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8 1/2 Church Street, Ambleside

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4.6
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Guest Rating
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4.6
out of 5
Cumbria » Ambleside
Sleeps up to 6
Pets 1
Hot Tub
Bedrooms: 3

8 1/2 Church Street is a beautifully converted Grade II listed cottage in Ambleside, Cumbria. This property sits at the northern tip of Lake Windermere in the heart of the Lake District National Park. The cottage sleeps six guests across two bedrooms and offers two full bathrooms plus a private hot tub.

Ambleside provides direct access to shops, restaurants and two Michelin Star dining spots. Stock Ghyll Force waterfall is within walking distance. Lake Windermere offers paddleboarding and kayaking opportunities.

The accommodation features a king-size bedroom and a twin bedroom. Both bathrooms include full facilities. The kitchen contains a Leisuremaster Range cooker with five burner gas hob, triple electric oven and dishwasher.

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About 8 1/2 Church Street

8 1/2 Church Street is a beautifully converted Grade II listed cottage in Ambleside, Cumbria. This property sits at the northern tip of Lake Windermere in the heart of the Lake District National Park. The cottage sleeps six guests across two bedrooms and offers two full bathrooms plus a private hot tub.

Ambleside provides direct access to shops, restaurants and two Michelin Star dining spots. Stock Ghyll Force waterfall is within walking distance. Lake Windermere offers paddleboarding and kayaking opportunities.

The accommodation features a king-size bedroom and a twin bedroom. Both bathrooms include full facilities. The kitchen contains a Leisuremaster Range cooker with five burner gas hob, triple electric oven and dishwasher. A sun room and separate snug provide additional living space.

Bridge House (0.2 miles, 2 minutes) offers National Trust information. Armitt Library & Museum Centre (0.3 miles, 3 minutes) displays local history. Waterhead lakeside parkland (1 mile, 5 minutes) connects to Windermere. White Platts Miniature Golf (0.4 miles, 4 minutes) provides family entertainment.

Perfect for families and couples wanting Lake District exploration. The hot tub and central location make 8 1/2 Church Street ideal for walking holidays.

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8 1/2 Church Street Attractions & Days Out

Explore the wonderful attractions and activities surrounding 8 1/2 Church Street during your stay. Find the best places to visit and things to do in the local area, all conveniently organised by distance and type. Charming villages to lively and exciting attractions - there's something for everyone to enjoy. Browse through our categories including attractions, walks & outdoor activities, shopping destinations and handy tips on getting around. Plan your perfect day out. Whether you're looking for family fun, romantic experiences, or pet-friendly adventures, this cottage provides an ideal base to explore Cumbria's fantastic days out. Click on any attraction for more detailed information including address, opening times and visitor tips.

Bridge House
Distance: 0.2 miles
LA22 9DU
Armitt Library & Museum Centre
Distance: 0.3 miles
LA22 0BZ
White Platts Miniature Golf
Distance: 0.4 miles
LA22 9EE
Stock Ghyll Force Waterfall
Distance: 0.5 miles
LA22 9LU
Waterhead Lakeside Parkland
Distance: 1 mile
LA22 0EP
Loughrigg Fell Trail
Distance: 2 miles
LA22 9NG
Ambleside Town Centre
Distance: 0.1 miles
LA22 9BS
Co-op Food Store
Distance: 0.2 miles
LA22 9BT
Climbers Shop
Distance: 0.2 miles
LA22 9DT
Windermere Bus Stop
Distance: 0.1 miles
LA22 9BU
Ambleside Taxi Rank
Distance: 0.2 miles
LA22 9BS
Waterhead Pier
Distance: 1 mile
LA22 0EP
Bridge House
Distance: 0.2 miles
LA22 9DU
Armitt Library & Museum Centre
Distance: 0.3 miles
LA22 0BZ
White Platts Miniature Golf
Distance: 0.4 miles
LA22 9EE
Stock Ghyll Force Waterfall
Distance: 0.5 miles
LA22 9LU
Waterhead Lakeside Parkland
Distance: 1 mile
LA22 0EP
Loughrigg Fell Trail
Distance: 2 miles
LA22 9NG
Ambleside Town Centre
Distance: 0.1 miles
LA22 9BS
Co-op Food Store
Distance: 0.2 miles
LA22 9BT
Climbers Shop
Distance: 0.2 miles
LA22 9DT
Windermere Bus Stop
Distance: 0.1 miles
LA22 9BU
Ambleside Taxi Rank
Distance: 0.2 miles
LA22 9BS
Waterhead Pier
Distance: 1 mile
LA22 0EP

