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Otters Holt

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A narrow street lined with stone buildings, including a white building with a blue door and a stone building with a chimney. - Otters Holt (Ambleside)
A hallway with a radiator, a hat, and a plaid scarf hanging on the wall. - Otters Holt (Ambleside)
A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a chair, a mirror, and a vase of sunflowers. - Otters Holt (Ambleside)
A cozy living room with a sofa, a dining table set for breakfast, a fireplace, and a bookshelf. - Otters Holt (Ambleside)
A hallway with a plaid scarf hanging on the wall, a wooden door, and a beige armchair in the background. - Otters Holt (Ambleside)
Close to Lake Windermere, Otters Holt has plenty to offer. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4743 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking available

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About this property

Otters Holt

  • Escape to Otters Holt, nestled in the heart of the popular Lake District town of Ambleside. Enjoy a peaceful retreat for up to four guests in a traditional two-bedroom cosy cottage, well placed to enjoy the picturesque landscapes and country walks of England’s largest national park, straight from your doorstep!



    Upon returning from a day of exploration, there is ample space available for storing muddy boots and damp coats in case the weather isn't favourable. Head into the living area, a lovely spacious and bright room full of character with exposed timbers, comfortable sofas, smart TV and Wi-Fi included during your stay. Enjoy a meal around the dining table, and cook up a feast in the modern, fully fitted kitchen with dishwasher and underfloor heating.



    Otters Holt can sleep up to four across two well-presented bedrooms; one double bedroom and a second twin room with family bathroom.



    With numerous nearby attractions to explore, ensuring you have plenty of activities to enjoy, you can embark on a boat journey on Windermere Lake or take a brief stroll from the town center of Ambleside to reach Stock Ghyll Force, an impressive 70-foot waterfall.



    Parking is included to the side of the cottage for up to one vehicle.



    For more information and bookings please contact Finest Retreats.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

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

  • Unit size: 743 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 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

Checkin 16:00-20:00

Pets

Pets are allowed for an extra charge of GBP 25
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
2 total pets
Note from host: Dangerous animals not allowed.

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

Optional extras

  • Pet fee: GBP 25
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change.

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 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
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.

About the area

Located in Ambleside Town Centre, a neighbourhood in Ambleside, this cottage is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Windermere and Ullswater. Rydal Hall Labyrinth and Treetop Trek are also worth visiting. Visit our Ambleside travel guide
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What's nearby

  • A coastal town with a marina, green fields, and a river.
    Lake Windermere
    17 min walk - 0.9 miles
  • A boat named Miss Lakeland II docked at a pier with a forested shoreline in the background.
    Ambleside Pier
    18 min walk - 1.0 mile
  • Rothay Park
    3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Armitt Museum and Library
    5 min walk - 0.3 miles
  • Ambleside Climbing Wall
    6 min walk - 0.4 miles

Getting around

  • Windermere Station
    13 min drive

Restaurants

  • Lakes Brew Co Tap
    4 min walk
  • The Ambleside Inn
    1 min walk
  • The Wateredge Inn
    16 min walk
  • The Pier Cafe Bar
    18 min walk
  • The Flying Fleece
    3 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Otters Holt pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total). There's a fee of GBP 25. Service animals are exempt from fees.

How much is parking at Otters Holt?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Otters Holt?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Otters Holt?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Otters Holt located?

Located in Ambleside Town Centre, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of White Platts Recreation Ground and Lake Windermere. Armitt Museum and Library and Rothay Park are also within 10 minutes.

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Reviews

Otters Holt Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 17 out of 23 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 23 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 23 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 23 reviews

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

This met all expectations. Beautiful cottage, fantastic location and friendly service!

Location to town centre was amazing, the property was cosy and well equipped. The perfect little Christmas getaway.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A beautiful place to stay in fantastic location very cute and cozy

Original and quaint. Fantastic location
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Otters Holt is a gem - esp its location / access - made our stay so much less complicated

The central location and easy access comfortable quiet location nothing really
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A Great spacious cottage in a quiet location .Loved the parking space too Thankyou

Absolutely loved the central quiet location ideally situated 2 mins from Main Street,comfy bed,clean.spacious .Useful w machine too .Nice size bathroom too . Nothing :we didn’t like .Everything was perfect.Spent 3 nights here whilst storm darragh hit ,.so a welcome teabag ,coffee sachet I think would be a useful extra on arrival and maybe a Xmas decoration .Will Definatly book again .Thanks
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A beautiful cottage in a great location.

