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Pudding Cottage, Ambleside

Guest Rating
Rating
4.9
out of 5
Guest Rating
Rating
4.9
out of 5
Cumbria » Ambleside
Sleeps up to 6
Pets 1
Hot Tub
Bedrooms: 3

Pudding Cottage is a 5-star family and dog-friendly property in the Lake District. Located at the head of a private lane near Ambleside, this spacious cottage sits among traditional Lakeland buildings. The setting offers direct access to the hills for walking and landscaped communal gardens where Jemima Puddle-ducks are resident.

The area provides peaceful surroundings with easy access to Ambleside (4. 4 miles) and Windermere (4. 7 miles). A bus stop at the lane's bottom connects you to local towns. The location suits walkers and families wanting both countryside calm and quick access to Lake District attractions.

The cottage sleeps six across three bedrooms: one king-size with ensuite, one king-size and one twin room.

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About Pudding Cottage

Pudding Cottage is a 5-star family and dog-friendly property in the Lake District. Located at the head of a private lane near Ambleside, this spacious cottage sits among traditional Lakeland buildings. The setting offers direct access to the hills for walking and landscaped communal gardens where Jemima Puddle-ducks are resident.

The area provides peaceful surroundings with easy access to Ambleside (4.4 miles) and Windermere (4.7 miles). A bus stop at the lane's bottom connects you to local towns. The location suits walkers and families wanting both countryside calm and quick access to Lake District attractions.

The cottage sleeps six across three bedrooms: one king-size with ensuite, one king-size and one twin room. A luxury family bathroom serves the additional bedrooms. The kitchen features an electric oven with gas hob, dishwasher, espresso machine and washer/dryer. The living room has a 49" Smart TV and Xbox 360. Private parking for two cars is included, with an electric charging point available.

Brockhole visitor centre sits nearby on Lake Windermere's shores. Wray Castle stands 3 miles away (10 minutes). Grizedale Forest offers mountain biking and walking trails 8 miles distant (20 minutes). Hill Top, Beatrix Potter's former home, is 5 miles away (15 minutes).

Pudding Cottage works brilliantly for families and dog owners wanting a well-equipped base. The thoughtful touches and modern finish make this an excellent Lake District retreat.

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Pudding Cottage Attractions & Days Out

Explore the wonderful attractions and activities surrounding Pudding Cottage during your stay. Find the best places to visit and things to do in the local area, all conveniently organised by distance and type. Charming villages to lively and exciting attractions - there's something for everyone to enjoy. Browse through our categories including attractions, walks & outdoor activities, shopping destinations and handy tips on getting around. Plan your perfect day out. Whether you're looking for family fun, romantic experiences, or pet-friendly adventures, this cottage provides an ideal base to explore Cumbria's fantastic days out. Click on any attraction for more detailed information including address, opening times and visitor tips.

Brockhole on Windermere
Distance: 2 miles
LA23 1LJ
Wray Castle
Distance: 3 miles
LA22 0JA
Hill Top (Beatrix Potter's House)
Distance: 5 miles
LA22 0LF
Troutbeck Valley Walk
Distance: 0.5 miles
LA23 1LA
Jenkin Crag Viewpoint
Distance: 2 miles
LA22 0EE
Stock Ghyll Force Waterfall
Distance: 4 miles
LA22 9LJ
Booths Supermarket Windermere
Distance: 4.5 miles
LA23 1DX
Ambleside Town Centre
Distance: 4.4 miles
LA22 9BS
Lakeland Store Windermere
Distance: 4.7 miles
LA23 1BA
Windermere Lake Cruises
Distance: 4 miles
LA23 1LB
Low Wood Watersports
Distance: 1.5 miles
LA23 1LP
Troutbeck Bridge Bus Stop
Distance: 0.3 miles
LA23 1HU
Brockhole on Windermere
Distance: 2 miles
LA23 1LJ
Wray Castle
Distance: 3 miles
LA22 0JA
Hill Top (Beatrix Potter's House)
Distance: 5 miles
LA22 0LF
Troutbeck Valley Walk
Distance: 0.5 miles
LA23 1LA
Jenkin Crag Viewpoint
Distance: 2 miles
LA22 0EE
Stock Ghyll Force Waterfall
Distance: 4 miles
LA22 9LJ
Booths Supermarket Windermere
Distance: 4.5 miles
LA23 1DX
Ambleside Town Centre
Distance: 4.4 miles
LA22 9BS
Lakeland Store Windermere
Distance: 4.7 miles
LA23 1BA
Windermere Lake Cruises
Distance: 4 miles
LA23 1LB
Low Wood Watersports
Distance: 1.5 miles
LA23 1LP
Troutbeck Bridge Bus Stop
Distance: 0.3 miles
LA23 1HU

