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Anniversary Cottage, Ambleside

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4.9
out of 5
Guest Rating
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4.9
out of 5
Cumbria » Ambleside
Sleeps up to 4
Bedrooms: 2

Anniversary Cottage is a Grade II listed mid-terrace cottage in the heart of Ambleside. Located at the northern tip of Lake Windermere in the central Lake District, this property sits just yards from Whiteplatts Park with its tennis courts and pitch and putt. The cottage dates back centuries and features original beams throughout.

Ambleside offers direct access to walks including routes to Loughrigg, Wansfell and the Fairfield Horseshoe. Stock Ghyll Force waterfall is a short woodland walk away. Waterhead lakeside parkland and beach are within easy reach. The town has shops, restaurants, pubs and a three-screen cinema.

The cottage sleeps four across two bedrooms. The double bedroom has a TV. A twin bedroom provides additional sleeping space.

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About Anniversary Cottage

Anniversary Cottage is a Grade II listed mid-terrace cottage in the heart of Ambleside. Located at the northern tip of Lake Windermere in the central Lake District, this property sits just yards from Whiteplatts Park with its tennis courts and pitch and putt. The cottage dates back centuries and features original beams throughout.

Ambleside offers direct access to walks including routes to Loughrigg, Wansfell and the Fairfield Horseshoe. Stock Ghyll Force waterfall is a short woodland walk away. Waterhead lakeside parkland and beach are within easy reach. The town has shops, restaurants, pubs and a three-screen cinema.

The cottage sleeps four across two bedrooms. The double bedroom has a TV. A twin bedroom provides additional sleeping space. A shower room with walk-in shower serves both bedrooms. The living-dining room has a gas fire, dining table and two TVs with Freeview plus DVD and Blu-ray player. The kitchen includes an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge-freezer and dishwasher.

Bridge House National Trust Information Centre (0.2 miles, 2 minutes). Waterhead lakeside (0.8 miles, 5 minutes). The Grasmere Gingerbread Shop in Grasmere (4.4 miles, 12 minutes). Wray Castle (5.2 miles, 15 minutes).

Anniversary Cottage suits walkers and families wanting a central base. Roadside parking with SLDC permit included. The enclosed rear garden has patio furniture and views over Ambleside to Loughrigg.

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Anniversary Cottage Attractions & Days Out

Explore the wonderful attractions and activities surrounding Anniversary 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
Waterhead Lakeside
Distance: 0.8 miles
LA22 0ER
Wray Castle
Distance: 5.2 miles
LA22 0JA
Stock Ghyll Force Waterfall
Distance: 0.3 miles
LA22 9BN
Loughrigg Fell
Distance: 1.2 miles
LA22 9NG
Wansfell Pike
Distance: 0.9 miles
LA23 1LF
Coop Ambleside
Distance: 0.1 miles
LA22 9BS
Tesco Express
Distance: 0.2 miles
LA22 9BT
Apple Pie Bakery
Distance: 0.1 miles
LA22 9BU
Ambleside Cinema
Distance: 0.2 miles
LA22 9DG
Whiteplatts Park
Distance: 0.1 miles
LA22 0BU
Angies Laundrette
Distance: 0.1 miles
LA22 9BU
Bridge House National Trust
Distance: 0.2 miles
LA22 9DT
Waterhead Lakeside
Distance: 0.8 miles
LA22 0ER
Wray Castle
Distance: 5.2 miles
LA22 0JA
Stock Ghyll Force Waterfall
Distance: 0.3 miles
LA22 9BN
Loughrigg Fell
Distance: 1.2 miles
LA22 9NG
Wansfell Pike
Distance: 0.9 miles
LA23 1LF
Coop Ambleside
Distance: 0.1 miles
LA22 9BS
Tesco Express
Distance: 0.2 miles
LA22 9BT
Apple Pie Bakery
Distance: 0.1 miles
LA22 9BU
Ambleside Cinema
Distance: 0.2 miles
LA22 9DG
Whiteplatts Park
Distance: 0.1 miles
LA22 0BU
Angies Laundrette
Distance: 0.1 miles
LA22 9BU

Is Anniversary Cottage Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families
Whiteplatts Park sits just yards from the cottage with tennis courts, pitch and putt, crazy golf and bowls. The three-screen cinema in Ambleside provides entertainment on rainy days. Stock Ghyll Force waterfall offers an easy woodland walk suitable for families. Waterhead has lakeside parkland and a small beach for paddling.
For Couples
The cottage offers a quiet retreat despite its central location. The enclosed rear garden provides private space with views to Loughrigg. The gas fire creates atmosphere in the living room. Ambleside has numerous restaurants within walking distance. Romantic walks to Stock Ghyll Force and around Loughrigg start from the doorstep.
Pet Friendly
Anniversary Cottage does not accept pets. The property operates a strict no-pets policy. This makes the cottage suitable for guests with pet allergies who want to enjoy a Lake District break without concerns. Nearby properties in the Lakelovers collection may offer pet-friendly alternatives for those travelling with dogs.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Anniversary Cottage

