Bluehill Cottage, Central Ambleside, Stunning Views dedicated parking for 1 car

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3 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5

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Barbecue grill
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Ambleside, Cumbria

Ambleside Pier
‪12 min walk‬
Rydal Mount
‪5 min drive‬
Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water
‪10 min drive‬
Barrow-In-Furness (BWF-Walney Island)
‪78 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 3

1 Double Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Hair dryer

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Deck or patio

Porch or lanai

Kitchen

Outdoor play area

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

This newly refurbished cottage has stunning views over Loughrigg, towards Coniston Old Man. enter into the warm lounge, it has a south west aspect. The bay window has a spectacular view, there are fabulous views from every window, It is 5 minutes walk from Ambleside centre.. no need to take the car, there is a newly dedicated parking space for 1 car. Sit & watch the sun go down outside or walk down to one of the many restaurants, cafes, bars & cinemas located nearby. There is a well equipped galley style kitchen with dishwasher, coffee machine etc, 3 bedrooms, a modern bath with shower & WC, central heating operated by a Hive thermostat & living fire. There are many outdoor activities to enjoy, walking, cycling, sailing, kayaking, paddle boarding to name but a few, the perfect base for a wonderful Lake District holiday.

There is free superfast broadband, towels and bed linen are all included.

3 night stays are available in winter months only on request.

Property manager

Linda Lawler

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Languages

English

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Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM

Minimum age to rent: 25

Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

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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 a carbon monoxide detector on the property

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

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts

A car is not required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ambleside

Located in Ambleside, this holiday home is in the mountains and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Windermere and Ullswater. Travelling with kids? Consider Treetop Trek, or check out an event or a game at Ambleside Climbing Wall. Waterskiing and sailing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cave exploring nearby.

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Ambleside, Cumbria

What's nearby

Lake Windermere - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
Ambleside Pier - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
Rydal Mount - 5 min drive - 3.6 km
Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre - 5 min drive - 3.8 km
Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water - 10 min drive - 10.0 km

Getting around

Windermere Station - 9 min drive

Restaurants

‪Royal Oak - ‬5 min walk
‪Rothay Manor Hotel - ‬10 min walk
‪Ambleside Tap Yard - ‬8 min walk
‪The Lily Bar in Ambleside - ‬3 min walk
‪The Cornish Bakery - ‬7 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Bluehill Cottage, Central Ambleside, Stunning Views dedicated parking for 1 car pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Bluehill Cottage, Central Ambleside, Stunning Views dedicated parking for 1 car?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Bluehill Cottage, Central Ambleside, Stunning Views dedicated parking for 1 car?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Bluehill Cottage, Central Ambleside, Stunning Views dedicated parking for 1 car located?

This family-friendly Ambleside holiday home is located on a lake, within a 15-minute walk of Ambleside Climbing Wall and Lake Windermere. White Platts Recreation Ground and Rothay Park are also within 10 minutes.

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

8/10 Good

Stephen B.

5 Oct 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful location

This is a well located cottage with a lovely view. The parking space was convenient.The house was clean ,wi fi worked and beds were comfy. The stairs to the top floor are very steep especially with luggage and the shower had low pressure. Overall a lovely stay. Overall a lovely

Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Andrew R.

18 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great base for the Southern Lakes

Such a comfortable place to stay, within walking distance of the many pubs and restaurants in Ambleside. And on the doorstep of so many great walks. Fantastic views and heaps of games and DVDs in case of a rainy day!

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

David A.

23 July 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent Location

Fantastic cosy base for our short stay. Great view, feels like a world away from civilisation but less than a five minute walk to Ambleside town centre. Five minutes in the opposite direction and we were onto the fells. Our host Linda was very helpful throughout.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura F.

8 Apr 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely property in great location

We had a fantastic stay in Ambleside, largely due to the location of this property. A 5 minute walk from the centre of town and lots of restaurants and pubs but far enough away from the centre to be private. Amazing views. A little difficult to find in the first place but once we located it, all was good! Thank you!

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025

8/10 Good

Paul N.

23 Feb 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

February Half Term in Ambleside

We had a great week, the house has masses going for it, the view is great, it’s really convenient to pop into Ambleside but far enough away so it’s quiet. The beds are comfy, the house is warm and inviting, it has pretty much everything you need to be a home away from home. Thankyou

Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Chris B.

27 Dec 2024

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Lovely stay

The accommodation was just as described and comfortably big enough for the 4 of us. Was great to be able to walk from the house onto the fells, to the lake and to the town. Lovely views as well.

Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2024

6/10 Okay

Sandra T.

20 Sept 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Great location

Gorgeous views. Amazing location. Clean and reasonably well equiped. Cozy and warm. Small kitchen for up to 5 guests but we managed.

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

8/10 Good

gilbert

29 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Authentic cosy cottage in lakes

Ultimately the cottage seems to be a home to the owners how they like it. Cosy, practical & functional. Absolutely fine for us and accurately described - location really good & parking great for 1 vehicle we have a discovery and no problem. We took a fire stick down but you can’t link that up to the network, which was unusual- no porch for wet stuff, but you can see this from advert so again prepared for it. Anyway really enjoyed stay and would book again.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Beth M.

21 Aug 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Ambleside

Sweet little house in a great location. Not suitable for tall people.

Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Anne C.

30 July 2024

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Perfect

We enjoyed the cottage very much. Beautiful views and very comfortable. Highly recommend.

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

sarah g.

11 July 2024

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Lovely stay

Lovely cottage, host was very helpful

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Karen P.

