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Waterhead Retreat

Property class: 4.5

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A stone building with a patio area featuring wooden furniture and a stone wall. - Waterhead Retreat (Ambleside)
A covered outdoor area with a glass roof, a number '12' sign, and a hanging flower basket. - Waterhead Retreat (Ambleside)
A hotel room with a bed, a desk, a sofa, and a sliding glass door to the outside. - Waterhead Retreat (Ambleside)
A bathroom with a skylight, a toilet, a sink, and a towel rack. - Waterhead Retreat (Ambleside)
A waterfront property with a stone patio, wooden bridge, and a row of windows. - Waterhead Retreat (Ambleside)
Waterhead Retreat provides a terrace and more. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

8.0 out of 10
Very good

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi

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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 neighborhood

Ambleside is home to Waterhead Retreat. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Windermere and Ullswater. Rydal Hall Labyrinth and Treetop Trek are also worth visiting. Visit our Ambleside travel guide
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The Fisherbeck, Lake Rd, Ambleside, England, LA22 0DH

What's nearby

  • A coastal town with a marina, green fields, and a river.
    Lake Windermere
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • A lakeside dock with wooden boats and a large ferry.
    Ambleside Pier
    10 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Ambleside Climbing Wall
    2 min walk - 0.1 miles
  • Rothay Park
    9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Armitt Museum and Library
    12 min walk - 0.7 miles

Getting around

  • Windermere Station
    12 min drive

Restaurants

  • Lakes Brew Co Tap
    9 min walk
  • The Ambleside Inn
  • The Pier Cafe Bar
    10 min walk
  • The Wateredge Inn
    9 min walk
  • The Flying Fleece
    9 min walk

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Property amenities

Internet

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

Parking and transportation

  • Limited onsite parking

Family friendly

  • Soundproofed rooms

Conveniences

  • Shared microwave
  • Shared refrigerator
  • Virtual front desk
  • Water dispenser

Outdoors

  • Outdoor furniture
  • Terrace

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

More

  • Designated smoking areas

Room amenities

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

Entertainment

  • 32-inch smart TV with digital channels

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

There is no front desk at this property
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 stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only

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

We should mention

This property does not have elevators

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterhead Retreat pet-friendly?

Yes, dogs are allowed at this property.

How much is parking?

Limited spots are available.

What time is check-in at Waterhead Retreat?

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

What time is check-out at Waterhead Retreat?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waterhead Retreat located?

Situated in Ambleside, this luxury guesthouse is within a 10-minute walk of Ambleside Climbing Wall and Lake Windermere. White Platts Recreation Ground and Borrans Park are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Waterhead Retreat Reviews

8.0

Very Good

8.0

Cleanliness

8.0

Amenities

10

Staff & service

8.0

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

Reviews

Verified review

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Exactly what we needed for a couple days away. The downsides being the provided toilet paper was useless and heated towel rail didn’t seem to work. On the positive side, bed was super comfy, shower was nice and hot, great after a hike. Complimentary breakfast was very simple but also a surprise to us, better than nothing. The room as a whole was a decent size, clean and just what we were looking for
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2026
Verified review

8/10 Good

Priyank

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities
well located and helpful staff, family friendly
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2026