Holidays in the Lake District

The picturesque town of Ambleside is an ideal base for families looking to enjoy a holiday in a cosy and inviting Lake District lodge. Overlooking Windermere, we have a number of attractive lodges and log cabins in Ambleside which provide an excellent choice self-catering accommodation for couples, families and small groups of friends. Perfect for keen walkers and climbers, Ambleside is ideally situated for guests wanting to explore the heart of the Lake District, with Ullswater, Buttermere, Coniston Water and Derwentwater all within 20 miles. With Helvellyn, Fairfield Peak and Red Screes all nearby, this is a fantastic base for keen climbers and walkers, and there are also plenty of opportunities for water sports enthusiasts and nature lovers exploring this stunning part of the country.

Ambleside has a lovely choice of interesting shops, welcoming pubs and excellent restaurants as well as a cinema which doubles as a restaurant and jazz club. Nearby is the dramatic Stock Ghyll Force waterfall, and there are plenty of chances for water sports including kayaking, wakeboarding, sailing and fishing. During the summer, you can take a trip to Waterhead Pier by horse-drawn carriage. You can also take a boat trip to explore Windermere or head to the Lake District National Park Visitor Centre at Brockhole which offers a range of activities including archery, a tree-top trek and laser clay shooting. Other local attractions include the 17th-century Bridge House, Wray Castle, Stagshaw Gardens, the Armitt Museum and the remains of the Galava Roman Fort.