The TA award 2012 says it all. Dave and Brenda are such good hosts and everything is top rate. Hard to imagine where a better quality breakfast could be found! Good location - no need for a car to get into Ambleside. Going back latter in the year, I hope.

Stayed at Riverside again. Everything was spot on - Dave and Brenda make sure every single detail is the best it can be. Just perfect.

We just returned after a flawless three night stay at Riverside, under the thoughtful care of David and Brenda. Every aspect of our stay was perfect - from the location, to the views, the rooms, the breakfast, the value, and of course our hosts. We occupied three rooms: #2 which is a four-poster, #3 a spacious double (or triple) overlooking... More

This is simply the best hotel or B and B we have ever stayed in. The accommodation is immaculate. Our room had every comfort, the toiletries I really enjoyed, so much so that I bought some to give as gifts. The guests sitting room is delightful, so welcoming and comfortable, and made extra cosy by the log burning stove. This... More

What makes a b and b stand out. Warm welcome, good ambience, good location, good nights sleep, attention to detail. The riverside has all of these. Being used to staying in impersonal chain hotels it was nice to step back in time when personal service was all. From the moment you arrive you will be welcomed into the house by... More

We have just returned from a 5 night stay with Brenda & Dave and we can only say it was the best experience of a stay in England we have ever had. The accomodation is the very best - the cleanliness and comfortable room - together with wonderful food at breakfast cannot be surpassed. Congratulations to a perfect couple -... More

Wow, I really don't know where to start!! This is simply the best B&B we have ever stayed in, it even beats hotels we have stayed in before, and we have stayed in some very good ones. The location is stunning, overlooking river rothay, set in a large, very well tended garden with views of the fells behind it. It... More

Riverside is simply the finest B&B we have ever had the fortune to visit. David and Brenda always make you feel welcome, the house is stunning, as are the incredible breakfasts. The location is ideal, being just outside of Ambleside on a quiet road, but still within easy walking distance of the local facilities. Most of the guests are repeat... More

The reviews on TripAdvisor speak for themselves and my stay at Riverside was absolutely wonderful. Riverside is an oasis of calm where there is such attention detail. Consideration has been given to enhance every aspect of your stay. Dave and Brenda are such wonderful hosts - nothing is too much trouble for them. Their achievements speak for themselves but each... More