Hayrake is in an ideal location, on the fringes of Ambleside.

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A stone building with a white door and windows, surrounded by ivy and trees.
A cozy living room with a sofa, a green armchair, a dining table with chairs, and a television.
A garden with a wooden fence, various plants, and a view of distant hills.
A dining area with a wooden table and chairs, a bookshelf with books, and a view of greenery outside.
A compact kitchen with a stove, oven, and sink.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Highlights

  • Cook, dine, and unwind
    Top-rated for its fully equipped kitchen, perfect for every meal.
  • At the centre of it all
    Stay in a top rated central location, steps from the best attractions, dining, and entertainment.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Close to Lake Windermere

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendly
  • Washing machine
  • Internet
  • Onsite parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Garden

Explore the area

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Ambleside
  • Place, Ambleside Climbing Wall
    ‪4 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Windermere
    ‪12 min walk‬
  • Place, Ambleside Pier
    ‪13 min walk‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Bedroom

1 Single Bed

Bedroom

1 Double Bed

Bedroom

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

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About the area

Ambleside

Ambleside is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Windermere and Ullswater. Treetop Trek and Rydal Hall Labyrinth are also worth visiting.
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Map
Ambleside

What's nearby

  • Ambleside Climbing Wall - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Borrans Park - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Lake Windermere - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
  • Armitt Museum and Library - 12 min walk - 1.1 km
  • Ambleside Pier - 13 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Windermere Station - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lakes Brew Co Tap - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Ambleside Inn - ‬8 min walk
  • ‪The Wateredge Inn - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Temperance Inn - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪The Pier Cafe Bar - ‬12 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Hayrake is in an ideal location, on the fringes of Ambleside. pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Hayrake is in an ideal location, on the fringes of Ambleside.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Hayrake is in an ideal location, on the fringes of Ambleside.?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Hayrake is in an ideal location, on the fringes of Ambleside.?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Hayrake is in an ideal location, on the fringes of Ambleside. located?

Situated in Ambleside, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Ambleside Climbing Wall and Lake Windermere. White Platts Recreation Ground and Rothay Park are also within 10 minutes.

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 9 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

6.0/10

Check-in

6.0/10

Communication

9.0/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

From a partner site

8/10 Good

We had a comfortable stay here in a very cold January.

We had a comfortable stay here in a very cold January. Heating system and fire provide more than enough warmth. Kitchen is well equipped and lounge is cosy. Glad we took our own pillows though. Pleasant view from dining room towards Loughrigg/Coniston. Walk into Ambleside takes 5/10 mins which was no problem for us.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

It's a lovely cottage, in a great location only a few minutes walk from the centre of Ambleside.

It's a lovely cottage, in a great location only a few minutes walk from the centre of Ambleside. There are also great walks from the door step, including the Fairfield horseshoe, Stock Ghyll Force, and Rydal Caves. Positives - cottage is cosy, kitchen is well-equipped, location is ideal.negatives - nothing major at all, just that the bedrooms on the top floor arent the best, as the beams are so low you can bang your head on them, the wifi doesnt reach the top floor, and some of the sockets didnt work. Also, the parking is tricky is you have a car that is low to the ground - ours scraped on the floor trying to get in and out of the drive way.
Verified review

6/10 Okay

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy
Disliked: Check-in, communication

Lake district

The cottage was excellent but the stress leading up to the check in was horrendous. I booked this on 21st or 23rd dec and had been asking for check in details of the property all the way up to the date of checkin. I only received the checkin details at 10am on the day of checkin. The cottage was some 6-7 hours drive and my plan was to leave my home very early in the morning to get there before the 4pm entry time. Due to this stress my family were rather upset and we ended up losing a day of the holiday as we were hoping to spend the day in the Lake District before checking in. It also meant I spent nearly the whole day on Boxing Day trying to contact the host and Vrbo with no success. I still do not know why the checkin details were provided so late and feel very disappointed by this. On reflection I feel we lost a day of our holiday and also suffered a day of stress beforehand. I feel some compensation should be offered
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified review

8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Walks from the door

Great little cottage, with all you need for a holiday walking or otherwise enjoying everything the Lake District has to offer.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

This is a lovely stone cottage within walking distance of Ambleside.

This is a lovely stone cottage within walking distance of Ambleside. Lovely views from the dining area. Tastefully decorated with quality bedlinen and towels and additional touches for the Christmas period. The open fire was a huge bonus and the kitchen is extremely well equipped. The only minus point was that although parking is adjacent to the house, it was challenging with a pickup truck because of access. However, would thoroughly recommend and stay here again. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

G

Great location and comfortable accommodation Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Cosy for 4 but much better than the photos! Any problems have been dealt with as we had no issues at

Cosy for 4 but much better than the photos! Any problems have been dealt with as we had no issues at all. Well equipped kitchen for actual cooking, cosy lounge with real fire and some means to light it on arrival. Roomy dining space with lovely views and loads of family games. 2 doubles and 2 singles ~ my only complaint (and it is a very common one) is the pillows. So common that we now try and bring our own. Nobody wants to sleep for a week on a poundland pillow. When will owners of these properties understand that sleep is a massive factor in enjoying a holiday!? Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

We booked at very short notice and needed a dog friendly cottage so we were delighted with Hayrake.

We booked at very short notice and needed a dog friendly cottage so we were delighted with Hayrake. Easy to find and excellent location. Perfect place for the bride to get ready for her wedding! Wifi intermittent but that could be Ambleside Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great cottage, great location for Ambleside & beyond!.

Great cottage, great location for Ambleside & beyond!... loads of great walks right form the doorstep. Will definitely recommend to friends and family. Good :)
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

We had a lovely week at Hayrake.

We had a lovely week at Hayrake. It’s ideally positioned within a short walk of the town centre. The accommodation is quirky and it’s an old fashioned building with really thick walls. There is a beautiful view from the dining room. (Just as long as the hedge gets trimmed and isn’t allowed to get any taller). The parking is ok but there is a drop off near the entrance so a bit of skill is required to drive in and out in a straight line. Two cars fit comfortably but again the hedge could do with being cut back as it’s very tight to get out of the car and walk in between the car and hedge. I was impressed with the facilities inside the cottage. Even the hairdryers were brand new. Everything worked well and the kitchen is well equipped. The central heating worked a treat too. It’s lovely and quiet and everyone slept well.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Very pleasantly surprised.

Very pleasantly surprised. Very clean and cosy and the beds were very comfortable.Had everything you needed and a good selection of games.loved looking at the view from the dining room but also getting cosy by the fire.It's in a great location,quiet but not far to walk to town or up onto wansfell.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Excellent cottage.

Excellent cottage. Fantastic location. Easy access into Ambleside
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amazing place to stay.

Amazing place to stay. Great location. Beautiful views. Close to the centre of Ambleside as only a 5 minute walk in. Grrat tea room at the bottom of the hill. Old beams in the cottage and an open fire. Would definitely stay here again. Lots of games and jigsaws. Jigsaws need reviewing as some missing pieces. One of the best cottages we have stayed in. Attached picture is sunset from the lounge/diner window
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Love the place, it was the second time i have stayed there, its a lovely cottage, which only a short

Love the place, it was the second time i have stayed there, its a lovely cottage, which only a short walk into town, (Ambleside), so is quite when you want it, but close to the Restaurants and Pubs in town.
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