Title: The Retreat - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=4270&destination=Ambleside%2C+England%2C+United+Kingdom&selected=124212578&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) # The Retreat ## Photo gallery for The Retreat ![Interior - The Retreat (Ambleside)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124220000/124212600/124212578/8cc44c62.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds - The Retreat (Ambleside)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124220000/124212600/124212578/7fc54115.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Courtyard View | Living area - The Retreat (Ambleside)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124220000/124212600/124212578/829d62db.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Deluxe Cottage, 2 Bedrooms, Kitchen, Courtyard View | Living area - The Retreat (Ambleside)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124220000/124212600/124212578/e69851af.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - The Retreat (Ambleside)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/125000000/124220000/124212600/124212578/990e14ce.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Rooms - Location - Policies The Retreat provides amenities like a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. 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More rewards for more adventures! [Sign in](https://www.expedia.ca/login?ckoflag=0&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FAmbleside-Hotels-The-Retreat.h124212578.Hotel-Information)[Sign up, it's free](https://www.expedia.ca/signup?enable_registration=true&uurl=e3id%3Dredr%26rurl%3D%2FAmbleside-Hotels-The-Retreat.h124212578.Hotel-Information) ## About the area Located in Ambleside, The Retreat is in the mountains and in a regional park. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Windermere and Ullswater. Rydal Hall Labyrinth and Treetop Trek are also worth visiting. Enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails, mountain biking, and horse riding, or hop on a free bike rental nearby and explore all the area has to offer. [Visit our Ambleside travel guide](https://www.expedia.ca/Ambleside.dx4270) [View more Guest houses in Ambleside](https://www.expedia.ca/Ambleside-Guest-Houses.d4270-aaGuestHouses.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%7C54.43030%2C-2.96321&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=KBjgJYw8RdFMu5RgF_MdY_8vyhM=) King St, Ambleside, England, LA22 0BX ### What's nearby - ![Autumn at Lake Windermere, Cumbria, UK. A beautiful sunny day in the English Lake District., Shutterstock ID 713135047, Purchase Order: SP-1896 , Order Number: SP-1896 Go Guides, Client/Licensee: Hot](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621563222832/6c0c8576-0ab9-44a4-a3ef-e306bc5dc5ff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lake Windermere 15 min walk \- 1.3 km - ![Ambleside Pier](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635171373525/529c7003-109f-4368-b4fe-2b3432bd7ce0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Ambleside Pier 17 min walk \- 1.4 km - White Platts Recreation Ground 3 min walk \- 0.3 km - Ambleside Climbing Wall 5 min walk \- 0.4 km - Stock Ghyll Force 13 min walk \- 1.1 km ### Getting around - Windermere Station 13 min drive ### Restaurants - Freshers’ Cafe 3 min walk - Zeffirellis 3 min walk - The Golden Rule 6 min walk - The Temperance Inn 2 min walk - The Royal Oak 2 min walk ## About this property ### The Retreat Guesthouse near Lake Windermere The Retreat provides amenities like a coffee shop/cafe and a snack bar/deli. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. You'll also enjoy the following perks during your stay: - An electric car charging station and a nature reserve Room features All guestrooms at The Retreat boast comforts such as laptop-friendly workspaces, as well as amenities like free WiFi. 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In-room WiFi speed: 50+ Mbps - Available in some public areas: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Electric car charging station on site - Onsite parking includes off-street options ### Food and drink - A coffee shop/cafe - Snack bar/deli ### Family friendly - High chair - In-room full-sized refrigerator/freezer - In-room kitchen - In-room microwave - Snack bar/deli ### Outdoors - In a nature reserve - In the mountains ### Accessibility - No elevator ## Room amenities ### Bathroom - 2 private bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Free toiletries - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Food and drink - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Full-sized refrigerator/freezer - Kitchen - Microwave - Oven - Stovetop ### More - Desk - Heating - Laptop workspace ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: anytime ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions There is no front desk at this property Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance To make arrangements for check-in please contact the property at least 24 hours before arrival using the information on the booking confirmation Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Renovations and closures This property is closed from March 29 2026 to February 28 2027 (dates subject to change). ### Access methods Lockbox, private entrance ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Property payment types ## Important information ### Fees You'll be asked to pay the following charges at the property. Fees may include applicable taxes: - Cleaning fee: GBP 49 per accommodation, per stay We have included all charges provided to us by the property. ### 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 and debit cards; cash is not accepted Safety features at this property include window guards This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room ### We should mention This property does not have elevators ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Retreat pet-friendly? ### What time is check-in at The Retreat? ### What time is check-out at The Retreat? ### Where is The Retreat located? ## Have a question? 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