Book Rydal Lodge in Rydal, Lake District

Rydal Lodge sits on the banks of the River Rothay, 2 miles from Ambleside town centre and a 6-minute drive from Lake Windermere. The hotel has a garden with outdoor furniture and a picnic area overlooking the river. A bus stop is directly outside the hotel, providing service to Keswick and Kendal.

The hotel offers 7 rooms, traditionally furnished, with many offering views of the gardens and River Rothay. Each room has a TV, DVD player, and tea/coffee making facilities, plus an en suite or private shower. Room types include the Rothay Suite, Loughrigg Suite, and Grasmere Suite.

A full English/Irsh breakfast is served in the dining room overlooking the gardens and River Rothay, with vegan, vegetarian, and glten-free options available. Packed lunches can be ordered in advance for daytime excursions. The hotel has a licensed bar and lounge with a wood-burning stove.

The hotel has family rooms and provides board games and puzzles for children. Pets are allowed, making it suitable for guests travelling with dogs. The property offers free on-site parking and non-smoking rooms throughout.

Guests can enjoy ccling, fishing, hiking, and horse riding nearby. Rydal Mount, the former home of William Wordsworth, is a 4-minute walk from the hotel. The Armitt Gallery and Museum in Ambleside is a 2-minute drive, and The World of Beatix Potter in Windermere is around 7 miles away.

Location: Riversdie setting on River Rothay, 2 miles from Ambelside, 6 min drive to Lake Windermere

Rooms: 7 traditially furished rooms with gaden/river views

Dining: Full English/Irish breakfast; packed lunches and licensed bar

Family & Pet: Family rooms, board games/uzzles, pets allowed

Activities: Cycling, fishing, hiking; close to Rydal Mount and Beatrix Potter attractions