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A stone house entrance with white door windows and a wooden bench surrounded by plants at Millans Garth in Ambleside
47
Ambleside, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps7
  • Bedrooms4
  • PetsNo

    4.8

A traditional terrace cottage situated in the village of Ambleside, the Lake District. Family-friendly. Central location. Within National Park. (Ref. 1042668)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £532

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An outdoor balcony with a metal table and four chairs overlooking a town and hills at Rothay 17 in Ambleside
42
Ambleside, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps6
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.7

    Sykes Rating

Comfortable apartment above Ambleside with fell views and on-site facilities. Ideal touring base, great for walking and exploring pretty Lakeland villages. Windermere 4 miles. (Ref. 948286)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher

7 nights from £534

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Front view of a stone cottage with three windows and a glass door surrounded by bushes and trees at Apple Tree Cottage in Troutbeck Bridge near Windermere
21
Troutbeck Bridge near Windermere, Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.8

    Sykes Rating

Lovely, stone-built cottage situated in the Lake District National Park, within walking distance of Lake Windermere near Troutbeck Bridge. Off-road parking. Windermere 2.3 miles. (Ref. 1000835)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom

7 nights from £420

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A living room with a gray sofa and armchair a coffee table on a rug and a kitchen with a breakfast bar and stools at Hygge at No8 in Windermere
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Windermere, Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.7

The Danish term 'hygge', pronounced 'hue-gah', has no direct English translation, but perhaps you can find that meaning expressed in this luxurious first-floor love nest for tw (Ref. 1041652)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

7 nights from £504

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A stone house with patio furniture and flowering plants at The Gallery in Ambleside
9
Ambleside, Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.8

Stunning studio apartment with luxury furnishings throughout. Fabulous views from a prime location close to Brockhole and Lake Windermere. Midway between Ambleside and Windermere. (Ref. 1042094)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

7 nights from £456

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A stone building with a blue door and large window with outdoor seating and plants at The Coach House Ambleside
12
Ambleside, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.8

A stunning former coach house within the town of Ambleside, the Lake District. Romantic dwelling. Electric fire. Close to amenities. (Ref. 1043015)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher

7 nights from £661

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A stone exterior house with a blue door and white windows with flower pots at Two Tweenways Ambleside
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Ambleside, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    5.0

    Sykes Rating

Two Tweenways is a traditional Lakeland terraced cottage set in the heart of Ambleside, close to all the shops, pubs and with the benefit of off-street parking. Windermere 4.7 miles; Bowness-on-Windermere 5.6 miles; Coniston 7.5 miles. (Ref. 1165825)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
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  • Baby-friendly

  • £147 off - Sat 2nd Aug to 9th Aug 2025

  • £111 off - Sat 9th Aug to 16th Aug 2025

  • 10% off - Sat 16th Aug to 23rd Aug 2025

7 nights from £460

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A living room with a sofa, armchair, glass coffee table, bookshelf, floor lamp, television, and large windows overlooking a lake at Lakeland View in Ambleside
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Ambleside, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.6

A luxury top floor one-bedroom apartment in a prominent position overlooking the lake at Waterhead, with stylish accommodation and balcony with panoramic views. Set in landscaped gardens. Private parking. (Ref. 1042508)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £617

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An open-plan living room and kitchen with a blue sofa wooden coffee table dining table chairs and a wall-mounted electric fireplace at Old Village Shop in Ambleside
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Ambleside, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.7

Outstanding apartment in heart of Ambleside. High quality furnishings. Visit England 5 Star Gold Award. (Ref. 1041094)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly

  • 15% off - Fri 4th Apr to 30th Jun 2025

7 nights from £791

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A stone cottage with a small outdoor seating area and a black gate in front at Prospect Cottage Studio Ambleside
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Ambleside, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsNo

    4.8

    Sykes Rating

A charming, ground-floor studio apartment nestled in the bustling town of Ambleside, in the Lake District. Patio garden. Open-plan living. Grasmere 4 miles; Bowness-on-Windermere 5.8 miles. (Ref. 1016178)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher

7 nights from £423

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A balcony with wicker chairs and a small table overlooking trees and a street at Romney Grange in Ambleside
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Ambleside, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    5.0

A gloriously penthouse apartment located at Waterhead in lovely landscaped gardens. Fabulous views. Scenic setting. Ideal for couples or families of four. (Ref. 1042541)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £893

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A gravel driveway in front of a white cottage with green window frames and trimmed bushes at Nurses Cottage in Hawkshead
36
Hawkshead, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.7

A character, 18th century cottage nestled on the outskirts of Hawkshead. Charming location. Garden patio. Garage. (Ref. 1042690)

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  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher

