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Waterhead Retreat

Property class: 4.5

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A stone building with a patio area featuring wooden furniture and a stone wall.
A covered outdoor area with a glass roof, a number '12' sign, and a hanging flower basket.
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a sofa, and a sliding glass door to the outside.
A bathroom with a skylight, a toilet, a sink, and a towel rack.
A waterfront property with a stone patio, wooden bridge, and a row of windows.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
The current price is AU$248
includes taxes & fees
2 Sept - 3 Sept

Explore the area

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The Fisherbeck, Lake Rd, Ambleside, England, LA22 0DH
  • Place, Ambleside Climbing Wall
    ‪2 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Windermere
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Ambleside Pier
    ‪10 min walk‬

Room options

View all photos for Family Room, Patio, Garden View

A bedroom with a tufted headboard, a desk, a chair, and a bed with a blue bedspread.

Family Room, Patio, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Family Room, Patio, Garden View

A neatly made bed with pillows, a bedside lamp, and a radiator.

Family Room, Patio, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Family Room, Patio, Garden View

A hotel room with a bed, a sofa, a desk with a mirror, and a television on the wall.

Family Room, Patio, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 Double Sofa Bed and 1 King Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

View all photos for Family Room, Patio, Garden View

A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a sofa, and a sliding glass door to the outside.

Family Room, Patio, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 22 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 4
  • 1 King Bed and 1 Double Sofa Bed
  • Free Wi-Fi

About the area

Ambleside

A luxury stay in Ambleside awaits you at Waterhead Retreat. Within steps you'll find Ambleside Climbing Wall and Lake Windermere within a 10-minute stroll. Highlights at this guest house include in-room free WiFi and Smart TVs. .In proximity to this 4.5-property class Ambleside guest house you'll find Ullswater.
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What's nearby

  • Ambleside Climbing Wall - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Lake Windermere - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Rothay Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Ambleside Pier - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Stock Ghyll Force - 18 min walk - 1.5 km

Getting around

  • Windermere Station - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Britannia Inn
  • ‪The Temperance Inn - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Mortal Man - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Wateredge Inn - ‬9 min walk
  • ‪The Flying Fleece - ‬9 min walk

About this property

Waterhead Retreat

Waterhead Retreat offers its guests a terrace. The front desk is open around the clock.

Smoking is allowed in designated areas at this 4.5-star Ambleside guest house.

  • 4 guestrooms or units
  • Terrace
  • Smoking in designated areas
Waterhead Retreat offers 4 accommodations, which are accessible via exterior corridors and feature complimentary slippers and a hairdryer. Beds feature Egyptian cotton sheets, down duvets and premium bedding. A pillow menu is available. 32-inch Smart televisions come with digital channels.

Bathrooms include a separate bath and shower with a deep soaking bath and a rainfall showerhead, and complimentary toiletries. Guests can surf the web using the complimentary wireless Internet access (speed: 50+ Mbps).

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps

Parking and transport

  • Limited on-site parking

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Virtual front desk

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • No lift
  • Tile flooring in room
  • Wheelchair accessibility

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Down comforter
  • Egyptian cotton sheets
  • Pillow menu

Bathroom

  • Deep soaking bathtub
  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Rainfall showerhead
  • Separate bathtub and shower
  • Shampoo
  • Slippers
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with digital channels

Food and drink

  • Tea bags/instant coffee

More

  • Access via exterior corridors
  • Desk
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Laptop workspace
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 15

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests planning to arrive outside normal check-in hours will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
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 2:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation
A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

  • Pets are welcome and stay free
  • Only dogs are allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

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, debit cards and cash
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, debit cards and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in all accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Is parking available at Waterhead Retreat?

Onsite parking is limited.

How much does it cost to stay at Waterhead Retreat?

As of 13 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waterhead Retreat on 2 Sept 2026 start from AU$248, 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.

Are there hot tubs in the rooms at Waterhead Retreat?

No, but there are deep-soaking baths in the guestrooms.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Waterhead Retreat?

No, Waterhead Retreat does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Waterhead Retreat?

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

Waterhead Retreat Reviews

Reviews

8.0

Very good

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Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

8.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

8.0/10

Amenities

6.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Priyank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
well located and helpful staff, family friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026