High Grassings Country House
Sunny Brow, Outgate, Ambleside, Cumbria
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Why people book this hotel
“Dave and Carrie were the friendliest of hosts and made us feel so welcome and at…”
“Dave the owner is an exceptional host and nothing is too much trouble”
“Beautiful view from the bedroom and a delicious breakfast”
“The beds were extremely comfortable and the views were beautiful”
“I asked for decaf tea in the morning at breakfast and when we got back to our ro…”
“Breakfast was excellent”
“Spotlessly clean and very comfortable, beautifully decorated and lovely well kep…”
“Would highly recommend this spotless accommodation”
“Dave even drove us to the pub to save us walking in the rain”
“The location was perfect”
Overview
High Grassings lies in the heart of the Lake District with views of the surrounding fells. Wray Castle, an impressive castle owned by the National Trust is just 10 minutes' drive away and Tarn Hows is an 8-minute journey by car. The main house has large terrace with seating area where you can sit and relax and take in the views of Esthwaite Water. Esthwaite Water is also a popular fishing venue. All rooms are en-suite and have a TV and WiFi. High Grassings Country House is a 16-minute drive from Grizedale Forest and the cosy hamlet of Hawkshead is less than 2 miles away. The historical town of Ambleside is 13 minutes' drive away and Windermere is just 8 miles away. Langdale Pikes are within 26 minutes' drive.
Traveller reviews
Sue
couple
June 8, 2026
“We had a lovely two night break at High Grasdings. Totally relaxed and even though the weather wasn’t the best we felt l”
High Grassings is an absolute gem of a B&B. Spotlessly clean and very comfortable, beautifully decorated and lovely well kept gardens outside. The suite we had booked had the most amazing views from the bedroom window where we sat and watched the world go by … and sheep, birds, cows and an amazing fox. Peaceful position but only a couple of miles from Hawkshead and an easy drive to Ambleside. Dave and Carrie were the friendliest of hosts and made us feel so welcome and at home. I asked for decaf tea in the morning at breakfast and when we got back to our room later on Carrie had left decaf teabags in the room. Dave even drove us to the pub to save us walking in the rain. The breakfast was first class and plenty of choice and fresh milk and coffee and tea for the bedroom with a mini bar with beers and soft drinks.
Paul
solo_traveller
June 8, 2026
“A beautiful country house in an idyllic setting”
The location was perfect. Absolute stunning house and grounds. Dave the owner is an exceptional host and nothing is too much trouble. I had a couple of requests and he happily obliged making our stay even better. He gave us great advice with his knowledge of the area and we followed it and had a great time.
karen
couple
June 5, 2026
“Would return to High Grassings again if in the area.”
Dave and Carey were very helpful and friendly. They were very knowledgable about the area and gave excellent tips and good reccommadations.
Neufeld
solo_traveller
May 31, 2026
Had a fantastic 4 days , Dave & Carrie were the perfect hosts...they were friendly, very approachable, their knowledge of the area helped us plan our trip. Would highly recommend this spotless accommodation.
Adrian
solo_traveller
May 29, 2026
“What a find!”
Exceptionally friendly and helpful hosts. Beautiful view from the bedroom and a delicious breakfast. Quality of the room, especially the bathroom, was top notch. Also included a fan, which was useful for the hot weather during our stay!
Arlo
couple
May 28, 2026
“It was exceptional and we felt very welcomed.”
Every part of this venue was amazing. The hosts were a particular joy and were very knowledgeable and helpful. The beds were extremely comfortable and the views were beautiful.
Alan
couple
May 24, 2026
“Spectacular”
The property has been beautifully refurbished with high quality finishes. It’s very homely and we were lucky to get a room. Breakfast was excellent. The view from the rooms is spectacular.
JOHN
solo_traveller
May 19, 2026
Warm welcome. Tasty breakfast. Comfortable accommodation and fantastic views. What's not to like? We will return again for sure
Jeff
solo_traveller
May 19, 2026
The welcome, the views, the room,
Karen
couple
May 11, 2026
“A fantastic cosy stay in lovely location with wonderful, friendly hosts and a delicious breakfast!”
Friendliness of the hosts. Fantastic location. Amazing breakfast. Comfy and clean with cosy sitting room with games and books to chill out with on an evening.
Tracy
extended_group
May 9, 2026
“We could watch the sunrise from our bedroom window. Delicious breakfast, lovely hosts”
Amazing views
Jack
couple
May 4, 2026
“Brilliant stay and value for money”
We had a lovely stay here. The staff were incredibly friendly and helpful, the room was clean with great views of the countryside and the breakfast in the morning was fantastic. Would highly recommend.
Judith
couple
May 4, 2026
“A quiet and peaceful spot in the Lake District”
Very comfortable room in a lovely quiet setting . Very clean and the owners were helpful and informative.
Carol
couple
May 1, 2026
“A chilled retreat”
Breakfast delicious, location stunning.
Patrycja
couple
April 28, 2026
“Would stay again”
Very friendly hosts, amazing breakfast and brilliant views from the property
Michelle
couple
April 17, 2026
“A lovely, relaxing stay in a beautiful B&B with only 4 guest rooms so it feels even more exclusive!”
The view from our front facing room was incredible: rolling hills, trees, and a mountain in the distance. There were cheeky chickens that freely roamed the beautiful gardens, and we could hear a peacock (but we didn't see it). The room was a great size and the fixtures very plush. The king size bed was extremely comfortable. There were leather armchairs in front of the panoramic window so the view could be fully admired. The owners are lovely and very helpful, and the breakfast was excellent. The bathroom in our room doesn't have a door as it's a walled off area behind the bed. Perhaps that might bother some people. It's visually private though, so for a couple staying there...just switch on the TV or pop your headphones on! ;-) It wouldn't put us off re-booking that room. We've fallen for the place hook, line and sinker.
Jane
couple
January 19, 2026
The cooked breakfast was very good. The owners were lovely people. 😀
Helen
couple
January 19, 2026
“Perfect , definitely recommend”
Beautiful property , amazing views and stunning room
Philippa
couple
November 26, 2025
Comfy. Friendly.
Hafs360
couple
November 13, 2025
Large room with a big cosy bed. Gorgeous views from our bedroom window. Enjoyed the breakfast as well.
Facilities
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Linens, towels and laundry washed in accordance with local authority guidelines, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guest accommodation sealed after cleaning, Property is cleaned by professional cleaning companies, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Entertainment and family services
Board games/puzzles
Food & Drink
Fruits, Breakfast options, Special diet menus (on request)
Food & drink safety
Physical distancing in dining areas, All plates, cutlery, glasses and other tableware have been sanitized
General
Bicycle parking, Indoor fireplace, Adult only, Designated smoking area, Allergy-free room, Non-smoking rooms, Heating
Internet
Internet services, Free WiFi, WiFi
Outdoors
Sun terrace, Garden, Terrace, Outdoor furniture, Picnic area
Parking
Free parking, Parking, Parking on site
Physical distancing
Contactless check-in/check-out, Cashless payment available
Pool and wellness
Sun loungers or beach chairs
Safety & security
Key access, Smoke alarms, CCTV in common areas, CCTV outside property, Fire extinguishers, Carbon monoxide detector
Safety features
Staff follow all safety protocols as directed by local authorities, Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas, First aid kit available
Services
Shuttle service (free), Shared lounge/TV area, Express check-in/check-out, Luggage storage, Shuttle service
Deluxe Double Room with Shower
This room with views features an en-suite bathroom.
Suite with Mountain View (Open Plan)
This suite features a seating area, electric kettle and minibar. The bedroom and the bathroom are not separated by doors, are in open plan.
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