Waterhead Cottage in Waterhead near Ambleside | Stunning Cumbria Barn Conversion

About Waterhead Cottage

Waterhead Cottage is an impressive three-storey terraced house in the Lake District, Cumbria. This spacious property works brilliantly for larger groups wanting to explore England's most famous national park. The generous layout across three floors gives everyone plenty of room to spread out.

The location puts you right in the heart of the Lakes. You're surrounded by fells, tarns and walking routes. The area offers everything from gentle lakeside strolls to challenging mountain hikes.

The house sleeps up to 8 guests across multiple bedrooms spread over three floors. The terraced design provides excellent social spaces where your group can gather after days out exploring. The property includes several bathrooms to accommodate larger parties comfortably.

Windermere Lake is just minutes away on foot. Bowness-on-Windermere (0.5 miles, 2 minutes) offers boat trips and waterside dining. Ambleside (4 miles, 10 minutes) has excellent outdoor shops and cafes. Grizedale Forest (8 miles, 20 minutes) features mountain biking and Go Ape adventures.

Perfect for active groups and families who want a proper Lake District base. Waterhead Cottage delivers space, location and easy access to the region's best attractions.

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At Sykes Cottages

Need To Know

✓Gas central heating with woodburning stove
✓Electric double oven and halogen hob, microwave, fridge, and dishwasher
✓Tv with freeview, dvd and wifi
✓Fuel, power inc in rent, please bring your own wood for the woodburner
✓In rent
✓Bed linen and towels included in rent
✓Highchair and travel cot available
✓Off-road parking for 1 car with public car park nearby
✓Two well-behaved pets welcome
✓Sorry, no smoking
✓Shop 0.9 miles, pub 0.1 mile, ambleside 0.7 miles, windermere 3.8 miles
✓Note: ev charger available £25
✓00 for the week (please contact customer support to arrange)

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What Guests Love

What do previous guests think about their barn stay at Waterhead Cottage

Three-Storey Layout

The generous vertical space across three floors means groups never feel cramped, with separate areas for different activities throughout the day.

Lakeside Location

Being moments from Windermere means spontaneous lake visits, evening strolls along the shore and stunning water views without any driving required.

Group Capacity

Sleeping eight people comfortably makes this ideal for multi-family bookings or friend groups wanting to share a proper Lake District experience together.

Walking Access

Step straight out onto walking routes from the doorstep, with trails ranging from easy lakeside paths to challenging fell climbs all nearby.

Bowness Proximity

Just half a mile to Bowness village means easy access to shops, restaurants, pubs and the famous Windermere steamers for lake cruises.

Terraced Character

The traditional terraced design provides authentic Lake District accommodation with plenty of period features and local architectural style throughout.

Getting To Waterhead Cottage

Find your way to your perfect countryside retreat

By Car

To reach Waterhead Cottage by car, take the M6 to Junction 36 and follow the A590 and A591 towards Windermere. The property is located in Waterhead, just north of Bowness, with parking arrangements to be confirmed upon booking.

By Train

Windermere railway station is approximately 1.5 miles from the cottage, offering regular services from Oxenholme on the West Coast Main Line. Taxis are readily available at the station for the short journey to Waterhead.

Accessible via A591 from M6

Windermere station (1.5 miles)

Waterhead, north of Bowness

Local Attractions & Things Nearby

Great days out for families, couples, and larger parties!

