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Ambleside sits at the heart of the Lake District National Park, surrounded by fells, lakes and some of England's most spectacular walking country. Our Sykes Cottages Ambleside properties put you right in the middle of it all, whether you're after a weekend break or a longer stay.

From cosy one-bedroom retreats to larger properties sleeping groups and families, our cottages cover a wide range of styles and budgets. Many sit within walking distance of Ambleside town centre, Windermere and popular trails including the Fairfield Horseshoe.

Ambleside offers independent shops, well-regarded restaurants and easy access to Coniston, Grasmere and Langdale. Book one of our properties and you have the entire Lake District on your doorstep.

Ambleside sits at the heart of the Lake District National Park, surrounded by fells, lakes and some of England's most spectacular walking country. Our Sykes Cottages Ambleside properties put you right in the middle of it all, whether you're after a weekend break or a longer stay.

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4.4

Gerand

Sleeps 2
Bedrooms: 1
  • Peaceful Troutbeck Valley hillside location
  • Stunning Lake Windermere fell views
  • Ground floor king-size bedroom
  • Off-road parking directly outside
  • Walking distance to woodland paths
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4.4

Long Crag Annexe

Sleeps 2
Pets 1
Bedrooms: 1
  • Two minutes walk to Ambleside centre
  • Stunning views over Wansfell Pike
  • Spacious ground floor apartment for two
  • One dog welcome with parking
  • Perfect base for Lake District walks
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4.6

Barney's Cottage

Sleeps 5
Pets 1
Bedrooms: 3
  • Central Ambleside location near shops
  • Private parking for one car
  • Sleeps five across three floors
  • Wood-burning stove and underfloor heating
  • Two dogs welcome with stairguard
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4.6

Tom Heights

Sleeps 2
Bedrooms: 1
  • Central Ambleside location with parking
  • First-floor Victorian apartment sleeps two
  • Well-equipped kitchen with dishwasher included
  • Perfect base for Lake District walks
  • Shared laundry facilities available downstairs
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4.6

Juniper Cottage

Sleeps 2
Pets 1
Bedrooms: 1
  • Central Ambleside location, five minutes walk
  • Private parking space in courtyard
  • Welcomes two dogs with spare bowls
  • Newly refurbished well-equipped kitchen
  • Walking distance to Lake Windermere
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4.4

Heather Cottage

Sleeps 3
Pets 1
Bedrooms: 2
  • Central Ambleside location, minutes from shops
  • Private parking space right outside door
  • Dog-friendly cottage welcomes three pets
  • Walking distance to Lake Windermere
  • Fully equipped kitchen with dishwasher
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4.6

Loughrigg View

Sleeps 4
Bedrooms: 2
  • Central Ambleside location with parking
  • Whirlpool bath and en-suite shower
  • Sleeps four in two bedrooms
  • Contemporary apartment near Lake Windermere
  • Well-equipped kitchen for self-catering
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4.3

Kelsick Heights

Sleeps 4
Bedrooms: 2
  • Central Ambleside location with parking
  • Lake Windermere one mile away
  • Mountain walks from the doorstep
  • Stockghyll Force waterfall nearby
  • Apartments sleep various group sizes
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4.3

Hall Bank Cottage

Sleeps 8
Pets 1
Bedrooms: 4
  • Central Windermere village location
  • Private enclosed garden with views
  • Off-road parking at property
  • Walking routes from the door
  • Traditional cottage with original features
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Visitor Rating
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4.5

Rothay 17

Sleeps 6
Bedrooms: 2
  • Spectacular fell views from every window
  • Private balcony with evening sun
  • Two minutes walk to town centre
  • Allocated parking space included
  • Modern apartment sleeping six people
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4.3

Loughrigg View

Sleeps 5
Bedrooms: 3
  • Central Ambleside location near shops
  • Vaulted bedroom with en-suite shower
  • Woodburner in original stone fireplace
  • Walking routes from the front door
  • Views to fells from all bedrooms
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4.1

High Ridge

Sleeps 4
Pets 1
Bedrooms: 2
  • Central Ambleside high street location
  • Exceptionally spacious split-level apartment
  • Sleeps four across two bedrooms
  • Bay window seat with street views
  • Dogs welcome with park nearby
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4.2

Thompson Cottage

Sleeps 5
Bedrooms: 3
  • 2.3 miles from Ambleside centre
  • Woodburning stove and garden space
  • Parking for two cars included
  • Walking distance to Lake Windermere
  • Three bedrooms sleeping up to five
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4.2

Todd Crag View

Sleeps 4
Bedrooms: 2
  • Stunning fell views from balcony
  • Central Ambleside location walkable everywhere
  • Sleeps two in comfortable apartment
  • Powerful shower after mountain walks
  • Five minutes to town centre
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Visitor Rating
Rating
4.7

The Old Laundry

Sleeps 4
Pets 1
Bedrooms: 2
  • Ground floor with two en-suites
  • Heated bathroom floors throughout
  • 10-15 minute walk to Ambleside
  • Wine cooler and breakfast bar
  • Two dogs welcome with extras
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4.7

Walker's Retreat

Sleeps 3
Bedrooms: 2
  • Mountain views from elevated patio
  • Central Ambleside with off-road parking
  • Walking routes from the door
  • King-size bedroom and single room
  • Utility room with heated drying rail
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4.6

Church View

Sleeps 2
Bedrooms: 1
  • Private parking in central Ambleside
  • 2-5 minutes walk to town centre
  • Mountain views from bedroom window
  • Modern kitchen with dishwasher and washer/dryer
  • Direct access to fell walks
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4.7

Cloud Cottage

Sleeps 6
Bedrooms: 3
  • Central Ambleside town location
  • Sleeps six across three bedrooms
  • Perfect base for Fairfield Horseshoe
  • Spacious three-storey terraced cottage
  • Parking permit and dishwasher included
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4.2

2 Riverside Cottage

Sleeps 2
Pets 1
Bedrooms: 1
  • Central Ambleside location
  • Traditional Lake District cottage
  • Walking routes from doorstep
  • Near Lake Windermere shore
  • Independent shops and restaurants
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4.7

Wansfell Nook

Sleeps 4
Bedrooms: 2
  • Central Ambleside town location
  • Two king-size en-suite bedrooms
  • Woodburning stove and Smart TVs
  • Walk to shops and restaurants
  • Private parking for one car
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Millans Park, Ambleside, Cumbria, LA22 9AG