Wanslea Guest House
Lake Road
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Why people book this hotel
“I stopped for Windermere marathon and they were so supportive and made me some t…”
“Breakfast was delicious and of good quality”
“Brilliant hosts with good knowledge of surrounding areas”
“Hosts very friendly and helpful”
“Room was immaculate and comfortable, breakfast was great and there was a spaciou…”
“Kettle etc in room an added bonus”
“Room size, cleanliness, breakfast was great as were the staff too”
“Great breakfast, friendly owners, very clean and close to town”
“Location is great too, only a 5 minute walk from the centre of Ambleside”
“The property itself is in a great location between Windermere and the town centr…”
“Parking is catered for and access to main road routes is easy”
“Situation close to bus routes, cleanliness, parking, excellent breakfast, friend…”
Overview
Situated in Ambleside, within 8.4 km of World of Beatrix Potter and 17 km of Lake Windermere, Wanslea Guest House features accommodation with water sports facilities and free WiFi as well as free private parking for guests who drive. This 4-star guest house offers luggage storage space. The property offers allergy-free units and is set 29 km from Derwentwater. At the guest house, every unit is fitted with a wardrobe, a flat-screen TV, a private bathroom, bed linen and towels. Additional in-room amenities include chocolates or cookies. Guests at the guest house will be able to enjoy activities in and around Ambleside, like windsurfing, cycling and fishing. Guests at Wanslea Guest House can enjoy canoeing nearby, or make the most of the garden. Askham Hall is 35 km from the accommodation, while Muncaster Castle is 42 km from the property. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 122 km from Wanslea Guest House.
Traveller reviews
Cameron
couple
June 17, 2026
“Clean, comfortable and great location!”
My dad and I travelled down from Glasgow on our motorbikes. The Wanslea was the ideal base for our trip. Room was immaculate and comfortable, breakfast was great and there was a spacious car park for the bikes. Location is great too, only a 5 minute walk from the centre of Ambleside. Highly recommend the Wanslea.
Gemma
solo_traveller
June 17, 2026
“Absolutely loved it.”
The owners were so lovely and welcoming. I stopped for Windermere marathon and they were so supportive and made me some toast and coffee before breakfast time the morning of the marathon. The next morning we were talking lots, they are just lovely. Thank you.
Marie
solo_traveller
June 13, 2026
“☆☆☆☆☆”
Everything was 1st class.Breakfast was delicious and of good quality.Kettle etc in room an added bonus.Brilliant hosts with good knowledge of surrounding areas.Will be back.Homemade jam delicious.
pam
couple
June 12, 2026
“Would return and recommend to friends.”
Excellent breakfast. Hosts very friendly and helpful.
Neil
couple
June 11, 2026
“Great place to stay . Excellent overall quality: would absolutely stay again”
Room size, cleanliness, breakfast was great as were the staff too.
Graham
solo_traveller
June 11, 2026
“Great stay 100% would stay again”
Great breakfast, friendly owners, very clean and close to town.
neil
solo_traveller
June 7, 2026
“Walking weekend with friends 😎”
Rooms were fantastic and comfortable, breakfast excellent, hosts nothing was to much trouble. If you fancy a nice break then come here , you won't be disappointed
Hugh
couple
May 30, 2026
“Lovely stay.”
Warm welcome, lovely room, Great breakfast, very helpful. Definitely book again.
Lisa
solo_traveller
May 29, 2026
Tina & Steve are excellent hosts who can't do enough for you 😀
brian
solo_traveller
May 26, 2026
The place and décor was spotless the owners couldn't do enough for us and the breakfast was excellent . I would definitely recommend them to anyone visiting the lake District. Thanks
Foreman
solo_traveller
May 23, 2026
“My 2nd stay and definitely not my last 👌”
The property itself is in a great location between Windermere and the town centre. Parking is catered for and access to main road routes is easy. The rooms are spotlessly clean and very comfortable and have everything that you need for a stay. The breakfast is superb with a range of options and I would personally recommend the locally sourced bacon and sausage which are excellent. I would also highly recommend the preserves which are homemade by Tina (I always end up buying jars to take home). And that brings me on to the owners Tina and Steve. You could not meet 2 more welcoming, friendly and helpful hosts. This was my 2nd stay at Wanslea Guest House and it will certainly not be my last. Thank you to Tina and Steve.
David
couple
May 22, 2026
“Ideal digs for a short Lakes break.”
Situation close to bus routes, cleanliness, parking, excellent breakfast, friendly staff.
James
extended_group
May 21, 2026
“Loved our stay!”
Exceptional hospitality, amazing breakfast, really comfy and welcoming. Excellent location! Say no more!!
David
solo_traveller
May 18, 2026
“I have been before and returned as it was good, good value and run by a lovely couple and the breakfast was really good.”
It was a small room but everything worked and was good. The breakfast was excellent preordered the night before and perfectly cooked and presented.
Nichola
solo_traveller
May 18, 2026
“A lovely place to stay, comfortable and friendly.”
Friendly and welcoming.
Stephenson
couple
May 15, 2026
“really good. Location and staff excellent”
Breakfast was very good. Hosts were excellent. The room was spacious and everything worked. Location was good it was a ten minute stroll into town or a 5 minute stroll to the lakeside Parking for 4 carsthe
Mark
solo_traveller
May 14, 2026
“Lovely place to stay”
Great host very friendly and helpful Good breakfast Room clean and tidy
Anton
couple
May 13, 2026
“Fabulous hosts who made us feel very welcome. Highly recommended.”
Everything was lovely and clean.
Tim
couple
May 13, 2026
“Great welcome, everything as expected and would definitely book here again!”
Shower, bed, location, breakfast, parking arrangements!
Lara
couple
May 10, 2026
“Fabulous B and B”
This was a lovely property - friendly owners , great location just on the edge of town with a 2 minute walk to bars and shops etc. Onsite parking is an added bonus Great room , great breakfast
Facilities
Activities
Fishing, Windsurfing, Canoeing, Cycling, Water sport facilities on site
Cleanliness & disinfecting
Use of cleaning chemicals that are effective against Coronavirus, Guest accommodation is disinfected between stays, Guests have the option to cancel any cleaning services for their accommodation during their stay
Food & Drink
Breakfast options
General
Non-smoking throughout, Adult only, Non-smoking rooms
Internet
Internet services, WiFi, Free WiFi
Outdoors
Garden, Outdoor furniture
Parking
Parking, Free parking, Parking on site, Private parking
Physical distancing
Cashless payment available, Physical distancing rules followed
Reception services
Invoice provided
Safety & security
Fire extinguishers
Safety features
Shared stationery such as printed menus, magazines, pens, and paper removed, Hand sanitizer in guest accommodation and key areas
Services
Luggage storage
Double Room
Featuring free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. This double room has a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit has 1 bed.
King Room
Featuring free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. This double room has a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit has 1 bed.
Premier Africa Room
Featuring free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a shower and a hairdryer. This double room has a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit has 1 bed.
Premier Arabian Room
Offering free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. This double room features a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit offers 1 bed.
Premier Room 5
Providing free toiletries, this double room includes a private bathroom with a bath, a shower and a hairdryer. This double room features a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit offers 1 bed.
Budget Twin Room
Providing free toiletries, this twin room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. This twin room features a tea and coffee maker, a seating area, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit offers 2 beds.
Standard Single Room
Providing free toiletries, this single room includes a private bathroom with a walk-in shower and a hairdryer. This single room features a tea and coffee maker, a wardrobe, flat-screen TV with satellite channels, as well as chocolate for guests. The unit offers 1 bed.
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