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Andrew Evans
1 Feb 2026
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2 bedroom accommodation in Ambleside
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Nestled in a quiet courtyard, Shambles Cottage is a traditional Lakeland retreat with slate-fronted charm. Enjoy the peaceful views of Loughrigg Fell from the sitting room or gather around the magnificent polished wooden oval table for hearty meals.
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2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Free Wi-Fi
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About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
2 bedroom accommodation in Ambleside
Situated in the picturesque Lake District National Park and ideal for guests who enjoy walking, cycling and water sports.. 5 steps to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: 32" Freeview TV, Ipod Dock, CD Player, Electric Fire
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
First Floor:
Living room 2: (No TV)
Second Floor:
Bedroom 1: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet. Gas central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack.. Private parking for 2 cars (½ mile from property); unloading at the door. No smoking. Please note: No children under 5 years old.. Nestled away down a quiet back street, Shambles Cottage is a traditional Lakeland, slate-fronted terraced cottage that has everything you need and just one minutes’ walk from the centre of Ambleside. There is a cosy leather suite in the living room and a sitting room with views over Loughrigg Fell for those who want peace and quiet, away from it all. The spacious, well-equipped kitchen is perfect to dish up a hearty meal to be served on the magnificent polished wooden oval table.
Shambles Cottage is in a quiet, secluded courtyard, a step away from one of Ambleside’s oldest streets ‘The Slack’, yet the town’s amenities are just yards away, with an abundance of shops, cafés and restaurants. With good public transport links it couldn’t be easier to forget the car and explore the area stress free.
There are plenty of places to visit right on your doorstep, the famous Bridge House or a short walk to Stockghyll Falls are a must, whilst further afield there is beautiful Grasmere village, or catch one of the Windermere ferries from the nearby Waterhead terminal. For climbing and walking, you are surrounded by fells and mountains, just don’t forget your guide book and camera, your days will be filled! A stay at Shambles Cottage is a must if you would like to explore the Lake District National Park. Shop 200 yards, pub 500 yards and restaurant 25 yards.
Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Free WiFi
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
No children under 5 years old.
There are low ceilings, doors and/or beams within the property.
Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: 32" Freeview TV, Ipod Dock, CD Player, Electric Fire
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
First Floor:
Living room 2: (No TV)
Second Floor:
Bedroom 1: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet. Gas central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack.. Private parking for 2 cars (½ mile from property); unloading at the door. No smoking. Please note: No children under 5 years old.. Nestled away down a quiet back street, Shambles Cottage is a traditional Lakeland, slate-fronted terraced cottage that has everything you need and just one minutes’ walk from the centre of Ambleside. There is a cosy leather suite in the living room and a sitting room with views over Loughrigg Fell for those who want peace and quiet, away from it all. The spacious, well-equipped kitchen is perfect to dish up a hearty meal to be served on the magnificent polished wooden oval table.
Shambles Cottage is in a quiet, secluded courtyard, a step away from one of Ambleside’s oldest streets ‘The Slack’, yet the town’s amenities are just yards away, with an abundance of shops, cafés and restaurants. With good public transport links it couldn’t be easier to forget the car and explore the area stress free.
There are plenty of places to visit right on your doorstep, the famous Bridge House or a short walk to Stockghyll Falls are a must, whilst further afield there is beautiful Grasmere village, or catch one of the Windermere ferries from the nearby Waterhead terminal. For climbing and walking, you are surrounded by fells and mountains, just don’t forget your guide book and camera, your days will be filled! A stay at Shambles Cottage is a must if you would like to explore the Lake District National Park. Shop 200 yards, pub 500 yards and restaurant 25 yards.
Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Free WiFi
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
No children under 5 years old.
There are low ceilings, doors and/or beams within the property.
Property amenities
Internet
- Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Kitchen
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
Bedrooms
- 2 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 1 bathroom
- Towels provided
Entertainment
- TV
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Heating
Pets
- No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Safety features
- No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher
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Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.
Pets
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
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 no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
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
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Frequently asked questions
Is 2 bedroom accommodation in Ambleside pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
What time is check-in at 2 bedroom accommodation in Ambleside?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 2 bedroom accommodation in Ambleside?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 2 bedroom accommodation in Ambleside located?
Located in Ambleside Town Centre, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of White Platts Recreation Ground and Lake Windermere. Armitt Museum and Library and Rothay Park are also within 10 minutes.
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Reviews
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Hannah Potter
8 Oct 2025
The cottage is in a fantastic central location.
The cottage is in a fantastic central location. Very clean and comfortable with everything you'd need. There was a wonderful welcome pack. I would defiinitly book again.
Hannah Potter
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10/10 Excellent
jennifer j.
3 Aug 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had a wonderful stay at The Shambles. Everything was absolutely perfect, only wish we could stay longer! The kitchen was well equipped, the beds were super comfy and the location was close to everything we needed. Jane was a wonderful host and we would definitely stay here again!
jennifer j.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2025
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Roger
16 Nov 2019
Great host, great location, very comfortable cottage.
Great host, great location, very comfortable cottage.
Roger
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
31 Oct 2019
For a family The Shambles has the lot including what I would describe as a no noise relax/read/ fami
For a family The Shambles has the lot including what I would describe as a no noise relax/read/ family get together and play old fashioned board games room.
The bathroom has a wonderful bath that must be up there with the longest in the north of England and comes complete with all the little extras you would expect in a good hotel.
Beds are comfy and the kitchen everything you need - except a cook!
Was working on a difficult job in Ambleside but as soon as I opened the front door of the Shambles I felt time had slowed down and it was time to relax for the evening.
Brilliant place to stay.
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Sarah
30 Aug 2019
Great cottage in fabulous location, very clean and well equipped.
Great cottage in fabulous location, very clean and well equipped. Some noise from local restaurants but would stay again!
Sarah
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
H
19 May 2019
Had a lovely stay at Shambles cottage.
Had a lovely stay at Shambles cottage. The owner Jane could not have been more helpful. She also left us a lovely little welcome hamper which meant we had time to settle in before having to fo to shops. Would recommend it.
H
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Sue
15 May 2019
We had a great short break; we had bad luck with the weather, but a lovely stay in the very comforta
We had a great short break; we had bad luck with the weather, but a lovely stay in the very comfortable & well equipped cottage which, having 2 living rooms made it feel very spacious. Lots of games, good wifi reception so children happy.
The owner was really helpful with the couple of queries we had.
The only downside might be that the dedicated parking is a little walk away (not surprising really as the cottage is in centre of town), but if you're out all day, the overnight parking permit in town works really well. (And able to park outside cottage to load & unload)
I'd love to go back, thank you
Sue
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Mark
10 Mar 2019
Lovely cottage in the heart of Ambleside.
Lovely cottage in the heart of Ambleside. The owners provide everything you could need for a pleasant stay.
Mark
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Marie
14 Jan 2019
L
Lovely Cottage well kept
Marie
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Julia
3 Jan 2019
Fantastic little cottage in the perfect location what can I say.
Fantastic little cottage in the perfect location what can I say. Ideal for a small family or friends wanting a relaxing stay within easy reach of restaurants and family walks. The owners were very helpful with any queries and parking at the owners not too far away. Would definitely recommend a stay.