Holiday Homes in Ambleside

Sitting at the head of Windermere where the lake meets the mountains, Ambleside is one of the best-loved towns in the Lake District and a walker's idea of heaven. This bustling, stone-built town packs outdoor shops, cosy cafés and welcoming pubs into a compact centre, with the fells rising on every side and the lake just a mile away at Waterhead. For anyone who wants to be in the thick of it, with walks from the door and the whole of the central Lakes within easy reach, few bases beat it.

The town itself is a pleasure to explore. Do not miss Bridge House, the tiny seventeenth-century cottage perched over Stock Beck and one of the most photographed buildings in the Lakes, or the walk up to Stock Ghyll Force, a tumbling waterfall just minutes from the centre. From Waterhead pier you can step aboard a Windermere cruise or hire a boat, while the surrounding fells, Loughrigg, Wansfell and the long Fairfield horseshoe among them, offer walks for every appetite.

With Grasmere, Coniston and Windermere all close by, Ambleside makes a superb springboard for exploring, yet it is lively enough to fill a holiday on its own with its galleries, eateries and easygoing buzz. Browse our holiday homes in Ambleside and base yourself right at the heart of the Lakes, with the water, the fells and the finest of the national park on your doorstep.

Crozier Cottage, Grasmere, CumbriaSykes Cottages

Crozier Cottage, Grasmere, Cumbria

Grasmere, Cumbria

  • 6 sleeps
  • 3 bed
  • Dogs welcome
Holmdale, Grasmere, CumbriaSykes Cottages

Holmdale, Grasmere, Cumbria

Grasmere, Cumbria

  • 6 sleeps
  • 3 bed
Raise View, GrasmereSykes Cottages

Raise View, Grasmere

Grasmere, Cumbria

Raise View, a house over three floors, consists of a kitchen/diner with self-cleaning oven, combi electric hob, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, and seating for ten guests,…

  • 10 sleeps
  • 5 bed
  • Dogs welcome
Swallow Cottage GrasmereHolidaycottages.co.uk

Swallow Cottage Grasmere

Grasmere, Cumbria

Located in the heart of Grasmere this gem offers lots to see and do. From the doorstep you can walk straight into the village; why not visit Dove…

  • 4 sleeps
  • 2 bed
  • Dogs welcome
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The Drift House

Grasmere, Cumbria

The Drift House is a holiday home in Ambleside, Cumbria. Sleeping up to 6 guests, it holds a 3-star rating. This is the one most people come for.…

  • 6 sleeps
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Roundhill Cottages 1

Grasmere, Cumbria

Roundhill Cottages 1 is a holiday home in Ambleside, Cumbria. Sleeping up to 5 guests, it holds a 3-star rating. This is the one most people come for.…

  • 5 sleeps
Nurses Cottage, Hawkshead, CumbriaSykes Cottages

Nurses Cottage, Hawkshead, Cumbria

Hawkshead, Cumbria

  • 4 sleeps
  • 2 bed
Hannakin Barn, Hawkshead, CumbriaSykes Cottages

Hannakin Barn, Hawkshead, Cumbria

Hawkshead, Cumbria

  • 2 sleeps
  • 1 bed
Syke Cottage, Hawkshead, CumbriaSykes Cottages

Syke Cottage, Hawkshead, Cumbria

Hawkshead, Cumbria

  • 6 sleeps
  • 3 bed
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Kirrin Cottage

Hawkshead, Cumbria

The picturesque village of Hawkshead has many inns teashops guest houses and gift shops as well as the Beatrix Potter gallery. Newby Bridge is 10 miles away and…

  • 4 sleeps
  • 2 bed
  • Dogs welcome
Brown CowHolidaycottages.co.uk

Brown Cow

Hawkshead, Cumbria

This attractive property is positioned in the pretty main square of the village of Hawkshead within walking distance of amenities and attractions. The village is proud of its…