Is Pudding Cottage Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families
Children love the toys, games and books provided throughout the cottage. A cot and highchair make life easier for families with babies and toddlers. The Xbox 360 keeps older children entertained on rainy days. The communal gardens attract wildlife including resident Jemima Puddle-ducks that fascinate young visitors. Brockhole visitor centre sits just 2 miles away with adventure playgrounds and lakeside activities perfect for family days out.
For Couples
Couples appreciate the peaceful private lane location and luxury king-size bedroom with ensuite. The furnished patio provides a quiet spot for morning coffee overlooking the landscaped gardens. Direct access to hill walks means romantic countryside strolls from the door. The well-equipped kitchen with espresso machine suits leisurely breakfasts together. The 49" Smart TV and contemporary finish create a comfortable retreat after days exploring the Lake District together.
Pet Friendly
One dog is welcome at Pudding Cottage. The location excels for dog owners with direct access to hills and walking routes from the property. No need to drive anywhere to exercise your pet. The communal landscaped gardens provide additional outdoor space. A bus stop at the lane's bottom connects to dog-friendly Lake District towns. The peaceful setting means your dog can relax after long walks exploring the surrounding countryside.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Pudding Cottage

The Wateredge Inn

Located 1.5 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA23 1LF

Gilpin Spice

Located 3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA23 3NE

The Drunken Duck Inn

Located 4 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA22 0NG

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Pudding Cottage

Does this cottage have a hot tub?
No, Pudding Cottage does not have a hot tub. The property focuses on spacious indoor accommodation and outdoor access to the surrounding hills and countryside.
Is it pet friendly?
Yes, one dog is welcome at Pudding Cottage. The location offers direct access to walking routes from the door and the communal gardens provide space for your pet.
How many people does Pudding Cottage sleep?
The cottage sleeps six guests across three bedrooms. There's one king-size room with ensuite, one king-size room and one twin room, plus a luxury family bathroom.
What facilities are provided for children?
A cot and highchair are available for babies and toddlers. The cottage also provides toys, games and books to keep children entertained during your stay.
Is there parking at the property?
Yes, private off-road parking for two cars is included. An electric vehicle charging point is available for £45 per week if required.
What kitchen appliances are included?
The kitchen has an electric oven with gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washer/dryer. There's also an espresso machine and two cafetieres for coffee lovers.
How far is Pudding Cottage from Ambleside?
Ambleside is 4.4 miles from the cottage. Windermere is 4.7 miles away and Keswick is 16.7 miles if you want to explore further north.
Is WiFi available at the cottage?
Yes, broadband WiFi is provided throughout the property. The living room also features a 49" Smart TV and Xbox 360 games console for entertainment.

