Free
Children allowed
Pets allowed

Facilities

WiFi available
Free WiFi
Parking
Free Parking
Non-smoking rooms
Restaurant
Room service
Heating
Terrace
Family rooms
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Review Highlights

Pros:
Friendly staff
Good food
Cons:
Cleanliness issues
Shower problems

Categories

Cleanliness
8.6
There were cleanliness concerns raised in some reviews about lounge areas and room upkeep.
Service
9.98
Numerous reviews praised the friendly and helpful staff.
Location
9.61
Multiple guests mentioned the perfect location for weddings and relaxation.
Room Quality
8.56
Rooms were generally comfortable, but some guests had issues with the shower and noise.
Amenities
8.59
Amenities such as the coffee machine were appreciated, but some facilities had issues.
Value for Money
9.05
Value perception was mixed, with some noting expensive food and drink.
Food and Beverage
9.6
The majority of guests enjoyed the food, though some noted variability in coffee quality.
Overall Experience
9.57
Overall, guests had enjoyable experiences with few significant complaints.
* This sentiment is summarized by AI based on user reviews.
Updated at: 2026-01-07 06:41

Property Description

Tranquil Setting near Lake Windermere
Nestled close to Lake Windermere, Briery Wood Hotel offers a serene escape surrounded by fields and woodland, just minutes away from Long Wood Bay Watersports Centre and Ambleside.

Charming Rooms and Local Cuisine
Indulge in a blend of modern and traditional decor in each room, featuring en suite bathrooms, complimentary toiletries, and modern amenities. Savor locally sourced dishes at the on-site restaurant, from Herdwick lamb to Cumbrian cheeses, all overlooking landscaped gardens.

Relaxing Amenities and Outdoor Adventures
Enjoy complimentary Wi-Fi, fine wines at Holbeck Bar, and cozy fireside tea or coffee. Explore the nearby Langdales or opt for mountain biking right from the hotel. End your day with al fresco dining on the terrace, weather permitting.

Book your tranquil retreat at Briery Wood Hotel today for a delightful Lake District getaway.

Important information:

Guests should note that the postcode displayed will not lead to the property, the Booking.com map should be used instead.

Guests that wish to bring their pets to the property are required to pay a surcharge of GBP 25 and must advise the hotel in advance that they will be bringing their pets.

If you expect to arrive outside reception opening hours, please inform Briery Wood Hotel in advance.

Late check-ins must be arranged prior to arrival.

For all bookings of 4 nights or longer, a nonrefundable deposit of 50% of the total price is required.

Please note that for bookings of 3 rooms or more, a 50% nonrefundable deposit is required.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.
A deposit may be required at the property.

Check-in and check-out hours:
Check-out: 11:00 AM
Airport code: MME

Property Policies

  • Parking

    Free private parking is possible on site (reservation is not needed).

  • Pets

    Pets are allowed on request. Charges may be applicable.

  • Internet

    WiFi is available in public areas and is free of charge.

  • Children and extra bed policy

    Children of any age are allowed.
    Children up to and including 2 years old stay for free when using an available cot.
    Children up to and including 15 years old stay for £20 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children from 16 years old to 17 years old stay for £35 per person per night when using an existing bed.
    Children from 2 years old to 15 years old stay for £20 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    People 16 years old and over stay for £35 per person per night when using an available extra bed.
    Any type of extra bed or child's cot/crib is upon request and needs to be confirmed by management.
    Supplements are not calculated automatically in the total costs and will have to be paid for separately during your stay.

Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 1479 reviews
Cleanliness: 8.6
Service: 9.98
Location: 9.61
Room Quality: 8.56
Amenities: 8.59
Value for Money: 9.05
Food and Beverage: 9.6
Overall Experience: 9.57
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Huili • couple • gb
9
2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Elena Bianca • couple • gb
8
2026-07-11 • via Nuitee
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Swaminathan • couple • gb
7
2026-07-10 • via Nuitee
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Mauricio • couple • us
6
Cloe to the lake and far from home
Pros:

Close to the lake. Dinner at location was great and the maître at the bar was really nice.

Cons:

Nobody at reception was really interested in anything so it started a bit off, almost like we were bothering, despite being only one night. The beds were very close to the nightstand/bedside table and I hit my face while I was sleeping in that corner which was very hurtful.

2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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Paul • extended_group • gb
10
2026-07-07 • via Nuitee
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stephen • solo_traveller • gb
2
SENSE OF HUMOR?.
Pros:

Good food

Cons:

requested a downstairs room if possible.as i was on crutches.On arrival i was given a room at the far end of the hotel at the top of a flight of stairs.On querying this i was told by the receptionist that they had a downstairs rooom when i but booked up but a wedding party had taken the down stairs rooms and none were now available.Even now i am trying to make sense of this explanation.I had received a text off booking.com confirming that the hotel had agreed to my request but as i had not confirmed this with the hotel itself i was in the wrong.Ok guys but you coul have let me know that you could not fullfil the requet Seems a SHAMBLES all round.I was in room 21which had a balcony, so if there had been a FIRE al least i could have jumped off it.Talk about a SENSE OF HUMOR.

