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Dene House

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Visitors frequently praise Dene House for its excellent location, just a short walk to the lake and town centre, along with the convenience of free on-site parking and friendly hosts. Some guests found the breakfast ordering process and limited breakfast times to be a bit inconvenient.

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Kendal Rd, Cumbria

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About this place Dene House

Dene House, a 4-star AA Highly Commended guest house, sits on Kendal Road, just a stone's throw from Bowness-on-Windermere in the Lake District. You'll find it's a gay-friendly mainstream B&B, and guests have given it a stellar 4.9 rating from around 65 reviews - the breakfast, in particular, gets rave reviews. Lake Windermere is a three-minute walk, and the village's pubs and restaurants are just as close, so there's no need to bother with the car. It's a sensible base for exploring the area, whether that's taking a lake cruise or tackling a fell walk. Don't expect a thriving gay scene, though - you'll need to head to Manchester or Lancaster for that. You'll have to book over the phone, as Dene House doesn't have a website.

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Gay Gay-friendly (straight venue) Card payments accepted Reservation required WiFi Year-round Free breakfast Gay-friendly (straight venue)

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4.9

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66 reviews

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ANNA SAID Jun 2026

★★★★★

Mary Currey Apr 2026

★★★★★

Just returned from a short break at Dene House. Very well kept accomodation in an ideal location that is close to amenities and has ample on site parking. Clean and throughout the accomodation, fabulous breakfast and 5* service. Staff were very helpful and attentive. Would definitely return.

Martyn Ironfield Apr 2026

★★★★★

Lisa Wood Apr 2026

★★★★★

Hidden Gem! lovely hosts , beautiful room and fabulous breakfast! Location was peaceful and perfect with a five minute walk to the centre of Bowness , We will certainly be returning

Charlotte Waterhouse Nov 2025

★★★★☆

DAVID SCOTT Oct 2025

★★★★★

Excellent all round. First stay at Dene House but have stayed in many b&bs in Bowness. Positives...location is 5 mins flat walk from center, free onsite parking, room was spotless and bed was so comfortable, breakfast was of high standard, hosts were very friendly. Cons....none...Overall, a great stay in a lovely hotel..Will definitely return.

Derek Walmsley Oct 2025

★★★★★

Had a great four night stay here in early autumn 2025. Good points: Location: excellent - short walk to the shops and lake Staff: friendly and helpful Rooms: spacious, comfortable and clean. With the bonus of a fridge. Breakfast: Very well made cooked English, with other options such as porridge or boiled eggs Car parking: free and straightforward Noise: very little Value: not the cheapest place but good value at the price Negatives: None