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3 Rooms
7 (peak)
3 (off peak)
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1 Dog
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Stairs
Silver How is a picture-perfect Cumbrian cottage in one of the prettiest towns in the Lake District National Park. The 18th-Century stone cottage is on a quiet residential street in the old part of Ambleside, less than 200 metres from the centre of town and within a short stroll of shops, cafes, and friendly pubs like the Golden Rule. The three-bedroom cottage sleeps up to five adults (or four adults and two children) and is popular with families and couples. Silver How has a private parking area which is situated just a two minute walk from the cottage - a real bonus in the old part of the town where parking is limited.
Ambleside is on the shores of Windermere in the heart of the Lake District, and visitors have easy access to spectacular walks and memorable bike rides from the door. Start your visit with a ferry trip, buying your ticket from the terminal at Waterhead Pier in the same way that holidaymakers have done since 1845. Regular services run to Bowness and Wray Castle, although you may prefer the self-guided option of hiring a motor or rowing boat.
Staying in Ambleside means you're close to one of the most frequently photographed sites in the entire Lake District. Stock Ghyll Force is about half a mile or a 10-minute walk from the cottage. Its 70ft-drop is impressive at any time of the year, but especially after its been raining. It is easy to believe that the force of the water powered up to a dozen local mills. While you're there, stop by Bridge House in Stock Ghyll Beck and take a photo of the 17th-Century cottage now in the expert hands of the National Trust.
In addition to sailing on Windermere, day trips can include walking or cycling to places such as Loughrigg Fell, Wansfell, Scandale and Fairfield. It's also possible to walk or cycle to Rydal Water and Grasmere. Local attractions include the Armitt Museum's specialist collection of rare books and manuscripts, including some original works from Beatrix Potter. The Romans also loved the Lake District, and there are ruins of a fort nearby at Galava, with finds from the site on show at Kendal Museum.
The location of Ambleside, and the comfortable accommodation of Silver How cottage, really are the perfect choice for visitors to be able to experience some of the best parts of the Lake District.
Owner details:
Anne Butcher joined Independent Cottages in November 2020
Accommodation Comprises:
Silver How is a period cottage with accommodation over three levels.
Downstairs:
Upstairs:
Outside: There is a small courtyard garden with a table and chairs at the rear of the cottage. The cottage has a private parking area located a 2-minute walk from the cottage - a real bonus in the old part of the town where parking is very limited.
Additional Information: Utilities, sheets, and WiFi are all included, as is coal for the fireplace. Guests to provide towels. One well-behaved dog is welcome through prior arrangement and for a small surcharge. Short breaks are possible depending on availability. Smoking is not permitted.
(Please note …….shorter breaks are possible during the peak weeks by negotiation with the owner.)
| Season | Weekly Rate | Short Breaks |
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Sat, 7th Sep 2024 - Fri, 27th Sep 2024 Changeover: Saturday, Min Nights: 7 |
7 Nights |
Short breaks |
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Sat, 28th Sep 2024 - Fri, 18th Oct 2024 Changeover: Any Day, Min Nights: 3 Short break prices:
3 nights: £450 | 4 nights: £600 | 5 nights: £750 | 6 nights: £750 |
7 Nights |
3 Nights |
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Sat, 19th Oct 2024 - Fri, 1st Nov 2024 Changeover: Saturday, Min Nights: 7 |
7 Nights |
Short breaks |
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Sat, 2nd Nov 2024 - Fri, 20th Dec 2024 Changeover: Any Day, Min Nights: 3 Short break prices:
3 nights: £300 - £450 | 4 nights: £400 - £550 | 5 nights: £550 | 6 nights: £550 |
7 Nights |
3 Nights |
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Sat, 21st Dec 2024 - Fri, 10th Jan 2025 Changeover: Saturday, Min Nights: 7 |
7 Nights |
Short breaks |
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Sat, 11th Jan 2025 - Fri, 14th Feb 2025 Changeover: Any Day, Min Nights: 3 Short break prices:
3 nights: £300 - £450 | 4 nights: £400 - £550 | 5 nights: £550 - £600 | 6 nights: £600 |
7 Nights |
3 Nights |
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Sat, 15th Feb 2025 - Fri, 21st Feb 2025 Changeover: Saturday, Min Nights: 7 |
7 Nights |
Short breaks |
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Please note that I am flexible about the number of nights booked….even when it says 7 nights minimum. Just ask.
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