If you’re planning a trip to Great Britain but want to avoid London’s traffic and extremely high costs of living, you may consider other parts of the island. Even though London is a city definitely worth visiting, this country has so much more to offer. For those of you who want to see what it’s like to live as the British do, start your trip with Ambleside. This northwestern city and its stunning landscape will make you feel like you are in a Sherlock Holmes story. It’s also a part of Lake District National Park so you’ll have lots of beautiful views. And to live a real English experience–stay with locals! Keep reading to find out more about the best Airbnb vacation rentals in Ambleside, United Kingdom, and book a fantastic room today for your vacation in this vibrant area.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) Superhost status, recent guest reviews, location, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and amenities. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 05, 2024.
1. Unique, self-catering barn accommodation (from USD 152)
When in Great Britain, everyone should be greeted with a tea. That’s exactly what will happen to you if you book this apartment. It is located on the ground floor of a 300-year-old building, which will make your stay even fancier. Another advantage is the amazing view of mountains. Moreover, if the weather happens to be bad, you can enjoy a cozy evening over the board games that are available at the place. And if the weather is nice, lots of adventures await! Wild swimming, mountain biking, and listening to live music are just a few of them. For sure your hosts will be able to give you more advice. Enjoy!
Top guest reviews
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the wet room the underfloor heating and the modern kitchen made nice additions to the otherwise traditional housevery cozy loved the fireplace and heated floors in the kitchencomfy bed and arm chairs (really important for me) and well equipped kitchenthe cottage is perfect modern kitchen and bathroom with a perfect log burning fire for chilly eveningsthe photos don't do this place justice the barn is spacious modern and comfortable with so much character tooCleanliness:
the barn itself was clean and comfortablethe flat is very clean and well equipped and presented with many original featuresit was excellent it is very clean and very well equippedthis is a spacious clean well-equipped apartment on a small hill just above the center of amblesidethe place was clean with a comfortable bed bedding lovely hot shower and had everything we neededHost:
the owner robin is an excellent hostrobin was a wonderful welcoming hostrobin was a wonderful host who is very happy to share his wealth of knowledge with his guestsrobin is a great host very helpful and knowledgeable we felt very welcomerobin has very helpful advice on activities and pubs and restaurantsRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is perfectperfect location for exploring the southern lakesit's in a great location tucked away but a short walk to everything you needgreat location and a lovely little barnamazing location and cozy flat right next too ambleside town centre
2. Lovely and rustic cottage (from USD 150)
Everyone needs some rest after days of sightseeing. If you rent this house, you’ll be able to enjoy quiet evenings as it’s hidden behind the trees from the city’s hustle and bustle. Yet it’s still close to all the amenities! You can easily walk to the bay from where you can rent a boat or just enjoy strolling down the bay. The cottage itself is really cozy. It has two bedrooms and two bathrooms. It’s furnished like a charming village house and despite all the attractions in the area, it will make you not want to go outside!
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it was freezing in there and the small heater fan didn't do much to warm itthe en-suite bathroom has a lovely heated floor and jacuzzi bath (which we didn't use)a well equipped and comfortable cottagethe interior is lovely and cosy with a full size kitchenann’s cottage is a surprisingly spacious cosy and comfortable place to stay right near the centre of bownessCleanliness:
cottage was clean wonderful kitchen clean toilets & very cozy bedroomscomfortable clean bedswould highly recommend great for familiesthe beds were comfortable the bathrooms were clean and the kitchen had everything we neededthe crockery and cutlery were sparkling cleanit’s everything that others have said - clean spacious well-equipped and super centralHost:
host is very responsiveann is a great host who responded well to all my requestsann was a great host answered any queries promptlyann was a great host speedy response to communicationsgood communication from hostRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is ideal being really close to townprosgreat location close to townhouse in a great central locationeverything was walking distance was a lovely relaxing breakgreat location private yet very handy short walk to main street
3. Sparkling modern home (from USD 136)
This apartment from the 1800s is designed with charm and will definitely make you enjoy your stay in this part of the world. It provides amazing views of the mountains and the village of Windermere. All the amenities are within walking distance. Your hosts will welcome you to the apartment and explain more about what’s there to see. With free Wi-Fi, TV, a well-equipped kitchen, and comfortable sofa in the living room, it will feel like you are at your place. Except that the things outside the window will keep on amazing you! Tip: if you’re planning to stay longer than a week, the price will actually decrease!
