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Acorn Cottage, Ambleside

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Cumbria » Ambleside
Sleeps up to 5
Pets 1
Bedrooms: 3

Acorn Cottage is a stylish holiday home in Ambleside, right in the heart of the Lake District National Park. This property sleeps up to 8 guests and offers coordinated soft furnishings throughout for a welcoming atmosphere all year round. The location puts you within walking distance of the town centre.

Ambleside sits between mountains and lakes. Rothay Park is nearby. Stock Ghyll Force waterfall is a short walk away. You can reach Lake Windermere in minutes for cruises and watersports.

The cottage spans three floors with sloping ceilings on the second floor. A basement flat is occupied residentially. The property includes a small patio area and parking space.

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About Acorn Cottage

Acorn Cottage is a stylish holiday home in Ambleside, right in the heart of the Lake District National Park. This property sleeps up to 8 guests and offers coordinated soft furnishings throughout for a welcoming atmosphere all year round. The location puts you within walking distance of the town centre.

Ambleside sits between mountains and lakes. Rothay Park is nearby. Stock Ghyll Force waterfall is a short walk away. You can reach Lake Windermere in minutes for cruises and watersports.

The cottage spans three floors with sloping ceilings on the second floor. A basement flat is occupied residentially. The property includes a small patio area and parking space. Note that children under five years are not permitted.

Brockhole Visitor Centre (3 miles, 8 minutes) offers treetop walks, zip wire, minigolf, archery and kayaking. Bridge House National Trust Information Centre (0.2 miles, 2 minutes) sits in the town. Windermere lake (1.5 miles, 6 minutes) provides water activities. Rydal Water (2 miles, 7 minutes) offers peaceful walking routes.

Acorn Cottage works perfectly for groups of friends or families wanting to explore the Lakes. Book now for mountain access and lake activities on your doorstep.

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Acorn Cottage Attractions & Days Out

Explore the wonderful attractions and activities surrounding Acorn Cottage 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 National Trust
Distance: 0.2 miles
LA22 9DT
Stock Ghyll Force Waterfall
Distance: 0.5 miles
LA22 9LJ
Brockhole Visitor Centre
Distance: 3 miles
LA23 1LJ
Rothay Park
Distance: 0.3 miles
LA22 0EH
Rydal Water
Distance: 2 miles
LA22 9LX
3-Bedroom Cottage Sleeping 5 with Log Burner in Ambleside Fell
Distance: 2.5 miles
LA22 9NG
Ambleside Co-op
Distance: 0.2 miles
LA22 9BS
Booths Supermarket Windermere
Distance: 4.5 miles
LA23 1BQ
Ambleside Outdoor Shops
Distance: 0.3 miles
LA22 9BT
Windermere Lake Cruises
Distance: 1.5 miles
LA23 1LB
Ambleside Bus Station
Distance: 0.3 miles
LA22 9BS
Waterhead Pier
Distance: 1.2 miles
LA22 0ER
Bridge House National Trust
Distance: 0.2 miles
LA22 9DT
Stock Ghyll Force Waterfall
Distance: 0.5 miles
LA22 9LJ
Brockhole Visitor Centre
Distance: 3 miles
LA23 1LJ
Rothay Park
Distance: 0.3 miles
LA22 0EH
Rydal Water
Distance: 2 miles
LA22 9LX
3-Bedroom Cottage Sleeping 5 with Log Burner in Ambleside Fell
Distance: 2.5 miles
LA22 9NG
Ambleside Co-op
Distance: 0.2 miles
LA22 9BS
Booths Supermarket Windermere
Distance: 4.5 miles
LA23 1BQ
Ambleside Outdoor Shops
Distance: 0.3 miles
LA22 9BT
Windermere Lake Cruises
Distance: 1.5 miles
LA23 1LB
Ambleside Bus Station
Distance: 0.3 miles
LA22 9BS
Waterhead Pier
Distance: 1.2 miles
LA22 0ER