7 nights from £634

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A wooden cabin with a fenced porch surrounded by trees at Alfresco Lodge in Skiptory Howe 37B White Cross Bay near Windermere
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Skiptory Howe 37B, White Cross Bay near Windermere, Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.7

    Sykes Rating

Alfresco Lodge, a charming, single-storey cottage in White Cross Bay holiday park near Windermere, Cumbria. Smart TV. Electric fire. Private parking. Windermere 1.7 miles; Ambleside 2.8 miles. (Ref. 1089012)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £576

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A row of stone cottages with small front gardens and multiple white windows at Poppy's Cottage in Grasmere
22
Grasmere, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9

    Sykes Rating

This gorgeous terraced cottage rests in the Lake District village of Grasmere. Open-plan living. En-suite. Centre of Grasmere. (Ref. 982665)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Games room

7 nights from £887

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A stone house with white framed windows and a small porch on a paved driveway at Tilly's Cottage in Grasmere
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Grasmere, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.8

(Ref. 1041646)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £1055

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Stone buildings next to a river with a stone wall and hedges at Idle Mill 2 in Ambleside
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Ambleside, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.8

5 star penthouse accomodation in the centre of Ambleside. Two fabulous bedrooms with en-suites, stunning views through floor to ceiling windows and viewing balcony. (Ref. 1042186)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £681

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A wooden cabin with a deck and railing surrounded by plants at Hill Top Lodge in Bowness 65 White Cross Bay
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Bowness 65, White Cross Bay, Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.8

    Sykes Rating

A fabulous, single-storey lodge resting upon White Cross Bay Caravan Park, in Troutbeck Bridge, Cumbria. Hot tub. In National Park. Contemporary. On-site facilities. Windermere 1.7 miles; Ambleside 2.8 miles. (Ref. 1127727)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Swimming pool
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £791

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A balcony with black metal table and chairs overlooking trees a river and a road at Romney 17 in Ambleside
22
Ambleside, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.5

A fabulous apartment located at Waterhead in the exclusive Romney Grange Development. Spectacular views. Private balcony. Within National Park (Ref. 1042526)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Sky TV

7 nights from £696

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The exterior of a stone and white plaster house with a pebble driveway and a small porch at Silver How in Ambleside
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Ambleside, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.6

    Sykes Rating

Silver How is a stunning Victorian stone-built property resting in the town of Ambleside, Cumbria. Off-road parking. Close to a lake. Close to a shop and a pub. Windermere 4.3 miles; Bowness-on-Windermere 5.3 miles; Kendal 13 miles. (Ref. 1141905)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £651

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An outdoor patio area with chairs and plants beside a stone wall and white house at Highfold in Ambleside
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Ambleside, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.8

Highfold is a character cottage in Ambleside, close to all the shops & restaurants, and a short walk to the Lake. Perfect for families. Woodburning stove. Patio garden. (Ref. 1042608)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly

7 nights from £607

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Found in the heart of the Lake District, Elterwater is a small village just west of Ambleside, taking its name from the lake Elterwater southeast of the village. Situated in the beautiful Great Langdale Valley, an Elterwater cottage is a superb base for a touring holiday in this idyllic part of Cumbria.

Why Elterwater Cottages?

If it's outdoor adventure you're after, then a self-catering cottage in Elterwater is a great choice, as it sits within a region renowned for its excellent walking trails, Elterwater being the gateway to the famous Langdale valley, much of it owned by the National Trust. Picture white-washed cottages with slate roofs, sheep grazing in fields and Lakeland peaks towering in the background. A little known and very attractive waterfall, Skelwith Force can be found at the Elter Water Lake, with Colwith Force also being nearby, making a perfect opportunity for a stunning walk. For more inspiration on how to spend your holiday in Elterwater, browse our Lake District Travel Guide.

Places to visit near Elterwater Cottages

With an Elterwater holiday cottage, you'll be in the perfect spot for seeing the Lakes in all its glory. Travel over to Grasmere to visit Dove Cottage, the home of world-famous poet William Wordsworth, where some of his most famous works were written, or walk to the summit of Loughrigg Fell, a popular choice for all Lake District lovers, boasting amazing views of the dramatic landscapes found in Ambleside. While you're in the area you mustn't miss a chance to visit the World of Beatrix Potter especially if you have little ones, to meet Peter Rabbit and friends! Places to visit near Elterwater cottages include Ambleside, Bowness-on-Windermere, Coniston, Grasmere, Hawkshead.

Types of Lake District Holidays

If you are looking for some luxury in your Elterwater accommodation then have a browse of luxury Lake District cottages for something in the area, or if you want to bring your four-legged friend along. choose from a selection of dog-friendly cottages in the Lake District so the whole family can come.

If you're looking for self-catering accommodation in the heart of the Lake District, look no further than cottages to rent in Elterwater - browse and book yours today with Sykes!