Priest's Hole

Located 0.2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA22 9BU

Apple Pie Bakery

Located 0.1 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA22 9BU

The Grasmere Gingerbread Shop

Located 4.4 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA22 9SW

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Anniversary Cottage

Does Anniversary Cottage have a hot tub?
No, this property does not have a hot tub. The cottage focuses on providing a well-equipped traditional Lake District base with original features and modern amenities instead.
Is Anniversary Cottage pet friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at Anniversary Cottage. The property operates a strict no-pets policy to maintain standards for guests with allergies.
How many people does Anniversary Cottage sleep?
The cottage sleeps four people across two bedrooms. The double bedroom has a TV and the second bedroom is configured as a twin.
What parking is available at Anniversary Cottage?
Roadside parking is available with one SLDC area-wide parking permit provided. Local car parks including Rydal Car Park are nearby when street parking is busy.
Is there a washing machine at Anniversary Cottage?
No, there is no washing machine as there is no space in the cottage. Angies laundrette is located around the corner for guest use during longer stays.
What cooking facilities are in the kitchen?
The kitchen has an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge-freezer and dishwasher. Guests consistently praise the kitchen as exceptionally well-stocked with equipment matching home standards.
How far is Anniversary Cottage from shops and restaurants?
Shops and pubs are 0.1 miles away, essentially on your doorstep. Coop and Tesco Express are minutes away on foot with numerous restaurants throughout Ambleside town centre.
What walks can you do from Anniversary Cottage?
Multiple walks start directly from Ambleside including routes to Loughrigg, Wansfell and the Fairfield Horseshoe. Stock Ghyll Force waterfall is accessible via a woodland walk from the town.

