Business Details
Your Home Away from Home in the Lake District
High Wray Farm has provided warm, personalised hospitality in the heart of the Lake District for generations. Our family-run establishment combines historic charm with modern comforts, offering both traditional Bed & Breakfast and fully accessible self-catering accommodation. Guests benefit from our prime location between Ambleside and Hawkshead, with breathtaking views of the Langdale Pikes and easy access to Lake Windermere. We prioritise attention to detail, serving freshly prepared breakfasts using local produce and creating welcoming spaces with thoughtful amenities like complimentary tea/coffee and homemade biscuits.Our commitment to accessibility ensures wheelchair users enjoy the same high standards through purpose-adapted facilities. With over four centuries of history embedded in our stone-built farmhouse, we blend Lakeland heritage with contemporary comforts to make every stay memorable. Regular guests praise our comfortable mattresses, scenic surroundings, and the personal touch of hosting that makes visitors feel at home. Whether seeking a romantic getaway or family holiday, our property offers a tranquil base for exploring the region's natural beauty and cultural attractions.
Services
Bed & Breakfast
Self-Catering Cottage
Accessible Accommodation
Scenic Valley Views
Local Area Information
Highlights and features
- We offer complimentary homemade biscuits and locally-sourced breakfasts
- Our property provides wheelchair-accessible self-catering accommodation with wet rooms
- We combine 400-year-old historic charm with modern comforts
- Our location offers easy access to Lake Windermere and Beatrix Potter attractions
- We provide personalised local knowledge for exploring the Lake District
What people say
Warm welcome
Homemade biscuits
Scenic views
Comfortable beds
Helpful hosts
Services
Bed & Breakfast
Our Bed & Breakfast offers en-suite rooms with traditional Lakeland charm. Guests enjoy freshly cooked breakfasts using free-range eggs and local produce, complimentary tea/coffee, and bathrobes. The historic farmhouse provides comfortable accommodation with scenic countryside views and a welcoming lounge featuring a wood-burning stove for cooler evenings.
Self-Catering Cottage
The converted Stable Cottage sleeps four with two en-suite bedrooms and modern kitchen facilities. Designed for accessibility, it features step-free access and a wet room. Guests appreciate the spacious living area, uninterrupted valley views, and proximity to Ambleside while maintaining peaceful rural surroundings with occasional farm animal sounds.
Accessible Accommodation
We provide purpose-built accessible accommodation with wide doorways, roll-in showers, and ground-floor facilities. The Stable Cottage includes safety rails and emergency pull cords. Our staff offers assistance with local navigation while maintaining guest privacy, ensuring comfortable stays for visitors with mobility requirements.
Local Area Tours
We offer expert guidance on nearby walking trails including Claife Heights and Latterbarrow viewpoints. Guests receive recommendations for visiting Tarn Hows, Hawkshead village, and Beatrix Potter attractions. Our location provides easy driving access to Lake Windermere boat cruises and Coniston Water activities within the Lake District National Park.
Scenic Photography
Our property offers panoramic vistas of the Langdale Pikes and Fairfield Horseshoe mountains. The garden provides ideal conditions for landscape photography with changing light across the valleys. Guests receive sunrise/sunset timing information and suggestions for capturing local wildlife including resident sheep and cattle.
People
Sheila Briggs
Owner
Sheila Briggs manages High Wray Farm with extensive local knowledge of Lakeland walks and attractions. She ensures guests receive warm hospitality through personal touches like homemade cakes and fresh milk supplies. Her family has maintained this historic farmhouse for multiple generations.
Questions
Is the property accessible for wheelchair users?
Yes, our Stable Cottage has full wheelchair access with wet rooms and level thresholds. Please specify requirements when booking.
What breakfast options are available?
We serve cooked breakfasts using free-range eggs with vegetarian options, plus cereals, fruits, and preserves. Special dietary needs can be accommodated with prior notice.
Are pets allowed?
Well-behaved dogs are welcome in the Stable Cottage by prior arrangement. Additional cleaning charges may apply.
What local attractions are nearby?
We're 5 minutes from Ambleside, 10 minutes to Hawkshead, and close to Tarn Hows, Lake Windermere, and Beatrix Potter's Hill Top farmhouse.
What's the cancellation policy?
The £50 deposit is non-refundable. Balance payments are made on departure, with no refunds for early checkouts.
