The Watermill Inn & Brewery - Windermere
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4-star inn with award-winning onsite microbrewery in Windermere, Cumbria
Onsite Brewery & Dining
The Watermill Inn & Brewery Windermere operates an onsite microbrewery that produces award-winning ales, available in the bar and for takeaway in gift boxes. The restaurant offers homemade bar meals with daily changing specials and a children's menu. Guests can order from a selection of gluten-free options and sample three 1/3 pint tasters of house-brewed beers.
Accommodations
The Watermill Inn & Brewery offers family rooms, double rooms with balconies or terraces, and single rooms. Some rooms have balconies overlooking fields and the outside bar area. Breakfast includes continental, buffet, and full English options, all served in the dog-friendly dining room.
Pet-Friendly Policies
The Watermill Inn & Brewery allows dogs in all rooms, the bar, and the restaurant, with pet bowls provided. A £10 per dog fee applies. The beer garden and outdoor seating areas are also open to dogs.
Location & Nearby Attractions
The Watermill Inn & Brewery is located 3 km from Windermere town centre and 5 km from the World of Beatrix Potter attraction. Guests can reach Grizedale Forest walking and cycling trails and the Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway within a short drive. A bus stop at the top of the road provides connections to Windermere train station.
Family & Entertainment
The Watermill Inn & Brewery provides board games, puzzles, and darts for indoor entertainment. Seasonal events and live entertainment are held regularly in the bar. Kids' meals are available on the menu, and the beer garden offers a safe outdoor space.
- Brewery: Award-winning onsite microbrewery
- Dining: Homemade bar meals and daily specials
- Pet Policy: Dogs allowed in rooms, bar, and restaurant
- Location: 3 km from Windermere, 5 km from Beatrix Potter
- Family: Family rooms, board games, kids' meals
- Parking: Free on-site parking
- Entertainment: Seasonal events and live entertainment
Rooms and availability
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Max:4 persons
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Bed options:2 Single beds
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 Double bed
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River view
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Max:2 persons
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Bed options:1 Double bed
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River view
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Facilities
Main facilities
Off-site car park
Bar/ Lounge area
Restaurant
Welcome drink
Snack bar
Flat-screen TV
Electric kettle
Darts
Sports & Fitness
- Darts
Services
- Pet amenities available
- Housekeeping
- Welcome drink
Dining
- Restaurant
- Snack bar
- Bar/ Lounge area
- Packed lunches
- Special diet menus
Children
- Cots
- Board games
- Children's menu
Spa & Leisure
- Sun terrace
- Garden area
Room view
- River view
Room features
- Heating
- Patio
- Terrace
- Garden furniture
- Tea and coffee facilities
- Ironing facilities
Bathroom
- Free toiletries
Self-catering
- Electric kettle
Media
- Flat-screen TV
Room decor
- Carpeted floor
Essential information about The Watermill Inn & Brewery
| 💵 Lowest room price | 67 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 3.4 km |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 87.9 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Carlisle Lake District, CAX |
Location
- City landmarks
- Nearby
- Restaurants
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