Ivy Guest House

This was our first time staying for the Christmas market, and it will not be the last. Have stayed here before so are used to the great welcome from Darren and Roz. Was stunned by the beautiful decorations, from the huge Christmas tree in the hall, down to the decorated chairs in the dinning room. The rooms are immaculate with great attention to detail. Looking to book again same time next year, so Darren showed us round the room options. Nothing seems too much trouble for them. Will definitely be back before next December.

Well what can I say about the Ivy House Guest House ? on arriving to leaving the host was excellent, showing my partner to our room as she arrived first, taking her case to the room., The room was clean and pleasant with a four poster bed in it, (To be honest the bed with its posts was a bit large for the room and I would of preferred a normal king size bed) the bathroom adequate but no shower just a bath which was a bit small for me but served its purpose. Plenty of parking at the rear of the guest house and adequate Wifi for those wanting it. The guest house is located in the centre of Hawkshead a beautiful village with all 4 pubs within an easy walking distance, if your planning on eating at them I would recommend booking a table. Your asked the night before what you would like for breakfast and what time the latest being 9.00 am, the breakfast was excellent as was our waitress. I don't think you will be disappointed if you book here.

My wife and I have just returned from four GREAT days at Hawkshead staying at the (in our opinion) five star Ivy Guest House.The staff were very friendly ,everywhere was nice and clean and the breakfasts were simply the best.Top marks to Darren his mam and the rest of the staff.Thanks,Peter and Kath

Loved the Ivy Guest house, cosy Georgian house very central to Hawkshead Village, parking, fabulous breakfasts and knowledgeable & friendly host Darren. Knew all the walks, best places to eat, felt comfortable and at home. Definitely go back soon

We have just returned from our 1st trip to The Ivy and stayed for 4 nights. I researched places to stay on Trip Advisor before booking, and this B&B came out top. Now I can see why. Darren, Roz and their parents gave us a great Black Country (yes!) welcome and nothing was too much trouble. The rooms were well presented with comfy beds and the breakfasts were 1st class,with attention to providing the guest with whatever they fancy - even if not on the menu (thanks, Darren for grueling over my 'fried slice'!). Darren is very attentive and gave us useful hints and tips about places to visit or eat without being intrusive. His (and Mom Chris's) friendly banter really made you feel like part of the family. You can see from the visitors book that people genuinely return frequently - always a good sign. Location: This is ideal. The B&B is at the end of Hawkshead village, with 4 good pubs and a supermarket within a couple of minutes walk. There are good walks from the village and the hosts provide walking guides or friendly advice. The only downside for us was our decision to take a 1 year old baby to a B&B - not ideal! We had to move some furniture such as TV/ kettle to avoid accidents. Even so, we were accommodated with heated up baby food, travel cot and high chair...with baby treated like a little prince. My advice? Get family to have the baby for a couple of nights and visit The Ivy for a well earned break! We hope to do just that next year.

Thankyou for a wonderful week as always spot on the breakfast always setts you up for the day,a must treat is the black pudding you can even choose ambelside or hawkshead black pudding,would fully recommend the hawkshead pudding.Famtastic walks strenuous or easy, would recommend the wray castle walk.see you all again soon ,keep up the good work.regards Peter and family.