10th edition of the pet friendly holiday guide for 2010.
Dog and Pet Friendly Hotels and Holiday Accommodation in Ambleside.
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The Britannia Inn (Guest House)
A 400 year old Lakeland Inn with oak beams, real fires and small, cosy rooms. Situated in the middle of picturesque Elterwater village, with the magnificent Langdale Pikes as a backdrop.
Kirkstone Foot (Hotel)
Once a 17th Century Manor House, the Kirkstone Foot name recalls one of Cumbria's most dramatically beautiful mountain passes, just minutes from Ambleside.
Lowfield Flat (Self Catering)
Ground floor flat situated half-a-mile from Ambelside town centre. children and pets welcome.
Skelwith Bridge Hotel (Hotel)
Those in pursuit of a quiet life will be charmed by this lovely traditional seventeenth century Lakeland Inn.
Smallwood House Hotel (Hotel)
Smallwood House Hotel has a central location in Ambleside which is nestled amongst the hills and lakes of the South Lakeland, and as such we offer the perfect starting point for all directions. With so much to see and do, why not abandon your car in our private car park and explore the surrounding area on foot or by use of public transport.
The New Dungeon Ghyll Hotel (Hotel)
Set amidst Lakeland's most dramatic fells, at the head of the famed Langdale Valley, the hotel nestles beneath the Langdale Pikes and Pavey Ark.
The Old Vicarage (Hotel)
Peacefully situated in its own wooded gardens in the centre of the town, the Old Vicarage is the perfect base from which to explore the lakes and mountains or to walk or cycle the fells. Tucked away from street noise and overlooking Rothay Park, there is ample free car parking within the grounds.
Wanslea Guest House (Guest House)
Wanslea Guest House at Ambleside in the Lake District offers Bed and Breakfast Accommodation in our range of rooms, all of which have en-suite shower room or shower/bathroom.
Cottages within 30 miles of Ambleside
Allt Maen
Sleeps : 2
Price Band : £265 - £593
Lowick Bridge - 11.7 miles away.
In the glorious landscape of the Lake District National Park and ideally located for enjoying water sports or fell walking and climbing these two spacious and comfortable properties have been created from the conversion of an 18th century barn. Allt Maen its name derived from the Celtic 'Old Man of Coniston' a mountain visible from the properties is on the first floor and Wetherlam occupies the ground floor. Coniston Water is just 2 miles Windermere 8 miles Blawith Fells are a short drive and Grizedale Forest tracks invite mountain bikers whilst nearby stately homes and gardens offer more sedate pleasures. A friendly pub (dogs welcome) is a short stroll and shops are 3 miles away.
Wetherlam
Sleeps : 2
Price Band : £265 - £593
Lowick Bridge - 11.7 miles away.
In the glorious landscape of the Lake District National Park and ideally located for enjoying water sports or fell walking and climbing these two spacious and comfortable properties have been created from the conversion of an 18th century barn. Allt Maen its name derived from the Celtic 'Old Man of Coniston' a mountain visible from the properties is on the first floor and Wetherlam occupies the ground floor. Coniston Water is just 2 miles Windermere 8 miles Blawith Fells are a short drive and Grizedale Forest tracks invite mountain bikers whilst nearby stately homes and gardens offer more sedate pleasures. A friendly pub (dogs welcome) is a short stroll and shops are 3 miles away.
Yew Tree Cottage
Sleeps : 7
Price Band : £468 - £1034
Beckhead Nr. Windermere - 12.5 miles away.
Enjoying a peaceful location this charming detached cottage is set in its own delightful private country garden. Full of character with beamed ceilings and cosy fires in winter the cottage offers comfortable accommodation in an excellent area.This is an ideal setting for a Lakeland holiday a nearby hill (Whitbarrow Scar) is designated a Site of Scientific Interest and Kendal offering a good choice of inns restaurants and shops is just 7 miles away. Bustling Windermere with boat trips and watersports is 12 miles. Discover the beautiful area around Ambleside by hiring bicycles (15 miles) or visit the coast at Grange-Over-Sands (5 miles). There are wonderful walks picturesque villages with welcoming tea shops and fine restaurants within easy reach. Golf fishing sailing and riding all available in the area. Nearest pub and shop 2 miles
Hegdale Cottage
Sleeps : 8
Price Band : £374 - £866
Bampton Nr. Shap - 13.0 miles away.
