The Ship Inn

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Scored 9.2
Rated wonderful

Staff

9.8

About this property

Beachfront Location: The Ship Inn in Bardsea offers direct beachfront access, a sun terrace, and a lush garden. Guests can relax by the shore or enjoy the outdoor seating area. Comfortable Accommodations: Rooms feature private bathrooms with walk-in showers, garden views, and modern amenities such as TVs and work desks. Family rooms and full-day security ensure a comfortable stay. Dining Experience: The modern restaurant serves British cuisine with vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free options. Breakfast includes continental, vegetarian, and vegan selections with warm dishes, juice, and fruits. Local Attractions: The World of Beatrix Potter is 19 mi away, and Leeds Bradford International Airport is 83 mi from the property. Highly rated for its attentive staff and excellent breakfast.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.3 for a two-person trip.

Distance in property description is calculated using © OpenStreetMap

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Beachfront
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.4)

Breakfast Info

Continental, Vegetarian, Vegan, Breakfast to go

  • Free Parking Available On Site

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Andrew
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Comfortable and quiet room. Great breakfast. Evening food very good indeed. Friendly and welcoming staff.”
Michael
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Great breakfasts. Nice dinner. Very good beer garden. Close to beach 5min walk.”
Mark
United States United States
“When we arrived, they had our reservations as a single. They were still able to accommodate us by adding towels. They eventually moved us to a room at the end of the building. The staff was very friendly. The Full English breakfasts are fantastic.”
Frank
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Choice at breakfast was extremely good. However a fish alternative ie. Kippers would have been appreciated. A side-plate would be nice too.”
Geoffrey
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Well worth paying the extra for a BIG breakfast, didn’t have to eat again until the evening. Staff really helpful and friendly. Katie (owner) dealt with a unpleasant guest in a very professional manner.”
Shane
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Clean. Friendly, nothing too much trouble, great value, highly recommended”
Liz
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Lovely appointed room in quiet village. Good food in pub.”
Sullivan
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“The staff were extremely friendly and helpful a credit to the company/manager, breakfast was great with a lot of choice 😋 i would also recommend their evening meals, a good selection especially for fussy eaters like us, nothing was too much...”
Martin
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Felt like home from home! The warmest of welcomes, lovely home cooked meals, the bar is well stocked both very reasonably priced and the parking was safe and secure. Set in a quite vulgar location , 5 mins walk to the beach yet 20 mins drive to...”
Julia
United Kingdom United Kingdom
“Lovely location in quiet village, large room nicely decorated, comfy bed, lovely breakfast. Staff very helpful and friendly”

Managed by Katie Clayton

Company review score: 9.8Based on 284 reviews from 1 property
1 managed property

Company info

Our team looks forward to meeting new faces from all over and we look forward to sharing local knowledge of Good Walks, Pubs, Restaurants and Roy's ice-cream's best flavours.

Property info

The Ship Inn, Bardesa B&B, Restaurant and Bar is a small family run business in a small village and a 5 minute walk to the beach, we are situated in the middle of the village with a view of the church but unfortunately no Seaview. Our friendly locals interact with everyone who visits making them feel welcome. We offer light lunches and home cooked meals Tuesday to Sunday. Monday evenings the Restaurant is closed but the bar remains open all week. Anything we can do to make your stay more comfortable or enjoyable just ask we will be willing to help achieve this for you.

Neighborhood info

We are a 5 minute walk from the beach with Roy's ice-cream for you to enjoy. We are also a 5 minute walk from the beautiful Ulverston Golf Course. A 30 minute walk or 10 minute drive will get you into Ulverston centre which is lined with Bars, Pubs, Restaurants, Cafes and Shops for you to enjoy wondering about. Dalton also has it own Zoo 15 minute drive away and the national park and the Lake district is a 30 minute drive.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Restaurants

1 Restaurant On Site
Restaurant #1
  • Cuisine
    British
  • Open for
    Breakfast • Lunch • Dinner
  • Ambience
    Modern
  • Dietary options
    Vegetarian • Vegan • Gluten-free • Dairy-free

Amenities of The Ship Inn

Great facilities! Review score, 9.2

Most popular amenities

  • Free parking
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Free Wifi
  • Beachfront
  • Family rooms
  • Restaurant
  • Bar

House rules

The Ship Inn takes special requests – add in the next step!
Check-in
From 3:00 PM to 8:00 PM
You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.
Check-out
From 9:00 AM to 11:00 AM
Cancellation/ prepayment
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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 10 are welcome.

Children 16 and above will be charged as adults at this property.

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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.
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Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.

The fine print

Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform The Ship Inn of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Food and beverage services at this property may be limited or unavailable due to the coronavirus (COVID-19).

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

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