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Thompson Cottage, Ambleside

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4.2
out of 5
Guest Rating
Rating
4.2
out of 5
Cumbria » Ambleside
Sleeps up to 5
Bedrooms: 3

Thompson Cottage is a semi-detached three-bedroom cottage in the Troutbeck Valley near Ambleside in the Lake District National Park. This well-equipped property sits in stunning countryside and provides an excellent base for exploring Cumbria's fells and lakes. Off-road parking for two cars and a woodburning stove add practical comfort.

The Troutbeck Valley offers immediate access to walking routes and sits just 2. 3 miles from Ambleside. Windermere lies 4. 7 miles away. Low Wood Spa Resort is a 30-minute walk from the cottage.

Accommodation includes one double bedroom, one twin bedroom and one single bedroom sleeping five guests total.

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About Thompson Cottage

Thompson Cottage is a semi-detached three-bedroom cottage in the Troutbeck Valley near Ambleside in the Lake District National Park. This well-equipped property sits in stunning countryside and provides an excellent base for exploring Cumbria's fells and lakes. Off-road parking for two cars and a woodburning stove add practical comfort.

The Troutbeck Valley offers immediate access to walking routes and sits just 2.3 miles from Ambleside. Windermere lies 4.7 miles away. Low Wood Spa Resort is a 30-minute walk from the cottage.

Accommodation includes one double bedroom, one twin bedroom and one single bedroom sleeping five guests total. Two bathrooms serve the property: a main bathroom with bath and separate shower, plus a ground floor wet room. The kitchen features gas oven, dishwasher and washer/dryer. The sitting room has a woodburning stove and Freeview TV.

Visit Townend National Trust farmhouse, explore Grasmere (4.4 miles, 12 minutes), discover Lake Windermere (4.7 miles, 15 minutes) or head to Keswick (16.7 miles, 35 minutes) for market day.

Thompson Cottage suits families and groups wanting genuine Lake District walking holidays with comfortable accommodation after days on the fells.

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Thompson Cottage Attractions & Days Out

Explore the wonderful attractions and activities surrounding Thompson 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.

Townend National Trust
Distance: 1.2 miles
LA23 1LB
Low Wood Spa Resort
Distance: 1.5 miles
LA23 1LP
Lake Windermere Cruises
Distance: 4.7 miles
LA23 1AF
Troutbeck Valley Walk
Distance: 0.5 miles
LA23 1LX
Wansfell Pike
Distance: 2.1 miles
LA23 1LF
Stock Ghyll Force Waterfall
Distance: 2.5 miles
LA22 0EF
Ambleside Town Centre
Distance: 2.3 miles
LA22 9BS
Booths Supermarket Windermere
Distance: 4.5 miles
LA23 1BA
Hawkshead Village Shops
Distance: 7.8 miles
LA22 0NT
Windermere Railway Station
Distance: 4.9 miles
LA23 1AF
Ambleside Bus Station
Distance: 2.3 miles
LA22 9BS
Waterhead Pier
Distance: 3.1 miles
LA22 0EY
Townend National Trust
Distance: 1.2 miles
LA23 1LB
Low Wood Spa Resort
Distance: 1.5 miles
LA23 1LP
Lake Windermere Cruises
Distance: 4.7 miles
LA23 1AF
Troutbeck Valley Walk
Distance: 0.5 miles
LA23 1LX
Wansfell Pike
Distance: 2.1 miles
LA23 1LF
Stock Ghyll Force Waterfall
Distance: 2.5 miles
LA22 0EF
Ambleside Town Centre
Distance: 2.3 miles
LA22 9BS
Booths Supermarket Windermere
Distance: 4.5 miles
LA23 1BA
Hawkshead Village Shops
Distance: 7.8 miles
LA22 0NT
Windermere Railway Station
Distance: 4.9 miles
LA23 1AF
Ambleside Bus Station
Distance: 2.3 miles
LA22 9BS
Waterhead Pier
Distance: 3.1 miles
LA22 0EY

