Such a fabulous place .Amazing location .Anita and her family are so welcoming ,helpful and so friendly .All the little extra touches are lovely .Including birthday banners ,balloons treats for my husbands 50th .Delicious chocolate Easter bunnies 🐰 on our breakfast table .Breakfast is absolutely delicious and such lovely choices .Fresh fruit cereals yoghurt’s cooked omelettes even salt fish 🐠 etc etc .Truly yummy .Our room was so cosy with beautiful views .The bath beautiful looking at the sky .We’ve loved it .

Not being able to stay longer

The cooked breakfast was good with a several choices together with fruit, cereal & yogurt. Quiet location with a lovely view and a short walk to the town or a lovely 25 min woodland walk to Bowness. Thank you Anita for recommending the museum on the lake for a walk & lunch. Well thought-out bedroom & fabulous en-suite bathroom = a very pleasant stay. Oh and home made cake when we arrived was unexpected and delicious!

Very lucky to park our car outside the property in the street (felt very safe) but parking close might've been difficult otherwise. Must pre-order breakfast the night before, which whilst I understand, would've preferred to decide in the morning.

Great location - a quite guesthouse conveniently located within quick walking distance of the train station. There are plenty of shops, cafes, bars and restaurants within walking distance too. There are good transport options and we were able to catch a cheap bus to Grasmere nearby. The hosts were very welcoming, friendly and knowledgeable - they gave us great recommendations for where to go, what to do and where to get the bus from, there was a book of recommendations for the local area in the room, and there were plenty of maps and leaflets advertising what to do in the area - including bus timetables. The room was clean and well appointed with a nice big fan for the warmer days and refreshments available in the room. Would definitely recommend for a short romantic stay for couples.

There was nothing wrong, only that our stay was too short.

Absolutely loved the place. Denis and Anita are wonderful hosts and made me feel right at home. They are very knowledgeable about the area and offered terrific recommendations for making the most of my short stay. Room is a good size with a lovely view and excellent bed, it also features many little touches that add special charm and character. The bathroom was immaculate and very spacious. No issues with TV or Wifi, all facilities were in good working order. Breakfast was superb, prepared with quality ingredients and lots of choice on offer. I highly recommend the Caribbean breakfast!

Not a single thing, all my expectations were exceeded.

Perfect location for travelling around the lakes with excellent transport system, and hosts who were very knowledgeable about the area and could provide you with local information on a range of matters. Professionally run guesthouse with an abundance of warmth and generosity of spirit - the perfect hosts in every way! And the Caribbean breakfast, with Dennis' homemade sauce handed down by his beloved Grandma, is an absolute must!

We would struggle to find anything at all that we did not like about the Archway Guesthouse!

Without a doubt, we wholeheartedly recommend the Archway Guest House to anyone seeking accommodation in Windemere and the captivating Lake District From the moment we made an unexpected change to our travel plans due to inclement weather in the north of England (cancelling all trains), Denis and Anita went above and beyond to ensure our comfort and satisfaction. Upon our arrival a couple weeks later than originally planned, we were warmly greeted and ushered into a generously spacious room with a delightful ensuite. The view from our window was nothing short of breathtaking, as it opened up to the majestic mountains, creating an idyllic backdrop for our stay. Denis and Anita not only provided us with superb lodging but also offered fantastic recommendations for dining options in the area, enhancing our overall experience. The wide range of activities available in the vicinity only adds to the appeal of this guest house. The breakfast selections were both scrumptious and abundant, and I must emphasize trying Denis' extraordinary Caribbean breakfast if the opportunity arises; his culinary skills are truly remarkable! The location of the accommodation is convenient, just a 30-minute walk from where the cruise ferries are stationed, which can be done via a leisurely stroll through the picturesque forest and is a delightful journey in itself. We hope to make a return trip sometime in the future and with Denis and Anita's hospitality leaving a lasting impression on us, we will definitely look to book our stay with them. Thank you, Denis and Anita, for making our stay truly memorable!

The hotel was a short walk from Windermere station, and we arrived soon. Anita and Denis warmly welcomed us and invited us to taste banana cake. The view of the room is also amazing! I like it here very muchThe transportation here is very convenient, and we found it very easy to know the way when we first came here. The scenery of the lake is really too beautiful, must take a boat tour, there is a feeling of traveling in the oil painting

Really enjoyed our stay. Anita and Dennis made us very welcome and went the extra mile to make our break away enjoyable. The breakfasts were exceptional and made all the better with the friendly and informative chat each morning. We were touched by the homely atmosphere and the fact that Anita took the time to remember our names added to our experience. The lemon drizzle cake and home made cookies were a very welcome treat on arrival. Our Bedroom was very clean and all amenities provided. We would definitely recommend and would love to return in the future.

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Anita and Dennis were very welcoming and accommodating, our room was available earlier than check in time which was great. The personal touches added to our experience, banners and a box of chocolates were left in our room to celebrate my boyfriend’s birthday which was lovely! The room was really comfy and had a large en suite which was nice. The breakfast was lovely, and there was a variety of things to choose from! Highly recommend this guest house for a stay in Windermere!

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Anita and Dennis were brilliant hosts and nice people. Very helpful with making our stay as nice as possible. Nothing too much trouble. Will we be recommending a stay at the Archway guest house to friends and family. Windermere is a great location and will certainly be returning in the future. Thank you to Anita and Dennis for contributing to a great holiday.

Nothing! Apart from a small amount of rain!