Violet Cottage offers accommodations in Ambleside, 10 miles from Lake Windermere and 18 miles from Derwentwater. The property is around 22 miles from Askham Hall, 26 miles from Muncaster Castle, and 28 miles from Buttermere. Free Wifi is available throughout the property and World of Beatrix Potter is 5.4 miles away. The vacation home includes 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom with a shower, a seating area, and a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher. A TV is offered. The accommodation has a fireplace. Guests at Violet Cottage will be able to enjoy activities in and around Ambleside, like golfing, cycling, and fishing. Guests can relax in the garden at the property. Wasdale is 28 miles from the accommodation, while Grizedale Forest is 5.5 miles from the property. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 76 miles from Violet Cottage.

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Property highlights

Located in the top-rated area in Ambleside, this property has an excellent location score of 10.0!

FREE parking!


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1:
1 full bed
Bedroom 2:
1 full bed
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Guest reviews

Categories:

Staff
9.2
Facilities
9.4
Cleanliness
10
Comfort
10
Value for money
9.7
Location
10
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  • Samantha
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Just a five minute walk from the centre of Ambleside, up a short hill is Violet cottage. A quintessential and characterful period cottage. Parking for one small car outside. Clean, comfy and recently refurbished. Well equipped kitchen. A home...
  • Phil
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Superbly fitted and great chararacter. Excellent location
  • Paula
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Beautifully decorated throughout with everything you could need for a great stay. Lovely location.

Managed by Sykes Holiday Cottages

Company review score: 9.1Based on 76,551 reviews from 21775 properties
21775 managed properties

Company info

Sykes Holiday Cottages is an independent holiday cottage rental agency, with the finest selection of holidays across the UK and Ireland. Whether it’s a family-friendly holiday, a pet-friendly holiday or an activity and adventure-filled holiday, find your ideal UK break with Sykes Holiday Cottages. Our sister brands include Abersoch Quality Homes, Best of Suffolk, Carbis Bay Holidays, Character Cottages, Coast and Country Cottages, Coast and Country Holidays, Cornish Cottage Holidays, Dream Cottages, Heart of the Lakes, Helpful Holidays, Hideaways, Hogans Irish Cottages, John Bray, Lakes Cottage Holidays, Lake District Lodge Holidays, Lakelovers, Manor Cottages, Menai Holidays, Northumbria Coast & Country, Welsh Coast and Country Cottages and Yorkshire Coastal Cottages, and our family extends as far as Bachcare in New Zealand.

Property info

The living areas in the property consist of a kitchen with electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge with ice box, washing machine, dining seating for three, and a sitting room with woodburning stove and a TV. The bedrooms consist of a double and a single, along with a bathroom. Outside, there is a rear garden patio, furniture, as well as roadside parking for one small car. Within 0.8 miles, you will find a shop and a pub, and please note that this is a non-smoking property. WiFi, fuel, power, bed linen and towels are all included in the price. Note: Alternative roadside parking available on a first-come-first-served basis on Fisherbeck Lane. Note: Fuel for wood-burning stove available to purchase locally. Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out by 10am. Pets are not permitted. Whisk your loved ones away to Violet Cottage. Please note: The property features steps down to the Kitchen and up onto the first floor. The main staircase is curved and features tapering style steps which may be suitable for those with limited mobility.

Neighborhood info

Lying at the northern extremity of Lake Windermere, England’s largest lake, Ambleside is a wonderful base for touring the central Lakes, with Grasmere and the Langdale Valley just a short drive away. Cruises, boat rides, and watersports may be enjoyed on Lake Windermere, and the hamlet itself features various stores, restaurants, and bars that cater to visitors of all tastes. On Waterhead's lakeside, the parkland provides beautiful views down the lake and a small beach, while a stroll in the opposite direction, along Stock Ghyll through the woods, leads to the captivating Stock Ghyll Force waterfall. 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.

Language Spoken

English

Area info

Amenities of Violet Cottage
Great facilities! Review score, 9.4

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free Wifi
Parking
Free public parking is available at a location nearby (reservation is not needed).
  • Street parking
Internet
Wifi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Kitchen
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
  • Electric kettle
  • Kitchen
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Shower
Living Area
  • Dining area
  • Sofa
  • Fireplace
  • Sitting area
Media & Technology
  • TV
Room Amenities
  • Heating
Outdoors
  • Garden
Activities
  • Cycling
  • Fishing
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
Miscellaneous
  • Smoke-free property
Safety & security
  • Carbon monoxide detector
Languages Spoken
  • English

House rules

Violet Cottage takes special requests – add in the next step!

Check-in

From 4:00 PM

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card at check-in

You need to let the property know what time you'll be arriving in advance.

Check-out

Until 10:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodations type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check what conditions apply to your preferred room.

Children & Beds

Child policies

Children of all ages are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

No cribs or extra beds are available.

No age restriction

There's no age requirement for check-in

Mastercard Visa Cash is not accepted Violet Cottage accepts these cards and reserves the right to temporarily hold an amount prior to arrival.


Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Parties

Parties/events are not allowed

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Guests are required to show a photo ID and credit card upon check-in. Please note that all Special Requests are subject to availability and additional charges may apply.

This property does not accommodate bachelor(ette) or similar parties.

FAQs about Violet Cottage

  • Violet Cottage offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Cycling
    • Fishing
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)

  • Yes, Violet Cottage is popular with guests booking family stays.

  • Check-in at Violet Cottage is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 10:00 AM.

  • The prices at Violet Cottage may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Violet Cottage is 1,500 feet from the center of Ambleside. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Violet Cottage can accommodate this group size:

    • 4 guests

    For more detailed info, check the accommodation option(s) breakdown on this page.

  • Violet Cottage has the following number of bedrooms:

    • 2 bedrooms

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