Compston House B & B

We stayed at Compston House in March 2025 for a weekend, which was a lovely, comfortable B&B. The room was small but prefect size for the two of us, with an ensuite bathroom that has been outfitted with modern facilities. The room had a double bed, wardrobe, dresser with kettle and coffee machine and a wall mounted TV. The B&B did not have parking but at check in we were provided with a parking permit allowing us to park in some of the local car parks for free. But word of warning the two closest car parks get full and after a day out I had drive around them a few times until a spot opened up. There is a bigger car park about a 5 min walk away which was the back up choice. You had plenty of choice at breakfast and what we had both mornings was delicious and you can’t beat a home cooked breakfast. The owners were friendly and welcoming. Definitely recommend staying here if you venture to Ambleside for a few days.

We had a lovely time staying at Compston House last week. The room was cozy, everything was clean, and breakfast was a real highlight. Both Megan and John were so warm and welcoming to us throughout our stay, which was much appreciated. Everything was excellent value for money - the room, the breakfast, the service, the location (perfectly situated in Ambleside within walking distance of all the shops/restaurants/cinemas) and also the parking permit, which was incredibly helpful throughout our trip. Thank you so much for such a wonderful stay - we will definitely be returning in the future!

Just back from a group of friends staying in Ambleside whilst we competed in a trail race. There were 12 of us and John and Megan were outstanding hosts. They couldn’t have been more helpful and accommodating. Rooms were clean and ranged from ‘cosy’ to spacious. Clean linen, towels and supplies topped up whenever requested outside of normal room servicing. Special thanks to Megan for feeding 12 of us (plus other guests) with breakfast all at once with efficiency and a smile all the time. Would definitely recommend and we’ve already booked for next year Oh and breakfast is brilliant.

i had a great stay at compston house megan let me check in before 4pm on the friday witch was good . i had a great sleep in the bed but the breakfast was the hightlight it kept me going all day whist out hill walking it a great location just round the corner from the bus stop .

Great B&B Excellent location, hostess are very friendly and helpful, excellent breakfast and comfy bed.

This is the second year we have stayed at Compston House and we will definitely be staying again.Megan and John are the perfect hosts and nothing is too much trouble.The rooms are spotless and the bed was so comfortable.Breakfast was lovely and the choice was exceptional.Cant fault anything at all,it was a lovely stay