We stayed in in the ivy guest house in beautiful hawkshead for 1 night last week and really wished we had booked for longer. We had a lovely genuine and relaxed welcome from owner, with just the right amount of attention/explanation and then told to come and go as we pleased but that they would be around if needed. Other... More

We stayed for 3 nights in a four poster room. On arrival we were greeted by Darren who gave us lots of information about the village, the most important one being 'there are 4 pubs within yards of each other'. There is a communal lounge downstairs with a huge TV and plenty of books and games, great for relaxing in... More

A gem of a b&b, comparable in service to a 5*stay and we have stayed in a lot of places. Now that we've found the Ivy guesthouse we won't be looking for accommodation elsewhere. Darren and Ros went out of their way to assist us, the breakfast was excellent, the kids( who normally are quick to moan) had lots to... More

i stayed at the ivy gueshouse for a couple of nights recently - we had a great stay the hosts, roz and darren, were really welcoming and friendly. the rooms were really clean, nicely furnished and well stocked with nice toiletries. there was also a nice reception room downstairs that you are welcome to use. hawkshead is a really small... More

We absolutely love staying here. Darren and Roz always make us feel so welcome. The place is immaculately clean. Large hotel chains could take a leaf out of their book. Attention to detail is second to none with lots of lovely little touches to make your stay extra special. Breakfast is always wonderful and sets you up for the day.... More

Had a warm welcome from Darren & Roz when we arrived for a 2 night stay. Guest house is situated in the centre of the village and has it's own car park which is a bonus. Our room was comfortable and spotlessly clean. There was a wide choice for breakfast each morning including fruit, cereals, juices, pastries yoghurts and then... More

I was 13 years old the last time i stayed at the Ivy Guest House and returning some 30 years later to celebrate my mum's 70th was made even more special by the attentiveness shown. Darren Ros and Darren's mum. They were so friendly and the rooms were very comfortable and spotlessly clean. Should I return to the Lake District... More

We visited The Ivy House for our Mother`s 70th birthday. Darren, the Owner, went out of his way to make arrangements for flowers to be in her room prior to our arrival. We had visited the guest house 30+yrs ago for Family holidays and were very much looking forward to our stay. The Guest House is lovely, very comfortable and... More

Spent a lovely short break in the beautiful little village of Hawkshead in the middle of the Lake District. Hawkshead is well served with pubs and dining and we were very well looked after by Darren and his mum Chris at the Ivy Guest House which makes an excellent base for touring the area. The accommodation was very comfortable, and... More