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The Waterwheel Guesthouse

3 Bridge Street, Ambleside LA22 9DU, England
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The Waterwheel Guesthouse
Ranked #10 of 77 Ambleside B&B and Inns
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 June 2013 via mobile

We spent 3 days at the Waterwheel for our Honeymoon. We had a lovely warm welcome from Nigel and Julie. This is gorgeous spot to enjoy the best of what the lakes has to offer. Nigel gave us some great tips on the best current places to eat and drink. The accommodation is excellent and the breakfasts were some of... More

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Banbridge, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 May 2013

Our son and his wife bought us a 3 night voucher for the Waterwheel, Ambleside as a Christmas gift. After a long and tiring journey we were made so welcome by Julie and Nigel. We were is the Stockghyll room which was warm, comfortable and with many little quaint features which made the experience so pleasant. Great choice at breakfast... More

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Shipley, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 May 2013

A warm Yorkshire welcome from both Julie and her sister! The Stockghyll room was excellent with great little touches such as the decanted port. Idyllic view of the waterwheel through the bay window and an excellent shower/bath; lashings of hot water! Breakfasts were spot on and even the croissants were collected locally when ordered! Amazing service. You can't ask for... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

We had another fabulous stay at the Waterwheel this year (2nd time after discovering it last year), the same high standards were in place, hosts great, breakfast great, location great, room charming and immaculate - could not ask for more!

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 March 2013

We stayed here to 2 nights recently and is one of the best bed and breakfasts we have stayed in, Julie & Nigel were very welcoming and very helpful. Breakfast was excellent and the room we had was beautiful. Ambleside is a very beautiful town with fantastic walks. The b&b is in a brilliant location, smack bang in the town... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 5 March 2013 via mobile

We came here for a trip arranged and paid for by our daughters as a birthday treat for my husband and what a treat it was! The location is perfect so close to a number of good restaurants and pubs and just a short stroll to the car park. The hosts were lovely and the room charming. Plenty of tea... More

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Southport, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 February 2013 via mobile

My husband and I have stayed at the waterwheel twice now, and both visits have been absolutely fantastic. The hosts Nigel and Julie are lovely and made us feel really welcome. The rooms are immaculate and perfectly decorated and the breakfast is amazing! The extra details like the homemade chocolate cake and port in the room on arrival really make... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 February 2013

Beautiful guesthouse, in a great location, with friend hosts Nigel and Julie. We stayed here last year with some friends for a long weekend and had the most fabulous time. The rooms are beautifully decorated and the attention to detail is very well thought-out. The waterwheel is an old building with real charm but with all the mod cons. Breakfasts... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 9 February 2013

Just returned from a lovely two night stay at the Waterwheel Guesthouse in Ambleside. This unique guesthouse provides luxury in every way without a hefty price tag! Absolutely loved our bedroom and in particular the huge roll top bath which was perfect after a long day walking! Nigel & Julie were great hosts and put on a brilliant breakfast :)!... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 February 2013

We stayed here in February for a weekend's walking, and had a great time. Nigel and Julie were excellent hosts, and the room we stayed in was spotless, warm and comfortable. The bath especially was great - deep enough for non-swimmers to need their water wings, and the addition of a decanter of port in the room made for a... More

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Additional Information about The Waterwheel Guesthouse

Address: 3 Bridge Street, Ambleside LA22 9DU, England
Region: United Kingdom > England > Cumbria > Lake District > Ambleside
Amenities:
Free Breakfast Free High-Speed Internet Free Parking
Hotel Style:
Ranked #10 of 77 B&Bs / Inns in Ambleside
Price Range: $$
Official Description (provided by the hotel):
This Grade II Listed building sits on an ancient cobbled street overlooking Stockghyll stream. All the shops and restaurants of Ambleside are a short stroll. There are just 3 bedrooms, all doubles, each with a Victorian style iron bedstead. Each room has its own bathroom with a bath, under floor heating and heated towel rail. Victorian landscape prints, original slate floors and quality antique furniture all add to the historic and charming atmosphere. A parking permit for the nearby car park is provided.Please note, there is a 2 night minimum stay at weekends and 3 nights minimum on bank holidays. ... more   less 

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