Is Thompson Cottage Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families
Thompson Cottage works well for families with a games cupboard in the sitting room and large lawned garden with space to play. The single bedroom suits one child while the twin accommodates two more. The washer/dryer handles muddy clothes after outdoor adventures. Eight steps to the rear lawn require supervision for younger children. Ambleside sits 2.3 miles away with shops and cafes.
For Couples
This cottage suits couples wanting Lake District walking holidays rather than romantic getaways. The double bedroom and woodburning stove provide comfort after fell walks. Low Wood Spa Resort lies 30 minutes walk away for treatments. The property's three bedrooms and family layout mean it lacks intimate atmosphere. Couples seeking privacy might prefer a smaller property. Troutbeck Valley location offers peaceful countryside surroundings.
Pet Friendly
Thompson Cottage does not accept pets under any circumstances. The property operates a strict no-pets policy for all bookings. Dog owners need to find alternative Lake District accommodation that welcomes animals. Many other cottages in the Ambleside area do accept dogs. The Troutbeck Valley offers excellent walking routes that would suit dogs, but guests cannot bring them to this property.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Thompson Cottage

The Mortal Man

Located 0.8 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA23 1PL

Wateredge Inn

Located 3.2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA23 1LF

Zeffirellis Ambleside

Located 2.4 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA22 9BZ

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Thompson Cottage

Does Thompson Cottage have a hot tub?
No, this property does not have a hot tub. The cottage does have two bathrooms including one with a bath and separate shower for relaxing after walks.
Is Thompson Cottage pet friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at Thompson Cottage. The property operates a strict no-pets policy for all guests.
How many people does Thompson Cottage sleep?
Thompson Cottage sleeps five guests across three bedrooms: one double, one twin and one single. Two bathrooms serve the property including a ground floor wet room.
What parking is available at Thompson Cottage?
The cottage provides off-road parking for two cars. Parking is included in the rental and located at the property.
What facilities does the kitchen have?
The kitchen has a gas oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washer/dryer and dishwasher. A dining area adjoins the kitchen with underfloor heating throughout.
Is Thompson Cottage suitable for elderly guests?
The property may not suit elderly guests due to the incline and eight steps leading to the rear lawn. The ground floor wet room does provide easier access than upstairs facilities.
What heating does Thompson Cottage have?
Gas central heating warms the whole property with underfloor heating in the kitchen. A woodburning stove in the sitting room provides additional warmth and atmosphere.
What time is check-in and check-out?
Check-in is at 4 PM and check-out is at 9 AM. Bed linen and towels are included in the rental price.

