Title: Biskey Howe Central - free access to pool and gym - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Biskey Howe Central - free access to pool and gym Vacation home with kitchen, near Lake Windermere ## Photo gallery for Biskey Howe Central - free access to pool and gym ![Pool - Biskey Howe Central - free access to pool and gym (Cumbria)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104230000/104224600/104224579/d29e6e0a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Biskey Howe Central - free access to pool and gym (Cumbria)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104230000/104224600/104224579/6329628b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Spa - Biskey Howe Central - free access to pool and gym (Cumbria)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104230000/104224600/104224579/6c051940.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fitness facility - Biskey Howe Central - free access to pool and gym (Cumbria)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104230000/104224600/104224579/f6c20382.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel crib - Biskey Howe Central - free access to pool and gym (Cumbria)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104230000/104224600/104224579/4e4fddd3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in the heart of Bowness, 5 Biksey Howe offers a traditional Lakeland stone build retreat. Take a short walk to Biskey Howe view point and enjoy scenic views or indulge in relaxation at the nearby health club with access to a swimming pool, spa, Roman sauna and solarium. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 3 ## Popular amenities - Pool - Kitchen - Pet friendly - Parking available ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Biskey Howe Central - free access to pool and gym Traditional Lakeland stone build in the heart of Bowness within walking distance to all the restaurants, bars and all other amenities. There is also a short walk on your door step taking you to Biskey Howe view point which is a great way to see how good the views and and scenery are in the area. You will also have FREE access to a Health club with a swimming pool, Large spa, Roman sauna, fragranced steam room and solarium. 5 Biksey Howe is a 2 bedroomed house (double bed and a single bed) with a shower room and open plan living room and kitchen. A perfect base to enjoy what Windermere has to offer for all types of travels, want to enjoy enjoy the fells and lakes or the shops, food and drink. The property has super fast Wifi, Smart TV and comfortable and stylish sofas. With plenty of room (more then the pictures portray) the kitchen is fully equipped if you are walking to eat in. You have access to everything in the property. We are close to Lake Windermere, where you can feed the duck, take boat trips and enjoy the beautiful scenery. TRANSPORT •If you are traveling by CAR there is free on road parking to the road in front and 200 yards around the corner. • By TRAIN our local station is Windermere train station and we are just over a mile down the hill. Easy to walk or get a taxi/bus to. • BUS there are plenty of bus tour to take which take you to many of the villages around the Lakes • BOAT there are self hire boats and boat trips available to enjoy on Lake Windermere well worth doing ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Pool ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1.5 bathrooms - Hair dryer ### Living spaces - Dining table ### Entertainment - TV ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) ## Similar properties ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33590000/33588900/33588856/e3c48472.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lake District Log Cabin Troutbeck Bridge - 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 247399 ## About the area Windermere is home to this vacation home. Lake Windermere and Ullswater reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Holehird Gardens and Treetop Trek. Raw War Paintball and Go Ape Grizedale are also worth visiting. [Visit our Windermere travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Windermere.dx5478) [View more Vacation homes in Windermere](https://www.expedia.ca/Windermere-Private-Vacation-Homes.d5478-aaPrivateVacationHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C54.36661%2C-2.91482&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=G_mf4pnQonVvy1H8243qUFfbAF8=) Cumbria, England ### What's nearby - ![World of Beatrix Potter featuring bird life](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087973/94e2d954-d771-492d-9fff-522e835f58d0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) World of Beatrix Potter 4 min walk \- 0.4 km - ![Autumn at Lake Windermere, Cumbria, UK. A beautiful sunny day in the English Lake District., Shutterstock ID 713135047, Purchase Order: SP-1896 , Order Number: SP-1896 Go Guides, Client/Licensee: Hot](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621563222832/6c0c8576-0ab9-44a4-a3ef-e306bc5dc5ff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lake Windermere 9 min walk \- 0.8 km - Old Laundry Theatre 6 min walk \- 0.5 km - Windermere Jetty Museum of Boats, Steam and Stories 9 min walk \- 0.8 km - Bowness Pier 10 min walk \- 0.9 km ### Getting around - Windermere Station 3 min drive ### Restaurants - Lake View Garden 8 min walk - The Westmorland Inn 2 min walk - Bowness Tap Rooms 7 min walk - Costa Coffee 6 min walk - The Village Inn Bar & Grill 7 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Biskey Howe Central - free access to pool and gym have a pool? ### How much does it cost to stay at Biskey Howe Central - free access to pool and gym? ### Is Biskey Howe Central - free access to pool and gym pet-friendly? ### How much is parking? ### What time is check-in at Biskey Howe Central - free access to pool and gym? ### What time is check-out at Biskey Howe Central - free access to pool and gym? ### Where is Biskey Howe Central - free access to pool and gym located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Biskey Howe Central - free access to pool and gym Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 9.4 Location ### 10 Property conditions & facilities ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Greeno 6. Dec 3, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great place to stay Stayed for 1 night end of December really close to the main road where all the shops and restaurants are and only about 15 mins walk to lake front. Definitely recommend ##### Greeno 6. Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kathryn G. Nov 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy Had a lovely stay at the cottage. All the check in information was sent in advance and we had no trouble getting into the house. Had everything we needed and the beds were very comfortable. Location was brilliant, nice easy stroll down to the lake edge. Would definitely stay again. ##### Kathryn G. Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark B. Sep 23, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy This is a lovely little clean, welcoming dog friendly cottage right near the main shopping area of Bowness on Windermere . Our host answered all of my questions in a timely manner and gave easy to follow instructions, the cottage does not have a designated parking area however I found it relatively easy to find a spot on the street. Will definitely use again and would recommend. ##### Mark B. Stayed 1 night in Sep 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### SHINICHI Sep 25, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication 調理用具が整っており、飲食店や食料品店が近いにもかかわらず静かな環境で良かった。 車は利用しなかったが、 ##### SHINICHI Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Chiseldon House](https://www.expedia.ca/Swindon-Hotels-Chiseldon-House.h24161816.Hotel-Information) > > [Luxury Beach House Rental with Hot Tub, 30 meters to Beach](https://www.expedia.ca/Looe-Hotels-Luxury-Beach-House-Rental-With-Hot-Tub.h27313935.Hotel-Information) > > [Haselbury Mill Hotel and Restaurant](https://www.expedia.ca/Crewkerne-Hotels-Haselbury-Mill-Hotel-And-Restaurant.h6438671.Hotel-Information) > > [Cliveden House - an Iconic Luxury Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Maidenhead-Hotels-Cliveden.h518646.Hotel-Information) > > [Charming 3-bed House in Levenshulme, Manchester](https://www.expedia.ca/Manchester-Hotels-Charming-3-Bed-House-In-Levenshulme.h103940695.Hotel-Information) > > [Hookwood Lodge London Gatwick](https://www.expedia.ca/Horley-Hotels-Hookwood-Lodge.h20846189.Hotel-Information) > > [The Redlands](https://www.expedia.ca/Birmingham-Hotels-The-Redlands.h3504305.Hotel-Information) > > [189 April Cottage](https://www.expedia.ca/Bradford-On-Avon-Hotels-189-April-Cottage.h31395197.Hotel-Information) > > [Trendrennen Farm B&B](https://www.expedia.ca/Penzance-Hotels-Trendrennen-Farm-Bed-And-Breakfast.h35251746.Hotel-Information) > > [Luxury shepherd's hut](https://www.expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-Luxury-Shepherds-Hut.h24910197.Hotel-Information) > > [Woodlands Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Spalding-Hotels-Woodlands-Hotel.h26754547.Hotel-Information) > > [The Retreat New Forest](https://www.expedia.ca/Christchurch-Hotels-The-Retreat-New-Forest.h89711102.Hotel-Information) > > [Spence Cottage, Birdham 355904](https://www.expedia.ca/Chichester-Hotels-Spence-Cottage.h24038164.Hotel-Information) > > [Stonehenge Courtyard](https://www.expedia.ca/Stonehenge-Courtyard.h97558122.Hotel-Information) > > [The Telford Hotel, Spa & Golf Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Telford-Hotels-Telford-Hotel-Golf-Resort.h18485.Hotel-Information) > > [Cosy cottage located on the Isle of Purbeck ](https://www.expedia.ca/Wareham-Hotels-Luxury-Cottage-Located-On-The-Isle-Of-Purbeck.h18797221.Hotel-Information) > > [Reighton Sands 1](https://www.expedia.ca/Filey-Hotels-Reighton-Sands-1.h24239545.Hotel-Information) > > [Ye Olde Bell Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Retford-Hotels-Ye-Olde-Bell-Hotel-Spa.h867431.Hotel-Information) > > [The Coach House](https://www.expedia.ca/Newcastle-Upon-Tyne-Hotels-The-Coach-House.h113925327.Hotel-Information) > > [The Sun Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Windermere-Hotels-The-Sun-Inn.h104452889.Hotel-Information) > > [The Feathered Nest Country Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Chipping-Norton-Hotels-The-Feathered-Nest.h44085381.Hotel-Information) > > [Southern Cross Guest House](https://www.expedia.ca/Sidmouth-Hotels-Southern-Cross-Guest-House.h3968950.Hotel-Information) > > [Clifton Park Hotel - Exclusive to Adults](https://www.expedia.ca/Lytham-St-Annes-Hotels-Clifton-Park-Hotel.h2301929.Hotel-Information) > > [Seabreeze](https://www.expedia.ca/Penzance-Hotels-Seabreeze.h30994663.Hotel-Information) > > [5 bedroom accommodation in Pentney, King’s Lynn](https://www.expedia.ca/Kings-Lynn-Hotels-5-Bedroom-Accommodation-In-Pentney.h92310860.Hotel-Information) > > [The Eagle and child ](https://www.expedia.ca/Preston-Hotels-The-Eagle-And-Child.h109812810.Hotel-Information) > > [The Antrobus Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Salisbury-Hotels-The-Antrobus-Hotel.h15879840.Hotel-Information) > > [Royal Oak Inn](https://www.expedia.ca/Minehead-Hotels-Royal-Oak-Inn.h36860111.Hotel-Information) > > [Cowley Manor Experimental](https://www.expedia.ca/Cheltenham-Hotels-Cowley-Manor.h1662540.Hotel-Information)