A 5-minute walk from Ambleside and a mile from Lake Windermere, the largest natural lake in England, this charming guest house was originally 2 separate Victorian cottages. It specializes in home-cooked food and offers free Wi-Fi and free parking on site.

Haven Cottage still retains traditional old features like wooden beams and feature fireplaces. Most rooms benefit from picturesque mountain views, and all feature a TV and tea and coffee making facilities.

Breakfast is provided each morning, made with Cumberland sausage or vegetarian sausage, lightly smoked dry-cured bacon, and other locally sourced ingredients.

A number of scenic walking routes start from Haven Cottage, and cycle storage is provided if guests wish to bring their bicycle. The market town of Keswick is a 20-minute drive away.

This is our guests' favorite part of Ambleside, according to independent reviews.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

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Haven Cottage has been welcoming Booking.com guests since Jun 18, 2012

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Located in the top-rated area in Ambleside, this property has an excellent location score of 9.9!

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

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free, American

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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About Haven Cottage

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  • Who runs haven cottage

    We do, the owners Chris & Allie Hodgson


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    Answered on August 27, 2019
  • Hi, I have just booked the room, please advice if all the rooms are en-suite? Many Thanks Kind Regards Dana

    Yes Dana, our standard double bedrooms all have an en-suite shower room. The rooms are quite small as it is a traditional cottage, but have everything you will need for comfortable stay. Larger Suite rooms with baths are also available. Chris & Allie


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  • Do you take small dogs ? Thanks

    Unfortunately whilst we love dogs we do not take them in our B&B.


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Hosted by Chris & Allie Hodgson

Host Review Score 10.0
Chris & Allie Hodgson

Chris & Allie Hodgson

Just a stone throw away from Ambleside town centre Haven Cottage provides wonderful B&B accommodation right in the heart of the Lake District. With 5 bedrooms to choose ranging from smaller cosy double bedrooms to large, luxurious super king-size suites we have something for everybody's budget & tastes. Tastefully decorated in a contemporary style all bedrooms are en-suite and B&B accommodation with us includes free car-parking, a fantastic home-cooked breakfast and tea/coffee & cakes in your room. Our Wi-fi is high-speed fibre so shouldn't let you down (although this is the Lakes!)

We pride ourselves on our customer service in a friendly & informative manner, being available when you need us but out of the way when you don't. The best way for you to get the most out of your holiday in Ambleside is for us to share our knowledge on the best places to visit, the best places to eat, to give you the routes & directions for your walks. This is the personal touch we believe makes the difference. Our breakfasts have a quality reputation for good reason, we use excellent quality local ingredients such as free range eggs from happy hens in Windermere and bacon & sausage from the Butchers 400 metres away. Lighter options, Vegetarian/Vegan alternatives and Daily Specials also feature on the breakfast menu. Our coffee is sourced from award winning Red Bank Coffee, roasted in Coniston and a great example of how we support the best local producers in the Lake District.

Haven Cottage is just 400 metres from the centre of Ambleside.

Languages spoken: English

Area Info *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
Excellent location – show map
Restaurants & cafes
  • Restaurant Dodds
    0.2 miles
  • Cafe/Bar Apple Pie
    0.2 miles
  • Cafe/Bar Giggling Goose
    0.2 miles
  • Cafe/Bar Cafe Treff
    0.2 miles
  • Restaurant Stamp House
    0.2 miles
  • Restaurant Lake Road
    0.4 miles
Natural Beauty
  • Lake Windermere
    0.6 miles
  • Mountain Loughrigg
    1.2 miles
  • Mountain Fairfield
    3.7 miles
  • Mountain Helvellyn
    5 miles
  • River Rothay
    0.2 miles
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Amenities of Haven Cottage Great facilities! Review score, 9.9
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Hairdryer
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
View
  • Mountain view
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Patio
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
  • Clothes rack
Activities
  • Spa/Wellness packages
  • Mini golf Additional charge
  • Cycling Off-site
  • Hiking
  • Library
  • Golf course (within 2 miles) Additional charge
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • DVD player
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Chocolate/Cookies
  • Fruit
  • Bottle of water
  • Wine/Champagne Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Bar
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Accessible parking
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Secure parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Shared lounge/TV area
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Fax/Photocopying
  • Laundry Additional charge
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
General
  • Adults only
  • Hypoallergenic
  • Designated smoking area
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hypoallergenic room available
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Heating
  • Fan
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Iron
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages Spoken
  • English
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Check-in

4:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Check-out

8:00 AM - 10:30 AM

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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 16 are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

Age restriction

The minimum age for check-in is 18

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Quiet hours

Guests need be quiet between 11:00 PM and 7:00 AM.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), make sure you're booking this property in accordance with the destination's local government guidelines, including (but not limited to) the purpose of travel and maximum group size.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property currently isn't accepting guests from certain countries on dates where such guidelines exist.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to coronavirus (COVID-19), this property adheres to strict physical distancing measures.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

Please inform Haven Cottage 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.

FAQs about Haven Cottage

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

  • Haven Cottage offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Hiking
    • Library
    • Mini golf
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Spa/Wellness packages

  • Check-in at Haven Cottage is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:30 AM.

  • The following parking options are available to guests staying at Haven Cottage (subject to availability):

    • Parking on site
    • Private Parking
    • Parking
    • Secure parking
    • Electric vehicle charging station
    • Accessible parking
    • Free parking

  • Room options at Haven Cottage include:

    • Double
    • Suite

  • Guests staying at Haven Cottage can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free
    • American
    • À la carte

  • Haven Cottage is 1,800 feet from the center of Ambleside.