Title: Highfield House - Central Ambleside Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Highfield House - Central Ambleside Holiday home with kitchen, near Lake Windermere ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117020000/117011700/117011632/077fc688.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![5 bedrooms, desk, iron/ironing board, travel cot](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117020000/117011700/117011632/b96252db.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, video games](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117020000/117011700/117011632/eff4d08d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117020000/117011700/117011632/e0a3ceb6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV, fireplace, video games](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117020000/117011700/117011632/738630b7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Highfield House - Central Ambleside provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 5 bedrooms5 bathrooms ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Pet-friendly - Fireplace - Outdoor space £863 includes taxes & fees 1 Nov - 2 Nov ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Highfield House - Central Ambleside Part of the Brathay Cottages collection, Highfield House is a stylish and eclectically decorated semi-detatched Victorian, Lakeland town house with parking for 5 cars. Perfectly situated within the village of Ambleside, Highfield House is within a short stroll from all the amenities of the village. Enjoy lovely views over Loughrigg from many of the rooms in this beautiful property, or enjoy relaxing on the comfy sofas in the spacious living room with its bay window and original fireplace with gas coal-effect fire. Original features are blended with modern fittings throughout, with a large living room, open plan kitchen/dining room, separate games/movie room, there is room for all your party. Ample parking for at least four cars is available and the sunny, well stocked garden is ideal for taking in more of the beautiful Lakeland views. With 5 spacious bedrooms, the property provides accommodation suitable for up to 9 people. There is a choice of three roomy ensuite bedrooms, an airy twin room with basin and a cosy single room, overlooking the garden. In addition, there is large family bathroom with a freestanding roll-top bath and separate shower, along with a ground floor shower room. With plenty of spacious accommodation and a country garden with far-reaching fell views, this 5 bedroom, 5 bathroom Victorian lake district property, really is the perfect venue for large families or groups of friends. Centrally located, with a wealth of activities on the doorstep, Highfield House is the perfect base for exploring the Lake District, with Lake Windermere being just 600 yards away. With five bedrooms, four with ensuite and a separate family bathroom, this spacious property is an ideal venue for family gatherings and close friends to share. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 5 bathrooms - Hair dryer ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - TV - Video games ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Work spaces - Desk ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117020000/117011700/117011642/7ed74bec.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Treacle Cottage - Central Ambleside Ambleside - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly £1,260 includes taxes & fees 1 Nov - 2 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-01&endDate=2025-11-02&selected=117011642&PinnedHotelID=117011642&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/118000000/117020000/117011700/117011636/7f424dd6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Firs - Centre of Bowness, parking for 5+ cars Bowness-on-Windermere - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly £996 includes taxes & fees 4 Nov - 5 Nov [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=117011636&PinnedHotelID=117011636&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/96000000/95210000/95201600/95201556/487a3a41.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Little Parrock, Grasmere sleeps 10 with mountain views Grasmere - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.0 Wonderful 10 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-19&endDate=2025-10-20&selected=95201556&PinnedHotelID=95201556&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100490000/100480600/100480578/9b228334.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Rockwood- Grasmere, family cottage with Hot tub! 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The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 Parties and events are allowed on site Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 320745 ## About the area Ambleside is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Windermere and Coniston Water. Treetop Trek and Grasmere Showground are also worth visiting. [Visit our Ambleside travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ambleside.dx4270) [View more Holiday homes in Ambleside](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ambleside-Private-Holiday-Homes.d4270-aaPrivateHolidayHomes.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C54.42939%2C-2.96262&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=JYnzb3QnpTkhQnA3BB9ZtcSkdrU=) Ambleside ### What's nearby - Lake Windermere - 13 min walk - 0.7 miles - Ambleside Pier - 15 min walk - 0.8 miles - Rydal Mount - 5 min drive - 2.1 miles - Dove Cottage - 7 min drive - 4.2 miles - Wray Castle - 8 min drive - 4.3 miles ### Getting around - Windermere Station - 10 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪The White Lion - ‬3 min walk - ‪The Royal Oak - ‬2 min walk - ‪Freshers’ Cafe - ‬5 min walk - ‪Esquires Coffee - ‬4 min walk - ‪Zeffirellis - ‬5 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Highfield House - Central Ambleside pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### How much does it cost to stay at Highfield House - Central Ambleside? > As of 5 Oct 2025, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Highfield House - Central Ambleside on 1 Nov 2025 start from £862.5, excluding 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](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ambleside-Hotels-Highfield-House-Central-Ambleside.h117011632.Hotel-Information?rfrr=HOT.HIS.question.link.click) for more accurate prices. ### What time is check-in at Highfield House - Central Ambleside? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Highfield House - Central Ambleside? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Highfield House - Central Ambleside located? > Situated in Ambleside, this holiday home is within a 15-minute walk of Ambleside Climbing Wall and Lake Windermere. White Platts Recreation Ground and Rothay Park are also within 10 minutes. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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