The Cuckoo Brow Inn
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1 room, 2 adults, 0 children
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The Cuckoo Brow Inn
Far Sawrey, Claife, Cumbria, LA22 0LQ, United Kingdom
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Highlights
Free parking
Delicious breakfast
Lots to do
Pets welcomeAmenities
Private parkingFree
Luggage storage
Golf course
Restaurant
Hiking
Conference room
Wi-Fi in public areas
Bar
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Property Description
When you stay at Cuckoo Brow Inn in Ambleside, you'll be in a national park, a 2-minute drive from Lake Windermere and 10 minutes from World of Beatrix Potter. This inn is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Hill Top Farm and 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Claife Viewing Station and Windermere West Shore.
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8.8/10
Very GoodCleanliness8.9
Amenities8.7
Location8.8
Service8.8
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Surroundings
Train: Windermere
(19.4 km)
Train: Oxenholme Lake District Railway Station
(36.4 km)
Landmarks: Saint Peter's Parish Church Sawrey
(350m)
Landmarks: National Trust - Hill Top
(790m)
Landmarks: Hill Top Beatrix Potter House
(860m)
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Services & Amenities
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8
Family Room
1 bunk bed and 1 king bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Towels
Garden view
Private toilet
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6
Standard Double or Twin Room
2 single beds and 1 king bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Towels
Garden view
Private toilet
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6
Superior King Room
1 king bed
Non-smoking
Private bathroom
Towels
Wardrobe
Desk
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1
Double Room
1 double bed
Has window
Non-smoking
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Guest Reviews
8.8/10
Very Good
75 reviews
Verified Reviews- Cleanliness8.9
- Amenities8.7
- Location8.8
- Service8.8
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Anonymous User
August 26, 2024
I stayed in so many hotels in the UK this time, but this was the only one that ******. This is basically a family hotel run by Indians, not a chain hotel, and I was really fooled. We are a family of three with one child. They said the room was too small to accommodate us, so they charged us an extra two nights of 1,200 RMB. But then they said there were no rooms available and they only changed the room for the second night. Why did they charge us two extra nights? This problem does not exist when staying in other hotel chains. This kind of thing happens in small family hotels, and Ctrip should not list such hotels. Comparing the service and price, it is better to book a chain hotel if possible. The facilities are also very average, just a mountain hut, small and damp. As for the location, it is very close to Windermere Railway Station as the crow flies, but this is a deception. In fact, you can't get there. You need enough time to take the ferry, and then you have to transfer to the bus. Transportation is very inconvenient. We came out of the train station and took a taxi around the lake for 30 minutes, which cost 400 RMB.
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jkmon
May 29, 2024
The service is first-class, but the hotel is in a remote location, which is very inconvenient if you don't drive yourself. The hotel has a bar service, and many nearby guests come to eat and drink
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Linzi
May 15, 2025
Comfortable and compact
Booked a double room online for myself priced £144. My husband decided to join me and there was an extra charge of £30. I needed an early start as was offered porridge, a banana and a yoghurt takeaway.
My husband went for breakfast and there was very little in the way of offerings which was little disappointing. The room was comfortable and quiet and very close to Cunsey if you are booking for The Lap.
michael
May 13, 2025
Excellent and enjoyable stay
Helpful, friendly and efficient service alongside a comfortable room and good food have all contributed to an enjoyable stay.
Guest User
May 12, 2025
Holidaying in the area for a long weekend with friends, booked this place a couple of weeks in advance with the hope of a good lunch and was not disappointed. Lovely food and great service from what seemed like a family run business , nothing more to be said. Thank you all!
Owen
May 12, 2025
An extremely love
A truly fabtastic stay!!!
I took part in "The Lap" 47 mile ultramarathon on the Saturday and was booked to stay Friday through to checkout on Sunday.
I actually finished work early and asked if i could add a day on. The hosts were very accommodating and so i stayed an extra night.
When i got there, the staff were very welcoming, the bar was fully stocked with lots of drinks and crisps too.
The room was very comfortable, great bathroom and very comfy bed.
The service was excellent. The room was made everyday and restocked. Fantastic!!
Evening Meal was gorgeous. Very high quality food and a good selection.
Breakfast was impossible for me as i had to leave at 5am for the race so the hosts made me a breakfast bag, which i thought was very kind of them.
Breakfast the Sunday morning was very nice. Good selection if cereals, toast, fruit, coffee, tea, juices etc.
I VERY HIGHLY recommend the Cuckoo Brow not only for the comfort and location to the Lake Windermere, but the hosts too. Very very lovely people who make your stay very comfortable.
Im doing The Lap again next year and my girlfriend has already booked our stay here for 2026 ( Miss Jackson) so that shows you how good it is.
