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Waterhead Retreat

Property class: 4.5
4.5-star luxury guest house near Lake Windermere

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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 waterfront property with a stone patio, wooden bridge, and a row of windows.
A bathroom with a skylight, a toilet, a sink, and a towel rack.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

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

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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 WiFi

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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 WiFi

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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 WiFi

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 WiFi

About the area

Ambleside

Ambleside retreat .At this guesthouse, you'll be steps from Ambleside Climbing Wall and within a 10-minute walk of Lake Windermere. White Platts Recreation Ground and Borrans Park are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Ambleside Climbing Wall - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Borrans Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 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

Getting around

  • Windermere Station - 12 min drive

Restaurants

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

About this property

Waterhead Retreat

4.5-star luxury guest house near Lake Windermere
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 guesthouse.

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

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

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Property amenities

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking

Accessibility

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

Room amenities

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with digital channels

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

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 of 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.

Property 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, 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, debit cards, and cash. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher in each accommodation.

Frequently asked questions

Does Waterhead Retreat have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at Waterhead Retreat.

How much does it cost to stay at Waterhead Retreat?

As of Aug 19, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Waterhead Retreat on Aug 20, 2026 start from CA $164, 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.

Does Waterhead Retreat offer free breakfast?

Waterhead Retreat does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Waterhead Retreat?

No, there is no casino at this guesthouse.

What time is check-in at Waterhead Retreat?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: 11:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Waterhead Retreat?

Free parking is not available at this guesthouse.

Does Waterhead Retreat have a pool?

Waterhead Retreat does not have a pool.

Does Waterhead Retreat have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this guesthouse.

How close is Waterhead Retreat to downtown Ambleside?

Waterhead Retreat is 2.5 mi away from Lakes.

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
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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