Short Cottage Breaks in Ambleside

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Short Cottage Breaks in Ambleside

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Stone building with arched blue door and gravel driveway surrounded by bushes at Loughrigg Suite in Ambleside
22
Ambleside, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.4

    Sykes Rating

A spectacular second floor apartment created in a former Victorian residence and set in ten acres of peaceful wooded gardens with magnificent views of the Fairfield Horseshoe. Private parking. (Ref. 1042483)

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

3 nights from £496

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The exterior of a stone cottage with multiple windows a wooden bench plants and ivy on walls at Four Seasons Cottage in Ambleside
11
Ambleside, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.7

A wonderful stone cottage set in the town of Ambleside. Close to amenties. Private Parking. Electric fire (Ref. 1042593)

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

3 nights from £430

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A living room with sofas and cushions next to a kitchen with wooden furniture and plants at Cringol Cottage in Ambleside
20
Ambleside, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.9

A fantastic cottage resting in Ambleside, Cumbria. In a National Park. Open-plan. Romantic. Off-road parking. Close to amenities. Grasmere 4.5 mile; Windermere 4.6 miles; Keswick 16.8 miles. (Ref. 1112841)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking

3 nights from £422

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Stone house with multiple chimneys and windows with climbing plants on the walls at Rock Lea Ambleside
12
Ambleside, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps3
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsNo

    4.8

Character cottage resting in a fantastic part of Ambleside in the Lake District. Ideal for families. Garden patio. WiFi. (Ref. 1043051)

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

3 nights from £454

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An open plan living room and kitchen with wooden beams a striped sofa a grey armchair a glass coffee table and bar stools at Low Ashmead Cottage in Hawkshead
23
Hawkshead, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Sykes Rating

Ashmead Cottage is a thoughtfully-presented, one-bedroom property resting in Hawkshead, Cumbria. In Lake District National Park. Original beams. Smart TV. Ambleside 4.7 miles; Kendal 17.1 miles. (Ref. 1064484)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

3 nights from £402

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A view of a lake surrounded by trees and hills with a stone building on the left at Helm Crag in Grasmere
15
Grasmere, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.9

A delightfully presented apartment with views of Grasmere Lake. Pet-friendly. Perfect for couples. Serene location. (Ref. 1043081)

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

3 nights from £499

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A narrow street with stone buildings and walls with bushes along the side at Squirrel Bank in Ambleside
13
Ambleside, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.8

A stylish first-floor apartment in the Falls area of Ambleside. Central location. Perfect for couples. Private parking. (Ref. 1042925)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

3 nights from £499

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The exterior of a stone cottage with white framed windows and a red door surrounded by plants and a stone wall at Little Robin Cottage in Ambleside
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Ambleside, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps2
  • Bedrooms1
  • PetsYes

    4.8

    Sykes Rating

Little Robin Cottage, a charming stone cottage in the lakeside town of Ambleside, Cumbria. Romantic. Pet-friendly. EV charging point. In Lake District. Grasmere 4.3 miles; Windermere 5 miles; Keswick 16.6 miles. (Ref. 1158287)

  • Wi-fi
  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Washing machine

3 nights from £409

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An outdoor wooden deck with wicker furniture and a large umbrella at Black Dog Lodge Thirlmere 3 White Cross Bay near Windermere
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Thirlmere 3, White Cross Bay near Windermere, Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.6

    Sykes Rating

Contemporary lodge at White Cross Bay, 200 yards from lake with private hot tub, sleeps four with room for infant. Two dogs welcome. Onsite facilities. (Ref. 1076799)

  • Wi-fi
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher
  • Baby-friendly

3 nights from £662

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A white two-story house with a bay window and trees around at Stone Beck in Grasmere
15
Grasmere, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.6

A well-equipped home set within the quaint village of Grasmere in Cumbria. Pet-friendly. WiFi. Gas fire. (Ref. 1076699)

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

3 nights from £481

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A living room with patchwork sofas a wooden coffee table and a TV on a wooden stand at Falls View Cottage in Ambleside
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Ambleside, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.5

A spacious upside-down cottage with patio and viewing area, situated by cascading falls and close to Ambleside’s centre with garage parking and additional parking. Bike store. (Ref. 1043177)

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

3 nights from £395

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A white cottage with a mint green door two windows and a white picket fence around garden plants at Pennys Cottage in Troutbeck
23
Troutbeck, Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.5

Pretty Lakeland cottage. Breathtaking views. Log burner. Balcony, patio and lawned garden. Parking (Ref. 1041276)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

3 nights from £481

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A garden area with a round glass table and chairs overlooking green hills and trees at Boxwood Cottage in Troutbeck
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Troutbeck, Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.6

Contemporary Lakeland cottage in the lovely village of Troutbeck. Two super bedrooms and bathrooms make this ideal for two couples sharing. One pet welcome. (Ref. 1042112)

