About Fern Cottage

Fern Cottage is a spacious terraced cottage in the heart of Ambleside that sleeps four guests. This Lake District property sits at the northern tip of Lake Windermere with fell views from the rear bedroom. The cottage underwent extensive renovation after Storm Desmond flooding in 2015.

You're steps from Ambleside town centre with shops and restaurants nearby. The bus stop sits right outside for exploring the Central Lakes. Walk straight onto the fells including routes to Red Screes and the Fairfield Horseshoe. Grasmere is 4.4 miles away and Windermere 4.7 miles.

The cottage has two bedrooms: a rear double with fell views and a front twin suitable for children. One bathroom features a bath with shower over. The well-equipped kitchen diner includes a gas oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine and dishwasher. The large sitting room has comfortable sofas and a Bose Sound System. Gas central heating keeps you warm.

Stock Ghyll Force waterfall is nearby. Waterhead Pier offers steamers to Bowness. Grizedale Forest (15 miles, 25 minutes) has mountain biking and Go Ape activities.

Fern Cottage suits families and dog owners exploring the Lakes. A parking permit gives access to nearby parking.

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Need To Know

✓Gas central heating
✓Gas oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, tv with freeview and bose sound system, wifi
✓Fuel and power included in rent
✓Bed linen and towels included in rent
✓Parking available in nearby car park
✓Small patio with seating
✓One well-behaved dog welcome
✓Sorry, no smoking
✓No travel cot or highchair available at this property

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Fern Cottage Attractions & Days Out

Explore the wonderful attractions and activities surrounding Fern 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.

Stock Ghyll Force

Distance: 0.5 miles

LA22 9BP

Waterhead Pier

Distance: 1.2 miles

LA22 0EP

Rydal Water

Distance: 2.1 miles

LA22 9LX

Red Screes

Distance: 0.3 miles

LA22 9AY

Fairfield Horseshoe

Distance: 0.5 miles

LA22 9AY

Easedale Tarn

Distance: 2.8 miles

LA22 9QD

Ambleside Town Centre

Distance: 0.2 miles

LA22 9BS

Co-op Food Store

Distance: 0.3 miles

LA22 9BT

Outdoor Gear Shops

Distance: 0.2 miles

LA22 9DU

Bus Stop

Distance: 0.01 miles

LA22 9AY

Ambleside Health Centre

Distance: 0.05 miles

LA22 9DQ

Grasmere Village

Distance: 4.4 miles

LA22 9SH

Stock Ghyll Force

Distance: 0.5 miles

LA22 9BP

Waterhead Pier

Distance: 1.2 miles

LA22 0EP

Rydal Water

Distance: 2.1 miles

LA22 9LX

Red Screes

Distance: 0.3 miles

LA22 9AY

Fairfield Horseshoe

Distance: 0.5 miles

LA22 9AY

Easedale Tarn

Distance: 2.8 miles

LA22 9QD

Ambleside Town Centre

Distance: 0.2 miles

LA22 9BS

Co-op Food Store

Distance: 0.3 miles

LA22 9BT

Outdoor Gear Shops

Distance: 0.2 miles

LA22 9DU

Bus Stop

Distance: 0.01 miles

LA22 9AY

Ambleside Health Centre

Distance: 0.05 miles

LA22 9DQ

Grasmere Village

Distance: 4.4 miles

LA22 9SH

Is Fern Cottage Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families

The twin bedroom at the front suits children well. Ambleside has three cinemas, mini golf, tennis courts and a bowling green within walking distance. Stock Ghyll Force waterfall is nearby for short family walks. Grizedale Forest offers Go Ape activities 15 miles away. No travel cot or highchair available.

For Couples

The rear double bedroom has fell views for a peaceful retreat. Walk straight onto romantic fell routes or stroll to Rydal Water. The comfortable sitting room has a Bose Sound System. Ambleside restaurants including Matthew's Bistro are minutes away. The small patio offers outdoor seating.

Pet Friendly

One well-behaved dog is welcome at Fern Cottage. The property has excellent walking routes from the door onto the fells. The small patio provides outdoor space. Ambleside has dog-friendly pubs and cafes nearby. Guests need to bring their own pet bowls and supplies.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Fern Cottage

Matthew's Bistro

Located 0.3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA22 9BU

Tap Yard

Located 0.2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA22 9BT

The Golden Rule

Located 0.4 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA22 9BS

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Fern Cottage

Does this cottage have a hot tub?

