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Holmeshead Farm

Skelwith Fold, Ambleside LA22 0HU, England
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Holmeshead Farm
Ranked #36 of 77 Ambleside B&B and Inns
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London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 January 2013

I'll keep this short... Clean, neat and very traditional little farmhouse. Stunning scenery, delicious breakfast and friendly owners. Would recommend and come again for sure. One tip if you're planning on staying at Holmeshead - take a sat nav, especially if you're driving in the dark. It's amazing how similar windy country roads look in the pitch black!

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Gainesville, Georgia
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 December 2012

We had a fabulous stay at Holmeshead Farm. Arriving late on a dark afternoon, we were greeted by Judy with a warm cup of tea and some yummies. We settled in and Judy directed us to a lovely restaurant for dinner. We stayed two nights and felt very at home here. If/when we return to the Lake District, I would... More

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Leeds, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 15 October 2012

We stayed at the farm on the saturday evening and got there late saturday afternoon. Its a bit out of the way but very cosy, friendly and more importantly clean. Most of the B & B's that we found say that they are dog friendly but dont let you keep your dog in your room but this one does and... More

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Leeds, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 October 2012

Judith who runs this B&B is friendly and welcoming. Even more importantly than that though she cooks a fantastic breakfast!!!! The rooms are smart and clean, the showers hot and powerful, the lounge area has a lovely wood fire, and the farm itself is active and located in gorgeous surroundings. Just a mile from the best restaurant in the region,... More

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Yorkshire
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 August 2012

Absoloutely fantastic b & b. Our two jack russell doggies, my husband and myself couldn`t have found a nicer place to stay in the lakes. Judith and Ed made us more than welcome and the accommodation was second to none. Difficult to find maybe, but certainly difficult to forget ! We will certainly be visiting again. The place itself was... More

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Sheffield, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 16 July 2012 via mobile

I can confirm all that the previous reviews have said. We had a lovely 3 day stay , the food rooms and hosts were lovely and we would love to return and would happily recommend staying at the farm house to our friends and family

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 20 March 2012 via mobile

A really enjoyable stay in a lovely homely farmhouse B&B. Spotlessly clean family room. Lovely and warm with fresh towels & linen and a good tea tray! Eve & Huw loved the bunk beds. Breakfast superb including sausages made by the farmer himself. All in all a wonderful Lakeland farmhouse B&B and highly recommended to all.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 March 2012

This was a return visit for me to Holmeshead Farm. I have only stayed once before, but was greeted like an old friend by Judith and made to feel very welcome during my all too short two night stay. As others have mentioned, the farm is quite tucked away, but that is one of the joys of staying there. A... More

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Sheffield, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 November 2011

Lovely farmhouse B&B on a working farm. Warm welcome, clean and very comfortable bedrooms, cosy guests' lounge and a substantial breakfast. Dogs welcome. There are a couple of pubs serving food in the area (the Outgate Inn is particularly recommended) - but they are a drive away, and the farm itself is down a quiet track. It's certainly not for... More

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Abingdon, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 August 2011

My boyfriend and I were looking for a nice little escape and found this B&B to be perfect for us. The grounds were quite nice (see photos) and we absolutely loved the breakfast! Only warning I would give is that it's a bit of a drive to get anywhere so if you're not looking to be out in the middle... More

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Address: Skelwith Fold, Ambleside LA22 0HU, England
Region: United Kingdom > England > Cumbria > Lake District > Ambleside
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Pets Allowed
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Ranked #36 of 77 B&Bs / Inns in Ambleside
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