Self-Catering at Woodbine Cottage | Holiday Cottages in Ambleside

Holiday home
Woodbine Cottage is a lovely semi-detached cottage in Ambleside. There is a king-size double with en-suite shower room, a double and a bunks room, along with a family bathroom and an additional ground floor cloakroom. Outside is a terrace with views over the town, and a permit is provided for one car for a local car park. With Lake Windermere on the doorstep, and the amenities of the town a moment away, Woodbine Cottage makes a welcoming and convenient base for a break, all year round.

Accomodation Details
Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x double, 1 x 2' 6" adult bunks. Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC. Ground floor basin and WC. Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove.

Area
Given its excellent position at the northern tip of Lake Windermere - England's largest lake - Ambleside makes a superb base for touring the central Lakes. The town itself is famous for its annual rushbearing ceremony and the diminutive 17th Century "Bridge House" - one of the most photographed buildings in the Lake District. Grasmere and the Langdale Valley are just a short drive away and there is plenty to do here. With cruises, boat trips and water-sports on Lake Windermere itself as well as numerous shops, restaurants and pubs in the village, visitors will be spoiled for choice. At Waterhead lakeside there is a short stretch of beach for sunbathing, or paddling, whilst in the opposite direction, along a short woodland walk, is the beautiful waterfall of Stock Ghyll Force.

Region
Impressive mountains, open fells and clear-water lakes, the Lake District has it all. From walking in the mountains to exhilarating watersports or just a gentle cruise on a steam-powered yacht, Cumbria is the perfect holiday destination.

Amenities
Gas central heating with woodburning stove. Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, iPod dock, WiFi. Fuel, power and starter pack for stove inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Loading and unloading permitted outside the property, local car parks available in the area. Front terrace with garden furniture. No smoking. Shops and pubs 2 mins walk. Note: Restricted narrow vehicular access. Note: Property accessed via stone steps, may be unsuitable for guests with limited mobility. 1 well behaved dog welcome. Please note: There is a £500 Good Housekeeping Bond

DavidfromDorset

July 2020

There is a qualification regarding the state of the property which prevents a 5 star review. But generally positive. The cottage is in a great place, quiet but very close to the town including a great butchers a hundred yards away. Unloading was a bit of a challenge, but don’t panic and the road up to the cottage is manoeuvrable. The parking permit was fine for the car park a couple of minutes walk away, though it gets very busy during the day - but this was in busy July and Ambleside was very busy despite the pandemic restrictions. The cottage is well equipped, comfortable bedrooms and good bathrooms. A nice selection of games and videos. Negatives? It was clear that the regular cleaning had been done adequately, although some of the kitchen implements and glasses had not been washed up properly. Bathrooms were clean. But the place is unloved (maybe because the owner does not stay, but that's just a guess). It could do with a decent spring clean. For example light switches had been wiped, but there was months of dust on top of them. Carpets in less accessible places hadn’t been hoovered for ages, and the insides of the windows had general muck and fly dirt. The garden was tatty - just an hour's tidying up was all it needed. All this is a shame. I recommend getting someone to do a good half day's general clean. Then it would be 5 stars for sure.

837elaine1980

January 2018

Woodbine Cottage is ideally situated in Ambleside, being a very short walk from the town. The access road is very narrow but parking is close by, as is a pub offering a decent meal if guests in the cottage don't wish to cook in the more than adequately equipped kitchen. The downstairs is open plan and provides comfortable seating for a cosy night in. Beds are comfortable and all the accommodation is clean. Having booked through Sykes Cottages, I would not hesitate to recommend this company as all communication was professional, friendly and helpful.

Mrs Jones

March 2016

This is our 6th stay at this cottage. Great location for all the walking and very close to local pub!

Mrs Blake

November 2015

An excellent holiday cottage, close to all local amenities and a drive away from fantastic walks

Chris B

September 2015

We've just returned from a 4 night break at Woodbine cottage and couldn't fault it in anyway. Five of us stayed in total (4 adults + 1 child) and it was a perfect size for us. The kitchen and living room are a great size as well as being comfortable and well equipped. Everything was clean and tidy, beds comfortable, good decor, high quality fittings in bathrooms and amazing views from master bedroom. Shops are a quick walk away but we were left biscuits, tea, coffee and milk by the owners which was a lovely touch. As well as shops being a few minutes away you also have 2 pubs and a butchers literally a stones throw away - the butchers in particular is great so make sure you do a big fry up at least once with bacon, sausages, black pudding and eggs all from the butchers ( getting hungry now!). There isn't a parking space by the cottage but you have a very narrow road outside the cottage which was fine for loading / unloading the car ( it is narrow with stone walls either side but a ford mondeo with wing mirrors folded in fitted through fine). You also get a parking permit which we picked up from Sykes in Windermere on the way and this works out really well as there is a car park about 50 metres away from the cottage that this enables you to use as well as multiple other car parks across all of the lake districts so if you're travelling about this can save you a small fortune in pay and display charges! Highly recommended and we'd definitely return

