had a great stay , really good place to stay excellent location and a bonus with free very friendly owners and was welcomed with a nice glass of wine ,the location is great to go out for a meal and drink in bowness

Stayed here for 3 nights location is great very central and within walking distance of several shops, restaurants and pubs. We stayed with our dog and he was made welcome also with a sausage cooked for him each morning for breakfast. The room was fine for our needs (the water pressure in the electric shower could be better but was... More

We have just returned from a stay at Virginia Cottage. We had a lovely time, despite the weather and would highly recommend to anyone looking to stay in the area. Dave and Helen were great hosts and we are looking forward to our return visit already!

This little b&b on one of the main routes into Bowness is surprisingly peaceful and quiet, given that it is adjacent to the road, like many others. For me, peacefulness is paramount, and Virginia Cottage delivers. It is a beautiful house with many original features and I would love to live in a house like this. The room my partner... More

Spent two nights at Virginia Cottage with my partner and will definitely add it to my 'Will Return' list. The hosts David and Helen really made us feel very welcome and to feel like 'guests' not 'customers', nothing would have been too much trouble even though we didn;t need to ask as everything we wanted was provided (including a proper... More

Second visit since David and Helen took over. Once again a warm and friendly welcome (with a glass of wine). We stayed in our favourite room, with spa bath. The room was warm and comfortable, the bed also, not soft, so no sore backs in the morning. Excellent breakfasts. We stayed mid week, and were the only couple on one... More

My husband and I have stayed here quite a few times now and wouldn't think of going anywhere else when in the Lakes. We are made to feel very welcome by Helen and David. They have given us useful information on everything from walks to restaurants. As the good restaurants get booked up at weekends we always make reservations in... More

just spent a fantastic weekend at Virginia Cottage. location fabulous. hospitality 1st class. room and bed gorgeous. breakfast lovely. enjoyed at the little touches the owners made like a welcome glass of wine and complimentary flapjacks/biscuits in lounge. made to feel welocme and would definitely return when we come back to Bowness.

Our two night stay was a christmas gift from our sons (including our beloved Airedale terrier). We had a wonderful suite with four poster bed and every amenity included. David and Helen are wonderful hosts, their breakfast menu has a wonderful choice and the quality far exceeds many 5 star hotels. Their knowledge and information given to us on the... More