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Nanny Brow

South Lakeland, Cumbria

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4.6/5

FantasticFrom 50 reviews

5.0/513 Apr 2020

Tracy • Couple Trip

Wonderful welcome, clean warm room. Good breakfast included vegitarian options.

5.0/525 Oct 2019

Verified traveler • Couple Trip

Second time back and just as charming as ever. Sue and the team has managed the property in good condition even though it’s been like 7 years since I visited last. Ambleside is a very central location in the Lake District area with many choices for dining and activities. The outstanding part of the room is the amazing bathroom with big shower and strong water pressure enabling you to comfortable relax after a long day of hiking. Definitely a recommend if you are looking for a homey place with all the comforts.

5.0/59 Jun 2018

Verified traveler

Very comfortable room, good breakfast choice, magnificent location and views. Staff friendly and helpful. Location is just over a mile from Ambleside centre.

5.0/56 Jun 2018

Tim

Been before, came back.. very nice rooms, with fresh cake provided in your room each day. We were in the annex, which has it's own lounge - very nice. Walks to Wray Castle and up onto the hills right outside the door, with details of several walks provided in the hotel. More breakfast than I could eat, really recommend the cumbrian breakfast though..

5.0/53 Jun 2018

andrew • Couple Trip

Lovingly restored , fabulous location , good views , comfortable beds , modern bathrooms . Locally sourced well cooked breakfast . A good walk from the back of the property and lots more help to choose others

5.0/513 May 2018

Vince

We had a excellent experience at Nanny Brow. The house is beautiful, the views are outstanding and the the service was first class.

5.0/59 May 2018

Verified traveler

Beautiful hotel in the hills around Ambleside...very nicely done. Excellent staff and breakfast. Nice meeting the dogs and the cat as well!

5.0/51 Nov 2017

Deborah • Couple Trip

We had a fantastic stay in Nanny Brow. We stayed in the Whitwell suite which was very comfortable and beautifully furnished, and had great views of the Brathay Valley. The house itself is lovely and set in beautiful gardens. The breakfast was delicious and the staff are very friendly and helpful. Nanny Brow is well situated for walkers and there is a nice walk into Ambleside from the house. There are also plenty of great restaurants nearby and Sue, when we booked, very helpfully provided a list of recommended places to eat. This definitely was a luxurious experience.

5.0/520 Sep 2017

Mindy

Stayed in the Skelwith room. Lovely view and beautiful walking trails, complete with a babbling brook. Choice of made-to-order breakfast. All of the staff were also incredibly friendly.

5.0/519 Sep 2017

Wendy • Couple Trip

Can't recommend this beautiful Arts and Crafts guesthouse highly enough. We were made very welcome and enjoyed our chats with Sue during our stay. Room was lovely, comfortable, beautifully decorated with lots of thoughtful touches that we appreciated. Breakfast was delicious and all the team working at Nanny Brow were delightful. Thankyou - we really enjoyed our stay with you.

5.0/54 Sep 2017

Jeff

Beautiful location, wonderful room with absolutely stunning views (Brathay Junior Suite), spotlessly clean with fresh cakes daily and selection of specialty teas. Large, wonderfully presented en-suite shower room with wonderfully powerful shower. Friendly animals and even friendlier staff, with nothing too much trouble. Breakfasts were simply wonderful — amazing cooked breakfasts, or scotch pancakes/porridge/scrambled egg with smoked salmon etc, selection of cereals, a huge bowl of the tastiest fruit salad. We would both love to return here.

5.0/529 Aug 2017

DebVin

Extremely helpful staff. Excellent, easy to follow suggestions for beautiful walks. Best fruit salad we have ever had! Outstanding views from the bedroom window. A fantastic place to stay!

5.0/529 Aug 2017

Gregoire • Family Trip

Amazing B&B with very nice suites and just at the right distance from the nearby cities. In short it is the perfect place to have some rest.

5.0/528 Aug 2017

Verified traveler

We had such a lovely stay here, wish we'd booked for longer. We found ourselves not wanting to go out sightseeing because it was so comfortable and peaceful.

5.0/514 Aug 2017

Kelvin • Couple Trip

Absolutely lovely stay, loads of character and charm with nice touches that made the stay special. The view and breakfast were absolutely amazing

5.0/54 Aug 2017

Donna • Couple Trip

My husband and I stayed at Nanny Brow for 2 nights in July. We stayed in the Loweswater suite and it was perfect. It was very clean and well designed. The breakfast was perfect with buffet style and full breakfast available. All food was top quality as was the service we received. The bonus was that we had fresh baked cake everyday of our stay. I can not fault this hotel. If you go here you will not be disappointed.

5.0/57 Jul 2017

Kevin • Couple Trip

Nanny Brow was exactly what you would expect from a 5 star Guest house. Spotless, very comfortable and terrific staff. Breakfast was exceptional and the home baking in the room was a very nice touch.

5.0/529 Jun 2017

older tourists

Everything was excellent. Freshed cooked breakfast to order. Two small concerns. No elevator so be sure to request a first floor room if walking up stairs is a problem. Also the Nanny Brow does not have a restaaurant so all other meals must be taken elsewhere. However, there is so much to see and do in the lake district, we were always outside anyway.

5.0/526 Jun 2017

horace

It's an good experience. Sue is a very good host. And the breakfast is delicious.

5.0/511 Jun 2017

keith • Couple Trip

We have had a truly lovely three day break the hotel the service and breakfast was excellent

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Clappersgate, Ambleside, England, GB

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Check-in Procedure

Check-in4:00 PM-7:00 PM

Check-out10:00 AM

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, debit cards, and cash
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

The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:30 PM. Guests will receive an email within 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions. The front desk is staffed during limited hours. Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools.

Want to check in early? Fill out the Special Requests form on the booking page.

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Children 11 years old and younger are not permitted at this property.

About Nanny Brow

Nanny Brow Location
When you stay at Nanny Brow in Ambleside, you'll be in the historical district, within a 15-minute drive of Lake Windermere and Ullswater. This luxury bed & breakfast is 1.2 mi (1.9 km) from Rothay Park and 1.2 mi (2 km) from White Platts Recreation Ground.

Nanny Brow Facility and Service
Take in the views from a terrace and a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access. Additional amenities at this bed & breakfast include tour/ticket assistance and a picnic area.

Nanny Brow Rooms
Make yourself at home in one of the 14 guestrooms featuring minibars and flat-screen televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Bathrooms have designer toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include coffee/tea makers and rice cookers, and housekeeping is provided daily.

Restaurant and Cafe
Take advantage of the bed & breakfast's room service. Relax with a refreshing drink at one of the 2 bars/lounges. A complimentary cooked-to-order breakfast is included.

Room Type and Price

Thu, 27 Aug 2026 - Fri, 28 Aug 2026 (1 night)

1 Room, 1 Adult, 0 Children