Title: Merry Bank 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 # Merry Bank Cottage with kitchen, near Lake Windermere ## Photo gallery for Merry Bank ![Dining - Merry Bank (Ambleside)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100880000/100879000/100878983/cbb7c136.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Fridge, dishwasher, electric kettle, cookware/dishes/utensils - Merry Bank (Ambleside)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100880000/100879000/100878983/9246340b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Cottage | Property grounds - Merry Bank (Ambleside)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100880000/100879000/100878983/d58b2f39.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi - Merry Bank (Ambleside)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100880000/100879000/100878983/9de86045.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Living area - Merry Bank (Ambleside)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100880000/100879000/100878983/c426f5ab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Merry Bank provides amenities, such as an adjacent golf course and a garden. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Kitchen - Washing machine - Parking included - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space ## 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. ### Merry Bank Cottage with kitchen, near Lake Windermere Along with a garden, this smoke-free cottage has free self-parking and free Wi-Fi in public areas. The cottage features free WiFi and a washing machine, plus a kitchen with a fridge and a dishwasher. An electric kettle and a shower are among the other amenities available to guests. Housekeeping is not available. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. Accommodation at this 3-star cottage has kitchens with fridges, kitchenware and utensils and dishwashers. Bathrooms include a shower. The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Free self parking on site - Limited on-site self parking ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Refrigerator ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms ### Bathroom - 1 private bathroom - Shower ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - No housekeeping service ### Location highlights - Next to a golf course ### Things to do - Fishing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property) ### General - 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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 This property accepts credit cards and debit cards Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property 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 Merry Bank Cottage Merry Bank Ambleside Merry Bank Cottage Ambleside ## About the area Located in Ambleside, this cottage is next to a golf course. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Windermere and Ullswater. Treetop Trek and Grasmere Showground are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails. [Visit our Ambleside travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ambleside.dx4270) [View more Cottages in Ambleside](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Ambleside-Cottages.d4270-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![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%7C54.43176%2C-2.95745&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=paIJ3yVhkzO-xzvpOsDYHurjdjQ=) 3 Stockghyll Court, Ambleside, England, LA22 0QX ### What's nearby - ![Autumn at Lake Windermere, Cumbria, UK. A beautiful sunny day in the English Lake District., Shutterstock ID 713135047, Purchase Order: SP-1896 , Order Number: SP-1896 Go Guides, Client/Licensee: Hot](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621563222832/6c0c8576-0ab9-44a4-a3ef-e306bc5dc5ff.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Lake Windermere 19 min walk \- 1.0 mile - ![Ambleside showing kayaking or canoeing, cruising and a lake or waterhole](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635171373525/529c7003-109f-4368-b4fe-2b3432bd7ce0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Ambleside Pier 3 min drive \- 1.3 miles - Stock Ghyll Force 6 min walk \- 0.4 miles - Ambleside Climbing Wall 9 min walk \- 0.5 miles - Rothay Park 9 min walk \- 0.5 miles ### Getting around - Windermere Station 14 min drive ### Restaurants - Freshers’ Cafe 9 min walk - Zeffirellis 7 min walk - The Golden Rule 7 min walk - The Royal Oak 6 min walk - The White Lion 6 min walk ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Merry Bank pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Merry Bank? ### What time is check-in at Merry Bank? ### What time is check-out at Merry Bank? ### Where is Merry Bank located? ## Have a question? 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