Holmeshead is a traditional Lake District hill farm of great character offering Bed and Breakfast near Skelwith Bridge. A Superior Bed and Breakfast (B&B) between Ambleside and Hawkshead. We now also have a Lake District self catering caravan!
Its beautiful location just above the tiny hamlet of Skelwith Fold is isolated, peaceful and quiet, yet only 10 minutes drive from the bustle of Ambleside, one of Lakeland's major tourist centres with every facility and amenity, or from Hawkshead, a picturesque village with interesting history, shops, cafes and pubs.The fine Langdale valley, one of England's most famous walking and climbing areas, is about 15 minutes' drive away.
The farm rears sheep and is run by Edward Ireton, while his wife Judith looks after the guests. The farmhouse dates from the 17th century. The farm buildings and yard are adjoining and there is usually something interesting going on outside, while the friendly farm dogs ask you politely to play. To the south of the house, extensive undulating lawns invite you to stroll and enjoy the unspoilt view, or relax and take a drink, while in the pond the wildlife waits to be discovered.
Its beautiful location just above the tiny hamlet of Skelwith Fold is isolated, peaceful and quiet, yet only 10 minutes drive from the bustle of Ambleside, one of Lakeland's major tourist centres with every facility and amenity, or from Hawkshead, a picturesque village with interesting history, shops, cafes and pubs.The fine Langdale valley, one of England's most famous walking and climbing areas, is about 15 minutes' drive away.
The farm rears sheep and is run by Edward Ireton, while his wife Judith looks after the guests. The farmhouse dates from the 17th century. The farm buildings and yard are adjoining and there is usually something interesting going on outside, while the friendly farm dogs ask you politely to play. To the south of the house, extensive undulating lawns invite you to stroll and enjoy the unspoilt view, or relax and take a drink, while in the pond the wildlife waits to be discovered.
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A very comfortable Bed and Breakfast near Ambleside.
Built during the 17th century, its character and structural features have been preserved during modernisation and it has a warm welcoming atmosphere combined with the charm of earlier times.
At the rear, beneath the fellside which slopes gently upwards to meadows, there is a picturesque flagged yard which forms the guests' entrance.
The breakfast room forms a cosy lounge in the evenings with real fires when necessary.
We serve a generous full English breakfast, with vegetarian lighter alternatives, with special diets catered for.
Built during the 17th century, its character and structural features have been preserved during modernisation and it has a warm welcoming atmosphere combined with the charm of earlier times.
At the rear, beneath the fellside which slopes gently upwards to meadows, there is a picturesque flagged yard which forms the guests' entrance.
The breakfast room forms a cosy lounge in the evenings with real fires when necessary.
We serve a generous full English breakfast, with vegetarian lighter alternatives, with special diets catered for.
Bring your horse and ride the Lake District!
Horse Holidays in the Lakes!
Stunning scenery and so easy to ride with so many miles of bridal paths, The Langdales, Rydal, Coniston, Claife, Grizedale are all easy to ride from Holmeshead Farm.
We have stables for your horse(s) or it could be out in one of our safe fields.
Our stables are very large, and have accommodated easily the 'Heavy Horses' from Millom, including a Suffolk Punch, a Shire and two Ardennes.
We have our own haylage and straw available.
Horse Holidays in the Lakes!
Stunning scenery and so easy to ride with so many miles of bridal paths, The Langdales, Rydal, Coniston, Claife, Grizedale are all easy to ride from Holmeshead Farm.
We have stables for your horse(s) or it could be out in one of our safe fields.
Our stables are very large, and have accommodated easily the 'Heavy Horses' from Millom, including a Suffolk Punch, a Shire and two Ardennes.
We have our own haylage and straw available.
Ambleside is an attractive small town of about 2500 people situated in the centre of the Lake District National Park, about 1 mile from the head of Lake Windermere.
It is at the hub of the area's road system and all parts of the National Park are within 1 hour's drive.
Many fine mountain and valley walks, both easy and strenuous, start from the town.
Ambleside's tourist facilities are highly developed.
It has a vast choice of restaurants, cafes and pubs.
It offers high quality shopping, particularly for art, gifts and outdoor wear.
It is at the hub of the area's road system and all parts of the National Park are within 1 hour's drive.
Many fine mountain and valley walks, both easy and strenuous, start from the town.
Ambleside's tourist facilities are highly developed.
It has a vast choice of restaurants, cafes and pubs.
It offers high quality shopping, particularly for art, gifts and outdoor wear.
The easiest approach to Holmeshead is from Ambleside.
Leave the town on the A593 towards Coniston.
After 1 1/2 miles, turn left at the sign to Hawkshead (B5286).
After 300 metres, turn right along a narrow road running alongside the river, which is on your right.
At the next T junction, turn left.
After about 400 metres you will see the sign for 'Holmeshead Farm'.
Turn left into the drive.
Leave the town on the A593 towards Coniston.
After 1 1/2 miles, turn left at the sign to Hawkshead (B5286).
After 300 metres, turn right along a narrow road running alongside the river, which is on your right.
At the next T junction, turn left.
After about 400 metres you will see the sign for 'Holmeshead Farm'.
Turn left into the drive.
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