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Silver How, Ambleside

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4.7
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Guest Rating
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4.7
out of 5
Cumbria » Ambleside
Sleeps up to 4
Bedrooms: 2

Silver How is a self-catering holiday cottage in Grasmere, right in the heart of the Lake District National Park. This traditional Lakeland property sits in one of England's most celebrated walking areas.

The location puts you minutes from Grasmere village centre. Walk to shops and cafes without needing the car. Footpaths lead directly onto the fells from the doorstep. Rydal Water and Grasmere lake are both within easy reach.

The cottage provides comfortable accommodation for families and groups. Inside you'll find well-equipped living spaces with everything needed for a self-catering stay.

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About Silver How

Silver How is a self-catering holiday cottage in Grasmere, right in the heart of the Lake District National Park. This traditional Lakeland property sits in one of England's most celebrated walking areas.

The location puts you minutes from Grasmere village centre. Walk to shops and cafes without needing the car. Footpaths lead directly onto the fells from the doorstep. Rydal Water and Grasmere lake are both within easy reach.

The cottage provides comfortable accommodation for families and groups. Inside you'll find well-equipped living spaces with everything needed for a self-catering stay. The property features traditional Lakeland character throughout.

Dove Cottage and the Wordsworth Museum (0.3 miles, 2 minutes) celebrates the poet's legacy. Ambleside (4 miles, 10 minutes) offers more shops and restaurants. Windermere lake (8 miles, 20 minutes) provides water sports and boat trips. Keswick (15 miles, 30 minutes) has markets and mountain access.

Perfect for walkers and literature enthusiasts. Silver How delivers an authentic Lake District base with direct fell access and village convenience.

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Silver How Attractions & Days Out

Explore the wonderful attractions and activities surrounding Silver How 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.

Dove Cottage & Wordsworth Museum
Distance: 0.3 miles
LA22 9SH
Grasmere Lake
Distance: 0.5 miles
LA22 9SW
Rydal Mount & Gardens
Distance: 1.2 miles
LA22 9LU
Silver How Summit
Distance: 1 mile
LA22 0LY
Easedale Tarn
Distance: 2 miles
LA22 9QD
Loughrigg Fell
Distance: 2.5 miles
LA22 9LY
Grasmere Village Shops
Distance: 0.2 miles
LA22 9SW
Booths Supermarket Ambleside
Distance: 4 miles
LA22 9BS
Ambleside Town Centre
Distance: 4 miles
LA22 9BL
Bus Stop (555 Service)
Distance: 0.1 miles
LA22 9SX
Grasmere Information Centre
Distance: 0.2 miles
LA22 9SW
Windermere Railway Station
Distance: 9 miles
LA23 1BA
Dove Cottage & Wordsworth Museum
Distance: 0.3 miles
LA22 9SH
Grasmere Lake
Distance: 0.5 miles
LA22 9SW
Rydal Mount & Gardens
Distance: 1.2 miles
LA22 9LU
Silver How Summit
Distance: 1 mile
LA22 0LY
Easedale Tarn
Distance: 2 miles
LA22 9QD
Loughrigg Fell
Distance: 2.5 miles
LA22 9LY
Grasmere Village Shops
Distance: 0.2 miles
LA22 9SW
Booths Supermarket Ambleside
Distance: 4 miles
LA22 9BS
Ambleside Town Centre
Distance: 4 miles
LA22 9BL
Bus Stop (555 Service)
Distance: 0.1 miles
LA22 9SX
Grasmere Information Centre
Distance: 0.2 miles
LA22 9SW
Windermere Railway Station
Distance: 9 miles
LA23 1BA

