Croft Head, Ambleside

About this property

Croft Head is a beautiful 17th Century detached cottage just 3/4 mile from the village, in the hamlet of Colthouse. This is a real gem of a property set in a quiet rural location with its own well cared for garden and fabulous views. The cottage is steeped in history and retains many original features, including beams, some of which are thought to be derived from the many ships of the Spanish Armada, which were wrecked off the Cumbrian coast.

The owners have created a welcoming cottage ideal for family holidays. The enclosed garden is a real delight, with the lawn sweeping down to its own stream, complete with small cascade - great for paddling and trout 'tickling' (children should be supervised at all times). A Lakeland slate terrace surrounds the house with seating which is a perfect place to sit and admire the surrounding views and tranquility of this lovely location. There are many walks straight from the door, including a 1/2 mile footpath that takes you into the village.The tiled hallway has plenty of space for coats and boots and there is a downstairs toilet. There are two reception rooms at the front of the cottage. The living /dining room has deep leather settees and stove, Satellite Freeview TV, DVD and phone. There is a large dining table with plenty of room for family meals. The very well equipped kitchen has a quarry tiled floor, electric oven and hob, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer and microwave.

The second reception room is set up as a playroom with games, toys, books, TV and DVD .

A small flight of stairs leads to the newly refurbished bathroom with whirlpool jacuzzi bath (perfect after a day on the fells), shower cubicle, basin and WC. Continuing up the stairs there are four pretty bedrooms all offering delightful views. Two doubles with kingsized beds, one of with an ensuite with shower, basin and wc, one twin and a pretty room with low single bed.

Outside there are 2 delightful seating area on a patio which run round the building and lovely sloping lawns with plenty of space for all the family to relax.