Pudding Cottage Reviews

Beautiful Cottage in a Perfect Location. We stayed here for a week with our 3 children all under 5 and dog. The directions were spot on, cottage lovely and clean and grounds superb. The provisions within the cottage were more than adequate and helpful for our children. There was a lovely assortment of games, books, DVD's and Xbox games for children of all ages. The grounds are well kept, and the garden lovely and big we really lucked in as the communal garden was unused by anyone else during our stay so had it all to ourselves! All in all, we had a lovely time in The Lakes, and the weather was kind to us. The cottage was fantastic and we would stay here again without hesitation.
Beautiful Cottage in a Perfect Location. We stayed here for a week with our 3 children all under 5 and dog. The directions were spot on, cottage lovely and clean and grounds superb. The provisions within the cottage were more than adequate and helpful for our children. There was a lovely assortment of games, books, DVD's and Xbox games for children of all ages. The grounds are well kept, and the garden lovely and big we really lucked in as the communal garden was unused by anyone else during our stay so had it all to ourselves! All in all, we had a lovely time in The Lakes, and the weather was kind to us. The cottage was fantastic and we would stay here again without hesitation.
Beautiful Cottage in a Perfect Location. We stayed here for a week with our 3 children all under 5 and dog. The directions were spot on, cottage lovely and clean and grounds superb. The provisions within the cottage were more than adequate and helpful for our children. There was a lovely assortment of games, books, DVD's and Xbox games for children of all ages. The grounds are well kept, and the garden lovely and big we really lucked in as the communal garden was unused by anyone else during our stay so had it all to ourselves! All in all, we had a lovely time in The Lakes, and the weather was kind to us. The cottage was fantastic and we would stay here again without hesitation.
Beautiful Cottage in a Perfect Location. We stayed here for a week with our 3 children all under 5 and dog. The directions were spot on, cottage lovely and clean and grounds superb. The provisions within the cottage were more than adequate and helpful for our children. There was a lovely assortment of games, books, DVD's and Xbox games for children of all ages. The grounds are well kept, and the garden lovely and big we really lucked in as the communal garden was unused by anyone else during our stay so had it all to ourselves! All in all, we had a lovely time in The Lakes, and the weather was kind to us. The cottage was fantastic and we would stay here again without hesitation.
Beautiful Cottage in a Perfect Location. We stayed here for a week with our 3 children all under 5 and dog. The directions were spot on, cottage lovely and clean and grounds superb. The provisions within the cottage were more than adequate and helpful for our children. There was a lovely assortment of games, books, DVD's and Xbox games for children of all ages. The grounds are well kept, and the garden lovely and big we really lucked in as the communal garden was unused by anyone else during our stay so had it all to ourselves! All in all, we had a lovely time in The Lakes, and the weather was kind to us. The cottage was fantastic and we would stay here again without hesitation.
Beautiful Cottage in a Perfect Location. We stayed here for a week with our 3 children all under 5 and dog. The directions were spot on, cottage lovely and clean and grounds superb. The provisions within the cottage were more than adequate and helpful for our children. There was a lovely assortment of games, books, DVD's and Xbox games for children of all ages. The grounds are well kept, and the garden lovely and big we really lucked in as the communal garden was unused by anyone else during our stay so had it all to ourselves! All in all, we had a lovely time in The Lakes, and the weather was kind to us. The cottage was fantastic and we would stay here again without hesitation.
Beautiful Cottage in a Perfect Location. We stayed here for a week with our 3 children all under 5 and dog. The directions were spot on, cottage lovely and clean and grounds superb. The provisions within the cottage were more than adequate and helpful for our children. There was a lovely assortment of games, books, DVD's and Xbox games for children of all ages. The grounds are well kept, and the garden lovely and big we really lucked in as the communal garden was unused by anyone else during our stay so had it all to ourselves! All in all, we had a lovely time in The Lakes, and the weather was kind to us. The cottage was fantastic and we would stay here again without hesitation.
