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Beautiful Lakeland 'Herdwick Cottage Ambleside®'

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Living area
Living area
Dining
Interior
Private kitchen
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful Lakeland 'Herdwick Cottage Ambleside®'

Welcome to Herdwick Cottage Ambleside®!

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

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

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

- We are proud to have been SME Hospitality Excellence Award Winners 3 years in a row!

- Stunning Lakeland walks in all directions

- 4* Gold AA Hospitality 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

- Travel cot and highchair provided

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

- Lounge with cosy log burner fire and 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!

- Faith in Nature vegan aromatherapy based products (shower gel, hand wash, shampoo, conditioner and 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 6pm-10am 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 hope to welcome you soon!


Please note that for your comfort we can only take up to 5 people including infants.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

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 Rydal Hall Labyrinth and Treetop Trek. 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

  • Ambleside Climbing Wall - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Stock Ghyll Force - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Lake Windermere - 18 min walk - 1.5 km
  • Ambleside Pier - 20 min walk - 1.7 km
  • Rydal Mount - 4 min drive - 2.7 km

Getting around

  • Windermere Station - 14 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Freshers’ Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Zeffirellis - ‬2 min walk
  • ‪Rothay Manor Hotel - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Golden Rule - ‬4 min walk
  • ‪The Royal Oak - ‬4 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Lakeland 'Herdwick Cottage Ambleside®' pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Beautiful Lakeland 'Herdwick Cottage Ambleside®'?

As of 3 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautiful Lakeland 'Herdwick Cottage Ambleside®' on 29 Aug 2026 start from £167, 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 Beautiful Lakeland 'Herdwick Cottage Ambleside®'?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Lakeland 'Herdwick Cottage Ambleside®'?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Lakeland 'Herdwick Cottage Ambleside®'?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Lakeland 'Herdwick Cottage Ambleside®' located?

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

About the host

Hosted by Sarah Strachan

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We took over Herdwick Cottage in 2018 and have fully refurbished it to create a luxury 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 achieved a 4* Gold AA Rating and won SME Awards 4 years in a row! Most of all, we love hosting our 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.

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