Waterhead Travel Guide
Tourist Guide





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Rothay Garth
Great situation, friendly and helpful service.We have been before and will return again
Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026

The Waterhead Inn - The Inn Collection group
Parking restricated but overall good stay
Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026

Windermere Rooms at The Wateredge Inn
We stayed in the ‘Windermere rooms at the Wateredge Inn’ as a last minute break with our pet. In our opinion the short stay ticked every box from arrival to departure. The staff were all friendly and polite. The Inn is at the edge of the lake with plenty of seating both inside and outside looking ...
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026

Fell View
Very pleasant small property. 5 mins walk from central Ambleside. Well equipped and warm. Perhaps a bit small for a family of 4 but great for two people. Nicely decorated with thoughtful touches. Only one parking space but a car park 4 mins walk down the hill. Would recommend.
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

Violet Cottage
The property was immaculate. Every room was very clean and tidy. Very comfortable for 2 adults, not sure how 4 adults would feel as it might be a bit on the small side, especially if you are tall people as the ceilings are low. Parking might be a bit tricky. There is space outside for one car, although ...
Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025

Hapimag Burnside Park Apartments
Popular places to visit

Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water
You can learn about the history of Grasmere with a stop at Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the spas in this relaxing area.

Ambleside Pier
Explore the waterfront in Waterhead with a trip to Ambleside Pier. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Rydal Mount
Wander through the picturesque grounds of Wordsworth’s family home and imagine how the views of lakes inspired him to write.

Dove Cottage
Visit the 17th-century house where William Wordsworth lived for almost a decade and wrote some of his most celebrated works.

Rydal Water
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Rydal Water during your travels in Lakes.

Harrison Stickle
Explore the great outdoors at Harrison Stickle, a lovely green space in Lakes. Visit the spas and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Activities

MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure - Sightseeing Day Trip Tour

MANCHESTER: Lake District Adventure Sightseeing Day Trip

Lake District: Beatrix Potter Half-Day Tour

Literary Lake District – Online Self-Guided Road Trip Plan

Cumbrian Coast - Online Self Guided Road Trip Plan



