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Bluehill Cottage, Central Ambleside, Stunning Views dedicated parking for 1 car

Lakefront holiday home with kitchen and patio

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Living area
Interior
Living area
Exterior detail

Reviews

9.0 out of 10
Wonderful
3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor space
  • Kitchen
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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  • Place, Lake Windermere
  • Place, Ambleside Pier
  • Place, Rydal Mount

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

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

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Bluehill Cottage, Central Ambleside, Stunning Views dedicated parking for 1 car

This newly refurbished cottage has stunning views over Loughrigg, towards Coniston Old Man. enter into the warm lounge, it has a south west aspect. The bay window has a spectacular view, there are fabulous views from every window, It is 5 minutes walk from Ambleside centre.. no need to take the car, there is a newly dedicated parking space for 1 car. Sit & watch the sun go down outside or walk down to one of the many restaurants, cafes, bars & cinemas located nearby. There is a well equipped galley style kitchen with dishwasher, coffee machine etc, 3 bedrooms, a modern bath with shower & WC, central heating operated by a Hive thermostat & living fire. There are many outdoor activities to enjoy, walking, cycling, sailing, kayaking, paddle boarding to name but a few, the perfect base for a wonderful Lake District holiday.

There is free superfast broadband, towels and bed linen are all included.

3 night stays are available in winter months only on request.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Mountain view

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:30 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

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove personal items
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

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ambleside

Located in Ambleside, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Windermere and Ullswater. Travelling with kids? Consider Treetop Trek, or check out an event or a game at Parkside Road. Waterskiing and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.
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Ambleside, Cumbria

What's nearby

  • Lake Windermere - 10 min walk - 0.9 km
  • Ambleside Pier - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre - 5 min drive - 4.0 km
  • Rydal Mount - 6 min drive - 3.7 km
  • Dove Cottage - 8 min drive - 7.0 km

Getting around

  • Windermere Station - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Freshers’ Cafe - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪The White Lion - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Rothay Manor Hotel - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Royal Oak - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪Zeffirellis - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Bluehill Cottage, Central Ambleside, Stunning Views dedicated parking for 1 car pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Bluehill Cottage, Central Ambleside, Stunning Views dedicated parking for 1 car?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Bluehill Cottage, Central Ambleside, Stunning Views dedicated parking for 1 car?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Bluehill Cottage, Central Ambleside, Stunning Views dedicated parking for 1 car?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Bluehill Cottage, Central Ambleside, Stunning Views dedicated parking for 1 car located?

This family-friendly Ambleside holiday home is located on a lake, 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

9.0

Wonderful

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy
Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 73 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 24 out of 73 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 5 out of 73 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 73 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 73 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steve J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic property in a quiet and picturesque part of Ambleside, with fantastic views. Very useful to have an easy to access parking space too. Will definitely return for another booking
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Garry J.

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

Short stay in June

A lovely property in the heart of the lakes. Perfect position for hiking and walking to Ambleside town.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

DENISE D.

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

Lovley cottage great views

Lovley cottage great views quite a sun trap
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nathalie B.

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

A home away from home

We really loved our stay at Bluehill cottage. Comfortable, great views and walking distance to the center is Ambleside.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Attila A.

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

Blue Hill Cottage

We loved everything about our stay in Ambleside Blue Hill Cottage. Close to local stores and very easy access to lots of hiking trails. We would love to go back in the future.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sophie H.

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

Oct half term in Lakes

Very comfortable and warm property. Just what we needed during a wet and windy Oct half term. Cosy living/dining room with wonderful views from bay window onto fells. Very convenient location near central Ambleside. Kitchen was small but well kitted out. Couple of points to note: Not much storage space throughout for kitchen food or clothes in bedrooms and parking was tricky in the road a couple of times but can always park within 2 mins walk . We’d definitely come again.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

Clifford C.

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

Wonderful getaway at a well-appointed, comfortable cottage with beautiful views

Our family, me, my wife and our two sons (aged 18 and 15) had a memorable time at the property. We were blessed with warm and dry weather, which was cheering especially since the forecasts had promised rain, and we made the most of the location, driving out to Keswick one day, Grizedale on another and going for a long car tour of the North West lakes that included the awe-inspiring Whinlatter, Hardknot and Wrynose mountain passes. But for the rest of the week we walked from the cottage and say the lovely Stockghyll waterfall, the "Champion Tree" walk in the woods to the south of Ambleside, and we climbed up Loughriff Fell, the big hill opposite the cottage which afforded lovely views of Ambleside on the descent. And Ambleside itself is such a gem. Although busy, it has a enchanting charm. The cottage is so well appointed and so beautifully decorated, with comfortable furniture and aesthetically pleasing furnishings, it fitted our family so well. Cliff Coultart
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
No problems with parking and allocated space outside of property. Wi-fi reliable although we were mostly out and about.Property clean throughout. Best feature was the location for us. Just a 5 min stroll into town for pubs, shops and cafes and also benefits from great walks being available from doorstep.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

