Buttonhole Cottage | Ambleside | The Lake District And Cumbria

4.4★

2 Guests
1 Bedroom
1 Bathroom
Pets Yes
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Features

Open fire
Garden / Patio
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

40 Customer Review(s)

David
October 2024

“The cottage was beautiful with a working log burner very cosy!”

a very comfortable bed with a gorgeous large bathroom and roll top bath! Kitchen had everything you needed, there was even a small outside space ideal for the dog, just as a side note we were left milk in the fridge, a bottle of procesco and chocolates on the table which was a really lovely touch.

a very comfortable bed with a gorgeous large bathroom and roll top bath! Kitchen had everything you needed, there was even a small outside space ideal for the dog, just as a side note we were left milk in the fridge, a bottle of procesco and chocolates on the table which was a really lovely touch.

- David, October 2024
Robert September 2024

“Just a few suggestions.”

A handrail fitted to the righthand wall of the lower stair would have made going up and down easier for me as my mobility is not great. A non slip mat in the shower floor would also help a great deal. These are simple things which could make a difference

- Robert, September 2024

thank you for your suggestions. grab rails and a shower mat have been included. Property Owner
Jeanette August 2024

“The cottage had awful smell which we suspected as dog urine on the rug.”

We also found something brown and squashed underneath another rug and dread to think what that was The oven and microwave were filthy with dried on food lots of dust and dirty kitchen roll underneath the cutlery tray. We wouldnt have stayed if we hadn't been in such a beautiful area which meant we didnt spend much time in the cottage. I did inform the owner who said they would check the property out

- Jeanette, August 2024

thank you for your feedback. we no longer keep a rug in the living room as previous guests have unfortunately let their pets urinate in the cottage. your other issues have also been rectified. thank you Property Owner
Anne June 2024

“I was pleased with my first impression of the cottage, the ground floor was clean and looked comfortable and we did appreciate the milk and little chocolate snacks that were left for us.”

I did notice that the steps up to the upper floor were quite high and was disappointed that there was no banister or rail to hold on to which resulted in me falling down the stairs.The small grab rail towards the top of the stairs was no use halfway up. I was very disappointed when I went into the bedroom and saw the height of the bed leaving no option but to stand on a stool to get into the bed. I did appreciate the low lights on the stairs and in the hall. There is a lovely large bathroom with a lovely shower unit in it unfortunately the controls were almost at ceiling height and outwith my reach leaving me unable to shower. I am very disappointed that there was no indication of these safety hazards on the Skyes website. I would hope that no-one else would have to go through everything we did.

- Anne, June 2024
Richard May 2024

“Fantastic location, within easy walking distance into Ambleside.”

Wouldn't hesitate to book again and recommend to family and friends.

- Richard, May 2024
Anna May 2024

“Thank you for a lovely stay at Buttonhole Cottage.”

The chocolate, flowers and dog treats were a particularly lovely touch! Security-wise, I would have liked a way to lock the front door from the inside, since I was a woman travelling alone and didn't feel completely safe with just the keypad. Otherwise, we had a lovely week and would definitely come again.

- Anna, May 2024
John March 2024

“Lovely cottage ideal for 2 people and a dog.”

Nice touches of treats left for the dog and ourselves. Very handy for the town. The only issue was the parking as we struggled to park near the cottage. The mattress was extremely hard but that is personal taste.

- John, March 2024
Emma November 2023

“As regular stayers at Buttonhole, we were disappointed with our November 2023 stay.”

The cottage was not to the clean standard expected - floors not swept or vacced, kitchen surfaces with crumbs and tea stains, crumbs stains and old paper towels in fridge and kitchen drawers, all surfaces covered in dust, ash left in fire from previous guests, lots of pet hair around the property including in the bed (our allergies are usually manageable with antihistamines but these weren't helping because there was so much build up of pet hair sticking to our clothes and on sofa etc), cobwebs with flies in them, poor plants in bathroom not watered and dying, used up reed diffusers still in place, shower needs some TLC. The lounge sofa is a sofa bed so not designed for comfort at all - most nights we opted to go to the bedroom instead so we could stretch legs out. The rug has been removed from the lounge making feet on the floor very cold! Even with the heater and fire on, the lounge struggled to get warm due to the continuous draughts coming from front and back doors. Perhaps a heavy curtain on the back door will help? Listing needs updating - no Alexa and no Netflix account signed in on TV. Due to the cleanliness issues, we did decide to end our holiday two nights early unfortunately. Such a shame because we used to love this cottage so much and coming to stay... but sad to say, we wont be returning again unless cleaning is improved drastically :(

- Emma, November 2023
Jayne October 2023

“A very cosy and comfortable cottage.”