Thompson Cottage Reviews

For us, Thompson Cottage is in a wonderful location very quiet despite being only a short distance by car from both Ambleside and WIndermere. We loved the garden space and patio area, and were lucky enough with the weather to eat every evening outside. Beds were very comfortable and the cottage is comfortably furnished. I do think a few things could do with an upgrade more sharp knives and a larger sieve in the kitchen would be great for those who do more self catering than eating out. Previous guests had mentioned in July a broken drawer in the twin room which was not fixed by end of August, plus agree with a previous guest that new info is needed for the hob as the controls have worn off! The front door is very tricky to lock and needed multiple attempts each time we were concerned the lock would break. We were also unable to get the outhouse open for extra storage is the correct key provided? I'm aware this sounds nit picky for a 4 review but guess the owners will be unaware of issues if guests don't highlight them! Hope the owners can resolve issues with perhaps some time between bookings now the main summer season is coming to a close.
Victoria
The house was very comfortable, with a lovely garden and a great location. The kitchen is well supplied for cooking and eating in the house or outdoors, and the mattresses were particularly comfortable. Our only notes were that there were several spiders in the ground floor toilet ceiling corners, which made a few folks uneasyit would be great if that could be addressed! The main room could be made a bit more cosy with area lamps instead of only recessed lightingwere a bunch of readers and wouldve liked some softer lighting in the evenings. Would definitely book againexcellent value for a nice home away from home!
Matthew
A very comfortable and well maintained cottage in a convenient spot for Ambleside and Windermere with a car. Perfect for our stay. For the owner Our only suggestion would be to provide some instructions for the cooker settings because they've worn off. Thanks for a nice stay
Ausman
This cottage was gorgeous and comfortable for our family of 5. It was a lovely location to explore the Lake District being in between both windermere and ambleside. The garden is sooo pretty and the kids loved playing in it. Only request to the host would be to have more plates ans teaspoons to avoid having to turn the dishwasher on at every meal.
No problems at all everything was as written in the specification . The only thing I would have preferred was a larger duvet on the double bed but thats a personally preference .We would definitely stay there in the future
On the whole the property was well located, clean, tidy and warm. It was let down by the downstairs Bathroom, which was built as a wetroom, but as the whole room flooded when you had a shower it was impossible to get dried off, or use the room for some time afterwards. Also the Underfloor heating and fan in this room had major issues. We ended up not using the room for the rest of our stay. However the upstairs bathroom had a toilet, shower and bath which were well presented. The is also a lovely track coming off Holbeck Lane which takes you behind Low Wood Spa resort to the Main road. This makes walking to the Ambleside Waterhead pier in around 30mins possible. We would recommend to anyone looking for 3 bedroom accomodation within easy distance of Ambleside and Windermere, that they consider this property, especially if the 2nd shower room is not required.
Josephine
Lovely property. Would definately recommend it to anyone. Lovely position just outside beautiful Ambleside. My two sisters and I had a great time
Debbie
We had a lovely three days at Thompson cottage. Very comfortable and great location for Ambleside and Windermere. Would highly recommend it.
Norman
The property at Thompson Cottage was very comfortable and comfortable. The property was warm and in a good location. One down side is that it is listed for 5 people but the kitchen has only seating for 4 people.
Only one big bag available apart from that could not fault the place leave extras bin bags under the main build bag. Very clean and would highly recommend. David Sheen Stonehaven Scotland
A charming home. Well appointed and located . Everything was very comfortable and it was well equipped . Highly recommended
Rachel
Good points Lovely location, good parking, warm house and comfortable. The utility area is a great spot for shoes and coats. The WiFi was good and we didn't have any issues with it. Points to note The house was not cleaned to a satisfactory standard upon arrival. I had to clean the kitchen sides, the table cloth, the toilet and sink vanity unit. Plus we moved the coffee table to the side to allow a place for our young children to play and found it was not clean underneath. I had to hoover it. Not a great start especially given the fact the changeover is out at 9am, check in at 4pm. The kitchen is poorly equipped which could be easily rectified, something mentioned in previous comments. We did enjoy our stay but expected better levels of cleanliness from Sykes.
Christine
Cottage was comfortable, downstairs shower room could do with an upgrade floor water runs the wrong way and the cubicle up stairs door wont shut properly and seals need looking at. WiFi connection could be better not many suitable adult films if your renting in the winter. More cereal bowls would be good 2 out of the 4 were chipped and cracked. On a positive note we enjoyed our stay at Thompson Cottage. The weather was kind to us and we did a lot of walking.
