Ambleside Cottages

Ambleside Cottages

Cumbria

3 Bed Cottage in High Wray

Ref: S232279

Additional information and rules - 3 bedrooms – 1 king-size, 1 king-size zip-and-link (which can be made up as a 2’6” twin on request) and 1 twin - 1 bathroom and 1 en-suite shower room - Electric oven and hob, microwave, dishwasher and...

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£122

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The Granary

Ref: S882215

Reviews 3

The picturesque village of Hawkshead retains the charm and character that so endeared it to its most famous residents - William Wordsworth and Beatrix Potter. Visitors can wander the wealth of tiny alleyways, thoroughfares, archways and courtyards...

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£109

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Cumbria

Old Village Shop

Ref: S1028945

Reviews 33

Lying at the northern tip of Lake Windermere, England’s largest lake, Ambleside makes a superb base for touring the central Lakes, with Grasmere and the Langdale Valley just a short drive away. There is plenty to do here - cruises, boat trips and...

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£124

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Cumbria

Poppy's Cottage

Ref: S98750

Reviews 62

Grasmere, in the Lake District, is best known as the home of William Wordsworth. It boasts the famous Grasmere Gingerbread shop as well as shops, pubs, a 13th century church and Grasmere Lake. Five miles away is Ambleside and Lake Winderemere with...

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£315

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Cumbria

Middlerigg

Ref: S281799

Reviews 31

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£124

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Cumbria

The Little Cottage

Ref: S363939

Reviews 6

The Little Cottage is situated in the village of Elterwater, the closest restaurant, the Britannia Inn is just a 200m stroll away, while a helpful village shop is just a 2-minute drive away in Chapel Stile. A wider selection of amenities,...

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£476

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Cumbria

3 Bed Cottage in Far Sawrey

Ref: S778595

Additional information and rules - 3 bedrooms – 1 super-king-size, 1 king-size and 1 Twin room (Twin zip-and-link beds that can be made up into King-size bed on request). There is also a trundle/day bed in the second bedroom for flexibility - 2...

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£166

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Cumbria

Cunsey Mill House

Ref: S589545

Reviews 1

The charming community of Hawkshead still possesses the charm and personality that made it so appealing to its most well-known residents, Beatrix Potter and William Wordsworth. Between the whitewashed 17th century homes, visitors can explore the...

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£215

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Cumbria

Estcote

Ref: S484434

Reviews 10

Hawkshead, the charming village, preserves the beauty and character that drew its most renowned inhabitants, William Wordsworth and Beatrix Potter, to it. Between the whitewashed 17th century buildings, visitors may explore the abundance of little...

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£152

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Cumbria

Wythebank

Ref: S281771

Reviews 28

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£147

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Cumbria

3 Bed Cottage in Cunsey

Ref: S525963

Additional information and rules No dogs allowed - 3 bedrooms – 1 king-size, 1 double, and 1 twin zip-and-link (which can be made into a king-size on request) - 3 bathrooms – 1 bathroom with bath, separate shower and WC, 1 en suite shower room...

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£188

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River Lodge

Ref: S281861

Reviews 36

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£205

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1 Bed Cottage in Hawkshead

Ref: S229111

Additional information and rules No dogs allowed - 1 bedroom - double - 1 bathroom - Electric oven and hob, fridge with ice compartment, microwave and dishwasher - Wood burner (first basket of logs included) - The cottage is a traditional...

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£89

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Old Ambleside House

Ref: S281975

Reviews 36

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£288

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Prospect House

Ref: S818237

Reviews 33

Ambleside rests within the magnificent Lake District National Park, taking a wonderful position just above the famous Lake Windermere. Providing you with a perfect point from which to discover the delights of this much-loved area, Ambleside also...

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£308

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Cumbria

Low Tarn Lodge

Ref: S925657

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£92

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Cumbria

Top Garden Suite Far Sawrey Windermere

Ref: S930528

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£131

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1 Lane Head

Ref: S982456

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£134

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Middlebeck

Ref: S984348

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£136

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Cumbria

The Blue Duck

Ref: S984686

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£88

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Cumbria

Coppertrees

Ref: S983622

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£217

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Cumbria

Flag Cottage

Ref: S1062827

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£113

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Cumbria

The Boat House

Ref: S984684

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£357

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Fairfield

Ref: S984672

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£184

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Ambleside Cottages

Ambleside, a popular lakeland town in Cumbria, couldn't be more ideally situated; slap bang in the heart of the Lake District National Park, this traditional lakeland town is the perfect base from which to explore the park's high peaks and wooded valleys. Whether you fancy a walking holiday, pottering around Lake Windermere or taking a pet-friendly hike up wonderful Loughrigg Fell, booking one of our Ambleside cottages grants you easy access to all of the Lake District's many highlights.

