Free
Children 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

Location

Guest Reviews

9.2
Based on 1555 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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Iain • solo_traveller • gb
10
Great setting, better staff
Pros:

Beautiful setting between Ambleside and Windermere. Couldn't speak more highly of the staff - very attentive and welcoming to us both (and the dog!!)

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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mark • solo_traveller • gb
9
Pros:

Helpful staff

2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Sarahhlew22 • couple • us
9
2026-09-19 • via Nuitee
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Anthony • couple • gb
6
Pros:

Garden room with chairs/table on terrace
Dinner problem - immediately sorted

Cons:

No hand rails with bath
Adjacent room plumbing vibrating & noisy
.no disabled blue badge parking

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Howard • couple • gb
8
Peaceful
Pros:

Peaceful and space

Cons:

Location

2026-09-18 • via Nuitee
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Meimei • solo_traveller • gb
7
2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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pierre • couple • fr
8
Une bonne adresse pour un séjour à Windermere (prix honorable, qualité, originalité)
Pros:

Beau manoir meublé avec élégance. Personnel agréable. Petit déjeuner de bonne qualité. Un parking de taille respectable. Proche de Windermere et des nombreux lieux à visiter dans ce périmètre.

2026-09-17 • via Nuitee
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Christopher • couple • gb
9
Lovely place to stay
Pros:

Found the staff helpful, polite attentive and engaging, and an asset to the establishment, Dinner in the restaurant was excellent, and breakfast was also great. Had a Garden Room with a lovely view. The room was nicely appointed, comfortable and very clean. Wifi worked well. I'd willingly recommend and would certainly stay there again.

Cons:

There was nothing that caused me any concerns.

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Emma • couple • gb
7
Comfortable
Pros:

Beautiful location. Comfortable beds and excellent power shower. Staff were very friendly and helpful.

Cons:

Property seemed a little dated.

2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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steven • solo_traveller • gb
8
2026-09-16 • via Nuitee
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Jesse • solo_traveller • gb
10
Pros:

Really great stay. Clean and quiet room. The restaurant was amazing (especially the desserts). The staff were friendly and attentive.

Cons:

The only problem was the pillows were a bit too hard, but were replaced when we asked for softer ones.

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Julie • solo_traveller • gb
8
Pros:

Great location

2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Steve • couple • gb
10
2026-09-15 • via Nuitee
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Fiona • couple • gb
9
Beautiful grounds with lovely attentive staff
Pros:

Ideal location, beautiful grounds and lovely staff who were very attentive to our needs , but especially to our gorgeous Golden Retriever GO :-)

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Mike • couple • gb
9
2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Elise • couple • gb
10
Excellent
Pros:

An extremely clean, comfortable and cosy hotel in a great location.

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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John • couple • gb
8
Very pleasedcwith hotel
Pros:

Staff were very attentive

2026-09-14 • via Nuitee
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Chris • solo_traveller • gb
10
Wonderful traditional country hotel with superb food, friendly staff and comfortable rooms
Pros:

Breakfast and lunch were super, didn't have dinner as was with family elsewhere for that. Room was excellent with great furniture, nice TV and very comfortable kingsize bed. Lovely big ensuite bathroom with large tub and modern shower.

Cons:

No instructions for the coffee maker! Liked everything else!

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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Richard • couple • gb
9
Pros:

Lovely garden setting
Very friendly staff, good selection for dinner
Good breakfast
Good value for an overnight stay

Cons:

Nothing

2026-09-13 • via Nuitee
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L • couple • gb
9
A really nice stay!
Pros:

Lovely large room with huge super king bed that was very comfortable. Lovely large ensuite too! Breakfast was really good and plentiful. Parking was good although the drive was very bumpy and paths not good for high heels!

Cons:

The only thing I would say is that it would have been helpful to have a few tourist maps and info in the room along with information about dining options both in the hotel and locally.

2026-09-12 • via Nuitee