No, Fern Cottage does not have a hot tub. The property has one bathroom with a bath and shower over.

Is it pet friendly?

Yes, one well-behaved dog is welcome at Fern Cottage. Guests should bring their own pet bowls and supplies.

How many people does Fern Cottage sleep?

The cottage sleeps four guests across two bedrooms. The rear bedroom has a double bed with fell views and the front bedroom has twin beds.

What parking is available?

A parking permit is provided for use in a nearby car park approximately five minutes from the cottage. You can unload at the health centre car park opposite before parking.

How far is it to Ambleside town centre?

Fern Cottage is just a few minutes walk from Ambleside town centre. The bus stop is right outside the property for exploring further afield.

What kitchen facilities are provided?

The kitchen has a gas oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine and dishwasher. Quality kitchen equipment and utensils are provided for self-catering.

Are bed linen and towels included?

Yes, all bed linen and towels are included in your rental. Fuel and power costs are also included.

What walks can you do from the cottage?

You can walk directly onto the fells from the door including routes to Red Screes and the Fairfield Horseshoe. Stock Ghyll Force waterfall and Rydal Water are nearby walking destinations.

Fern Cottage Reviews

Edward

The cottage is very spacious. We were disappointed with the shower as it isnt particularly powerful and the beds in the twin room were pretty flimsy. The house is right on Rydal road so was very loud in the twin room and was pretty hazardous with a dog and young children as there is no entry hall area. Good base for exploring ambleside and lots of helpful walks maps. The patio area is reallly overlooked and the mess in the neighbors gardens meant it wasnt a particularly pleasant place to look at the views from. Kitchen is well stocked. We had a good week and the weather was great but sadly felt a bit let down by the accommodation. Was very clean though.

Elizabeth

Great location close to walks and the park for the dog and pubs for the people! Large very clean and well equipped. The parking was easy at the weekend we were across the road in the NHS and then used the parking permit 2 min walk away for the week days. Only suggestion is a fan as we were there in the heatwave! Would love to stay again.

Joanne

A lovely find. From the outside, looks quite small, blink and you miss it. However, once inside, a decent sized living room leads to a bright, open plan, well equipped kitchen. Small seating area outside which gets the sun in the afternoon. Bedrooms small but found the beds comfortable. The only thing to call out was when I arrived, I ran the tap in the kitchen & got a drains smell. Bought some bleach which seemed to do the trick. Would definitely stay here again.

Matthew

We had a fantastic stay at Fern Cottage and thoroughly enjoyed our time there. We wouldnt hesitate to book again. The cottage is just a short walk from the park, making it ideal for morning and evening dog walks, and only five minutes on foot from Ambleside town centre, where youll find a great range of shops, restaurants, and other amenities.

Our first time staying in Fern Cottage but definitely not our last we would love to come back. Location is excellent, just on the northern edge of Ambleside so away from the busyness and perfect for walking from the front door up into the fells, which we did several times. It looks tiny from the outside but is huge downstairs and very comfortable both up and down. We particularly enjoyed the comfortable sofas at the end of some very long days, catching up with the Winter Olympics. We've been visiting the Lakes several times a year for almost 20 years, and Fern Cottage is by far the best equipped place we've stayed in. Highly recommend.

We had a very pleasant and enjoyable stay at Fern Cottage. The property is very well situated with easy access to great hiking trails as well being very close to the shops and facilities in Ambleside. Its close proximity to a bus stop makes it a great choice for anyone travelling by public transport. The property is very spacious and comfortable and furnished to a high standard. The only negative comment we have is that we felt the owners are being let down by the quality of the cleaning services provided since we felt that a more thorough clean was required prior to our stay. However, overall we had a fabulous holiday and would be very happy to return to Fern Cottage in the future.

Robert

A comfortable, well equipped cottage in a very good location. Very convenient for local buses we did not come by car.

Angela

Fantastic little break at Fern Cottage the property is spacious, clean and just extends further and further back to a bright kitchen and peaceful outdoor seating area. Comfortable beds, lovely bathroom and on one of the hottest weekends of the year it was lovely and cool downstairs! Although on a main road the health centre car park opposite was ideally placed to unload the car, then with the parking permit you can park 5 minutes down the road. An excellent find with our small dog for the weekend, we will definitely stay again, thank you.