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comfortable bed and beautiful views from the bedroom windowgreat views from both living room and bedroomthe bed was very comfortable and the sitting room cosyCleanliness:
clean comfortable and cosyeverything was clean and down to a tcosy comfortable spotlessly clean apartmentthe place was clean modern and well furnishedthe place was clean cosy and convenientHost:
amanda was a great hostamanda is the most lovely hostshe was really communicative friendly and helpfulamanda is an excellent hostamanda is an excellent hostRead more reviewsLocation:
great location just near/far enough away from the centre of amblesideexcellent location close to centre of amblesidebeautiful apartment in a great locationit's in a fantastic location for visiting the lakes and loads of restaurants to choose fromperfect location quiet but close to amenities
4. Traditional Lakeland town house (from USD 64)
This house has been a guest house for over 30 years but now there is just one room for rent. The host runs the guest house, so you can be sure that she’ll accommodate you well! It is located just 10-15 minutes away from the Windermere Lake. From the house, you can spot St. Mary’s Church and Todd Crag on Loughrigg. You’ll also be given access to your private bathroom. What is the best thing about this accommodation? There’s a dog around! If you are not a dog person, you don’t need to worry as he does not enter the guest room. For those who love animals, you can always get a chance to pet him!
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very quiet room with a beautiful viewthe room was very nice and tidy with some amenitiesthere is a tv and tea/ coffee facilities including small cakes which were a nice touchthoughtful spread of drinks and snacks in the roomno wifi (as advertised) should have given me a hint as to the wonderful time travel experienceCleanliness:
room was clean and tidybed linen was clean however and the bed was comfortableit was all very clean and i had what i neededit’s centric extremely clean and quietthe room is compact but fine for one and clean and comfortableHost:
the host was welcomingfriendly and helpful hostfriendly and hospitable hostsowner was very pleasant and helpfulsuch friendly hosts tooRead more reviewsLocation:
great location but location isn’t everythingvery good location in central ambleside for exploring the central lakesgreat location right in town and close to everythinggreat location in the middle of amblesidegreat location in a lovely little village
5. Apartment in a central location (from USD 309)
This place will allow you to have really active holidays! Its location enables you to choose among plenty of activities. You can either take a mountain tour, swim in the lake, or try out best fish in the region. The house itself is spacious, with two bedrooms and bathrooms. It has three floors and a rooftop from where you can observe splendid falls. Even though the nearby restaurants offer great, authentic cuisine, you can still prepare your own meal in the fully equipped kitchen. And you get wine as a welcome gift!
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lovely rooms and excellent coffee making facilities lots of extras and well stocked fridgethe space is lovely interesting and comfortablethe kitchen is really well equipped including all the condiments and the upstairs bedrooms are spacious and comfortable3 storeys in fact with the gorgeous bathroom on the second floorit was so nice to get into a comfortable bed with freshly smelling sheetsCleanliness:
spotlessly clean lovely touches and great local informationthe rooms are very clean and cozyit is spotlessly clean and there is everything you needthe place was very clean with great kitchen and bathroom facilitiesvery central property that is clean and well maintained throughoutHost:
host fantastic responded immediately regarding questionsjuliet was a great hostthank you juliet for being a great hostjuliet was a perfect hostjuliet was a wonderful host really quick responding to our questions and everything was perfect for our stayRead more reviewsLocation:
great location toogreat location right in the middle of amblesideperfect location in amblesidefabulous location in the heart of the villageperfect location for a little get away
6. Bright and stylish flat at Thomas Fold (from USD 76)
Ideal for two guests, such as couples or solo travelers, this stylish cottage is built in Lakeland stone close to the city center of Ambleside. This stunning and cozy flat has everything guests will need to have a pleasant stay, including a living room with a couch and a flat-screen TV, and charming wall decor. The kitchen is fully equipped with granite countertops and stainless steel amenities for those who wish to whip up a meal indoors. There is a private bathroom with a duo tub and shower, a toilet, and a washbin, as well as toiletries guests can make use of. An outdoor patio is also available for guests to have breakfast in or to simply have a glass of wine in after a long day exploring Ambleside.
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perfect for any couple who want a quiet few days in the lakes with easy access to amenities
7. Modern and airy cobblestone abode in the heart of Ambleside (from USD 213)
Make your way to this modern, bright, and airy flat big enough for two guests in the center of vibrant Ambleside. Just behind the market square, guests can sleep in this one-bedroom flat where they can sleep on a cozy double bed with plush pillows and high-quality sheets. This flat has a posh living room with a chandelier, comfy couches, and a flat-screen TV guests can enjoy while lounging. There is a modern bathroom with a functional toilet, washbin, and shower, as well as shower essentials and toiletries for guests’ convenience. A fully equipped kitchen with stainless steel appliances and cookware is available for guests to cook their meals. A walking distance from this property is the closest bus station for those who wish to explore more of Ambleside.