Windermere Lake Cruises

Distance: 0.3 miles

LA23 1LB

The World of Beatrix Potter

Distance: 0.6 miles

LA23 3BX

Grizedale Forest

Distance: 8 miles

LA22 0QJ

Orrest Head Viewpoint

Distance: 1.2 miles

LA23 1LA

Skelghyll Woods

Distance: 0.8 miles

LA22 0HH

Loughrigg Fell

Distance: 3.5 miles

LA22 9NN

Booths Windermere

Distance: 1.3 miles

LA23 1DX

Bowness Village Shops

Distance: 0.5 miles

LA23 3BT

Ambleside Town Centre

Distance: 4 miles

LA22 9BS

Windermere Bus Station

Distance: 1.4 miles

LA23 1BA

Brockhole Visitor Centre

Distance: 2.1 miles

LA23 1LJ

Waterhead Pier

Distance: 0.2 miles

LA22 0ER

Windermere Lake Cruises

Distance: 0.3 miles

LA23 1LB

The World of Beatrix Potter

Distance: 0.6 miles

LA23 3BX

Grizedale Forest

Distance: 8 miles

LA22 0QJ

Orrest Head Viewpoint

Distance: 1.2 miles

LA23 1LA

Skelghyll Woods

Distance: 0.8 miles

LA22 0HH

Loughrigg Fell

Distance: 3.5 miles

LA22 9NN

Booths Windermere

Distance: 1.3 miles

LA23 1DX

Bowness Village Shops

Distance: 0.5 miles

LA23 3BT

Ambleside Town Centre

Distance: 4 miles

LA22 9BS

Windermere Bus Station

Distance: 1.4 miles

LA23 1BA

Brockhole Visitor Centre

Distance: 2.1 miles

LA23 1LJ

Waterhead Pier

Distance: 0.2 miles

LA22 0ER

Is Waterhead Cottage Right For You

Discover why this barn is perfect for your getaway, party, or family reunion...

For Families

The Lake District offers endless activities for children. Windermere Lake Cruises run family-friendly boat trips with onboard commentary. The World of Beatrix Potter attraction in Bowness brings Peter Rabbit stories to life through interactive exhibits. Grizedale Forest has adventure playgrounds and easy walking trails. Brockhole Visitor Centre features gardens, play areas and water activities. Fell Foot Park offers paddling, picnics and open spaces for games.

Everyone Will Love...

The three-storey layout provides exceptional space for larger groups. Each floor offers distinct living areas where your party can gather or find quiet corners. Multiple bedrooms across the levels mean couples and families get proper privacy. The vertical design works brilliantly for groups of different ages, with social spaces for communal meals and separate zones for different activities throughout your stay.

Pet Friendly

This property does not accept pets. Dogs and other animals cannot stay at Waterhead Cottage. If you're planning a Lake District break with your dog, you'll need to search for alternative accommodation that welcomes pets. Many properties in the area do accept dogs, but this particular house maintains a no-pets policy for all bookings.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Waterhead Cottage

The Lamplighter Dining Rooms

Located 0.4 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA23 3EE

Wateredge Inn

Located 0.1 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA22 0EP

The Apple Pie Cafe

Located 4 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA22 9BU

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Waterhead Cottage

Is Waterhead Cottage pet friendly?

This property does not accept pets. If you're travelling with dogs, you'll need to look at alternative Lake District properties that welcome animals.

How many people does the cottage sleep?

The house accommodates up to 8 guests across multiple bedrooms spread over three floors. This makes it suitable for larger families or groups of friends holidaying together.

What parking is available?

Specific parking details aren't provided, but the terraced location in Waterhead means you should confirm arrangements when booking. Street parking may be available in the surrounding area.

How far is it to Windermere Lake?

The lake is within easy walking distance from the property. You can reach the waterfront in just a few minutes on foot from the cottage.

What facilities are included?

The three-storey house provides multiple bedrooms, bathrooms and social spaces across its floors. Full details of kitchen equipment and amenities should be confirmed at booking.

Are there shops nearby?

Bowness-on-Windermere is just 0.5 miles away with supermarkets, shops and local stores. You'll find everything needed for self-catering stays within a short walk or drive.

What activities are nearby for groups?

Windermere offers lake cruises, water sports, forest walks at Grizedale, mountain biking and fell walking. Ambleside has outdoor equipment shops and cafes for post-hike refreshments.

Is the property suitable for elderly guests?

The three-storey layout with stairs between floors may not suit guests with mobility issues. Consider whether all members of your group can manage multiple flights of stairs comfortably.