Set above Waterhead Bay in Ambleside, the family-run Ambleside Lake House is a 4-start guest house, with green surroundings.

The rooms are individually decorated, and each has tea and coffee facilities. All rooms have a desk and a modern bathroom with toiletries.

Traditional Full English breakfasts are served daily at the Ambleside Lake House, featuring fresh Lakeland produce and Cumberland sausages. Light Continental options are also available.

Surrounded by scenic walking routes, this elegant country guest house is just a few feet from the shores of Lake Windermere. Free parking is available, and Ambleside town center is a 10-minute walk away.

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

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Located in the top-rated area in Ambleside, this property has an excellent location score of 9.4!

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Continental, Full English/Irish

Free Private Parking Available On Site

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About Ambleside Lake House

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  • Is there lounge chairs or sofa in any rooms

    Some of the Superior rooms have a sofa and some have lounge chairs, please request when you are making your booking Kind regards Reservations


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    Asked about: Superior Double Room • Answered on August 16, 2019
  • Do you accept dogs

    Hello, Dog friendly rooms are only bookable direct on the phone


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    Answered on October 31, 2020
  • do you offer a cooked breakfast in the morning? Thank you

    Yes we provide a cooked breakfast in the morning


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    Answered on August 28, 2020
  • why is it so expensive on a sunday night ?

    Good morning, Our rates are monitored on a daily basis and vary depending on availability and demand.


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    Answered on July 7, 2020
  • Hi, are the rooms pet free.My partner can’t stay in a room that has had a dog in it. I was looking to book the Superior room?

    Hello, Please ask for a room which has NOT had a pet in and we will make sure we allocate accordingly.


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    Asked about: Superior Double Room • Answered on October 6, 2020
  • Hi looking to walk and maybe some cycling , is there anywhere to store the bikes ?

    Yes, we do have storage for bikes


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    Answered on June 23, 2021
  • Is it possible to have a room with a bath rather than a shower

    Yes, you can request this when you book


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    Answered on March 22, 2021
  • Do you have walk in showers or is it only showers above baths?

    Most of our rooms have showers over the bath, but we do have a few walk in showers


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    Answered on December 13, 2020
  • My wife and I need a ground floor room since she is unable to do stairs. King or twin room would work. Looking forward to hearing from you. Thanks.

    We have ground floor rooms available, you just need to state this at the time of booking.


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    Answered on November 30, 2019
  • Hi I'm looking for a short stay with a bedroom on the ground floor due to my wife's illness and inability to climb to many stairs.

    Good morning, We provide bedrooms on the ground floor level - this needs to be requested when booking


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    Asked about: Superior Double Room • Answered on January 8, 2021
  • Hi my wife and I are staying on the 18th and 19th of this month (June). Do you have a option for a vegan breakfast for my wife. Thank in advance

    Hello, Yes, we do have Vegan options for breakfast.


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    Answered on June 17, 2021
  • Hello, I see this is the last room you have available on Monday night and was just wondering if it’s possible to make twin beds up as doubles? Thanks, John

    Good Afternoon. Yes - please call us directly to arrange this. Kindest regards Bethany


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    Asked about: Twin Room • Answered on May 29, 2021
  • Hello, Can you fit a travel cot in the double rooms. Thanks

    Hello, We don't take children in the property


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    Asked about: Double Room • Answered on October 28, 2021
  • Hi, do you have the facility to hire bikes and is the location good for cyclists?

    Hello No we dont have facilities at the property however there are plenty of bike hires around the area. Kind regards


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    Answered on July 24, 2021
  • Do you have vegan options for breakfast and non dairy milk please?

    We can provide vegan options and non dairy milk upon request. Kind regards


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    Answered on September 28, 2020
  • Hi, i notice you offer a full english breakfast, but when booking it says continental breakfast included.. Is there an extra charge for the full english breakfast? Many thanks, Nadia

    All our rates include breakfast, this consist of a small selection of continental items and cooked items.


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    Answered on October 8, 2020
  • With the Superior rooms can you choose to have the sofa/chairs and a view of the fells or is it one or the other?

