Located in centre of the charming town of Ambleside, in the heart of the beautiful Lake District. The Lakes B and B offers mountain views and is only a 10 minute walk to Waterhead Pier. Guests can enjoy mountain views from rooms which are decorated using natural colours and contemporary furnishings. They come equipped with a flat-screen TV/DVD as well as an en suite bathroom and free Wi-Fi. The b and b is located close to many woodland trails or picturesque walks, some start and finish at the b and b itself. We offer drying facilities and bike storage. Free parking is possible but must be arranged at time of booking due to limited spaces. Motor bikes are welcome and there is free secure parking for both motor bikes and cycles. The generous full English breakfast (or vegetarian option) will set you up for the day, whether walking, climbing or sightseeing. After the days exertions you can enjoy the attractive rear garden complete with decked seating area. The guest house is open for most of the year with full central heating and a welcoming tray of tea/coffee and homemade cake
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Best Ambleside B&Bs
Overall 9.9 Excellent
Based on 124 reviews
Excellent
10.0
Pros: Friendly hosts, nothing too much trouble.
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Overall 9.9 Excellent
Based on 124 reviews
10.0 Excellent
Pros: Friendly hosts, nothing too much trouble.
Cons: Very small room
Located in centre of the charming town of Ambleside, in the heart of the beautiful Lake District. The Lakes B and B offers mountain views and is only a 10 minute walk to Waterhead Pier. Guests can enjoy mountain views from rooms which are decorated using natural colours and contemporary furnishings. They come equipped with a flat-screen TV/DVD as well as an en suite bathroom and free Wi-Fi. The b and b is located close to many woodland trails or picturesque walks, some start and finish at the b and b itself. We offer drying facilities and bike storage. Free parking is possible but must be arranged at time of booking due to limited spaces. Motor bikes are welcome and there is free secure parking for both motor bikes and cycles. The generous full English breakfast (or vegetarian option) will set you up for the day, whether walking, climbing or sightseeing. After the days exertions you can enjoy the attractive rear garden complete with decked seating area. The guest house is open for most of the year with full central heating and a welcoming tray of tea/coffee and homemade cake
When you are away from home you want to be looked after and comfortable. So let us do that for you at The Fisherbeck in our ideal Lake District location.
Sleep easy in one of our individually designed bedrooms, some with superb views, balcony or spa bath. Then wake up to our excellent Award Winning Breakfast with lots of choice and cooked to order. Then decide how you want to spend your day.
We are perfectly located in Ambleside with wonderful views of the Lakeland fells and an easy stroll to shops, restaurants & Lake Windermere, which means you can leave the car behind in our private car park and walk the fells right from the front door.
Relax in the lounge or in our garden with a glass of wine or Prosecco, a local beer or Cappuccino and something from our “Lite Bite” menu.
At The Fisherbeck you can escape the hustle and bustle but still connect with the outside world with free WIFI throughout the building.
Whatever the purpose of your stay, we look forward to making it special.
Overall 9.2 Excellent
Based on 191 reviews
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Overall 9.2 Excellent
Based on 191 reviews
Cleanliness
10.0
Service
10.0
Location
9.9
Breakfast
9.3
Room
7.9
Comfort
5.3
Service
10.0
Location
9.9
Breakfast
9.2
Room
7.6
Comfort
5.3
When you are away from home you want to be looked after and comfortable. So let us do that for you at The Fisherbeck in our ideal Lake District location.
Sleep easy in one of our individually designed bedrooms, some with superb views, balcony or spa bath. Then wake up to our excellent Award Winning Breakfast with lots of choice and cooked to order. Then decide how you want to spend your day.
We are perfectly located in Ambleside with wonderful views of the Lakeland fells and an easy stroll to shops, restaurants & Lake Windermere, which means you can leave the car behind in our private car park and walk the fells right from the front door.
Relax in the lounge or in our garden with a glass of wine or Prosecco, a local beer or Cappuccino and something from our “Lite Bite” menu.
At The Fisherbeck you can escape the hustle and bustle but still connect with the outside world with free WIFI throughout the building.
Whatever the purpose of your stay, we look forward to making it special.