17 June 2024

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Blue Hill Road Cabin

The accommodations were comfortable. I recommend the address location be better labeled on the stone wall. The cab driver had difficulty finding Cabin 3. The stone wall hides the view of the cabin. The laundry from the previous tenants never got picked up and the red laundry bag sat on the front stoop all week. The outside views from the dining room window, kitchen, bathroom and bedrooms were splendid.

Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Louise C.

2 June 2024

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location

Had a lovely stay. Views were stunning. Cottage is pretty basic but clean and has everything you need. The walk into Ambleside is only a few minutes which is perfect for grabbing groceries or going out for a meal. The host, Linda was great and answered any questions quickly. We would return.

Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

k C.

7 Apr 2024

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Perfect

Amazing views and so close to Ambleside centre. This place is great. We are a family of 5 and the cottage was perfect for us. Very well equiped. We had everything we needed. Linda the host was extemely helpful and we will absolutely be returning.

Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

4 Apr 2024

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Great property and location

Really good cottage only about 2 mins walk from centre of Ambleside. Had everything you need for a nice simple stay in the lakes. Great views from the front room over the hills. They’ve just had a car parking space put in which is very handy. Great communication with owner throughout. Would definitely come back.

Stayed 5 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Tracey W.

24 Dec 2023

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Great location, stunning views

Good communication and great property, very near to Ambleside town centre, up a steep hill, but then you benefit from amazing views. We had a lovely stay, thank you

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2023

8/10 Good

Sarah B.

8 Oct 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Lovely Stay

We had a really lovely stay. Thank you! Only issue we had is there was nowhere to park so had to pay £18 to park car in central Ambleside and it was a walk... lucky we liked the walk! Host said there is planning permission for parking to be resolved. Beautiful views over the lake and the property itself was very comfortable and we enjoyed a game of Jenga on a rainy day so would recommend!

Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Josie G.

23 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic bolthole in a great spot

We had just over a week in this delightful cottage very nicely situated in Ambleside: an easy walk to the town (even for those of us less mobile) but a nice, quiet location for relaxing. The view - much mentioned by other reviews - does not disappoint! The sitting room is filled with light and is very comfortable indeed. The kitchen is well-equipped. It was perfect for our needs. Some small things to note: water pressure is much the same as in any old property, so expect a functional experience rather than a power shower. Beds were a little firm for our taste but this is entirely subjective and may suit many others! Parking wasn't always straightforward - the neighbouring properties all seemed very busy our week so be prepared for a little bit of shuffling in busy weeks, especially if you have a larger vehicle or more than one car in your party. These were small things much outweighed by the overall experience of a great holiday. We would definitely stay again and recommend this property..

Stayed 8 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

DENISE D.

7 Sept 2023

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Lovley cottage great views

Lovley cottage great views quite a sun trap

Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Attila A.

1 Sept 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Blue Hill Cottage

We loved everything about our stay in Ambleside Blue Hill Cottage. Close to local stores and very easy access to lots of hiking trails. We would love to go back in the future.

Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Clifford C.

15 Aug 2023

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Wonderful getaway at a well-appointed, comfortable cottage with beautiful views

Our family, me, my wife and our two sons (aged 18 and 15) had a memorable time at the property. We were blessed with warm and dry weather, which was cheering especially since the forecasts had promised rain, and we made the most of the location, driving out to Keswick one day, Grizedale on another and going for a long car tour of the North West lakes that included the awe-inspiring Whinlatter, Hardknot and Wrynose mountain passes. But for the rest of the week we walked from the cottage and say the lovely Stockghyll waterfall, the "Champion Tree" walk in the woods to the south of Ambleside, and we climbed up Loughriff Fell, the big hill opposite the cottage which afforded lovely views of Ambleside on the descent. And Ambleside itself is such a gem. Although busy, it has a enchanting charm. The cottage is so well appointed and so beautifully decorated, with comfortable furniture and aesthetically pleasing furnishings, it fitted our family so well. Cliff Coultart

Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sandra B.

4 Aug 2023

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Excellent Lakeland Base.

Lovely well equipped property. An excellent location for the village of Ambleside which is a five minute walk to the centre and perfect base for walking Wainwright hills.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Nathalie B.

30 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A home away from home

We really loved our stay at Bluehill cottage. Comfortable, great views and walking distance to the center is Ambleside.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Radhika N., Berkeley, CA

26 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location

Charming Ambleside Stay

This rental was very comfortable, and a great spot for my family during our trip to Ambleside. The kitchen was small but appropriately equipped. We appreciated the games and puzzles on rainy days. And the view is stunning. Guests should be aware that there are no laundry facilities in this rental and the laundromat in town doesn’t have a change machine or a vending machine for detergent (It’s also pricy and busy).

Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Stephan E.

19 July 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Vacation

Overall very positive Holiday. Nice House in beautiful area. Hiking trails in front of the house.

Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Linda Lawler

When we bought the property we thought it would be a good investment, however it very quickly became so much more.

Over the years it has provided a very welcome escape from a hectic work schedule, I always return home feeling utterly relaxed, chilled and ready to face anything.

Lots of family & friends have been able to enjoy holidays here, we've spent many hours around the dinner table sharing special times and all eagerly await a return invitation.

Why they chose this property

If you are a Lakes lover, you will understand why we chose to buy in Ambleside. It is the centre of the hub. Offering all sorts of activities for different ages. We have never regretted the choice! And, made many happy memories.

What makes this property unique

within walking distance of the village, fells and transport links.

Warm, cosy and amazing views from every window.

Dedicated Parking & green area with external rear courtyard,

Fabulous walks, water activities, restaurants & cinemas right on the doorstep.

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