Holiday rentals in Ambleside

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Top-rated holiday rentals in Ambleside

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Guest favourite

Apartment in Cumbria

4.92 out of 5 average rating, 104 reviews

Gorgeous, spacious apartment for 4 in Ambleside!

'Laurelin In The Lakes' is my lovely, highly spacious ground-floor apartment in a sought after location on Lake Road, 3 mins level stroll from Ambleside centre! Beautiful decor, bespoke wall art, fabulous 'mountain' mural original, superb large lounge/diner with impressive corner sofa. Private parking space, rare in such a central spot! Fast/unlimited Wifi, TNT/Sky Sports, Smart TV's, Netflix, PS4/games. Private entrance. I love that my favourite restaurants, the fells and lake are all so close!

11–18 Dec

£139 per night
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Tiny home in Windermere

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 182 reviews

The Lodge, walking distance to lake and village

*PRICES FROZEN 2023&2024* Welcome to The Lodge! Our delightful micro house (25sq/m) has everything you need for a great stay in the Lake District National Park Located in a quiet cul-de-sac surrounded by woods & just a 10 min walk to the lake & Windermere village with its selection of pubs, restaurants, cafes and bars It's a surprisingly spacious space, with a king size bed, small kitchen with induction hob and combi microwave/oven, fridge, comfy lounge with smart TV, wifi & off street parking

26 Jan – 2 Feb

£95 per night
Guest favourite

Shepherd’s hut in Windermere

4.99 out of 5 average rating, 340 reviews

WILD SHEEP: King Bed/Ensuite/Nr Windermere

* Unique hideaway in the Lakeland fells with stunning views, perfect for those looking to surround themselves with nature. * This luxury hand crafted shepherds hut includes king bed, ensuite, private terrace garden & traditional style stove. * Exclusive accommodation, not part of a site. * Walking distance from 2 award winning pubs, short drive to Windermere (England’s largest lake), perfectly positioned to explore the Lake District. * Nespresso machine, coffee, tea, milk & homemade granola.

4–11 Oct

£108 per night

Popular amenities for Ambleside holiday rentals

Stay near Ambleside's top sights

Rydal Cave25 locals recommend
Ambleside (Waterhead Pier) - Windermere Lake Cruises Ltd7 locals recommend
Stock Ghyll Force16 locals recommend
YHA Ambleside Hostel4 locals recommend
The Bridge House6 locals recommend
Zeffirellis64 locals recommend

Other great holiday rentals in Ambleside

Guest favourite

Shepherd’s hut in Wasdale Head

4.98 out of 5 average rating, 169 reviews

Yewbarrow - Shepherd's hut overlooking Wastwater

14–21 Dec

£88 per night
Guest favourite

Home in Penrith

4.95 out of 5 average rating, 154 reviews

Weavers Cottage, Hartsop-stunning location

27 Nov – 4 Dec

£114 per night
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Flat in Windermere

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 255 reviews

The Retreat at La Sagesse

2–9 Jan

£131 per night
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Cottage in Cumbria

4.97 out of 5 average rating, 171 reviews

Rose Lea Cottage Eden Valley & The Lake District

26 Jan – 2 Feb

£117 per night
Superhost

Home in Cumbria

4.86 out of 5 average rating, 108 reviews

Lane Foot Ambleside. 3 nts from £300 Winter Deal

14–21 Apr

£145 per night
Guest favourite

Tiny home in Cumbria

4.89 out of 5 average rating, 63 reviews

La’al Yan - newly renovated, cosy and quirky home

21–28 Aug

£107 per night
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Apartment in Cumbria

4.9 out of 5 average rating, 20 reviews

Fell View Retreat - Apartment in Ambleside

9–16 Dec

£100 per night
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Cottage in Cumbria

4.88 out of 5 average rating, 94 reviews

Knipe Cottage in the centre of Ambleside

29 Nov – 6 Dec

£98 per night
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Home in Cumbria

5.0 out of 5 average rating, 8 reviews

Gale Lodge Stables, Ambleside

31 May – 7 Jun

£107 per night
Guest favourite

Apartment in Cumbria

4.91 out of 5 average rating, 97 reviews

Stylish & modern, entire flat - parking - pets

20–25 May

£130 per night
Guest favourite

Flat in Cumbria

4.87 out of 5 average rating, 90 reviews

Riverside Studio Apartment Ambleside

14–21 Jan

£84 per night
Superhost

Barn in Ambleside

4.78 out of 5 average rating, 36 reviews

Delightful 1-bed cottage in the heart of Ambleside

13–20 Dec

£127 per night

Quick stats about holiday rentals in Ambleside

Total rentals

530 properties

Rentals with dedicated workspaces

150 properties have a dedicated workspace

Pet-friendly rentals

170 properties allow pets

Family-friendly rentals

360 properties are a good fit for families

Total number of reviews

15K reviews

Nightly prices starting at

£8 before taxes and fees

Your guide to Ambleside

Welcome to Ambleside

The quintessential Lake District town, Ambleside sits in prime position near the northeastern tip of Windermere, England’s largest natural lake, surrounded by the incredible mountain scenery of the Lake District National Park. First-timers often orient themselves in Ambleside to get a sense of the region’s charms and heritage before exploring its wilder realms. Bustling streets are lined with cute tearooms and ice-cream parlours, gift shops, real ale pubs, the occasional Thai or curry restaurant, and dozens of outdoors stores stocking all the gear required for tackling the mighty fells. The tiny 17th-century Bridge House, on a bridge crossing Stock Ghyll beck that flows through the town and once powered its industrial mills, is one of Ambleside’s most photographed scenes.


The best time to stay in a holiday rental in Ambleside

Lake District weather is variable in that it sometimes rains lightly, sometimes heavily, and often horizontally. It’s one of the rainiest regions in the United Kingdom (there’s a reason for all those lakes after all) yet spellbindingly sunny days can materialise at any time. June to September can be positively balmy. Wild swimming in inky lakes and turquoise river pools becomes irresistible, and many cultural events take place. But even August can be cold and drizzly for days on end. As a famous honeypot, Ambleside heaves with holidaymakers in high summer, so plump for May or September if possible. Even the frozen depths of winter have a special beauty, when frosty walks end delightfully with fireside pints in cosy pubs, and you can nest at night in your Ambleside cottage.


Top things to do in Ambleside

Loughrigg Tarn walk

A short but scenic hike leads up from the town to a round, mirror-like pool tucked into the flanks of Loughrigg Fell. After admiring views of the Langdale Pikes from the smooth bridleway path circling the tarn, hikers can continue up the modest peak, then forge on to Rydal Water and Grasmere. Alternatively, head south down to the village of Skelwith Bridge for a cool drink and a look at Skelwith Force waterfall, before a 10-minute bus ride back to Ambleside.

Armitt Collection

Ambleside has art galleries aplenty, from the naff and commercial to this excellent venue, also a museum and library. Dedicated to preserving the cultural heritage of the Lake District, it features Beatrix Potter first editions and her botanical watercolours, plus work by artist Kurt Schwitters. There’s information too about the Ambleside Roman Fort, built during Hadrian’s reign in the 2nd century, whose stone ruins can be visited for free just outside the town.

Ambleside Climbing Wall

On rainy days, hit this indoor rock climbing wall for taster sessions, private lessons, bouldering, or unsupervised climbing on a towering 10-metre-high wall, depending on your level of skill.

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