With a stay at Nanny Brow in Ambleside, you'll be in the historical district, just steps from Lake District and a 3-minute drive from Skelwith Force. Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
Overall 9.2 Excellent
Based on 187 reviews
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Overall 9.2 Excellent
Based on 187 reviews
Amenities
10.0
Breakfast
9.9
Vibe
9.8
Service
9.2
Room
8.9
Location
7.8
Value for money
2.9
Breakfast
9.9
Vibe
9.7
Service
9.4
Room
8.8
Comfort
8.2
Location
7.8
With a stay at Nanny Brow in Ambleside, you'll be in the historical district, just steps from Lake District and a 3-minute drive from Skelwith Force. Featured amenities include dry cleaning/laundry services, luggage storage, and laundry facilities. Free self parking is available onsite.
With a stay at Wanslea Guest House in Ambleside, you'll be a 1-minute walk from Lake District and 6 minutes by foot from Lake Windermere. The front desk is staffed during limited hours.
Overall 8.9 Excellent
Based on 83 reviews
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Overall 8.9 Excellent
Based on 83 reviews
Value for money
10.0
Food
10.0
Cleanliness
10.0
Breakfast
10.0
Service
9.8
Location
7.9
Room
7.5
Comfort
4.4
Breakfast
10.0
Service
9.8
Location
8.1
Room
7.5
Comfort
5.1
With a stay at Wanslea Guest House in Ambleside, you'll be a 1-minute walk from Lake District and 6 minutes by foot from Lake Windermere. The front desk is staffed during limited hours.
With a stay at Glen Rothay in Ambleside, you'll be just steps from Lake District and Dora's Field. Free self parking is available onsite.
Overall 8.6 Excellent
Based on 772 reviews
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Overall 8.6 Excellent
Based on 772 reviews
Location
9.2
Service
8.8
Breakfast
8.0
Room
8.0
WiFi
0.9
Location
9.3
Service
9.1
Breakfast
8.2
Comfort
7.4
Room
7.1
Service
8.9
Breakfast
8.3
Comfort
7.5
Room
7.4
Food
8.4
With a stay at Glen Rothay in Ambleside, you'll be just steps from Lake District and Dora's Field. Free self parking is available onsite.
Located in Ambleside, High Grassings Bed & Breakfast is in a national park, within a 10-minute drive of Tarn Hows and Church of St Mary. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.
Overall 9.4 Excellent
Based on 19 reviews
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Overall 9.4 Excellent
Based on 19 reviews
Service
10.0
Location
9.6
Room
9.5
Breakfast
9.2
Located in Ambleside, High Grassings Bed & Breakfast is in a national park, within a 10-minute drive of Tarn Hows and Church of St Mary. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Free self parking is available onsite.
In the heart of the Lake District, Glenthorne Guest House offers bed and breakfast 5 minutes’ walk from Grasmere village. With free parking and Wi-Fi, this peaceful Victorian retreat also functions as a Quaker Centre. Each guest room has tea and coffee facilities and an en suite bathroom. Many rooms have views of the gardens and surrounding countryside. Glenthorne Guest House offers breakfast and 3-course evening meals in the dining room, where guests are encouraged to dine together. Tea and freshly made cakes are provided, and can be enjoyed in the lounge or garden. The guest house welcomes guests of all beliefs. A daily Quaker worship meeting for worship is open to all who wish to attend. The guest house is around 5 miles north of Ambleside, with Lake Windermere within a 15-minute drive. Coniston Water and the Grizedale Forest Park are within 20-30 minutes of Glenthorne Guest House.
Overall 8.8 Excellent
Based on 56 reviews
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Overall 8.8 Excellent
Based on 56 reviews
Food
10.0
Location
10.0
Vibe
9.3
Service
7.5
Cleanliness
6.7
Breakfast
6.7
Room
6.6
Comfort
5.0
In the heart of the Lake District, Glenthorne Guest House offers bed and breakfast 5 minutes’ walk from Grasmere village. With free parking and Wi-Fi, this peaceful Victorian retreat also functions as a Quaker Centre. Each guest room has tea and coffee facilities and an en suite bathroom. Many rooms have views of the gardens and surrounding countryside. Glenthorne Guest House offers breakfast and 3-course evening meals in the dining room, where guests are encouraged to dine together. Tea and freshly made cakes are provided, and can be enjoyed in the lounge or garden. The guest house welcomes guests of all beliefs. A daily Quaker worship meeting for worship is open to all who wish to attend. The guest house is around 5 miles north of Ambleside, with Lake Windermere within a 15-minute drive. Coniston Water and the Grizedale Forest Park are within 20-30 minutes of Glenthorne Guest House.
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