    Requests are subject to availability so we cannot guarantee what your outlook/ furnishings will be


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    Answered on April 21, 2021
  • Do any of the double or superior rooms have a bath in?

    Each room has a different bathroom - please request features when booking


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    Asked about: Superior Double Room • Answered on October 24, 2020
  • Can we look dinner at the hotel and can you provide gluten free

    Yes you can book dinner at Table 22 which is located in our sister hotel, The Regent. There are gluten free options available


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    Answered on October 10, 2021
  • does the superior double garden view room have a shower?

    Hello, the superior garden view rooms have a shower over the bath


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Host Info

Host Review Score 9.6

Thank you for choosing Lake House. We look forward to giving you a warm welcome to this most wonderful part of England. Myself and my colleagues will take great pride in looking after you during your stay and help to make your visit to the Lake District both memorable and special so that you return to us time and time again. Regards Jason Hewitt

Thank you for choosing Ambleside Lake House. We look forward to giving you a warm welcome to this most wonderful part of England. Myself and my colleagues will take great pride in looking after you during your stay and help to make your visit to the Lake District both memorable and special so that you return to us time and time again. Regards Jason Hewitt

Languages spoken: English

Area Info *
Guests loved walking around the neighborhood!
Excellent location – show map
What's nearby
  • Rydal Mount & Gardens
    2.1 miles
  • Rydal Water
    2.3 miles
  • Grizedale Forest
    3.6 miles
  • Lake Windermere
    3.8 miles
  • World of Beatrix Potter
    4.2 miles
  • Hill Top
    4.7 miles
  • Tarn Hows
    4.8 miles
  • Coniston Water
    6.8 miles
  • Lakes Aqaurium
    9.9 miles
  • Scafell Pike
    10.2 miles
Top attractions
  • Kendal Castle
    11.2 miles
Natural Beauty
  • Mountain Red Screes
    4.4 miles
  • Mountain Helvellyn
    10 miles
  • Mountain Scarfell Pike
    13 miles
  • Lake Windermere
    0.1 miles
How to get to Ambleside Lake House from Manchester Airport
    Car
    Free parking is available.
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Amenities of Ambleside Lake House Great facilities! Review score, 8.8
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Guest bathroom
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Hairdryer
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Outdoors
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Electric kettle
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Living Area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Wine/Champagne Additional charge
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • 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).
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Baggage storage
Front Desk Services
  • Invoice provided
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • Smoke alarms
  • Security alarm
General
  • Smoke-free property
  • Heating
  • Carpeted
  • Heating
  • Non-smoking rooms
Accessibility
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
Languages Spoken
  • English
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House rules Ambleside Lake House takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

3:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Check-out

8:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

To see correct prices and occupancy info, add the number and ages of children in your group to your search.

Crib and extra bed policies

There's no capacity for cribs at this property.

This property doesn't offer extra beds.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print

Please note that Ambleside Lake House is an old Victorian building with no elevator.

If guests smoke in the rooms, Ambleside Lake House may charge up to one night's accommodations as a penalty.

Guests arriving after 20:00 are kindly requested to inform the hotel in advance. Contact details can be found on the booking confirmation.

When booking for 4 or more rooms, different policies and charges may apply, and nonrefundable payment is required.

It may not be possible to accommodate guests in the same room for each consecutive night of their stay.

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 accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

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

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

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

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), wearing a face mask is mandatory in all indoor common areas.

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

FAQs about Ambleside Lake House

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

  • Guests staying at Ambleside Lake House can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 9.2).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish

  • The following parking options are available to guests staying at Ambleside Lake House (subject to availability):

    • Parking on site
    • Private Parking
    • Parking
    • Free parking

  • Check-in at Ambleside Lake House is from 3:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.

  • From the nearest airport, you can get to Ambleside Lake House by:

    • Car 1h 50min

  • Ambleside Lake House offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Ambleside Lake House is 0.7 miles from the center of Ambleside.

    • Room options at Ambleside Lake House include:

      • Double
      • Twin