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Robert • extended_group • gb
8
Character property with views of the hills and lake
Pros:

Lovely breakfast, location overlooking the lake and friendly staff

Cons:

It was very hot (unusual I know, for Lake District) and the property had no air conditioning. While older buildings of this character usually do not, it may be something we have to see if the impact of global warming continues here in the UK.

2026-07-06 • via Nuitee
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Heather • family_with_children • gb
9
Delightful
Pros:

Lovely location. Very clean. Food delicious

Cons:

Room very warm and fan not working properly

2026-07-05 • via Nuitee
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Catherine • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-07-05 • via Nuitee
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ALYSON • couple • gb
7
2026-07-05 • via Nuitee
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Y319EMhelena • Couples
10
Highly recommend
Pros:

Lovely hotel, attentive staff, quality linens and a very comfortable bed- great night’s sleep
Spotlessly clean too
Vegetarian breakfast available including oat milk

2026-07-04 • via Tripadvisor
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William A • solo_traveller • gb
7
Good
Pros:

The staff were helpful but … they only were helpful when they knew I was not happy - I arrived early evening and wanted to eat - they apparently didn’t have a table and it was raining heavily outside and I’d just driven 250 miles - I went towards my room cursing and swearing with a few choice expletives about this and little did I know one of the staff was following me - within 3 minutes I got a knock at the door apologising and offering the full menu as room service ! The food was delivered efficiently by two staff !

Cons:

The staff were helpful but … they only were helpful when they knew I was not happy - I arrived early evening and wanted to eat - they apparently didn’t have a table and it was raining heavily outside and I’d just driven 250 miles - I went towards my room cursing and swearing with a few choice expletives about this and little did I know one of the staff was following me - within 3 minutes I got a knock at the door apologising and offering the full menu as room service ! The food was delivered efficiently by two staff !

2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Joanne • solo_traveller • gb
6
Staff were great building decor and organisation needs sorting and billing!!
Pros:

Good location and friendly staff

Cons:

It’s a little tired few stains on the carpet in the room and outside. Ran out of a lot of drink options, bill was wrong lots of charges on there that were not ours! We wanted to leave early good job we didn’t! Breakfast seemed disorganised! Didn’t bother second day. Need some artwork on the walls to make you feel like you’re in nature! Recommend Brett Lydiatt wild life photographer at www.naturespassions.com I just used him for a corporate office refurb cheap and make a huge difference! Especially needed in the dining room

2026-07-04 • via Nuitee
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Margit • couple • at
5
Mittelmäßiges Hotel
Pros:

Lage schön in einem Park

Cons:

Zimmer mit Aussucht auf eine Hecke. Kein Espresso zum Frühstück möglich, Kaffee unmöglich zu trinken! Ausstattung überaltert, Speisesaal sehr lieblos mit teilweise Minitischen! Personal nicht sehr kompetent! Schade!

2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Chris • solo_traveller • gb
10
2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Wayne Nott • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Nice place for an overnight stay. Friendly staff, comfortable beds , Nice food

Cons:

Nothing

2026-07-03 • via Nuitee
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Tracy • solo_traveller • gb
8
Comfortable stay but poor breakfast
Pros:

Room was comfortable and quiet.
Staff pleasant and helpful

Cons:

Drive needs resurfacing.
Breakfast not the best. Limited options. Not much fruit. Need to cater for GF diets

2026-07-01 • via Nuitee
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David • couple • gb
7
Goo location for exploring the Lakes
Pros:

Staff were very friendly and helped us celebrate my birthday

Cons:

The coffee served with breakfast

2026-06-29 • via Nuitee
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Alan • couple • gb
9
Thoroughly enjoyed it.
Pros:

Homely and welcoming

Cons:

Nothing

2026-06-28 • via Nuitee
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midgetgem07 • Family • Cumbria, England
6
Lovely hidden little gem, but avoid room 15 in summer months
Pros:

We stayed for two nights for a wedding - Lovely staff (especially Ellie, the wedding coordinator who did absolutely everything asked of her and more), beautiful grounds and location, food was nice...our only issue was the room. Family room no 15 was absolutely awful in the heat, to the point we actually started looking at neighbouring hotels to see if they had a room free for the night. There were three fans in the room that looked like they'd been there for some time (one didn't work and one needn't have been there) and, unfortuntely, we hardly slept the entire weekend. We appreciate thay it's an old building with thick walls that retain heat, but other rooms didn't seemed to be half as bad as our family room. It was cooler in the corridor than in our room so we tried to spend as little time as possible in it (a difficult task when you have young children who still need to nap and make bottles for them). When we mentioned the unbareable heat in our room to staff we got multiple responses of "yeah it can get really hot in that room". Really appreciated the honesty and the staff were all really lovely, but given it's a known problem, in a room intended for families, the hotel would really benefit from installing an air con unit in that particular room as it ruined our time there and, unfortunately, we won't be coming back for an overnight stay. If you're a couple I would recommend a visit as the hotel is lovely and well located for exploring the local area, but personally would avoid bringing children if the weather is expected to exceed 18 degrees.

2026-06-27 • via Tripadvisor