Title: Old School House - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Old School House Bed & breakfast in Ambleside with free breakfast ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28870000/28865600/28865599/9dab414c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28870000/28865600/28865599/8b87910c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28870000/28865600/28865599/df2ca029.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28870000/28865600/28865599/87c3f771.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28870000/28865600/28865599/7cd36ae5.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. 9.4 Exceptional ## Popular amenities - Breakfast included - Housekeeping - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi ## Room options ### Check availability for these dates Tonight [Nov. 20 - Nov. 21](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-20&endDate=2025-11-21&selected=28865599&PinnedHotelID=28865599&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-20&endDate=2025-11-21&selected=28865599&PinnedHotelID=28865599&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Nov. 21 - Nov. 22](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-22&selected=28865599&PinnedHotelID=28865599&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-22&selected=28865599&PinnedHotelID=28865599&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Nov. 21 - Nov. 23](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=28865599&PinnedHotelID=28865599&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-21&endDate=2025-11-23&selected=28865599&PinnedHotelID=28865599&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Nov. 28 - Nov. 30](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=28865599&PinnedHotelID=28865599&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-28&endDate=2025-11-30&selected=28865599&PinnedHotelID=28865599&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) All rooms 1 bed Showing 3 of 3 rooms ![Classic Suite, 1 King Bed, Non Smoking | Living area](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 Hair dryer Living room Daily housekeeping - 538 sq ft - 1 bedroom - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ![Superior Double Room, 1 King Bed, Garden View | Bathroom](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 Separate bedroom Hair dryer Daily housekeeping - 269 sq ft - Sleeps 2 - 1 King Bed ### Basic Double Room ### Highlights Heating Flat-screen TV Separate bedroom Private bathroom Hair dryer Wardrobe or closet 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. 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[Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FAmbleside-Hotels-Old-School-House.h28865599.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FAmbleside-Hotels-Old-School-House.h28865599.Hotel-Information) ## About the area ![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 - Grizedale Forest - 1 min walk - 0.0 km - Hawkshead Grammar School - 1 min walk - 0.0 km - Church of St Mary - 2 min walk - 0.2 km - Beatrix Potter Gallery - 4 min walk - 0.4 km - World of Beatrix Potter - 15 min drive - 9.7 km #### Getting around - Kirkby-in-Furness Station - 24 min drive - John Lennon Airport (LPL) - 137 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Lake View Garden - ‬13 min drive - ‪Driftwood - ‬13 min drive - ‪The Old Pump House Coffee Shop - ‬13 min drive - ‪Quayside Sports Bar - ‬13 min drive - ‪The Lake View - Bowness - ‬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 the lobby at Old School House. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. You'll also find perks like: - Free self parking - Smoke-free premises and a TV in the lobby Room features All guestrooms at Old School House include amenities such as free WiFi. 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Nov 27 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-26&endDate=2025-11-27&selected=13221&PinnedHotelID=13221&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in all rooms: Free WiFi - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Free self parking on site ### Food and drink - Free English breakfast available daily 8:30 AM to 9:30 AM ### Things to do - TV in common areas ### Conveniences - Shared refrigerator ### Guest services - Housekeeping (daily) ### Outdoors - Garden ### More - Fireplace in lobby - Smoking not allowed ## Room amenities ### Bedroom - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Entertainment - Flat-screen TV ### More - 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 ### Pets Pets stay free Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 1 total pets ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Property payment types ## 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 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 ### 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? > Yes, Old School House allows dogs (limit 1 total). There's a deposit of GBP 15.0 per stay. Service animals are exempt from fees. ### How much is parking? > Self parking is free at this property. ### What time is check-in at Old School House? > Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 10 PM. Early check-in is available for a fee of GBP 10.00 (subject to availability). Late check-in is available during limited hours. ### What time is check-out at Old School House? > Check-out is at 11 AM. ### Where is Old School House located? > Situated in Ambleside, this bed & breakfast is steps from Hawkshead Grammar School, Grizedale Forest, and Church of St Mary. Beatrix Potter Gallery and Hill Top Farm are also within 3 mi (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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