- Jayne, October 2023
Lucy August 2023

“This is our third stay at the cottage and we would return.”

It's a great base, central but quiet. A couple bits of feedback though, the sofa is incredibly uncomfortable, not what you want after a long day on the hills! And there is not a great deal of space to dry clothes after a wet walk as only two small hooks by the door. An airer would be really useful to hang up our clothes in the bathroom where there is some floor space and heating. Other than those things the cottage had everything we needed for an enjoyable holiday.

- Lucy, August 2023
William August 2023

“Charming cottage, clean and well situated for either the pier or the town centre.”

However, parking is very tight. Walking from the pier or town back to the cottage however is very steep so you need to be reasonably fit. I would suggest that the settee needs replacing as has lost its firmness and now quite uncomfortable; I found it difficult to stand from a sitting position. The outside space at the back could do with a bit of tlc, replacing the dead plants and maintaining the seating area by keeping it clean and dry. I think the stairs may struggle to pass building regs now as quite steep with no handrail. However, comfortable bed; nice big stand alone bath with complimentary choices of Radox; big shower. Some nice touches; complimentary chocolates, beers, orange juice, milk and dog biscuits. Everything you need such as pots and pans, oven trays, ironing board, hairdryer.

- William, August 2023
Karen July 2023

“Lovely cottage.”

Had everything you needed and a very nice selection of welcome treats on arrival. The bed was very comfortable. We really enjoyed our stay here.

- Karen, July 2023
Sally July 2023

“I really enjoyed my stay here.”

The cottage is cosy, nicely decorated and well equipped. It's slightly out of Ambleside centre which I appreciated as it was quiet, but it is up a small hill so just something to be aware of! The bed was comfortable. The bath tub does take a while to fill, but is lovely and deep for a nice soak after long walks. The water pressure in the shower isn't that strong. The kitchen had everything I needed (plenty of pans, good knives, grater etc) to cook. Minor note if you are a coffee drinker - there's only a one cup cafetiere/french press. You can do some great walks from here - over to Grasmere, around Windermere and along to Troutbeck. Overall I would recommend this cottage and would definitely stay here again.

- Sally, July 2023
David June 2023

“Lounge furniture very uncomfortable.”

Garden furniture unusable due to being very dirty and very wet. Shower very slow to drain away. Sealant and door seals dirty and mouldy. Only 1 Bath towel and 1 hand towel per guest for a full weeks stay. So disappointed we left earlier than planned.

- David, June 2023

Thank you for your comments. We apologise for the issues that you experienced with the cleanliness of the property. We do find that sofas are down to personal preferences. We take your comments on board and will let the relevant teams know. The Lakelovers Owner Relations Team Property Owner
John May 2023

“Cosy, comfy makes you feel relaxed.”

Nice touches in the cottages. Close to town centre. Just what you need to wind down.

- John, May 2023
John April 2023

“Nice little cottage, ideally located just outside of the village.”

Nice extras on arrival…like wine, chocolates etc. Parking was a little difficult outside the cottage.

- John, April 2023

Thank you for your kind comments. We are so pleased to read that you had a lovely stay. We hope to welcome you back. Property Owner
Caroline January 2023

“Lovely Cottage, well equipped .”

Nice extra touches too, wine biscuits etc.. Very comfortable bed, large bathroom. Nice quiet area. Make sure you take logs for the log burner. A little drafty from the front door though, just needs the gap down the left side looking at.. but overall a very pleasant stay.

- Caroline, January 2023
Susie November 2022

“Absolutely beautiful cottage every needed for a wonderful holiday!”

Will book again soon

- Susie, November 2022
Paul October 2022

“Wonderful cosy cottage, our favourite in Ambleside so far.”

We'd definitely book this again. Loved all the welcoming treats, particularly the dog friendly ones!

- Paul, October 2022
Nicholas September 2022

“Lovely little cottage, exactly what we wanted.”

