Guests say
Kelsick Heights is a well-furnished, spacious property with a central location in Ambleside, offering easy access to local amenities and the Lake District. Guests appreciate the clean, tidy environment and the well-equipped kitchen. The property's location, while convenient, does bring some noise from the street and nearby pubs, particularly at night. Parking is available, though it can be tight. Some guests noted issues with maintenance and the need for better windows to mitigate noise.
The property is generally found to be very clean and tidy, with only a few isolated comments suggesting that cleaning could be more thorough in some instances, such as an unemptied dishwasher and items found under cushions.
The central location is highly praised for its convenience and proximity to local shops and attractions. However, the central position also contributes to noise issues, which has affected the sleep quality of some guests.
The property is described as spacious and well furnished, with a jacuzzi bath and comfortable living spaces. However, some guests have reported uncomfortable beds in the twin room and issues with temperature control in the showers.
The property is well-equipped with a modern kitchen and good Wi-Fi. However, there are several reports of maintenance issues such as broken blinds, a leaking tap, and inadequate windows for noise insulation, which suggest room for improvement.
There is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the hosts. Therefore, this category cannot be scored.
About this property
The Twin Bedroom will be a Super Kingsize Bed from November 2026
Ambleside is a true Lake District village with facilities and amenities for all, there is a large selection of shops ranging from walking and climbing to antiques and art galleries. Numerous restaurants, tea rooms and bars provide a welcoming ambience in which to relax and enjoy the company of friends and family or get to know the locals. Some of the best walks can be enjoyed in and around Ambleside, Stockghyll Falls and Wansfell can be walked straight from the door or jump in the car or an open top bus and head towards Grasmere or Langdale where you will find some of the best walks and dramatic scenery the Lakes have to offer.
Accommodation
Second storey apartment.
Two bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite shower room with hand basin and WC, 1 x twin bedroom (will become a Super King size bed from November 2026).
Bathroom with Jacuzzi bath, separate shower cubicle, hand basin and WC.
Living room.
Dining/kitchen.
Gas oven and hob, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, microwave.
TV and CD.
Wi-Fi.
Gas central heating.
Gas and electricity included.
Bed linen and towels provided.
Cot available.
Off-road parking for 1 car.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shops, pubs and restaurants 5 mins walk.
Lake Windermere 5 min walk.
There is no garden.
Please note: the apartment is accessed via an external staircase.
Nearby points of interest
- Hayes Garden World Ambleside
- Beatrix Potter Gallery, Hawkshead
- Hawkshead Grammar School Museum
- The World of Beatrix Potter
- Lakes Aquarium
- Lakeland Motor Museum
- Lake District National Park
- Lake Windermere
- Esthwaite Water
- Lodore Falls
Reviews (18)
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Daniel
THE LOCK ON THE FRONT DOOR NEEDS REPAIRING OR REPLACING as upon arrival the lock was very stiff and fiddly. The tv in the lounge had tp be replaced with the one in the smaller room durting our stay as the tv had no wifi connection and couldnt download any channels. then the dvd player was too advanced for the tv so in my opinion the lounge tv needs upgrading. With all this to say, the porperty was equisite, with a homely feel. The equipment provided was the best i have ever seen, with paella pans, baking trays, muffin trays, irons etc. Would reccomend this property alot, just a dissapointment about the few things that let it down
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Elaine
Dishwasher wasnât emptied and tv remote under cushions in main room suggested that hasnât been tidied / cleaned appropriately. Also feels like things are rationed - only two people staying but we had to buy toilet roll, no washing machine detergent and only 3 dishwasher tabs. More effort could be made. Also maintainence needed - blind in bathroom broken
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Judith
It was not clear that we had to go to two separate place for bottles and cardboard and there was no obvious information about plastics.