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Blue Hill House, Ambleside

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4.0
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Guest Rating
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4.0
out of 5
Sleeps up to 8
Pets 1
Hot Tub
Bedrooms: 4

Blue Hill House is a spacious holiday home located in the Lake District National Park near Windermere in Cumbria. This property offers a perfect base for exploring one of England's most visited national parks.

The area provides direct access to stunning fell walks and lake activities. You can hike the surrounding peaks or enjoy water sports on Lake Windermere. The market town of Ambleside sits just minutes away with independent shops and traditional pubs.

The accommodation sleeps up to eight guests across four bedrooms. Each room is well-appointed with comfortable furnishings.

 

About Blue Hill House

Blue Hill House is a spacious holiday home located in the Lake District National Park near Windermere in Cumbria. This property offers a perfect base for exploring one of England's most visited national parks.

The area provides direct access to stunning fell walks and lake activities. You can hike the surrounding peaks or enjoy water sports on Lake Windermere. The market town of Ambleside sits just minutes away with independent shops and traditional pubs.

The accommodation sleeps up to eight guests across four bedrooms. Each room is well-appointed with comfortable furnishings. The property features a modern kitchen and a spacious living area perfect for family gatherings.

Windermere Lake Cruises operates from Waterhead Pier (2 miles, 8 minutes). Wray Castle stands 3 miles away (12 minutes). The Beatrix Potter Gallery in Hawkshead is 6 miles distant (18 minutes). Grizedale Forest offers mountain biking trails 8 miles away (22 minutes).

Blue Hill House suits families and groups wanting genuine Lake District access. Book here for authentic fell walking and lake experiences right from your doorstep.

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Blue Hill House Attractions & Days Out

Explore the wonderful attractions and activities surrounding Blue Hill House 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.

Windermere Lake Cruises
Distance: 2 miles
LA22 0EP
Wray Castle
Distance: 3 miles
LA22 0JA
Beatrix Potter Gallery
Distance: 6 miles
LA22 0NS
Loughrigg Fell
Distance: 3 miles
LA22 9NN
Stockghyll Force Waterfall
Distance: 2 miles
LA22 0LP
Orrest Head Viewpoint
Distance: 2.5 miles
LA23 1LA
Ambleside Town Centre
Distance: 2 miles
LA22 9BT
Booths Supermarket Windermere
Distance: 3 miles
LA23 1BA
Hawkshead Village Shops
Distance: 6 miles
LA22 0NT
Windermere Railway Station
Distance: 3 miles
LA23 1AF
Waterhead Pier
Distance: 2 miles
LA22 0EP
Ambleside Bus Station
Distance: 2 miles
LA22 9BS
Windermere Lake Cruises
Distance: 2 miles
LA22 0EP
Wray Castle
Distance: 3 miles
LA22 0JA
Beatrix Potter Gallery
Distance: 6 miles
LA22 0NS
Loughrigg Fell
Distance: 3 miles
LA22 9NN
Stockghyll Force Waterfall
Distance: 2 miles
LA22 0LP
Orrest Head Viewpoint
Distance: 2.5 miles
LA23 1LA
Ambleside Town Centre
Distance: 2 miles
LA22 9BT
Booths Supermarket Windermere
Distance: 3 miles
LA23 1BA
Hawkshead Village Shops
Distance: 6 miles
LA22 0NT
Windermere Railway Station
Distance: 3 miles
LA23 1AF
Waterhead Pier
Distance: 2 miles
LA22 0EP
Ambleside Bus Station
Distance: 2 miles
LA22 9BS

Is Blue Hill House Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families
Children will love the outdoor adventures available from Blue Hill House. Windermere Lake Cruises offers exciting boat trips while Grizedale Forest provides adventure playgrounds and Go Ape treetop activities. The property's four bedrooms give kids their own space. Nearby Wray Castle has interactive exhibits and grounds to explore. Fell walks suitable for families start right from the doorstep with gentle routes around the lakes.
For Couples
Couples will appreciate the peaceful Lake District setting with romantic fell walks starting from the door. Lake Windermere sits just 2 miles away for sunset boat trips. Ambleside offers cosy pubs and independent restaurants for evening meals. The spacious accommodation provides privacy and comfort after days exploring. Four bedrooms mean couples traveling together can each have their own space while sharing the experience of England's most beautiful national park.
Pet Friendly
Pet policy details are not confirmed for Blue Hill House. Contact the property manager directly to discuss whether your dog can accompany you. The Lake District offers excellent dog walking with many trails and lakeside paths. If pets are permitted, the surrounding fells and forests provide endless exploration opportunities. Many local pubs welcome dogs and Windermere has several dog-friendly cafes and outdoor spaces perfect for four-legged companions.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Blue Hill House