Great bedroom and bathroom. Downstairs small but cosy, only downside is the bed is a bit uncomfortable, the kitchen cupboards need a good clean and the garden needs cutting back from above the back wall. The cottage is in a great spot, close to town and within in reach of all other areas. We loved it and had a great time and would go back when we can

- Nicholas, September 2022
Lesley August 2022

“A lovely little cottage in a great location out of the centre of Ambleside, but close enough to walk to.”

The cottage was ideal for me and my dog

- Lesley, August 2022
Janine August 2022

“This was a booking to visit the lakes while our son swam the length of Windermere in the One Way Swim competition.”

Have to say we are proud parents as he won the whole thing, unexpectedly! The cottage was fine for our needs, albeit rather small and dark downstairs. There was a musty odour throughout which wasn't pleasant at all and we couldn't pinpoint it. The bedroom was lovely, bed comfy, bathroom good although I love a long hot bath soak and I didn't see the tiny notice that said the boiler needed priming half an hour before, so I ended up with a lukewarm bath, which wasn't ideal after the miles of walking we had done that day. The location was perfect and it was fab to be able to walk into Ambleside and take the dog for walks locally, although it was almost too hot one day to walk at all. The little extras and treats were very welcome, thank you. We couldn't park outside the first day as someone had inconsiderately parked lengthways against the advice and left no room, but we found somewhere not too far away, off road. The second and third day we could park outside. Cute little courtyard area and we saw birds of prey above which was fab. Lots of info left for the local area too. Just a bit pricey for what it was (as so tiny) at £600 for 3 nights, but then it was August in the Lakes!

- Janine, August 2022

Thank you for your feedback. The issues you have raised will be looked into. Thank you for staying at buttonhole cottage. Property Owner
Paul July 2022

“Great little cottage, good Location.”

Personal touches, dog welcome pack, beers, mint cake, fresh flowers etc made a great welcome. Would recommend to anyone.

- Paul, July 2022
Anne July 2022

“Lovely cottage, conveniently but peacefully located 5 minutes walk away from Ambleside centre.”

Thoughtfully fitted out and wonderful welcome pack. The photos don't fully do it justice.

- Anne, July 2022
Bryan July 2022

“Wonderful cottage great location and the welcome packs were exceptionally good.”

Highly recommend.

- Bryan, July 2022

Thanks very much for staying at Buttonhole cottage. Glad you had a great time! Property Owner
Stephanie May 2022

“Great place to stay.”

Pretty little private garden, with good facilities in the house. Comfortable bed and lovely bath, perfect after walking. Thanks for the little supplies that made it so we could have a brew and biscuit once settled in.

- Stephanie, May 2022

Thank you so much for your lovely words. Really appreciated. Hope you come again soon! Property Owner
Andrew April 2022

“A lovely property in a great location.”

Exactly what we wanted and more. Beautifully dressed for our arrival with welcome extra touches. Would thoroughly recommend

- Andrew, April 2022

Thank you for your lovely review. We are so glad you enjoyed your stay at buttonhole cottage. Property Owner
Paula April 2022

“Beautiful cottage in an excellent location.”

The only problem is that a spring appears to be broken on the left side of the bed. This led to a very uncomfortable 3 nights sleep for one of us. Apart from that, we had a wonderful time.

- Paula, April 2022

Thanks so much for your feedback. Apologies for the mattress. We have ordered a new premium mattress which is on its way. We do hope you will stay with us again soon! Property Owner
Dan March 2022

“Had a lovely stay - just marred at the end due to another cottage two doors down that parked their two HUGE cars (a BMW X5 and VW Transporter no less) right opposite on the fence side.”

This essentially meant Buttonhole and the one next door had lost their parking space. As they were sat out, I asked the owner to possibly moved and they literally just ignored me - if you are also the owner of 2 Busk Cottages it might be an idea to clarify where their parking is(?). Other than that the cottage and location was fantastic though.

- Dan, March 2022
Nigel December 2021

“Comfortable and well equipped cottage 5minutes from centre of Ambleside.”

- Nigel, December 2021
Simon November 2021

“Lovely Cosycottage with many extras.”

In a beautiful location in Ambleside

- Simon, November 2021
Gillian October 2021

“The bed was uncomfortable.”

After a day of walking and cycling it was so needed to recover. Otherwise an excellent cottage with many additional gifts which made it special.

