Luxury Holiday Cottages in Rydal

Luxurious Rydal Self-Catering Accommodation

Rydal is a quiet, scenic hamlet tucked between Ambleside and Grasmere, just a couple of miles in either direction along the A591.

It’s a place that feels calm and unspoilt, with strong ties to the area’s literary past—Wordsworth lived at Rydal Mount for the last years of his life, and you can still visit the house and gardens today.

Laik’s holiday properties in Rydal combine stylish interiors with the cosy warmth of a Lakeland home, perfect for couples seeking romance, families craving adventure, or solo travellers chasing calm.

Pick your cottage today and let Rydal’s serenity unfold.

Ambleside, South Lakes

6 Guests

3 Bedrooms

2 Bathrooms

Gable End, a luxury apartment for couples and families in the heart of Ambleside.

Ambleside, South Lakes

2 Guests

1 Bedrooms

1 Bathrooms

Old Village Shop is a spacious one bedroom ground floor apartment in the Conservation area of Ambleside, convenient for walks from the door and all the village amenities.

Ambleside, South Lakes

4 Guests

2 Bedrooms

3 Bathrooms

Beautifully Renovated Apartment in the Heart of Ambleside

Ambleside, South Lakes

6 Guests

3 Bedrooms

3 Bathrooms

Herdwick Cottage – stylish 3 bed, 3 bath cottage in central Ambleside, offering open plan living, log burner and cosy bedrooms.

Ambleside, South Lakes

2 Guests

1 Bedrooms

1 Bathrooms

Beautiful ground, floor apartment offering spacious living, perfect for an elegant Lake District escape with your four-legged friend.

Ambleside, Clappersgate, South Lakes

8 Guests

4 Bedrooms

2 Bathrooms

17th Century Character Cottage by the River Brathay nestled in between Ambleside and Skelwith Bridge.

Ambleside, South Lakes

4 Guests

2 Bedrooms

2 Bathrooms

A family-friendly, stylish 2-bedroom apartment in the heart of Ambleside.

Ambleside, South Lakes

4 Guests

2 Bedrooms

1 Bathrooms

Beautiful apartment offering spacious living and glorious views—perfect for an elegant Lake District escape.

Ambleside, South Lakes

4 Guests

2 Bedrooms

2 Bathrooms

A top-floor, Scandi-inspired apartment with stunning views, super central, designed for stylish getaways.

Why Rydal is a Great Place to Stay

Rydal is a quiet, scenic hamlet tucked between Ambleside and Grasmere, just a couple of miles in either direction along the A591. It sits on the edge of Rydal Water, one of the smaller lakes, and offers easy access to some of the most beautiful low-level walks in the central Lakes—including the popular route along the coffin trail that links Grasmere and Ambleside through woods, meadows, and lakeside paths.

It’s a place that feels calm and unspoilt, with strong ties to the area’s literary past—Wordsworth lived at Rydal Mount for the last years of his life, and you can still visit the house and gardens today. Whether you’re walking the Loughrigg Terrace with views over the water or dipping your toes in at the shoreline, Rydal is all about slowing down and soaking up the landscape.

Laik’s luxury cottages blend stylish comfort with authentic Lakeland warmth, which is ideal for couples, families, or solo travellers seeking adventure or calm.

Book your Penruddock escape now and discover the best of the Lake District at your doorstep.

A better way to let The Lakes

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