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Watermill Inn & Brewing Co

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

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Cozy up by the fire at this rustic pub, where a festive Christmas tree shines bright amidst a snowy backdrop.
Relax in this serene bedroom with a single bed, flat-screen TV, and a dresser, offering a peaceful retreat.
Experience the charm of The Watermill Inn & Brewery, home to Windermere Brewing Company.
Relax in a serene outdoor seating area surrounded by lush greenery and natural beauty.
Enjoy a drink at the bar, surrounded by exposed wooden beams and a rustic atmosphere.

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Bar
  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is AU$267
includes taxes & fees
13 July - 14 July

Room options

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Double Room (Room 6)

Double Room (Room 6)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Double Room (Room 2)

Double Room (Room 2)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

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

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Double Room (Room 5)

Double Room (Room 5)

Highlights

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

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Double Room, Terrace (Room 7)

Double Room, Terrace (Room 7)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Terrace
Heating
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Standard Double Room (Room 4)

Standard Double Room (Room 4)

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Double Room, Balcony (Room 8)

Double Room, Balcony (Room 8)

Highlights

Balcony
Heating
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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Single Room (Room 3)

Single Room (Room 3)

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
(4 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Family Room (Room 1)

Family Room (Room 1)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Heating
LCD TV
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 18 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Single Futon
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About the area

Map
Near Windermere, School Lane, Kendal, England, LA8 9PY

What's nearby

  • Windermere Golf Club - 4 min drive - 5.3 km
  • Lake Windermere - 6 min drive - 5.6 km
  • Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre - 6 min drive - 7.4 km
  • World of Beatrix Potter - 6 min drive - 5.9 km
  • Bowness Pier - 7 min drive - 6.2 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

Upscale inn near Lake Windermere
You can look forward to free cooked-to-order breakfast, a corner/local shop and a terrace at Watermill Inn & Brewing Co. The on-site restaurant offers breakfast, lunch and dinner. In addition to a garden and a fireplace in reception, guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also find perks such as:
  • Free self-parking
  • Smoke-free property
Room features
All guest rooms at Watermill Inn & Brewing Co boast comforts, such as premium bedding, in addition to
Other amenities include:
  • Bathrooms with showers and free toiletries
  • Electric kettles, heating and daily housekeeping

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 are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 7.00 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Food and water bowls are available

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

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

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

This property's policy is to refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, including stag and hen parties

Property is also known as

Watermill Inn Brewing Co Kendal
Watermill Inn Brewing Co
Watermill Brewing Co Kendal
Watermill Brewing Co
Watermill Inn & Brewing Co Inn
Watermill Inn & Brewing Co Kendal
Watermill Inn & Brewing Co Inn Kendal

Frequently asked questions

Is Watermill Inn & Brewing Co pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 7.00 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

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

As of 12 July 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Watermill Inn & Brewing Co on 13 July 2025 start from AU$266.66, 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.

How much is parking at Watermill Inn & Brewing Co?

Self-parking is free at this property.

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

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM. After-hours check-in is not available.

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

Checkout is at 10 AM.

Where is Watermill Inn & Brewing Co located?

Situated in Kendal, this inn is 0.6 mi (1 km) from Lyth Valley and within 3 miles (5 km) of Orrest Head and Windermere Golf Club. Holehird Gardens is 3 mi (4.9 km) away.

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Watermill Inn & Brewing Co Reviews

Reviews

9.0

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 71 out of 114 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 28 out of 114 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 13 out of 114 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 114 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 114 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.6/10

Amenities

8.8/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

William

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The Watermill is an old school gem in a beautiful area of the UK. they brew their own beer in this quaint and cozy area full of hills and streams.
Stayed 1 night in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

sadhna

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

Fabulous place, perfect for dog owners

What a fabulous place and just a couple of miles out of Windermere. The Inn has a great atmosphere and the speciality ales are just what you need after along day of hiking. The rooms are great, superclean and very comfortable. To top it all, the cooked breakfasts in the morning were both hearty and delicious. Thr staff were also super helpful too. This was the first time we have stayed here but will definitely come again. Would highly recommend, especially perfect for dog owners.
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

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

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

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

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

10/10 Excellent

Kevin

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

Gordon

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

Excellent stay

Excellent hotel, staff friendly, food very good.
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kiaz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely surroundings, dog friendly and a great breakfast!
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Elaine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous stay love the food and hospitality
Stayed 1 night in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Caroline

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

Stay at Watermill Inn

Great stay really felt welcome clean comfy room and a great breakfast
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Peter

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff and great rooms at a really good price. Very close to Windermere and great beers and food. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 1 night in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Paul

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

Great place to stay with a dog

Everything about this place was excellent, food, beer, hospitality, staff couldn't do enough for you
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified 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

10/10 Excellent

Yousif

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Nice place
Stayed 1 night in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Mr Johannis

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

Jayne

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

Great hospitality for dogs and their humans!

We had a great time at The Watermill Inn. Very dog friendly. Would recommend
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful place apart from the weather.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

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

JOHN

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

good friendly hotel

Really good pub hotel with excellent multi choice real ale made at the onsite brewery. This is a dog friendly pub but there is a no dog go zone restaurant and bar on site as well.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

C J

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

Never disappoints

Great place. New covered outside seating area for meals and drinks a bonus. Well situated on way into the Lakes. Good food, great beer
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Renoo

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
cozy room

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

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

Friendly helpful staff

After a soaking on my motorbike I was welcomed with a warm smile & an offer of drying out my motorbike gear overnight. A warm cosy restaurant served delicious food & a much needed cold beer couldn’t ask for more
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Stuart

Liked: Cleanliness
good
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

8/10 Good

Bronwen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Good evening meal, good breakfast just needed to cook the bacon & especially the sausages more (we specially asked for well done bacon & sausages) & keep the baked beans hot not lukewarm which spoiled the meal. Room very small & compact & beware of the very large wooden beam which is very low in the middle of the room. Would definitely eat a lunch/dinner meal again when passing.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023