Old Ambleside House in Ambleside | Stunning Cumbria Group Cottage

About Old Ambleside House

Old Ambleside House is a luxurious four-bedroom property in the heart of Ambleside, Lake District. This late 16th and 18th century home sleeps eight guests across four en-suite bedrooms. The property combines period features with modern fittings. Groups benefit from private parking for two cars and a sociable first-floor living space.

The property sits in central Ambleside with shops, restaurants and pubs on the doorstep. You're at the northern tip of Lake Windermere with direct access to doorstep walks including Stock Ghyll Force waterfall. The town offers a cinema, pizzeria, jazz bar and boutiques.

Accommodation includes three ground-floor bedrooms (two king-size, one twin) and one first-floor king-size bedroom. Every bedroom has an en-suite bathroom, TV and USB charging points. The first floor features an open-plan kitchen, dining area and sitting room with Sky Sports, Sonos music system and a Smeg induction oven.

Visit Grasmere (4.4 miles, 12 minutes), Windermere village (4.7 miles, 14 minutes), Waterhead lakeside (1 mile, 4 minutes) or Langdale Valley (6 miles, 15 minutes). Groups can enjoy lake cruises, mountain walks, cinema trips and exploring National Trust properties.

Old Ambleside House suits families and groups wanting a central Lakes base with parking. The property includes access to Choices Leisure Club and a welcome pack on arrival.

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Need To Know

✓Gas central heating, electric flame effect wood burning stove
✓Smeg electric induction oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer and wine chiller, cafetiere, washer/dryer
✓Smart tvs in every bedroom, sky tv with sports, usb charging points in every room, blue ray, sonos music systems throughout, wifi
✓Fuel and power included in rent
✓Bed linen and towels included in rent
✓Choice of goose down or non allergenic duvets (please specify when booking)
✓Access to choices leisure club included
✓Private parking for 2 cars
✓2 travel and 2 high chairs available for use
✓Property will generally be decorated for christmas after the third week of november each year

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What Guests Love

What do previous guests think about their group stay at Old Ambleside House

Four En-Suite Bedrooms

Every bedroom has its own en-suite bathroom with modern fittings. No morning queues for eight guests sharing this property.

Central Ambleside Location

Walk to shops, restaurants and pubs within minutes. The property sits in the town centre with doorstep access to walks.

Private Parking for Two Cars

Rare on-site parking for two vehicles in central Ambleside. Additional free roadside parking often available nearby for larger groups.

Open-Plan Social Space

First-floor living area combines kitchen, dining and sitting room. Groups can cook, eat and relax together in one spacious area.

Professional Kitchen Equipment

Smeg induction oven, wine chiller and full equipment. The kitchen handles group catering with plenty of worktop space and storage.

Sky Sports and Entertainment

Large smart TV with Sky Sports in the living room. Every bedroom also has its own TV and Sonos music system.

Getting To Old Ambleside House

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Old Ambleside House by car, take the A591 into Ambleside town centre. The property is centrally located on the road leading to Kirkstone Pass. You'll have convenient off-road parking for two cars upon arrival.

By Train

For those travelling by rail, the nearest station is Windermere, approximately 4.7 miles away. From there, it's a short taxi ride or bus journey (bus 555) to Ambleside town centre.

Off-road parking for two cars

Windermere station (4.7 miles)