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the kitchen was well equipped and even came with a scrabble set which we made good use ofhonestly if you dropped a pin at the centre of town this apartment would be under that pinthe location was amazing and the bed was comfy it's everything an air bnb should bethe bed was supper comfy beautiful bathroom and kitchen has everything you need to make a basic mealan extremely comfortable bed was welcome after sightseeing all dayCleanliness:
spotlessly clean and well decoratedclean and comfortableclean and beautifully decoratedlovely clean and modern apartment would recommend itsuper clean and decorated to a lovely standardHost:
craig was a great hostcraig is an outstanding hostgreeted by lovely chocolates left by hostlovely hosts and quick replieshosts were quick to help out with recommendations and really easy check in/out processRead more reviewsLocation:
great location right in the heart of amblesidelocated in the centre of ambleside so easy to walk aroundthe location was ideal for easy access to the shops and the bus terminalvery cute little cottage in a perfect locationa beautiful place in a great location
8. Central Windermere double room
If you’re planning to travel through Great Britain by car, you may need a free parking lot. Luckily, this place offers one. You can still enjoy privacy while renting a room at this house as it has its own bathroom and you’ll be given your own set of keys. Stunning views of the Lakeland Falls just from your window will surely make your stay memorable. Breakfast is included in the price but if you crave some other food than what your host offers, the city center with all the restaurants is within walking distance!
Windermere, United Kingdom
15.53 km (9.7 mi) from Lake District National ParkAccommodates: 2
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lovely room with comfortable bed and stunning views from picture windowsbeautiful big bright room with a lovely view and great comfortable bed for good night sleepbeautiful big room with views of the town and lake own bathroom and very generous breakfasts includedthe view from the room is stunning the bed is cosy and we had everything we neededit is a sweet and cozy room in the lake we have had a nice view every morningCleanliness:
very clean and thought outroom was clean and cozyeverything was clean and beautifully presentedher place is super clean and well organizedthe room is clean and bigHost:
rebecaa was very helpful and gave us info whenever requiredrebecca and tom were wonderful hostslovely room and lovely hostsrebecca is a wonderful hostshe is lovely and very helpfulRead more reviewsLocation:
location was excellent very close by to everythingthe location is good - close to station and the townjust 10mins away from the windermere subway station easy access to the centralclose to restaurants stores and attractionsrebecca’s place is located in easy walking distance of windermere and the train station/bus stops
9. Cosy lakeland cottage in the heart of Ambleside
There’s nothing better than traveling with a bunch of friends. However, everyone knows the struggle of booking a place to stay for a larger group of people. You don’t need to worry though once you rent the whole house to yourselves! This cottage is located just a few minutes away from the city center and makes all areas of the Lake District accessible. It’s spacious, fully equipped and really British. You better hurry up with your booking as it’s the most popular place to stay in the area!
Ambleside, United Kingdom
9.08 km (5.7 mi) from Lake District National ParkSuperhost
Accommodates: 5
Top guest reviews
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furnishings were comfortable and appealinglisting was totally accurate and fully described the lovely cottage and facilitiesgood amenities in the cottage with a fabulous bathroomkitchen is small but adequate with amenities like nepresso coffee machine toaster oven and dish washerthe cottage was well decorated beds comfy and kitchen well stocked with everything we neededCleanliness:
spotlessly clean and well equippedclean and full of nice touchesvery clean and a beautiful bathroomclean cozy relaxing place to staythe property was well kept and exceptionally cleanHost:
the host was responsive to all queriesvery helpful host always quick to replygareth was a great hostit really feels like a lovely escape into a different kind of worldhost gareth was very helpful and provided some local walks of interestRead more reviewsLocation:
great location in ambleside literally 5 min walk to all the shopsexcellent location 5 mins walk from ambleside centrewhat a fantastic property in close proximity of ambleside centrethe location was ideal for us and within a short walk to all the shops restaurants and pubsexcellent decor cosy relaxing great location short walk to ambleside
10. Comfy dwelling for two
Who said that a stay in Great Britain has to be expensive? You can rent this room for two just for 44 USD (31 GBP) a day. However, you should keep in mind that the price includes access to the bedroom and bathroom only. There’s nothing to worry about as the house is located in the center of Windermere so shops and restaurants are just nearby. In your room, you’ll always be able to make yourself a cup of tea or a coffee, which is perfect for chill evenings!
