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Thomas Fold Cottage - Ambleside

Vacation home near Lake Windermere in Ambleside

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A stone house with a gabled roof, multiple windows, and a visible chimney.
A stone building with a balcony, outdoor seating, and a staircase leading to a green hill.
A bedroom with a large bed, a bedside table with a lamp, a dresser, and a television.
A modern kitchen with light-colored cabinets, a black stove, and a microwave.
A cozy living room with a fireplace, leather sofas, a wooden coffee table, and a bookshelf.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Ambleside
  • Place, Ambleside Climbing Wall
    ‪3 min walk‬
  • Place, Lake Windermere
    ‪7 min walk‬
  • Place, Ambleside Pier
    ‪9 min walk‬

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About the neighborhood

Ambleside

In Ambleside .Your stay at this Ambleside vacation home places you within a 10-minute walk of Lake Windermere and Ambleside Climbing Wall. Borrans Park and Ambleside Pier are also within half a mile (1 km).
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What's nearby

  • Ambleside Climbing Wall - 3 min walk - 0.2 miles
  • Lake Windermere - 7 min walk - 0.4 miles
  • Ambleside Pier - 9 min walk - 0.5 miles
  • Rothay Park - 11 min walk - 0.6 miles
  • Stock Ghyll Force - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile

Getting around

  • Windermere Station - 9 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Lakes Brew Co Tap - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Flying Fleece - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪Zeffirellis - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Temperance Inn - ‬7 min walk
  • ‪Rothay Manor Hotel - ‬8 min walk

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Thomas Fold Cottage - Ambleside

Part of the Brathay Cottages collection this traditionally built cottage is made with Lakeland stone with exposed beams. Situated on Old Lake Road, half way between Ambleside Village and Windermere Lake, Thomas Fold is just a short stroll from all the amenities of the village and the Ferry Terminal at Waterhead.

The kitchen is very well equipped with a tiled floor, Breakfast Bar, and Large 5 Hob Range oven it is perfectly suited for cooking large Lakeland Breakfasts.

There is a good sized sitting/dining room with a wall-mounted 42` TV with Sky and Sky Sports, there is also a Mini-Hifi and Free Wi-Fi broadband access throughout the house. Patio doors lead onto a large outside balcony with garden furniture ideal for eating outside in the better weather days.

Thomas Fold Cottage has 2 double bedrooms one twin room and a large family bathroom on the first floor. There is a further double bedroom with a Kingsize bed situated on the ground floor right next to the downstairs bathroom. Uniquely this offers accommodation to those of us who struggle with stairs.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Fenced yard

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Tile flooring in public areas
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Service animals are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

Events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Parties and events are allowed on site. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector in each accommodation.

Property is also known as

320744

Frequently asked questions

Does Thomas Fold Cottage - Ambleside have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this vacation home.

How much does it cost to stay at Thomas Fold Cottage - Ambleside?

As of Aug 7, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thomas Fold Cottage - Ambleside on Sep 2, 2026 start from $1,137, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

Does Thomas Fold Cottage - Ambleside offer free breakfast?

This vacation home does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Thomas Fold Cottage - Ambleside?

No, there is no casino at this vacation home.

What time is check-in at Thomas Fold Cottage - Ambleside?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Thomas Fold Cottage - Ambleside?

Free parking is not available at this vacation home.

Does Thomas Fold Cottage - Ambleside have a pool?

This vacation home does not have a pool.

Does Thomas Fold Cottage - Ambleside have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this vacation home.

How close is Thomas Fold Cottage - Ambleside to downtown Ambleside?

This vacation home is 0.3 mi away from Waterhead.

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