Easily accessible from the A591

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

Bridge House National Trust

Distance: 0.2 miles

LA22 9DU

Stock Ghyll Force Waterfall

Distance: 0.5 miles

LA22 9LJ

Waterhead Lakeside

Distance: 1 mile

LA22 0ER

Stock Ghyll Woodland Walk

Distance: 0.5 miles

LA22 9LJ

Loughrigg Fell

Distance: 2.3 miles

LA22 9NG

Rydal Water Circular

Distance: 1.8 miles

LA22 9LX

Ambleside Town Centre

Distance: 0.1 miles

LA22 9BS

Booths Supermarket Windermere

Distance: 4.7 miles

LA23 1BA

Hawkshead Village Shops

Distance: 5.2 miles

LA22 0NT

Windermere Lake Cruises

Distance: 1 mile

LA22 0ER

Ambleside Cinema

Distance: 0.2 miles

LA22 9DT

Bus Stop for 555 Service

Distance: 0.1 miles

LA22 9BT

Bridge House National Trust

Distance: 0.2 miles

LA22 9DU

Stock Ghyll Force Waterfall

Distance: 0.5 miles

LA22 9LJ

Waterhead Lakeside

Distance: 1 mile

LA22 0ER

Stock Ghyll Woodland Walk

Distance: 0.5 miles

LA22 9LJ

Loughrigg Fell

Distance: 2.3 miles

LA22 9NG

Rydal Water Circular

Distance: 1.8 miles

LA22 9LX

Ambleside Town Centre

Distance: 0.1 miles

LA22 9BS

Booths Supermarket Windermere

Distance: 4.7 miles

LA23 1BA

Hawkshead Village Shops

Distance: 5.2 miles

LA22 0NT

Windermere Lake Cruises

Distance: 1 mile

LA22 0ER

Ambleside Cinema

Distance: 0.2 miles

LA22 9DT

Bus Stop for 555 Service

Distance: 0.1 miles

LA22 9BT

Is Old Ambleside House Right For Your Group

Discover why this cottage is the one for your party or family reunion...

For Families

The property has SMART TVs in every bedroom with a Blue Ray player and Sky Sports in the main living area. Ambleside Cinema is a two-minute walk away. A cot and highchair are available plus two travel high chairs. Stock Ghyll Force waterfall walk starts from the doorstep. Waterhead lakeside offers a beach area one mile away. The central location means ice cream shops and cafes are on the doorstep.

Groups Will Love...

The first-floor open-plan living space is perfect for groups of eight. Deep cushioned sofas and enormous armchairs surround a large smart TV with Sky Sports. The designer dining table seats everyone together. The Smeg-equipped kitchen has a wine chiller and enough worktop space for group catering. A second seating area provides space for quieter moments. Sonos music systems play throughout the property.

Pet Friendly

Old Ambleside House does not accept pets. The property has high-quality furnishings and carpets that are professionally cleaned in January each year. Guide dogs and assistance dogs may be considered by prior arrangement with the owner. Nearby Ambleside has several pet-friendly cafes and pubs if you're visiting friends who are staying elsewhere with their pets. The town centre location means dog-walking routes start from the doorstep.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Old Ambleside House

The Giggling Goose

Located 0.1 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA22 9BU

Zeffirellis Jazz Bar and Restaurant

Located 0.2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA22 9AD

The Old Stamp House

Located 0.2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA22 9BU

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Old Ambleside House

How many people does Old Ambleside House sleep?

The property sleeps eight guests across four bedrooms. Three bedrooms are on the ground floor and one king-size bedroom is on the first floor.

Is Old Ambleside House pet friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Guide dogs and assistance dogs may be considered by arrangement with the owner.

What parking is available at the property?

Private off-road parking for two cars is included on site. Free roadside parking on the adjacent road is sometimes available for additional vehicles.

What entertainment facilities are provided?

The property has Sky TV with Sky Sports, SMART TVs in all four bedrooms, Blue Ray player and Sonos music systems throughout. WiFi broadband is included.

What kitchen equipment is available for group catering?

The kitchen has a Smeg electric induction oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, wine chiller, dishwasher and washer/dryer. Plenty of utensils, plates, cutlery and glassware are provided.

Are there ground-floor bedrooms and bathrooms?

Yes, three of the four bedrooms are on the ground floor. Each bedroom has its own en-suite bathroom with modern shower or bath facilities.

What is included in the rental price?

Fuel, power, bed linen and towels are all included. Access to Choices Leisure Club is also included along with a welcome pack on arrival.

How close is Old Ambleside House to local amenities?

The property is in the centre of Ambleside with shops, restaurants, pubs and a cinema within walking distance. Waterhead lakeside is one mile away with views down Lake Windermere.