Stayed after a long walk up Helvellyn. Thought was situated in a village/close to pubs etc but a little way from Glenridding. Great location by the lake and spectacular views but don't expect to walk to a nearby village as it is a drive away. When we arrived Julie was especially welcoming as was the pot of fresh coffee in... more

This is an extremely good B & B, with an excellent proprietor. She made us feel very welcome. Our room was very tastefully furnished and the bed was ever so comfortable. Best of all - the breakfast was FAB! with just about the best sausages I've tasted. Definately return, and recommend to anybody. more

On arriving on a late fri evening we found that we had been upgraded to a luxury room which was a great bonus! The room was to a very high spec with nice touches most of which you wouldn't find in luxury hotels. Would be an excellent hotel for families too as this was a family rsuite with a seperate... more

My husband and I have just returned from the Lake District where we stayed at the lovely Ullswater View B&B. My husband has not been too well so we decided to 'get away from it all' for the weekend. We arrived at 11pm absolutely shattered after driving up from Hampshire and it was lovely to be met by Julie (the... more

My husband and I spent a long weekend at the Ullswater View. On arrival we were greeted by Julie the proprieter with a warm welcome and a lovely pot of much needed coffee. Julie was very helpful in giving us directions into the nearby towns, for cycle routes and walks. Julie also organised for a surprise bottle of Champagne for... more

I have had the pleasure of using Ullswater View (formally Gowbarrow Lodge) for the last nine years. It gets better every year as the current owner seeks to improve the facilities offered to her guests. I have read many of the reviews regarding this establishment and agree wholeheartedly with the positive comments that have been made. The welcome is always... more

we found this hotel very relaxing and friendly, with cosy rooms and stunning views.the food was probably the best food we have tasted,......we were made welcome as soon as we entered the hotel....and we would highly recommend this hotel to anyone travelling through ullswater... dave and janice ( NEWCASTLE) more

We stayed for a week and had the lovely family room.The kids enjoyed having their own separate space.The room and bathroom are clean, fresh and decorated to a high standard.We thoroughly enjoyed our cooked breakfasts especially with Julie's home made bread.Julie and the staff work very hard to make the Ullswater view a success and we look forward to going... more

Superb location, with a very warm welcome from the owner.THough there was refurbishment work going on,it did not spoil the overall enjoyment.Highly recommendable will return again when visting the lakes more