  • Wi-fi
  • Dishwasher
  • Washing machine

3 nights from £598

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A wooden cabin with a deck next to a stream in a grassy area with trees at Troutbeck Lodge Beckside 6 Limefitt Park near Windermere
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Beckside 6, Limefitt Park near Windermere, Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.6

    Sykes Rating

A modern lodge with riverside location and hot tub on Limefitt Park.. 2 pets. Windermere 3.2 miles; Ambleside 4.3 miles. Onsite facilities. (Ref. 1068897)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Hot Tub
  • Dishwasher

3 nights from £502

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A wooden balcony with a table and chairs overlooking a driveway and green trees at Pheasant's Nest Kirkstone 11 Limefitt Park near Windermere
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Kirkstone 11, Limefitt Park near Windermere, Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.8

    Sykes Rating

A stylish, detached lodge located on Limefitt Park. Private decking, On-site facilities One dog welcome, Off-road parking. Windermere 4miles, Ambleside 4 miles. (Ref. 1068882)

  • Wi-fi
  • Off-road parking
  • Dishwasher

3 nights from £398

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A wooden cabin with glass doors open to a deck with wicker chairs and a glass table surrounded by trees at Willows Lodge White Cross Bay near Windermere
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White Cross Bay, near Windermere, Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.5

    Sykes Rating

Willows Lodge is a stylish, two-bedroom lodge residing in Troutbeck Bridge, Cumbria. Pet-friendly. In the Lake District National Park. Close to Windermere. Windermere 1.6 miles; Ambleside 2.8 miles. (Ref. 1141377)

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

3 nights from £531

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A wooden lodge beside a clear stream surrounded by green trees and shrubs at Nutkins Lodge in Beckside 5 Limefitt Park near Windermere
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Beckside 5, Limefitt Park near Windermere, Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.9

    Sykes Rating

This charming, two-bedroom holiday lodge rests in the Limefitt Holiday Park in Troutbeck, Cumbria. Smart TV. In a National Park. Enclosed decking. Close to amenities. Pet-friendly. Windermere 3.1 miles; Ambleside 4.3 miles. (Ref. 1137012)

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

3 nights from £440

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A stone cottage with two wooden doors surrounded by greenery and a stone wall at The Cosy Peacock in Troutbeck
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Troutbeck, Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.8

    Sykes Rating

The Cosy Peacock, a stylish, stone cottage is tucked away in the countryside of Troutbeck, Cumbria. Pet-friendly. Woodburning stove. Rural. Balcony. Windermere 3.8 miles; Ambleside 4.4 miles. (Ref. 1152868)

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

3 nights from £713

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An outdoor deck with a table and chairs and a brown cabin surrounded by trees at Squirrels Nook Waterside Wood 19 White Cross Bay near Windermere
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Waterside Wood 19, White Cross Bay near Windermere, Lake District, LA23
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.8

    Sykes Rating

Squirrels Nook is a well-presented, single-storey lodge resting near Troutbeck Bridge, Cumbria. Open-plan. Decking with furniture. Off-road parking. Windermere 1.6 miles; Ambleside 2.8 miles. (Ref. 1144148)

  • Wi-fi
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Dishwasher

3 nights from £422

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A stone cottage with white windows and door surrounded by greenery and paved ground at Courtyard Cottage in Ambleside
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Ambleside, Lake District, LA22
  • Sleeps4
  • Bedrooms2
  • PetsYes

    4.5

A charming character property featuring a double height ceiling and gallery, set in a courtyard in Clappersgate near Ambleside. Enclosed patio and shared riverside garden. Private parking for two cars. (Ref. 1043169)

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

3 nights from £485

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The beautiful town of Ambleside on the shores of Windermere in the heart of the Lake District is a must for lovers of the great outdoors. Surrounded by spectacular Cumbrian crags and fells, it makes the ideal base for exploring the natural beauty of the Lakes.

Whether you're after an action-packed mini break or a tranquil weekend getaway, there are a wealth of things to do in Ambleside and the surrounding area, from unrivalled walking routes and invigorating hikes to gentle, lakeside strolls.

The local shops, pubs and eateries in this vibrant, little town mean you'll have everything you could possibly need on your short break whilst you immerse yourself in the surrounding landscape.

Discover the Lakes on an Ambleside short break

Keep an eye out for the curious and quirky site of Bridge House, a 17th-century dwelling with a fascinating history, built on top of a little bridge across the babbling waters of Stock Beck.

Delve even deeper into the town's past with a trip to the Armitt Museum & Library, where you'll discover the Roman history of the area, as well as glimpsing a remarkable collection of artworks - including original watercolours by the author, Beatrix Potter.

Imagine unwinding in your cosy cottage, after a day of exciting Ambleside adventures. Bliss! You can do this with your beloved pooch by your side too, by booking a dog-friendly cottage in Ambleside. Alternatively, explore a wider variety of getaways in this collection of Ambleside cottages and these other short breaks in the Lake District.