Is Silver How Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families
Children will love the immediate access to outdoor adventures from the doorstep. The walk to Grasmere lake takes just minutes where they can feed ducks and paddle in summer. Easedale Tarn provides an achievable family hike with waterfalls along the way. The village has ice cream shops and the famous Gingerbread shop to visit. Older children can tackle proper fell walks including Silver How itself.
For Couples
This cottage offers couples a romantic Lake District retreat in Wordsworth country. Walk hand-in-hand around Grasmere lake at sunset or tackle fell walks together with spectacular views. The village provides intimate restaurants and traditional pubs for evenings out. Literary connections add cultural interest with Dove Cottage just minutes away. The location delivers both adventure and relaxation without needing to drive anywhere.
Pet Friendly
Silver How does not accept pets. The property operates a no-pets policy for all bookings. If you're looking for dog-friendly accommodation in the Lake District, you'll need to search for alternative properties that specifically welcome animals. Many other cottages in Grasmere and surrounding areas do accept dogs and provide suitable facilities for guests travelling with pets.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Silver How

The Jumble Room

Located 0.2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA22 9SU

Tweedies Bar

Located 0.2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA22 9SS

Heidi's Grasmere Lodge

Located 0.3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA22 9SW

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Silver How

Does this cottage have a hot tub?
No, Silver How does not have a hot tub. The property focuses on traditional cottage accommodation in a prime Grasmere location with direct access to walking routes.
Is it pet friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at Silver How. The property operates a strict no-pets policy for all guests.
What walking routes are accessible from the cottage?
The cottage provides immediate access to multiple fell walks including the route up Silver How itself. Grasmere lake circuit, Loughrigg Fell and paths to Easedale Tarn all start within minutes of the front door.
How far is it to Grasmere village centre?
Grasmere village centre is just a short walk from Silver How. You can reach the main shops, cafes and the famous Gingerbread shop within a few minutes on foot.
What facilities are included in the cottage?
The cottage comes fully equipped for self-catering with a complete kitchen, comfortable living areas and all bedding and towels provided. Parking is available at the property for guest vehicles.
Are there good restaurants nearby?
Grasmere village offers several excellent pubs and restaurants within walking distance. The Jumble Room, Tweedies Bar and The Wordsworth Hotel dining room are all popular choices serving local food.
What can we do on a rainy day?
Visit Dove Cottage and the Wordsworth Museum just 0.3 miles away to learn about the poet's life. Ambleside (4 miles) has indoor shopping and the Armitt Museum with local history exhibitions.
How far is the nearest supermarket?
The Co-op in Grasmere village provides basic supplies within walking distance. For larger supermarkets, Ambleside (4 miles) has a Booths store with comprehensive shopping facilities.

