The Best Ambleside Bed & Breakfasts

recommended B&Bs and guest houses in or near Ambleside


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enjoy the peace and quiet and the luxurious accommodation of this welcoming B&B set in a 3 acre garden set below Loughrigg Fell

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set in beautifully restored Victorian cottages where charming original features combine with contemporary styling and a relaxed ambience

Brantholme

Ambleside

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enjoys a quiet location on the edge of the village yet the bustling centre is only a short stroll away; offers stylish well- appointed rooms

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enjoy spacious rooms, stunning countryside views of the Rydal Valley and surrounding fells at this grand Victorian former farm house

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Victorian guest house close to the village centre with well-appointed rooms decorated to a high standard and a gourmet cooked breakfast

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an elegant Victorian house situated close to the village centre with stylish and contemporary rooms and makes an excellent exploring base

Brathay Lodge

Ambleside

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some of the comfortable rooms at this Victorian guest house have views over Wansfell and Loughrigg and it is easily located for the village

Lake House

Ambleside

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an elegant Lakeland house, set in leafy gardens that overlook Lake Windermere, featuring stylish rooms that are individually decorated

Elder Grove

Ambleside

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homely, family-run guest house with stylish, well-presented rooms and serving a hearty breakfast situated a 5 minute walk from the centre

Lacet House

Ambleside

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within a 5 minute stroll of this comfortable, well-appointed guest house is the bustling village centre with its shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants

Rothay House

Ambleside

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stay in cosy, individually decorated rooms and enjoy an award-winning breakfast that includes locally sourced and homemade produce

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stylish and contemporary rooms feature at this family-run guest house situated moments from the village centre; offers secure cycle storage

1869

Ambleside

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with spacious, comfy rooms this wonderfully homely B&B is in the heart of the Lakeland village, under a mile from the waters of Windermere

Rothay Garth

Ambleside

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a classic Lakeland house ideally placed between the village centre and the lake with cosy rooms that are traditionally decorated and furnished

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comfortable, individually designed rooms, a hearty breakfast featuring local produce and an inviting lounge bar are offered here

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