The Drunken Duck Inn

Located 4 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA22 0NG

Zeffirellis Ambleside

Located 2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA22 9BU

The Wateredge Inn

Located 2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA22 0EP

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Blue Hill House

Does this cottage have a hot tub?
No, Blue Hill House does not have a hot tub. The property focuses on providing spacious indoor accommodation and easy access to outdoor Lake District activities.
Is it pet friendly?
Pet policy information is not specified for this property. Contact the property manager directly to confirm whether dogs or other pets can be accommodated during your stay.
How many guests does Blue Hill House sleep?
The property sleeps up to eight guests across four bedrooms. This makes it perfect for families or groups wanting to explore the Lake District together.
What parking is available?
Off-road parking is provided at the property. This gives you secure space for your vehicle while you explore the surrounding area on foot or by boat.
How far is it from Lake Windermere?
Lake Windermere is approximately 2 miles away with an 8-minute drive. Waterhead Pier offers lake cruises and is the closest access point for water activities.
What walking routes are nearby?
The property sits within the Lake District National Park with fell walks starting from the doorstep. Routes range from gentle lakeside strolls to challenging mountain hikes.
Is Ambleside town close by?
Ambleside is just minutes away by car offering shops and restaurants. The town provides everything you need including outdoor equipment stores and local food suppliers.
What attractions are suitable for children?
Windermere Lake Cruises offers family boat trips while Wray Castle provides interactive exhibits. Grizedale Forest has adventure playgrounds and family cycling trails through the woodland.

Blue Hill House Reviews

Steven
We loved the location of Blue Hill House, which was only a 5 to10 minute walk into Ambleside, although it was slightly longer on the walk back as the hill is quite steep, which was not a problem for us but may be if you have mobility issues. We loved everything about the house as it is spacious, well decorated and furnished to a high standard. It is also warm and cosy and provides a lovely peaceful retreat after a day of walking the fells or visiting the many Lakeland towns and villages. There is every home comfort needed for a self catering holiday stay, although there are also plenty of pubs, cafes and restaurants nearby if youd prefer to eat out. As we visited in February when the trees were bare, we had uninterrupted views of Loughrigg fell from the conservatory. This is where we spent most of our time whilst in the house, relaxing and enjoying the views. It is a great place to base yourself if visiting the Lake District and we would thoroughly recommend.
This is the 3rd year weve stayed here and the 1st time weve been a little disappointed. The heating didnt seem to kick in, even though wed turned the thermostats up. The only room that felt warm was the lounge if we had the fire on full. The shower in one of the downstairs bedrooms was faulty the shower head didnt work properly. There was only 1 teaspoon in the cutlery drawer. The WiFi is terrible even the BT box for the tv wouldnt work just kept saying weak signal. The house is in a perfect location but needs a little tlc , updating and maintenance. We also did think a Christmas tree would have put a nice touch as we were staying in December.
Excellent location for Ambleside and the surrounding areas, the accommodation has everything you need and is lovely. We all had enjoyed our stay
Great house, great location, the house is equipped very well, great walks straight from the front door. All you could want from a rental
The house was really well presented with those little touches that make a difference like thick fluffy towels, wine and biscuits on arrival and a helpful folder about the property and local area. The hill up to the house was steeper than expected and restricted my elderly mother to be able to walk locally. However a beautiful location, we made full use of the garden and conservatory on the gorgeous weather we were lucky to have. Close by to get to lots of places and already recommended to friends for a return visit.
The fridge had residual food and had not been cleaned, there was a dirty oven tray in the oven and several pieces of crockery needed cleaning before use which is all unusual as regular cottage users. We also had no heating for a couple of days which was sorted the day after we reported it. I do feel several windows need attention in the property. Other than that we had a nice stay lovely conservatory to sit in and very comfortable rooms.
Blue Hill house was a great 3 storey property perfect for a 3 generation holiday. The house was warm, clean & had a good well equipped kitchen. We received a welcoming bottle of wine & biscuits which were appreciated. Great holiday
Sykes Cottages have been absolutely abysmal as a company. It's now been 3 weeks that I've been awaiting a phone call to sort out the issue. We never went on this break, and have tried numerous times to talk to somebody about cancelling it, but the customer service has just been appalling. Still waiting to hear back from them!
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