  • 2 sleeps
  • 1 bed
  • Dogs welcome
Garden Cottage GrasmereHolidaycottages.co.uk

Garden Cottage Grasmere

Grasmere, Cumbria

Retreat to a romantic hideaway in the charming village of Grasmere nestled in the heart of the English countryside and celebrated for its connection to poet William Wordsworth…

  • 2 sleeps
  • 1 bed
  • Dogs welcome
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Bluebell Cottage

Grasmere, Cumbria

Bluebell Cottage is a holiday home in Ambleside, Cumbria. Sleeping up to 6 guests, it holds a 4-star rating. Dogs are welcome. This is the one most people…

  • 6 sleeps
  • Dogs welcome
Wisteria, GrasmereSykes Cottages

Wisteria, Grasmere

Grasmere, Cumbria

This property has one double bedroom with a woodburning stove, along with a shower room and an open-plan living space. Appliances include an electric oven and hob, microwave,…

  • 2 sleeps
  • 1 bed
  • Dogs welcome
Eller Close House, GrasmereSykes Cottages

Eller Close House, Grasmere

Grasmere, Cumbria

The areas in the property consist of a kitchen/diner with electric oven, induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, and a wine cooler, and a sitting room with Smart…

  • 6 sleeps
  • 3 bed
Tilly'S Cottage, Grasmere, CumbriaSykes Cottages

Tilly'S Cottage, Grasmere, Cumbria

Grasmere, Cumbria

  • 4 sleeps
  • 2 bed
Escote, HawksheadSykes Cottages

Escote, Hawkshead

Hawkshead, Cumbria

The living areas in the detached cottage comprise an open-plan living space with a kitchen offering an electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher,…

  • 6 sleeps
  • 3 bed
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Sunny Howe

Hawkshead, Cumbria

This is the perfect base for you to discover the wonders of the Lake District. Only half a mile south of Hawkshead you are in an idyllic location…

  • 4 sleeps
  • 2 bed
  • Dogs welcome
Woodys NookHolidaycottages.co.uk

Woodys Nook

Hawkshead, Cumbria

This property enjoys a lovely location in the hamlet of Rogerground which is just a short walk away from the traffic-free village of Hawkshead famed for its connections…

  • 2 sleeps
  • 1 bed
  • Dogs welcome
The BriarsHolidaycottages.co.uk

The Briars

Hawkshead, Cumbria

This property enjoys a quiet location in a small hamlet and yet is within walking distance of the village of Hawkshead which offers a range of shops pubs…

  • 8 sleeps
  • 4 bed
  • Dogs welcome
How Beck, Hawkshead, CumbriaSykes Cottages

How Beck, Hawkshead, Cumbria

Hawkshead, Cumbria

  • 6 sleeps
  • 3 bed
  • Dogs welcome
Lama LodgeCottages.com

Lama Lodge

Hawkshead, Cumbria

Lama Lodge is a holiday home in Ambleside, Cumbria. Sleeping up to 2 guests, it holds a 3-star rating. Dogs are welcome. This is the one most people…

  • 2 sleeps
  • Dogs welcome
Fell FootHolidaycottages.co.uk

Fell Foot

Hawkshead, Cumbria

Perched on a gentle rise overlooking Esthwaite Water this property enjoys wide panoramic views of the lake and beautiful surrounding countryside. Only half a mile south of Hawkshead…

  • 4 sleeps
  • 2 bed
  • Dogs welcome
Leafy Nook is in Hawkshead, in Cumbria. Three-bedroom lodge with woodburning stove. In National ParkSykes Cottages

Leafy Nook is in Hawkshead, in Cumbria. Three-bedroom lodge with woodburning stove. In National Park

Hawkshead, Cumbria

Leafy Nook consists of an open-plan living space with kitchen with electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, dining area for six and a sitting area…

  • 6 sleeps
  • 3 bed
  • Dogs welcome