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

Vacation home near Lake Windermere in Windermere

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A stone building with multiple windows, a yellow door, and a gravel courtyard with outdoor seating.
A hallway with a white door, a plaque, a mirror, a desk with a lamp, and a radiator.
A kitchen with a wooden table set for breakfast, a large mirror, and a view of the outside.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, a sofa, a coffee table with drinks, and a TV mounted above the fireplace.
A bedroom with a sloped ceiling, a skylight, a wooden bed, bedside tables, a wardrobe, and a dresser.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

7 bedrooms7 bathroomsSleeps 14

Popular amenities

  • Hot tub
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Windermere, Cumbria
  • Place, Orrest Head
    ‪13 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Windermere
    ‪4 min drive‬
  • Place, World of Beatrix Potter
    ‪6 min drive‬

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About the area

Windermere

In Windermere .Within 2 miles (3 km) of this Windermere vacation home, you'll find Lake Windermere and Orrest Head. Lyth Valley and Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories are also within 2 miles (3 km).
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What's nearby

  • Orrest Head - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Lyth Valley - 3 min drive - 3.3 km
  • Lake Windermere - 4 min drive - 3.3 km
  • World of Beatrix Potter - 6 min drive - 2.6 km
  • Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories - 7 min drive - 4.6 km

Getting around

  • Windermere Station - 3 min walk

Restaurants

  • ‪The Albert - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Westmorland Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Trattoria - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Brown Sugar - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Magic Roundabout - ‬3 min drive

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.

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Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Hot tub
  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • 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

  • Smoking not allowed

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

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 welcome
  • Service animals 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

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

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Frequently asked questions

Does Alice Howe - a big house with hot tub and cinema for groups to get together in the Lake District. have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

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

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

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

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

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.

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

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

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

This vacation home does not have a pool.

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

This vacation home doesn't have a spa, but it does offer massages.

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

This vacation home is 0.2 mi away from Windermere.

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

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 42 out of 46 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 46 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 46 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 46 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

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

Sue S.

Perfect for a large group

Great location Communications from owners speedy and very helpful Perfect base for our large group .
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Easter break

The first time we've gone away as a whole family. Plenty of room for 10 of all ages to come together or do their own thing. Clean comfortable and relaxing
Verified review

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
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

Beautiful house close to all amenities

We were a group of 14 celebrating my 60th birthday. The owners were extremely helpful with any queries and also let us drop off / leave bags before check in and departure to suit our travel arrangements . The house has everything you need to stay in but is also close to all bars / shops etc in Windermere. The bus to the lake is very regular and cuts the 40 min walking time to a 5 min bus journey. Beds were all very comfy and all rooms exceptionally clean. Hot tub/ bbq outside A couple of out party mantioned the showers not being very powerful however our room at the top had an Amazing shower. Would highly highly recommend on all aspects
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

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

annastasia C.

Great party house

Second time staying here and hosting family party celebration Highly recommend especially great if large number of guests rent more than one property Houses have everything you need and more
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Our Annual Family Gathering

This beautiful home provides an opportunity for catch ups, rest, a lot of laughter and many memories to be made for wider family from Northern Ireland, Ayrshire, Aberdeenshire and Glasgow. We all love our annual trip. It is really easy to get in touch with the owners if we ever need anything. Thank you!
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

simon h.

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

Catch up walking holiday with old friends

Delightful large cottage in a perfect location for Windermere village and lake
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
From a partner site

8/10 Good

steve j.

Great time

We had a great stay in a great location.The lake is a 35 minute walk downhill but you can catch the bus from the station just below the house.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Louise W.

Amazing accommodation for a group…

Such a fabulous location with amazing facilities. Our group had a phenomenal time, and cannot thank the team enough for helping us out with any questions and queries that we had. We would come back in a heartbeat!
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

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

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

50th birthday celebrated in style with friends and family, outstanding place and would defo return

Beautiful residence caters for all, basics supplied on arrival tea, coffee etc. Daily checks on the hot tub . In the heart of the village so close to everything. Extremely happy with our stay to celebrate with family and friends for a milestone birthday .
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

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

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

Golden Wedding family Celebration

House was amazing and like a Tardis , absolutely loved the door and the style of the windows , perfect for all our family as there were three generations there , kitchen was perfect hub for socialising for us , would maybe have liked a few more double beds but we worked it out perfectly,
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

4th stay at The Terrace

We have stayed at The Terrace 4 times now in the last 10 years and every time we are delighted with the quality and fitness for purpose of the various houses. This time at Alice Howe was no exception. Highly recommended.
Verified review

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

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.