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Thorney How Ambleside

Thorney How, Grasmere
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Type: Guest house
Check-in: 15:30-22:30
Check-out: 07:00-10:00

Overview

The 4-star Thorney How is placed in a rural area of Ambleside, within a 5-minute drive of the glacially formed Easedale Tarn Lake - very convenient if you want to immerse yourself in nature. Located 10 minutes' drive from Rydal Mount Museum, this luxury guest house features 10 rooms with views of the garden.

Location

The Wordsworth museum "Dove Cottage" is 10 minutes by car from the property, while Bridge House is set around 6 km away. The Thorney How Ambleside is 15 minutes on foot from Heaton Cooper Studio bus stop and a minute's walk from Lancrigg.

Nearby Attractions

Standing an 18-minute stroll away, St Oswald's Church is a hard-to-miss divine tourist destination.

Rooms

Offering a separate toilet and a shower, the bathrooms are also appointed with hairdryers and towels.

Dining

A restaurant serves a cooked-to-order breakfast. The lounge bar provides you with a place to unwind. For British cuisine, try Traveller's Rest Grasmere which is around 14 minutes' walk away.

Rooms & Availability

Double Room

2 max
Double
16 m² 172 ft²
Mountain view
Garden view

Dormitory Room (4 Adults)

4 max
unknown
11 m² 118 ft²
Mountain view
Garden view

Family Room - First Floor (2 Adults + 2 Children)

4 max
Family
13 m² 140 ft²
Mountain view
Garden view

Standard Double Room with Garden View

2 max
Double
12 m² 129 ft²
Mountain view
Garden view

Twin Room with Mountain View

2 max
Twin
15 m² 162 ft²
Mountain view
Garden view

Large Family Room

6 max
Family
15 m² 162 ft²
Mountain view
Garden view

Facilities

Dining

  • Electric kettle

Children's Facilities

  • Cots

Room Amenities

  • Free Wi-Fi in rooms
  • Sitting area
  • Ironing facilities
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Tourist attractions in Ambleside

Tourist attractions in Ambleside

Local sights

  • 3.2 km 2 mi Dove Cottage
  • 1.6 km 1 mi Kirkstone Pass
  • 910 m 2986 ft Lakes Art Gallery
  • 1 km 0.6 mi Sourmilk Ghyll
  • 250 m 820 ft Lancrigg
  • 1 km 0.6 mi Heaton Cooper Studio
  • 1.8 km 1.1 mi Alcock Tarn

Getting around

  • 1.3 km 0.8 mi Village Hall
  • 1.5 km 0.9 mi The Swan Hotel
  • 1.6 km 1 mi School

Dining options

  • 1.1 km 0.7 mi Mathilde's Cafe
  • 1.2 km 0.7 mi Greens Cafe & Bistro

Frequently Asked Questions

"What breakfast options are available at Thorney How?"

Breakfast includes cereal, toast, tea, coffee and juice. A cooked full English breakfast is also served, and guests can request a breakfast time the night before.

"What walking routes are near the property?"

Walking routes start at the property, with access to the fells and routes towards Helvellyn and Fairfield. Easedale Tarn is also reached by a local walking route.

"What dining facilities does Thorney How have?"

The property has a restaurant serving home-cooked evening meals, including lasagne and vegetarian lasagne. Pizza nights are held on Fridays, and a guest kitchen is available for preparing meals.

"How far is Grasmere village from the hotel?"

Grasmere village is about a 15-minute walk from the property. The village is also described as a five-minute stroll from the bunkhouse.

"What facilities are available in the bunkhouse at Thorney How?"

The bunkhouse has shared rooms with bunk beds, small lockers, toilets and hot showers. Its washroom has underfloor heating, and coded doors secure the bunkhouse.

"What room features are available?"

En-suite rooms have tea and coffee facilities, towels and a powerful shower. Rooms also have a kettle, and some have views of the surrounding mountains.

"What parking is available at Thorney How?"

The property has parking on-site. Parking is available alongside the converted farmhouse and bunkhouse accommodation.

"What food and drinks are served at the bar?"

The bar serves local beers on draught, including Barnsgate Brewery beer, as well as real ale. Wine is also available, and the bar has a varied drinks selection.

"What facilities help walkers dry their clothing and equipment?"

The property has a drying room for clothing and walking equipment. Bunkhouse washrooms have hot showers and underfloor heating.

"What assistance can staff provide with local walks?"

Staff provide walking recommendations and route tips, including advice for climbs such as Scafell Pike. They also share knowledge of the local area.