Shepherds Cottage

- Ambleside, Lancashire, England

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Key Cottage Information

£591 - £1749 weekly price range

Sleeps 2 to 4 people in 2 bedrooms

1 bathroom(s)

Family-Friendly: Cot, High Chair available.

No Dogs Allowed

5 star rated

Accessibility information: sorry this property has no disabled accessible features.

Number of units of accommodation: 1

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Bookings and Availability (last updated: 04.12.2025 )

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The Holiday Home: About Shepherds Cottage

Shepherds Cottage: A Tranquil Lake District Retreat

Located in the heart of the Lake District, the charming Shepherds Cottage offers an inviting open-plan living space. This single-storey property features a kitchen equipped with an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, and dishwasher. The dining area seats four, and the sitting room provides a cosy atmosphere with an electric fire. Two double bedrooms and a shower room with a walk-in shower, basin, and WC complete the interior, ensuring comfort during your stay.

Relax and Unwind with Stunning Views

Outside Shepherds Cottage, guests can enjoy two patio spaces furnished with seating, perfect for al fresco dining. A barbecue and charcoal are provided, along with off-road parking for two cars. Relax in your private hot tub after exploring the Lake District's beautiful surroundings. Located on a working livestock farm, this smoke-free and pet-free property ensures a peaceful getaway.

Discover the Beauty of Hawkshead and Beyond

Shepherds Cottage is ideally situated just under a mile from the picturesque village of Hawkshead and six miles from Ambleside. With spectacular views over the fields to Esthwaite Water, this cottage is a favourite for couples and families alike. Experience the charming village of Hawkshead with its cobbled yards, whitewashed cottages, and intriguing shops and cafes. The nearby Grizedale Forest offers a tree-top adventure course and beautiful walking paths.

Explore Historical Hawkshead and Local Attractions

The village of Hawkshead, beloved by William Wordsworth and Beatrix Potter, retains its old-world charm with numerous inns, teashops, and the Beatrix Potter Gallery. Explore the historic Old Grammar School where Wordsworth studied. Just ten miles away, Newby Bridge offers attractions like the Aquarium of the Lakes and Windermere Lake Cruises. With its stunning scenery and attractions, the Lake District is perfect for a memorable holiday any time of year.

Single storey. Two double bedrooms. Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC. Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with electric fire

This owner/agency has featured on countrycottagesonline.com since 2000

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Amenities

Special Features

Entertainment Features

Free Wifi

Leisure Facilities

Indoor Hot Tub Access

Property Features

Kitchen & Dining

Microwave

Fridge/freezer

Type of cooker: Hob, Electric cooker

Bedrooms(s)

Bedroom 1

Bedroom 2

Bathroom(s)

Bath

Shower

Other facilities

Heating

Garden and Outdoors

Garden

Parking

Family-Friendly Features

Children welcome

Cot

High Chair

Pet-Friendly Facilities

Sorry no dogs

Renting and Booking Information

Accommodation Type: Family Cottages, luxury accommodation.

Design/Style of Property:

Luxury

Types of Bookings welcome:

Family holidays

Luxury travellers

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Types of Breaks available: Short breaks, Weekend break, Summer breaks, Easter breaks, Spring breaks, All year round.

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Setting and Local Information

Pub(s) nearby

Local Attractions near Ambleside

Top Tourist Attractions for Day Trips: Blackpool Pleasure Beach, Blackpool Tower Ballroom, Blackpool Zoo, Coral Island, Fairhaven Lake, Forest of Bowland National Landscape, Lancaster Canal, Lancaster Castle, Lytham Hall, Madame Tussauds Blackpool, Sea Life Blackpool, St. Anne's Beach, Trough of Bowland, Forest of Bowland National Landscape

Popular towns to visit near Ambleside:
Windermere: 4 miles away,
Ambleside: 5 miles away,
Broughton in Furness: 13 miles away,
Cartmel: 14 miles away,
Millom: 18 miles away

Activities & Experiences On Offer Nearby: cycling, fishing, sailing, walking

National Parks and National Landscapes: Forest of Bowland

Local Festivals and Events in Lancashire:

February - The World Snooker Players Championship, Chorley Comedy Festival
December - Blackpool New Year's Eve Celebration, Preston New Year's Eve Party

