The Best Ambleside 4&5 Star Luxury Bed & Breakfasts

Recommended four or five star, and other luxury B&Bs and guest houses

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

Diamond Lodge

Ambleside

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set between Ambleside village and the waters of Windermere, this chic and stylish B&B offers luxurious rooms and extensive breakfast choices

Chestnut Villa

Grasmere

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a friendly welcome awaits at this cosy B&B offering stylish, individually decorated rooms and a hearty breakfast to start the day

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a village centre guest house where luxurious and well-appointed accommodation combines with an environmentally friendly ethos

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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

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

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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

Brantfell House

Ambleside

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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

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

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centrally located guest house with village shops, pubs, and restaurants moments away and Lake Windermere within a 15 minute walk

Raise View House

Grasmere

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scenic views abound at this elegant guest house, the stylish, beautifully presented guest rooms enjoy views as does the delightful garden

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overlooking a stream and waterwheel, this beautifully presented B&B offers sumptuously furnished rooms and access to a nearby spa centre

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a comfortable, welcoming B&B in a traditional Lakeland stone house conveniently located a short stroll from shops, restaurants and pubs

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

Compston House B&B

Ambleside

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traditional Lakeland house dating from 1890 located close to the village amenities and offering a high standard of accommodation

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situated midway between the bustling village centre and the lake and offers comfortable rooms some of which have themed decor

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

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

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

Slack Cottage

High Wray

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a classic Lakeland cottage in a secluded spot close to Lake Windermere, furnished with many antiques and offering cosy guest rooms

Elterwater Park Farmhouse

Skelwith Bridge

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enjoy fresh eggs from the free-roaming chickens at this traditional, farmhouse B&B surrounded by stunning walking routes in the fells

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upstairs, luxurious, individually decorated rooms - most with fell views - that are warm and cosy, downstairs there is a bright, buzzy cafe

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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

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in a perfect location for exploring The Lakes, this elegant, restful B&B overlooks the waters of Grasmere where the owners have fishing rights

Norwood House

Ambleside

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a comfortable and hospitable guest house with well-presented rooms decorated in a contemporary style and a great location in the village

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historic house, parts date from the 16th century, set in extensive riverside gardens and offers elegant accommodation, traditionally furnished

High Wray Farm

High Wray

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enjoy a warm, Cumbrian welcome from the delightful owner of this cosy, spotlessly presented B&B, highly praised by previous guests

Holmeshead Farm

Skelwith Fold

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away from the hustle and bustle of the Lakeside towns, this traditionally furnished, farmhouse B&B provides peaceful rooms and tasty breakfasts

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this elegant Lakeland retreat offers boutique-style rooms, some with whirlpool bath or 4-posted beds and sits in 7 acres of peaceful gardens

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stay in elegantly furnished rooms and enjoy the convenience of the central location along with the tempting treats on sale in their bakery

3 Cambridge Villas

Ambleside

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family-run, Victorian guest house just a 15-minute stroll from the edge of Lake Windermere and moments from the centre of the village

The Gables

Ambleside

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a good base to explore the Lake District's glorious scenery on foot or bicycle, the secure bike storage and drying facilities here are a bonus

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

The Old Vicarage

Ambleside

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a character Victorian house tucked away in a shady garden yet only moments from the bustling centre with relaxing leisure facilities

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highly rated by previous guests for its particularly comfortable beds, this luurious B&B is set in a peaceful spot with great views of the fells

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affording stunning views across the fells, this warm and welcoming B&B offers individually decorated rooms and full-English, cooked breakfasts

The White Lion

Ambleside

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this former coaching inn stands proudly in the centre of the bustling village and features modern rooms and an open-plan lounge bar

The Drunken Duck

Barngates

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set in a stunning location in the heart of the Lake District, this traditional, stone inn offers smart, modern accommodation

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a period property set in 3 acres of mature gardens offering traditional charm, individually designed rooms and a popular restaurant and bar

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a Victorian mansion that has been sympathetically refurbished to offer an elegant hotel and dining that reflects the lakeland landscape

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a traditional country house that has retained many of its original features that sits in 20 acres of quiet grounds overlooking Lake Windermere

The Eltermere Inn

Elterwater

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quietly located on the edge of the village with uninterrupted views over Langdale and Elterwater, many of the rooms have the same vista

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this 17th century inn has been extensively refurbished throughout and balances original features with more contemporary styling in its decor

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in the heart of the famous Lakeland village, this elegant hotel, with its sumptuous furnishings, makes an ideal base for exploring the area

Badger Bar

Rydal

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a combination of a historic 400 year old pub on one side and smart, well appointed rooms on the other all set on the A591 near to Rydal Water

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for a stay in Grasmere, one of the most picturesque villages in the Lake District, choose this Victorian country house for comfort and hospitality

Wateredge Inn

Ambleside

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a warm and cosy inn, sitting on the shores of Lake Windermere, just metres from the steamer pier, many of the rooms feature lake views

The Samling Hotel

Ecclerigg

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offering unobtrusive, yet attentive service, this smart hotel offers a sumptuous stay enhanced by fine dining with an exceptional wine list

Rothay Manor Hotel

Ambleside

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a Grade II listed house set in landscaped gardens with spacious, individually designed rooms, relaxing public lounges and fine dining

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