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Thompson Cottage is a lovely, semi-detached cottage set in a charming country location, 2.3 miles from Ambleside in the Lake District National Park. With three bedrooms including a double, a twin and a single, this cottage can sleep up to five people. There's also a first floor family bathroom along with a ground floor wet room. Also on the ground floor is a kitchen with dining area, a utility room and a sitting room with woodburner. Outside, there is a rear lawned garden with raised patio and furniture along with a front patio area with furniture and off road parking for two cars. There's also lockable bike storage available. With wonderful walks from the doorstep and lots of the things to see and do nearby, Thompson Cottage is a fantastic holiday home is a delightful location. Note: This property accepts minimum 3 nights stays only. Note: There are 8 steps down to the rear lawn from the patio. Please Note: this property may not be suitable for parties of over 4 adults due to the layout of the property, and as the main bathroom will be shared. Note: This property accepts minimum 3 nights stays only. Note: There are 8 steps down to the rear lawn from the patio. Please Note: This property may not be suitable for parties of over 4 adults due to the layout of the property, and as the main bathroom will be shared.

Lying at the northern tip of Lake Windermere, England’s largest lake, Ambleside makes a superb base for touring the central Lakes, with Grasmere and the Langdale Valley just a short drive away. There is plenty to do here - cruises, boat trips and watersports on Lake Windermere itself and numerous shops, restaurants and pubs in the village to suit all tastes.