Overall very happy with the house and it was in a brilliant location. Only suggested feedback would be an upgrade of WiFi, as it was pretty terrible. Also, the cleanliness of the propert could be slightly better, it was slightly dirty when we arrived. Also, a few more utensils in the kitchen, bigger pots etc. over all a great stay and would happily stay again
Great cottage in a nice area if you just want to chill out. Would highly recommend.
Jonathan
Well equipped overall though a few things are missing in the kitchen, given that up to 5 people could stay there chopping board, bigger pots and pans, more plates, an oven dish also scissors! . Soap holder in the shower is broken. Hot water failed three times during our stay, requiring a boiler restart this needs looking at message was something like pump fault, water shortage.
Jonathan
Lovely cottage, really warming and homely. It was the perfect size for what we needed and the garden was lovely too. There were a few utensils and bits that the kitchen didnt have that would have helped us for cooking but other than that we loved it and would definitely consider staying again.
The property was everything we needed and more. We stayed as we were attending a wedding locally. It was very comfortable and plenty of space for 4 adults and a toddler. Thank you to the owners for the home comforts down to playing cards and small mirror for checking back of wedding hair. We would love to come back and explore the beautiful area
Richard
We really enjoyed our stay here. House was excellent. Only small niggle was that we couldnt find any guidance on the oven and dishwasher functions as the symbols on the machines had been rubbed off due to lots of past usage.
From booking the holiday to leaving the property, using Sykes was painless and easy. Regular email updates made it simple to check in and out and and had all the other necessary information to make it a comfortable stay The cottage as beautifully kept and in a lovely locating very close to all the amenities that Ambleside has to offer.
Teresa
Well placed accommodation for access to Lake District attractions and well ... Well placed accommodation for access to Lake District attractions and well equipped house One or two minor house keeping points left with owner none of which have affected our holiday
Frances
Lovely cottage which was clean and comfortable. The area is beautiful with lots to do for families.
There were some minor issues such as certain lights not working ,draws in sideboards broken a lack of certain kitchen ware and it was unclear if there were to be 5 people staying how room could be made in the dining area to accomodate everybody.
Fantastic location, just far enough away from Ambleside.
CUTLERY AND POTTERY NEEDS UPDATING NO CUPS OR SAUCERS JUST AN ASORTMENT OF ... CUTLERY AND POTTERY NEEDS UPDATING NO CUPS OR SAUCERS JUST AN ASORTMENT OF MUGS NEEDS LARGER DOUBLE BEDS VERY CLEAN WILL NOT BOOK AGAIN AS CURRENT COST OF RENT DOES NOT JUSIFY
An excellent base and an excellent cottage, very clean and tidy. Slightly away from Ambleside which was nice and peaceful but close enough if you needed anything. Only one small issue was the broken peeler in the draw, but that just needed a replacement. Overall an excellent break
We cannot recommend this cottage as it had not been cleaned to a satisfactory standard, especially bearing in mind Covid19. Four adults from our group spent the first two hours remedying the situation. The following points are just some of the problems we encountered. The kitchen lacked the expected cleanliness the fridge had food remnants on the shelves and there was mould growing on one of them, the microwave had food splatters on the inside, there were food crumbs, etc. on work tops and the oven was covered in burnt food residues. Both the wet room and shower had pink and black moulds growing on the shower heads and in several other areas. The childs cot was stained and dirty. Many contact surfaces e.g. the bannisters felt sticky and grimy and there was clumps of hair on the lounge carpet. Although the cottage sleeps five, there are only four dining chairs. We numbered five adults, plus a toddler using a booster seat. The TV was not connected to the outside Freeview cable. Following the thunderstorm, the Wifi did not work and a password was not provided to remedy the problem.
Really nice cottage, in a great location for Lake Windermere and the ghylls, fells, tarns and peaks around Ambleside, and beyond. Super quiet and well appointed. Underfloor heating in the main bathroom was very special too
Tracey
Lovely little cottage in excellent location. Felt like a home away from home ! Xx
Elizabeth
Lovely accommodation, felt at home as soon as we walked in the door. The cleanliness was impeccable and the cottage just oozed comfort. Beautiful area and lovely garden. Would highly recommend.
The cottage was so cosy and clean, situated in a very peaceful neighbourhood and close to many sights. It looked even better than in the pictures! There was roomy parking space, which was such a relief! The kitchen has every utensil you would need. There were plenty of maps and leaflets, as well as board games. The rooms were great, everything was so tidy and the finishing touches made it very homely. Only thing that we would have liked was more toilet paper as there were only two rolls provided for three nights and four people. Other than that, we had such an enjoyable stay thank you so much!
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