Cosy cottage, well equipped, excellent location, plenty of places to eat within a short walk. The thoughtful owners provide a parking permit for the nearby car park. We will definitely be making a return visit to Fern Cottage.

Absolutely lovely cottage, nice and spacious. Ceiling windows in the kitchen could do with cobwebs removing, but thats all our stay was great.

Rachel

We had a fabulous stay at Fern Cottage. I used to live in the property many years ago as a student and it was wonderful to see the beautiful transformation into a lovely Lakeland holiday home. It is in a fabulous location close to the centre of Ambleside and walking distance to everything on offer in the village. The size of the property is large for 4 with plenty of space in the living area and kitchen. We were 4 adults staying and the property was great for this or would also suit a family. Would highly recommend.

Warm and cosy cottage. Had a great stay and convenient for everything you need. I would stay again.

Graham

Absolutely superb property exactly as described. Deceptively spacious, with a well equipped kitchen diner. Comfortable longe area with additional dining table and chairs. Bedrooms nicely furnished and no problem sleeping in the beds. The cottages location is just a few minutes walk from the town centre. No parking at the accommodation, but a parking permit is provided for the local car park. Could not see any recycling bags or bins at the property and we also had to get a shower mat as the bath was slippery when the shower was running. Very tiny negatives in an otherwise thoroughly positive experience. Thank you Sykes Cottages.

Great holiday cottage, confortable, convenient and clean. Nice and spacious and very well equipped. We found the close visinity to Ambleside and the bus stops just outside the property made our holiday hassle free.

Rachael

Property was just perfect for our stay in the Lakes. The location, a short walk into Ambleside, was great as we didnt use the car for our short break. The cottage was clean, spacious and well equipped very comfortable beds too! We would love to return if we visit the Lakes again.

Sherian

A lovely cottage in a convenient spot in Ambleside for walking up onto the fells, or just into town. The parking is not great, especially during the school holidays. On each day that we went out for excursions on our return we found ourselves driving around Rydal Road car park waiting for a space twice we had to give up, and then move the car again to Rydal Road later in the evening. I was very surprised to find there was no coffee or sugar supplied in the cottage on arrival neither was there any hand soap in the bathroom or kitchen.Laundry liquid had to be purchased for the washing machine. We were also very aware that dogs had stayed at the cottage not recently from reading the visitors book and the downstairs carpet and sofas smelt of dog. I am a dog owner and pet lover, but the odour in the cottage was quite strong. We found the fully tiled floor in the bathroom to be very slippery underfoot after a shower as condensation formed on every surface without a window and a very noisy and ineffective extractor fan we had to be mindful of walking in the bathroom until the condensation had dissipated.

We could not locate any binbags and one toilet roll is bit stingy. I contacted Sykes before arrival about there being ironing facilities at the property. I was told that there was not but there was. Also a hairdryer is present but not listed. The patio area requires tidying as it is full of weeds etc. The instruction to leave property as found plus strip the beds raises the issue what the cleaner does.

Ashleigh

We really enjoyed our stay in Fern Cottage. It was clean, it was modern and the bedsofas were very comfortable. Its very close to the town and local walks. However, there were some what we assume doggie accident marks on the carpet. It was mentioned in the welcome pack that dogs arent to go upstairs, which we appreciate, however its difficult to stop a dog who wants to be with you 247 in a house with no doors, from following you to bed or the toilet. It may also be an idea to supply kitchen roll and more than one roll of toilet roll

Lovley weeks stay at the cottage, surprisingly spacious with the kitchen extension built on, its bigger inside than it looks outside. There was everything we needed in the kitchen, was warm and cosy and the first time I've stayed in a cottage with a decent sized bath! The only gripes were the noisy bathroom fan and the pillows were very high but thats personal preference, it wouldnt put us off staying again.

