Our stay at Haven Cottage was a special part of our holiday and we would love to have stayed longer. Tim is a charming man who greeted us with the warmest welcome, then homemade cakes and coffee - we could have stayed chatting with him all afternoon and turned it into a party! The cottage has warmth and charm and... more

We have just returned from a four day break in Haven Cottage and would definitely recommend it to anyone. From Tim's friendly welcome through to the excellent breakfast (top quality fresh fruit, cereal, full english etc.), and pleasant room we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The cottage is conveniently located just a short walk from Ambleside's centre and perfect for a... more

My boyfreind and I stayed at Haven Cottage for 2 nights earlier this month. This was my first trip to the Lake District and my ever first B&B experience.I can say without out doubt that I think I may have been spoiled rotten with Haven Cottage. The B&B is beautiful and is situated towards Rydal Water in Ambleside, its a... more

My girlfriend and I stayed here in October last year, and we’re glad we did. It was the second time my girlfriend had stayed, but my first. Our room was quite small, but it was very clean and nicely laid out. It’s not five-star luxury, but it feels like your own bedroom (minus the pants on the floor and receipts... more

My fiance and I decided to go to the Lake district for a few days, so had not booked any accomodation or had any idea where we wanted to stay We drove to suny Ambleside and called the first b&b we came across. I am pleased to see we were made very welcome by Tim and Clare. The hotel has... more

This is a great place to stay within walking distance of Ambleside main street. Tim has a lively personality and makes you feel very welcome. The "Haven Cottage" experience has something above many B&Bs with home-made cakes on arrival, board games in the sitting room, and puzzles over breakfast. The house itself has a few surprises, as Tim would be... more

A perfect location to ambelside full of places to eat and ideal fro visiting all around the lakes. The B n B is very clean, comfy, and the owners offer you lots of advice on the area, with local walks, where to eat, and pride themselves on their home made cooking for breakfast and afternoon cakes. You will not be... more

Had family over from abroad and were showing them around the UK. We unfortunately could only stay for one night in the Lake District. Tim kindly took a booking for one night only (unusual for B&Bs to do this) and took great care of us while we stayed there. Rooms were clean and well decorated; the breakfast was super even... more

Having never been to the Lake District, deciding on where to stay was difficult to say the least. Ambleside is a small town right in the middle of the Lake District and ideal for using as a base for your stay. It's not far from Windermere and keeps you away from the annoying "day trip tourists"! The main part of... more