Discover cosy Ambleside cottages with character

Discover cosy Ambleside cottages with character

Promising a place in the very heart of the mountainous Lake District National Park, where the spectre of Scafell Pike looms over the blue waters of Lake Windermere, the pretty country town of Ambleside has long been a favourite with lovers of the English outdoors. Ambleside cottages fit the bill perfectly, sporting stone-fronted exteriors, crackling fireplaces, cosy sitting rooms and leafy gardens.  

Rydal Water, Ambleside, United KingdomRydal Water, Ambleside, United Kingdom

Discover dog-friendly cottages in Ambleside

No matter if you’re looking for a little romance with the other half or an adventurous break to the heart of the Lake District, there’s always space for the 4-legged friend. That’s where dog-friendly cottages in Ambleside come in, offering pooch-ready rooms and amenities, big gardens and locations right next to the hiking trails.  

Searching for pet-friendly cottages

It should be easy to find an Ambleside pad that’s willing to host your dog. It’s all just a matter of adding in the right filters when you search for your holiday rental in the Lake District. Then, pick the home that’s got the garden big enough, and plenty of space for the food bowl, and you’re all set to go.  

Going into the country around Ambleside

You don’t have to restrict your search for an Ambleside cottage to Ambleside itself. The town is surrounded by countless little hamlets and villages, any of which could make for a prime spot for your pet. In fact, heading up to Rydal or Grasmere might even put you closer to the leg-stretching hiking trails that pierce into the higher peaks of the national park.  

Days for dog lovers in the Lake District

Finding dog-friendly cottages in Ambleside is just the first step in forging an adventure itinerary for you and the pooch. The next is finding the dog-friendly activities, which aren’t limited to hiking the wooded paths and dales. You can also hop on the Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway for a bark-worthy heritage ride, or go for a leisurely boat trip on Lake Windermere – there are usually reduced fares for pets.  

Taking shots of the stunning Lake District

Ambleside cottages for short breaks

Keen to escape the city for a spell? Ambleside cottages could be your ticket to a 2 or 3-day getaway in one of the most stunning corners of England. Short-term lets are easy to come by in the historic town and its surroundings, offering a quick and easy stay between the rising ridges of the Lake District and the sloshing waters of Lake Windermere.  

Consider Grasmere for literary heritage

Just north of Ambleside is Grasmere, the historic stomping ground of William Wordsworth. One of the most revered poets in the English canon, his life and works are chronicled at the village’s Dove Cottage museum, the former home of the Romantic bard.  

Mountains on the horizon inChapel Stile

If you’re heading to the Lake District with the winding walking paths and the summit of England’s highest mountain at the top of your to-do list, there’s arguably nowhere better to seek out Ambleside cottages than at the diminutive village of Chapel Stile. Nestled in the rock-ribbed Langdale Valley, it is neatly placed on the way to Scafell Pike. 

Go across the lake to Bowness-on-Windermere

Bowness-on-Windermere sits just around the shores of Lake Windermere from Ambleside. Another jewel of the Lake District, it’s a popular short break destination, famed for its Victorian tearooms and immersive exhibits that relate to the children’s writer Beatrix Potter.

Kirkstone Pass, Ambleside, United Kingdom

Typical Cumbrian cottages in Ambleside

If there’s one thing that Ambleside cottages do brilliantly, it’s traditional English country charm. With their stone walls, gated gardens and pretty rooms, these sorts of stays can really help you get that warm feeling in full flow.  

Find yourself a bolthole for 2

Looking to inspire your romance in the Lake District? That shouldn’t be hard, what with so many chocolate-box English cottages on the menu in this corner of the country. You could seek out couples’ stays with hill views from the master bedroom, snug reception rooms and luxurious bedspreads to keep you toasty on those icy winter nights. 

Ambleside cottages with real fires

When the snows douse the pikes and ridges of the Lake District and sheets of ice cake the edge of Windermere, there’s really nothing like a holiday rental with its own fireplace to warm the bones. There are dozens to pick from in Ambleside and its vicinity, ranging from pint-sized cottages to sprawling manor homes.  

Ambleside cottages with a hot tub

It’s possible to crank up the luxury by homing in on the cottages in Ambleside that have steaming hot tubs beckoning in the gardens. They tend to be among the most opulent of the region’s stays, but you can look forward to stargazing sessions, with water bubbling away all around.  

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