Is 8 1/2 Church Street Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families
Children can enjoy White Platts Miniature Golf just 0.4 miles away. The hot tub provides entertainment after days exploring. Stock Ghyll Force waterfall offers an easy family walk. Waterhead lakeside parkland has open space for playing. Highchair, stairgate and travel cot are available on request. Lake Windermere provides opportunities for boat trips and water activities within one mile.
For Couples
The private hot tub creates a romantic setting in the enclosed garden. Two Michelin Star restaurants are located in Ambleside for special dining. The sun room and separate snug offer intimate spaces. Lake Windermere provides scenic walks and paddleboarding opportunities. Stock Ghyll Force waterfall makes a perfect couples' walk. The Grade II listed cottage features original beams and historical character throughout.
Pet Friendly
One well-behaved pet is welcome at 8 1/2 Church Street. The enclosed garden provides a secure outdoor space for dogs. Stock Ghyll Force waterfall walk is dog-friendly and starts nearby. Lake District trails accessible from the doorstep allow for extensive dog walking. Ambleside has several pet-friendly pubs and cafes. Water bowls and towels should be brought for your pet's comfort.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at 8 1/2 Church Street

The Priest Hole

Located 0.2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA22 9BU

Zeffirellis Restaurant

Located 0.1 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA22 9DU

Apple Pie Cafe

Located 0.2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA22 9BT

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about 8 1/2 Church Street

Does this cottage have a hot tub?
Yes, 8 1/2 Church Street includes a private hot tub in the enclosed garden. The hot tub is available throughout your stay for all guests.
Is it pet friendly?
One well-behaved pet is welcome at this property. Please ensure your pet is supervised in the garden and house areas.
How many people does 8 1/2 Church Street sleep?
The cottage sleeps six guests across two bedrooms. One king-size bedroom and one twin bedroom are available with two full bathrooms.
What parking is available?
Off-road parking for one car is provided at the property. Additional parking permits would need to be arranged separately if required.
What kitchen facilities are included?
The kitchen has a Leisuremaster Range cooker with triple electric oven and five burner gas hob. Dishwasher, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer and coffee maker are all provided.
Is the cottage suitable for children?
Yes, families are welcome and child equipment is available on request. Highchair, stairgate and travel cot can be provided when booking.
What are the nearest attractions?
Bridge House is 0.2 miles away (2 minutes drive). Stock Ghyll Force waterfall, Armitt Library & Museum Centre and White Platts Miniature Golf are all within half a mile.
Are there low ceilings in the cottage?
Yes, this is a Grade II listed building with low doorways throughout. Please mind your head when moving between rooms in the property.

