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Victorian House

4.0 star property
Enjoy free breakfast at this 4-star Ambleside B&B

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Terrace/patio
Dog Friendly Family Room
Lounge
Front of property

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Broadgate, Ambleside, England, LA22 9TA
  • Grasmere Garden Village
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Dove Cottage
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water

Room options

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Comfort Twin Room

Comfort Twin Room

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
(2 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Comfort Double Room

Comfort Double Room

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful
(5 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Shepherd Hut

  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Cozy Room

Cozy Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(12 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Annex Building)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Stargazer Room

Stargazer Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)
  • 11 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Dog Friendly Double

Dog Friendly Double

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Dog Friendly Family Room

Dog Friendly Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

About the area

Ambleside

On river.Your stay at this B&B will put you steps from The Herdy Shop and a 5-minute walk from Grasmere Garden Village. St Oswald's Church and Helm Crag are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Grasmere Garden Village - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Dove Cottage - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Wordsworth Museum - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Rydal Mount - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Ambleside Pier - 9 min drive - 10.6 km

Getting around

  • Burneside Station - 23 min drive
  • John Lennon Airport (LPL) - 131 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Britannia Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wainwrights Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ambleside Tap Yard - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sticklebarn Tavern - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Cornish Bakery - ‬6 min drive

About this property

Victorian House

Enjoy free breakfast at this 4-star Ambleside B&B
Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. Victorian House also features a terrace, a garden, and concierge services. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. A complete renovation of Victorian House was completed in February 2020.

This 4-star Ambleside bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1872
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
Victorian House offers 18 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and hair dryers. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. This Ambleside bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered daily and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

Languages

English

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  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited onsite parking (max 5 spaces per unit)

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM

Accessibility

  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • No elevator

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; Check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 25 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Property payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: GBP 100.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: GBP 25 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Oak Bank Hotel Ambleside
Oak Bank Ambleside
Oak Bank Hotel
Victorian House Hotel
Victorian House Ambleside
Victorian House Bed & breakfast
Victorian House Bed & breakfast Ambleside

Victorian House Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 160 out of 209 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 38 out of 209 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 209 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 209 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 209 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Richard

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

Grasmere B&B 2025

What a great find, the staff were really helpful and made us feel welcome from the moment we walked through the door. The place clean and the food (breakfast choice and quality) was great. The location is excellent for hiking and exploring the local village. Now planning a return
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a wonderful couple of nights in the Stargazing room. The car park is small, but a decent one is just round the corner (£9 for a day, so spent £18 on top of the cost of the hotel) The breakfasts were great, with a good selection of cooked food. The facilities were nice, the bath water runs very hot, and is very difficult to cool. I spent more time getting the water right than I did in the bath. On this topic, the toiletries provided weren’t the best, so used my own. The teas and coffees on offer in the room are standard fare, not quite what the price of the room would usually offer. Overall, I had a lovely time in this hotel and in Grasmere, I would absolutely stay here again. The staff were warm and friendly at all times and the hotel is very conveniently located if coming for a night or two.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryony

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

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

Best b and b in years !

Amazing b and b. Lovely owners/staff , couldn’t do enough for us. Very comfy room. Spectacular breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice, friendly hotel. We did book the stargazy room which had great views. Only one issue and not the fault of the hotel but the large building opposite was so well lit it was pointless looking at the sky in the evening. Aside from that could not be happier and would love to stay again. Highly recommended and thanks for a lovely stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent place to stay for access to walks in the lakes. Very dog friendly and super service. Characterful interior. Would thoroughly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

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

Lovely break

Lovely friendly staff. Great breakfast. Room very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kit

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Damian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff fantastic
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Great Breakfast and comfy bed, old property so rooms a a bit creaky
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Anders

Very cute location, friendly staff, short walk to dining inn
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

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

Friendly service, Centrally located….and brownies!

Friendly efficient service. Central location. Great breakfast. And complimentary homemade, delicious brownies after a hard day on the hills!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff at check in and check out, very comfy room
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Would return!

Such a great hotel in a lovely location. The breakfast was a highlight, and the service was excellent. We booked a twin room which was spotlessly clean and comfortable. Would stay again without hesitation.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Josh

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Brian

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

Lovely Grasmere place to stay

Grasmere is a wonderful place and this is a great place to stay when there.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

andrew

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Very enjoyable chose mainly for the EV charger although not clear as to the cost. Great breakfast and service
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Great stay and very friendly people who also love dogs 🐶 👍 Will definitely be back 👍
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Neil

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anthony

Travelled with family
The hotel had a lovely atmosphere with well chosen antique furniture. Staff were both helpful, polite and efficient. Happy to help with a last minute change of booking and also room change to allow us a quieter room on our last night. Breakfast was very good with a great range of cereals and fruit. The homemade fruit yoghurt was a nice surprise Locally sourced food was evident in the cooked breakfast. This is a great hotel handily located close to restaurants and shops.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Lovely stay at Victorian House. Great breakfast and good value considering it is in Grasmere Village. Staff were pleasant and efficient. Very friendly. Only criticism would be that the room (7) was bland &grey. Could have done with a few more pictures & some colour.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Saad

Travelled with family, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Nice place to get start of exploring Grasmere
Stayed 1 night in Nov 2024