Dovedale is a three-storey renovated cottage sitting right in the heart of Ambleside, Cumbria. Less than one mile from the shores of Windermere, this is a proper Lake District base with exposed beams, a wood burner and a sophisticated finish throughout. It sleeps six across three bedrooms and has two bathrooms.

Ambleside puts everything on your doorstep. Shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants are all within walking distance. Walks start directly from the front door, Wansfell Pike is 1.5 miles away and Loughrigg Fell is 3 miles. Grasmere is just 4 miles up the road. Windermere cruises depart from nearby Waterhead pier.

The cottage has three bedrooms: a king-size with en-suite shower room on the first floor, a double also on the first floor and an airy twin with skylights on the second floor. The family bathroom has a bath and shower. Downstairs features an open-plan lounge, kitchen and diner with slate floors and a farmhouse table.

Top nearby attractions include Windermere lake cruises from Waterhead (0.8 miles), Grasmere and its famous gingerbread shop (4 miles, 10 mins), Rydal Mount (2.5 miles, 8 mins) and Coniston Water (10 miles, 25 mins).

This cottage suits families and walking groups perfectly. With walks straight from the door, Dovedale's central Ambleside location makes it one of the best-positioned cottages in the Lakes. Book it.