8 1/2 Church Street Reviews

Louisa
Beautiful cottage and an excellent location. Garden and hot tub were lovely. Because it is an old property the bedrooms are a little slanted and so are the beds in 2 of the rooms in particular. This meant we unfortunately didnt get the best sleep each night but other people may not be affected by this. The one minor thing is that the property has no basics no hand soap upstairs, no washing up liquid etc. You get a starter pack from SykesLakelovers but thats it. It doesnt advertise that it has one but generally nowadays you find those things. Also there is no clothes airer to dry clothes indoors somethings cant be tumble dried and when raining there was nowhere to dry clothes indoors. As I said, not big issues just a consideration.
We have just returned from a lovely week with our 3 teenage children. The house was very well equipped & the beds very comfy. We loved being able to walk around Ambleside without using the car & had a dip in the hot tub every day. Having a car park space was a huge bonus although it takes some precision reversing as the space is very tight. We got the hang of it after a few days. We did lots of walks, pottery painting, steam train ride & paddle boarding to nearby lakes. All in all, it was a great house in a great location.
Beautiful well equipped quirky and surprising quite roomy cottage the photos do not do it justice with the added bonus of a parking space and a hot tub would love to see it in high summer. The location is wonderful you have the best of both worlds a cottage and the amenities of a town with excellent bus service if you want to leave the car behind. We loved the cottage but if you are not very mobile its probably not for you having said that our ages ranged from 19 to 74. Would recommend this little gem and would happily return.
Great property and facilities. Good location for Ambleside facilities. Only criticism High chair, cot, and stair gate were requested, however there was only a high chair available which made things a little difficult for us.
Andrew
The cottage was lovely,was equipped with everything we needed and in a great location, in the town centre so excellent for enjoying the bars restaurants , shops etc! However on our departure date I seem to have left a bag with some clothing in it and even after contacting the Sykes office 3 times , and getting told that they would look into it and get back to me I didnt get any answers from them!
Overall we very much enjoyed our week in this spacious and comfortable characterful cottage. Main reason for booking was the location and this proved very convenient with its own parking too. One negative related to this is the regular coming and going of cars parking outside particularly later at night plus Church Street is a well used road at all times. Hot tub was nice after long walks although as has already been highlighted shame it wasnt ready for our first night. The showers are both a little compromised with the one over the bath having limited head height and the walk in shower an odd set up not being enclosed so water routinely soaks the floor! The low doorways caught each of us out on numerous occasions but unavoidable in a 500 year old cottage! The inclusion of a parking disc would be helpful for families or couples to stay with more than one car. It was a surprise not to have a welcome basket on our arrival not even a pint of milk! None of these issues detract from the appeal of the cottage and location and would certainly recommend to others.
A beautiful, cosy home from home. Perfectly situated in the centre of Ambleside. The house had everything we could need and the hot tub was a real bonus at the end of a long day walking.
Booked the cottage for February. Cottage was in a perfect location for Ambleside and has been beautifully renovated by the owners to a very high standard..definitely recommended.
Really lovely well equipped cottage. Location was perfect and the cottage was comfortable and everything we needed it to be
This is a really charming cottage, lots of space and beautiful features. The location in the middle of Ambleside is central to all the lovely shops, pubs and restaurants. The hot tub and parking space are an additional bonus! Great stay, thank you.
Elizabeth
Lovely character cottage in an excellent location We enjoyed the hot tub after a day out walking
Lovely property in a great location. Perfect for 56 people with ample sittingdining space. Everything you need in the kitchen and good garden space. The hot tub is an added bonus although it hadn't been heated prior to us arriving so had to do without it on our first daynight. Other holiday rentals had visitors parking permits which would be a welcome addition to the property. We would definitely return in the future.
A beautiful conversion of two very old cottages to make a superbly laid out property. The living dining area in particular is ideal for a party of six. Equipped with everything you could want and extremely comfortable. We will be hopefully be back. One word of warning take note of the Mind Your Head signs!
Such a lovely homely cottage, styled beautifully, whilst celebrating its listed charm. We loved its closeness to local walks, shops, restaurants and pubs. We had a fantastic stay, thank you for having us. Would highly recommend.
Nathan
Really couldn't have asked for a better place to stay, excellent modernised cottage. Close to center of Ambleside. Our boys loved the hot tub. Thanks for a great stay. We all loved it, would highly recommend it to anyone looking to make a booking.
Darren
Wonderful weeks stay at 8 12 Church Street Ambleside. The cottage was amazing as was the location. Would highly recommend.
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