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Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn Ambleside

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  • Lake Rd, Waterhead Bay, LA22 0HD Ambleside, United Kingdom - View on map
8.3 /10
Very good
Free parking on site
Wi-Fi is available free of charge in every room of our property
Property type: Guest house
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About Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn

Set above Waterhead Bay in Ambleside is the Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn Waterhead Inn.

The recently refurbished rooms are individually decorated, and offer tea and coffee facilities, TV, WIFI and a modern bathroom with toiletries. Upon arrival, please make your way to The Waterhead Inn where check-in is located.

Traditional Full English breakfasts alongside continental options are served daily at the The Waterhead Inn which is located across the road from The Lakehouse rooms. The Waterhead Inn also serves lunch and evening dining options if required. Please note The Lakehouse is across the road from The Waterhead Inn and this is up a slight incline so may not be suitable for guests with mobility issues.

Surrounded by scenic walking routes, this recently refurbished Inn is just a few yards from the shores of Lake Windermere. Free parking is available on-site, subject to availability or alternatively, there are chargeable car parks nearby. Ambleside town centre is only a short stroll away for you to explore during your stay or other attractions such as Zip World Windermere are only a short drive away.

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Rooms: 28

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Rooms & Availability

Superior Double/Twin Room

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Room Amenities
  • Clothing storage or cupboard,
  • Sitting area,
  • Garbage bins,
  • Carpet flooring,
  • Secure safe,
  • Work desk,
  • Indoor heating,
  • Clothes iron,
  • Power outlet near the bed,
  • Iron and ironing board
Bathroom
  • Shower facilities,
  • Hair drying equipment,
  • Complimentary toiletries,
  • Ensuite bathroom,
  • Restroom,
  • Bathroom tissue,
  • Body wash,
  • Bathtub or shower,
  • Hair conditioner,
  • Hair cleanser
Media & Technology
  • TV with satellite channels,
  • Television with flat screen,
  • Television
Food & Drink
  • Kettle for hot water
Services & Extras
  • Bed linens,
  • Physical key entry,
  • Bath towels
Accessibility
  • Top levels reachable solely by staircase
Safety & security
  • Fire alarm

The Lakehouse Superior Double/Twin Rooms feature tea and Coffee making facilities, an en-suite bathroom, TV, views over the lake and WI-FI. If you would like to request a Twin for your stay, please check the availability prior to booking. Certain rooms within this category are pet friendly. Please check the availability prior to book to ensure we have a pet friendly room available for your stay. Additional charges will apply. Certain rooms do have views but this is dependent on room allocation and the time of year

Family Room

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This room features Tea and Coffee making facilities, an en-suite bathroom, TV, sofa-bed and WI-FI. If you would like to request a Twin for your stay, please check the availability prior to booking.

Double or Twin Room

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Offering free toiletries, this twin/double room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. The twin/double room features carpeted floors, a seating area with a flat-screen TV with satellite channels, a wardrobe, a safe deposit box, as well as an electric kettle.

Amenities

General

General

  • Car park
  • Animals permitted
  • Complimentary car park
  • On-site parking
  • Exclusive parking
  • Wireless internet access throughout the property
Services

Services

  • Online services
  • Wireless Internet
  • Complimentary Wi-Fi
Common areas

Common areas

  • Garden area
Cleaning services

Cleaning services

  • Everyday cleaning service
Miscellaneous

Miscellaneous

  • No smoking rooms
  • Rooms for families
  • Climate control
  • Smoke-free property
  • Assigned smoking zone
Safety & security

Safety & security

  • Fire detection alarms
  • Emergency fire suppression devices
Safety features

Safety features

  • Personnel adhere to all safety guidelines set by local authorities
  • Availability of first aid kits
Physical distancing

Physical distancing

  • Non-cash payment options

Internet

  • Complimentary WiFi!
  • The property offers internet services with free WiFi available in all areas.

Parking

  • Complimentary parking!
  • The property offers free on-site parking, including a dedicated private parking area.

House Rules

Check-in

  • From 15:00 Until 19:00 hours

Check-out

  • From 08:00 Until 10:30 hours

Pets

  • Pets are not permitted.
Important information
Please note that The Lake House Rooms at The Waterhead Inn is an old Victorian building with no lift. If guests smoke in the rooms, they may be charged one night's accommodation as a penalty.

Upon arrival, guests need to check in at The Waterhead Inn before making their way to their room within the Lake House building, which is a short distance away.

Guests arriving after 20:00 are requested to inform the property prior to arrival. Contact details for Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn can be found on the booking confirmation. It may not be possible to accommodate guests in the same room for each consecutive night of their stay.

Pet-friendly rooms are limited, so please check availability prior to booking. A GBP 15 fee per pet per night applies, and guests are required to inform the property in advance.

Special conditions apply for bookings of 5 or more rooms. For bookings of 5 rooms or more at Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn, different policies and additional supplements may apply.

Please note that if you require assistance setting up a twin bed, please request this via the Special Requests box during booking. Please note that all special requests are subject to availability.At Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn, hen, stag, or similar parties are not accepted.
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Michelle 11 - 2025
8/10

The location was good and parking was adjacent to the property. The room in the annexe at the Lake House was large, modern but full of character, clean and comfortable with a desk area that lacked a light and full-length mirror. The lady at breakfast was super friendly and helpful.

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FAQ

What are the check-in and check-out times at Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn?

Check-in starts at 15:00 and check-out is by 10:30.

Is there Internet access at Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn?

Yes, guests have access to the Internet.

Does the staff at Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn follow local authority safety protocols?

Yes, staff follow local safety protocols.

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