St John's Lodge Guest House incl off-site leisure club

St John’s Lodge is an award-winning guest house nestled between Windermere village and Bowness Bay on the Lake. The village centre, Bowness, the lakeshore, and various restaurants and cafés are all within easy walking distance.

The lodge serves a wide variety of cooked breakfasts, including traditional English options, gluten-free, dairy-free, vegetarian, vegan, and fresh fish dishes.

Guests have complimentary access to a nearby health club, located about two miles away. This includes free use of the swimming pool, gym, sauna, steam room, Jacuzzi, and fitness classes throughout their stay—even on the day of checkout.

On-site parking is available in a small car park, with additional parking nearby.

The hosts are happy to recommend local walks, events, and restaurants. There’s also a small garden filled with a variety of plants and outdoor furniture.

Guests can borrow local guides, maps, board games, and umbrellas free of charge.

The property is especially popular with couples, who have given its location a glowing rating of 9.6 out of 10 for two-person stays.