Wanslea Guest House

4.0 star property
Upscale adults-only guesthouse, walk to Lake Windermere

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Exterior
Premier Double Room, Ensuite (Africa Room )
Restaurant
Double Room, Ensuite | Bathroom
Premier Double Room, Ensuite (Arabian Room )
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Breakfast included
  • Parking includedParking includedParking included
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi

Check out the area

Map
Lake Road, Ambleside, England, LA22 0DN
  • Popular LocationLake Windermere7 min walk
  • Popular LocationAmbleside Pier7 min walk
  • Popular LocationBrockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre4 min drive

Room options

Premier Double Room, Ensuite (Arabian Room )

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Fan
Jetted bath
Shower/bath combination
Hairdryer
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Double Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 15 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

Premier Double Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Fan
Private bathroom
Hairdryer
Shower/bath combination
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Double Room, Ensuite (Africa Room )

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Separate bedroom
Fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
  • 24 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Premier Double Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 22 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

Twin Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Separate bedroom
Fan
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
  • 17 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Single Beds

Single Room, Ensuite

Highlights

Separate sitting area
Heating
Flat-screen TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Hairdryer
Private bathroom
Electric kettle
Coffee/tea maker
  • 9 sq m
  • Sleeps 1
  • 1 Single Bed

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About the area

Ambleside

At Wanslea Guest House you'll be within just a 10-minute stroll of Lake Windermere and Ambleside Climbing Wall. Highlights at this guest house include free breakfast and free self-parking. .This smoke-free guest house offers free WiFi in public areas and luggage storage. .Attractions within a 20-minute drive of this 4-property class Ambleside guest house include Ullswater and Coniston Water.

What's nearby

  • Lake Windermere - 7 min walk
  • Ambleside Pier - 7 min walk
  • Rydal Mount - 4 min drive
  • Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre - 4 min drive
  • Wray Castle - 7 min drive

Getting around

  • Windermere Station - 8 min drive
  • Durham (MME-Teesside Intl.) - 136 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ambleside Pier - 8 min walk
  • Ambleside Tavern - 12 min walk
  • Royal Oak - 9 min walk
  • Waterhead Coffee Shop - 8 min walk
  • The Pier Cafe Bar - 8 min walk

About this property

Wanslea Guest House

Upscale adults-only guesthouse, walk to Lake Windermere
Free breakfast is served. Public spaces have free WiFi. Self parking is free.

This 4-star Ambleside guest house is smoke free.

  • 10 guestrooms or units
  • Breakfast available (free)
  • Storage area for luggage
  • No smoking on site
Wanslea Guest House offers 10 accommodations.

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transport

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free breakfast available

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • No housekeeping

Accessibility

  • No lift

More

  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bathroom

  • Private bathroom
  • Towels

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:30 PM; check-in end time: 9:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

The host will greet guests on arrival

Access methods

Host will greet you

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • This property welcomes adults only.

Payment types

Important information

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 credit cards
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 Visa and Mastercard.

We should mention

  • Please note that this property can refuse certain bookings for the purpose of group events or parties, which include pre-wedding stag/bachelor and hen/bachelorette parties.

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Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Wanslea Guest House?

Yep, Wanslea Guest House has a free self car park.

Is Wanslea Guest House family-friendly?

No, Wanslea Guest House is an adults-only property.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Wanslea Guest House?

No, Wanslea Guest House does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Wanslea Guest House?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Wanslea Guest House?

No, pets are not allowed.

Wanslea Guest House Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 264 out of 393 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 108 out of 393 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 16 out of 393 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 4 out of 393 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 393 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.6/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.6/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Joanne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
We had an excellent stay at Wanslea and we had a lovely experience for comfort, food and its connectedness to the Lake District. We highly commend this guest house.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Meg

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
I'll be back
Great guesthouse run by really friendly people. Excellent choice for breakfast.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lydia

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A lovely stay at Wanslea Guest House. The room was perfect and the breakfast was sublime. Will defo be coming back!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tom

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anton

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great base for exploring the area
Great place to use as a base to explore the area. Not much directly around the property but it is walking distance from Ambleside's pubs and restaurants. Room 1 was nicely renovated, clean and comfortable. Breakfast was excellent!
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Luke

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Brilliant
Very nice stay, great breakfast and lovely hosts
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay
Lovely hosts. We were especially impressed with the finely chopped fruit salad!! Beautiful room and perfect location for exploring Ambleside and beyond.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jon

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wonderful hospitality and great location
We had a wonderful few days in Ambleside, staying with Tina and Steve. Everything about the guest house is exactly what we wanted. Clean, friendly, great breakfast, etc. It is a perfect location for visiting Ambleside in the surrounding area. Highly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Wanslea. Excellent
We had four nights at the Wanslea..Close to town but still quiet / Very nice people / very clean / Good breakfast and well organized with no awful music / A nice big TV with quite a few channels./ No dogs / Free parking close by. (ask before parking.) All good , we loved it.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023