[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # Old School House Find comfort near home with an inviting fireplace and beautiful garden views. Savor your morning moments over delicious English breakfast. ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28870000/28865600/28865599/9dab414c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Front of property](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28870000/28865600/28865599/87c3f771.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) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/29000000/28870000/28865600/28865599/8b87910c.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 [Oct. 5 - Oct. 6](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-05&endDate=2025-10-06&selected=28865599&PinnedHotelID=28865599&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-05&endDate=2025-10-06&selected=28865599&PinnedHotelID=28865599&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Tomorrow [Oct. 6 - Oct. 7](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=28865599&PinnedHotelID=28865599&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-06&endDate=2025-10-07&selected=28865599&PinnedHotelID=28865599&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) This weekend [Oct. 10 - Oct. 12](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=28865599&PinnedHotelID=28865599&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-10&endDate=2025-10-12&selected=28865599&PinnedHotelID=28865599&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) Next weekend [Oct. 17 - Oct. 19](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&selected=28865599&PinnedHotelID=28865599&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-17&endDate=2025-10-19&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 Daily housekeeping Living room - 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 Hair dryer Private bathroom Daily housekeeping Wardrobe or closet - 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. More rewards for more adventures! [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 Ambleside is home to Old School House. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Windermere and Coniston Water. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Cartmel Racecourse or Parkside Road. [Visit our Ambleside travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Ambleside.dx4270) [View more B&B in Ambleside](https://www.expedia.ca/Ambleside-Bed-And-Breakfast.d4270-aaBedAndBreakfast.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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 - Lake Windermere - 7 min drive - 6.2 km - Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre - 13 min drive - 12.8 km - Bowness Pier - 14 min drive - 9.4 km - World of Beatrix Potter - 14 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 Lake View - Bowness - ‬13 min drive - ‪The Old Pump House Coffee Shop - ‬13 min drive - ‪Quayside Sports Bar - ‬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 - A TV in the lobby and smoke-free premises Room features All guestrooms at Old School House include amenities such as free WiFi. Other conveniences in all rooms include: - Free toiletries and hair dryers - Heating and daily housekeeping ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35010000/35001000/35000951/b31cb6d7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Crow How Country Guest House Ambleside - Breakfast included - Parking included - Free WiFi - Housekeeping 10 Exceptional 141 reviews CA $177 CA $213 total includes taxes & fees Nov 2 - Nov 3 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=35000951&PinnedHotelID=35000951&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Terrace/patio](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113630000/113627700/113627672/36452b15.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Cartmel Old Grammar Grange-over-Sands - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 9 reviews CA $306 CA $368 total includes taxes & fees Nov 2 - Nov 3 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-02&endDate=2025-11-03&selected=113627672&PinnedHotelID=113627672&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Standard Double Room, Ensuite (2) | Lobby](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/109000000/108600000/108592300/108592299/53505b0a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Ivy House Ambleside - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.8 Exceptional 60 reviews CA $186 CA $224 total includes taxes & fees Oct 15 - Oct 16 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-15&endDate=2025-10-16&selected=108592299&PinnedHotelID=108592299&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Garden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/13300/13221/f1b4e665.