Guests say
Sheilings is a well-received cottage in Ambleside, praised for its peacefulness, stunning views, and prime location for walks and local amenities. Guests appreciate the well-equipped and comfortable accommodation, though some mention the driveway's steepness. The responsive service and ample living space are highlights, making it a favoured choice for return visits.
Most guests found Sheilings clean and well-kept, with one review suggesting room for improvement in cleanliness. The majority of feedback, however, reflects a satisfactory level of upkeep.
The location is highly praised for its proximity to Ambleside, Windermere, and beautiful walks, with stunning views and a quiet setting contributing to its high score.
Guests consistently describe the cottage as comfortable, with ample space, comfy beds, and a warm atmosphere, indicating a high level of satisfaction in this category.
The cottage is well-equipped for self-catering and outdoor activities, with a utility room and central heating controls mentioned positively. The lack of a Blu-ray player and a broken hoover (which was promptly replaced) slightly affect the score.
There is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the owner, aside from the prompt response to a maintenance issue. Therefore, this category cannot be scored.
About this property
Enjoy stunning views from the patio at this property, which lies in a beautiful location close to Ambleside and Lake Windermere, perfect for outdoor enthusiasts.. 18 steps to entrance (alternate access via 6 steps).
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: 43" Freeview Smart TV, DVD Player, Woodburner
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher
Utility Room: Freezer, Washer Dryer
Bedroom 1: ¾ Double (4ft) Bed, ¾ Double (4ft) Bed
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 2: Super Kingsize (6ft) Bed
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Logs for wood burner available locally. . Garden with patio and garden furniture. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: There are slopes and steps in the garden.. This beautiful detached house is set in mature gardens and lies just 2 miles from Ambleside, making it an ideal escape to explore the South Lakes. Situated on the lower slopes of Loughrigg Fell, this picturesque holiday cottage is ideal for couples and families looking for a spacious retreat who want to be close to the action. The ground floor is bright and spacious thanks to the large windows and open plan feel. The living/dining room has a cosy wood burner and is an ideal space for relaxing in front of the Smart TV. The kitchen is well-equipped and you’ll also find a large utility room with a washer/dryer. Also on the ground floor there is a bathroom with bath and shower over, along with a spacious twin room with quality furnishings. On the first floor there are two bedrooms, one with asuper kingsize bed, the other with twin beds. THere is also a shower room and toilet upstairs. All the beds have luxury hypnos matteresses for that perfect night sleep. To the rear of the property there is a lovely patio with garden furniture and stunning views - this area is a real suntrap.
If you like walking or cycling there are some lovely routes around Loughrigg Tarn, Todd Cragg and Elterwater. Or, if you like more of a challenge, you can try the Langdale Pikes and the Fairfield Horseshoe. Locally there is a pub and hotel which provides great food and locally produced ales. For lake lovers, you are only 2½ miles from Lake Windermere with the famous steamers offering pleasure trips to Bowness and lakeside on a regular timetable. For the big kids in the family, you’re not too far from Go Ape at Grizedale Forest, a high rope adventure course for thrillseekers. The towns of Ambleside, Bowness and Windermere are all easily accessible and offer an abundance of restaurants, shops and bars. For a great base and a great property, book Sheilings before someone else beats you to it! Shop 2½ miles, pub and restaurant ½ mile.
Free WiFi
There are drops in the garden.
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Nearby points of interest
- Hayes Garden World Ambleside
- Beatrix Potter Gallery, Hawkshead
- Hawkshead Grammar School Museum
- The World of Beatrix Potter
- Lakes Aquarium
- Esthwaite Water
- Lake District National Park
- Lake Windermere
- Wastwater Lake
- Church of St Olaf
Reviews (12)
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Lesley Thompson
my family and i really enjoyed our stay at the cottage.it was so quiet and peaceful yet close to all the amenities that you need. central heating was the easiest to control i have come across in the many cottages i have stayed in NO owner pre-set s to override.the hoover broke down on the monday and after reporting it to cottages.com the owner,linda, contacted me to give a personal apology and said a new hoover would be delivered by amazon that week.that was a first class service.one very slight niggle is that there were lots of blue ray dvds but no blue ray player.parking is a bit tight but we found out that you can use a turning circle at the top of the slope to make it easier.we look forward to making a return to the cottage.
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Confirmed Guest
A lovely house in a wonderfully central location with everything provided that you would need for a self-catering trip to the Lake District. The two bathrooms both need a touch a TLC and the overall level of cleanliness could be improved.
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Jonathan P
Lovely! We have stayed here twice! Will definitely return!