3 Bed in Ambleside (oc-96511)

An inviting Lakeland hideaway perfect for families and groups of friends, this charming national park cottage backs onto peaceful woodland and sits just 150 metres from Esthwaite Water. Families and literary enthusiasts will love being just 1 mile away from the National Trust's Hill Top, where Beatrix Potter famously wrote her books. In the opposite direction, Hawkshead (1 mile) is the perfect local hub for shops selling outdoor adventure gear, plus plenty of places to eat and drink between your adventures. The popular town of Ambleside (6 miles) offers the same but on a larger scale, including access to the popular Lake Windermere. For scenic lake cruises across Windermere, Waterhead (6.5 miles) is your best bet and offers a choice of waterside footpaths for those who prefer to explore on two feet. More peaceful walks await at the beauty spot of Tarn Hows (3 miles) and the postcard village of Coniston (5 miles).

Before entering this traditional Lake District home, take a moment to admire its scenic position, with tranquil woodland behind and the lake's edge just metres from the front door. Step into the porch, kick off muddy walking shoes, and be greeted by a light-filled dining room. This airy space provides the perfect spot to gather each day to savour Cumbrian feasts cooked up in the well-appointed kitchen in the next room. After each holiday meal, amble through to the warming lounge to let stomachs settle. Here, a choice of soft seating, sit beneath exposed timber beams, by the log burner, offering the ideal spot for cosy nights together. At the end of each magical day away, retire to a choice of three restful bedrooms, the first of which is on the ground floor: a double bedroom with an en-suite shower room. A separate WC and utility space complete the ground floor. Upstairs await the master king-size bedroom, a cosy twin room, and the family bathroom featuring a shower over the bath.

Spill outside when the weather allows and take your pick from two charming gardens. The front garden offers lawn space and pretty views of the lake, while the rear garden provides room for games on the grass plus a picnic bench for al fresco meals together. The rear garden backs onto woodland, setting the scene for a nature-immersed Lake District stay. Completing the property is private off-road parking for three cars, making arrivals and day trips a breeze.

House Rules

Additional information and rules

No dogs allowed


- 3 bedrooms – 1 king-size, 1 ground-floor double, 1 twin

- 2 bathrooms – 1 family bathroom with shower over bath and WC, 1 en-suite shower room with WC, 1 separate ground-floor WC

- Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and dishwasher

- Utility space with washing machine

- Travel cot and highchair

- Wood burner in lounge (logs available to buy locally)

- Freeview TV, DVD player and CD player in lounge

- Rear garden with picnic table and lawn; front garden with lawn and lake views

- Private off-road parking for 3 cars

- Shops, restaurants and pubs within 1 mile

- The maximum occupancy including infants is 6, no additional guests will be permitted


Additional information and rules

No dogs allowed


- 3 bedrooms – 1 king-size, 1 ground-floor double, 1 twin

- 2 bathrooms – 1 family bathroom with shower over bath and WC, 1 en-suite shower room with WC, 1 separate ground-floor WC

- Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and dishwasher

- Utility space with washing machine

- Travel cot and highchair

- Wood burner in lounge (logs available to buy locally)

- Freeview TV, DVD player and CD player in lounge

- Rear garden with picnic table and lawn; front garden with lawn and lake views

- Private off-road parking for 3 cars

- Shops, restaurants and pubs within 1 mile

- The maximum occupancy including infants is 6, no additional guests will be permitted



Host Terms & Conditions

The Travel Chapter Limited, trading as “holidaycottages·co·uk”, acts as agent for the property owner. Therefore, when you make a booking the contract is between you and the owner. Please note our terms and conditions will also apply when you make a booking. These can be found in the footer of our website, holidaycottages·co·uk.

Full travel and key collection instructions will be emailed directly to you upon receipt of full payment.