Maps01658641606
April 19, 2025
If you are looking for peace and quiet, good food, comfortable rooms and the friendliest staff, then this is the place for you. We had a lovely 3 night stay, away from the chaos that was Windermere and Ambleside but still within walking and driving distance. So much to see and do nearby. Definitely recommend, especially if you have or like dogs as they are well catered for as well.
Guest User
May 3, 2025
We had a 3 night stay at Cuckoo Brow Inn. The property is clean and full of character, the food is amazing and varied. The beds were so comfortable no problem sleeping at all. The Inn is family run and they cannot do enough for you, welcoming, friendly and thoughtful. The Inn is on the quiet side of Windemere Lake but is easy to get across the lake by ferry. While there it was my husbands birthday and the family went out of there way to celebrate by putting balloons, banner and chocolates in our room and also singing happy birthday and putting a candle on a pudding at our evening meal. We will definitely be staying with them again and recommending the Inn to others. Thank you to all at Cuckoo Brow Inn.
Clare
April 30, 2025
Lovely welcome and helped with my bag. The room was large warm and very comfortable. Food and service was excellent can’t fault anything!
Services & Amenities
Most Popular Amenities
Private parking
Free
Luggage storage
Golf course
Off-site
Restaurant
Hiking
Conference room
Additional charge
Wi-Fi in public areas
Bar
Restaurant
Bar
Restaurant
Restaurant
No additional info available
More Amenities
Internet
Wi-Fi in public areas
Parking
Private (exclusively for guests) is available On-site parking. Reservation not needed.
Private parking
Free
Front Desk Services
Luggage storage
VIP check-in service
Front desk (limited hours)
Languages Spoken
English
Food & Drink
Room service
Lobby bar
Bar
Health & Wellness
Golf course
Off-site
Mountain climbing
Off-site
Sailing
Off-site
Hiking
Kayaking
Off-site
Activities
Gaming area
Fishing
Public Areas
Garden
No smoking in public areas
Picnic area
Smoking area
Facilities for Children
Kids' board games/puzzles
Children's meals available
Business Services
Fax/copying service
Additional charge
Conference room
Additional charge
Accessibility
Stair-free main entrance
Safety & Security
Smoke detector
CCTV in public areas
Fire extinguisher
First aid kit
Property Policies
Check-in and Check-out Times
Check-in: 15:00–23:00
Check-out: 08:00–11:00
Front desk hours: [Mon-Sun]15:00–23:00
Child Policies
Children of all ages are welcome at this property.
Additional fees may be charged for children using existing beds. Add the number of children to get a more accurate price.
Cribs and Extra Beds
For all room types, cribs can be added. Extra bed policies vary according to room type. Please refer to the relevant room type policy.
Fees for extra beds and cribs are not included in the total and must be paid at the hotel.
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Children 1 year old and under | Extra crib: £10.00 (approx. PHP 738.79) per person per night |
Breakfast
TypeContinental, Full English/Irish, Gluten-free, Vegan, Vegetarian
StyleBuffet
| Age | Fee |
|---|---|
Adult | Buffet:£15.16 (approx. PHP 1,120.00) per person |
Additional breakfast fees are not included in the total and need to be paid at the property.
Pets
Pets are allowedAdditional charge
Types of pets allowed: dogs
Fee: £10.00 (approx. PHP 738.79) per pet per night
Service Animals
Service animals are allowed
Age Requirements
The main guest checking in must be at least 18 years old
Paying at the Hotel
- Cash
Property Description
- Opened: 1800
- Number of Rooms: 14
When you stay at Cuckoo Brow Inn in Ambleside, you'll be in a national park, a 2-minute drive from Lake Windermere and 10 minutes from World of Beatrix Potter. This inn is 0.5 mi (0.9 km) from Hill Top Farm and 0.9 mi (1.5 km) from Claife Viewing Station and Windermere West Shore.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and an arcade/game room. Additional amenities at this inn include gift shops/newsstands, a fireplace in the lobby, and tour/ticket assistance.
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the inn's room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include multilingual staff, luggage storage, and coffee/tea in a common area. Free self parking is available onsite.
Stay in one of 14 guestrooms featuring LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and coffee/tea makers.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as complimentary wireless internet access and an arcade/game room. Additional amenities at this inn include gift shops/newsstands, a fireplace in the lobby, and tour/ticket assistance.
Enjoy a meal at the restaurant, or stay in and take advantage of the inn's room service (during limited hours). Quench your thirst with your favorite drink at the bar/lounge. Cooked-to-order breakfasts are available daily from 7:30 AM to 10:00 AM for a fee.
Featured amenities include multilingual staff, luggage storage, and coffee/tea in a common area. Free self parking is available onsite.
Stay in one of 14 guestrooms featuring LCD televisions. Complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected, and digital programming is available for your entertainment. Private bathrooms have complimentary toiletries and hair dryers. Conveniences include phones, as well as desks and coffee/tea makers.