Title: Old School House Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=28865599&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Old School House Find comfort near home with an inviting fireplace and beautiful garden views. Savor your morning moments over delicious English breakfast. ## Photo gallery for Old School House ![Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View | Free WiFi, bed sheets - Old School House (Ambleside)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28870000/28865600/28865599/7cd36ae5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Restaurant - Old School House (Ambleside)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28870000/28865600/28865599/b83bf64c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Flat-screen TV - Old School House (Ambleside)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28870000/28865600/28865599/97655993.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - Old School House (Ambleside)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28870000/28865600/28865599/9dab414c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Flat-screen TV - Old School House (Ambleside)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28870000/28865600/28865599/45db2743.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies Located in a charming setting, Old School House offers a warm welcome with English breakfast and cozy fireplace. Stay connected with in-room WiFi, unwind by the garden or catch up on your favorite show at the lobby TV. ## Reviews 9.4 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Housekeeping ## Check prices for these days [Tonight ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09&selected=28865599&PinnedHotelID=28865599&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-08&endDate=2026-02-09&selected=28865599&PinnedHotelID=28865599&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Tomorrow ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10&selected=28865599&PinnedHotelID=28865599&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-09&endDate=2026-02-10&selected=28865599&PinnedHotelID=28865599&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [This weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=28865599&PinnedHotelID=28865599&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-13&endDate=2026-02-15&selected=28865599&PinnedHotelID=28865599&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [Next weekend ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=28865599&PinnedHotelID=28865599&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2026-02-20&endDate=2026-02-22&selected=28865599&PinnedHotelID=28865599&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Room options All rooms 1 bed Showing 3 of 3 rooms ### View all photos for Classic Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking ![Classic Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Living area | Flat-screen TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28870000/28865600/28865599/8cbb3e23.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Classic Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Hairdryer Living room Daily housekeeping - 538 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### View all photos for Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View ![Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View | Bathroom | Free toiletries, hair dryer, towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28870000/28865600/28865599/9763eee6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1200&h=800&quality=medium) ### Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Hairdryer Daily housekeeping - Garden view - 269 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### Basic Double Room ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Private bathroom Hairdryer Wardrobe Daily housekeeping - 140 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Mod logo](https://a.travel-assets.com/pricing-claim/sparkle_dark.svg) Sign in to view eligible discounts and perks. More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.co.uk/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FAmbleside-Hotels-Old-School-House.h28865599.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.co.uk/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FAmbleside-Hotels-Old-School-House.h28865599.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Ambleside is home to Old School House. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Windermere and Scafell Pike. Go Ape Grizedale and Raw War Paintball are also worth visiting. [Visit our Ambleside travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ambleside.dx4270) [View more B&B in Ambleside](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ambleside-Bed-And-Breakfasts.d4270-aaBedAndBreakfasts.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%7C54.37392%2C-2.99813&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=7lDekyiR2BSAcpdAW3gtsu46zfs=) Main St, Hawkshead, Ambleside, England, la22 0nt ### What's nearby - ![Church of St Mary featuring a church or cathedral and night scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087995/4f9ae883-264d-4e8f-8ed4-66931c1f7c2d.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Church of St Mary 2 min walk \- 0.1 miles - ![World of Beatrix Potter showing bird life](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6087973/94e2d954-d771-492d-9fff-522e835f58d0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) World of Beatrix Potter 15 min drive \- 6.1 miles - Grizedale Forest 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - Hawkshead Grammar School 1 min walk \- 0.0 miles - Beatrix Potter Gallery 4 min walk \- 0.3 miles ### Getting around - Kirkby-in-Furness Station 24 min drive - Liverpool (LPL-John Lennon) 137 min drive ### Restaurants - Lake View Garden 13 min drive - Quayside Sports Bar 13 min drive - Driftwood 13 min drive - The Drunken Duck Inn & Restaurant 6 min drive - The Old Pump House Coffee Shop 13 min drive ## About this property ### Old School House Upscale bed & breakfast near Lake Windermere You can look forward to free English breakfast, a garden and a fireplace in reception at Old School House. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. You'll also find perks such as: - Free self-parking - Smoke-free property and a TV in reception Room features All guest rooms at Old School House include amenities, such as free WiFi. 