Is Acorn Cottage Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families
Children aged five and over can enjoy Brockhole Visitor Centre with its treetop walk, zip wire, minigolf and archery activities. Lake Windermere offers boat trips and gentle lakeside walks. Stock Ghyll Force waterfall provides an exciting short hike. Rothay Park has play areas. Note that children under five years are not permitted at this property due to safety considerations.
For Couples
Couples can walk to Stock Ghyll Force waterfall for romantic views. Lake Windermere sits 1.5 miles away for peaceful boat cruises. Ambleside town centre offers independent restaurants and traditional pubs within walking distance. Rydal Water provides quiet lakeside strolls. The stylish interior with coordinated furnishings creates a comfortable retreat after exploring the fells together.
Pet Friendly
The property listing does not specify whether pets are permitted at Acorn Cottage. You should contact the property owner or booking agent directly to confirm the pet policy before making a reservation. Some Lake District properties welcome dogs given the excellent walking routes available, but this needs verification for this specific cottage.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Acorn Cottage

The Giggling Goose

Located 0.2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA22 9BT

Zeffirellis Restaurant

Located 0.3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA22 9BZ

Lucy's on a Plate

Located 0.2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA22 9BS

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Acorn Cottage

Does this cottage have a hot tub?
No, Acorn Cottage does not have a hot tub. The property focuses on providing comfortable indoor accommodation and easy access to Lake District attractions.
Is it pet friendly?
The property details do not specify pet policies. Contact the property owner directly to confirm whether dogs or other pets are permitted during your stay.
How many guests does Acorn Cottage sleep?
Acorn Cottage accommodates up to 8 guests across multiple floors. The second floor has sloping ceilings, so taller guests should take care when moving around upstairs.
Is there parking available?
Yes, parking is provided at the property. The cottage offers convenient off-road parking, making it easy to explore the Lake District by car during your stay.
Are young children allowed?
No children under five years old are permitted at Acorn Cottage. This policy is in place due to the property layout and safety considerations.
What is nearby for outdoor activities?
Stock Ghyll Force waterfall is within walking distance and Lake Windermere is 1.5 miles away. Brockhole Visitor Centre offers zip wire, treetop walks, archery and kayaking just 3 miles from the cottage.
Is the property suitable for groups?
Yes, the cottage is ideal for groups of friends or families exploring the Lake District. The spacious layout across three floors provides comfortable shared living spaces and separate sleeping areas.
What shops and restaurants are in Ambleside?
Ambleside town centre is within walking distance and offers supermarkets, outdoor gear shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants. Bridge House National Trust Information Centre provides local information and sits just 0.2 miles away.