Anniversary Cottage Reviews

Lovely home, clearly wellloved by the owners who have thought of everything. The best compliment I can give is that the owners look after this home as I would if it were mine you genuinely feel you are a guest in a friend's home. The cottage is scrupulously clean, and the owners have gone to great lengths to make sure all the info you will need is to hand, from parking permits to restaurant recommendations and an impressively stocked kitchen. Location is terrific, right in Ambleside town centre and just mins walk from the bus stop for services to Bowness and Grasmere etc. Can't recommend highly enough.
Anniversary Cottage is very central and ideal for the bus station. It was very clean and had a well equipped kitchen . However my friend and I both fit but 75 and 86 respectively found the staircase very daunting. The idea of a free parking permit for the road at the back was an illusion unfortunately and there was never a free space all week so we had to park in the car park for 46.
I've stayed in a lot of holiday cottages and this was amongst the best. Its location is perfect in the heart of Ambleside, on a fairly quiet side street just a couple of minutes walk to shops and pubs. For foodies there's even a Michelin Star restaurant on the corner of the road! The cottage is very well presented, with comfortable furnishings in keeping with the location. What was very impressive was the level of detail in all the equipment provided, with an extremely well equipped kitchen, rainy weather activities and even a parking permit for car parks throughout Cumbria in addition to the one for the road behind the cottage. The owners provided clear and detailed information regarding arrival, parking and other useful information. I would definitely like to return!
A delightful cottage in a perfect location! We thoroughly enjoyed our time at Anniversary Cottage. The cottage was well resourced, comfortable and cosy in the winter. It was ideal as a base for local walks and local eateries. The hosts provided us with excellent information regarding the property and recommendations for places to eat in Ambleside. We hope to return soon!
Philip
Our first time at Anniversary Cottage what a lovely place! It is extremely well equipped, comfortable and cosy. Set in the middle of Ambleside, the cottage is an ideal base for walks in the area and an easy drive to Coniston and the Langdales. There are plenty of great cycling routes too and if the weather's not good this year ... rain, hail, strong winds!! there are several places to visit Armitt Museum, Townend, Wray Castle. We would recommend the Priest's Hole pub for excellent food and service. Hope to be rebooking Anniversary Cottage again very soon.
The property was as advertised and in an ideal location for exploring the Lake District. It had everything we needed, was well furnished with uptodatesmart features. There was sufficient space for storing clothes and the beds and sofas were very comfortable, though sitting around the dining table was a little tight. We would book the accommodation again if we were to return to the Lake District.
Dominique
Sadly I was struck by a bad migraine for half of my stay. However, this was made easier due to the bed being one of the most comfortable Ive slept in, and while very central the cottage is still quiet. The kitchen is probably the most well stocked of anywhere Ive stayed. The cottage was super clean, and the garden compact but very pretty, with birds visiting the feeders. It was a great central location, and my friend made use of the many walks straight out of Ambleside. There is a great chemist 2 mins walk away and lots of shops and restaurants. We travelled by train and the bus stop tofrom Windermere is 23 mins walk from the cottage. We have already discussed going back next year so I can go on the walks I missed out on!
Had a good time at anniversary cottage its a lovely cosy cottage and everything in walking distance
THIS IS A BEAUTIFUL COTTAGE. The information provided by the owners was everything you needed backed up by photographs of the area. The facilities provided were excellent. maybe a bath mat in the shower. But if that is our only criticism there's nothing much wrong. Thank you John & Lindsay
Parking can be tricky. Parking details provided in advance differ with those in the cottage. A sketch showing location of the car parks should be provided in advance as confusing for visitors. Also cottage check in time shows 4 pm and 5 pm
Geraldine
Excellent cottage, close to bus stop and convenient for local walks. Only a short walk to the ferry too via the road and river path. Didn't use the oven etc ate out most days or had salads. Plenty of local pubs serving food, and the coop and Tesco express only minutes away. Didn't use the Alexa but used the dvd. Lovely patio area for sitting on returning to the cottage.
Nicola
Beautiful cottage. Very well equipped. Fantastic location.
Elaine
A lovely cosy cottage, with facilities close by. Being fairly central to the Lake District, it was handy for visiting a lot of places. We sometimes had to use the Rydal Car Park when local streets were very busy.
This is the second time we have stayed in this lovely little cottage. I would highly recommend this cottage. It feels like home from home. Its in a great location in Ambleside with plenty of shops and restaurants to meet everyones needs. The buses are great and there are plenty of walks nearby.
Alison
Our second stay in this lovely cottage. In a great location. A home from home. The hosts are very accommodating. Thank you!
Great location in Ambleside and easy to get to all shops. The house is cozy and love the pictures on the wall. Parking is made easy with the permits provided once we learned were the car parks were. Everything we needed was in the kitchen. We enjoyed our stay and would definitely recommend it.
Tracey
A fantastic property in a great location in the heart of Ambleside. High spec throughout. Good helpful information provided by yhe owners
We had a lovely stay at Anniversary Cottage. It was incredibly comfortable and a real home from home. The location was fantastic and remarkably quiet considering how close to the town we were. There were multiple walks right from the doorstep, it was perfect in every way! I would definitely recommend this cottage.
Very well presented and located near to the town centre and grocery shops. Managed to park close to the property using the supplied parking passes. The cottage is extremely well equipped.
We thoroughly enjoyed our week in Anniversary Cottage. Upon arrival we found everything to be clean & tidy & the overall space was really good for a two bedroom cottage. We were very comfortable there and could easily have stayed for longer. The location is ideal as well with all the local services etc being very close by and the parking permits were very helpful too. A couple of days before our stay I received a detailed communication from the owners which was very helpful and they were also quick to respond to a couple of questions I had. Overall, we wouldn't hesitate to recommend Anniversary Cottage for a break. When we venture back to the Lakes then this is going to be our first choice.
Kathryn
We loved our stay at Anniversary Cottage. It was particularly well equipped for self catering which was very helpful, given we travelled up by train and bus and were limited by what we could carry. That said, the Ambleside restaurants are so amazing we only stayed in for 3 evenings and we bought our lunches every day in the Apple Pie bakery or Rattle Ghyll deli. The location was perfect, very central yet we were not disturbed by road or other noise. The little patio area looked a great spot to sit outside, but we were out all day walking and the weather for the week didn't allow by the time we got back. We appreciated the owner getting in touch to welcome us and leaving contact details for if needed. We also appreciated the various books and there was a selection of DVDs and games. For a central cottage, it would be difficult to improve on!
Beautiful homely cottage. Very clean and comfortable, very well equipped with everything you need for a wonderful holiday in the Lakes. This was a perfect little cottage we would definitely recommend it and we will hopefully return to again in the future.
A fabulous property, well maintained, in a great location, and well equipped too. We felt it was furnished and equipped to a high standard. We were three adults and had plenty of space, but the second bedroom is small, and there is no space for a washing machine. If you know in advance, its fine, but doesnt suit everyone. In good weather the terrace is amazing too, with handy garden furniture. There is some noise from people on the street outside at the front into the night now and then. The back small bedroom is quiet. No surprise when in the very centre of the town, which is otherwise a fantastic spot.
A lovely cottage, conveniently located.
The cottage had absolutely everything you would require for a self catering holiday, most of which was brand new and of good quality.
Stephen
Perfectly presented, perfect location, everything you could possibly need to move in.
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