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Bracken Howe

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ID: S1029350

Bedrooms 5
・Sleeps 10
・Pets No

Guests say

This summary has been generated using feedback from guests who have stayed at this property

Bracken Howe is consistently praised for its spaciousness, cleanliness, and comprehensive facilities, including a well-stocked kitchen and entertainment options. The property's hot tub is a highlight, and its location in Ambleside offers easy access to local amenities and walks. Guests appreciate the thoughtful touches such as a welcome hamper and flowers, contributing to a luxurious home-from-home experience.

Cleanliness

Guests have noted the property to be 'beautifully clean' with comfortable beds, indicating a high standard of cleanliness throughout.

Location

The property's location in Ambleside is highly regarded for its privacy and quietness, despite being close to restaurants, shops, and walking paths, making it an ideal base for exploring the Lake District.

Comfort

Reviewers have highlighted the comfort of the beds and living spaces, suggesting that the property provides a very comfortable stay for guests.

Facilities

The property is celebrated for its extensive facilities, including a large kitchen, games, and a hot tub. However, a minor suggestion for improvement was made regarding the provision of an 'idiot's guide' for appliance use.

Thoughtfulness

The welcome hamper and complimentary items are frequently mentioned and appreciated by guests, although it should be noted that such gifts, while a delightful addition, are not guaranteed with every stay.

About this property

Opulent Victorian ambience in Ambleside. A perfectly presented Victorian residence, Bracken Howe will quickly become a second home for your party, and is the ideal base for spending special time with friends and family, and enjoying the best of Ambleside and the Lakes.

Quality, refinement, and relaxation, not to mention a decadent hot-tub.

Lakeland luxury. This spacious property is packed full of period charm, and the classic wooden furnishings and fittings are complemented by stylish modern décor and an atmosphere of elegant relaxation. Bring your party together in the classic dining room, and chill out in style in the tasteful drawing room, with its open fire and fine views of Loughrigg fell and the Fairfield Horseshoe.

Unwind in front of the large, curved 4K television featuring Sky Sports, Netflix and Discovery+, or choose one of the many books and dvds. Your own music can be enjoyed via the bluetooth sound systems.

The kitchen has a fantastic range cooker, and all the mod cons you could hope for, while children will enjoy 'The Snug', a smaller reception room with a Playstation, X-box, and Nintendo Wii, and a great selection of games. Outside, the garden with a hot tub makes the perfect space to unwind in the fresh national park air, with furniture perfect for dining alfresco in the warmer months.

Lying at the northern tip of Lake Windermere, England’s largest lake, Ambleside with its numerous shops 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 the lakeside at Waterhead with parkland offering lovely views down the lake and a short stretch of beach. 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. Ambleside has plenty of restaurants and pubs to suit all tastes from great fish & chips to its two Michelin Star restaurants and all tastes in between are catered for.

Accommodation

Please note: This property can only facilitate a Friday Changeover.

Five bedrooms : 2 x four-poster, king-size with en-suite, 1 x super-king-size (zip/link can be twin on request) with en-suite, 1 x double, 1 x twin.Beautiful entrance hall.

Drawing room.

Second reception room (snug).

Dining room.

Fitted kitchen.
Utility room.

Downstairs WC.

House bathroom.

Garden with hot tub.

Private parking.

No pets allowed.

Luxurious Period Lakeland cottage, magnificent views.

2 minutes stroll to Ambleside centre.

Gas central and underfloor heating, open fire, coal & kindling starter pack (September-March).

Wi-Fi.

Sky Sports, Netflix movies, Discovery+.

Nintendo Wii, X-box and PlayStation consoles with a wide range of games.

All bedrooms feature 32" Smart TVs.

Yamaha full size keyboard.

55" 3D 4k curved Smart TV.

Naim and Pure bluetooth music system.

Range cooker with double electric oven, 5 ring gas burner & griddle.

American style fridge freezer, microwave, dishwasher.

Utility room with washing machine & tumble dryer.

External Hot Tub.

Beautiful garden with patio and raised decking & garden furniture & barbeque.

Private parking for 5.

No smoking.

Slippers, bath and hand towels and toiletries.

Secure bike storage (available upon request).

Note: This property will not accept bookings of groups (of more than 2 people) whereby everyone is under the age of 25 and Hen and Stag parties are not permitted

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