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The rooms at Brathay Lodge are tastefully decorated and offer a range of accommodation options to cater to a variety of needs. Each room comes equipped with modern amenities, providing a comfortable stay for guests. Some rooms even boast private balconies, offering panoramic views of the Lake District’s breath-taking scenery. A key highlight of the lodge is its hearty full English breakfast, prepared using local ingredients, which guests can enjoy while taking in the stunning views. The staff's dedication to personal service is commendable, ensuring that every guest's stay is as enjoyable and memorable as possible.
Located in the bustling town of Ambleside, Brathay Lodge serves as a perfect base for exploring the numerous attractions in the Lake District. Nearby Lake Windermere offers a range of water activities, from boating to paddleboarding. Historical attractions such as the quaint 17th-century Bridge House and the Armitt Museum, a treasure trove of local history and art, are just a short distance away. For outdoor enthusiasts, numerous scenic walking and hiking trails are easily accessible, including Loughrigg Fell and the challenging Fairfield Horseshoe route. Whether you're seeking adventure, relaxation, or a cultural journey, Brathay Lodge provides the perfect starting point for your Lake District exploration.
This property is at an elevation of approximately 167 feet / 50.9 metres above sea level
Facilities at the accommodation
Ensuite or Private Bathroom
Shower or Bath
Tea / Coffee making facilities
Breakfast available
Car Parking onsite / close by
TV in Room
Digital TV Channels
Children Welcome
Open All Year
Free Wifi Internet
Limited Hour Front Desk
Laundry Services
Luggage Storage
Ensuite or Private Bathroom
Shower or Bath
Tea / Coffee making facilities
Breakfast available
Car Parking onsite / close by
TV in Room
Digital TV Channels
Children Welcome
Open All Year
Free Wifi Internet
Limited Hour Front Desk
Laundry Services
Luggage Storage
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International Airports
Local Airports
Barrow/Walney Island Airport Barrow-in-Furness Cumbria
LA14 3YS
24.2 miles Carlisle Lake District Airport
Carlisle Cumbria
CA6 4NW
36.1 miles
Motorways
M6 Junction 39 Keld
13.8 miles M6 Junction 38
Kendal, Brough, Appleby
14.8 miles M6 Junction 37
Kendal, Sedbergh
15.4 miles
Railway Stations
Windermere station code = WDM
LA23 1QA
4.2 miles Staveley
station code = SVL
LA8 9NB
7.0 miles
Ferry Ports
Hotels near Brathay Lodge Guest house Ambleside
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Ambleside Climbing Wall -
LA22 0DB
NY 37651 04193
= festivity.scribbled.sourcing Hotels nearby. 2 minutes walk
LA22 0DB
NY 37651 04193
= festivity.scribbled.sourcing Hotels nearby.
A indoor Climbing wall for both beginners and experts , ideal as a rainy day activity or a honing your skills, or simply to try something different
0.1m / 0.2km -
Stagshaw Gardens -
LA22 0HE
NY 37966 02858
= reframe.guidebook.hinted Hotels nearby. 13 minutes walk
LA22 0HE
NY 37966 02858
= reframe.guidebook.hinted Hotels nearby.
An informal woodland garden run by the National Trust. Located a little south of Ambleside with the Stencher Beck running though with mini falls adding even more interest.
0.9m / 1.4km -
Armitt Museum And Library -
LA22 9BL
NY 37609 04736
= calibrate.typified.boating Hotels nearby. 5 minutes walk
LA22 9BL
NY 37609 04736
= calibrate.typified.boating Hotels nearby.
A museum and gallery dedicated to the heritage of the Lake District with prominent Art work and book collection plus Beatrix Potter exhibitions as part of the overall collection
0.3m / 0.5km -
Rydal Hall Gardens -
LA22 9LX
NY 36638 06369
= gross.respected.closed Hotels nearby. 21 minutes walk
LA22 9LX
NY 36638 06369
= gross.respected.closed Hotels nearby.
The gardens are located in the village of Rydal in the Lake District of England. The gardens feature a range of plant life, including a formal garden, a rose garden, and woodland areas. Visitors can also explore the nearby Rydal Mount and gardens, the former home of poet William Wordsworth.
1.4m / 2.3km -
Stock Ghyll Force Waterfall -
LA22 0QT
NY 38003 04510
= shaves.cubed.lectures Hotels nearby. 5 minutes walk
LA22 0QT
NY 38003 04510
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A 70 foot cascading waterfall in a woodland setting within walking distance of central Ambleside. In the spring it is particularly good with daffodil's and good water flow.
0.4m / 0.6km -
Doras Field -
LA22 9LU
NY 36444 06304
= trader.duplicate.flipping Hotels nearby. 22 minutes walk
LA22 9LU
NY 36444 06304
= trader.duplicate.flipping Hotels nearby.
An area of semi-open woodland now manged by the National trust and once owned by William Wordsworth and gifted to the trust by the Wordsworth family. Depending on the season you can see large areas of daffodils and bluebells
1.4m / 2.3km -
Ambleside Roman Fort -
LA22 0EN
NY 37496 03310
= tadpole.throw.assurance Hotels nearby.
0.6m / 1km - 9 minutes walk
LA22 0EN
NY 37496 03310
= tadpole.throw.assurance Hotels nearby.
Cared for by English Heritage, located south of the village close to Lake Windermere - stone footings of a 2nd century fort remain
0.6m / 1km -
Rydal Mount and Gardens -
LA22 9LU
NY 36422 06390
= cared.quickly.should Hotels nearby. 22 minutes walk
LA22 9LU
NY 36422 06390
= cared.quickly.should Hotels nearby.
A 16th century house and the home to William Wordsworth’s for much of his life together with the garden, which Wordsworth designed and remains very similar to those days. There is also a tea room
1.5m / 2.4km -
Ambleside Pier - Waterhead Pier -
LA22 0EX
NY 37648 03107
= ending.honeybees.speared Hotels nearby. 11 minutes walk
LA22 0EX
NY 37648 03107
= ending.honeybees.speared Hotels nearby.
A small pier used for bording of the lake ferry & cruise's with a cafe and bar and nearby gift shops
0.7m / 1.1km -
Rydal Caves -
LA22 9SD
NY 35000 05000
= traffic.chaos.encounter Hotels nearby. 24 minutes walk
LA22 9SD
NY 35000 05000
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A a man-made cavern that on first glace looks like a natural cave though was actually Loughrigg Quarry.
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