Located in a national park, Cuckoo Brow Inn offers an upscale retreat with shopping on site and a garden. Connect to WiFi, unwind by the fireplace in the lobby or explore the arcade/game room. Previous guests rave about the helpful staff.
Reviews
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Popular amenities
Bar
Pet friendly
Free parking
Non-smoking
Free WiFi
Restaurant
Main amenities (12)
Daily housekeeping
Restaurant and bar/lounge
Breakfast available
Room service
Coffee/tea in a common area
Garden
Arcade/game room
Lobby fireplace
Multilingual staff
Gift shops/newsstands
Picnic area
Luggage storage
Feel at home (6)
Cribs/infant beds (surcharge)
Private bathroom
Television
Garden
Daily housekeeping
Coffee/tea maker
The current price is $129
$129
$155 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 30 - Mar 31
Room options
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Standard Double or Twin Room
Highlights
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
HDTV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
30 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
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Family Room
Highlights
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
HDTV
Shower/tub combination
Hair dryer
Private bathroom
35 sq m
Sleeps 4
1 King Bed and 1 Twin Bunk Bed
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Superior Room, 1 King Bed
Highlights
Soundproofed
Individually furnished
Individually decorated
Heating
HDTV
Shower/tub combination
Private bathroom
Deep soaking bathtub
30 sq m
Sleeps 3
1 King Bed
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When you stay at Cuckoo Brow Inn, you'll be within a 10-minute drive of Lake Windermere and World of Beatrix Potter. You can grab a bite to eat at the restaurant or wind down at the end of the day with a drink from the bar/lounge. Fellow travelers say great things about the helpful staff.
Languages
English, Romanian
At a glance
Hotel size
14 rooms
Arranged over 3 floors
Arriving/Leaving
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM
Check-out time is 11 AM
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 3:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Front desk staffed during limited hours
Required at check-in
Credit card, debit card, or cash deposit required for incidental charges
Government-issued photo ID may be required
Pets
Pets allowed (dogs only)*
Service animals welcome
Food and water bowls available
Internet
Free WiFi in public areas
Free WiFi in rooms
Parking
Free onsite self parking
Other information
Smoke-free property
Property amenities
Food and drink
Cooked-to-order breakfast (surcharge) each morning 7:30 AM–10:00 AM
Restaurant
Bar/lounge
Coffee/tea in a common area
Room service (limited hours)
Traveling with children
Children's games
What to do
Shopping
Mountain climbing nearby
Kayaking nearby
Services
Front desk (limited hours)
Tour/ticket assistance
Luggage storage
Multilingual staff
Facilities
Built in 1800
Garden
Picnic area
Fireplace in lobby
Arcade/game room
Accessibility
Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
Room amenities
Be entertained
32-inch LCD TV
Digital TV channels
Home comfort
Heating
Coffee/tea maker
Electric kettle
Sleep well
Soundproofed rooms
Crib/infant bed (surcharge)
What to enjoy
Individually furnished and decorated
Freshen up
Private bathroom
Free toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Stay connected
Desk
Free WiFi
Phone
More
Daily housekeeping
Access via exterior corridors
Fees & policies
Optional extras
Cooked-to-order breakfast is offered for an extra charge of approximately GBP 15.00 for adults and GBP 10.00 for children
Children & extra beds
Cribs/infant beds are available for GBP 10.0 per night
Pets
Service animals exempt from fees
Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night
Policies
This property does not have elevators.
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash.
Credit cards accepted: Visa, Mastercard
Also known as
Cuckoo Brow
Cuckoo Brow Ambleside
Cuckoo Brow Inn
Cuckoo Brow Inn Ambleside
Cuckoo Brow Inn Inn
Cuckoo Brow Inn Ambleside
Cuckoo Brow Inn Inn Ambleside
Frequently asked questions
Does Cuckoo Brow Inn offer free cancellation for a full refund?
Yes, Cuckoo Brow Inn does have fully refundable room rates available to book on our site. If you’ve booked a fully refundable room rate, this can be cancelled up to a few days before check-in depending on the property's cancellation policy. Just make sure to check this property's cancellation policy for the exact terms and conditions.
Are pets allowed at Cuckoo Brow Inn?
Yes, dogs are welcome. There's a charge of GBP 15 per pet, per night. Service animals are exempt from fees. Food and water bowls are available.
Is parking offered on site at Cuckoo Brow Inn?
Yes, there's free self parking.
What are the check-in and check-out times at Cuckoo Brow Inn?
Check-in start time: 3 PM; Check-in end time: 11 PM. Check-out time is 11 AM.
What is there to do at Cuckoo Brow Inn and nearby?
Have fun with nearby activities like boat tours, kayaking, and mountain climbing. Enjoy amenities like an arcade, a picnic area, and a garden.
Are there restaurants at or near Cuckoo Brow Inn?
Yes, there's an onsite restaurant.
What's the area around Cuckoo Brow Inn like?
Cuckoo Brow Inn is a short 16-minute walk from Lake Windermere and 11 minutes' walk from Hill Top Farm.