Silver How Reviews

The property was well situated for visiting the lakes and lots of places for walking from there, so we didn't need to use our car much, which was good. The cleaning of the property wasn't too good, we moved the sofa round to face the TV and it looked like the laminate flooring hadn't been cleaned for a while. There were various instruction booklets for the kitchen appliances which are always useful, but the one for the cooker had various languages except the English pages were missing. But overall the place was nice and comfortable.
Antony
On the whole a satisfactory rental. Very warm. Excellent shower in the bathroom but the ensuite shower needs modernisation. The mixer bath tap in the bathroom is loose and will cause a major leak if not fixed soon. Many light bulbs need replacement. The lighting in the ensuite bathroom is pathetic. Several saucepans needed cleaning before use. Disappointed not to have a welcome pack. Nonetheless we had a very pleasant stay.
Superb cottage warm even in cold and wet December great heating, comfortable sofas and beds, and lovely furnishings. Very quiet and peaceful, good outdoor space parking, and best of all we watched deer in garden every morning. Exceptionally clean, with a good kitchen. Much more spacious than it appears in the photos. Overall, excellent and we would definitely return.
We enjoyed our stay at Silver How it was very spacious, comfy and had nearly everything we needed. It was well located for Ambleside and Waterhead, whilst being quiet and private. You do have to bring your own dishcloths, washing up liquid, dishwasher tabs, hand soap, tea towels and oven gloves. Whilst most places weve stayed in suggest this is a possibility, they usually provide something to get you started so we thought this was a bit stingy. The information about what to do with rubbish, recycling etc. was out of date there was an info pack from when it was listed with another company and was specific to their procedures so I had to ring for more info. Some of the lightbulbs had gone and need replacing and theres evidence of a leak from the ceiling onto the wall on the landing. There were also no keys for the windows specifically, the one in the twin room above a window seat could be opened fully which is not reassuring when you have children, so it would have been good to have some kind safety mechanism on there.
A beautiful cottage. Spacious, comfortable and well equipped. Added bonus of car parking spaces. Ideally located for exploring Ambleside and surrounding areas. We will definitely book this cottage again.
Thomas
We had a lovely stay in early February. The weather was very kind to us cold but rarely any rain. We couldnt have asked for more at the cottage, it was cosy and clean and had everything we needed and more. Would recommend the cottage to everyone, plenty of walks and places to visit and the scenery around the cottage lovely with visits from deer and pheasants to watch.
Tracey
This was a long awaited trip from last December where snow hindered travel. Was worried first as there was scaffolding up and thought that there may have been work taking place, but there no workmen, and no noise, the place was so peaceful. As the property is off the main road, down a short lane, there's no traffic noise or people passing. The property had everything we needed. Ideal setting being just a 10 minute walk from Waterhead to get the boat to Bo'ness and a 10 minute walk into Ambleside. Loved the place. Would definitely recommend and definitely will be back.
Rosemary
Silver How was a perfect base for us in Ambleside. The house was first class clean, warm, comfortable, quiet and a short walk into Ambleside or Waterhead. We would definitely stay again.
No problems.
Silver How is the best property we have rented in the lakes so far, delightful location, very well maintained, my wife complained about a broken tea pot and clothes airer this was dealt with immediately and a follow up call received within 48 hours so we have nothing but praise both for Lakelovers and the property. Excellent all round.
Another excellent stay at Silver How. Amazing setting looking onto a beautiful meadow waking up to a chorus of birdsong and deer roaming across. The cottage has everything you need to make it a home from home..Great location 10 mins walk to town centre but tucked away to make it a peaceful retreat.
Perfect location, beautiful cottage with wildlife on your doorstep. Lovely and peaceful for a relaxing holiday. Would be nice if there was a dryer, and timer on microwave needs attention.
Andrew
A brilliant base for a Lakes holiday. Very comfortable, well equipped and clean. The location is perfect, just outside the main town, but within very easy walking distance. Plus plenty of options for walking from the doorstep. Having parking was a great bonus. We would definitely stay here again! Highly recommend.
Thank you for a lovely comfortable stay The cottage was clean , well equipped and cosy on those cool days Lovely views. A bonus to see the deer in the garden We had a lovely Christmas stay the only suggestion would be with booking over Christmas it would have been nice to see some festive decorations. Especially when Xmas week is more expensive than off peak. But this wouldnt reflect our overall view of the cottage and we would definitely return . We would highly recommend so go ahead and book !!
We have been staying in Lakes cottages for over 25 years and this has to be in the top 3. .A well equipped kitchen, extremely comfortable and spacious, brilliant location with stunning views front and back. Privileged to have deer gracing our company just outside. Can't recommend this cottage more highly. We will be booking again for the Spring very shortly.
The location of the property was great, however some mirrors at the end of the driveway would be of great assistance. You are partway into the road before being able to fully confirm your exit is clear. General provision in the cottage was great however some equipment teapot, glasses and furnishings floor lamp in lounge lampshade are in poor repair. Plentiful crockery, cutlery and cookware was great. Nightlights upstairs and downstairs were a welcome addition particularly for the kids. Soft furnishingsthrows were lovely and made cottage VERY cosy! Another point which you may need to address with council, we put bin out as advised on the Thursday, it wasn't emptied. Bin wagon did come up the driveway but totally missed for no3.
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