Ambleside lies at the heart of the Lake District with relatively easy access to most parts of the Lakes. Its scenic setting one mile north of the head of Lake Windermere, wide range of walks in the locality and all manner of water sports opportunities on the lake guarantees its popularity.The busy town has a good selection of places to eat and a wide range of specialist shops selling everything from outdoor equipment to local art and crafts. Ambleside’s most famous building is the 17th century Bridge House which perches over the narrow Stock Ghyll in the centre of town. This one room up and one room down property is now a National Trust centre. Nearby is Rydal Mount, home to William Wordsworth from 1813 until his death in 1850. It is little changed since that time and houses memorabilia of the poet. There are beautiful landscaped gardens and a walk on the property. The view over Rydal Water is said to have inspired Wordsworth’s poetry.
Walking in the area
From your doorstep: Fairfield Horseshoe, Red Screes, Wansfell Pike, Loughrigg Fell. A few miles away: The Langdale Pikes, Crinkle Crags, Bow Fell, Helvellyn, Helm Crag. Further afield: Coniston Old Man , Hartsop Round.
Ambleside cottages
Check availability Fisherbeck Park, Ambleside, CENTRAL & SOUTHERN LAKESSleeps 6 * 3 Bedroom(s) * 1 Bathroom(s)
Price guide: £312-£929 per week * Ref: CC2884
Pets allowed: No * Short breaks available: Yes
An attractive holiday bungalow with superb views situated at the base of Wansfell and about five minutes from the centre of Ambleside. The village lies at the heart of the Lake District with relatively easy access to most part...
Check availability Waterhead Studio, Ambleside, CENTRAL & SOUTHERN LAKESSleeps 10 * 4 Bedroom(s) * 3 Bathroom(s)
Price guide: £1033-£1662 per week * Ref: CC2885
Pets allowed: Yes * Short breaks available: Yes
Property right on the shore of Lake Windermere with small lake frontage, boat storage area and shared use of a jetty as well as access to pool, gym and sauna at nearby hotel close to Ambleside. The village lies at the heart of...
Check availability Oaks Farm Cottage, Ambleside, CENTRAL & SOUTHERN LAKESSleeps 8 * 4 Bedroom(s) * 2 Bathroom(s)
Price guide: £705-£1775 per week * Ref: CC2575
Pets allowed: No * Short breaks available: Yes
A charming 16th-century, beamed cottage in a secluded garden with views of the fells in a quiet position, yet only 400 yards from the centre of Ambleside. Ambleside lies at the heart of the Lake District with relatively easy acc...