Ambleside Cottages

Tucked away amidst the stunning landscapes of the Lake District National Park, Ambleside is a village that entices you with its natural beauty, outdoor adventures, and serene atmosphere. Nestled on the shores of Lake Windermere, this idyllic getaway is a perfect holiday destination for those seeking tranquillity and a connection with nature. Our Ambleside cottages offer a wide range of choices, from dog-friendly to luxury. Lace up your hiking boots and embark on exhilarating walks, such as the iconic Fairfield Horseshoe or the picturesque Loughrigg Fell, offering breathtaking vistas of rolling hills and shimmering lakes. Why not soak tired limbs in one of our cottages with a hot tub after a strenuous day's activity? With over 100 holiday cottages in the Lake District, we've got the perfect home away from home for you.

Ambleside pier

Popular holiday cottages in Ambleside

Badger Cottage, Ambleside

Ambleside, Cumbria

Badger Cottage

Wifi
Car parking on site
Pub within 1 mile
  • Sleeps up to 5
  • 3 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Up to 0 pets allowed

4.5

out of 5

5 nights

From

£395
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Exterior | Mallards - Steppingstones Riverside Terrace, Ambleside

Ambleside, Cumbria

Mallards

Luxury
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • Sleeps up to 4
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Up to 2 pets allowed

5

out of 5

4 nights

From

£691
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Beautifully styled and comfortable detached cottage | Croft Cottage, Ambleside

Ambleside, Cumbria

Croft Cottage

Wifi
Car parking on site
Pub within 1 mile
  • Sleeps up to 4
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Up to 0 pets allowed

4

out of 5

4 nights

From

£425
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Exterior | Kilnshaw, Ambleside

Ambleside, Cumbria

Kilnshaw

Wifi
Enclosed Garden / Patio
Pub within 1 mile
  • Sleeps up to 8
  • 4 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Up to 2 pets allowed

4

out of 5

8 nights

From

£475
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Living room | 2 Fairview Terrace, Ambleside

Ambleside, Cumbria

2 Fairview Terrace

Wifi
Enclosed Garden / Patio
Pub within 1 mile
  • Sleeps up to 6
  • 4 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Up to 1 pet allowed

4.5

out of 5

6 nights

From

£415
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Oaklands, Ambleside

Ambleside, Cumbria

Oaklands

Wifi
Car parking on site
Pub within 1 mile
  • Sleeps up to 4
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Up to 0 pets allowed

4

out of 5

4 nights

From

£405
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Lovely stone built cottage | Monreith, Ambleside

Ambleside, Cumbria

Monreith

Wifi
Car parking on site
Enclosed Garden / Patio
  • Sleeps up to 4
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Up to 1 pet allowed

4.7

out of 5

4 nights

From

£439
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Exterior | Rivers Edge - Steppingstones Riverside Terrace, Ambleside
Luxury
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • Sleeps up to 4
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Up to 0 pets allowed

4.5

out of 5

4 nights

From

£1,060
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Quaint holiday apartment | Garden Flat - 7 Badgers Rake - Badgers Rake, Ambleside
Wifi
Car parking on site
Pub within 1 mile
  • Sleeps up to 2
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Up to 1 pet allowed

4

out of 5

2 nights

From

£485
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Exterior | Blelham TarnNeaum Crag, Skelwith Bridge

Skelwith Bridge, Cumbria

Blelham Tarn - Neaum Crag

Wifi
Swimming pool
Car parking on site
  • Sleeps up to 4
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Up to 2 pets allowed

5

out of 5

4 nights

From

£395
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Sitting-out-area | Fairfield Cottage, Ambleside

Ambleside, Cumbria

Fairfield Cottage

Wifi
Car parking on site
Enclosed Garden / Patio
  • Sleeps up to 6
  • 3 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Up to 0 pets allowed

4.5

out of 5

6 nights

From

£475
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Living area | Cornerstones, Ambleside

Ambleside, Cumbria

Cornerstones

Wifi
Enclosed Garden / Patio
Pub within 1 mile
  • Sleeps up to 6
  • 3 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Up to 0 pets allowed

4.7

out of 5

6 nights

From

£509
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Dog friendly holiday cottages in Ambleside

Exterior | Mallards - Steppingstones Riverside Terrace, Ambleside

Ambleside, Cumbria

Mallards

Luxury
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • Sleeps up to 4
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Up to 2 pets allowed

5

out of 5

4 nights

From

£691
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Exterior | Kilnshaw, Ambleside

Ambleside, Cumbria

Kilnshaw

Wifi
Enclosed Garden / Patio
Pub within 1 mile
  • Sleeps up to 8
  • 4 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Up to 2 pets allowed

4

out of 5

8 nights

From

£475
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Living room | 2 Fairview Terrace, Ambleside

Ambleside, Cumbria

2 Fairview Terrace

Wifi
Enclosed Garden / Patio
Pub within 1 mile
  • Sleeps up to 6
  • 4 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Up to 1 pet allowed

4.5

out of 5

6 nights

From

£415
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Lovely stone built cottage | Monreith, Ambleside

Ambleside, Cumbria

Monreith

Wifi
Car parking on site
Enclosed Garden / Patio
  • Sleeps up to 4
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Up to 1 pet allowed

