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Squirrel's Nest is a haven for relaxation, nestled in the heart of Ambleside. With its picture-perfect views of Loughrigg and the Fairfield Horseshoe, this second-floor apartment boasts a cozy living room with smart TV and electric fire. Enjoy al fresco dining on your private balcony or take advantage of the shared BBQ area in the garden.

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Badgers Rake 12 Squirrels Nest

Laundry facilities and a garden are available at this smoke-free cottage. The cottage features free WiFi, a washing machine and a kitchen with a dishwasher.
Guests can surf the web using complimentary wireless Internet access. This accommodation has kitchens with dishwashers.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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Rules

The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: This property accepts a maximum of 1 pet(s)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

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About the area

Ambleside is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Windermere and Ullswater. Treetop Trek and Holehird Gardens are also worth visiting. Visit our Ambleside travel guide
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What's nearby

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    Lake Windermere
    15 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Ambleside showing cruising, a lake or waterhole and kayaking or canoeing
    Ambleside Pier
    16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Ambleside Climbing Wall
    6 min walk - 0.5 km
  • White Platts Recreation Ground
    9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Stock Ghyll Force
    16 min walk - 1.4 km

Getting around

  • Windermere Station
    13 min drive

Restaurants

  • Freshers’ Cafe
    13 min walk
  • Zeffirellis
    13 min walk
  • Wateredge Inn
    13 min walk
  • Rothay Manor Hotel
    13 min walk
  • Waterhead Hotel
    13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Badgers Rake 12 Squirrels Nest pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Badgers Rake 12 Squirrels Nest?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Badgers Rake 12 Squirrels Nest?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Badgers Rake 12 Squirrels Nest?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Badgers Rake 12 Squirrels Nest located?

Situated in Ambleside, this cottage is within a 15-minute walk of Ambleside Climbing Wall and Lake Windermere. White Platts Recreation Ground and Borrans Park are also within 15 minutes.

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Badgers Rake 12 Squirrels Nest Reviews

Reviews

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 10 out of 17 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 7 out of 17 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 17 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 17 reviews

10

Cleanliness

9.0

Location

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8/10 Good

Allen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A comfortable stay

Very clean, very comfortable but, best of all, extremely well equipped (probably as good as I've experienced). Also, the effort put into the Christmas decorations was much appreciated.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Clifford Jamieson

We had an excellent weeks stay at Badgers Rake 12 and would definitely stay here again.

We had an excellent weeks stay at Badgers Rake 12 and would definitely stay here again. Everything in the flat is just perfect and being on the second floor one gets the most amazing views over Ambleside to the fells beyond. Just one thing to be aware of, if walking from the main road into Ambleside, Badgers Rake is up a fairly short but very steep hill.
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10/10 Excellent

Jill

Great views over Ambleside & beyond - we were lucky to see it under a cloud inversion with blue skie

Great views over Ambleside & beyond - we were lucky to see it under a cloud inversion with blue skies above. Also views down to the garden with lots of birds around. Recently done & well equipped kitchen & bathroom. Clear to see that the owners furnish & equip it to a high standard.Worth noting that apartment is on 2nd floor with no lift but not a problem for us. There didn’t seem to be any other residents in the rest of the block most of the time we were there which just enhanced the peace & quiet. Loved our stay here.
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8/10 Good

Norman Craig

We’ve been many times.

We’ve been many times. That I’d guess speaks for itself.
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10/10 Excellent

Paul Richardson

Excellent flat, well equipped & good value.

Excellent flat, well equipped & good value.At the top of a steep road so maybe not for the less agile.Seems a lot of previous moans have been acted upon & sorted.

10/10 Excellent

Rolf W.

Liked: Cleanliness, location, listing accuracy

no comment

good
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025
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10/10 Excellent

Russell

This apartment is in perfect location This apartment is in perfect location.

This apartment is in perfect location This apartment is in perfect location. Watching the sunset over the mountains, birds flying around the garden and watching the bats come out in the eves. A short walk to town. Waterfall nearby. The apartment it self was well equipped with everything you need. Plenty of space for 4 people. Drinking coffee on the balcony watching the sunshine on the mountains. Could do with a lick of paint above the balcony, but it hasn’t put me off, i’ve booked to stay there again next year Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

John

Very clean with everything you could need in a holiday let.

Very clean with everything you could need in a holiday let. The view is spectacular! Very comfortable bed, so good we even had a sneaky look at the mattress and may invest in one. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

Luke

The location was excellent, even with the steep climb up the hill! Although that gave us fantastic v

The location was excellent, even with the steep climb up the hill! Although that gave us fantastic views from the living room and kitchen balcony. One small issue, some of the kitchen utensils could do with an upgrade, but we managed fine. Parking space and garage really useful. We particularly liked the large living room with faux open fire and beautiful peaky views. Had a fantastic time, probably our best trip to the Lakes so far and Badgers Rake made for an excellent nest  Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

tony

Badgers Rake is a great apartment for exploring the wonderful Lake District landscape and mountains

Badgers Rake is a great apartment for exploring the wonderful Lake District landscape and mountains in the Ambleside area. You can walk out the door and up amazing mountains and are on the foothills of the Fairfield Horseshoe - a classic Lake District mountain walk. A real highlight of the apartment is the views from both the large sitting room window and the balcony off the dining area as the apartment is on the 2nd floor of the building - absolutely stunning views of the Horseshoe mountain range! It's a bit of a steep 10 minute climb walk out of Ambleside centre to the apartment - not for the weak or frail. But what do you expect when you're in the Lake District! You're going to be walking up some steep hills. Lots of amenities and places to eat & drink in Ambleside. Good facilities in the apartment too. Also lovely and quiet as you're out of the town centre. Thoroughly recommended - I will be revisiting this apartment- but out of season! Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

M.

Fantastic views from the lounge and kitchen/dining area windows.

Fantastic views from the lounge and kitchen/dining area windows. Well equipped and warm. The downside is that it is two storeys up and no lift.
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8/10 Good

Peter

Excellent views over Ambleside from the large windows and the balcony.

Excellent views over Ambleside from the large windows and the balcony. Up a steep hill so unsuitable for anyone unfit or young children. Very comfortable double bed (didn't try the two single beds). Well equipped kitchen. Lounge furniture dated and a little worn. Bathroom spacious but could do with updating. Bath with shower over. Heating is difficult to control (warm air, storage heaters).
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8/10 Good

Niki

Fantastic view from living room and balcony next to dining room.

Fantastic view from living room and balcony next to dining room.
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8/10 Good

Susan

Location is up a steep hill so if you struggle with walking it may challenge.

Location is up a steep hill so if you struggle with walking it may challenge. The view is worth it! Picture window sets the panoramic aspect. Beds great. Rooms all very nice and overall very clean. Few minor bits but nothing much to bother over. Our toilet broke but maintenance came within an hour without problem and fixed it. Quiet location in residential area which suited us but again up several flights of stairs - made for a great view! Hairdryer, towels, nice quality bedding, we all said we would return.
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10/10 Excellent

E

Excellent
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8/10 Good

Stanley

W

We would like to think that should we return to the Lakes for a break, this would be on our list for a return visit, lovely views!!!
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8/10 Good

We've stayed many times, which probably says it all.

We've stayed many times, which probably says it all.