Garden House in Ambleside | Stunning Cumbria Group Cottage

About Garden House

Garden House is a spacious five-bedroom property in Ambleside, Cumbria, sleeping up to nine guests. Perfect for families or groups of friends wanting to explore the Lake District. The property sits in a quiet residential area between Ambleside and Waterhead with off-road parking for three cars and views towards the western fells.

The location offers easy access to Lake Windermere's shores. Ambleside town centre is a short walk away. The area provides excellent walking routes straight from the door.

Accommodation includes one king-size room with en-suite walk-in shower, one king-size room, two twin rooms (one with en-suite shower) and one single room. There are four bathrooms total. The games room features a pool table and TV. The sitting room has a woodburning stove and floor-to-ceiling windows. The kitchen has oak units and a breakfast bar. Well-equipped throughout with Sky TV and WiFi.

Windermere Lake Cruises operates from Waterhead (1 mile, 5 minutes). The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction sits in Bowness-on-Windermere (4 miles, 10 minutes). Wray Castle offers National Trust grounds (5 miles, 12 minutes). Stock Ghyll Force waterfall is walkable from town (0.5 miles, 10 minutes).

Garden House delivers proper group accommodation with space for everyone to gather or find quiet corners. Best for active groups who want comfort after days exploring the fells.

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Need To Know

✓Gas central heating with woodburning stove
✓Electric oven, gas hob, fridge, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, microwave, washer/dryer, tv with sky package, dvd, wi-fi
✓Fuel and power included in rent - except for logs which are available to purchase locally
✓Bed linen and towels included in rent
✓Off-road parking for three cars only
✓Patio with furniture and balcony
✓1 ev car charging point
✓Sorry, no pets and no smoking

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What Guests Love

What do previous guests think about their group stay at Garden House

Games Room Entertainment

The dedicated games room with pool table and TV gives groups their own entertainment space for evenings in together.

Parking for Three Cars

Off-road parking for three vehicles means no fighting for street spaces when travelling with multiple families or couples.

Walking Distance to Ambleside

Short stroll into Ambleside centre puts shops, restaurants and pubs within easy reach without needing to drive anywhere.

Five Bedrooms for Flexibility

Mix of king-size, twin and single rooms with four bathrooms means groups can spread out comfortably without queuing.

Woodburning Stove Atmosphere

The sitting room's woodburning stove creates a cosy gathering point after long days walking in the fells.

Modern Kitchen Facilities

Well-equipped kitchen with oak units and breakfast bar makes group catering straightforward with space for everyone to help.

Getting To Garden House

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Garden House by car, take the A591 towards Ambleside. The property sits in a residential area between Ambleside and Waterhead. You'll find convenient off-road parking for three cars upon arrival.

By Train

For those travelling by rail, the nearest station is Windermere, approximately 4 miles away. From there, take a taxi or local bus service to reach the property in Ambleside.

Off-road parking for three cars

Windermere station (4 miles)

Easily accessible from the A591

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Stuff for larger groups and families to try!

