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Byways, Ambleside

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

Byways is a traditional Lakeland cottage with original wooden beams located in Ambleside, Cumbria. Just minutes from the village centre, this property offers spectacular fell views and a peaceful setting. The cottage features a bright sitting room with a cosy log burning stove and a well-equipped kitchen with Nespresso Vertuo machine.

Ambleside sits in the heart of the Lake District National Park. You can walk to Lake Windermere's northern shore or climb Loughrigg for panoramic views. The village has independent cinemas, shops and restaurants within easy reach.

The cottage sleeps four across two bedrooms. Upstairs you'll find a spacious king-size room with window seat, Freeview TV and Wansfell views, plus a twin room overlooking the Fairfield Horseshoe.

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About Byways

Byways is a traditional Lakeland cottage with original wooden beams located in Ambleside, Cumbria. Just minutes from the village centre, this property offers spectacular fell views and a peaceful setting. The cottage features a bright sitting room with a cosy log burning stove and a well-equipped kitchen with Nespresso Vertuo machine.

Ambleside sits in the heart of the Lake District National Park. You can walk to Lake Windermere's northern shore or climb Loughrigg for panoramic views. The village has independent cinemas, shops and restaurants within easy reach.

The cottage sleeps four across two bedrooms. Upstairs you'll find a spacious king-size room with window seat, Freeview TV and Wansfell views, plus a twin room overlooking the Fairfield Horseshoe. The ground floor has a modern family bathroom and utility room. Private off-road parking for two cars is included.

Grasmere (4 miles, 10 minutes), Coniston (11 miles, 25 minutes), Elterwater (4 miles, 12 minutes) and Hawkshead (8 miles, 20 minutes) are all within easy driving distance.

Perfect for walkers and couples wanting a well-equipped base. The summer house and garden provide outdoor space. Byways combines period features with contemporary comfort.

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Byways Attractions & Days Out

Explore the wonderful attractions and activities surrounding Byways 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.

Stock Ghyll Force Waterfall
Distance: 0.5 miles
LA22 9LR
Lake Windermere
Distance: 1.2 miles
LA23 1LF
Rydal Mount & Gardens
Distance: 1.5 miles
LA22 9LU
Loughrigg Fell
Distance: 2 miles
LA22 9NN
Fairfield Horseshoe
Distance: 0.8 miles
LA22 9EN
Wansfell Pike
Distance: 0.6 miles
LA22 0EE
Ambleside Village Centre
Distance: 0.3 miles
LA22 9BS
Booths Supermarket
Distance: 0.4 miles
LA22 9DB
Climbers Shop
Distance: 0.3 miles
LA22 9DT
Ambleside Bus Station
Distance: 0.4 miles
LA22 9BS
Zeffirellis Cinema
Distance: 0.3 miles
LA22 9AD
Ambleside Medical Practice
Distance: 0.5 miles
LA22 9BP
Stock Ghyll Force Waterfall
Distance: 0.5 miles
LA22 9LR
Lake Windermere
Distance: 1.2 miles
LA23 1LF
Rydal Mount & Gardens
Distance: 1.5 miles
LA22 9LU
Loughrigg Fell
Distance: 2 miles
LA22 9NN
Fairfield Horseshoe
Distance: 0.8 miles
LA22 9EN
Wansfell Pike
Distance: 0.6 miles
LA22 0EE
Ambleside Village Centre
Distance: 0.3 miles
LA22 9BS
Booths Supermarket
Distance: 0.4 miles
LA22 9DB
Climbers Shop
Distance: 0.3 miles
LA22 9DT
Ambleside Bus Station
Distance: 0.4 miles
LA22 9BS
Zeffirellis Cinema
Distance: 0.3 miles
LA22 9AD
Ambleside Medical Practice
Distance: 0.5 miles
LA22 9BP

Is Byways Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families
Byways works well for families with older children who enjoy walking. The twin bedroom and king-size room provide comfortable sleeping arrangements. Stock Ghyll Force waterfall is a short walk away and Lake Windermere offers boat trips and watersports. The summer house provides outdoor play space and bikes can be stored there. Ambleside has two independent cinemas and shops to explore. The cottage has steep stairs which may not suit very young children.
For Couples
Byways is perfect for two couples sharing. The spacious king-size bedroom has a window seat and Freeview TV while the twin room offers flexibility. The log burner creates a cosy atmosphere for evenings in. Walk to Ambleside's restaurants and independent cinemas for date nights. Lake Windermere is nearby for romantic lakeside strolls. The summer house and garden provide private outdoor space. Fell walks start from the doorstep for active couples.
Pet Friendly
Byways does not accept pets. The property is maintained as a pet-free environment for guests who prefer accommodation without animals or have allergies. This policy helps keep the cottage in excellent condition with high cleanliness standards. If you need pet-friendly accommodation in Ambleside, alternative properties in the area do welcome dogs and cats.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Byways

