About this property
Rothay House is a guest house, set just off the main road and a 5-minute walk from Ambleside town centre. Only 1 mile from Lake Windermere, it serves local produce and homemade jams and marmalades for breakfast. Just 10 minutes' drive from Windermere and the World of Beatrix Potter, this guest accommodation offers rooms with a private bathroom. The cosy individually decorated rooms offer a TV with a DVD player, a hairdryer, a selection of Pure Lakes toiletries and tea and coffee making facilities. Breakfast is served in the traditional dining room, which overlooks Rothay House's garden from the first floor. Free Wi-Fi is accessible throughout. Scenic walks can be enjoyed in the countryside surronding Rothay House. Ambleside town centre, with its shops, bars and restaurants can be reached after a 5-minute walk. Free parking is available and Hayes Garden World is just 5 minutes' drive away. The Lakes Aquarium is a 30-minute drive from Rothay House.
Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 9.8 for a two-person trip.
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Most popular facilities
- Free parking
- Free WiFi
- Family rooms
- Non-smoking rooms
- Tea/coffee maker in all rooms
Guest reviews
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Guests who stayed here loved
- Rahel
Switzerland“Darren and Debbie were wonderful hosts and the breakfast selection vast, considering that they only cook for a few people every day. The room had all amenities one needs and what I particularly liked was their selection of teas and even hot...” - Michael
United Kingdom“excellent stay,breakfast was superb choices spot on...we parked car and left it there every day didnt need to drive buses were great and not expensive so location of digs just right...host also let us check in early which was great help.....will...” - Lorraine United Kingdom“The breakfast was freshly cooked to order and was delicious. Exceptional value for money.”
- Michael United Kingdom“Exceptional location 5 mins from Ambleside centre, on-site parking a bonus, exceptional breakfast and hosts, good value for a compact room”
- Lorna United Kingdom“The owner's such lovely people. Location is fantastic Parking on site Added touches to make the stay even better.”
- Eddie United Kingdom“The location couldn't be better and the hosts couldn't be nicer”
- Gillian United Kingdom“Perfect location with on-site parking. Wonderful friendly helpful hosts who provide a great breakfast. Everything was thought of and provided in the bedroom and bathroom. Although on the roadside we couldn't hear the traffic at all. Easy to walk...”
- John United Kingdom“Attractive and well-planned. The room design is excellent. I don’t remember enjoying a cooked breakfast more than at Rothay House.”
Mandy United Kingdom“Exceptional breakfast with top quality ingredients especially the /cooked breakfast/ perfectly poached eggs /homemade bread and jam. Excellent coffee. Room was wonderful comfy bed and great bathroom Brilliant hosts Debbie and Darren.”- Katrina United Kingdom“Fantastic stay with amazing hosts Darren & Debbie, ideally located for all amenities, delicious breakfast with so much choice! Highly recommend & hope to return.”
Property surroundings
House rules
Child policies
Children older than 5 years are welcome.
Children 18 years and above will be charged as adults at this property.
To see correct prices and occupancy information, please add the number of children in your group and their ages to your search.
Cot and extra bed policies
Prices for extra beds are not included in the total price, and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.
The number of extra beds allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.
There are no cots available at this property.
All extra beds are subject to availability.
The fine print
If you require an early check-in, please note this in the Special Requests box when booking.
Please be aware that there are 10 steps leading to the main entrance.
In response to Coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
