Hillsdale B&B In Ambleside

Adults-only Lakeland townhouse with free off-road parking in central Ambleside

Location & Surroundings

Hillsdale B&B in Ambleside sits 100 km from Leeds Bradford International Airport, placing guests directly in the Lake District National Park. The property is a 5-minute walk to Bridge House, 1 km from Waterhead Pier, and an 18-minute walk to Windermere Lake Cruises. Nearby hiking routes on Scafell and Helvellyn, plus the eclectic eateries in Ambleside, are all accessible on foot or by bus from the stop across the road.

Accommodations & Rooms

Each of the individually styled en-suite rooms at Hillsdale B&B Ambleside features luxury toiletries and a tea-and-coffee maker. Rooms include unique decor inspired by local artist David Pooley, with binoculars provided in each room for viewing the surrounding fells. Guests also find wine glasses, a corkscrew, and hot water bottles as standard extras in every room.

Dining & Breakfast

Breakfast at Hillsdale in Ambleside is a full English cooked from scratch using locally sourced ingredients, including regional sausages and free-range eggs. The menu offers vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free choices, all pre-ordered the night before. Guests consistently rate the breakfast quality among the best in Ambleside, with fresh juice, pancakes, and fruits available daily.

Amenities & Services

Hillsdale B&B in Ambleside provides free off-road parking spaces in a secure car park a 1-minute walk away - a significant saving on local parking fees. The property also offers secure parking for motorcycles. Owners Steve and Caz provide personal recommendations for local restaurants and walks, and a 10% discount keychain for selected pubs is available to guests.

Safety & Cleanliness

The adults-only Hillsdale has CCTV in common areas and outside the property, plus fire extinguishers and smoke alarms on every floor. COVID-19 safety measures are in place to protect guest health, as noted in guest reviews. Cleanliness scores consistently reach 10/10 in guest feedback across multiple booking platforms.

• Location: Central Ambleside, 5-min walk to Bridge House, 18-min walk to Windermere Lake Cruises
• Parking: Free off-road parking spaces in secure car park
• Breakfast: Locally sourced full English with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options
• Rooms: Individually styled en-suite rooms with artwork by local artist David Pooley
• Hosts: Personal recommendations for restaurants and walks from owners Steve and Caz