Acorn Cottage Reviews

Fantastic location, close to shops, pubs, restaurants and walks. The cottage is very cosy and clean. It had everything we needed for a week away. Parking permit for the council carpark was also very handy. We loved Acorn Cottage so much we are planning to book again next year!
Great location right in the centre of Ambleside. Parking permit for the long stay car park was a great bonus but often found the car park to be full during the day. Parking outside is only for one hour. The cottage is comfortable and cost and the kitchen is well equipped. Felt the decor could do with a refresh. Weve loved staying here over several years.
Acorn cottage is in a great location if you want easy access to shops, pubs and restaurants. The beds were very comfortable and the cottage is well equipped and feels homely and cosy. If you need absolute peace and quiet I wouldnt book it as there is a nursery school opposite and the road gets very busy with walkers. If you want to be right in the middle of the Lakes and have easy access to walks from your doorstep, as we did, then its perfect.
Christopher
Our second stay at Acorn Cottage. Great location in the heart of Ambleside. Well appointed cottage with everything you need for a week. We loved staying there, and will recommend to friends!!
Lovely cottage in a beautiful location, close to all amenities.
Suzanne
Just back from a fabulous week in Ambleside with sunshine from dawn to dusk . The house reviews are mixed but honest Acorn Cottage is ideally situated for access straight into town , ideal for the park & fells Parking permit was superb , as were the kitchen appliances and top floor bathroom . Beds were comfy , and sofas seemed quite new . Fluffy towels and plenty hot water , The negatives are mostly around cleanliness , the lounge carpet is dirty and has a smell . The fridge hadnt been cleaned , nor the kitchen floor . The gas fire in the lounge doesnt work . Huge dirty cobwebs Hanging from ceilings . Seating in the lounge us for 4 and its cramped we only had 3 of us so that wasnt an issue to us There is no folder with any instructions for heating , boiler, or kitchen appliances or recycling. The back door area does have 4 stacking chairs , but even although we had gorgeous weather wouldnt have sat with the bins , old dumped floor mops and disused plant pots . Just needs some tlc , thorough cleaning in and out . If we saw this house had replaced the flooring and sorted the decor downstairs would definitely stay again for the location .
Raghini
Very nice location and comfortable property for a small family.
Well equipped kitchen, although the fridge door needs adjusting as it was difficult to close. The kitchen was spacious and well set out. Lounge was perfect for three of us in the evening. All the bedrooms were comfy and welcoming. Great bathrooms. The cottage is in a perfect location for Ambleside and only a short flat walk to Waterhead giving you access by boat or bus to the full length and more of the lake, there's plenty of options to cook at the cottage or eat out and everyone is very welcoming. We loved our time here and would return, and book Acorn Cottage again.
Only issue we could find with the property was the lack of parking but again this is down to the local council and there silly rules regarding 1Hr parking.
Enjoyable holiday despite weather. The house is in a perfect location to walk into town.The lounge is rather small especially as the house sleeps five .Great kitchen,very well equipped.Beds comfortable but lumpy pillows. Superb shower room on second floor.There were a couple of maintenance issues which I reported to the agency in Ambleside when handing in keys.No information provided in house.
Bonny well appointed cottage which we really enjoyed staying at . Location just great but a few things that the owners should address ... Parking should be better explained ,use the permit for nearby car iark not outside, need a welcome pack Property was in need of a deep clean dusty with cobwebs ,floor in bathroom needed attention and lick of paint ,didn't stop us enjoying the facilities Well equipped kitchen, No working fire but warned priorr to visit Comfy bed lots of towels liked the night lights
Jennie
We stayed here in August 2023. A family of 5 adults, we found the cottage to be comfortable albeit the living room a little snug for all of us to be in there together. Beds were really comfortable which was appreciated after lots of long walks and the bathroom facilities good too. The kitchen was very well equipped for us to cook together most evenings and a good size for us to socialise around the dinner table. The location served us very well, being close to all that Ambleside has to offer yet up a road quiet enough to feel peaceful and away from the bustle. We parked on the main carpark most nights which was not really very far to stroll tofrom either. Would definitely look at booking again if holidaying in the area.
We had a lovely stay at Acorn Cottage. It was centrally located in Ambleside, clean with comfortable beds and sofas and a very well equipped kitchen. The cottage would benefit from a welcome pack to orientate guests to where things are this would have avoided us having to contact the office but they were very helpful.
Amanda
A great location. Our only complaint would be the pillows!! Everything else was fine. Will be back as we love Ambleside and met loads of very friendly local people and returned to many local haunts namely The Golden Rule, Lucys on Plate and Sheilas.
Pauline
Perfectly lovely cottage, ideally placed. No complaints about our stay.
Geraldine
Location excellent Cottage beautiful Only bad points not enough toilet paper for 5 adults & absolutely no hand sanitizer or hand wash was provided only small things but it's the very least you would expect. ...but we would still book this cottage again!!
I think this is one of the best cottages we've stayed in. It was very well situated for all the local amenities and was so cosy and comfortable. The cottage is nicely decorated throughout and the walk in shower was fabulous after a long day hiking. The beds were lovely and comfortable so we slept well and we both thoroughly enjoyed our weeks stay in Acorn Cottage.
Heather
I think a note telling where the gas tap is for the fire would have been very helpful. Other than that it was a lovely, comfy and perfectly placed property.
Darrell
Lovely warm and clean property. Close to the park to take the dog. Close to the shops and restaurants and cinema. No problem with the parking.
Robert
Details of cottage changed post booking and not allowed to cancel which made ... Details of cottage changed post booking and not allowed to cancel which made life very awkward and not what we would have booked if we had known