Beautiful Cottage in a Perfect Location. We stayed here for a week with our 3 children all under 5 and dog. The directions were spot on, cottage lovely and clean and grounds superb. The provisions within the cottage were more than adequate and helpful for our children. There was a lovely assortment of games, books, DVD's and Xbox games for children of all ages. The grounds are well kept, and the garden lovely and big we really lucked in as the communal garden was unused by anyone else during our stay so had it all to ourselves! All in all, we had a lovely time in The Lakes, and the weather was kind to us. The cottage was fantastic and we would stay here again without hesitation.
Beautiful Cottage in a Perfect Location. We stayed here for a week with our 3 children all under 5 and dog. The directions were spot on, cottage lovely and clean and grounds superb. The provisions within the cottage were more than adequate and helpful for our children. There was a lovely assortment of games, books, DVD's and Xbox games for children of all ages. The grounds are well kept, and the garden lovely and big we really lucked in as the communal garden was unused by anyone else during our stay so had it all to ourselves! All in all, we had a lovely time in The Lakes, and the weather was kind to us. The cottage was fantastic and we would stay here again without hesitation.
Beautiful Cottage in a Perfect Location. We stayed here for a week with our 3 children all under 5 and dog. The directions were spot on, cottage lovely and clean and grounds superb. The provisions within the cottage were more than adequate and helpful for our children. There was a lovely assortment of games, books, DVD's and Xbox games for children of all ages. The grounds are well kept, and the garden lovely and big we really lucked in as the communal garden was unused by anyone else during our stay so had it all to ourselves! All in all, we had a lovely time in The Lakes, and the weather was kind to us. The cottage was fantastic and we would stay here again without hesitation.
Beautiful Cottage in a Perfect Location. We stayed here for a week with our 3 children all under 5 and dog. The directions were spot on, cottage lovely and clean and grounds superb. The provisions within the cottage were more than adequate and helpful for our children. There was a lovely assortment of games, books, DVD's and Xbox games for children of all ages. The grounds are well kept, and the garden lovely and big we really lucked in as the communal garden was unused by anyone else during our stay so had it all to ourselves! All in all, we had a lovely time in The Lakes, and the weather was kind to us. The cottage was fantastic and we would stay here again without hesitation.
Beautiful Cottage in a Perfect Location. We stayed here for a week with our 3 children all under 5 and dog. The directions were spot on, cottage lovely and clean and grounds superb. The provisions within the cottage were more than adequate and helpful for our children. There was a lovely assortment of games, books, DVD's and Xbox games for children of all ages. The grounds are well kept, and the garden lovely and big we really lucked in as the communal garden was unused by anyone else during our stay so had it all to ourselves! All in all, we had a lovely time in The Lakes, and the weather was kind to us. The cottage was fantastic and we would stay here again without hesitation.
Beautiful Cottage in a Perfect Location. We stayed here for a week with our 3 children all under 5 and dog. The directions were spot on, cottage lovely and clean and grounds superb. The provisions within the cottage were more than adequate and helpful for our children. There was a lovely assortment of games, books, DVD's and Xbox games for children of all ages. The grounds are well kept, and the garden lovely and big we really lucked in as the communal garden was unused by anyone else during our stay so had it all to ourselves! All in all, we had a lovely time in The Lakes, and the weather was kind to us. The cottage was fantastic and we would stay here again without hesitation.
Beautiful Cottage in a Perfect Location. We stayed here for a week with our 3 children all under 5 and dog. The directions were spot on, cottage lovely and clean and grounds superb. The provisions within the cottage were more than adequate and helpful for our children. There was a lovely assortment of games, books, DVD's and Xbox games for children of all ages. The grounds are well kept, and the garden lovely and big we really lucked in as the communal garden was unused by anyone else during our stay so had it all to ourselves! All in all, we had a lovely time in The Lakes, and the weather was kind to us. The cottage was fantastic and we would stay here again without hesitation.
