8/10 Good
Mohammed
1 Nov 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Mohammed
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
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Holly Cottage, Grasmere
Holiday home in Ambleside with kitchen
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Reviews
8.0 out of 10
Very good
2 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 4
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Explore the area
- Place, Grasmere Garden Village
- Place, Dove Cottage
- Place, Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Bathroom 3
Toilet
Spaces
Kitchen
About this property
Holly Cottage, Grasmere
A cosy terraced cottage in Grasmere with stunning views of Helm Crag
This cottage is the corner property in a small terrace of slate built cottages on the outskirts of Grasmere, which creates a wonderful secluded feel. This property backs onto the open plain around the River Rothay, with fantastic views across to Helm Crag, and surrounding hills - you can either sit and enjoy the view or use the time to plan your next walk or look back at the walks you have just completed.
Pets - allowed
Smoking - not allowed
When you book, we will ask for your email address and then send you checking in details no later than 1 week before your arrival
This cottage is the corner property in a small terrace of slate built cottages on the outskirts of Grasmere, which creates a wonderful secluded feel. This property backs onto the open plain around the River Rothay, with fantastic views across to Helm Crag, and surrounding hills - you can either sit and enjoy the view or use the time to plan your next walk or look back at the walks you have just completed.
Pets - allowed
Smoking - not allowed
When you book, we will ask for your email address and then send you checking in details no later than 1 week before your arrival
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Parking available
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House Rules
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
About the area
Ambleside
Ambleside is home to this holiday home. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Windermere and Scafell Pike. The Herdy Shop and Cocoa Hearts are also worth visiting.
Grasmere
What's nearby
- Grasmere Garden Village - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
- Dove Cottage - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
- Wordsworth Museum - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
- Rydal Mount - 5 min drive - 5.0 km
- Ambleside Pier - 10 min drive - 9.3 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Wainwrights' Inn - 6 min drive
- The Distiller’s Arms - 11 min walk
- The Apple Pie - 6 min drive
- The Britannia Inn - 5 min drive
- The Badger Bar - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
8.0
Very good
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Cleanliness
8.0/10
Amenities
8.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
6.0/10
Communication
Reviews
About the host
Hosted by Jerry Rebbeck
What makes this property unique
Holly Cottage is a cosy space, with an open plan living-dining room with large windows, and an open staircase to the first floor bedrooms - both king-size rooms with one of the bedrooms including an ensuite toilet. The galley kitchen is well equipped, and leads to a small yard with a low wall and outside seating to enjoy the views on finer days. The open tread stairs may be an issue for small children - please contact us for more information.
Just on the edge of the village, but only a short walk from the main village green all the amenities of Grasmere, this is a great location to leave the car parked for the week and explore all of the local walks straight from your doorstep.
Summary of facilities
2 bedrooms - one king-size, and one double with ensuite toilet.
2 bathrooms on the ground floors - one bathroom with a shower over a bath and toilet, and the other with a shower unit and toilet.
Galley kitchen with; dishwasher, washing machine, electric oven & hob, microwave, kettle and toaster, and a tall fridge-freezer.
Open plan living room with dining area, large picture windows, electric fire, smart TV
Gas central heating
Wifi
1 dog welcome
Space for one larger car right outside the property, or two smaller cars.
Just on the edge of the village, but only a short walk from the main village green all the amenities of Grasmere, this is a great location to leave the car parked for the week and explore all of the local walks straight from your doorstep.
Summary of facilities
2 bedrooms - one king-size, and one double with ensuite toilet.
2 bathrooms on the ground floors - one bathroom with a shower over a bath and toilet, and the other with a shower unit and toilet.
Galley kitchen with; dishwasher, washing machine, electric oven & hob, microwave, kettle and toaster, and a tall fridge-freezer.
Open plan living room with dining area, large picture windows, electric fire, smart TV
Gas central heating
Wifi
1 dog welcome
Space for one larger car right outside the property, or two smaller cars.
Languages:
English
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