We loved Otters Holt and felt comfortable and at home there. It was a great base for exploring the area and the parking space was especially helpful. We found the front door a bit hard to open and the lounge door. May need lubricant or new lock barrel. One bedside light not working.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely cottage in a brilliant location.

Location was excellent, having parking in the town centre was brilliant. Clean, warm and comfortable. Everything you would need. Draining board didn't drain. Wardrobe door in main bedroom is a bit tricky. Shower should do with a warning on not to turn it passed number 2, the water is scalding hot. A few light bulbs out. But that&#39s being really picky.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Cosy

Cosy. Heating worked well. Handy for shops, parking for one car very useful. Quiet location despite being in centre, on a nice quiet back street. Washing machine useful. Over all very pleased with our stay . Only I small bath towel each and one handtowel in bathroom. Would have liked a hand towel extra for drying hair and one extra for using in kitchen. No instructions for recycling so had to put it all in bin I&#39m afraid. If no dog staying maybe don&#39t leave dog bed in the bedroom, I don&#39t really like to think of dogs sleeping in there, as a non dog owner!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Great location and bonus of a parking place. Excellent

Location and space
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great location

Really great sized cottage right in the centre of Ambleside (but down a quiet street). We loved our stay and would definitely stay again
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Great stay in a lovely cottage

Great location. Dog friendly
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Excellent location to centre

Excellent location to centre. Very quiet. Lovely cottage, warm and cozy. Well equipped
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Great location and property cosy but in need of updating

The location is spot on. Parking great.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Would stay again.

Cosy and clean. Location was excellent. In the middle of town but down a small road so no noise. The floor on the second floor is slanted which was strange but didn’t cause a problem.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Loverly little cottage idea for the 4 off use ideally placed in the middle of Amble

went for the lantern parade weekend so no parking issues
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Place was very good everything round a bout it would come back if the price went down a bit

Location style size Think it’s a bit over priced
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Spacious, cosy and very clean house

Spacious, cosy and very clean house. Located in the heart of the town but very quite. Highly recommended
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great position in the centre of Ambleside

Great position in the centre of Ambleside, warm and cosy downstairs, the door was a challenge to unlock oncetwice as I think mentioned by a previous review but never stopped us getting in. Books and games available, TV, clean and welcoming. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Many thanks.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

We had a wonderful week, cycling, hiking, eating out & in, relaxing in the sun, loved every minut

The house was perfect for my son & I, perfect size, very cozy and comfortable & with its own parking. Very close to everything Ambleside offers but in a quiet street. Somewhere to sit outside would be nice, but to be honest, the park was only a few minutes walk & also Windermere itself isn’t far to walk either, with plenty of areas to sit in the sun.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely cottage in a perfect location.

Everything you need is there and more. The property has a lovely home feeling and we couldn't have asked for anything else. The rain which even though the owners had ensured we had everything rain cant be prevented.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Great break in lovely Ambleside.

Very convenient location in the town. Great that it has a parking space. The net curtains made it look unappealing from the outside. Maybe need replacing with something brighter. The uneven floor upstairs was weird!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

I had the most perfect at Otters Holt!

I had the most perfect at Otters Holt! The cottage was just described and what I had looking for as a cosy December pre- Christmas get away... extra touches there being a Christmas tree and decorations up to make you at home and a bit festive. I knew that some of Ambleside would be closed for the season, but still plenty to do in the area and some stunning walks straight from the cottages front door! I couldn't recommend the areacottage more! Also, Lucy's on a Plate (at the end of the road) had been recommended by two friends prior to going, and it was fabulous!
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Nice stay!

Loved having a parking space - such a bonus!! Very central and quiet location. Blinds need attention or replacement. Water gathering between bath and toilet. Looked more spacious with sofa positioned as in photos. Grill pan had remnants of toast on it on arrival and sticky jammy stuff on grill pan handle. Urine stain on duvet so needs addressing if expected to strip the bedding. Cleaner came half an hour early wanting our parking space so think my dog’s food for return journey got left behind!