Title: A characterful country cottage in the very heart of Ambleside. Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # A characterful country cottage in the very heart of Ambleside. Cottage with kitchen, near Lake Windermere ## Photo gallery for A characterful country cottage in the very heart of Ambleside. ![Exterior detail - A characterful country cottage in the very heart of Ambleside. (Ambleside)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70450000/70441300/70441219/9b0fff59.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets - A characterful country cottage in the very heart of Ambleside. (Ambleside)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70450000/70441300/70441219/3e459fd6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining - A characterful country cottage in the very heart of Ambleside. (Ambleside)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70450000/70441300/70441219/b7c8ebb3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fireplace - A characterful country cottage in the very heart of Ambleside. (Ambleside)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70450000/70441300/70441219/bc5ec2d7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - A characterful country cottage in the very heart of Ambleside. (Ambleside)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70450000/70441300/70441219/70d4f5d3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies In the heart of Ambleside, The Nook offers a charming retreat with stylish accommodations for 6 and traditional features like stone floors, beamed ceilings, and a wood burning stove. Unwind in the courtyard seating area or explore nearby walks, attractions, shops and restaurants. ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Parking available - Fireplace ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### A characterful country cottage in the very heart of Ambleside. A characterful country cottage in the very heart of Ambleside.. Ground Floor: Living room: Freeview TV, Woodburner Dining room. Kitchen: Electric Oven, Induction Hob, Fridge, Dishwasher Utility Room: Washer Dryer, Microwave, Freezer First Floor: Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Freeview TV Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, Freeview TV Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet Second Floor: Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds, Freeview TV Ensuite: Toilet (Only). Gas fired central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Fuel for wood burner available locally. Travel cot and highchair.. Courtyard with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Bike/equipment store. Private parking for 2/3 cars. No smoking.. The Nook is a characterful country cottage in the very heart of Ambleside set on a quiet lane behind the main thoroughfare yet within a stone’s throw of a host of walks, attractions, shops and restaurants. Of course, when the weather is fine and dry, a variety of low and high level fell walks and cycle routes can be enjoyed from the doorstep of The Nook by all the family but occasionally, it may just rain and there are plenty of indoor activities to sample in that case; The Climbing Wall, a new facility offering climbs for all abilities and from age 5 in a supervised environment or why not take in a film at one of Zeffirelli’s cinemas and enjoy a ’meal deal’ at the same time. Beautifully presented, The Nook offers stylish and quality accommodation for 6 combined with traditional features of stone and wooden floors, beamed ceilings and wood burning stove to warm your toes in the winter. The thoughtful owners have provided a selection of Wainwrights and Julia Bradbury guide books for your enjoyment which may just whet your appetite for getting on your boots and out onto the fells and a DAB radio so you can keep a check on the forecast for the days ahead. Blessed with ample parking for up to 3 cars and an enclosed courtyard seating area, The Nook is the perfect village based accommodation, a real home from home in which to spend a rather special Lakeland holiday with your loved ones. Shop, pub and restaurant 100 yards. Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property. 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18 ### Check-out Check-out before 9:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Rules The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 3 Bedroom Accommodation in Ambleside Cottage su-CC123224-CC123224 3 Bedroom Accommodation in Ambleside Ambleside 3 Bedroom Accommodation in Ambleside Cottage Ambleside ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C54.43136%2C-2.96317&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=6JVfiz1mKCcBhgAwWfiO4JDQkZU=) Ambleside #### What's nearby - Rothay Park \- 3 min walk \- 0.2 miles - Ambleside Climbing Wall \- 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Stock Ghyll Force \- 12 min walk \- 0.7 miles - Lake Windermere \- 16 min walk \- 0.9 miles - Ambleside Pier \- 18 min walk \- 1.0 mile #### Getting around - Windermere Station - 10 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The White Lion - ‬1 min walk - ‪The Apple Pie - ‬3 min walk - ‪Zeffirellis - ‬1 min walk - ‪The Royal Oak - ‬1 min walk - ‪Misto - ‬2 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is A characterful country cottage in the very heart of Ambleside. pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at A characterful country cottage in the very heart of Ambleside.? ### What time is check-in at A characterful country cottage in the very heart of Ambleside.? ### What time is check-out at A characterful country cottage in the very heart of Ambleside.? ### Where is A characterful country cottage in the very heart of Ambleside. located? ## Have a question? 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