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Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn

4.0 star property
Upscale Victorian inn, walk to Lake Windermere

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Superior Double or Twin Room, Lake View
Exterior
Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets
Lake
Superior Double or Twin Room, Lake View
Reviews
9.2

Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • Breakfast included
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • HousekeepingHousekeepingHousekeeping
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Your area essentials

Map
Lake Road, Waterhead Bay, Ambleside, England, LA22 0ER
  • Popular LocationLake Windermere1 min walk
  • Popular LocationAmbleside Pier1 min walk
  • Popular LocationBrockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre4 min drive
  • AirportManchester (MAN)95 min drive

Room options

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2023
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 Double Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed

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Superior Double or Twin Room, Lake View

Superior Double or Twin Room, Lake View

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2023
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Lake view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double or Twin Room

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Renovated in 2023
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Digital channels
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed OR 2 Single Beds

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About the area

Ambleside

At Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn you'll be within steps of Lake Windermere and Ambleside Pier. Highlights at this Victorian inn include free daily breakfast and free self-parking. .This pet-friendly inn offers free WiFi in public areas, a garden and luggage storage. Each morning free English breakfast is offered between 8:00 AM and 10:00 AM. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Attractions within a 30-minute drive of this 4-property class Ambleside inn include Ullswater and Coniston Water.
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What's nearby

  • Lake Windermere - 1 min walk
  • Ambleside Pier - 1 min walk
  • Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre - 4 min drive
  • Wray Castle - 8 min drive
  • World of Beatrix Potter - 8 min drive

Getting around

  • Windermere Station - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ambleside Pier - 1 min walk
  • Royal Oak - 16 min walk
  • Waterhead Coffee Shop - 2 min walk
  • The Pier Cafe Bar - 1 min walk
  • Rothay Manor Hotel - 14 min walk

About this property

Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn

Upscale Victorian inn, walk to Lake Windermere
Free breakfast is available daily. WiFi is free in public spaces. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. A complete renovation of Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn was completed in July 2023.

This Victorian Ambleside inn is smoke free.

  • 23 guestrooms or units
  • 3 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1880
  • English breakfast (free)
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn offers 23 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Flat-screen televisions come with digital channels. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is provided on a daily basis.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk
  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Daily housekeeping

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 3 floors
  • Built in 1880
  • Renovated entire property - July 2023
  • Smoke-free property
  • Victorian architecture

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Desk
  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Guests must contact the property in advance for check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation
If you are planning to arrive after 7:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Staffed front desk

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
  • Cots (infant beds) are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts major credit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
Please note that cultural norms and guest policies may differ by country and by property; the policies listed are provided by the property
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts major credit cards, Visa, Mastercard and Eurocard. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation. Contactless check-out is available.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

House Lake
Lake House Ambleside
Lake House House
Lake House Ambleside, Lake District
Lake House Hotel Ambleside
Lake Ambleside
Lake House Ambleside District
Ambleside Lake House Guesthouse
Ambleside House Guesthouse
Ambleside Lake House
Lakehouse At The Waterhead
Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn Inn
Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn Ambleside
Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn Inn Ambleside
Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn The Inn Collection Group

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn?

Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn?

As of 16 May 2024, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn on 19 May 2024 start from AU$226.10, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn?

Yep, Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited.

Does Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn serve breakfast?

Sure does, complimentary English breakfast is served daily from 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn?

No, Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:30 AM.

Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 310 out of 457 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 119 out of 457 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 457 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 5 out of 457 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 7 out of 457 reviews" "

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

9.2/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Tim

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
Great food, service and access to lakes and walks
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Friendly staff, lovely decor, tasty breakfast. However flies in bathroom (dead and alive) and a few cobwebs and dust in room. Nothing terrible but felt it could have been a bit cleaner for price.
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

David

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great service, lovely room with Beautiful view from room, very friendly and welcoming staff. 100% will be coming back.
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2024

8/10 Good

Sabeen

Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2024

10/10 Excellent

Edward

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
xmas 2023
the staff at the hotel were friendly, helpful and polite over our entire stay the breakfasts were very good as were the evening meals always arrived quite quickly and lovely and hot - our room was comfortable and warm - was a wonderful xmas break and we would definitely stay again - thank you!!
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jody

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great Little Find
What a nice place! Note that this hotel is not directly on the water but just up the hill from the lake. The property was beautiful, the staff very friendly, the rooms clean and comfortable and the food excellent. Note that the check in is in the restaurant at the bottom of the hill and across the street. I would definitely stay at this property if in the area again.
View from the hotel parking lot at the top of the hill.
View from the hotel restaurant at the bottom of the hill.
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Robert

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
I gave 5 stars, but not for the Lakehouse at the Waterhead Inn. We arrived there to find no way to get in and waited for 15 minutes in torrential rain wondering what to do. We then walked down the hill to the Waterhead Inn itself to find that the Lakehouse was not actually open, despite being offered on Expedia and despite booking it! We were however very pleased to be offered a room at the Waterhead Inn instead, and at the same price of £109. The Waterhead Inn is excellent, the staff were extremely friendly and helpful, the rooms are brand new and impeccable, and the breakfast, which was included in the price, was superb and worth half the price of the room alone. The Waterhead Inn is far better than some hotels costing significantly more.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2023

2/10 Terrible

andrew

Stayed 1 night in Oct 2023

6/10 Okay

Thom

Liked: Cleanliness, room comfort
Ok but not great.
A little out dated and better places in Ambleside for same price. Stayed at Lakehouse, you check in at the Imn over road but no where tells you this in booking or on door or lakehouse. No direct phone number to bar/ reception from room so when we didn't have any towels we had to ring through generic Inns Collection. Towels provided quickly. Radiator valve fallen off in bathroom so no way to adjust heat in there. Staff were polite and keen to help. Breakfast was ok, had hoped for better.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2023