice stay
Alistair
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
10/10
Clean, quiet and spacious. Fab space to spend a couple of nights.
Kristian
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2024
10/10
Lovely home- like property well cared-for.
Robin
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024
10/10
Cute guest house, few minutes walk to some great coffee shops, bars and restaurants. Would have loved to stay longer and explore and if I was to come back I'd book this place again. Great value for money, easy check in.
Verified traveler
Stayed 1 night in May 2024
8/10
Very tight for space. Would not want to stay more than 1 night.
Roy
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024
10/10
Lovely, clean and spacious room. Ideal location between Windermere and Bowness. Will definitely return.
Julia
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
10/10
The guest house was very clean and quiet. Very smooth check-in. Convenient walk to the city centre and the lake.
Mohamed
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
10/10
The room was clean and adequate. Quiet location. We couldn’t tune in the smart to, too technical for us .
Joan
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
8/10
The property is clean and comfortable. A bit strange that you never meet anyone but everything worked fine.
Sarah
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024
10/10
The room was clean and cosy,even if it looked small,it had that warm feeling about it
Gheorghe
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024
10/10
Lovely property. Lovely people
Robin
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
10/10
Very good a spotlessly clean
Graham
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024
10/10
Really nice spacious room. Lovely and clean. Easy check in & check out process. Good location to get to bowness or Windermere. Would recommend.