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

Exterior | Borranside, Ambleside

Ambleside, Cumbria

Borranside

Wifi
Car parking on site
Enclosed Garden / Patio
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 1 Pet

4.7

out of 5

7 nights

From

£507
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Living room | 7 Oaklands, Ambleside

Ambleside, Cumbria

7 Oaklands

Wifi
Car parking on site
Pub within 1 mile
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 0 Pets

4.5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£537
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Reserve today for only £25
Exterior | Oak Cottage, Kirkstone near Ambleside

Kirkstone near Ambleside, Cumbria

Oak Cottage

Wifi
Rural Location
Woodburning Stove
  • 4 Guests
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 0 Pets

4.6

out of 5

7 nights

From

£483
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Lovely sitting-out-area with amazing views | Sheilings, Loughrigg, near Ambleside

Loughrigg, near Ambleside, Cumbria

Sheilings

Wifi
Car parking on site
Pub within 1 mile
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 1 Pet

4.6

out of 5

7 nights

From

£575
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Bonnie Cottage, Ambleside

Ambleside, Cumbria

Bonnie Cottage

Wifi
Enclosed Garden / Patio
Pub within 1 mile
  • 4 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 1 Pet

4.3

out of 5

7 nights

From

£543
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Exterior | Stockdale Cottage, Ambleside

Ambleside, Cumbria

Stockdale Cottage

Wifi
Car parking on site
Enclosed Garden / Patio
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 0 Pets

4.8

out of 5

7 nights

From

£437
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Comfortable living room | Little Nook, Ambleside

Ambleside, Cumbria

Little Nook

Wifi
Car parking on site
Pub within 1 mile
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 0 Pets

4.8

out of 5

7 nights

From

£357
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A Stone’s Throw Cottage, Ambleside

Ambleside, Cumbria

A Stone’s Throw Cottage

Luxury
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 0 Pets

4.8

out of 5

7 nights

From

£437
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Exterior | The Nest, Kirkstone near Ambleside

Kirkstone near Ambleside, Cumbria

The Nest

Wifi
Pub within 1 mile
Garden / Patio
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 0 Pets

4.4

out of 5

7 nights

From

£457
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Living area | Cornerstones, Ambleside

Ambleside, Cumbria

Cornerstones

Wifi
Enclosed Garden / Patio
Pub within 1 mile
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 0 Pets

4.4

out of 5

7 nights

From

£595
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Open plan living space | Fellside Studio, Clappersgate, near Ambleside

Clappersgate, near Ambleside, Cumbria

Fellside Studio

Wifi
Car parking on site
Garden / Patio
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 0 Pets

4.5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£676
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Living room | 2 Fairview Terrace, Ambleside

Ambleside, Cumbria

2 Fairview Terrace

Wifi
Enclosed Garden / Patio
Pub within 1 mile
  • 6 Guests
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 1 Pet

4.6

out of 5

7 nights

From

£457
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Dog friendly holiday cottages in Ambleside

Exterior | Seathwaite Tarn, Ambleside

Ambleside, Cumbria

Seathwaite Tarn

Wifi
Car parking on site
Detached
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

3.3

out of 5

7 nights

From

£585
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Exterior | Borranside, Ambleside

Ambleside, Cumbria

Borranside

Wifi
Car parking on site
Enclosed Garden / Patio
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 1 Pet

4.7

out of 5

7 nights

From

£507
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Lovely sitting-out-area with amazing views | Sheilings, Loughrigg, near Ambleside

Loughrigg, near Ambleside, Cumbria

Sheilings

Wifi
Car parking on site
Pub within 1 mile
  • 6 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 1 Pet

4.6

out of 5

7 nights

From

£575
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Bonnie Cottage, Ambleside

Ambleside, Cumbria

Bonnie Cottage

Wifi
Enclosed Garden / Patio
Pub within 1 mile
  • 4 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 1 Pet

4.3

out of 5

7 nights

From

£543
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Exterior | Methera Cottage, Ambleside

Ambleside, Cumbria

Methera Cottage

Wifi
Car parking on site
Garden / Patio
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 1 Pet

2.7

out of 5

7 nights

From

£503
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Reserve today for only £25
Exterior | Tower House, Ambleside

Ambleside, Cumbria

Tower House

Car parking on site
Pub within 1 mile
Garden / Patio
  • 5 Guests
  • 3 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 1 Pet

3.5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£467
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Reserve today for only £25
Living room | 2 Fairview Terrace, Ambleside

Ambleside, Cumbria

2 Fairview Terrace

Wifi
Enclosed Garden / Patio
Pub within 1 mile
  • 6 Guests
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 1 Pet

4.6

out of 5

7 nights

From

£457
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Delightful holiday cottage | The Dove Cot & Annexe, The Dove Cot - The Dove C, Clappersgate, near Ambleside

Clappersgate, near Ambleside, Cumbria

The Dove Cot

Wifi
Car parking on site
Enclosed Garden / Patio
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

4.2

out of 5

7 nights

From

£779
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Ghyllside 3, Ambleside

Ambleside, Cumbria

Ghyllside 3

Wifi
Car parking on site
Enclosed Garden / Patio
  • 8 Guests
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 2 Pets

4.2

out of 5

7 nights

From

£483
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Reserve today for only £25
Hayrake, Ambleside

Ambleside, Cumbria

Hayrake

Wifi
Car parking on site
Pub within 1 mile
  • 6 Guests
  • 4 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 1 Pet

4.3

out of 5

7 nights

From

£413
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Lovely stone built cottage | Monreith, Ambleside

Ambleside, Cumbria

Monreith

Wifi
Car parking on site
Enclosed Garden / Patio
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

4.6

out of 5

7 nights

From

£487
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Luxury holiday cottages in Ambleside

A Stone’s Throw Cottage, Ambleside

Ambleside, Cumbria

A Stone’s Throw Cottage

Luxury
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 0 Pets

4.8

out of 5

7 nights

From

£437
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Exterior | Mallards - Steppingstones Riverside Terrace, Ambleside

Ambleside, Cumbria

Mallards

Luxury
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

4.6

out of 5

7 nights

From

£810
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Reserve today for only £25
Exterior | Garden Cottage - Steppingstones Riverside Terrace, Ambleside

Ambleside, Cumbria

Garden Cottage

Luxury
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 2 Guests
  • 1 Bedroom
  • 1 Bathroom
  • 2 Pets

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£600
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Exterior | Rivers Edge - Steppingstones Riverside Terrace, Ambleside

Ambleside, Cumbria

Rivers Edge

Luxury
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 0 Pets

5

out of 5

7 nights

From

£1,262
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Light and airy conservatory with breathtaking views | Fellmere, Ambleside

Ambleside, Cumbria

Fellmere

Luxury
Wifi
Car parking on site
  • 4 Guests
  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Bathrooms
  • 0 Pets

4.7

out of 5

7 nights

From

£453
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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, making it an ideal location to stay in one of our Lake District cottages for a peaceful and scenic retreat. 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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