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Lakehouse at The Waterhead Inn Ambleside - Breakfast included - Pet-friendly - Parking included - Free WiFi 9.2 Wonderful 506 reviews CA $155 CA $186 total includes taxes & fees Oct 12 - Oct 13 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&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 at Old School House? > 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. Ask a question ## Old School House Reviews 9.4 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 2 8 - Good 1 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Staff & service ### 9.4/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 9.0/10 Eco-friendliness ### 8/10 Good #### Keith Sep 26, 2018 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### Great place to base yourself for a walking holiday Lovely location for walking and eating out in the village, great breakfasts, and hosts ##### Keith Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2018 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Gerard Jun 23, 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort #### A place worth staying An excellent stay, beautiful, clean & spacious room, bathroom spotless. Breakfast excellent ##### Gerard Stayed 1 night in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Victoria May 23, 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort ##### Victoria Stayed 1 night in Feb 2024 ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotel Riu Santa Fe - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Los-Cabos-Hotels-Riu-Santa-Fe-All-Inclusive.h1775300.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Hotel Manchester City Centre, A Verified Net Zero Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Manchester-Hotels-Park-Inn-By-Radisson-Manchester-City-Centre.h2601411.Hotel-Information) > > [Pine Lake Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Carnforth-Hotels-Pine-Lake-Resort.h1928661.Hotel-Information) > > [Burgh Island Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Kingsbridge-Hotels-Burgh-Island-Hotel.h34611055.Hotel-Information) > > [Millcroft](https://www.expedia.ca/Penrith-Hotels-Millcroft.h26994538.Hotel-Information) > > [Harrison Hot Springs Resort and Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Chilliwack-Hotels-Harrison-Hot-Springs-Resort-And-Spa.h553971.Hotel-Information) > > [Prestige Harbourfront Resort, WorldHotels Luxury](https://www.expedia.ca/Salmon-Arm-Hotels-Prestige-Harbourfront-Resort.h809728.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn London-Gatwick Airport by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Horley-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-London-Gatwick-Airport.h16918.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Edmonton](https://www.expedia.ca/Edmonton-Hotels.d180002.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Lakes Hotel and Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Windermere-Hotels-Lakes-Hotel-And-Spa.h901040.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Downtown Toronto](https://www.expedia.ca/Downtown-Toronto-Toronto-Hotels.0-n6057934-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire](https://www.expedia.ca/Hook-Hotels-Four-Seasons-Hotel-Hampshire.h986107.Hotel-Information) > > [Arlo Midtown](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels-Arlo-Midtown.h48669360.Hotel-Information) > > [Royal Whitby](https://www.expedia.ca/Whitby-Hotels-The-Royal-Hotel.h57917040.Hotel-Information) > > [Cave Hotel & Golf Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Faversham-Hotels-Cave-Hotel-Golf-Resort.h33410673.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in New York](https://www.expedia.ca/New-York-Hotels.d178293.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Holiday Inn Hull Marina by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Hull-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Hull-Marina.h10609.Hotel-Information) > > [All Inclusive Resorts and Hotels in Turks and Caicos](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Turks-And-Caicos-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d184-tAllInclusiveHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [The Greenway Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Cheltenham-Hotels-The-Greenway-Hotel-Spa.h520203.Hotel-Information) > > [Ramada by Wyndham 1000 Islands/Gananoque](https://www.expedia.ca/Kingston-Hotels-Ramada-By-Wyndham-Gananoque-Provincial-Inn.h575890.Hotel-Information) > > [The Porch House](https://www.expedia.ca/Cheltenham-Hotels-The-Porch-House.h4595892.Hotel-Information) > > [The Belfry](https://www.expedia.ca/Birmingham-Hotels-The-Belfry.h3976.Hotel-Information) > > [Delta Hotels by Marriott Heathrow Windsor](https://www.expedia.ca/Slough-Hotels-Heathrow-Windsor-Marriott-Hotel.h3830.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to San Jose (SJC)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/sjc/toronto-to-san-jose) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Calgary (YYC)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/yyc/toronto-to-calgary) > > [United](https://www.expedia.ca/United-Flights.cUA.Travel-Guide-Airlines) > > [WestJet Toronto (YYZ) to Winnipeg (YWG) flights](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flight-routes/westjet-from-pearson-intl-to-winnipeg-james-armstrong-richardson-intl/ws/yyz/ywg) > > [Flights from Dublin (DUB) to Toronto (YYZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/dub/yyz/dublin-to-toronto) ### Cars > [Car rentals in Calgary](https://www.expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Calgary-Intl.d4413785.Car-Rental-Guide) ### Packages > [Dominican Republic](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/theme-vacations/all-inclusive-vacations/50/Dominican-Republic)