During our recent stay at Meadowcroft Guest House, my partner and I were thoroughly impressed by the exceptional experience provided. From the moment we arrived, the staff's warm and friendly demeanor made us feel truly welcome. Our room was spacious and impeccably clean, featuring a comfortable king-size bed and large windows that offered a delightful view of the surrounding countryside. The en-suite bathroom was well-appointed, complete with complimentary toiletries. We also appreciated the in-room tea and coffee making facilities, which added a cozy touch to our mornings.​ Although we didn't realize that breakfast was included in our stay and therefore didn't partake, we've since learned that Meadowcroft offers a generous full English breakfast in their comfortable dining room. The guest house's location in Ings Village is ideal for exploring the Lake District. We found it conveniently situated for visits to nearby attractions, and the ample parking provided made our excursions hassle-free.​ Overall, our experience at Meadowcroft Guest House was nothing short of exceptional. The combination of comfortable accommodations, attentive staff, and a prime location makes it a perfect choice for anyone looking to explore the Lake District. We wholeheartedly give it a five-star rating and look forward to returning in the future.

Nothing it was perfect

Meadowcroft is in a great location for exploring the Lakes District, less than 20-30 minutes drive to Windermere, Ambleside, Hawkshead and Coniston. As an old building, it had a few creaks, but also lots of charm and was pleasantly decorated. The rooms are good-sized by UK standards, very clean and comfortable (including the bed), with lots of storage space. Bathroom was good sized and had plenty of towels (washcloths and hand towels and bath towel for each person!), which is an unexpected luxury in the UK. Good water pressure and plenty of hot water. Breakfast was great - very generous continental breakfast offerings, plus full flexibility in terms of mixing and matching amongst the hot offerings. Breakfast room was bright and cheerful. It was also lovely to have a sitting room upstairs that guests could use, with a comfy sofa, tv, microwave and extra dishes. As we had to leave early our last morning (before breakfast service started), the team were very happy to let us use the upstairs fridge to store continental breakfast things overnight, so we could still have breakfast. Very easy and accommodating check-in process, even for a late arrival. Although not really in town, there is a fun pub just a few minutes walk away, so we didn't have to drive into town for dinner if we didn't want to. Debbie was very entertaining - a born host!

Only downside is that it is right on the main road heading toward Windermere - a bit on the noisy side from traffic until late evening, when it became very quiet. It wasn't much of a problem for us, and they very thoughtfully provided ear plugs in our room, which was much appreciated.

The Guest House is very well decorated clean and fresh. Our bedroom was a good size very comfortable bed with a TV and tea and coffee facilities. Excellent shower is very powerful in a separate cubicle. There is a small lounge for guests to use with a fridge and microwave. Very nice dining room and breakfast was excellent with friendly accommodating staff. Looked a bit out of the way on the map but perfect location as a base for touring the lakes. Bus stop outside. Londis supermarket next door at the garage that stocks most things you might want including food and drinks. Five min walk to a lovely pub that had a good choice of drinks and great food menu. What we had was excellent. On site car park We were very pleased with our choice and happy to recommend.

Nothing we had a great stay

We would award 20 stars for this wonderful accommodation if we could... Completely faultless from check in to check out and the best place we have ever had the pleasure to stay. Everywhere was spotlessly clean and the bedroom was immaculate and very comfortable with an astonishing amount of storage. Everything we could have wished for was supplied, tea, coffee, sugar, milk etc.. Plus there was a little lounge where we could relax with a reading book, play cards or just sit and think how fortunate we were to have found this gem of a place to stay. There was ample parking outside and the location was just perfect with a lovely river flowing past nearby and a very good pub just two minutes away which provided food and drink of the highest quality where we were made very welcome. Our hosts at Meadowcroft were Debbie and Jackie who are two lovely ladies who provided an excellent breakfast every morning in their first class dining room which wouldn't look out of place in a top hotel. They certainly know how to look after their guests and we came away with the feeling that we had made two new friends. We highly recommend this accommodation and will be returning in 2025.. Ian & Jayne Smith. Burbage, Leicestershire

There was nothing that we could fault in this wonderful accommodation.

The whole building was very clean, our room was very comfortable and good breakfasts - the scrambled eggs were done just right (nothing worse than rubbery scrambled eggs!) Debbie and Jackie were friendly, chatty and helpful. We liked their dog, Sally. Dog towels provided. Very hot water. There is a communal lounge where you can microwave your dinner if you don't want to eat out every night. We won't be staying anywhere else on our next trip to the Lakes.

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Ideal location for visiting surrounding areas and all of the lakes, the facilities were excellent and a hearty breakfast, the local pub the Watermill is only 2-3min walk through the village and serves good food and local craft eyed ales, there is ample parking at the guest house, we had a small pooch with us and the venues are are very per friendly. There is also a local garage next door for any provisions if needed We we’re impressed with the cleanliness of the rooms and friendliness of both Jackie and Debbie.

The room we booked was one of the smaller ones - but that wasn't a problem for us, because we only used it to sleep in. It was easily big enough for us for the few hours we spent in it, and - bonus - the en-suite shower room was far larger than we expected for such a room. Breakfast was superb. Plenty of it, and freshly cooked very morning. We went to the pub in the village (Watermill Inn) for our evening meals, which were excellent quality and very good value for money.

Nothing - it was all perfect.

The location and size of the accommodation was great for us. We were train travellers and it was a short bus ride from the centre. Debbie was so very friendly and helpful and advised us on routes to get around the area. The room was very clean and the breakfast was excellent.

As a non dog lover it was the smell of stale/wet dog as you initially entered the room. It was highly scented with air freshener but it’s a smell that doesn’t really go away. I completely understand it is a dog friendly place but in the future I think that is something we would avoid due to personal preference. This is not something I mentioned because we knew in advance dogs were admitted to stay.

- Great location just outside of Windermere - comfortable and spacious room - clean and tidy room

The accommodation is dog friendly yet you cannot take your dogs into the breakfast room and it states that they don’t want dogs leaving in the rooms and instead should be left in cars. Personally we found this very disappointing as we would never leave our dogs unattended in the car and as such couldn’t have breakfast. For me it’s strange to have a dog friendly accommodation that isn’t fully dog friendly especially when we have paid for breakfast as part of the stay..

Bathroom very clean with Strong hot (hand held) shower head. Small table and chairs in room handy as is the tall boy and wardrobe. Good storage in bedside tables Good variety of tourist brochures. Accessible iron In the Small shared lounge also has a useful fridge and microwave Fantastic full brekkie Very friendly staff

No luggage racks for suitcases Or much room in bathroom for personal toiletries etc. Bed mattress super soft - pillows hard Heated towel rail in the bathroom is not working but fixed On main road but they provided ear plugs 😮 Room 1 is the first room and every time someone comes or goes it sounds like someone is knocking tap tipping on the bedroom door ugh Replacing sweet biscuits with the tea and coffee might be a nice touch. The bathroom mirror is very high - great if you’re 6’ but not so good when you’re 5’ 2”