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Victorian House

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

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Classic architecture meets lush surroundings in this historic building.
Relax in this inviting space with a plush sofa, side table, and a vase with fresh flowers.
Enjoy meals in this traditional dining area with a table and chairs, surrounded by a beautiful garden view.
Relax in a spacious room with a large bed and a bedside table, featuring a convenient door to the adjacent room or hallway.
Traditional stone house with a charming conservatory and lush garden, offering a peaceful outdoor space.

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Housekeeping
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
The current price is NZ$257
includes taxes & fees
1 Sept - 2 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

9.4 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
  • 2 Single 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 | View from room

Shepherd Hut

Highlights

Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
Hypo-allergenic bedding
Renovated in 2020
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
Hairdryer
  • 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
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 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
Premium bedding
  • 11 sq m
  • Sleeps 4
  • 2 Queen Beds and 1 Single 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
Separate bedroom
Premium bedding
  • 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 Single 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. .Within a 20-minute drive of this 4-property class Ambleside B&B, attractions include Lake Windermere and Ullswater.
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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

  • ‪The Britannia Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wainwrights Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ambleside Tap Yard - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Sticklebarn Tavern - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Cornish Bakery - ‬6 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.

Languages

English

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  • Parking included
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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 2 Aug 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Victorian House on 1 Sept 2025 start from NZ$257.29, 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.

Victorian House Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 167 out of 218 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 40 out of 218 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 6 out of 218 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 218 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 4 out of 218 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Staff & service

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

9.2/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

Niall

Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Charlotte

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dale

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

iain

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

A Gem In Grasmere

Outstanding accommodation. We had a cosy room at the front of the hotel and we were very happy with every aspect of our stay Breakfast was excellent. Lots of choice and cooked breakfast was tasty and very well presented. I highly recommend The Victorian.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

David

Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Damian

Business traveller
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Easy Parking, and a personal service
Stayed 1 night in Apr 2025

6/10 Okay

SUZANNE, Langwith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

8/10 Good

SUZANNE, Langwith

Travelled with family
Disliked: Amenities
A glorified guest house! I didn’t quite know what to make of it, in all honesty …. It’s not a hotel in the usual sense of the word. It literally has a room with a desk, which I guess you could call a reception. A small room with a couple of settees, that you walk through to get to a conservatory where breakfast is served. That’s it! There’s no bar and no communal areas to sit and relax. There’s no housekeeping service (unless you ask), which I thought was strange, but after a while I kind of liked the fact that staff aren’t in and out of your room. There’s absolutely no atmosphere, we had the smallest TV on the wall (they need upgrading), the room was tired, warn in parts and very dark. Only 7 parking spaces, at the front! However, the staff were hard working and pleasant, the breakfast was wonderful (compliments to the chef), the shower was powerful with loads of hot water, our room was quiet, it was in a good position for the centre of Grasmere, it was the cheapest hotel in Grasmere and it was clean. Would I stay again? I think I would, yes.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Richard

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Grasmere B&B 2025

What a great find, the staff were really helpful and made us feel welcome from the moment we walked through the door. The place clean and the food (breakfast choice and quality) was great. The location is excellent for hiking and exploring the local village. Now planning a return
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Adam

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Had a wonderful couple of nights in the Stargazing room. The car park is small, but a decent one is just round the corner (£9 for a day, so spent £18 on top of the cost of the hotel) The breakfasts were great, with a good selection of cooked food. The facilities were nice, the bath water runs very hot, and is very difficult to cool. I spent more time getting the water right than I did in the bath. On this topic, the toiletries provided weren’t the best, so used my own. The teas and coffees on offer in the room are standard fare, not quite what the price of the room would usually offer. Overall, I had a lovely time in this hotel and in Grasmere, I would absolutely stay here again. The staff were warm and friendly at all times and the hotel is very conveniently located if coming for a night or two.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Bryony

Stayed 1 night in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Nicola

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ian

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Best b and b in years !

Amazing b and b. Lovely owners/staff , couldn’t do enough for us. Very comfy room. Spectacular breakfast
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gregory

Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Really nice, friendly hotel. We did book the stargazy room which had great views. Only one issue and not the fault of the hotel but the large building opposite was so well lit it was pointless looking at the sky in the evening. Aside from that could not be happier and would love to stay again. Highly recommended and thanks for a lovely stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lindsey

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Excellent place to stay for access to walks in the lakes. Very dog friendly and super service. Characterful interior. Would thoroughly recommend.
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Anne

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely break

Lovely friendly staff. Great breakfast. Room very comfortable
Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kit

Stayed 1 night in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Damian

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Staff fantastic
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

jason

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Mark

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Property conditions & facilities
Disliked: Amenities
Great Breakfast and comfy bed, old property so rooms a a bit creaky
Stayed 1 night in Jan 2025

8/10 Good

Anders

Very cute location, friendly staff, short walk to dining inn
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Fiona

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Friendly service, Centrally located….and brownies!

Friendly efficient service. Central location. Great breakfast. And complimentary homemade, delicious brownies after a hard day on the hills!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

James

Travelled with pets, Travelled with partner
Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely staff at check in and check out, very comfy room
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Would return!

Such a great hotel in a lovely location. The breakfast was a highlight, and the service was excellent. We booked a twin room which was spotlessly clean and comfortable. Would stay again without hesitation.
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Valerie

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 1 night in Dec 2024