Here at Snaptrip, we have a wide range of cottages in Ambleside, so you're sure to find the ideal pad. Whether you're looking for a large family holiday home with loads of child-friendly space, or you want to treat your loved one to a romantic weekend in a quirky cabin, we have the Ambleside accommodation for you. From barn conversions to period properties, all of our Lake District and Ambleside cottages come with a best price guarantee, so you don't have to spend your time shopping around for a deal.

If you have any special requirements before you secure your holiday, don't hesitate to call our friendly call centre. Looking for dog-friendly houses with secure outdoor space? Need a ground floor bedroom in a beautiful single storey cottage? Perhaps you're hankering after Ambleside cottages with a hot tub or a swimming pool? Simply set your search preferences using the filters and we'll take care of everything, showing you the Ambleside cottages that fit your brief, leaving you time to plan your holiday. Children may want to get on the Beatrix Potter trail, while the iconic 17th-century Bridge House is a must-visit for those interested in learning more about Ambleside's long history.

More locations for Ambleside holidays

Whether you choose a coastal stay or you'd rather have fell views from your front window, accommodation in Ambleside and the Lake District really does cover all bases. Gorgeous stone-built villages and an excellent pub scene are just par for the course in our pick of Cumbria's hotspots. If you're still in need of some inspiration for a holiday home to stay in, you're bound to find a suitable property in a bustling town in the Lake District or another rural location near Ambleside Cumbria. Check out these popular destinations:

Self catering cottages in Windermere

Self catering cottages in Keswick

Self catering cottages in Bowness-on-Windermere

Self catering cottages in Carlisle

Self catering cottages in Grasmere

Reviews

What our customers say about their holidays

Anita - Verified booking

Fabulous cottage in a perfect location.

Just a couple of observations from us (not complaints but we feel they would improve the overall experience of Poppy's Cottage). This was the most expensive cottage we have ever rented in the Lake District so it needs to present itself accordingly please:- 1. Towels - larger bath towels (sheets) would be lovely - the bath towels supplied only just cover the bare necessities so functional but not luxury. I was at fear of exposing myself to my brother-in-law which would have been a pretty scary experience for him :). 2. Kitchen towel (only 1?) and tea towels (2). We like to cook at home when we are away so could have done with a few more towels and tea towels. 3. Very disappointed to have to buy washing tablets and fabric conditioner (none supplied), washing up liquid, toilet cleaner, etc. There were a few dishwasher tablets but we are used to having these items provided and only topping them up if needs be. We are also used to leaving behind anything that we have bought for the next visitor. We took everything that we had purchased home with us on this occasion. It gave the impression that the cottage was all about show and not about providing the ultimate cottage experience. 4. The second bedroom makes use of a storage cupboard on the landing as there is absolutely no space for anything in the room. This in itself is not a huge problem (the photos are deceptive on the size of the room to be honest), however, a light in the cupboard would have been helpful as my sister spent ages with a torch in the cupboard looking for her clothes!! 5. The sofas are not comfortable - after a long day climbing Helvellyn, etc, when you do decide to stay in for an evening it would be have been nice to have comfortable sofas (minimally footstools provided). There were 4 of us so we were somewhat perched which wasn't great. 6. The outside 'laundry/drying' room was a god send - perfect for all of our walking equipment and great to have a heater in there to dry out the wet clothing. 7. TV services were excellent - great to have internet TV with iPlayer, Netflix, etc. Overall, I would give this cottage 9/10 - if the owner just went a little bit further it could so easily be a 10 and we would definitely be back!

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Graham - Verified booking

This is a lovely cottage placed right in the very heart of Grasmere.

The owner has renovated Poppy's Cottage to a very high spec indeed and there is everything you could possibly need and then some. Tastefully decorated throughout and having the benefit of 2 bathrooms ( a large family and an en suite). The cottage is very comfortable and has only just been renovated and put on the holiday market so is all shiny and new and far superior to some cottages we have experienced. The TV is also a proper 4k large unit, so we got our evening 'strictly takes 2' fix with Zoe in style. We also had pretty good weather too, not bad for October!. The annex houses the washer/dryer and a thoughtfully placed panel heater and hooks are provided to dry your wet walking gear. There are numerous great walks right from the door and we barely used the car all week....parking was no issue due to the parking permit allowing us to park the car 24/7 in a nearby car park about 100 yards away, you are allowed to unload right outside the door too which is useful. We turned up on the first Friday of the month which is market day, but the stall holders helped us gain access and then we had some nice produce to buy right on the doorstep!. Sykes Cottages who handle this property were superb from start to finish, very helpful and friendly staff making this a lovely holiday experience. We would highly recommend both Sykes and this super Cottage.

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Jeremy - Verified booking

Lovely property in a great location so handy for the centre of Ambleside and with a car park pass so you could safely park your car in the large car park a couple of minutes from the property.

