About this property
Historic Setting: The Lakes B and B in Ambleside offers a recently renovated adults-only bed and breakfast experience within a historic building. Guests enjoy mountain views and a tranquil garden setting. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature private bathrooms, tea and coffee makers, and modern amenities such as free WiFi and streaming services. Additional comforts include hypoallergenic bedding, work desks, and sofas. Delicious Breakfast: A full English or Irish breakfast is served, including vegetarian and vegan options. Fresh juices and fruits are provided each morning. Local Attractions: Located 9 km from the World of Beatrix Potter and 16 km from Lake Windermere, the property offers easy access to hiking, cycling, and boating. Leeds Bradford International Airport is 123 km away.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 10 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
- Breakfast
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Lynne
United Kingdom
“Excellent location, spotlessly clean and comfortable accommodation. Friendly, helpful hosts who have thought of everything for the perfect stay. High quality breakfast from a wide selection on offer.” - Shane
United Kingdom
“Perfect location in the heart of Ambleside, A friendly chat each morning with the hosts who were more than helpful. A hearty full English each morning really set the day off to a good start” - Derek
United Kingdom
“Location was excellent.Very clean and the hosts were very friendly and welcoming.” - Frances
United Kingdom
“Everything. Room was perfect, bed was so comfortable and we even had homemade muffins ready in the room when we arrived!! The breakfast was cooked to PERFECTION and there was much more choice than expected.” - Val
United Kingdom
“Everything but especially the location & breakfast” - Emma
United Kingdom
“Excellent hosts, couldn't have been more helpful. Breakfast was fab with plenty of choice. Ideally situated in Ambleside for wandering around. Gave good recommendations for places to eat evening meals. Will definitely stay with them again if going...” - Richard
United Kingdom
“Excellent location near to bus services Very clean and comfortable. Excellent breakfast with a variety of choices. The hosts were warm and friendly with good knowledge of the area and other facilities.” - Allison
United Kingdom
“The B&B is in a wonderful, quiet location but still central. It’s very comfortable and welcoming and has everything you need. We stayed in one of the larger double rooms and loved it so much. Everything was clean, the bed was very comfortable and...” - Christine
United Kingdom
“The fridge in the room. Hooks behind the door to hang coats. Minimal cushions. These are on top of an already lovely large well equipped room.” - Inga
United Kingdom
“Very comfortable place to stay. Very clean and nice room where everything is provided and well considered. Comfortable bed and a good quality blanket. Very kind and attentive hosts Clare and Eugene. Easter welcome treats in room! And the full...”
Quality rating
Managed by Clare and Eugene
Property information
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Language spoken
EnglishProperty surroundings
House rules
Child policies
Children are not allowed.
Cot and extra bed policies
Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.




The fine print
Late check in can be arranged with prior notice, please use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details provided in your confirmation.
Please inform The Lakes B and B in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.
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.