About this property
Set at the foot of the dramatic Kirkstone Pass, just a stone’s throw away from the centre of Ambleside, is this charming and distinctive holiday home. Spread over three floors, Heron Cottage offers a great spot from which to explore the incredible scenery of the Lake District National Park, whether you’re travelling as a couple, a family or a group of four who seek an unforgettable adventure in the great outdoors. Unload your belongings outside the front door before heading into the bright and welcoming open-plan living space, home to an inviting sitting area with a striking gas fire, a large and sociable dining table and a fully-fitted kitchen boasting a wide range of appliances such as an electric oven and gas hob, as well as a handy washer/dryer. Walk past your attractive dining and kitchen area to climb the staircase, which is full of natural light, arriving at a spacious and grand king-size bedroom featuring a beautiful bay window, sleek TV and a gorgeous en-suite shower. An additional staircase will lead you up to an elegant twin bedroom with spectacular views towards the towering Fairfield, as well as a sophisticated en-suite bathroom where you can delight in a long afternoon soak in the roomy tub. When you can just about tear yourself away from this homely abode, be sure to take a relaxing stroll to the centre of Ambleside for a quick browse in the quirky independent stores, or grab a bite to eat at one of the many friendly cafés that line the cobbled streets. Continue on to Waterhead and embark on a scenic cruise along Windermere, or why not hire your very own peddle boat for the day and explore the breath-taking and secluded bays that rest along the shores? If you feel more adventurous, set out on one of the many spectacular walks available from your doorstep; walk through lovely Rothay Park, go over the charming stone bridge, then push up to Todd Crag where you will be rewarded with magnificent views of the length of Lake Windermere and the breath-taking countryside beyond. See the cascading waters of Stock Ghyll Force and the historic remains of Ambleside Roman Fort, or visit attractions such as Rydal Mount and Gardens and the National Trust Wray Castle. Set off for the day to discover the area’s charming villages and hamlets, sparkling lakes and dramatic valleys, before returning to the warm embrace of your home-away-from-home for a relaxing evening indoors. Live incredible moments with your loved ones on an escape to the Lake District at Heron Cottage.
Ambleside is a charming cobbled town set at the Northern Tip of England's largest lake, Windermere. Complemented by a wide selection of cafés, pubs, restaurants and shops, this town has all the essential amenities for a smooth-sailing self-catering stay. Grasmere and Bowness-on-Windermere can be found within a pleasant distance, and the village of Conniston offers a wonderful day out for everyone to enjoy.
Accommodation
Three-storey cottage.
Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size with TV and en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x second-floor twin with en-suite bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area.
Gas central heating.
Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge, washer/dryer, dishwasher, Smart TV with Freeview, DVD, and WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot and highchair included Parking permit for one car in local car park or roadside parking on the street at How Head behind the cottage.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 0.2 miles, pub 0.1 miles.
Note: Check-in at 4pm, check-out at 10:00am
Nearby points of interest
- Hayes Garden World Ambleside
- Beatrix Potter Gallery, Hawkshead
- Hawkshead Grammar School Museum
- The World of Beatrix Potter
- Lakes Aquarium
- Lake District National Park
- Lake Windermere
- Esthwaite Water
- Lodore Falls
- Church of St Olaf
Reviews (22)
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Lynne
On arrival, late afternoon, having been up from 6am traveling, we were disappointed to find the room cold, with minimal central heating. Further, NO instructions for the heating or gas fire. The lounge was dusty with rubbish behind the furniture, under seat cushions, etc; looking rundown and desperately in need of a LOT of TLC. Previous guests had commented on âproblemsâ, none of which had been rectified. Clutter in all rooms. Lights not working properly throughout the property. Rubbish on top of wardrobe. Shower on first floor STILL hot/cold, potential to scald, no hand rail even though steep step out of shower, extractor fan âthickâ in dust and not removing steam. Sink tap loose! Picture on first floor landing âstillâ on floor! (See previous reviews) . Eventually on WEDNESDAY, following 2 visits to your office, a maintenance man attended, and on our return the gas fire was âonâ, and a note stating âset the thermostat to manual so just need to turn it up or downâ; but no mention of where to find the thermostat. Also an attempt had been made to âcleanâ the property. On going to bed Wednesday evening, switched gas fire off, and would not reignite on Thursday evening. All in all, very disappointed with the cottage.
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Joy
Living area slightly dark, but it's part of the charm of a older property Bedrooms lovely deco, you can tell a lot of thought went into them, beds are so comfy slept better than I do at home! En-suites a lovely extra and really hot powerful showers I will definitely book again
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Angela
It was comfortable and clean, but and this is a big big but, the shower was unforgivable. My daughter was taking a shower and the temperature knob was jammed on hot and she was burned. She had a visible mark on her arm. When we contacted Sykes, they had someone come and sort it out quite quickly, which is great. When I went back to look at reviews for the cottage on your website, the first review I came across was by Wioletta, who said that they had attempted to contact the owners twice about the malfunctioning shower with no joy. I am shocked that nobody paid any attention to the complaint and feel itâs really inexcusable and negligent on your part. My daughter is an adult, but if she had been a child, the outcome could have been much much worse. Other than the shower issue, there was a picture sitting on the stairwell. When we looked, there was a nail in the wall with a note on it saying not to try to re-hang it because the nail hole needed re-sighting. There were also no normal sized dinner plates, which was irritating and none of the condiments that we are used to finding when we book a holiday home were provided. We all had a laugh about the tiny sample of dish washing liquid we were provided with. So to sum it up, overall the cottage needs some TLC and updating. We would not wish to stay at Heron Cottage again.