The road the property is on is very narrow and double yellow lined so it is slightly problematic when arriving with luggage. The road is also very noisy on occasion. Right opposite a pub and the dustbin wagon woke us very early one morning. There was a big problem with the main TV in the lounge which was described as a Sky/Smart TV meaning you could watch on demand services. We noticed very quickly that there were no streaming capabilities but the very helpful housekeeper had her husband visit us on the Saturday morning to attempt to resolve it when it was discovered that not only was it not a Smart TV, it neither had any of the Sky functionality either due to the owner's account issues with Sky. In fairness, the father of the owner did try and resolve the issues but it went from getting a new TV on day 2 to finally getting a Roku streaming stick on day 4. The facilities at the property were very good - no microwave but a double oven, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher etc. The bed linens and towels were of excellent quality but, as some other reviews have mentioned, the sofa is pretty uncomfortable.

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Susan - Verified booking

Poppy's cottage is newly refurbished and it is absolutely charming!

They really did it right - the attention to detail is stunning. Every need has been taken care of from laundry detergent to cookies and tea to ensuite bathrooms. The combination of history and modern conveniences is exactly what I was looking for. I booked late and couldn't believe my luck in finding this wonderful cottage. I had been combing through MANY pictures when I found Poppy's Cottage. It turns out that it had only just come on the market so I just lucked out. This cottage will book up. Upon arrival, I found pamphlets, brochures and maps to help me plan my trip, next to the tea and cookies. The owners were perfect hosts and Sykes Cottage personnel were very helpful. I could not have asked for anything better. The cottage is beautiful, comfortable and perfectly located in the center of town. I was so happy to wake up and come home each day to spend time in this beautiful cottage. I came all the way to the Lake District from California, USA. My trip was everything I had hoped for and more (and I'm fussy). Thank you to Jo and Andrew for making one of my bucket list trips a dream come true.

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Richard - Verified booking

An absolutely delightful Cottage in a central location in the beautiful Village of Grasmere.

On entering the property we immediately knew we had made the right choice. This cottage has a real WOW factor, it is cosy, immaculate and the attention to detail from the quality furniture to the soft furnishings really is on point. This was further enhanced with the very generous welcome package of Fresh Bread, Milk, Butter, Biscuits and Chocolate. This really is a superb property in a prime location and is literally a secondâs walk from the local pubs, shops and restaurants and I couldnât recommend more highly. We have learnt that this property is part of a small group and we are now looking to visit all of them starting with their Prospect Studio in Ambleside in a few weeks from now. This is purely based on the quality and attention to detail we experienced at Poppyâs Cottage. This certainty will not be our last visit to Poppyâs Cottage and the only downside was having to leave. Thank you to the owners and to all those involved in making our stay so comfortable, enjoyable and memorableâ¦. Simply put âOutstanding â

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Things to do near Ambleside

Lakeland Motor Museum

This museum chronicles the history of motoring and is a marvellous homage to the internal combustion engine, housed in a converted mill.

Beatrix Potter Gallery, Hawkshead

This charming 17th-century building showcases the work of the much-loved author and illustrator. Don't miss the chance to see original illustrations and manuscripts from the beloved Peter Rabbit stories. Address: Main St, Hawkshead, Ambleside LA22 0NS

The World of Beatrix Potter

Step into the enchanting world of Beatrix Potter and meet her beloved characters such as Peter Rabbit, Jemima Puddle-Duck, and Mrs. Tiggy-Winkle. The World of Beatrix Potter offers interactive exhibits, a garden and tearoom. Ideal for families. Located in Bowness-on-Windermere, Cumbria, LA23 3BX

Hayes Garden World Ambleside

Hayes Garden World in Ambleside Lake District is one of the largest family run garden centres in the north of England and has been on the same site for over 200 years.

Hawkshead Grammar School Museum

Hawkshead Grammar School Museum, located in the heart of the Lake District, offers a fascinating insight into the education system of the past. Explore the historic schoolroom and learn about former pupils, including the renowned poet William Wordsworth. Address: Main St, Hawkshead, Ambleside LA22 0NT

Lakes Aquarium

Family-friendly lakeside aquarium on Lake Windermere in the Lake District. See rock pools, fish, otters, crabs and seahorses.

Lake Windermere

Lake Windermere in the heart of the Lake District National Park is the largest natural lake in England at 10.5 miles long and 219 feet deep. It’s a hive of activity with water sports and activities for the whole family, and many a bustling village dotted along the shoreline.

Lake District National Park

Words alone aren't enough to describe the Lake District. Miles of lush green hills roll out into the distance. As the sun bounces across crystal water, the scent of dewdrops fills the air on another beautiful morning in Cumbria.