The property didn't deliver what was sold when I paid for the property, I. E. a second car pass. I tried to contact the owner 4 times before the holiday to receive no answer to a solution I proposed. SYKES did promise every time to ring back, they never did. On our second last day we rang them and they SYKES gave a good will gesture of 36 covering extra parking costs incurred. As far as I know the owner never responded. The property lacked instructions and the bin instructions were incorrect, leading to an upset neighbour.
Another lovely week for us in Acorn Cottage. Everything was spotlessly clean, and it's so cosy. The beds are all so comfortable too. It's perfectly placed for the shops and the park, and yet away from traffic noise. Parking availability has changed since we were last there, but this was notified to us in advance of our arrival and it was no bother. We love the new sofas. As a suggestion, it would be great to have a few more mugs, and also a large rectangular baking dish, but that's pretty incidental really. Can't wait to come back next year!
Stephen
Parking is a problem at this property! ! The website states that there is off road parking this is just not the case and is very misleading! There are parking restrictions in the street where the property is located and there are just ten on the road. parking spaces for the whole street. We had problems parking our car near the property throughout the week we stayed there. Wouldn't recommend this property if you are travelling by car. We also had problems with the heating in the property that took four days to resolve. Beds were comfortable and easy access to town.
The cottage was lovely & clean & vey well equipped in the kitchen. My only problem was that we all only had one pillow each. It would have been nice to have some spares. Having the 2 parking permits was a great bonus.
We had an amazing stay in Acorn Cottage, house was in an excellent location, a short walk to park and the shops. The house was very comfortable for 5 adults, clean and well equipped. Lots to see and do in the area. Would have no hesitation in recommending or returning to Acorn Cottage.
We had a lovely stay at Acorn Cottage in July. We couldnt fault the place. Beds were super comfy as were the couches. We didnt eat in much as there is such a wide variety or restaurants but the kitchen was well equipped. As others have said before, its a pity the outside space isnt a bit more inviting but with the park around the corner it didnt bother us that much. Thank you for an enjoyable mini break!
Great location, lovely cottage, really very well equipped. Loved it. Our third stay here!
Absolutely perfect holiday for us and our dog. The proximity of the park was great and our dog soon was charging towards it on every possible occasion. Like others said the back is not fenced so dogs will have to be on lead outside. Despite being next to the school we really didn't hear much from the kids. The local chippy was dangerously close though... House was lovely and cosy room enough for the 3 adults in our group despite the snow. We didn't do much cooking but the kitchen was very well stocked, and the dishwasher a welcome bonus. Heart of the lakes had our parking permit ready and waiting and we never struggled for a space, although it wasn't school holidays. Would definitely stay again! Thank you guys.
Really enjoyed our stay. Right in the middle of Ambleside with restaurants and walks right outside the front door. Rooms are decent size. Beds were comfortable. Cottage was clean throughout. Perfect for our family of four. Dog enjoyed it as well. Maybe could do with more TV channels.. perhaps a sky connection would have helped for us. But overall we were all pleased with the property.
Robert
This is a lovely terraced cottage in the heart of Ambleside with easy access to shops and restaurants. Clean and modern inside, fully fitted kitchendiner and I especially liked the second floor shower room. A very nice space. A parking permit is included in the rental and parking directly outside the front door is possible, though a little patience is required sometimes as these spots are popular with the school opposite. However there are plenty of parking spaces nearby. There is no garden or outside space the table and four chairs by the communal bins didnt work for me! but I didnt find it a problem. There is a large child friendly park two minutes from the front door and easy walking directly onto 3-Bedroom Cottage Sleeping 5 with Log Burner in Ambleside Fells and beyond directly from the house. Overall I happily rent this house again.
The cottage is in a great location the town centre is on the doorstep, a great park is 1 minute away and it is on a walking route into the hills. The cottage was clean when we arrived and there were no issues with parking, the disc was really useful. We have similar views to other reviewers the gardenpatio is a table and chairs in a tiny yard next to bins gardenpatio feels like an exaggeration. The lounge was fine space wise for 4 2 adults and 2 children although the sofas are not especially comfortable. Agree that some rooms would benefit from repainting e.g. kitchen wall under window is rather shabby. Overall it was fine but wouldn't rebook this particular property.
Isabella
Great location, literally a stones throw from the restaurants,cafes and shops. Comfortable accodation. Nice bedrooms and top floor bathroom had a great shower and was bright and airy. The kitchen had what you needed and a good sized solid table. The lounge was 'snug', 4 adults on the sofas and a chair from the kitchen for the fifth. Thankfully just the two of us after the first 3 days. What I would say is that we had a great time but I have stayed in accomodation this year at a similar price which was in better overall condition. It needs a face lift particularly downstairs. Also some welcome items would have been appreciated, other places have managed this also, the lack of leaflet or booklet, information, we felt was a little lazy and not due to Covid as other places still have these including when out and about not to provide. I think it was the lack of thought which was disappointing and which would sway me to try somewhere else next time. Oh and dont expect a layin, the nursery opposite starts at 7 am. Parking was easy to find. Great if you only want straight forward basic accomodation.
1 Dishwasher was almost impossible to use. No instructions and previous occupants had same difficulty and reported it. 2 Rear patio does not exist just a rather unpleasant bin yard 3 the street parking voucher was withdrawn But reinstated when I complained. A young man from customer services Thomas was patient and helpful and arranged to reinstate the permit. PS we came home early on the Wednesday.
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