Herdwick Cottage Ambleside

3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

Dryer

Washer

Fireplace

Kitchen

Outdoor space

Free WiFi

Explore the area

Ambleside, England

Ambleside Pier20 min walk
Rydal Mount3 min drive
Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water8 min drive
Manchester (MAN)108 min drive

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

Separate dining area

Dining Area

About this property

Welcome to Herdwick Cottage Ambleside!

A traditional 4* Victorian Lakeland stone cottage in a quiet corner in the heart of Ambleside town within the stunning English Lake District National Park, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

Beautifully refurbished, Herdwick Cottage is an award-winning 4*, 3 bedroom, 2 bathroom self-catering cottage for up to 5 people. Explore the stunning scenery and return to a cosy log burner fire, gorgeous kitchen and basement games room!

We are very proud to have won 'Most Family Friendly Contemporary Cottage' 2021 by SME, and most of all, to have a lovely 'family' of regular guests who return time and time.

The Lake District's stunning landscape has inspired poets and artists for generations. Famous for its lakes, mountains and forests, its cultural landscape was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2017. Explore England's highest mountain, Scafell Pike, its deepest lake, Wast Water, or simply wander through some of the many fells, taking in the beauty and changes that each season brings. We are located just behind the famous 'Bridge House' Ambleside, in a quiet road with flat walking access to the village centre. Ambleside is the 5th most popular starting point for walkers in Britain and the village itself boasts a selection of restaurants, pubs, cinemas, museums and an indoor climbing wall as well as children's play park and excellent public transport links to explore the rest of the Lake District.

Please note we are a pet-free and smoke-free cottage.

- Stunning Lakeland walks in all directions

- 4 Star Visit England rating

- Sleeps up to 5 people, 3 bedrooms: 1 king size, 1 double and 1 single

- Dressing table, mirror, TV with integral DVD player, cooling fan, blackout blinds and hairdryer in all bedrooms

- 2 bathrooms: electric and power showers and bath - no queuing!

- Lounge with cosy log burner fire and SMART TV with Freeview Play and DVD player

- Separate dining room with Bluetooth sound system

- Basement games room with 50-inch TV, DVD with Blu-ray, Wii and X-Box 360

- Kitchen with granite worktops, dishwasher, washing machine, fridge freezer and Dolce Gusto pod coffee machine

- WiFi - Fibre Extra, fast broadband speed

- Rear courtyard space with table and chairs for 'al fresco' dining and bench in the front courtyard for taking off muddy boots!

- 'Pure Lakes' hand-made aromatherapy-based products provided - shampoo, conditioner, hand wash, shower gel, body lotion

- All linen and towels provided (and a couple of toilet rolls!)

- Parking permit for free parking for 1 car in street, additional parking free 6 pm-10 am plus plenty of car parks nearby

- Pet-free, smoke-free cottage

- Three-minute level walk to restaurants, museum, cinema, pubs, playground and more for you to enjoy!

We are following rigorous cleaning guidelines and have our 'Good to Go' Visit Britain certification.

Sarah and Richard

Property manager

Sarah Strachan

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Mountain view

Washer

Pet-friendly

Outdoor space

Fireplace

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Ambleside

Located in Ambleside, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Windermere and Ullswater. Travelling with kids? Consider Treetop Trek and Grasmere Showground. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

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Ambleside, England

What's nearby

Lake Windermere - 19 min walk
Ambleside Pier - 20 min walk
Rydal Mount - 3 min drive
Wray Castle - 8 min drive
Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water - 8 min drive

Getting around

Windermere Station - 13 min drive

Restaurants

Ambleside Tavern - 2 min walk
Royal Oak - 4 min walk
Ambleside Tap Yard - 2 min walk
Rothay Manor Hotel - 11 min walk
The Lily Bar in Ambleside - 5 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Herdwick Cottage Ambleside pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Herdwick Cottage Ambleside?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Herdwick Cottage Ambleside?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Herdwick Cottage Ambleside located?

This family-friendly Ambleside cottage is located on the riverfront, within 1 mi (2 km) of White Platts Recreation Ground and Lake Windermere. Rothay Park and Armitt Museum and Gallery are also within 10 minutes.

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About the host

Hosted by Sarah Strachan

We took over Herdwick Cottage in 2018 and have fully refurbished it to create a truly welcoming holiday 'home from home', whilst being sensitive to it's traditional and rather humble origins.

We fell in love with the Lakes after honeymooning in Grasmere over 25 years ago and have returned to fell walk and climb ever since. We feel very privileged to share our beautiful Lakeland cottage with new and seasoned visitors to this stunning part of the world and hope you enjoy it as much as we do.

Sarah and Richard x

Why they chose this property

Explore stunning scenery and return to a cosy log burner fire, gorgeous kitchen and basement games room! We are very proud to have won 'Most Family Friendly Contemporary Cottage' 2021 by SME, and most of all, to have a lovely 'family' of regular guests who return time and time again.

What makes this property unique

The Lake District's stunning landscape has inspired poets and artists for generations. Famous for its lakes, mountains and forests, its cultural landscape was designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 2017. Explore England's highest mountain, Scafell Pike, its deepest lake, Wast Water, or simply wander through some of the many fells, taking in the beauty and changes that each season brings. We are located just behind the famous 'Bridge House' Ambleside, in a quiet road with flat walking access to the village centre. Ambleside is the 5th most popular starting point for walkers in Britain and the village itself boasts a selection of restaurants, pubs, cinemas, museums and an indoor climbing wall as well as children's play park and excellent public transport links to explore the rest of the Lake District.