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7 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel cot, free WiFi - Alice Howe - a big house with hot tub and cinema for groups to get together in the Lake District. (Windermere)
In the heart of Windermere, Alice Howe offers a luxurious retreat with a lounge featuring plush leather Chesterfield sofas and an open fire. This 4-star accommodation sleeps 14 in 7 bedrooms with kitchens for cooking and socializing, plus outdoor spaces including a courtyard hot tub and barbecue area.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

7 bedrooms7 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Alice Howe - a big house with hot tub and cinema for groups to get together in the Lake District.

Alice Howe is a magnificent grade II listed building designed by Augustus AWN Pugin (perhaps more famous for designing the Palace of Westminster) located in the heart of Windermere. Alice Howe, Number 3 The Terrace sleeps 14 in 7 bedrooms with 7 bathrooms. This group accommodation in the Lake District has been awarded 4 stars by Visit Britain. It features a fantastic lounge with huge lush leather Chesterfield sofas all set round an open fire and a dining room which seats 14 around a gorgeous solid oak table.

The house has two kitchens one for prepping and washing up, one for cooking, eating and socialising. The social kitchen has a wood-burning stove and a rustic table where many a late night has been spent with a bottle of wine (or two). Upstairs there are 7 bathrooms, and 7 bathrooms, 5 of which are ensuite.

Outside there is a rear courtyard which is home to a 7-seat hot tub the space has a large table plus a barbecue for alfresco dining. At the front of the house there there is parking for up to 6 cars and access to a fast EV charger located on the maintenance building adjacent to Boston House.. Alice Howe is located in Windermere Village where you'll find a host of restaurants bars and boutique shops. Alice Howe is available to let on its own or along with any combination of our other 5 properties on The Terrace in Windermere sleeping up to a total of 67 guests.

Whether you're visiting for a girls' weekend, a family celebration or milestone birthday, Alice Howe, Number 3 The Terrace our large luxury holiday let in Windermere is the perfect place to base yourself.

We welcome up to 4 dogs at the property. There is an additional charge per dog, which can be added at check-out.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 7 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 7 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out 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

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
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.

About the area

Windermere is home to this holiday home. Lake Windermere and Yorkshire Dales National Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Holehird Gardens and Treetop Trek. Raw War Paintball and Rydal Hall Labyrinth are also worth visiting. Visit our Windermere travel guide
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Windermere, Cumbria

What's nearby

  • Lyth Valley
    Lyth Valley
    3 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • The vast expanse of Lake Windermere shown from above the village of Ambleside in the British Lake District.
    Lake Windermere
    4 min drive - 2.1 miles
  • World of Beatrix Potter
    World of Beatrix Potter
    6 min drive - 1.7 miles
  • Orrest Head
    13 min walk - 0.7 miles
  • Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories
    7 min drive - 2.9 miles

Getting around

  • Windermere Station
    3 min walk

Restaurants

  • The Westmorland Inn
    3 min drive
  • Brown Sugar
    5 min walk
  • Trattoria
    3 min drive
  • Toast
    4 min walk
  • The Crafty Baa
    3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Alice Howe - a big house with hot tub and cinema for groups to get together in the Lake District. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Alice Howe - a big house with hot tub and cinema for groups to get together in the Lake District.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Alice Howe - a big house with hot tub and cinema for groups to get together in the Lake District.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Alice Howe - a big house with hot tub and cinema for groups to get together in the Lake District.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Alice Howe - a big house with hot tub and cinema for groups to get together in the Lake District. located?

Situated in Windermere, this holiday home is within 1 mi (2 km) of Orrest Head and Lake Windermere. Lyth Valley and Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories are also within 2 miles (3 km). Windermere Station is only a 3-minute walk.

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Alice Howe - a big house with hot tub and cinema for groups to get together in the Lake District. 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.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 39 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 39 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 39 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

9.6

Cleanliness

10

Location

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic Stay

Alice Howe was perfect for a celebration, hosts were fantastic, house beautiful, clean and has everything you could need.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lynn B.

