Ivy Bank Guest House - Room Only

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Scored 9.2
Rated wonderful

Excellent location!

9.7

Located in the heart of Windermere village, Ivy Bank Guest House - Room Only is just a 20 minutes’ walk from Lake Windermere. It offers elegant rooms with free WiFi and free parking. The pretty bedrooms are en suite and feature flat-screen TVs. They also have hairdryers, tea/coffee making facilities and many rooms have original features and scenic garden views. Ivy Bank Guest House - Room Only Guest House has a flower garden a guest lounge and the dining room has an open fireplace. With a picturesque location in the heart of Windermere, Ivy Bank Guest House - Room Only is surrounded by popular walking and cycling routes. Bowness-on-Windermere is just a mile away, and Ambleside can be reached in 10 minutes’ drive. Windermere Train Station is just 10 minutes away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.7 for a two-person trip.

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Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms

Property highlights

  • Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.7)

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

  • Free Private Parking Available On Site

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Pierre
France France
“Wonderful stay. The room was great and very comfortable. Garreth is a very kind and caring person. He was very attentive to every detail and gave us so many tips on things to do in the area. On top of sharing great conversations about everything!...”
Michael
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“For someone travelling by train, the location is a short 12 minute walk downhill. A serious relief when pulling/lugging a suitcase and additional baggage. The property was clean, quiet, and beautifully arranged. If the attic rooms are available,...”
Yue
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“My girlfriend and I had an incredibly enjoyable three-day stay in the Lake District. We travel a lot, and this has been by far the most satisfying accommodation experience we’ve ever had. Garreth, our host, was exceptionally warm and welcoming....”
Wyremska
Poland Poland
“I literally had the most amazing long weekend at Ivy Bank Guest house. Beautiful and quiet location, easy access to village and short walk to catch buses. Gareth is helpful, welcoming and nothingbis too much for him. My room had big ,comfy bed and...”
David
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Excellent host and location. Room clean and comfortable”
Alice
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Host was extremely friendly and helpful and recommended walks to go on and places to eat, felt very comfortable and at home here. The room was spotless and bed was very comfy. Great location 5 min walk from windermere centre, 10min walk to...”
Krenn
Austria Austria
“Friendly and helpful host; large, comfortable room; good location in Windermere near Bowness”
Brian
Australia Australia
“Good location: a Victorian era house in a lovely region. It is not deluxe but is thoughtfully run and great value. My room was in the attic and I had the best sleep ever in a comfortable bed with a lovely late spring breeze coming from the...”
Lynette
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Close to amenities. Comfortable Friendly welcome. Very peaceful”
Mélina
France France
“Garreth is an amazing host, caring and always nice to talk to. The place is well located in the centre just next to a bus stop and not far from the train station! Best place to enjoy every bite of Lake District. The room was very comfy and cosy...”

Host Info

Company review score: 9.7Based on 82 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

I have owned Ivy Bank since May 2014. I love meeting people from all over the world. In my spare time I love to walk the fells, swim the lakes and photographing this beautiful place.

Property info

Ivy Bank was built in 1896 and is a traditional Lake District slate property. It would have been built as a family home but for many years it has been run as a guest house

Neighborhood info

Windermere is a lovely village with Many restaurants, bars and cafes all on the doorstep of Ivy Bank. I am located for easy access to other villages such as Ambleside and Grasmere. I am also just 10mins walk from the train station

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of Ivy Bank Guest House - Room Only

Great facilities! Review score, 9.3

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
  • Non-smoking rooms

House rules

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Check-in
From 4:00 PM to 9:30 PM
Check-out
From 6:00 AM to 10:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children not allowed.

Crib and extra bed policies

Cribs and extra beds aren't available at this property.

Age restriction
The minimum age for check-in is 18
Pets
Pets are not allowed.
Accepted payment methods
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Once booked, guests must contact the property to confirm an approximate arrival time. With prior arrangement, the check-in times are flexible.

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