The Giggling Goose

Located 0.3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA22 9BT

Zeffirellis Restaurant

Located 0.3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA22 9AD

The Apple Pie Cafe

Located 0.4 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA22 9BU

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Byways

Does this cottage have a hot tub?
No, Byways does not have a hot tub. The property features a log burning stove, summer house and garden with patio area instead.
Is it pet friendly?
No, Byways does not accept pets. The property is maintained to a high standard for guests with allergies or preferences for pet-free accommodation.
How many people does Byways sleep?
Byways sleeps four people across two bedrooms. There is one king-size bedroom with Freeview TV and one twin bedroom, both upstairs with fell views.
Is parking available at the property?
Yes, there is private off-road parking for two cars. This is particularly valuable in Ambleside where parking can be challenging during peak seasons.
How far is Byways from Ambleside centre?
The cottage is just a few minutes walk from Ambleside centre. You can easily reach the shops, restaurants and two independent cinemas on foot.
What walking routes are accessible from the property?
Fell walks start directly from the doorstep. Lake Windermere's northern shore is a gentle walk away, while Loughrigg offers more challenging climbs with panoramic lake views.
What facilities are in the kitchen?
The kitchen is very well equipped with a Nespresso Vertuo machine, dishwasher and everything needed for cooking. Guests consistently praise the kitchen as having all necessary equipment and more.
Is there a cot available for babies?
Yes, a cot is available at the property. The cottage can accommodate small families with the king-size room and twin room configuration across two floors.

Byways Reviews

Malcolm
From first arriving, right up until leaving we thoroughly enjoyed our stay here. The cottage was tastefully decorated with lovely furnishings, and everything was to a very high standard. We were really impressed. We obviously were out seeing the Lake District a fair bit but it was always lovely to come home to, both in the cottage itself, and sat in or outside of the garden room. A very quiet and relaxing spot. Will hopefully return. Just to point out for guests, it is a climb back up from Ambleside, but it's manageable walk.
Andrew John
WELL EQUIPPED COTTAGE QUIET LOCATION BUT CLOSE TO ALL AMENITIES, CLEAN AND TIDY, AND HAS DESRIBED IN BROCHURE NICE GIFT ON ARRIVAL.
Excellent property , just a 10 min walk into Ambleside , the walk back is quite steep . Excellent weekend and we defo recommend
A beautifully presented cottage. Great location. Really well equipped. We didnt want to leave.
Steven
The cottage was lovley. However very dissapointed that the single bed linen had not been changed this highlighted by a used cotton makeup remover found under pillow. No extra bin liners where left for rubbish. It was stated tgat a starter pack would be left for wood burner but this was not the case
Beautiful cottage everything first class, no expense spared on this beautiful cottage everything you ever need and more, Cosy & comfy even in the worst weather the cottage is just perfect, you really feel you are being looked after as a guest rather than just another customer. A short walk into the town centre going down a bit longer going back up but good fun all the same. Excellent off road parking definitely a big plus, October in the summer house such fun having a drink wrapped up with throws watching the birds absolute bliss, will definitely return, hopefully sooner rather than later.
George
Property was very comfortable and well resourced. Might be difficult for elderly re steep stairs and no bathroom on upper floor. Challenging walk from Ambleside to property but reasonable if you take your time. We knew what we were booking so not a criticism. We would book again.
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay in Byways! The cottage is stylish, cosy and very well equipped. Everything you could need is here. We enjoyed using the summer house, especially on sunny evenings. The location is perfect, being a pleasant stroll from the centre of Ambleside and surrounded by stunning views and the gentle sound of the waterfalls. It was great to have private parking although we didnt need to use the car with so many wonderful walks right from the doorstep! A perfect Lakeland break and we hope to return! Thank you.
Elizabeth
An excellentlyequipped cottage, in a good central but quiet position with fell walks available from the doorstep. A couple of minor suggestions Cut back some of the shrubs in the garden area for this cottage to make room for an outdoor bench to make the best of sunny weather. Getting the patio furniture out of the summer house to enjoy a quiet cup of tea outside is a bit of a hassle, and not very scenic looking at the parked car! Install a grab rail above the bath, to help less agile guests climbing in and out of the shower.
Heather
Great location, good easily accessed off road parking. Cottage very cosy & has everything you need for a great stay, comfy double bed, all the accommodation was well presented & we had a very enjoyable stay.
We had a lovely week stay last week of February. The area is quiet and peaceful but near enough Ambleside for shops and cafs. The off road parking is a plus. The cottage is big enough for 4 people to stay comfortably and the woodburner is so cosy. Having the boot room and washing facilities is a life saver for walking in the fells and getting our kit washed and dried. We would definitely recommend and would stay again.
A lovely, cosy little cottage we thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Byways. The very well equipped kitchen was much appreciated, as we cooked a few meals. We probably wouldn't have chosen to stay here had we realised there was no upstairs toilet, but that was our error in misreading the listing, which was accurate. The heating default setting of 20 deg C was a bit cool for winter, we thought but at least it could be overriden. Overall, a very good experience the lack of an upstairs toilet aside, we would stay again.
Michael
Lovely property, ideally situated for Ambleside. Our second visit, hope too come back next year.
Lindsay
Lovely cosy cottage with very comfy beds! We loved staying at Byways and it had everything we needed. We loved the log burner!
Richard
Wonderful property in a good location. Clean and well laid out. Great size for us with everything you could want in the kitchen. Brilliant holiday.
Kathleen
Just as comfortable and cozy as we remember from many visits over the last 36 years. A lovely refurbishment too. The struggle back up The Struggle is unfortunately becoming more noticeable with age!
Albert
The key pad was a little difficult to access. There were no instructions for the dishwasher. Other wise it was an excellent property. We thoroughly enjoyed all aspects of the building. It had all the necessary facilities and was warm and comfortable.
Duncan
Only small thing for feedback is that the fan in the bathroom stayed on for the duration of our stay and seemingly didnt have a timer on it to auto switch off.
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