Many years ago, fast-flowing ice followed the valleys, steepened the sides and created deep basins in which lakes formed following the glacier recession. Now, wake in the ancient history of the Lake District to the sound of babbling rivers or lapping lake waves. Step from your doorstep into the landscape forged by ice and water.
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River and Lakeside Cottages in Ambleside | Rydal & Skelwith Bridge | Pullwood Bay
It’s an area of outstanding natural beauty and is replete with breathtaking scenery that takes your breath away. The inspiration for many writers, artists and poets over the years, it is a truly serene and mystical place where you can wander for hours without seeing another soul. One of the big draws to the area is its lakes and rivers, as such lakeside cottages are becoming increasingly popular, with city breaks and romantic getaways proving very popular.
Imagine being able to enjoy the stunning scenery from your own lakeside retreat? It is this dream that has inspired many couples to want to escape to their own lakeside cottage so they can spend quality time together.
With rivers being a vital part of Lake District life, charming riverside cottages have been in existence for centuries and, with their naturally relaxing atmosphere, they are still one of the very best ways to get away from it all.
Ambleside Rydal & Skelwith Bridge Pullwood Bay
With the Brathay and the Rothay flowing through the area around Ambleside into Windermere, we have a selection of riverside properties. The following are either on the riverside or have very easy access to rivers…
From
£505
Per week
Situated right on the banks of the River Rothay and a mere 5 minutes level walk from the village centre, Middlebeck is a superb bolthole for a couple at any...
1 bedroom Up to 2 guests Pet Friendly
Ambleside
From
£505
Per week
Overbeck makes for a superb bolthole for a couple, this stretch of the Rothay home to an abundance of wildlife; herons, ducks and even an otter.
1 bedroom Up to 2 guests
Ambleside
From
£790
Per week
Sitting right on the River Rothay, you can enjoy watching or listening to the river and abundant local wildlife through the garden
3 bedrooms Up to 6 guests Pet Friendly
Ambleside
From
£765
Per week
The perfect family retreat in a fantastic location. Sleeping a party of 8, with a view of the Bridge House in the heart of Ambleside.
4 bedrooms Up to 8 guests Pet Friendly
Ambleside
1 Cote Howe is a superb remote property nestled in the woods near Rydal Water. The cottages that follow are at Skelwith Bridge, on the banks of the River Brathay, near Chester by the River.
From
£660
Per week
Sitting close to the shores of Rydal Water 1 Cote Howe is the perfect base for your Lakeland self-catering holiday, any time of the year
3 bedrooms Up to 6 guests Pet Friendly
Ambleside, Rydal
From
£505
Per week
A superb retreat for two situated just a couple of miles from Ambleside in the hamlet of Skelwith Bridge overlooking the River Brathay.
1 bedroom Up to 2 guests Pet Friendly
Skelwith Bridge
From
£630
Per week
Picture postcard pretty, Craghill Cottage boasts a most enviable position directly on the banks of the River Brathay at Skelwith Bridge
2 bedrooms Up to 4 guests Pet Friendly
Skelwith Bridge
From
£715
Per week
Riverside House enjoys a stunning location right by the banks of the River Brathay at Skelwith Bridge, close to Chesters by the River.
3 bedrooms Up to 6 guests Pet Friendly
Skelwith Bridge
From
£590
Per week
On the banks of the River Brathay at Skelwith Bridge, just strides away from the famous Chesters by The River and the ever-popular Talbot Bar
2 bedrooms Up to 4 guests Pet Friendly
Skelwith Bridge
Located on the northwestern shores of majestic Lake Windermere and just two miles from the popular village of Ambleside sits the renowned Pullwood Bay.
Pullwood Bay enjoys half a mile of private lake frontage, perfect for enjoying a picnic at the water’s edge whilst taking in the glorious views of Windermere and her surrounding fell range. The private jetty is available for those wishing to launch a dinghy, canoe or kayak and the shallow bay is safe for taking a quick dip and perfect for those more adventurous wild swimmers amongst you.
Fully furnished to the highest specification and enjoying ‘some of the best views from any holiday property on Lake Windermere’.
Built in the 19thC this charming detached boathouse has been beautifully renovated with all modern facilities and everything you need for your holiday
Traditional cottages retain many of their original features and are located at the entrance to the estate, a level half a mile stroll from the lake shore
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Want to really escape to the country? Carve out your own little piece of Lake District heaven in our most remote properties
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