Located in Ambleside, Nanny Brow is in the historical district and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Windermere and Coniston Water. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Ambleside Climbing Wall or Parkside Road.
Free cooked-to-order breakfast, a terrace and a garden are just a few of the amenities provided at Nanny Brow. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi, and guests can find other amenities, such as dry cleaning/laundry services and 2 bars.
You'll also enjoy perks such as:
A front desk safe, tour/ticket information and luggage storage
Smoke-free property
Room features
All guest rooms at Nanny Brow offer amenities, such as free WiFi and minibars, as well as free bottled water and room service.
Other conveniences in all rooms include:
Designer toiletries and hairdryers
Flat-screen TVs with digital channels
Dishwashers, ovens and rice cookers
Languages
English
Property amenities
Internet
Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
Available in some public areas: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
No on-site parking available
Food and drink
Free cooked-to-order breakfast
2 bars/lounges
Conveniences
Laundry facilities
Limited-hour front desk
Luggage storage
Safe at front desk
Guest services
Daily housekeeping
Dry cleaning/laundry service
Tour and ticket assistance
Outdoors
Garden
In a national park
In the mountains
Picnic area
Terrace
Accessibility
No lift
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Built in 1903
Floor
Smoke-free property
Room amenities
Bedroom
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
Designer toiletries
Hair dryer
Towels
Entertainment
Flat-screen TV with digital channels
Food and drink
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Free bottled water
Hob
Microwave on request
Minibar
Oven
Refrigerator on request
Rice cooker
Room service
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Iron/ironing board on request
Policies
Check-in
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM
Late check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10 AM
Late check-out subject to availability
A late check-out fee will be charged
Special check-in instructions
The front desk is open daily from 7:30 AM - 10:30 PM
Guests will receive an email 72 hours before arrival with check-in instructions; front desk staff will greet guests on arrival
Access methods
Staffed front desk
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children 11 and younger are not allowed at this property; all guests older than 11 are welcome
Rollaway/extra beds are not available.
Cots (infant beds) are not available
Payment types at the property
Important information
Optional extras
Late check-out is available for a fee (subject to availability)
The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.
You need to know
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards and cash
We should mention
This property does not have any lifts
Children 11 years old and younger are not permitted at this property
Property is also known as
Nanny Brow B&B Ambleside
Nanny Brow B&B
Nanny Brow Ambleside
Nanny Brow Ambleside Lake District
Nanny Brow Hotel Ambleside
Nanny Brow House
Nanny Brow Ambleside
Nanny Brow Bed & breakfast
Nanny Brow Bed & breakfast Ambleside
Frequently asked questions
Is Nanny Brow pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at Nanny Brow?
This bed & breakfast doesn't offer parking.
What time is check-in at Nanny Brow?
Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; check-in end time: 7:00 PM. Late check-in is available during limited hours.
What time is check-out at Nanny Brow?
Checkout is at 10 AM. Late checkout is available for a fee (subject to availability).
Where is Nanny Brow located?
Situated in the historical district, this luxury bed & breakfast is within 1 mile (2 km) of White Platts Recreation Ground and Lake Windermere. Ambleside Climbing Wall and Borrans Park are also within 2 miles (3 km).
Nanny Brow Reviews
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
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Huge positives: beautiful location, superb views, lovely house, very clean room in very good condition, excellent shower/en suite in very good condition, good breakfast. All deserving of a nine out of ten rating.
BUT: we were put on edge by the house rules. Given that this is an expensive B&B we would not expect to be on edge! Different terms were emailed to us after booking. Tight timing/regimented breakfast [8.30 - 9.00]. Room cleaning at certain times - or you miss it! Early check out with surcharges if you were even a little delayed in departure.
The negatives brought down our rating - without the negatives the ratings should be 9/10 [although an expensive B&B].
At GBP200 per night, this place should be avoided. Bed uncomfortable, location inconvenient but the main issue is the stupid rules they impose (not mentioned at the time the property was booked, I might add). Breakfast only served within a 30 minute window (0830-0900) on weekdays and 45 minutes on weekends (0830-0915). Takeaway food is totally forbidden on the premises (penalties and expulsion threatened). Yet they don't offer food themselves after breakfast. They do offer to serve you a drink from the bar but you have to ring a number as the place isn't staffed most of the time. These people should not be hospitality sector operators. On the plus side, bathroom great, wifi decent but it should only be used as a last resort. Definitely not wheelchair friendly for those that need that.
Very comfortable room, good breakfast choice, magnificent location and views. Staff friendly and helpful. Location is just over a mile from Ambleside centre.
Been before, came back.. very nice rooms, with fresh cake provided
in your room each day. We were in the annex, which has it's own lounge - very nice.
Walks to Wray Castle and up onto the hills right outside the door, with details of several walks provided in the hotel. More breakfast than I could eat, really recommend the cumbrian breakfast though..
Lovingly restored , fabulous location , good views , comfortable beds , modern bathrooms . Locally sourced well cooked breakfast . A good walk from the back of the property and lots more help to choose others