Ferndale Lodge

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Scored 8.9
Rated fabulous

Excellent location!

9.8

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About this property

Ferndale Lodge, a family-run guest house, is placed only a few minutes’ stroll from the centre of the charming Lake District town of Ambleside. With free parking. Light, airy rooms each include tea and coffee making facilities, as well as a TV and shower room. Some rooms also enjoy splendid views over Ambleside. Now offering a room only basis giving you total flexibility, have a lie in, a late brunch or an early lunch and the opportunity to enjoy the Lake District from the early morning. The cruise boats on Lake Windermere are 10 minutes’ walk away, whilst scenic Rydal Water is a 2 mile-drive. Windermere town is 5 miles away, accessible by buses that stop 2 minutes walk from the Lodge. Free Wi-Fi access is available in all rooms and throughout the property. Dogs are only allowed in the specific pet friendly room type. The King size room is on the ground floor.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.9 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms

Property highlights

Situated in the best rated area in Ambleside, this property has an excellent location score of 9.8

  • Free private parking available on-site

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Availability

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Room type
Number of guests
 
1 double bed
1 double bed
1 double bed
1 single bed
1 single bed
1 large double bed
1 double bed
1 large double bed
1 large double bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

Alison
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Perfect location. Clean and comfortable room - nice calm decor, all clean, bright and airy room with lovely windows. Nice views from the room too of the fells! Host so helpful and friendly, advice on restaurants. Free parking outside the door....”
Danielle
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Lovely staff, perfect central location, room was very modern and clean.”
Dorothy
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Excellent location with parking which is a premium in Ambleside. Breakfast not provided but nearby cafe open from 8 am with a great offer for breakfast. Rob was extremely flexible, helpful and easy to communicate with. Fabulous shower in the room.”
Leslie
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Very good, friendly and accommodating host. A spacious room, clean and tidy, with a good size comfortable bed, good location.”
Lee
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Local to where we wanted to visit. Also right in the town.”
Nock
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Clean, well maintained. Quiet rear facing room. Excellent location for the restaurants, shops and pubs”
Zinnia
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The staff was lovely, the room was a nice size and very clean. Really good location.”
Anthony
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Perfect location. Five minutes from the CofE church hall where I was attempting an event. Rosa was friendly and welcoming. Her knowledge of the local area and places to eat out was much appreciated. When a light bulb went out in my room she was...”
Simon
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Very comfortable bed. Great shower. Room on ground floor brilliant. Nice large bed. Nicely decorated and styled.”
Dodgson-
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The location was great, very central, and well placed for cafes and restaurants. The host was very friendly. The shower was good and hot, and the towels were a generous size.”

Property surroundings

House rules

Ferndale Lodge takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 14:00 to 19:00
Check-out
From 09:00 to 10:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed on request. No extra charges.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Guests are kindly requested to inform the property of their estimated time of arrival. This can be noted in the Special Request box when booking or by contacting the property using the contact details found on the booking confirmation. Arrivals after 19:00 must be agreed in advance.

Pets are only allowed in the Pet Friendly double rooms, subject to availability and by prior arrangement. These rooms are located on the ground floor at the rear of the main property.

The King size room is on the ground floor.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.

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

Food & beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to Coronavirus (COVID-19).

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