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Heating ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 3 PM; check-in end time: 10 PM Early check-in subject to availability Early check-in fee: GBP 10.00 Late check-in subject to availability Minimum check-in age - 18 ### Check-out Check-out before 11 AM ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Pets Pets stay for free Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 1 total pets ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Payment types at the property ## Important information ### Optional extras - Pet deposit: GBP 15.0 per stay - Service animals are exempt from fees - Early check-in fee: GBP 10.00 (subject to availability) The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. 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 This property accepts credit cards 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 Old School House B&B Ambleside Old School House Ambleside Old School House Ambleside Old School House Bed & breakfast Old School House Bed & breakfast Ambleside ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Old School House pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Old School House? ### What time is check-in at Old School House? ### What time is check-out at Old School House? ### Where is Old School House located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Reviews ## Old School House Reviews 9.4 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Staff & service ### 9.4 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ## Reviews ### 8/10 Good #### Keith 26 Sept 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great place to base yourself for a walking holiday Lovely location for walking and eating out in the village, great breakfasts, and hosts ##### Keith Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gerard 23 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### A place worth staying An excellent stay, beautiful, clean & spacious room, bathroom spotless. Breakfast excellent ##### Gerard Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Victoria 23 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Victoria Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [The Derwent Manor Boutique Hotel ](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Consett-Hotels-The-Derwent-Manor-Boutique-Hotel.h9535.Hotel-Information) > > [Delta Hotels by Marriott Warwick](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Warwick-Hotels-M40-J15-Warwick-Hotel.h10444.Hotel-Information) > > [Luxury country house for up to 18 in the heart of Beatrix Potter's Lake District](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ambleside-Hotels-Luxury-Country-House-For-Up-To-18-In-The-Heart-Of-Beatrix-Potters-Lake-District.h36806544.Hotel-Information) > > [Urban Beach Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bournemouth-Hotels-Urban-Beach-Hotel.h2814369.Hotel-Information) > > [Priest End, Chapel Stile](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ambleside-Hotels-Priest-End.h93417902.Hotel-Information) > > [Ox Hotel Manchester](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-Milton-Manchester-Hotel.h18787802.Hotel-Information) > > [Cambridge Belfry Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cambridge-Hotels-Cambridge-Belfry.h1103020.Hotel-Information) > > [Splash Landings Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stoke-On-Trent-Hotels-Splash-Landings-Hotel.h1160988.Hotel-Information) > > [Pine Lake Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Carnforth-Hotels-Pine-Lake-Resort.h1928661.Hotel-Information) > > [Northlands Farm & Lakes](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Chichester-Hotels-Northlands-Farm-Lakes-Premium-Chalet-1.h37797465.Hotel-Information) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton Manchester Airport](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Manchester-Airport.h26104.Hotel-Information) > > [Delta Hotels by Marriott Colchester](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Colchester-Hotels-Delta-Hotels-By-Marriott-Colchester.h14251.Hotel-Information) > > [YHA Ambleside - Hostel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ambleside-Hotels-YHA-Ambleside-Hostel.h11298272.Hotel-Information) > > [Caverswall Castle](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stoke-On-Trent-Hotels-Caverswall-Castle.h23959535.Hotel-Information) > > [Luxury caravan at Butlins Skegness](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Skegness-Hotels-Luxury-Caravan-At-Butlins-Skegness.h36376338.Hotel-Information) > > [The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ambleside-Hotels-The-Waterhead-Inn.h11108964.Hotel-Information) > > [Lakeside Lodge with 6 berth hot tub and private fishing peg](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Lincoln-Hotels-Delightful-Lakeside-Lodge-With-Hot-Tub-Private-Fishing-Peg-With-Stunning-View.h27123912.Hotel-Information) > > [The Britannia Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ambleside-Hotels-The-Britannia-Inn.h4102858.Hotel-Information) > > [Saltmoore](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Whitby-Hotels-Raithwaite-Sandsend.h4276816.Hotel-Information) > > [Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ambleside-Hotels-Ambleside-Lake-House.h13221.Hotel-Information) > > [Windermere Rooms at The Wateredge Inn](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ambleside-Hotels-Regent-By-The-Lake-Hotel.h1461216.Hotel-Information) > > [De Vere Tortworth Court](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bristol-Hotels-De-Vere-Tortworth-Court.h570412.Hotel-Information) > > [Etrop Grange Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Manchester-Hotels-Etrop-Grange.h49116.Hotel-Information) > > [The Wordsworth Inn, Grasmere - The Inn Collection Group](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ambleside-Hotels-The-Wordsworth-Hotel.h1507780.Hotel-Information) > > [The Daffodil Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ambleside-Hotels-The-Daffodil-Hotel.h24108.Hotel-Information) > > [Cave Hotel & Golf Resort](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Faversham-Hotels-Cave-Hotel-Golf-Resort.h33410673.Hotel-Information) > > [Wychnor Park Country Club](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Burton-On-Trent-Hotels-Wychnor-Park-Country-Club.h1927715.Hotel-Information) > > [DoubleTree by Hilton Stoke on Trent](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Stoke-On-Trent-Hotels-DoubleTree-By-Hilton-Stoke-On-Trent.h6788.Hotel-Information) > > [Makeney Hall Hotel](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Belper-Hotels-Makeney-Hall-Hotel.h1206529.Hotel-Information) ---