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Old School House

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A room with a bed, a lamp, and a window with curtains. - Old School House (Ambleside)
A window with a view of a garden and trees. - Old School House (Ambleside)
A bedroom with a large bed, two bedside tables, a wooden wardrobe, and a heart-shaped decoration on the wall. - Old School House (Ambleside)
A white building with a gravel driveway, surrounded by well-maintained gardens and trees. - Old School House (Ambleside)
A cozy living room with leather sofas, a wooden coffee table, a fireplace, and a television. - Old School House (Ambleside)
Consider a stay at Old School House and take advantage of free English breakfast, a garden, and a fireplace in the lobby. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

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

Room options

View all photos for Classic Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

A grey sofa with a yellow decorative pillow and a white pillow with a deer design.

Classic Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking

  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

View all photos for Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

A bathroom with a glass-enclosed shower, a pedestal sink, a toilet, and a mirror on the wall.

Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View

  • Garden view
  • 25 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

Basic Double Room

  • 13 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed
  • Free WiFi

About the neighborhood

Ambleside is home to Old School House. Hawkshead Grammar School and John Ruskin Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Hill Top Farm and Wray Castle. Go Ape Grizedale and Raw War Paintball are also worth visiting. Visit our Ambleside travel guide
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Main St, Hawkshead, Ambleside, England, la22 0nt

What's nearby

  • A church with a tall, pointed tower and a large, arched window.
    Church of St Mary
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • A duckling in a nest surrounded by straw and branches.
    World of Beatrix Potter
    21 min drive - 6.9 miles
  • A white building with a garden in front.
    Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre
    22 min drive - 9.2 miles
  • Hawkshead Grammar School
    1 min walk - 0.0 miles
  • Grizedale Forest
    1 min walk - 0.1 miles

Getting around

  • Kirkby-in-Furness Station
    24 min drive
  • John Lennon Airport (LPL)
    137 min drive

Restaurants

  • Lake View Garden
    13 min drive
  • Joey's Cafe
    8 min drive
  • The Drunken Duck Inn & Restaurant
    6 min drive
  • Bluebird Cafe
    8 min drive
  • Driftwood
    13 min drive

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site

Food and drink

  • Free English breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM

Things to do

  • TV in common areas

Conveniences

  • Shared refrigerator

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden

More

  • Fireplace in lobby
  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

More

  • Heating

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Early check-in fee: GBP 10.00
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total pets

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Property payment types

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet deposit: GBP 15.0 per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Early check-in fee: GBP 10.00 (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 credit cards

Frequently asked questions

Is Old School House pet-friendly?

Yes, Old School House allows dogs (limit 1 total). There's a deposit of GBP 15.0 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Old School House?

Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of GBP 10.00 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours.

What time is check-out at Old School House?

Check-out is at 11 AM.

Where is Old School House located?

Situated in Ambleside, this bed & breakfast is steps from Hawkshead Grammar School, Grizedale Forest, and Church of St Mary. Hill Top Farm and Tarn Hows are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Old School House Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

10

Cleanliness

10

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 2 out of 3 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 3 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 3 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 3 reviews

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

Keith

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

Great place to base yourself for a walking holiday

Lovely location for walking and eating out in the village, great breakfasts, and hosts
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gerard

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

A place worth staying

An excellent stay, beautiful, clean & spacious room, bathroom spotless. Breakfast excellent
Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Victoria

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