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The accommodations at Brathay Hall are comfortable and diverse, ranging from grand Georgian rooms in the main hall to contemporary lodges scattered across the grounds. The rooms offer a blend of traditional charm and modern comfort, with many providing awe-inspiring views of the lake and fells. They are equipped with standard amenities to ensure a comfortable stay, and the communal areas in the hall provide spaces for relaxation and socialisation. The grounds of Brathay Hall also offer opportunities for outdoor activities, from gentle walks to challenging adventure courses.
The location of Brathay Hall - Brathay Trust in the Lake District allows easy access to a wealth of local attractions and activities. The surrounding area is a paradise for hikers and nature enthusiasts, with trails leading to sites like the Langdale Pikes and Scafell Pike. Lake Windermere offers opportunities for boating and water sports, and the nearby towns of Ambleside and Grasmere offer shops, restaurants, and historic sites. Whether you're visiting for a training event, a conference, or simply to enjoy the natural beauty of the Lake District, Brathay Hall provides a uniquely tranquil and inspiring setting.
This property is at an elevation of approximately 186 feet / 56.8 metres above sea level
Windermere Beach
Near Windermere - a shingle composition 4.6 miles away. This is not your traditional beach, but known to locals as Windermere Beach, an inland freshwater beach backed by flat grassy land on the lake. A good spot to have a picnic and relax when the weather permits
Facilities at the accommodation
Ensuite or Private Bathroom
Shower or Bath
Family Rooms
Tea / Coffee making facilities
Breakfast available
Special Diet Options
Car Parking onsite / close by
TV in Room
Digital TV Channels
Children Welcome
Pets Allowed
Open All Year
Business Services
Meeting Rooms
Garden
Outside Seating
Lake Views
Ensuite or Private Bathroom
Shower or Bath
Family Rooms
Tea / Coffee making facilities
Breakfast available
Special Diet Options
Car Parking onsite / close by
TV in Room
Digital TV Channels
Children Welcome
Pets Allowed
Open All Year
Business Services
Meeting Rooms
Garden
Outside Seating
Lake Views
Facilities Nearby
Beach or Coast Nearby
Entertainment
Bar / Pub
Restaurant/s
Horse Riding/Pony
Water Sports
Fishing
Walking Country
Cycling Country
Beach or Coast Nearby
Entertainment
Bar / Pub
Restaurant/s
Horse Riding/Pony
Water Sports
Fishing
Walking Country
Cycling Country
Hotel Travel & Directions Hub
International Airports
Local Airports
Barrow/Walney Island Airport Barrow-in-Furness Cumbria
LA14 3YS
23.3 miles Carlisle Lake District Airport
Carlisle Cumbria
CA6 4NW
36.8 miles
Motorways
M6 Junction 39 Keld
14.5 miles M6 Junction 38
Kendal, Brough, Appleby
15.4 miles M6 Junction 37
Kendal, Sedbergh
15.5 miles
Railway Stations
Windermere station code = WDM
LA23 1QA
4.0 miles Staveley
station code = SVL
LA8 9NB
7.1 miles
Ferry Ports
Hotels near Brathay Hall - Brathay Trust Guest house Ambleside
= Within walking distance (minutes) = National Grid Reference = What 3 Words.
Ambleside Roman Fort -
LA22 0EN
NY 37496 03310
= tadpole.throw.assurance Hotels nearby.
0.5m / 0.8km - 8 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
0.5m / 0.8km -
Stock Ghyll Force Waterfall -
LA22 0QT
NY 38003 04510
= shaves.cubed.lectures Hotels nearby. 18 minutes walk
LA22 0QT
NY 38003 04510
= shaves.cubed.lectures Hotels nearby.
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.
1.2m / 1.9km -
Ambleside Pier - Waterhead Pier -
LA22 0EX
NY 37648 03107
= ending.honeybees.speared Hotels nearby. 9 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
0.6m / 1km -
Wray Castle -
LA22 0JA
NY 37495 01031
= cupcake.evolves.shudders Hotels nearby. 21 minutes walk
LA22 0JA
NY 37495 01031
= cupcake.evolves.shudders Hotels nearby.
On first glance it may look like a very well preserved medieval castle but in fact is a Victorian 1840 build which was passed to the National rust in 1929. Now open to the public together with impressive grounds which include Giant Redwood trees and other specimen trees
1.4m / 2.3km -
Stagshaw Gardens -
LA22 0HE
NY 37966 02858
= reframe.guidebook.hinted Hotels nearby. 12 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.
0.8m / 1.3km -
Loughrigg Tarn -
LA22 9HF
NY 34444 04288
= reporting.leaps.dime Hotels nearby. 23 minutes walk
LA22 9HF
NY 34444 04288
= reporting.leaps.dime Hotels nearby.
A small circular tarn (mountain lake), north of Skelwith Bridge and with Loughrigg fell to the north east
1.6m / 2.6km -
Ambleside Climbing Wall -
LA22 0DB
NY 37651 04193
= festivity.scribbled.sourcing Hotels nearby. 14 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
0.9m / 1.4km -
Rydal Caves -
LA22 9SD
NY 35000 05000
= traffic.chaos.encounter Hotels nearby. 23 minutes walk
LA22 9SD
NY 35000 05000
= traffic.chaos.encounter Hotels nearby.
A a man-made cavern that on first glace looks like a natural cave though was actually Loughrigg Quarry.
1.6m / 2.6km -
Armitt Museum And Library -
LA22 9BL
NY 37609 04736
= calibrate.typified.boating Hotels nearby. 17 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
1.2m / 1.9km -
Skelwith Force -
LA22 9NJ
NY 34162 03422
= employers.boards.rehearsed Hotels nearby. 23 minutes walk
LA22 9NJ
NY 34162 03422
= employers.boards.rehearsed Hotels nearby.
A small but attractive waterfall with approximately a 16 foot drop on the River Brathay - best viewed after rain as despite its size a good volume of water passes over the drop
1.6m / 2.6km - View more hotels nearby with distances
Rothay Manor Hotel - Ambleside - 0.58
Wateredge Inn - Ambleside - 0.59
Quaysiders Club - Ambleside - 0.60
Regent Hotel By The Lake - Ambleside - 0.61
YHA Ambleside - Ambleside - 0.64
The Waterhead Inn - Ambleside - 0.64
Ambleside Lake House - Ambleside - 0.66
Wanslea Guest House - Ambleside - 0.75
Lyndale Guest House - Ambleside - 0.76
Amboseli Lodge - Ambleside - 0.77
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Frequently Asked Questions.
What is the nearest beach to this Guest house?
The Windermere Beach is 4.6 miles from this Guest house. We also list other beaches within 5 miles with descriptions