Title: Howgills Retreat Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Howgills Retreat Cottage in Kendal with free parking ![Cottage | Private kitchen | Fridge, dishwasher, electric kettle, toaster](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77980000/77970400/77970388/fbbf652e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Cottage | Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77980000/77970400/77970388/12e2efe6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cottage | Living room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77980000/77970400/77970388/3600841b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cottage | Living room](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77980000/77970400/77970388/30b044f8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cottage | 2 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77980000/77970400/77970388/53d50679.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Howgills Retreat provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Washer - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space - Kitchen - Parking included - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Howgills Retreat Cottage in Kendal with free parking A garden, a picnic area and free self-parking are available at this smoke-free cottage. WiFi in public areas is free. The cottage features free WiFi and a washing machine, plus a kitchen with a fridge and a dishwasher. An electric kettle and a shower are among the other amenities available to guests. Housekeeping is not available. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Accommodation at this 3.5-star cottage has kitchens with fridges, kitchenware and utensils and dishwashers. Bathrooms include a shower. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site - Onsite parking includes off-street options ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1 private bathroom - Shower ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Picnic area ### Laundry - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - No housekeeping service ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - Garden - Individual decor - Individual furnishings ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 21 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as Calders Lodge Howgills Retreat Kendal Howgills Retreat Cottage Howgills Retreat Cottage Kendal ## About the area Kendal is home to this cottage. Yorkshire Dales National Park and Lake Windermere reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Westmorland County Showground and Lakeland Maze Farm Park. The Enchanted Chocolate Mine and Kendal Museum are also worth visiting. [Visit our Kendal travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kendal.dx180820) [View more Cottages in Kendal](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Kendal-Cottages.d180820-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C54.26857%2C-2.65589&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=7K4o_N5-fMNcpmtTHSwGDKo9wEE=) Audlands View Gatebeck, Kendal, England, LA8 0HU ### What's nearby - Lakeland Maze Farm Park - 6 min drive - 4.9 miles - Sizergh Castle - 9 min drive - 6.8 miles - Levens Hall and Gardens - 11 min drive - 8.0 miles - Kendal Castle - 11 min drive - 8.3 miles - Brewery Arts Centre - 11 min drive - 8.4 miles ### Getting around - Oxenholme Station - 15 min drive - Liverpool (LPL-John Lennon) - 105 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬9 min drive - ‪The Orange Tree - ‬8 min drive - ‪Ring O' Bells - ‬11 min drive - ‪Crooklands Hotel - ‬5 min drive - ‪Romney's - ‬10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Howgills Retreat pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Howgills Retreat? > Self-parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Howgills Retreat? > Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Howgills Retreat? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Howgills Retreat located? > Situated in Kendal, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of Westmorland County Showground, Yorkshire Dales National Park and Lakeland Maze Farm Park. St Mary’s Church and The Enchanted Chocolate Mine are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Howgills Retreat Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Onno 19 Jul 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort, communication #### Superb cottage, tastefully decorated, nice base A lovely cottage near Kendal, would recommend your own form of transport. 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