30th birthday celebration

Alice Howe was a beautiful home for our stay to celebrate our daughter’s 30th birthday. The weekend before Christmas was difficult to book a house for so many people but this was a fantastic place to stay. The location was perfect, very well equipped house with everything you could need for a stay. The cinema room was a hit with everyone as was the hot tub and having a beautiful Christmas tree was a lovely touch a fantastic stay and we will definitely be back
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

It was the perfect place for us as a family, all rooms were fantastic and the facilities were ideal.

We would 100% stay again, thank you for making a great weekend perfect!! The weather we had the weekend we stayed was amazing, so we had the benefit of the back garden an the front both of which were used by all.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect for short break

Had great time at Alice Howe- perfect venue for family celebrations. Fab location for walks and shopping! Would highly recommend The Terrace properties.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great weekend

We had a fantastic weekend at Alice Howe. Andy and Barbara were incredibly helpful on the run up by answering all of the questions we had as we were booking for a large group (26) across two houses. The house had everything we could have needed and the outdoor space was perfect for enjoying the sun. The location was perfect and was only a short walk away from shops, restaurants and the lake. We would definitely return and would recommend this property to anyone looking to host a family gathering or weekend away with friends.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Dorothy B.

LOVELY STAY

We where a group of 14 ladies aged 59 - 82 celebrating one of the groups up and coming 60th birthday. The house was spacious enough for us all and accommodated all our needs. We would definitely recommend it to family and friends. Great location too.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Excellent luxury winter break

Another visit to Alice Howe for a winter break for a group of ladies. Fantastic house with lots to offer - comfy beds, lots of space, great kitchens and excellent socialising areas. Location is also brilliant - buses and trains nearby and lots of walking. We will be back
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

An amazing house!

Alice Howe is a fantastic house for a large group. Lots of space, a brilliant hot tub and the cinema room is amazing! Would definitely recommend.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Julia M.

Perfect location for a family celebration

We stayed as an extended family group for one week to celebrate a big birthday. The property was spacious enough for us all. The location was close to all amenities. Walk up Orest Head, railway and buses were excellent ideal for exploring the area without using your car..The property was well fitted out with comfy beds and en-suites ideal for us and our dogs. Good local restaurants.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amy J.

Warm, welcoming house

We were delighted to be welcomed into Alice Howe, a spacious and beautifully presented house. We stayed for two nights and had a great time enjoying the hot tub, cinema room and wonderful kitchen space. Every guest slept well and the en-suites were very clean. A great house which we hope to visit again soon.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Outstanding accommodation in Windermere

My family have been to the Terrace at Windermere for an annual get together for some years. The accommodation is 1st class, very well maintained and a short distance away from the bus and train station All of the terrace houses have a cinema and hot tub with a wide range of pubs and restaurants a short walk away
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Excellent stay at Alice Howe

Alice Howe is a wonderful property. We stayed as a group of 12 and had a fantastic time. The location was superb, a short walk into Windermere and Bowness and we also included a walk up Orrest Head. Accomodation was clean and had all of the equipment required. Very homely, the cinema room is a great touch and the hot tub is wonderful. Hosts were very responsive to all queries and extremely helpful. Also loved the picture hooks to hang banners on! Fantastic property, highly recommend. I hope to return in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lisa M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great stay!

We stayed in July 2024 as a group of 13 (age range was teenagers to adults) + 2 dogs. Location is great with a good range of shops, restaurants and bars within walking distance from the house and main attractions of Windermere a short drive away. 5 en-suite bathrooms were much appreciated given we were 4 separate families. Also a table we could all sit at at the same time also fab! Hot tub also appreciated!
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amazing property

What a fabulous house and great location! Alice Howe had everything we needed and was spotless. The hot tub and cinema room were excellent additions and there was plenty of seating in the living room, dining room and kitchen for the 12 of us. Great communication from the owner and plenty of information provided prior to our stay. We didn’t want to leave! Thank you.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jack H.

Alice Howe no3 The Terrace

the accomodation was first class. As we have used it before we expected nothing less and was proved right and more. We found that the cottage was well equipped and provided ample facilities for a party of ten.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

It was as lovely as it was the last time!