In the lovely rolling landscape of the Lake District National Park this charming cottage enjoys the tranquil rural setting of a working farm just 2 miles from Haweswater lake. Wonderful walking starts from the doorstep onto the Coast to Coast Walk opportunities for bird watching abound. A pub/restaurant is 2 miles Shap's inns and shops are 2½ miles and Penrith is 10 miles. Ullswater and Windermere's many attractions are easily accessible.
Rampsbeck Lodge
Sleeps : 2
Price Band : £353 - £717
Ullswater - 13.1 miles away.
This charmingly furnished property (shown right with patio doors) enjoys a wonderful lakeside setting in 2 acres of beautiful gardens which sweep down to the shores of Lake Ullswater with breathtaking views (pictured). Adjoining the owners' home visitors enjoy use of the private lake frontage with a jetty for launching a small boat and fishing. Windsurfing sailing golf walking and pony trekking are available locally. Pooley Bridge (1½ miles) has shops tea rooms and inns and there is a restaurant within walking distance.
Park Stile Cottage
Sleeps : 5
Price Band : £326 - £650
Broughton-in-Furness - 14.2 miles away.
Tucked away in the historic village of Broughton this delightful cottage with its beamed ceilings is in an ideal location to enjoy all the amenities of the Lake District National Park. Semi detached the cottage has its own garden and is only 300 yards from the nearest shop and pub. Walking climbing tennis and golf are available locally along with coarse fishing. At Grizedale Forest 27 miles away there is cycling and at Coniston Water 10 miles sailing and watersports. The sandy beach at Haverigg is within 9 miles and other local attractions include Windermere Ravenglass and Eskdale railway and Muncaster Castle.
Finkle Cottage
Sleeps : 5
Price Band : £326 - £650
Pooley Bridge - 14.3 miles away.
In the heart of a picturesque and welcoming village this charming 17th century cottage sits tucked away at the end of a quiet cul-de-sac and enjoying lovely far reaching rural views to the rear. Straddling the River Eamont at the head of Lake Ullswater Pooley Bridge is graced by its 16th century bridge and two wide main streets lined with quaint gift shops tea rooms and visitor services which overlook the water sports activity on the lake. With Penrith (5 miles) Keswick and Lake Windermere all in easy reach Finkle Cottage makes an ideal base for exploring the delights of the Lake District National Park.
Bankside Cottage
Sleeps : 7
Price Band : £411 - £953
Eskdale Green - 14.6 miles away.
Against the backdrop of its one acre of wooded hillside and garden this detached 18th century farmhouse with many original features in its cosy beamed interior. Set in the heart of the pretty village of Eskdale Green it enjoys walks directly to Scafell and Wasdale. The famous Ravenglass and Eskdale Railway and Birkerfell the western lakes Muncaster Castle and Hardknot Pass and Fort all lie close by. Two pubs serving food are just a ¼ mile stroll and the shop next door will provide provisions in advance if required.
Drumlins
Sleeps : 4
Price Band : £265 - £593
Endmoor Nr. Kendal - 14.9 miles away.
In an ideal location for exploring both the Southern Lakes and the western Yorkshire Dales this spacious and well appointed cottage makes a relaxing and comfortable retreat. Set adjacent to the owners home fine walks start from the door and a vast range of attractions and activities can be found within an easy drive including watersports and boat trips on Lake Windermere the steam yacht Gondola on Coniston Water and Leighton Moss bird sanctuary. Kendal (5 miles) offers a wide variety of shops golf and cycle hire. There is a good choice of pubs serving food within 2 miles. Shops 1 mile.
Lyle Yeat
Sleeps : 4
Price Band : £265 - £593
Old Hutton - 15.4 miles away.
Peacefully set in the picturesque hamlet of Old Hutton close to many of the Lakes' and Dales finest attractions this cosy little cottage is an ideal base. Many outdoor pursuits can be enjoyed nearby including quad biking off road driving paintballing and clay pigeon shooting at an activity centre just 1 mile away horse riding is also available. The attractive towns of Kendal (5 miles) and Kirkby Lonsdale (7 miles) boasts a range of amenities and water sports and boat trips are within easy reach at Lake Windermere and Coniston Water. After an invigorating day's walking on the fells visitors will find plenty of inns within a 5 mile radius offering good food and firesides to relax by. Shop/P.O. and pub 2 miles.