Guests say
Cornerstones is a well-renovated, comfortable cottage praised for its prime location in Ambleside, with easy access to local amenities. Guests appreciate the included parking permits and find the property clean, spacious, and well-equipped. While some minor maintenance issues are noted, the overall experience is highly regarded, making it a recommended stay.
The majority of guests found the cottage to be spotlessly clean and well-maintained, though there was a single mention of stained carpet and chipped crockery, suggesting room for improvement.
The location is consistently lauded for being central and convenient, with easy access to supermarkets, restaurants, buses, and local attractions, making it an ideal base for exploring Ambleside.
Guests describe the cottage as comfortable, with a high standard of renovation and a cosy atmosphere. The property is considered a comfortable place to stay, with effective tips for maintaining indoor temperature.
While the property is generally well-equipped and guests are pleased with the facilities, there are comments about the need for better kitchen utensils, the provision of only one log for the fire, and the lack of replacement bags, indicating some areas for improvement.
There are no specific mentions of gifts or special thoughtful touches provided by the host, so it is not possible to assess this category.
About this property
Carefully renovated, Cornerstones offers high quality accommodation in a modern style..
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: TV, CD Player, Bluetooth Speaker, Woodburner
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher
Utility Room: Freezer, Washer Dryer
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
Second Floor:
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds.
Gas central heating, underfloor heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Logs for wood burner available locally. Cot and highchair.. Small rear patio. 2 parking permits; one for on road on Compston Street and the other for all sldc car parks. No smoking. Please note: In an event of an emergency access is available through a fire window on the first floor.. Ambleside is certainly a tourist hot spot due to its central Lakes location, enjoying a fantastic array of specialist shops and excellent facilities for dining out. Cornerstones is situated in the centre of the village, handy for all your holiday needs.
Carefully renovated, Cornerstones offers high quality accommodation in a fresh modern style and has been sympathetically restored to maintain its character features, including slate floors, and a welcoming wood burner.
Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Free WiFi
In case of fire, escape may involve using first floor fire escape windows.
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
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 (16)
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Douglas
Had a great pre-Christmas long weekend at this property. Look forward to returning next year.
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Catherine
Lovely cottage, would recommend. Centrally located. Good condition throughout. Nice fire.
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Lisa
A lovely cottage in a great location. Well situated in Ambleside for easy waking acces to all amenities.