Beautiful Cottage in a Perfect Location. We stayed here for a week with our 3 children all under 5 and dog. The directions were spot on, cottage lovely and clean and grounds superb. The provisions within the cottage were more than adequate and helpful for our children. There was a lovely assortment of games, books, DVD's and Xbox games for children of all ages. The grounds are well kept, and the garden lovely and big we really lucked in as the communal garden was unused by anyone else during our stay so had it all to ourselves! All in all, we had a lovely time in The Lakes, and the weather was kind to us. The cottage was fantastic and we would stay here again without hesitation.
Duncan
Pudding Cottage was brilliant very clean, modern, beautiful score. Perfect!
Lorraine
This was one of the nicest cottages we have stayed in with lots of thought given to the home away from home facilities, furnishings and decor. It is perfectly located for the visits to the surrounding region and the location of the cottage made for a peaceful and relaxing holiday. We had a wonderful stay at Pudding Cottage and would recommend it to others.
Michael
Excellent property
Cannot fault the cottage and its location, sadly other visitors in neighbouring cottages were very loud in the garden right outside the bedroom window until the small hours but this was of no fault of pudding cottage. The cottage is well equipment with everything you could possibly need and some very thoughtful touches! Very comfy beds and the Xbox and toy box was extremely well received by my children! Super cottage! Thank you.
Sandra
A lovely property beautifully decorarated very comfortable with thoughtful touches like a beautiful welcome pack and beautiful christmas tree which elevated it from an ordinary holuday let. Very local to waljs and the bus stop to ambleside and windermere
Charlotte
Lovely stay at Pudding Cottage for my dads 60th celebrations! Everything was clean, comfortable and the cottage is really warm. It had everything we needed and lots of lovely touches. We would love to come back one day!
Beautiful cottage in a perfect location. Area is quiet and can walk direct out on to the hills with the dog. Buses available from he bottom of the lane to the local towns. The cottage was extremely well maintained with every conceivable kitchen gadget. Large rooms all very comfy and constant hot water. Will definitely be coming back again in the future. Well worth its' 5 star status.
Sandra
We have already recommended Pudding Cottage to our friends and family ! ! Location ideal cottage itself fantastic!! Decorated for our Christmas stay to the highest standard! Facilities,fixtures and fittings top quality!!
We had the most amazing holiday at Pudding Cottage. We had our dog and 1 year old daughter with us and the property was so well equipped with everything we needed. Also in a brilliant location, walking distance from Brockhole
Richard
Fantastic property definitely the most wellequipped holiday let weve ever stayed in. A minor issue on arrival was dealt with immediately by the owners great service. We stayed as a family of 4 with a baby and would highly recommend this cottage to anyone!
Christina
Lovely property, owners have pretty much thought of everything you could need, set up extremely well for children
We had a great stay in this very comfortable and well equipped cottage. Great location for reaching both Ambleside and Windermere but also other lakes easily accessible. Cottage and location information very useful and plenty of books to suggest suitable activities for all ages. Loved the included Leisure Club membership too, fantastic for a rainy morning with the children. Brockhole playground great.
A really lovely property, beautifully decorated. Location was fantastic close to Brockhole. Will likely revisit.
Claire
Brilliant property, great location and the property had everything we needed. Would definately recommend
Louise
We had a wonderful stay. An immaculate cottage with everything we could possibly need!
We have just spent Christmas week at Pudding Cottage and thoroughly enjoyed our stay. There were 6 adults in our party and we found it spacious, extremely comfortable and very well equipped. The kitchen was very modern and the quality of the utensilscrockery etc. was excellent with absolutely everything provided. Alexa was a real novelty for us we loved her! The cottage is situated in a beautiful location, with ample parking and overlooking lovely grounds at the rear, which we imagine would be wonderful during the summer months.The owners provided a large folder giving detailed information relating to how things work within the cottage, aswell as things to do in the local area, transport, recommendations for eating and local walks from the cottage. Although we did not have a dog or any children, I would highly recommend Pudding Cottage as the facilities provided for both were excellent. Another real bonus for us was the access to Choices gym, which we used 4 times during our stay. The gym facilities were brilliant especially the pool and sauna area. Thank you to the owners a fabulous time was had by all!
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