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Courtyard Cottage

ambleside, cumbria & the lake district
  • 4 guests
  • 2 beds
  • 1 bathroom
  • Pet Friendly

Description

Courtyard Cottage is set at Clappersgate just on the outskirts of Ambleside, at the entrance to a delightful courtyard of character properties formerly the stables and grooms' cottages for The Croft and an ideal location from which to explore the Lake District. Cruises on Lake Windermere start within walking distance at Waterhead from where you can sail down England's largest lake to Bowness and Lakeside.

There are walks from the door to be enjoyed including the climb up Todd Crag from where you will be rewarded with some of the finest views around. Wansfell, Loughrigg and even Fairfield are to hand as are the low level walks 'under Loughrigg' to Rydal, or by country lanes to Skelwith Fold or Loughrigg Tarn.

Accommodation: Entrance from the rear south facing patio into the dining/kitchen and then up a step through an archway into the main living room. This spacious area has a feature cast iron log burning stove with the chimney pipe going right up to the top of the beamed double height room (TV, DVD, CD/radio, free wi-fi). The large window at one end adds to the feeling of space and light. Window, exposed roof timbers and gallery are a real feature. The double bedded room (5' bed) is through a small inner hall off the lounge and there is a modern bathroom with large shower, basin and wc.

Stairs from the sitting room lead to a galleried sleeping area which offers two single beds under the eaves - some restricted head room.

The cottage is comfortable with lots of personal touches to make you feel really at home including original water-colour paintings and prints by the artist owner. Fitted carpets.

Outside: The neat enclosed patio area offers a good degree of privacy and being south facing is ideal for outdoor eating - patio table and chairs provided. Visitors to the courtyard also have shared use of a pretty riverside garden alongside the river Brathay, which is accessed across the road. Private parking for two cars. Shops, pubs etc in Ambleside village, 1 mile.


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Everything you'll need

  • Wifi
  • Baby Friendly
  • Dishwasher
  • Garden / Patio
  • Open Fire

What guests are saying

4.6
Based on 87 reviews
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An excellent stay in a unique cottage.

Well situated and ideal for exploring the Lakes. Would love to return at any time of year. We didn't use the fire but would imagine it would add to the cosiness of the room.

J
JanOct 2026

This cottage was ideal for us and our dog.

The garden across the road was a bonus. The cottage had everything we needed, was clean, the bed was extremely comfortable and for us we felt very relaxed and at home here. Parking was a bonus to have, room for two cars. The cottage is only a fifteen minute walk into Ambleside and all its delights. It is near to some very good walks, the walk to Grassmere i can recommend, especially the pubs at the end of it ! The bus service in the area is very good, we used it a lot. In the week here we only used the car once. I would definitely recommend this cottage for using as a base to explore the Lakes.

I
IanOct 2026

Clean and comfortable accommodation with everything you need for self catering.

Having a dedicated parking space is an added bonus. Ideal for walking distance into Ambleside.

P
PhilippaAug 2026

Good to know

House Rules

  • Good housekeeping bond

    This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £200

  • Smoking

    Not permitted

  • Property notes

    Note: Logs for fire can be purchased locally.

Stay Information

  • Check-in / Check-out

    16:00 / 10:00

  • Property ref

    1043169

  • Parking

    Designated parking place

Guest & Pet Policy

  • Pets

    Allowed

  • Children

    Children and infants welcome

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