Watermill Inn & Brewing Co

4.0 star property
Inn in Kendal with free breakfast and bars/lounges

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Front of property - evening/night
Terrace/patio
Double Room (Room 2)
Double Room, Balcony (Room 8)
Cafe

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$290
includes taxes & fees
8 May - 9 May

Explore the area

Map
Near Windermere, School Lane, Kendal, England, LA8 9PY
  • Lake Windermere
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • World of Beatrix Potter
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Bowness Pier
    ‪6 min drive‬

Room options

Double Room (Room 6)

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • Hill view
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room (Room 2)

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room (Room 5)

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • Hill view
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room, Terrace (Room 7)

Highlights

Terrace
Heating
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Standard Double Room (Room 4)

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • 14 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Double Room, Balcony (Room 8)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Single Room (Room 3)

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • Hill view
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

Family Room (Room 1)

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
Daily housekeeping
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Futon

About the area

Kendal

At Watermill Inn & Brewing Co you'll be within a 15-minute walk of Lyth Valley and 3.8 km (2.3 mi) from Orrest Head. Highlights at this inn include 2 bars/lounges, a restaurant and free cooked-to-order breakfast. .This pet-friendly inn offers free WiFi in public areas, a terrace and a garden. Additionally, you'll find a snack bar/deli, a corner/local shop and a fireplace in the lobby. Each morning free breakfast is served. Bring your pet along and take advantage of this property's pet-friendly amenities, such as food and water bowls. There's also the convenience of free self parking. .Attractions within a 10-minute drive of this 4-property class Kendal inn include Lake Windermere and World of Beatrix Potter.

What's nearby

  • Lake Windermere - 6 min drive - 6.7 km
  • World of Beatrix Potter - 6 min drive - 5.5 km
  • Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories - 6 min drive - 5.8 km
  • Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre - 6 min drive - 7.1 km
  • Bowness Pier - 6 min drive - 5.9 km

Getting around

  • Staveley Station - 3 min drive
  • Manchester Airport (MAN) - 86 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Watermill Inn & Brewery - ‬1 min walk
  • ‪Homeground - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Brown Sugar - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Hawkshead Brewery - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Tilly Bar & Kitchen - ‬4 min drive

About this property

Watermill Inn & Brewing Co

Inn in Kendal with free breakfast and bars/lounges
Along with a restaurant, there's a snack bar/deli on site. You can unwind with a drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi.

Watermill Inn & Brewing Co also features a terrace, a garden, and a fireplace in the lobby. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Kendal inn is smoke free.

  • 1 building
  • 8 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 bars or lounges
  • Built in 1850
  • Cooked-to-order breakfast (free)
  • Deli
  • Corner/local shop
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • No smoking on site
  • Dining venue
Watermill Inn & Brewing Co offers 8 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Beds feature premium bedding. LCD televisions are featured in guestrooms.

Bathrooms include a shower and complimentary toiletries. This Kendal inn provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free cooked-to-order breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM
  • 2 bars/lounges
  • A restaurant
  • Snack bar/deli

Family friendly

  • Grocery/convenience store
  • Snack bar/deli

Conveniences

  • Grocery/convenience store

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • Terrace

More

  • 1 building
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1850
  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • LCD TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 7.00 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Food and water bowls are available
  • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are available for GBP 5.0 per night.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: GBP 7.00 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Crib (infant bed) fee: GBP 5.0 per night

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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
This property accepts credit cards
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
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. This property accepts Visa and Mastercard. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.

Property is also known as

Watermill Inn Brewing Co Kendal
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Watermill Brewing Co Kendal
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Watermill Inn & Brewing Co Inn
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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Watermill Inn & Brewing Co?

Yep, Watermill Inn & Brewing Co has a free self car park.

How much does it cost to stay at Watermill Inn & Brewing Co?

As of 6 May 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Watermill Inn & Brewing Co on 8 May 2025 start from NZ$289.90, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Watermill Inn & Brewing Co serve breakfast?

Yeah, complimentary cooked-to-order brekkie is offered daily between 8:30 AM and 9:30 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Watermill Inn & Brewing Co?

No, Watermill Inn & Brewing Co does not offer an airport shuttle service.

