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Reviews
9.49.4 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Pet-friendly
- Air-conditioning
- Outdoor space
Explore the area

Ambleside
- Ambleside Climbing WallPlace, Ambleside Climbing Wall3 min walk
- Lake WindermerePlace, Lake Windermere7 min walk
- Ambleside PierPlace, Ambleside Pier9 min walk
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
1 King Bed
Bedroom 4
2 Single Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Bathroom 2
Spaces
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area
About this property
Thomas Fold Cottage - Ambleside
Part of the Brathay Cottages collection this traditionally built cottage is made with Lakeland stone with exposed beams. Situated on Old Lake Road, half way between Ambleside Village and Windermere Lake, Thomas Fold is just a short stroll from all the amenities of the village and the Ferry Terminal at Waterhead.
The kitchen is very well equipped with a tiled floor, Breakfast Bar, and Large 5 Hob Range oven it is perfectly suited for cooking large Lakeland Breakfasts.
There is a good sized sitting/dining room with a wall-mounted 42` TV with Sky and Sky Sports, there is also a Mini-Hifi and Free Wi-Fi broadband access throughout the house. Patio doors lead onto a large outside balcony with garden furniture ideal for eating outside in the better weather days.
Thomas Fold Cottage has 2 double bedrooms one twin room and a large family bathroom on the first floor. There is a further double bedroom with a Kingsize bed situated on the ground floor right next to the downstairs bathroom. Uniquely this offers accommodation to those of us who struggle with stairs.
The kitchen is very well equipped with a tiled floor, Breakfast Bar, and Large 5 Hob Range oven it is perfectly suited for cooking large Lakeland Breakfasts.
There is a good sized sitting/dining room with a wall-mounted 42` TV with Sky and Sky Sports, there is also a Mini-Hifi and Free Wi-Fi broadband access throughout the house. Patio doors lead onto a large outside balcony with garden furniture ideal for eating outside in the better weather days.
Thomas Fold Cottage has 2 double bedrooms one twin room and a large family bathroom on the first floor. There is a further double bedroom with a Kingsize bed situated on the ground floor right next to the downstairs bathroom. Uniquely this offers accommodation to those of us who struggle with stairs.
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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
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
Parties and events are allowed on site
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 Ullswater. Treetop Trek and Rydal Hall Labyrinth are also worth visiting.

Ambleside
What's nearby
- Ambleside Climbing Wall - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Borrans Park - 6 min walk - 0.5 km
- Lake Windermere - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
- Ambleside Pier - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
- Rothay Park - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
Getting around
- Windermere Station - 9 min drive
Restaurants
- Freshers’ Cafe - 8 min walk
- Zeffirellis - 10 min walk
- Wateredge Inn - 7 min walk
- The Temperance Inn - 7 min walk
- The Royal Oak - 8 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Thomas Fold Cottage - Ambleside pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Thomas Fold Cottage - Ambleside?
As of 13 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thomas Fold Cottage - Ambleside on 14 Apr 2026 start from AU$642, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Thomas Fold Cottage - Ambleside?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Thomas Fold Cottage - Ambleside?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Thomas Fold Cottage - Ambleside?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Thomas Fold Cottage - Ambleside located?
Situated in Ambleside, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of Ambleside Climbing Wall and Lake Windermere. Borrans Park and Ambleside Pier are also within 10 minutes.
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