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Cuckoo Brow Inn Reviews
Reviews
9.0
Wonderful
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9.0/10
Cleanliness
9.2/10
Staff & service
8.4/10
Amenities
8.6/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
Reviews
8/10 Very good
Feb 17, 2025
Great place to stay, friendly helpful staff, lovely room, delicious dinner, only fault the breakfast was luke warm.
Jennifer
Jennifer, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Feb 10, 2025
Everything wonderful
The warmest welcome we have had in years. All the staff were do friendly and wonderfully Room very clean and deliciously warm. Shower great. Bar lovely with open fire. Good menu and the roast sunday evening was stupendous. Defo recommend a stay
Fiona
Fiona, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 25, 2024
Weekend away!
Amazing couple of days away! This hotel could not do enough for you! The food was delicious, service and atmosphere fabulous.
We would definitely recommend The Cuckoo Brow 5*
Jane
Jane, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jul 28, 2023
Beautiful location, lovely hotel, friendly staff, great food, just perfect.
Alison
Alison, 2-night trip
8/10 Very good
Nov 17, 2024
The Inn was in a quiet village near Hawkshead. The dinner and breakfast menu and food served was really good and tasty. The room facilities were ok - but a lot of noise from the people in the room above walking around.
Julian
Julian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 31, 2024
Lovely stay.
Room clean and comfortable, staff very helpful and cheerful.
Joanna
Joanna, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 20, 2022
A really great place to stay and eat, dogs welcome everywhere and a warm welcome.
Richard
Richard, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 22, 2024
A very traditional style Inn with old world charm, a bit tired in place but more than made up for by friendly staff and excellent food.
Brian
Brian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 14, 2023
Excellent stay
Super hotel excellent food very friendly and helpful staff.
A beautiful area in which to stay
Richard
Richard, 3-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 30, 2023
Dogs loved their stay, so did we!
Great Location and dog friendly. Lovely Inn with open fires.
Gary
Gary, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Apr 15, 2024
Family Managed Property, comfy, clean and top food
The staff , chef and management were excellent. The food was amazing, the bed super comfy, the setting quiet.
It is run by a Mauritian family and they were super charming and really understood the importance of good hospitality.
Bruce
Bruce, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Dec 19, 2022
Comfy beds, lovely bathroom and friendly staff. Food was amazing.
Victoria
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 21, 2023
Enjoyed our stay. Excellent food. Fantastic service, staff were very friendly and welcoming.
Carrie
Carrie, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Sep 21, 2023
Lovely Hotel in a great location
A really lovely hotel in a great location close to Hawkshead. Great service from the family running the hotel, and lovely food in the restaurant. We stayed one night with our little dog and he was made very much at home with a truly 'pet friendly' welcome.
Philip
Philip, 1-night trip
8/10 Very good
Jul 4, 2024
Gorgeous view of the fjord - couldn't do better. The reception area had a bit of cigarette oder but the room and breakfast room were fresh and clean. The hosts were kind and the breakfast wonderful.
John
John, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Sep 5, 2023
Family with dogs
Really dog friendly and gorgeous hotel in stunning surroundings
Jayne
Jayne, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Mar 30, 2024
Fantastic find
The staff here were wonderful very attentive. The rooms a good size and clean couldn't fault. We had breakfast and evening meals on two nights and they were excellent
Stephen
Stephen, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
May 30, 2024
The ideal B&B
My brother and I had an excellent stay at the Cuckoo Brow Inn. The Cuckoo Brow Inn is the ideal quaint B&B in the Lake District for a very reasonable rate. The staff were very friendly, the restaurant served up delicious traditional Cumbrian fare for breakfast and dinner, and the room was comfortable and updated (appreciated the clawfoot tub). Couldn't have asked for more.
Ian
Ian, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 10, 2022
George was very helpful,the food was excellent
Katherine
Katherine, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Aug 29, 2023
Lovely large room/bathroom & clawfoot tub. Friendly staff.
Kevin
Kevin, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 28, 2022
Quiet area with easy access to surrounding villages/towns
Gary
Gary, 2-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Oct 18, 2023
outstanding
Beautiful location with lovely walks and views. Lovely room - we had room 1 - and dog friendly. Great meal. Excellent service Will return I am sure
a
a, 1-night trip
10/10 Exceptional
Jun 7, 2023
Amazing area, slightly quiet than staying in other towns around the lakes. I have an eating intolerance, which the staff were happy to help with adding a fridge into my room for pre-prepared food than I bring which was really helpful. Lovely helpful staff, great parking and all round lovely stay. Would recommend and would come again
Jack
Jack, 4-night trip
6/10 Good
Jan 19, 2023
like location.
Jeffrey
10/10 Exceptional
Nov 18, 2022
Great little find
Great stay and service under the new owners, food/menu was beautiful and rooms were lovely. We were able to bring our dog which is amazing - they have a wide selection of dog food and treats too in reception. Hotel is located a short walk from the Windermere ferry and surrounded by lovely walks. Would recommend.