14.85 km (9.3 mi) from Lake District National Park
11. Luxury Lake District apartment
If you value luxurious design and comfort, this place is perfect for you. With a leisure center, indoor swimming pool, hot tub, sauna, and much more, it’s all you can wish for in your dream apartment. It gets better with stunning views that you can observe through the angled Velux windows in the flat or from your private patio! Its location is also a great reason for you to book it–the apartment is a 2-minute walk from Ambleside’s city center. All the supermarkets, restaurants, and museums are so close by!
Ambleside, Cumbria, United Kingdom
8.84 km (5.5 mi) from Lake District National ParkTop guest reviews
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the view from the apartment was outstandingvery comfortable spacious well equipped apartment with beautiful views over the fells from the lounge bedroom and balconyi also the loved the amenities in the apartmentwonderful the photos do not do the apartment justice lovely views and a superb locationthis is a beautiful well equipped apartment with a lovely balcony overlooking the rooftops of ambleside towards the fellsCleanliness:
the apartment was spotless and really well equippedlovely clean apartment with fantastic viewsthe apartment is well equipped clean and comfortablelovely clean flat with all things you need and even morethe place was clean and cosy and we just really loved itHost:
would definitely recommend the place andrew was a great host quick to replytimely and helpful communication with the host prior to check-inandrew was very helpful and responded quickly to a couple of queries i hadgood communication from the host who also kindly left flapjack and milk for our arrivalvery helpful and responsive hosts too so all in all we couldn't have asked for moreRead more reviewsLocation:
great location & flatthe location is excellent so so close to townvery good location and accommodationgreat location to start hikes out of amblesideexcellent apartment in excellent location
12. A light and airy apartment with stunning lake view
There is nothing you will not love about this apartment. First of all, it is located in acres of woodland and gardens; the beautiful views are going to make you feel happy all day long. You will also be presented with the view of the lake, which is stunning. Providing two bedrooms and two bathrooms, this apartment is suitable for couples or families of four. Other facilities offered include an equipped kitchen, a washer and wireless internet.
Ambleside, United Kingdom
8.87 km (5.6 mi) from Lake District National ParkTop guest reviews
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kitchen overlooks woodland garden and we were lucky enough to see deer rompingCleanliness:
clean with everything you need in itRead more reviewsLocation:
lovely flat in a great location
13. Gorgeous cottage from the 1800s
A lovely cottage built back in 1800s is ready to be rented! It’s designed in a way for you to enjoy the views or magnificent fells more. By having a bedroom downstairs and living room upstairs, you are exposed more to nature in the daytime. The house also has a garden which makes another great spot for observing the peaceful area. The house adjoins another one, which also accommodates two people. So if you’re planning to travel with friends, make sure to book both of them! However, keep in mind, that the place is not suitable for small children.
15.5 km (9.7 mi) from Lake District National ParkAccommodates: 2
Top guest reviews
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beautiful views with table and chairs in the garden if the weather is kindyou must be a fan of scenic views lovely pubs and a firm bed to stay herebeautiful cottage very homely and really comfortable roomy bedthis lovely cottage is just as described nicely clean a very comfortable bed wonderful views and very conveniently positionedcosy cottage with a great view from the sitting room windowCleanliness:
clean and great locationthe decor is fresh and clean and the kitchen very well equippeda gorgeous little cottage perfect location and very cleanthe cottage was exceptional clean well presented and had everything you would needthe cottage has everything you could possibly need is sparklingly clean and very well appointedHost:
sarah is an amazing hostwas lovely having a host who checked in via message to make sure all was okaysarah was a fabulous host extremely helpful and efficientthe host is lovely very friendly and gives you all the info you needshe was helpful from start to finishRead more reviewsLocation:
the location is perfectgreat location only a short walk to windermere and bownesseasy walking distance to both villages and plenty of restaurants/shops/bars close by a really pleasant stayeasy walk to bownesslovely location and cosy cottage
Do as the British do
Get ready for your British adventure now! Find out why the Lake District is a UNESCO World Heritage Site by exploring this picturesque region. Huge cities definitely differ from the rural area and in my opinion, rural areas are the ones that make you get to know about the culture of a country better. By exploring things that have barely been explored, we are able to discover more. And very often the places that are less popular have more to offer than the most touristic ones! Check it out yourself!
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