Is there a bar or restaurant at Watermill Inn & Brewing Co?

Yep, you can grab a meal at Watermill Inn & Brewing Co's onsite restaurant that serves British cuisine.

What time are check-in & check-out at Watermill Inn & Brewing Co?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10 AM.

Are pets allowed at Watermill Inn & Brewing Co?

Dogs are welcome at Watermill Inn & Brewing Co, with food and water bowls on offer. Just so you know, there's a limit of 2 pets.

Watermill Inn & Brewing Co Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 68 out of 110 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 27 out of 110 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 110 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 110 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 110 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Antonio

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Jean

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness
Disliked: Staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely Inn - Shame about the service!

At first sight the place looked lovely. We arrived mid afternoon. There was a roaring fire, the girls behind the bar were very friendly, and the next morning, breakfast was great. But that evening, we went up to our rooms at about 5:30, and noticed that it was cold, and that the radiators were off. I went downstairs, and reported it to a girl working in the restaurant. She said she would ā€˜boost’ it, and that the radiators were on a timer. Nothing happened, and an hour later, we had to leave for our family do, just out of Kendal. We left the function early, so that we could get back, and have a drink or two before going to bed. We returned to the Inn just after 10, and it was dark, and everything was locked up, including our access to the bar. Bear in mind that this was a Saturday night. We had no choice, but to go to our rooms, which were still cold. I don’t think the radiators had been on at all, but there was no one to tell, or to help. This really spoilt our evening, and the women in the room next to ours, said that they slept fully clothed! We went to an Inn, because we thought that they would be open until 11 on a Saturday night, otherwise we would have stayed longer at the family function. If they had staff problems, then they should have told residents when they arrived! I complained to one of the breakfast people in the morning, and they said that the owners would be in touch. It’s now a week later, and I’ve heard nothing! Unacceptable!
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely friendly place to stay

One of our go to places when up in Kendal for business. Clean & friendly and a good choice of things on the menu. Food is delicious! Only downfall we had was we booked a certain table for dinner one evening and one member of staff had moved us and was quite rude about it! Original table was empty the whole time we were in the restaurant! Wouldn’t have minded if she had been polite and explained why the move had been made!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

james

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Fantastic Staff, Fantastic Pub

Look this place is everything you need in a lake district inn. Warm fires, excellent food and some genuinely outstanding beer. The staff were amazing with us and I cannot compliment the bar staff or chefs enough. Would go back tomorrow would give it 6/5 it it were possible to rate it that highly
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

John

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Lord William, KELSO

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

8/10 Good

Mr Johannis

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
for a double room it was quiet small and only one chair to sit in
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I loved the atmosphere and the pub.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A good reduced price made this an absolutely exceptional overnight stay and their own beer is excellent.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Pub

Very nice location in the Lake District. Great Staff and they make there own beer..... What more could you ask for.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

6/10 Okay

Scott

Business traveller
Disliked: Room comfort

Below average for price

Breakfast doesn’t start until 8:30…. Absolutely no use at all if you’re working or want to get out and about. Room 6 was very cramped and with it being on the top floor the ceiling tapered off due to the roof to the extent where you were bent double. Bathroom was small and has a radiator above the toilet positioned just right to hit your head on as you stand up. Meal was very good in the evening. Definitely not worth the money charged.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Steven

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

6/10 Okay

Harrison

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

4/10 Poor

Larry

Stayed 1 night in May 2024

8/10 Good

Sharon

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in May 2024

8/10 Good

Mike

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Travelled with family, Travelled with group
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Comfortable stay. Great food.

We had an excellent comfortable stay. Met up with family. The food was excellent and the service was friendly and professional. Would definitely recommend if passing through ā€˜Ings’ which is a lovely place to stay. Hope to go again soon.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great property, very picturesque setting, and a really fun atmosphere!
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2024

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charlie

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Business overnight stay

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Paula

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Amazing place

Spent 2 nights at the watermill with my partner. We had room 4 just at the top of the stairs. Small but very clean and comfortable. Food was amazing. Breakfast was really good lots of choice. Great staff fab place
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Pamela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
The staff & good food make this place a very nice & enjoyable stay , dog friendly.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024