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Victorian House

4.0 star property
Riverfront bed & breakfast in Ambleside with free breakfast

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Front of property
Terrace/patio
Lounge
Dog Friendly Family Room
Front of property

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$178
includes taxes & fees
29 Sept - 30 Sept

Explore the area

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Broadgate, Ambleside, England, LA22 9TA
  • Dove Cottage
    ‪11 min walk‬
  • Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water
  • Rydal Mount
    ‪5 min drive‬

Room options

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Comfort Twin Room

Comfort Twin Room

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
(4 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 2 Twin Beds OR 1 King Bed

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Comfort Double Room

Comfort Double Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(6 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Shepherd Hut

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
Private bathroom
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Cozy Room

Cozy Room

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(13 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Double Bed

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1 bedroom, premium bedding, individually decorated

Suite, 2 Bedrooms (Annex Building)

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(1 review)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Separate bedroom
  • 11 sq m
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Twin Sofa Bed

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Stargazer Room

Stargazer Room

8.8 out of 10
Excellent
(5 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
Separate bedroom
  • 11 sq m
  • Mountain view
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed

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Dog Friendly Double

Dog Friendly Double

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
  • 10 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed

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Dog Friendly Family Room

Dog Friendly Family Room

10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Free cots/infant beds
TV
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Premium bedding
  • 20 sq m
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 Queen Bed and 1 Large Twin Sofa Bed

About the area

Ambleside

Victorian House places you steps from The Herdy Shop and within a short 5-minute stroll of Grasmere Garden Village. Highlights at this B&B include free daily breakfast and free self-parking. .This pet-friendly bed & breakfast offers free WiFi in public areas, concierge services and a terrace. Added amenities include a garden. Free full breakfast is available daily between 8:00 AM and 10 AM. There's also the convenience of limited parking. .Attractions within a 15-minute drive of this 4-property class Ambleside B&B include Lake Windermere and Coniston Water.
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What's nearby

  • Grasmere Garden Village - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Dove Cottage - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Wordsworth Museum - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Rydal Mount - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
  • Ambleside Pier - 9 min drive - 10.6 km

Getting around

  • Burneside Station - 23 min drive
  • Liverpool (LPL-John Lennon) - 131 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wainwrights' Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪The Apple Pie - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪The Badger Bar - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Britannia Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ambleside Tap Yard - ‬7 min drive

About this property

Victorian House

Riverfront bed & breakfast in Ambleside with free breakfast
Free breakfast is available daily. Public spaces have free WiFi. Victorian House also features a terrace, a garden, and concierge services. Limited free parking is available on a first-come, first-served basis. A complete renovation of Victorian House was completed in February 2020.

This 4-star Ambleside bed & breakfast is smoke free.

  • 18 guestrooms or units
  • 2 levels
  • 2 buildings
  • Built in 1872
  • Full breakfast (free)
  • Charging station for electric cars
  • Front desk (limited hours)
  • Concierge
  • Terrace
  • Garden
  • No smoking on site
Victorian House offers 18 accommodations with coffee/tea makers and a hairdryer. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Beds feature premium bedding. This Ambleside bed & breakfast provides complimentary wireless Internet access. Housekeeping is offered on a daily basis and hypo-allergenic bedding can be requested.

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  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
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includes taxes & fees
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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Free uncovered self parking on site
  • Limited on-site parking (max 5 spaces per unit)

Food and drink

  • Free full breakfast available daily 8:00 AM to 10 AM

Conveniences

  • Limited-hour front desk

Guest services

  • Concierge services
  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Garden
  • In a national park
  • In the mountains
  • On a river
  • Terrace

Accessibility

  • 3 steps to reach entrance
  • No lift

More

  • 2 buildings
  • 2 floors
  • Built in 1872
  • Renovated entire property - February 2020
  • Smoke-free property

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Hypo-allergenic bedding
  • Premium bedding

Bathroom

  • Free toiletries
  • Hair dryer
  • Private bathroom
  • Shampoo
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle

More

  • Heating
  • Individual decor
  • Individual furnishings

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 8:00 PM
Early check-in subject to availability
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM
Late check-out subject to availability

Special check-in instructions

The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Guests will receive an email within 48 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staffed during limited hours
If you are planning to arrive after 8:00 PM please contact the property in advance using the information on the booking confirmation

Access methods

Front desk (limited hours)

Pets

  • Pets: GBP 25 per accommodation, per stay
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 2 pets
  • Certain rooms only
  • You can request a pet-friendly room by reaching out to the property at the number on the booking confirmation
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.
  • Rollaway/extra beds are not available.

Payment types

Important information

Fees

Guests will be asked to pay the following charges at the property:

  • Deposit: GBP 100.00 per stay

We've listed all charges provided to us by the property.

Optional extras

The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.

  • Pet fee: GBP 25 per accommodation, per stay
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.

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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children. If you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room. This property accepts Visa, Mastercard and debit cards. Cash is not accepted. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher and a smoke detector in all accommodation.

We should mention

  • Pets are welcome in specific rooms only, which can be requested by contacting the property directly at the number on your booking confirmation (please see the Fees section for related charges).

Property is also known as

Oak Bank Hotel Ambleside
Oak Bank Ambleside
Oak Bank Hotel
Victorian House Hotel
Victorian House Ambleside
Victorian House Bed & breakfast
Victorian House Bed & breakfast Ambleside

Frequently asked questions

What is the cancellation policy at Victorian House?

Victorian House offers free cancellation on select room rates. Check out the cancellation policy for more info.

How much does it cost to stay at Victorian House?

As of 18 Sept 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Victorian House on 29 Sept 2025 start from NZ$177.86, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Is parking available at Victorian House?

Yep, Victorian House has a free self car park. Onsite parking is limited (max 5 spaces per unit).

Does Victorian House serve breakfast?

Yep, complimentary full brekkie is served daily between 8:00 AM and 10 AM.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Victorian House?

No, Victorian House does not offer an airport shuttle service.

What time are check-in & check-out at Victorian House?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM. Check-out time is 11:00 AM.