The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction

Distance: 4 miles

LA23 3BX

Wray Castle

Distance: 5 miles

LA22 0JA

Stock Ghyll Force Waterfall

Distance: 0.5 miles

LA22 9LU

Loughrigg Fell

Distance: 2 miles

LA22 9NG

Waterhead Promenade

Distance: 1 mile

LA22 0EP

Rydal Water

Distance: 2 miles

LA22 9LX

Ambleside Town Centre

Distance: 0.3 miles

LA22 9BT

Booths Supermarket Windermere

Distance: 4 miles

LA23 1BA

Co-op Food Ambleside

Distance: 0.4 miles

LA22 9BU

Waterhead Pier

Distance: 1 mile

LA22 0EP

Ambleside Bus Station

Distance: 0.4 miles

LA22 9BS

Windermere Lake Cruises

Distance: 1 mile

LA22 0EP

The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction

Distance: 4 miles

LA23 3BX

Wray Castle

Distance: 5 miles

LA22 0JA

Stock Ghyll Force Waterfall

Distance: 0.5 miles

LA22 9LU

Loughrigg Fell

Distance: 2 miles

LA22 9NG

Waterhead Promenade

Distance: 1 mile

LA22 0EP

Rydal Water

Distance: 2 miles

LA22 9LX

Ambleside Town Centre

Distance: 0.3 miles

LA22 9BT

Booths Supermarket Windermere

Distance: 4 miles

LA23 1BA

Co-op Food Ambleside

Distance: 0.4 miles

LA22 9BU

Waterhead Pier

Distance: 1 mile

LA22 0EP

Ambleside Bus Station

Distance: 0.4 miles

LA22 9BS

Windermere Lake Cruises

Distance: 1 mile

LA22 0EP

Is Garden House Right For Your Group

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

For Families

The games room with pool table keeps older children entertained during downtime. Stock Ghyll Force waterfall is within walking distance for an easy family outing. The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction sits just 10 minutes away by car. Windermere Lake Cruises from Waterhead offers boat trips that children enjoy. The property has a highchair available and the patio provides outdoor space for playing.

Groups Will Love...

The dedicated games room transforms group evenings with its full-size pool table and separate TV. This space sits away from the main living areas so some guests can play whilst others relax. The room provides proper entertainment without everyone needing to leave the property. Perfect for competitive families or friends who want their own activity zone after days exploring the Lake District fells and lakes.

Pet Friendly

Garden House does not accept pets. The property operates a strict no-pets policy so you cannot bring dogs or other animals. If you're travelling with pets you'll need to find alternative accommodation in the Ambleside area. Many other Lake District properties do welcome animals so it's worth searching specifically for pet-friendly options if this is essential for your group's holiday plans.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Garden House

The Priest Hole

Located 0.3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA22 9BU

Zeffirellis Restaurant

Located 0.4 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA22 9BZ

The Apple Pie Café

Located 0.3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA22 9BU

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Garden House

How many people does Garden House sleep?

Garden House sleeps up to nine guests across five bedrooms. The layout includes two king-size rooms, two twin rooms, one single room and four bathrooms throughout the property.

Is Garden House pet friendly?

No, Garden House does not accept pets. You'll need to make alternative arrangements for your animals if you're planning to stay here.

What parking is available at the property?

The property provides off-road parking for three cars. This makes it practical for groups travelling in multiple vehicles or larger families arriving separately.

Does Garden House have a games room?

Yes, there's a dedicated games room with a pool table and TV. This gives groups extra entertainment space separate from the main living areas for evening activities.

What cooking facilities are in the kitchen?

The kitchen features oak units, a breakfast bar, electric oven, gas hob, dishwasher, microwave and washing machine. There's a dining table with chairs plus the breakfast bar for informal meals.

How far is Garden House from Ambleside centre?

The property is a short walk from Ambleside centre. You can easily reach the town's shops, restaurants, cafés and pubs on foot without needing your car.

Are there ground floor bedrooms at Garden House?

Yes, there is one ground floor bedroom. However, the property does have several steps up to the front door and stairs between levels throughout the house.

What heating does the property have?

Garden House has gas central heating throughout. The sitting room also features a woodburning stove for additional warmth and atmosphere during cooler evenings.

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Bowness-on-Windermere

Garden House Reviews

Comfy, spacious, well equipped added to the success of a gathering of family members to celebrate an event.

Alison

Wow what a great place, its a lot bigger than the pictures make out. Great location too. My son even tried to book it again while we were there. Only thing I would say is we had no logs to do the fire, we had to go and get some.

This was my second stay at Garden house, it is situated near the centre of Ambleside, fantastic views over the Lake District hills. The accommodation is spacious and very comfortable. Close to all amenities. The kitchen is really well equipped. The family all enjoyed their stay including the younger ones as the pool table kept them occupied and the size of the house meant that all those who stayed had plenty of room to either quietly read or play with the kids. Would fully recommend it for a family or friends catch up together. Thank you

Our mixed group once again enjoyed the flexibility this house has to offer. We were disappointed to find the EV charger was still not working for one of our group a year after flagging it up last year. We would suggest that the house information book be updated, as the phone number listed to report a problem is only for bookings, and there are no instructions for the EV charger. All that said, we have booked again for another year.