Property Location

Nearest Town/City: Ambleside, Cumbria, 5 miles away

Ambleside

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Pricing period	First night.	Last night	Weekly rate	Changeover day	Min Stay & Short Breaks Information
Pricing period	First night.	Last night	Weekly rate	Changeover day	Min Stay & Short Breaks Information
	05 Dec 25	12 Dec 25	£591.00	Monday	Please Contact Owner/Agency for more info.
	15 Dec 25	15 Dec 25	£705.00	Friday	" "
	19 Dec 25	26 Dec 25	£1,260.00	Monday	" "
	29 Dec 25	02 Jan 26	£1,206.00	Monday	" "
	05 Jan 26	05 Jan 26	£662.00	Friday	" "
	09 Jan 26	09 Jan 26	£642.00	Monday	" "
	12 Jan 26	12 Jan 26	£652.00	Friday	" "
	16 Jan 26	16 Jan 26	£638.00	Monday	" "
	19 Jan 26	26 Jan 26	£694.00	Friday	" "
	30 Jan 26	02 Feb 26	£678.00	Friday	" "
	06 Feb 26	06 Feb 26	£673.00	Monday	" "
	09 Feb 26	16 Feb 26	£826.00	Friday	" "
	20 Feb 26	20 Feb 26	£681.00	Monday	" "
	23 Feb 26	27 Feb 26	£688.00	Monday	" "
	02 Mar 26	06 Mar 26	£701.00	Monday	" "
	09 Mar 26	13 Mar 26	£721.00	Monday	" "
	16 Mar 26	20 Mar 26	£744.00	Monday	" "
	23 Mar 26	27 Mar 26	£974.00	Monday	" "
	30 Mar 26	06 Apr 26	£1,127.00	Friday	" "
	10 Apr 26	13 Apr 26	£883.00	Friday	" "
	17 Apr 26	20 Apr 26	£751.00	Friday	" "
	24 Apr 26	24 Apr 26	£730.00	Monday	" "
	27 Apr 26	01 May 26	£798.00	Monday	" "
	04 May 26	08 May 26	£804.00	Monday	" "
	11 May 26	15 May 26	£859.00	Monday	" "
	18 May 26	25 May 26	£1,153.00	Friday	" "
	29 May 26	29 May 26	£843.00	Monday	" "
	01 Jun 26	05 Jun 26	£851.00	Monday	" "
	08 Jun 26	15 Jun 26	£905.00	Friday	" "
	19 Jun 26	19 Jun 26	£856.00	Monday	" "
	22 Jun 26	26 Jun 26	£920.00	Monday	" "
	29 Jun 26	06 Jul 26	£946.00	Friday	" "
	10 Jul 26	13 Jul 26	£928.00	Friday	" "
	17 Jul 26	17 Jul 26	£923.00	Monday	" "
	20 Jul 26	27 Jul 26	£1,253.00	Friday	" "
	31 Jul 26	03 Aug 26	£1,247.00	Friday	" "
	07 Aug 26	10 Aug 26	£1,225.00	Friday	" "
	14 Aug 26	17 Aug 26	£1,147.00	Friday	" "
	21 Aug 26	24 Aug 26	£966.00	Friday	" "
	28 Aug 26	31 Aug 26	£847.00	Friday	" "
	04 Sep 26	07 Sep 26	£830.00	Friday	" "
	11 Sep 26	14 Sep 26	£824.00	Friday	" "
	18 Sep 26	18 Sep 26	£801.00	Monday	" "
	21 Sep 26	28 Sep 26	£815.00	Friday	" "
	02 Oct 26	05 Oct 26	£794.00	Friday	" "
	09 Oct 26	09 Oct 26	£743.00	Monday	" "
	12 Oct 26	16 Oct 26	£790.00	Monday	" "
	19 Oct 26	26 Oct 26	£1,082.00	Friday	" "
	30 Oct 26	02 Nov 26	£715.00	Friday	" "
	06 Nov 26	09 Nov 26	£689.00	Friday	" "
	13 Nov 26	16 Nov 26	£678.00	Friday	" "
	20 Nov 26	23 Nov 26	£673.00	Friday	" "
	27 Nov 26	27 Nov 26	£648.00	Monday	" "
	30 Nov 26	11 Dec 26	£660.00	Monday	" "
	14 Dec 26	14 Dec 26	£715.00	Friday	" "
	18 Dec 26	25 Dec 26	£1,220.00	Monday	" "
	28 Dec 26	01 Jan 27	£1,223.00	Monday	" "
	04 Jan 27	04 Jan 27	£1,749.00	Friday	" "
	08 Jan 27	11 Jan 27	£693.00	Friday	" "
	15 Jan 27	15 Jan 27	£678.00	Monday	" "
	18 Jan 27	22 Jan 27	£704.00	Monday	" "
	25 Jan 27	29 Jan 27	£721.00	Monday	" "
	01 Feb 27	05 Feb 27	£730.00	Monday	" "
	08 Feb 27	15 Feb 27	£837.00	Friday	" "
	19 Feb 27	19 Feb 27	£704.00	Monday	" "
	22 Feb 27	05 Mar 27	£711.00	Monday	" "
	08 Mar 27	12 Mar 27	£731.00	Monday	" "
	15 Mar 27	19 Mar 27	£762.00	Monday	" "
	22 Mar 27	05 Apr 27	£1,143.00	Friday	" "
	09 Apr 27	12 Apr 27	£988.00	Friday	" "
	16 Apr 27	23 Apr 27	£769.00	Monday	" "
	26 Apr 27	30 Apr 27	£809.00	Monday	" "
	03 May 27	07 May 27	£815.00	Monday	" "
	10 May 27	21 May 27	£871.00	Monday	" "
	24 May 27	31 May 27	£1,169.00	Friday	" "
	04 Jun 27	04 Jun 27	£863.00	Friday	" "