8/10 Good

Gillian J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Linda’s cottage is lovely and in a central location really close to the town and with lovely views. Having a car parking space was brilliant. The cottage itself had very thing we needed and Linda responded to messages really quickly. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
This was a fabulous cottage for a family. Great location with some short walks with lovely views of perfect length for two kids age 5 and 6 (Rydal caves and Grasmere being our favourite). Great access to the lake for various boat based activities and an easy walk into Ambleside for some interesting shops (the Rock shop and toy shop were particularly interesting). Cottage itself was clean and cosy and had truly stunning views. Rooms over 3 floors so the kids expended some energy going up 2 flights of stairs to bed. Some toys and books that helped entertain the kids too. Kitchen was small but fine for only 5 people (just don’t do a weeks shop in one hit!). Communication with host was easy and she responded quickly, sorting out some minor problems quickly.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wir haben uns in den 17 Tagen in dem Cottage sehr wohl gefühlt. Es war nach den Wanderungen wie nach Hause kommen.
Stayed 17 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael H.

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

Cottage with a view

The lovely view from the lounge/diner makes the property, which was very well equipped and very well located in relation to the village centre and its many restaurants and shops. Our stay was enhanced by some really exceptional weather.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Laura F.

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

Lovely property in great location

We had a fantastic stay in Ambleside, largely due to the location of this property. A 5 minute walk from the centre of town and lots of restaurants and pubs but far enough away from the centre to be private. Amazing views. A little difficult to find in the first place but once we located it, all was good! Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Paul N.

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

February Half Term in Ambleside

We had a great week, the house has masses going for it, the view is great, it’s really convenient to pop into Ambleside but far enough away so it’s quiet. The beds are comfy, the house is warm and inviting, it has pretty much everything you need to be a home away from home. Thankyou
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

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

Lovely stay

The accommodation was just as described and comfortably big enough for the 4 of us. Was great to be able to walk from the house onto the fells, to the lake and to the town. Lovely views as well.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

8/10 Good

Stephen B.

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

Beautiful location

This is a well located cottage with a lovely view. The parking space was convenient.The house was clean ,wi fi worked and beds were comfy. The stairs to the top floor are very steep especially with luggage and the shower had low pressure. Overall a lovely stay. Overall a lovely
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

6/10 Okay

Sandra T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great location

Gorgeous views. Amazing location. Clean and reasonably well equiped. Cozy and warm. Small kitchen for up to 5 guests but we managed.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

gilbert

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

Authentic cosy cottage in lakes

Ultimately the cottage seems to be a home to the owners how they like it. Cosy, practical & functional. Absolutely fine for us and accurately described - location really good & parking great for 1 vehicle we have a discovery and no problem. We took a fire stick down but you can’t link that up to the network, which was unusual- no porch for wet stuff, but you can see this from advert so again prepared for it. Anyway really enjoyed stay and would book again.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Beth M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Ambleside

Sweet little house in a great location. Not suitable for tall people.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew R.

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

Great base for the Southern Lakes

Such a comfortable place to stay, within walking distance of the many pubs and restaurants in Ambleside. And on the doorstep of so many great walks. Fantastic views and heaps of games and DVDs in case of a rainy day!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne C.

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

Perfect

We enjoyed the cottage very much. Beautiful views and very comfortable. Highly recommend.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

David A.

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

Excellent Location

Fantastic cosy base for our short stay. Great view, feels like a world away from civilisation but less than a five minute walk to Ambleside town centre. Five minutes in the opposite direction and we were onto the fells. Our host Linda was very helpful throughout.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

sarah g.

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

Lovely stay

Lovely cottage, host was very helpful
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen P.

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

Blue Hill Road Cabin

The accommodations were comfortable. I recommend the address location be better labeled on the stone wall. The cab driver had difficulty finding Cabin 3. The stone wall hides the view of the cabin. The laundry from the previous tenants never got picked up and the red laundry bag sat on the front stoop all week. The outside views from the dining room window, kitchen, bathroom and bedrooms were splendid.
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise C.

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

Perfect location

Had a lovely stay. Views were stunning. Cottage is pretty basic but clean and has everything you need. The walk into Ambleside is only a few minutes which is perfect for grabbing groceries or going out for a meal. The host, Linda was great and answered any questions quickly. We would return.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

About the host

Hosted by Linda Lawler

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When we bought the property we thought it would be a good investment, however it very quickly became so much more.

Over the years it has provided a very welcome escape from a hectic work schedule, I always return home feeling utterly relaxed, chilled and ready to face anything.

Lots of family & friends have been able to enjoy holidays here, we've spent many hours around the dinner table sharing special times and all eagerly await a return invitation.

Why they chose this property

If you are a Lakes lover, you will understand why we chose to buy in Ambleside. It is the centre of the hub. Offering all sorts of activities for different ages. We have never regretted the choice! And, made many happy memories.

What makes this property unique

within walking distance of the village, fells and transport links.

Warm, cosy and amazing views from every window.

Dedicated Parking & green area with external rear courtyard,

Fabulous walks, water activities, restaurants & cinemas right on the doorstep.

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English

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