The property was perfect lots of room for a large family they have thought of everything would definitely stay again everything a stones throw away it's a beautiful house a great time had by all . Well worth the money we paid to stay for the week

Sheila

I am 85 years old and have been to the Garden house four or five times. It is kept in great decorative order and I cannot fault the cleanliness but I do miss a hand rail up the staircases in the house as I am not very good at climbing stairs and cannot do this without one of the family being with me. Perhaps you could give me your thoughts on this. Sheila Muff

Amazing location beautiful views. Modern and homely decor . Suitable for families or group of friends .

Excellent stay accommodating our mixed group. Well equipped kitchen, only drawback was kitchen table only seated eight. Livingroom easily big enough for us all. Comfortable beds and the house was nice and warm. Unfortunately the EV charger wasn't working for one of our group and we couldn't find any instructions for it. They were able to find a charging unit in a local car park. We would certainly return as the house suited all our needs and was well located for restaurants, and great walks from the house.

Elaine

Absolutely delighted with Garden House. ...photos do not do it justice. Everything was top notch and high spec....the whole family had the best stay...great location too...can't wait to return.

Ian Robert

Always enjoy our visits to this property. Well appointed. All facilities work and any issues which have arisen have been swiftly dealt with. Thank you.

Beautiful house. Fantastic weekend with the family. Thank you. Tried to book again but fully booked and not surprising.

Richard

Garden House was a brilliant place to stay spacious, well equipped and with beautiful views. We enjoyed the pool table too! Thank you we thoroughly enjoyed our holiday.

Darren

Great house thanks. Very convenient for Ambleside and the lake. Tried a few local pubs, there are many. Didn't really use the games room. A coffee machine would be nice EG Nespresso We were cycling and there isn't anywhere to store bikes so we loaded in our van each night. Not a complaint as such just a note to other cyclists.

Lovely house in a great position. Great view from the main room. Wellstocked. Small points we never really got the heating to work properly in the bedroom area off the games room. The garden is not really appropriate for small children as it is not enclosed and all steps. Nice place for a bbq though!

We have been visiting this property for many years & had a very enjoyable holiday.

We had a lovely stay at Garden House over New Year. Great views from the balcony of the NYE fireworks. Rubbish had piled up outside but we phoned and this was sorted same day. We only used one bedroom as only two of us, very comfortable and lovely bathrooms. The playroom and downstairs bedroom were very cold but as not used wasnt a problem for us. So close to centre but also very quiet. Saw the deer in the front garden. Will definitely return and recommend to others

Barbara

Garden House was warm clean and comfortable. Kitchen was well equipped. Might be an idea to get rid of mat in kitchen as end had turned up and three of us tripped on it. First bedroom on left coming down stairs double twin room not enough hooks on curtain looks a bit scruffy. Bathrooms and showers excellent. We loved it.

Sharon

The best house to rent in Ambleside for 2 families. We thought the bathroom updates were great and always find it a comfortable homely space. Already booked for next year

First class holiday accommodation in a great location. We really couldn't have wished for anything more.

Everything was good although found a couple of high cobwebs I would ... Everything was good although found a couple of high cobwebs I would definitely recommend one confusion bins collected on Thursday but told to put bins out on Tuesday a brilliant holiday and would use again

This is our second visit to Garden House. Yet again we had a lovely holiday with our extended family. Plenty of room for two families. Everything we could possibly need for our stay. Good well equipped kitchen. Beautiful evenings spent sat on the balcony with a glass of wine enjoying the views. Looking forward to returning next year

Lovely property, fabulous for our requirements. Brilliant to have some outside space. Inside all lovely.

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Garden House, Ambleside

About Garden House

Need To Know

More Group Cottages You May Like

What Guests Love

Games Room Entertainment

Parking for Three Cars

Walking Distance to Ambleside

Five Bedrooms for Flexibility

Woodburning Stove Atmosphere

Modern Kitchen Facilities

Getting To Garden House

By Car

By Train

Group Attractions & More Nearby

Is Garden House Right For Your Group

For Families

Groups Will Love...

Pet Friendly

Dining & Cafes

The Priest Hole

Zeffirellis Restaurant

The Apple Pie Café

Frequently Asked Questions

Location Name

Popular Stays Near This Cottage

Garden House Reviews