Lodore Falls

Lodore Falls near Keswick are powerful waterfalls with several drops over huge rocks.

Esthwaite Water

Esthwaite Water, located in the heart of the Lake District, is a tranquil haven for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. Explore the stunning walking trails around the lake, try your hand at fishing or take to the water on a canoe or kayak. Address: Near Sawrey, Ambleside

Frequent questions

Is Ambleside worth a visit?

Yes, Ambleside is definitely worth a visit for its scenic beauty and charming atmosphere. Located in the Lake District National Park in Cumbria, Ambleside offers stunning views of lakes and mountains, picturesque walks, cosy pubs, a range of outdoor activities and, of course, beautiful holiday homes and Ambleside cottages. The Lake District in general is a popular destination for nature lovers and those seeking a peaceful retreat in a beautiful setting, but the charming town of Ambleside alone is worth a visit.

How long is the coffin walk in Ambleside?

The Coffin Walk in Ambleside is a circular route that is approximately 4 miles (6.4 km) long, ideal for keen hikers on a walking holiday. The walk takes you through picturesque landscapes, including forests, fields, and beautiful views of Lake Windermere. It's a moderate-level hike that provides a glimpse into the area's history and offers a peaceful and scenic experience. Once finished, you can make the most of your Ambleside holiday cottage by resting your feet, cooling off in the swimming pool or relaxing in the hot tub. Our Ambleside cottages are ideal for walkers, as well as anyone looking for a suitable property in which to stay while the more active people in your group explore!

Is Ambleside or Windermere better for self catering accommodation?

Both the lakeland town of Ambleside and Windermere have their own unique charms, so determining which is better for self catering accommodation depends on personal preferences. Ambleside cottages are often in demand due to there being fewer on offer and with limited availability this could make it harder for you to find one on your dates. The centre of Ambleside offers a more relaxed and quaint atmosphere, with its charming village, scenic walks, and proximity to beautiful lakes like Lake Windermere itself. Windermere, on the other hand, is larger and more bustling, with a wider range of amenities, available properties and attractions close by. Another big draw of a lakeland cottage in Windermere is the water-based activities available on Lake Windermere, and convenient transportation links to Bowness on Windermere, Troutbeck Bridge and the rest of the Lake District. Both are popular towns boasting all manner of accommodation, including holiday park resorts and more.

Is there a market in Ambleside?

Yes, the charming town of Ambleside hosts a weekly market known as the Ambleside Market. The market takes place on a Wednesday and offers a variety of stalls selling local produce, crafts, clothing, and other goods. It's a great opportunity to explore and discover local products while enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of the market. If you're hunting for independent shops Ambleside also has those in spades, so don't worry if you forget anything before arriving at one of our Ambleside cottages. You'll find all the amenities you'll need right here!

What should you look for in Ambleside cottages?

Ambleside cottages can be difficult to choose between, because there is such a large variety of Ambleside accommodation. If you're after tradition, look for a detached stone built cottage in a tranquil location, with easy access to the Lake District national park. The best Ambleside holiday cottages on our books include Rose Cottage, a fantastic cottage resting on the edge of the lake, a stylish mid terrace property with off road parking, a two bedroom holiday home with wi fi, dishwasher and baby friendly facilities, a short walk from the town of Ambleside.

Ambleside Cottages & Holidays

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Cumbria

3 Bed Cottage in High Wray

Ref: S232279

Cumbria

The Granary

Ref: S882215

Reviews 3

Cumbria

Old Village Shop

Ref: S1028945

Reviews 33

Cumbria

Poppy's Cottage

Ref: S98750

Reviews 62

Cumbria

Middlerigg

Ref: S281799

Reviews 31

Cumbria

The Little Cottage

Ref: S363939

Reviews 6

Cumbria

3 Bed Cottage in Far Sawrey

Ref: S778595

Cumbria

Cunsey Mill House

Ref: S589545

Reviews 1

Cumbria

Estcote

Ref: S484434

Reviews 10

Cumbria

Wythebank

Ref: S281771

Reviews 28

Cumbria

3 Bed Cottage in Cunsey

Ref: S525963

Cumbria

River Lodge

Ref: S281861

Reviews 36

Cumbria

1 Bed Cottage in Hawkshead

Ref: S229111

Cumbria

Old Ambleside House

Ref: S281975

Reviews 36

Cumbria

Prospect House

Ref: S818237

Reviews 33

Cumbria

Low Tarn Lodge

Ref: S925657

Cumbria

Top Garden Suite Far Sawrey Windermere

Ref: S930528

Cumbria

1 Lane Head

Ref: S982456

Cumbria

Middlebeck

Ref: S984348

Cumbria

The Blue Duck

Ref: S984686

Cumbria

Coppertrees

Ref: S983622

Cumbria

Flag Cottage

Ref: S1062827

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