cohenfamily_12

August 2015

We stayed in this cottage for 7 nights. it is well located just 2-3 minuts walk from the center of ambleside but still in a quiet area. the cottage have 3 bed rooms at the upper floor, two with a twin bed and one with a bunk bed. the ground floor have nice sitting area and kitchen.. there is nice fireplace. the cottage is well equipped and maintened. the only minuses that we found was the fact that the cottage dont have privete parking (parking tag in the main parking lot is supplied by the owener) and there is no free wifi. we are highly recommending this cottage

Mr Cahill

The cottage was in a great location and very well kept and clean. A perfect base for our walking holiday and perfect to come back to.

Mrs Whelan

April 2015

The cottage was lovely and we really appreciated the little homely touches. We were very comfortable and would not hesitate to recommend it to others.

Mrs Kavanagh

February 2015

Excellent location, a great base for wonderful walking. The cottage was warm - very welcome after a day in the rain!

Mrs Vincent

December 2014

Woodbine Cottage is well located for everything in Ambleside and the rest of the beautiful Lake District. Great cottage, roomy and comfortable.

Miss Lavery

The beds were particularly comfortable, couldn't get out of them in the morning! Overall a great cottage! So close to the centre of Ambleside, especially our favourite pub, the Unicorn Inn!

Mrs Mckenna

We liked everything about Woodbine Cottage. It was comfortable and cosy with lovely décor, ideally situated and fully equipped. I have already booked a stay here again for next year.

Gunn

November 2014

A warm, cosy cottage in the middle of Ambleside, close to shops and an excellent base for walking. Great views, especially from the main bedroom. This was our second visit and we hope to return.

Bickford

The location was excellent, cosy cottage good facilities. Thank you

Miss Doull

August 2014

Absolutely Loved everything, Ambleside is such a lovely amazing place!

Mr Bader

June 2014

Very nice cottage, warmly appreciated by the whole family. We liked the kitchen, the two bathrooms and three toilets and especially the absolute tranquillity given through the little street in which the cottage is located. Nevertheless all shopping possibilities in the nearest surroundings, parking with the permit no problem and very near the cottage . Ambleside is nice and ideal as a starting point for all kind of activities. Thank you for wonderful holidays.

Mrs Murdoch

Had a great holiday in Ambleside. We would highly recommend Woodbine Cottage to anyone visiting this area.

Mrs Dunnett

The location of the cottage in Ambleside was ideal as a touring base and convenient for cafes, bars, restaurants and shops without using the car. The shopkeepers and staff in the cafes and bars were very friendly and welcoming.

Miss Palmer

March 2014

The location was fabulous just a stroll away from the town centre, it was very homely and fully equipped with everything you could possibly need, we will definitely be holidaying here again.

We spent a wonderful week in this warm, welcoming house. The kitchen was well equipped, the house was comfortable and has been very well renovated, smart kitchen and bathrooms. The location is excellent, just minutes from the centre of Ambleside and a great starting place for walks from the door without needing the car. The view from the main bedroom is fantastic!

Guest

January 2014

Stayed in OCT 2013 lovely place right in the Centre, lots of places to visit. Cottage clean and a lot of space for a family of 4. Woodburner lovely at night whilst the children asleep. Sykes very Pleasent and easy to get key and park around the lakes

Mrs Phillips

December 2013

The house was lovely and very homely. The location to the village was perfect.

Mrs Staniford

November 2013

We had a wonderful stay, despite the weather. Lovely to have such a fantastic cottage to come back to and dry out. We love the Lakes, and always come prepared so there were no issues during our stay.

Mr Beardsley

October 2013

It was in an ideal location and the cottage itself was lovely. Great wood burner for the cold evenings, and lovely and clean cottage.

Mr Cooper

The cottage was very well placed, being 2 minutes walk from the main streets in Ambleside. I would definitely recommend it, and would look to book it again.

Mr Smith

September 2013

The property was very good clean and spacious.

Mrs Hall

August 2013

Perfect location, stunning family cottage, could not fault anything, did not want to leave. Already looking at availability for next summer!

Mr Gibbs

We had a lovely time in a very pleasant cottage that is situated close to all the amenities that you require in a picturesque area of the country.

Mrs Advani

July 2013

Everything was perfect.The house was lovely and the countryside was amazing.

Mrs Addison

June 2013

This was the best cottage we have stayed in. it was perfect and we will be booking again.

Mr White

We all absolutely loved Woodbine cottage and will definately be back. Very well decorated and in a great location.

