Skelwith Holiday Cottages

Enjoying a tranquil spot in the picturesque hamlet of Skelwith Fold, this pretty 17th-century Grade II-listed cottage makes a fantastic family retreat in the heart of the Lake District. Offering cosy, warm and characterful accommodation for four guests, this delightful, terraced property has been beautifully updated while retaining many traditional features including wooden beams, an impressive fireplace and warming wood burner. This tastefully decorated and elegantly furnished cottage makes a wonderful base for discovering Windermere, Grasmere and Rydal Water. Entering this adorable property, a step leads up into the warm and traditional lounge. With plenty of seating, a wood burner, TV and a handy book nook with rocking chair, the rustic feel of the lounge makes this a relaxing and peaceful space to unwind in. Exploring further, the pretty dining room is ideal for everyone to get together to enjoy a favourite family meal, which you can prepare in the spacious kitchen. Upstairs, there’s a handy bathroom and two peaceful bedrooms: a light and cosy twin room, and the double room with wood-panelled walls and far-reaching rural views. The cottage is just a mile from Skelwith Bridge, a small village near the Skelwith Force waterfall. The charming town of Ambleside (2.5 miles) has an array of independent shops, restaurants pubs and a couple of cinemas. The immense lake of Windermere is a great location for water sports, ferry trips and spectacular lakeside walks (3 miles). Bowness-on-Windermere (7.5 miles) is home to The World of Beatrix Potter, with other attractions including the Beatrix Potter Gallery in Hawskshead, Hill Top, Claife Heights and The Old Man of Coniston (all within 10.5 miles).

Greenbank House provides the blissful seclusion and the unbeatable surroundings of the Langdale Valley, with something for all the family to enjoy.

Beautiful, detached Lakeland residence at the entrance to the Langdale Valley with wonderful walking opportunities from the doorstep.

Old Farm Cottage in Ambleside, Cumbria sleeps four guests in two bedrooms.

Lovely wooden lodge with private outdoor space and covered decking area, with access to an adjacent leisure facility which includes a swimming pool.

An apartment situated in mature woodlands just 3 miles from Ambleside.

This sweet little residence is in a beautiful, wooded spot between the towns of Ambleside and Langdale (both 5 miles), within the Lake District National Park. It’s a ground-floor apartment with one double bedroom, making it a wonderful retreat for a solo traveller or couple. You’ll find a pub and a shop within 1 mile, along with easy access to local beauty spots, including Skelwith Force (2 miles). Step inside this welcoming apartment, which is decorated in a contemporary style with splashes of colour and sleek metal accents. The open-plan living space includes a lounge, kitchen and dining area, with French doors leading outside to the patio. When it’s time to retire for the night, head to the stylish and cosy double bedroom, which has pretty, printed curtains and a warm colour scheme; there’s a second set of French doors also opening directly onto a sheltered space on the patio. Outside, you can sit at the bistro table with a cuppa and a book. Between chapters, be sure to enjoy the views of a tranquil pond set against a backdrop of ancient trees – you may even spot the odd red squirrel leaping about. When it’s time to venture outside, adventure awaits in your stunning Lake District surroundings, with excellent hiking, climbing and cycling opportunities on tap. You can easily drive to popular spots like Stock Ghyll Force, Rydal Cave and the iconic Langdale Pikes, all within 6 miles. Explore the former home of poet William Wordsworth in Grasmere (8 miles) and lap up the grandeur of England’s largest lake at Windermere (9 miles), where you can take walks and boat rides in this stunning setting.

We love the cosy romantic feel of this wooden lodge which is set in a tranquil woodland location with deer and red squirrels often seen in the grounds, a real feeling of connection to nature.

We love the beautiful setting of this cosy log cabin, surrounded by nature with red squirrels abounding through the trees, and easy access to lots of popular Lake District attractions.

Stay in this quaint log cabin situated in a woodland area with patio area and seating. Close by you will find a vast choice of walking and cycling routes, and Windermere and Bowness a short drive.

Enjoy stunning views from the patio at this property, which lies in a beautiful location close to Ambleside and Lake Windermere, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts.

The Dove Cot is in a delightful setting near Clappersgate at the entrance to the Langdale Valley

Nestling between the villages of Coniston and Ambleside, this stunning cottage enjoys a fantastic setting overlooking the Great Langdale Valley and its spectacular mountain range.

Recently renovated lodge overlooking 18-acre woodland estate in an elevated position in the heart of the Lake District