The Dozy Deer - a newly renovated guest house - is just a short walk from Windermere center. The rooms feature private bathrooms. No breakfast included. Windermere’s cafes and restaurants are just a short stroll away from The Dozy Deer. Rooms feature a TV and hairdryer, and tea and coffee facilities are also available. Breakfast is not provided, but we do have a dining room with a bean to cup coffee machine and a selection of teas at no extra charge. Breakfast is available at many cafes nearby, the closest being Homeground which is 1312 ft away. Built from local Lakeland stone, The Dozy Deer is just 15 minutes’ walk from Windermere Railway Station. The beautiful walking routes of Orrest Head and Millerground are easily reached on foot.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.


Availability

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Room Type
Number of guests
 
2 twin beds
and
1 queen bed
1 king bed
Bedroom 1:
1 full bed
Bedroom 2:
1 queen bed
Bedroom 3:
4 twin beds
Bedroom 4:
2 twin beds
and
1 queen bed
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Property practices

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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.6
Facilities
9.0
Cleanliness
9.4
Comfort
9.4
Value for money
9.0
Location
9.5
Free Wifi
9.1
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Kroll-guerch
    United States of America United States of America
    It was very quaint and peaceful. They were also very nice about letting us keep our bags there after we checked out but went sightseeing.
  • Madelyn
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Absolutely loved the superior family room! It’s 1 giant room with 4 single beds and it was perfect for a girls trip! The beds were comfy, location was great and amazing hospitality. Would highly recommend for a stay!
  • Lisa
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The coffee machine was a really nice touch as we grabbed a coffee to go in the morning. There were a number of extra touches such as free to use umbrellas, free WiFi, free coffee and biscuits, free water in a fridge, etc. it all adds to the...

Managed by Beth Kelly

Company review score: 9.6Based on 399 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Having lived and worked in the lakes for many years, Beth has a love for the local area and all its offerings. From paddleboarding to climbing, she has given it all a go! As well as running The Dozy Deer, Beth also runs a Paddleboard Centre operating on both Windermere and Coniston Water.

Property info

The Dozy Deer is a newly renovated, traditional slate building in the heart of the Lake District. Located centrally in the popular town of Windermere, offering a great base to explore the National Park from. Coffee and hot drinks available as well as access to Dining room and front garden. Contactless arrival with external key locks means you can enjoy peace from the moment you arrive. Please note we do not allow occupancy per room to be exceeded.

Neighborhood info

Located in the heart of Windermere, The Dozy Deer is a short drive or bus journey away from other Lake District towns such as Ambleside and Bowness. A great bolthole for walking in the lakes and spending time on the water, such as paddleboarding or boat hire.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of The Dozy Deer
Great facilities! Review score, 9

Most popular amenities
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms
Bathroom
  • Private Bathroom
Outdoors
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Garden
Activities
  • Cycling
  • Hiking
  • Fishing
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
No parking available.
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
  • 24-hour security
General
  • Adults only
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Soundproof rooms
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules
The Dozy Deer takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in
From 15:00 to 20:00
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 07:00 to 10:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancelation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Enter your stay dates and check the conditions of your selected option.
Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 5 are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

No age restriction
There's no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
American ExpressVisaMastercardMaestroSoloCash
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Quiet hours
Guests need be quiet between 22:00 and 07:00.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please note that this property does not provide breakfast.

Guests are kindly requested to provide their estimated time of arrival. This can be noted in the Comments Box when booking, or by using the contact details found on the booking confirmation.

Please note that this property does not accept China Union Cards.

Please inform The Dozy Deer of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Quiet hours are between 22:00:00 and 07:00:00.

FAQs about The Dozy Deer

  • The Dozy Deer offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Fishing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)

  • Check-in at The Dozy Deer is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • The prices at The Dozy Deer may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • The Dozy Deer is 1,000 feet from the center of Windermere. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at The Dozy Deer include:

    • Family
    • Double
    • Vacation Home