Everything was lovely! As always. We will be back in 2026 defenitily! The location and the possibilities you have from there are sensentional! It doesn`t matter whether you want to go hiking, shopping, sailing or visit other wonderful places. Nothing is impossible.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Girls get together

Fabulous house perfect for a group of women to get together for a few days of winter walking cooking and laughing. We used the hot tub which was lovely. The house was perfect for us. All the equipment we needed was there. Help came when we inadvertently turned off the wifi! We will be back
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

ashiqahamed i.

Excellent cottage in Windermere!!!

Great cottage in an ideal location. It's spacious and has all the facilities and amenities, including WiFi, TVs, and a cinema theatre. The hot tub is included in the price. All the facilities mentioned in the booking description were available. More importantly, a lady from customer service called a few hours before check-in to ensure our comfort. Will definitely book again. It would have been better if there hadn't been a smell in the kitchen when we first opened it. After opening the window for a few hours, the smell went away.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Luke C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A fantastic time

My family and I stayed here for my 30th birthday weekend. Check in and preparing for our stay before hand was made very easy by Andy. When we arrived at the property there was more than enough space to park all 4 of our cars, the property itself was as it was in the pictures and more! The building is gorgeous and the location is ideal, less than a 5 minute walk into nearby pubs / shops / walks. The house was cleaned immaculately, the beds were lovely and comfy, and all rooms were spacious and cosy, perfect either for dinner, chilling, watching movies or playing games. We also enjoyed watching a long classic movie at the end of our stay downstairs in the fantastic cinema room. We loved our stay and would definitely recommend / come again!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fabulous Property

The property is a superb choice for a large group, with ample space and facilities. The condition of the property and the furniture, equipment, cooking and crockery etc. is all excellent with everything needed to cater for a large group. All members of our group loved the stay at the property, and location wise it is perfect with excellent parking arrangements. The only thing I would recommend is to ensure you take washing-up items i.e. washing-up liquid, a dishcloth, pan scrubber etc. as these are not provided and a trip to the supermarket will be required to ensure you are able to keep all of the crockery etc. clean.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Alison C.

ALice Howe Cottage Excellent Stay

I was looking for a cottage to rent for my Daughters Hen party in Windermere with easy access to motorways and Railway and what a perfect location this was. Communication prior to arrival was excellent advising on checkin details and safety info. The cottage is absolutely beautiful stunning location, spotlessly clean and tidy. Love the furnishings and the character of this cottage , two large kitchens with everything we needed for the stay and our private chef to cook for 13 of us , which a lot of places do not cater for this. Every bedroom was spacious and we loved the 2 bedrooms with the four poster beds. There is a lovely seating area outside and hot tub which is undercover, again catering for the weather and lovely seating area at the front of the house. Plenty of parking again ideal for larger groups Loved every minute of this few days break and can 100% recommend Alice Howe Cottage..
From a partner site

8/10 Good

A Great Family Holiday

We had a wonderful time at 3 Alice Howe. The house is very spacious, plenty of space for a family of 12. Cooking facilities and kitchenware were brilliant even though we had some takeaways. Family enjoyed the hot tub it was clean when we arrived. Bedding was nice, clean and comfortable. Amenities were nearby, good public transport too. A 30 minute walk to Bowness-on-Windermere where you can catch a cruise liner and visit other places nearby. Luckily it was warm as some of the windows do not shut. We did use the central heating as some of our family members were elders. Great cinema room but felt musty which made asthma sufferers uncomfortable. Overall all good.!!!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amy J.

Warm, welcoming house

We were delighted to be welcomed into Alice Howe, a spacious and beautifully presented house. We stayed for two nights and had a great time enjoying the hot tub, cinema room and wonderful kitchen space. Every guest slept well and the en-suites were very clean. A great house which we hope to visit again soon.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sue S.

Perfect for a large group

Great location Communications from owners speedy and very helpful Perfect base for our large group .
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The house is lovely and has plenty of room for everyone, great for a big family get together. Plus it is in an excellent location.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025