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Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn

4.0 star property
Victorian inn in Ambleside with free parking

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Travelers step into the warmth of Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn, an upscale restored property blending historical charm with modern needs. Enjoy an English breakfast, luggage storage, laundry services, and free WiFi for a seamless stay.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Popular amenities

  • Housekeeping
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is 1.995.437 ₫
2.394.524 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov

Room options

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Superior Double or Twin Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Superior Double or Twin Room

7.0 out of 10
Good
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Family Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Family Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)

Highlights

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

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Double or Twin Room | Desk, free WiFi, bed sheets

Double or Twin Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(12 reviews)

Highlights

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

Map
Lake Road, Waterhead Bay, Ambleside, England, LA22 0ER

What's nearby

  • Lake Windermere - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Ambleside Pier - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Borrans Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Ambleside Climbing Wall - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Rothay Park - 18 min walk - 1.6 km

Getting around

  • Windermere Station - 7 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wateredge Inn - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪Freshers’ Cafe - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The White Lion - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪Rothay Manor Hotel - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Royal Oak - ‬16 min walk

About this property

Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn

Upscale inn remodelled in 2023 and located near Lake Windermere
Located close to Ambleside Pier and Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre, Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn provides a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.
You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay:
  • Free self-parking
  • English breakfast (surcharge), luggage storage and laundry services
  • Smoke-free property
  • Guest reviews speak highly of the helpful staff
Room features
All guest rooms at Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn offer amenities, such as free WiFi.
Extra conveniences in all rooms include:
  • Bathrooms with baths or showers and hairdryers
  • 22-inch flat-screen TVs with digital channels
  • Wardrobes/cupboards, electric kettles and heating

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Bar (on property)
The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group
  • Pet-friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Restaurant
8.8 out of 10, Excellent, 324 reviews
The price is 2.573.940 ₫
3.088.589 ₫ total
includes taxes & fees
27 Nov - 28 Nov
The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group

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

  • Daily English breakfast available 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee: GBP 15 per person

Conveniences

  • Luggage storage

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

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

  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • 22-inch 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
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 25
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:30 AM
Contactless check-out
Late check-out subject to availability
Late check-out fee: GBP 25

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
The check-in location differs from the property location; go to: [The Waterhead Inn]
Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
This property doesn't offer after-hours check-in

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Pets cannot be left unattended
Specific rooms only; pet-friendly rooms can be requested by contacting the property on the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

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

Payment types at the property

Important information

Optional extras

  • Fee for English breakfast: from approximately GBP 15 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.

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, 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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
This property welcomes guests of all sexual orientations and gender identities (LGBTQ+ friendly)

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

Is Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn pet-friendly?

Yes, Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn allows dogs (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees.

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

As of 26 Nov 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn on 27 Nov 2025 start from 1.995.437 ₫, excluding 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.

How much is parking at Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn?

Self-parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn?

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of GBP 25 (subject to availability). After-hours check-in is not available.

What time is check-out at Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM. Late checkout is available for GBP 25 (subject to availability).

Where is Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn located?

Situated in the historical district, this inn is steps away from Lake Windermere and Ambleside Pier. Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre and World of Beatrix Potter are also within 6 mi (10 km).

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Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 336 out of 512 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 134 out of 512 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 25 out of 512 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 7 out of 512 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 10 out of 512 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Staff & service

8.2/10

Amenities

9.0/10

Property conditions & facilities

8.4/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Karen

Liked: Amenities
We enjoyed the excellent location and view from the hotel as well as the good quality breakfasts and on two nights evening meals in the Waterhead Inn bar which is part of the whole package.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Alexander

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful staff in a great location

Right by the water, great walks and views, and all you need right nearby
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Susan

Liked: Amenities
Location was good and position was ideal for our purposes. Parking could be a challenge
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Nice and clean rooms

Nice and clean rooms in a good area, good value for money.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

John

Liked: Property conditions & facilities
The room wasn"t overly clean. the building we were in was more than "just across the road." Both the building were up a significant high hill with access up and down on the driveway or switch back through the front hillside. At the roadside it was a small landing on the curve of the busy main highway through Ambleside. The breakfast had a very nice buffet and nice eating area. The staff were friendly and helpful. The latch on the outside door was difficult to open and could pose a safety issue.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Paul

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Very Good!

Excellent location. Pleasant staff at most times. Check out wasn’t asked if we had enjoyed our stay, or thanks for staying or anything. Breakfast very good value and tasty
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Saying it was up an incline was deceiving.It was up a steep hill but food and room excellent
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Heather

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lee

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really good hotel in great location. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sachin

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice, comfy hotel rooms. Lots to do around.
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Alistair

It's fine.

It is very confusing when you first arrive. It isn't clear that you need to go down the hill, over the road and into the pub to check in. Once you've managed that then it's OK but if the weather is bad there isn't a lounge to relax in.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Comfy and clean room, food was amazing and staff really friendly
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Alan

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
enjoyable stay
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2022

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

K C B

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

The room is a bit too warm.

The room is a bit too warm. We were not able to switch off the towel rack heating in the bathroom. It seems the ventilation fan inside the bathroom is not working.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Shaun

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Quiet location on the outskirts

Nice location, lake view ( just ) and parking, unless you were the last person there at night. Big room, hot water, excellent bed, Very good breakfast, very quiet at night so excellent sleep. 15 minute walk from the centre of the town.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful stay

We loved this hotel. We had a wonderful stay. The staff are brilliant, the food is excellent and the view from our room was amazing. We’re already looking forward to going back x
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Madeline

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay, not much parking available
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Zoe

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Excellent location with good parking facilities. Staff helpful and friendly. Plenty of food choice on the menu.
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2024

8/10 Good

Daniel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Enjoyable few days
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great Lake District Stay

Fantastic view at a wonderful facility. The included breakfast was very good. While continental only, it had many choices.
Stayed 1 night in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, room comfort
Good location. However, multiple things that could be better. I had informed the hotel it was our wedding anniversary but this was not acknowledged and nothing done to make it feel special. Difficult driveway access to the lakehouse parking and also very limited. Didn't realise that check in was at the pub opposite the road (busy road to cross). Long, slow moving line to check in. Room small but had all amenities. Cleanliness could be better due to lots of dust and dead flies on windowsills. Lots of noise from other guests in the early hours of the morning that could be heard. Breakfast good with vegetarian options. Overall okay but could have been better.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christa

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The property, staff, room and amenities were wonderful. We loved being able to walk uptown and even catch a trail behind the lake house. Breakfast looking out on the lake was great. The food was pretty good as well.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Delia

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities

Overnight

We arrived early and waited until 3.00pm Staff friendly room was spacious and clean. Pillows were terrible and the room above ours they were moving furniture and walking about until 4.00 am Did tell two members of staff one apologised and the other said she wondered what was going on up there! Thought we had dinner , bed and breakfast for £279.00 but was told only bed and breakfast. All staff were friendly but very rushed.
Stayed 1 night in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Friendly, polite and helpful staff who out of their way to ensure you enjoy your stay. The food was good and served promptly, in a nice relaxing environment. My wife and I will definitely be staying again. Highly recommended.
Stayed 1 night in Aug 2024