- Gillian, October 2021
Paula September 2021

“We had an amazing holiday at button hole cottage.”

It was a fabulous place to stay and all of the little extras were appreciated and used! We regularly stay in the Lake District but for a cottage this was by far our favourite accommodation to date. The owners really have thought of everything and the use of space in this small cottage was excellent. Would recommend to anyone

- Paula, September 2021
Lucy September 2021

“We had a great stay at Buttonhole Cottage.”

Its well situated within Ambleside and its a great base for walks into town and the fells beyond. The cottage has everything you need for a comfortable stay, however the only negative feedback was the mattress topper was too soft in the middle, making it difficult to turn over in the night! We would stay again at Buttonhole, just hopefully with a comfier bed next time!

- Lucy, September 2021
Simon August 2021

“We both found the bed to be uncomfortable.”

It appears to drop from the centre, either way. The duvet is 15 tog and a little warm for the time of year. This is our only issue because other than that everything else was spot on, with everything else of high specification. This means the cottage feels homely and somewhere you can spend evenings in comfort after long days on the fells. Good spot, minutes away from key amenities, yet distant enough to be peaceful. We would definitely consider staying at Buttonhole Cottage again; sometime soon, hopefully.

- Simon, August 2021
Paul July 2021

“The only issue we had was with parking there is not enough parking spaces to ...”

The only issue we had was with parking there is not enough parking spaces to allways be able to park your car outside the cottage, as it id positioned on a very narrow lane, an on a few occassions had to scour the nearby streets to find an alternative space, apart from that everything was great

- Paul, July 2021
Stefan July 2021

“Absolutely charming little cottage full of character and nice little decorative touches.”

Comfortable, all the key amenities, well situated near the centre of Ambleside a 5 min walk away. Would stay again!

- Stefan, July 2021
Pam June 2021

“Beautiful and well equipped cottage that we’ve now stayed in 3 times.”

Spotless with little added touches to make it feel like home

- Pam, June 2021
Hazel May 2021

“Lovely cottage to stay in, great location and well equipped and very comfortable especially the bed.”

Only downside there was never enough hot water to fill the bath.

- Hazel, May 2021
Tim May 2021

“Great little property.”

Great location. We had an issue with the bed but the owner was super helpful about fixing it, and even dropped round a box of chocolates and a bottle of wine.

- Tim, May 2021

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Summary

One bedroom: 1 x king with smart TV
Bathroom with bath, shower, basin and WC
Kitchen with dining area, sitting room with wood burning stove.
Electric storage heating, wood burning stove
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washer/dryer, TV with Netflix, DVD, CD, Alexa, Wi-Fi
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
On lane parking
Gravelled patio with pizza oven and furniture
no smoking
Shop and pub 10 minute’s walk.

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The property

Every corner of this romantic cottage is as pretty as a picture; delicately refurbished with leather furnishings and French-style painted furniture, but retaining the irreplaceable charm of old exposed beams and traditional feature fireplace.

Buttonhole Cottage is a perfect retreat for couples; cosy up by the woodburning stove after an exhilarating day on the fells, dine-in in style or by candle light in the delightful patio area. Fall in love with the delightful cottage bedroom and pamper yourselves in the decadent bathroom.

Only 3 minutes from the vibrant centre of Ambleside, Buttonhole Cottage is well-placed for any special occasion.

Treat yourselves to a meal at the acclaimed Glass House restaurant, or take a romantic evening cruise from Waterhead Pier.

You won't want to leave! == Accommodation in detail Entrance directly into the mood-lit lounge, with character beams, wooden floor, Milano leather furniture and woodburning stove.

A couple of steps lead to the cottage kitchen and dining area, with Heritage French cream dining furniture and access to the candle-lit enclosed yard.

Upstairs to the gorgeous cottage bedroom, with French-style king size bed, smart TV and views to the Lakeland Fells.

Separate walk-in wardrobe.

Stylish bathroom with luxurious roll top bath and separate shower cubicle.

Outside is a rear gravelled patio with a fantastic pizza over and garden furniture.

An ideal place to sit and read a book or enjoy a glass of wine with your homemade pizza Location Ambleside is a perfect location for a romantic cottage holiday in the Lake District.