Charlotte

Stayed over Christmas and a little tree was set up with a couple of xmassy decs, no welcome pack such as milk left, which would have been nice. Its a really great cottage, all very well presented and cosy during our stay, a welcome retreat from the awful weather we had! Just a short walk into Ambleside with just everything that you wantneed, shops, pubs, cafes, great walks from the village and we parked the car using permit left and it did not move until the day we left. Def unload car in the health centre car park as its not safe on the main road. LIttle things were missing in the cottage corkscrewbottle opener, washing up liquid although dishwasher tablets provided, make sure you also take toilet roll and kitchen roll as again not really provided. We had our golden retriever with us, so the kitchen was spacious for her, but wet dog and a pale carpet was a challenge. We always take extra towels and blankets for the floor to help us not worry about the carpets! Remember to take everything you need for your dog...no bowls provided and front door opens straight onto pavementroad. Just something to be aware of with pets and children.

Harshita

I spent 2 weeks with my family at the Fern Cottage. It was absolutely amazing. The location is perfect and easily accessible by bus. There are plenty of beautiful walks which we really enjoyed. The cottage had everything one could have asked for and it's all great quality items provided especially the kitchen. It felt like home.Thank you to the owners for putting in soo much thought. We have stayed in a lot of properties over the last few years in Windermere, Grasmere and Keswick and this was the best experience we have had so far. We will definitely book again.

Robert

We enjoyed the stay. We had everything we needed.

We had a fantastic holiday with amazing weather! Lots of walking and recommend Matthew's Bistro for food!

We had a lovely stay at Ambleside. Cottage very comfortable. Very relaxing. Thank you

We really enjoyed our stay in Fern Cottage. Lovely cottage. Well presented and maintained. Good facilities. Quiet at night. Excellent comfortable sofas. Great location close to the centre of town. Pity about parking but we didn't have any issues parking in the Rydal Rd car park. And used the GP surgery at the weekend to unload and load the car. Otherwise parking would have been an issue. Double bed in main bedroom needs the mattress replacing. My husband slept in a huge dip! Otherwise comfortable. Glass shower screen didn't really keep the water inside the bathshower often leaked onto floor. Lovely cottage. We would use again.

Lovely cottage and great service from Heart of the Lakes. Recommend walking Ambleside to Rydal Water and a bit further afield the Buttermere circuit is well worth the drive.

Nice cottage, very handy for shops etc, would come again.

Christine

This is a delightful and comfortable house artistically furnished. We found the shower a bit of a challenge and regretted wasting a lot of water whilst we mastered it. The outside space was restrictive for a dog but lovely walks close at hand. Would certainly recommend it to friends.

Enjoyed our stay. Could tell cottage has had an update as freshly painted and decorated. As prepared meals in cottage could have a few more cooking utensils and bowls. Helpful with parking permit and proximity to town.

Charlie

Great place to stay. Very clean and spacious. Happy to visit again. Only down sides were a bit of traffic noise off the road but mainly he old mattress in the main bedroom needed replacing as the springs have gone.

Lovely and beautifully decorated cottage and good location for exploring the Lake District from the door. The owner has left lots of useful recommendations for local walks. Shower either hot or cold water and therefore but challenging to shower children. When we came dishwasher had some water inside as it was switched off half way through the programme probably by the previous visitors. It would be very helpful if at least small soap was in the bathroom. It was our first stay where no soap provided. We would like to come back.

Make sure everything is ready on time!

We loved staying at Fern cottage for our first trip to the Lake District. we had a very comfortable stay with everything we needed. We would love to stay again to explore this beautiful area more.

Fantastic base to explore the lakes for 2 adults, 1 child and a dog. Loved being in Ambleside, so pleased we chose it for our home for the 7 days we were here. Weather was fab with only 1 wet day. Did so much in and around with more to do on our next visit.

We loved the property and the area. So convenient we left the car in the car park the whole time we were there thanks for the permit. The cottage we found very comfortable, clean except the toilet brush and tidy. The information pack was really useful good recommendations for pubsrestaurants and local walks. Not a lot negative we can say. Unloadingloading on a reasonably busy road is inconvenient but cant be helped. Also, we had to contact Sykes to get information about the parking permit.

Eileen

A beautiful cottage. Clean, warm, spacious and a convenient location. A home from home. Two small observations...while there was plenty of hot water the shower was a challenge it was almost impossible to get the right mix of hot and cold. Also, from the blurb I had expected a garden or at least a reasonable patio. But overall, I loved it. Eileen.

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