April 2013

we really enjoyed our time at woodbine cottage.It is centrally located, two minutes to the nearest pub! it is cosy especially with the log burner going in winter.The cottage has modern decoration and is comfortable. I would definately book again, the sykes agents was friendly and helpful.The only down side was the parking, it was a gamble whether there was space available by the cottage and ambleside has car parks but they can be expensive.Still that said, will still go back again and again.great walking and beautiful countryside any season.

Mrs Malpass

March 2013

Excellent facilities in an excellent location.

Mr Carter

February 2013

This cottage is great ideal for families or couples located in the heart of Ambleside. The cottage itself is great. Finished to a very high standard.

Mrs Price

December 2012

We loved the location of the property and the views. It was nicely decorated too. Lots of hot water and the heating was good and it felt cosy when it was so cold outside. We liked that the key was waiting at the property as we arrived late in the evening.

Mrs Dawson

The cottage was like 'home from home'. We felt really comfortable straight away! It's set near to the town centre which had everything you needed. The scenery from the bedroom window is out of this world! Beds are comfortable and the standards are very high. Would definitely return!

Mr Russon

October 2012

The accommodation was lovely, clean, tidy and very modern. The beds were extremely comfortable, everything felt home from home. The cottage was ideally situated for walks and local amenities.

Mr Norris

September 2012

All four of us thought the cottage was beautiful and we felt very much at home. The location, close to the town centre, was brilliant. The scenery was spectacular.

Tompkins

The cottage was decorated beautifully which made the holiday even better. The cottage was very clean and really modern. The beds and bed linen were lovely. Very close to town. We would definitely stay again.

alyson t

We took our daughter, and my parents for a 3 night break to woodbine cottage, Ambleside. The cottage was very clean, newly decorated with lovely bedding, the kitchen was well equipped. Very centrally located, only a few minutes walk to the centre of Ambleside. We would definately go back

Mrs Pearse

August 2012

A central location, not too busy and with lots of activities. Beautiful scenery.

Miss Brown

July 2012

The location of the cottage couldn't be better. Peaceful with great views, but only a stones throw from town. Plenty of space for our party of 3 adults and 4 children ranging from 18 months to 8 years. Great quality fixtures and fittings. Very comfortable beds and sofas with abundant cushions. Highchair and travel cot provided.

Miss Firth

Great location and very nicely done out. A real find that I would recommend. We would return there definitely. Gorgeous views from the bedroom and the little courtyard is great in the sunshine.

Gray

I loved everything about this property, as soon as I walked in the front door. The quality of the whole furnishings and fixtures were second to none. Everything was spotless and the beds were so comfy. The location was absolutely perfect. A stones throw away from the hub of the village, where there is everything you can ask for.

Ms Willmott

We loved our stay at the Woodbine cottage - it was perfect for our needs. The quality and the finishing within the property was of a high standard. We loved the power shower, and the view from the main bedroom was breathtaking.

mollymolville

Myself and my family stayed at Woodbine cottage for a week and i must say it was totally perfect. As soon as i walked through the front door, i fell in love with the place..it has such a warm welcoming feel to it. the whole house has been tastefully renovated to a very high standard, fixtures and fittings were of the highest quality, even down to the utensils/ cutlery etc. The beds are sooooooo comfy...i can go on and on about the quality, it was just amazing. The location also is perfect, it is literally two minutes walk into the beautiful village of ambleside, where you are spoilt for choice on tearooms, restaurants, shops and pubs..it was great to have a few vinos without having to worry about driving home!! My favourite thing was wakening up to the beautiful view from my bedroom window!

Myself and my family stayed at Woodbine cottage for a week and i must say it was totally perfect. As soon as i walked through the front door, i fell in love with the place..it has such a warm welcoming feel to it. the whole house has been tastefully renovated to a very high standard, fixtures and fittings were of the highest quality, even down to the utensils/ cutlery etc. The beds are sooo comfy...i can go on and on about the quality, it was just amazing. The location also is perfect, it is literally two minutes walk into the beautiful village of ambleside, where you are spoilt for choice on tearooms, restaurants, shops and pubs..it was great to have a few vinos without having to worry about driving home!! My favourite thing was wakening up to the beautiful view from my bedroom window!

Mr Blayds

March 2012

The property was situated in a fantastic location. The fittings and furnishings were second to none and the overall value for money was very good! Upon entering the property we were presented with a warm cosy feeling with the most modern appliances. The bedrooms were fantastic with probably the most comfortable bed I've slept in! I will most certainly be staying again and will recommend to friends and family.

Ms Lambert

February 2012

The cottage was lovely and the location perfect. It was modern and bright and decorated to a very good standard and I particularly liked the soft and fluffy bedding, just like at home.

Mr Jones

January 2012

Great location and nice quaint feel about the property. The beds were very comfortable and it was a nice bonus to have the stove fire.

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Woodbine Cottage in Ambleside, Cumbria