Guests say
Cosy Cottage in Ambleside is highly praised for its cleanliness, modern facilities while retaining a charming cottage feel, and its central location close to local amenities. Guests appreciate the thoughtful touches, including a deli credit, and recommend the property for its comfort and convenience.
Guests are delighted with the cleanliness of the cottage, mentioning its excellent condition and the provision of fluffy towels, which suggests a high standard of hygiene and care.
The cottage's location is celebrated for being central and convenient, with easy access to local shops, pubs, and restaurants, making it an ideal base for exploring Ambleside.
The property is consistently described as cosy and comfortable, with modern amenities like smart TV and Wi-Fi. However, the mention of its smaller size compared to other cottages suggests a slightly lower score.
Facilities are generally well-received, with modern touches appreciated. However, some maintenance issues like a non-functioning toilet flush button and a request for cleaner windows indicate room for improvement.
The thoughtful gesture of a deli credit is warmly mentioned by a guest, adding to the welcoming experience. However, as gifts are not consistently referenced, it is politely noted that such kindnesses are a bonus rather than a guarantee.
About this property
Cosy Cottage is nestled alongside some of the oldest and most attractive traditional cottages in the charming village of Ambleside and is a lovingly refurbished Lakeland cottage offering a characterful accommodation for two couples, a family, or friends looking for a getaway to Cumbria. Be welcomed by the beautiful exterior of this property and enter into a homely abode settled over three floors, boasting an opulent open-plan living space, and a Lakeland theme throughout, with well-thought-out features including slate worktops and local artwork. This stunning social hub offers a well-fitted kitchen with contemporary amenities, ideal for cooking up a storm, which can be enjoyed with a glass of fizz at the dining table.
This beautiful space houses a stylish sitting area with an exposed brick fireplace hosting a glowing woodburning stove, ideal for cosy nights reading whilst warming your feet. The opulence of this incredible property is continued into two gorgeous bedrooms, one with an en-suite shower room, and both serviced by a bathroom where guests can enjoy a relaxing soak amongst the bubbles. Ambleside is an incredible location resting in the beautiful scenery of the Lake District National Park, offering many delightful independent stores, convenience stores for your holiday essentials, tasty restaurants, cafés, and pubs, with dining options including The Copper Pot, Lake Road Kitchen, and The Lily Bar.
The village also houses watersports facilities for an adrenaline-filled afternoon, walks around the beautiful Lake Windermere where there are boat cruises and wild swimming spots, Ambleside Roman Fort, and walks at Todd Cragg. Other great villages to visit include Windermere, Bowness-on-Windermere, and Keswick, and there are many hikes, mountain biking trails, and birdwatching opportunities throughout the local scenery. Walks to try out include those at Scafell Pike, Troutbeck Tongue, Rydal Cave, Grizedale, and Grasmere Waterfall Walkways. Make a simply dreamy escape to Cumbria with a stay at the beautiful Cosy Cottage.
Lying at the northern tip of Lake Windermere, England’s largest lake, Ambleside makes a superb base for touring the central Lakes, with Grasmere and the Langdale Valley just a short drive away. There is plenty to do here - cruises, boat trips and watersports on Lake Windermere itself and numerous shops, restaurants, and pubs in the village to suit all tastes, including the popular eateries of Misto, Sheila's Cottage, and The Lily Bar. On the lakeside at Waterhead, the parkland offers lovely views down the lake and a short stretch of beach, whilst a walk in the other direction, following Stock Ghyll through woodland, will bring you to the entrancing waterfall of Stock Ghyll Force. Along with the Lake and the great walking on offer, Ambleside is also famous for its annual rushbearing ceremony and the diminutive 17th century “Bridge House” - one of the most photographed buildings in the Lake District and now the National Trust Information Centre.
Accommodation
Over three floors.
Two bedrooms: 1 x second-floor king-size with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, and WC, 1 x king-size.
Bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin, and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove (logs not provided).
Gas central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge with ice box, washer/dryer, dishwasher.
Smart TV, Dab Radio, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
(Logs are not provided).
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Roadside parking for one car with parking permit.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop, pub, and river 0.1 miles, lake 1 mile.
Note: Check-in 16:00, check-out 10:00.
Sorry, the bedrooms are too small to place a travel cot, so we cannot accept infants in Cosy Cottage.
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 (6)
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Paul
It was everything we hoped for and more! The cleanliness, fluffy towels and tasteful decor throughout was excellent retaining a cosy cottage feel with modern facilities! We will certainly book again and would have no hesitation in highly recommending this beautiful cottage! The location was perfect and central to the beautiful town centre offering local bakeries, a well stocked deli and quaint coffee shops! Welcoming pubs with open fires and plentiful restaurants gave a general warm friendliness to visitors of Ambleside and was a pleasure to experience! Paul & Bev
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Kathy
Highly recommend. Only thing to be aware of is wood for fireplace not stocked.
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Jocelyn
A new plug in upstairs washbasin and the âlargeâ flush button of upper toilet doesnât work. It was a lovely cottage overall though and well kitted out.