Amidst breathtaking scenery and on the shores of Lake Windermere, the vibrant village centre is a foodies delight - there are numerous cafes, high quality delicatessens and a selection of acclaimed Lake District restaurants for that special occasion.

Not to mention the cosy traditional Lakeland pubs and lively bars!

You'll also find a superb cinema, pizzeria and live jazz bar, Zeffirellis. Stroll a few minutes to the shore of Lake Windermere at Waterhead Pier, and you can catch a Windermere steamer to Bowness or Lakeside - two other popular Lake District self-catering destinations. Ambleside provides easy access to many other must-see areas of the Lake District.

For example, follow the A591 road north past tranquil Rydal Water and you'll reach historic Grasmere; this magical village is surrounded by the landscapes that inspired the poet William Wordsworth.

Follow the A593 only a short distance to the Langdale Valley (one of the most popular locations for photography in the Lake Ditsrict) then on to picturesque Coniston.

For a romantic Sunday drive, head to the Kirkstone Pass road which leads between Windermere and Ullswater.

The scenery is unforgettable, and the Queen's Head provides an indulgent Sunday lunch en-route.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £200.

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About the location

AMBLESIDE

Grasmere 4.4 miles; Windermere 4.7 miles; Keswick 16.7 miles.

Lying at the northern tip of Lake Windermere, England’s largest lake, Ambleside makes a superb base for touring the central Lakes, with Grasmere and the Langdale Valley just a short drive away. There is plenty to do here - cruises, boat trips and watersports on Lake Windermere itself and numerous shops, restaurants and pubs in the village to suit all tastes. On the lakeside at Waterhead, the parkland offers lovely views down the lake and a short stretch of beach, whilst a walk in the other direction, following Stock Ghyll through woodland, will bring you to the entrancing waterfall of Stock Ghyll Force. Along with the Lake and the great walking on offer, Ambleside is also famous for its annual rushbearing ceremony and the diminutive 17th century “Bridge House” - one of the most photographed buildings in the Lake District and now the National Trust Information Centre.

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“The cottage was beautiful with a working log burner very cosy!”

“Just a few suggestions.”

“The cottage had awful smell which we suspected as dog urine on the rug.”

“I was pleased with my first impression of the cottage, the ground floor was clean and looked comfortable and we did appreciate the milk and little chocolate snacks that were left for us.”

“Fantastic location, within easy walking distance into Ambleside.”

“Thank you for a lovely stay at Buttonhole Cottage.”

“Lovely cottage ideal for 2 people and a dog.”

“As regular stayers at Buttonhole, we were disappointed with our November 2023 stay.”

“A very cosy and comfortable cottage.”

“This is our third stay at the cottage and we would return.”

“Charming cottage, clean and well situated for either the pier or the town centre.”

“Lovely cottage.”

“I really enjoyed my stay here.”

“Lounge furniture very uncomfortable.”

“Cosy, comfy makes you feel relaxed.”

“Nice little cottage, ideally located just outside of the village.”

“Lovely Cottage, well equipped .”

“Absolutely beautiful cottage every needed for a wonderful holiday!”

“Wonderful cosy cottage, our favourite in Ambleside so far.”

“Lovely little cottage, exactly what we wanted.”

“A lovely little cottage in a great location out of the centre of Ambleside, but close enough to walk to.”

“This was a booking to visit the lakes while our son swam the length of Windermere in the One Way Swim competition.”

“Great little cottage, good Location.”

“Lovely cottage, conveniently but peacefully located 5 minutes walk away from Ambleside centre.”

“Wonderful cottage great location and the welcome packs were exceptionally good.”

“Great place to stay.”

“A lovely property in a great location.”

“Beautiful cottage in an excellent location.”

“Had a lovely stay - just marred at the end due to another cottage two doors down that parked their two HUGE cars (a BMW X5 and VW Transporter no less) right opposite on the fence side.”

“Comfortable and well equipped cottage 5minutes from centre of Ambleside.”

“Lovely Cosycottage with many extras.”

“The bed was uncomfortable.”

“We had an amazing holiday at button hole cottage.”

“We had a great stay at Buttonhole Cottage.”

“We both found the bed to be uncomfortable.”

“The only issue we had was with parking there is not enough parking spaces to ...”

“Absolutely charming little cottage full of character and nice little decorative touches.”

“Beautiful and well equipped cottage that we’ve now stayed in 3 times.”