Elder Grove

–Excellent location - show map
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Scored 9.4
Rated superb

Staff

9.9

About this property

Located in the English Lake District, Elder Grove bed & breakfast offers award-winning breakfasts, and a quiet bar with free tea and coffee and free Wi-Fi. Ambleside town centre is a 5-minute walk away. The property is surrounded by lakes and mountains. The accommodation is over 4 floors and the rooms are individually decorated and feature an en suite bathroom, digital TV, hot drinks tray & locally sourced toiletries. The hosts have good local knowledge of the area and have walking and holiday information folders for guests' use. A choice of Cumbrian breakfasts made with local produce is served from 08:15 until 09:15 in the unique dining room which features a local slate wall. Award-winning homemade marmalade, jams, and homemade bread compliment the traditional breakfast. A continental breakfast is served from 09.30 to noon on request. Elder Grove guest house offers limited free private parking. The lower ground floor lounge has a selection of soft drinks, wine and local beers and the ground floor lounge features a fire place, TV and DVD player. The property is 16.7 miles away from Keswick, 4.7 miles from Windermere and 7.7 miles from Coniston.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

Property highlights

  • Situated in the best rated area in Ambleside, this property has an excellent location score of 9.8

  • Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast info

Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan

  • Free parking available on-site

Availability

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1 double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 extra-large double bed
1 single bed
1 extra-large double bed
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2 single beds
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Guests who stayed here loved

Quigley
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Breakfast excellent. Location central. Staff very friendly and helpful. Car park.”
Gillian
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Location fantastic. It was very comfortable and great value. Breakfast was excellent too”
Kelvin
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“It was a fantastic place to stay. Very clean and comfortable. Breakfast was exceptional. They made us very welcome. Great location. We will definitely stay again.”
Shannon
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The staff were extremely friendly and accommodating. There is a small sitting room with books and maps that you can borrow to help you discover different walking trails around the area. Breakfast was lovely with a great selection of cold and hot...”
Wendy
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Beautiful, comfortable, brilliant location and super friendly owners.”
Katrina
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great that no dogs were allowed in the property. Spotlessly clean. Excellent breakfast”
Lisa
Australia Australia
“Andrea and Giles were very welcoming, and friendly, they were very accomodating. Their attention to detail with the room, sharing of local knowledge and breakfast was exceptional.”
Douglas
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Spotless, tidy, wonderful breakfast, charming owners, good location.”
Mark
Australia Australia
“Everything was great. Room was clean and spacious. Breakfast was fantastic and hot”
Chris
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Friendly and accommodating hosts, very comfortable bed and welcome bath/shower (after very wet day on fells). Breakfast very good. Clean and smart, the place had a bit of a boutique hotel vibe”

Host Information

Company review score: 9.9Based on 428 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company information

Hi, we’re Andrea and Giles and we can’t wait to welcome you to Elder Grove! If you need anything during your stay, don’t hesitate to contact us!

Property information

The building is Victorian and built in the late 1800s. We are proud that it still contains many original features. All our ten bedrooms are en-suite, ranging from singles to junior suites. Crisp bed linen, a full size bath and fluffy towels mean you can rest easy after your day of hiking, cycling or sightseeing. To make the most of our stunning views, our bedrooms are on the first and second floors. The historic character of our four storey B&B is complemented by contemporary decor and modern facilities. We have unlimited WiFi and guest lounges for your enjoyment. Plus a hearty breakfast to set you up for the day. We are just a couple of minutes walk from the centre of Ambleside and it's pubs, restaurants and attractions. Leave your car behind in our private on site parking area and make the most of the many walks from our doorstep.

Neighbourhood information

Set in the heart of the Lake District, Elder Grove has easy access to the town of Ambleside, with the centre being only 5 minutes walk. Ambleside is ideal for access to other parts of the Lake District such as Keswick, Windermere and Coniston.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

Facilities of Elder Grove

Great facilities! Review score, 9.5

Most popular facilities

  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
  • Bar

House rules

Elder Grove takes special requests - add in the next step!
Check-in
From 15:00 to 17:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 10:30
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children are not allowed.

Cot and extra bed policies

Cots and extra beds are not available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

Please note, cooked Cumbrian breakfasts are served from 08:15 until 09:15 in the dining room.

All rooms are non smoking in line with current UK legislation.

There is no lift at the property and due to the style of the building it may not be suitable for guests with reduced mobility.

Please inform Elder Grove in advance of your expected arrival time. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly with the contact details provided in your confirmation.

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.