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Cosy cottage in the heart of the Lake District

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Room
Private kitchen
Living area
Exterior
Living area

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Top-rated for value
    Guests love how much they get for what they pay.
  • Barbecue
    A rare find - perfect for a relaxed, outdoor grilling experience.
  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Lake Windermere
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Deck or patio
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Ambleside, England
  • Place, Ambleside Climbing Wall
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Windermere
    ‪14 min walk‬
  • Place, Ambleside Pier
    ‪15 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Bathroom 2

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Cosy cottage in the heart of the Lake District

Lovely newly refurbished house in Ambleside within the heart of the Lake District National Park and UNESCO site. The property is furnished to a high standard, with a Nespresso coffee maker and full kitted kitchen, including convection oven, induction hob and microwave. The living area has high quality furniture with a fresh Scandinavian style and a woodturner for cosy nights in. The owner lives nearby and can sort out any queries promptly. Within walking distance of local amenities ( including a cinema) shops and restaurants and with a wealth of hikes straight from the doorstep, Ambleside's central location to the lakes enables guests to visit many other places in the local area. Windermere Lake and its boat tours and water sports is within a short stroll from the property and the whole area is nestled within spectacular mountain views.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 13–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed, service animals permitted
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 11407116
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 the waterfront. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Windermere and Ullswater. Treetop Trek and Rydal Hall Labyrinth are also worth visiting. Waterskiing and power boating offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hunting and hiking nearby.
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Ambleside, England

What's nearby

  • Ambleside Climbing Wall - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • Rothay Park - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Borrans Park - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Lake Windermere - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Ambleside Pier - 15 min walk - 1.3 km

Getting around

  • Windermere Station - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lakes Brew Co Tap - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Ambleside Inn - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Wateredge Inn - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Pier Cafe Bar - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Flying Fleece - ‬10 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Cosy cottage in the heart of the Lake District pet-friendly?

No, only service animals are welcome at the property.

How much is parking at Cosy cottage in the heart of the Lake District?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Cosy cottage in the heart of the Lake District?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cosy cottage in the heart of the Lake District?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Cosy cottage in the heart of the Lake District located?

Situated on the waterfront, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Ambleside Climbing Wall and Lake Windermere. White Platts Recreation Ground and Rothay Park are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 8 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

9.4/10

Check-in

8.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Walking in the lakes

Fantastic location, property lovely, beds very comfy - would stay again
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

Excellent accommodation,easy walk into Ambleside
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay in Ambleside while exploring the Lake District. The cottage is beautifully remodeled and very comfortable. Host responded quickly to questions. The only minor drawback for us was the steepness of the stairs; we managed fine but it might be an issue for some people. Would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2025
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful cottage

This cottage is beautiful from top to bottom, spotlessly clean and furnished to a very high standard. We can’t recommend it enough. We will definitely be returning.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely home

Lovely home within walking distance of central Ambleside and hiking trails. Great hiking very nearby home. Very clean - very well outfitted to be able to cook meals. Wifi also worked well. Highly recommend - you won’t be disappointed
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

We got lucky with this property

Great value, a perfect location for myself and my family. We are all fit adults and so the small incline walk from town to the property was not a problem. The house had plenty of room and the two big bathrooms were perfect for us. Great value for money - will stay again. Plus met the really lovely cleaning lady our departure. Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A great property to enjoy the lake dinstrict

Not the easiest location to find (google maps problem?)and the place wasn’t ready for us, but once all was sorted, it was a great property to base our outdoor hikes and adventures. Super responsive property manager and a very enjoyable stay. Nice patio for wine and cheese, quiet (except for the RAF jets) and very well equipped. Would recommend to friends.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2024
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Communication

Hit and miss

The property is nice and overall well presented . Difficult to find, the directions could be a little clearer. As of 6 pm the night before check in we had not received check in directions so we stopped in at the hosts hotel as we were next door to it for dinner that evening. We were told the host was on holiday but They contacted her and we got our check in info about an hour later. On arrival at the property the next day we had a problem with the freezer not working ( it took my husband and I 30 minutes to clear all the ice out) and the back door not unlocking. We messaged the host but heard nothing. I messaged again the following day and someone came the day after that to look at the door lock. We were still having problems with it and our next message regarding this went completely unanswered and we never heard from the host again. She had told me she was on vacation and did not have good service but someone should have been available to help us. I finally had my nephew come and sort the lock out but even he had trouble with it . We had called the number provided in the book but that company told us they no longer represent the place we were in so the book was out of date A few minor things like no wastebaskets in the upstairs bedrooms or bathrooms. No soap in master bathroom. Broken tap in bathroom. The walk to town was down hill but the return is up a very steep hill. Main problem was no communication as all of these small things could have been resolved easily
Stayed 10 nights in Aug 2024

About the host

Hosted by Kate Hustler

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Hello,
I have been holiday letting in the Lake District for 14 years and I also own the Grasmere Hotel. I make every effort for your stay to be as comfortable and clean as possible. I live close by, so if there is anything you need or have, or have any queries, I am quickly available.

Why they chose this property

I chose this area is it is stunning and has something for everyone. Great walking, water sports and boat tours, a wealth of fine restaurants and shops. It has literary connections, such as Beatrix potter, Coleridge, Wordsworth and Ruskin. It has an array of beautiful gardens and castles to visit.

What makes this property unique

It has only recently been refurbished and has huge bathrooms and showers. You can climb Wansfell from the doorstep. It is quiet yet not remote with easy access to the amenities of Ambleside.

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