High Wray Farm Bed & Breakfast - Ambleside
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Overview
4-star bed & breakfast in a 16th-century National Trust farmhouse in the Lake District
Accommodations & Rooms
High Wray Farm Bed & Breakfast Ambleside offers three guest rooms in a historic farmhouse dating back to the 16th century. Each room has a private bathroom and mountain or garden views with a tea and coffee maker. The property also includes a well-equipped self-catering cottage suitable for disabled visitors.
Dining & Breakfast
A full English or Irish breakfast is served daily with special dietary options including vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free meals. The host prepares unique homemade cakes each afternoon available to guests. Breakfast includes warm dishes, juice, and fruits using local produce.
Amenities & Facilities
High Wray Farm has free on-site private parking and a garden with a sun terrace and picnic area. The guest lounge has a TV, board games, and puzzles. A decanter of sherry for tired walkers is available on the landing, and fresh milk is provided in a hallway fridge.
Location & Surroundings
High Wray Farm is set in a quiet rural location with stunning views of the fells and surrounding countryside. Wray Castle National Trust is a 17-minute walk away, and Lake Windermere is 9 km from the property. Grizedale Forest is 3 km away, and Beatrix Potter Gallery is 4 km from the B&B.
Special Features
The farmhouse is owned by the National Trust and retains period features such as thick stone walls and low ceilings. The host provides a socially interactive dining experience with personal attention. Breakfasts are noted as exceptional by guests, with homemade bread baked fresh each morning.
- Historic Charm: 16th-century National Trust farmhouse with period features
- Breakfast: Full English with vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options plus homemade cakes
- Location: Quiet rural setting, 17-min walk to Wray Castle, 9 km to Lake Windermere
- Facilities: Free private parking, garden with sun terrace, guest lounge with games
- Accessibility: Self-catering cottage suitable for disabled visitors
- Social Dining: Interactive experience with personal attention from hosts
Rooms and availability
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Room size:
12 m²
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Bed options:2 Single beds
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Room size:
18 m²
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Bed options:1 Double bed and 1 Single bed
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Room size:
16 m²
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Bed options:1 Double bed
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Essential information about High Wray Farm Bed & Breakfast
| 💵 Lowest room price | 175 £ |
| 📏 Distance to centre | 4.2 km |
| ✈️ Distance to airport | 81.1 km |
| 🧳 Nearest airport | Carlisle Lake District, CAX |
Location
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