4.7

out of 5

4 nights

From

£439
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Quaint holiday apartment | Garden Flat - 7 Badgers Rake - Badgers Rake, Ambleside
Wifi
Car parking on site
Pub within 1 mile
  • Sleeps up to 2
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Up to 1 pet allowed

4

out of 5

2 nights

From

£485
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Exterior | Blelham TarnNeaum Crag, Skelwith Bridge

Skelwith Bridge, Cumbria

Blelham Tarn - Neaum Crag

Wifi
Swimming pool
Car parking on site
  • Sleeps up to 4
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Up to 2 pets allowed

5

out of 5

4 nights

From

£395
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Exterior | Honeypot Cottage, Ambleside

Ambleside, Cumbria

Honeypot Cottage

Wifi
Enclosed Garden / Patio
Pub within 1 mile
  • Sleeps up to 4
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Up to 2 pets allowed

3.8

out of 5

4 nights

From

£439
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Eskdale, Ambleside

Ambleside, Cumbria

Eskdale

Wifi
Car parking on site
Pub within 1 mile
  • Sleeps up to 2
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Up to 1 pet allowed

4.3

out of 5

2 nights

From

£284
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Exterior | Borranside, Ambleside

Ambleside, Cumbria

Borranside

Wifi
Car parking on site
Enclosed Garden / Patio
  • Sleeps up to 4
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Up to 1 pet allowed

4.8

out of 5

4 nights

From

£475
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The Jesses, Ambleside

Ambleside, Cumbria

The Jesses

Luxury
Wifi
Pub within 1 mile
  • Sleeps up to 2
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Up to 2 pets allowed

4.5

out of 5

2 nights

From

£405
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Exterior | Tower House, Ambleside

Ambleside, Cumbria

Tower House

Car parking on site
Pub within 1 mile
Garden / Patio
  • Sleeps up to 5
  • 3 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Up to 1 pet allowed

2.5

out of 5

5 nights

From

£455
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Exterior | Granary Cottage, Troutbeck

Troutbeck, Cumbria

Granary Cottage

Wifi
Pub within 1 mile
Rural Location
  • Sleeps up to 2
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Up to 1 pet allowed

4.3

out of 5

2 nights

From

£285
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Luxury holiday cottages in Ambleside

Exterior | Mallards - Steppingstones Riverside Terrace, Ambleside

Ambleside, Cumbria

Mallards

Luxury
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • Sleeps up to 4
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Up to 2 pets allowed

5

out of 5

4 nights

From

£691
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Exterior | Rivers Edge - Steppingstones Riverside Terrace, Ambleside
Luxury
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • Sleeps up to 4
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Up to 0 pets allowed

4.5

out of 5

4 nights

From

£1,060
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A Stone’s Throw Cottage, Ambleside
Luxury
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • Sleeps up to 4
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 1 bathroom
  • Up to 0 pets allowed

4.9

out of 5

4 nights

From

£415
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The Jesses, Ambleside

Ambleside, Cumbria

The Jesses

Luxury
Wifi
Pub within 1 mile
  • Sleeps up to 2
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Up to 2 pets allowed

4.5

out of 5

2 nights

From

£405
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Exterior | Garden Cottage - Steppingstones Riverside Terrace, Ambleside
Luxury
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • Sleeps up to 2
  • 1 bedroom
  • 1 bathroom
  • Up to 2 pets allowed

4.4

out of 5

2 nights

From

£499
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Light and airy conservatory with breathtaking views | Fellmere, Ambleside

Ambleside, Cumbria

Fellmere

Luxury
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • Sleeps up to 4
  • 2 bedrooms
  • 2 bathrooms
  • Up to 0 pets allowed

4.5

out of 5

4 nights

From

£455
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Inspiration of things to see and do in our holiday cottages in Ambleside

Ambleside, located in the heart of the Lake District National Park is surrounded by stunning natural landscapes. Explore the town centre with its bustling streets, independent shops, and traditional pubs. Browse local craft stores, sample delicious treats from bakeries, and enjoy a cosy meal at one of the many eateries. With the largest collection of Cumbrian cottages, we have the perfect home away from home for you.

Here are the top 5 things to see and do from our holiday cottages in Ambleside:

Marvel at Bridge House

Marvel at Ambleside's iconic Bridge House, a tiny 17th-century cottage over Stock Ghyll. Its quirky size and picturesque setting make it a must-see landmark.

Explore Armitt Museum and Library

Explore the eccentric exhibits at the Armitt Museum, featuring a diverse collection of artefacts, manuscripts, and art, including pieces by Beatrix Potter and historical treasures from the Lake District.

Experience Ambleside Climbing Wall

Challenge yourself at the Ambleside Climbing Wall, where you can experience indoor rock climbing with a stunning backdrop of the surrounding fells. A quirky and adventurous way to enjoy the great outdoors.

Visit Zeffirellis and Fellinis

Visit Zeffirellis and Fellinis, a unique cinema and restaurant complex. Watch a film in the quirky cinema, and then enjoy a delicious meal in Fellinis, known for its vegetarian and vegan offerings.

Discover Herdwick Croft

Encounter adorable Herdwick sheep at Herdwick Croft, a working farm near Ambleside. Join a guided tour to learn about these hardy Lake District sheep and their role in the local farming community.

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