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Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn

Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn

Ambleside England
Check in 3:00 PM
Check out 10:30 AM
Settle into a relaxed stay at Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn, with accommodation designed to suit a range of travel styles, you'll be in the historical district, just steps from Lake Windermere and Ambleside Pier. This inn is 5 minutes drive to Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre and 15 minutes drive to World of Beatrix Potter.

Enjoy a 22-inch flat-screen TV, in-room coffee & tea facilities, a private bathroom with premium toiletries, daily housekeeping and complimentary high-speed WiFi. Conveniences include a desk.

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Property Details

Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access.

  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Bulk dispenser for toiletries
  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Vegetarian breakfast available
  • Parking (limited spaces)
  • Biodegradable/compostable stirrers
  • No single-use plastic straws
  • No single-use plastic soda bottles
  • No single-use plastic stirrers
  • Change of bed sheets (on request)
  • Reusable cups only
  • Reusable tableware only
  • Biodegradable/compostable straws
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • No single-use plastic water bottles
  • Free WiFi
  • Upper floors accessible by stairs only
  • Change of towels (on request)
  • Garden
  • Eco-friendly toiletries
  • At least 80% of all lighting comes from LEDs
  • Water-efficient toilets only
  • LED light bulbs
  • Vegan menu options available
  • Wheelchair accessible – no
  • Water-efficient showers only
  • Vegetarian menu options available
  • Luggage storage
  • Golf lessons available nearby
  • Breakfast available (surcharge)
  • Housekeeping on request
  • Golfing nearby
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Rafting nearby
  • Free self parking
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Year Built - 1880
  • Number of buildings/towers - 2
  • Total number of rooms - 23
  • Number of floors - 3

Check-in

Check-in is from 3:00 PM until 7:00 PM. Guests must be at least 18 to check-in.

There is no front desk at this property. The check-in location differs from the property location. Check-in location: [The Waterhead Inn]. This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in. Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

  • 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; cash is not accepted
  • Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, 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

Other details

English breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.

Free self parking is available onsite.

Distances are displayed to the nearest 0.1 mile and kilometer.
Lake Windermere - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Ambleside Pier - 0.1 km / 0.1 mi
Borrans Park - 0.5 km / 0.3 mi
Ambleside Climbing Wall - 0.9 km / 0.6 mi
White Platts Recreation Ground - 1.5 km / 0.9 mi
Rothay Park - 1.6 km / 1 mi
Armitt Museum and Library - 1.8 km / 1.1 mi
Stock Ghyll Force - 2 km / 1.3 mi
Treetop Trek - 2.5 km / 1.5 mi
Wray Castle - 2.7 km / 1.7 mi
Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre - 3 km / 1.8 mi
Dora's Field - 3.7 km / 2.3 mi
Rydal Water - 4 km / 2.5 mi
Townend - 4.1 km / 2.5 mi
Rydal Hall Labyrinth - 4.2 km / 2.6 mi

  • This property allows pets in specific rooms only (surcharges apply and can be found in the Fees section). Guests can request one of these rooms by contacting the property directly, using the contact information on the booking confirmation.
  • Contactless check-out is available.
  • This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly).

Hotel policies

General

  • Professional property host/manager
  • Contactless check-out is available
  • LGBTQIA+ friendly
  • No cribs (infant beds) available
  • No rollaway/extra beds available
  • No front desk
  • Essential workers only - NO
  • No elevators

Pets

  • Maximum number of pets per room 2
  • Service animals are allowed
  • Pets cannot be left unattended
  • Service animals are exempt from fees/restrictions
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Pets allowed

Other charges

  • Fee for English breakfast: approximately GBP 14.50 per person
  • Pet fee: GBP 15 per pet, per night
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 25 (subject to availability)
  • Late check-out fee: GBP 25 (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

Location

Lake Road, Ambleside, England LA22 0ER, United Kingdom
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