Title: Howgills Retreat Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=180820&destination=Kendal%2C+England%2C+United+Kingdom&selected=77970388&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Howgills Retreat ## Photo gallery for Howgills Retreat ![Cottage | Living room - Howgills Retreat (Kendal)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77980000/77970400/77970388/30b044f8.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Cottage | Interior - Howgills Retreat (Kendal)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77980000/77970400/77970388/56c1e41d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cottage | Private kitchen | Fridge, dishwasher, electric kettle, toaster - Howgills Retreat (Kendal)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77980000/77970400/77970388/fbbf652e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cottage | 2 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi - Howgills Retreat (Kendal)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77980000/77970400/77970388/53d50679.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cottage | Interior - Howgills Retreat (Kendal)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77980000/77970400/77970388/a2c4469d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Howgills Retreat provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space ## 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 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 - Limited on-site self parking - 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 ## Similar properties ![Lake](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1930000/1928700/1928661/a6d14c1a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Pine Lake Resort Carnforth - 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21 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### 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 Leisure Centre 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 - ![Apple blossom!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6229598/a40e65c9-a2e1-4b38-a359-4c2a117ad806.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lyth Valley 8 min drive \- 7.2 miles - ![0_353007](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6046377/470e79f2-8dc7-4ed1-b07e-8e4310e98748.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Yorkshire Dales National Park 9 min drive \- 6.7 miles - ![National Trust property on the outskirts of Kendal. Beautiful gardens and a Wild Trail for children in extensive woodland. Good starting point for numerous walks.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6229598/270db2ae-a959-43c6-a971-51df9139f91b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Sizergh Castle 10 min drive \- 8.8 miles - Lakeland Maze Farm Park 7 min drive \- 4.9 miles - Westmorland County Showground 7 min drive \- 5.3 miles ### Getting around - Oxenholme Station 15 min drive - Liverpool (LPL-John Lennon) 105 min drive ### Restaurants - McDonald's 9 min drive - Crooklands Hotel 5 min drive - The Heron 10 min drive - Romney's 10 min drive - Ring O' Bells 11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Howgills Retreat pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Howgills Retreat? ### What time is check-in at Howgills Retreat? ### What time is check-out at Howgills Retreat? ### Where is Howgills Retreat located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Howgills Retreat Reviews ## Reviews ### 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 Cleanliness ## Reviews Verified ### 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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