Guests say
Guests generally appreciate the Old Coach House for its spaciousness, well-equipped kitchen, and prime location in Ambleside, with easy access to local attractions. The property's comfort and facilities, including a jacuzzi bath, are well-regarded. Some guests mentioned minor maintenance issues and cleanliness aspects that could be improved.
Several reviews mention cleanliness issues such as cobwebs and dust, suggesting room for improvement. However, these comments are not universal, indicating that experiences may vary.
The location is consistently praised for its proximity to Ambleside and local amenities, with easy access to walks and public transport, making it an ideal base for exploring the Lake District.
The property is described as comfortable and spacious, with a well-equipped kitchen and living areas. Some guests noted issues with seating and mattresses, but overall feedback on comfort is positive.
Facilities like the kitchen and jacuzzi are highlights, but there are several mentions of maintenance issues such as leaks and blocked drains. The property is well-equipped, but attention to these details could enhance the experience.
While some guests were delighted with a welcome pack, others noted its absence. As gifts are not consistently mentioned across reviews, it is not possible to accurately score thoughtfulness, and it is politely noted that such amenities are not guaranteed.
About this property
As the name suggest this formally Old Coach House that has been transformed into a contemporary country cottage just a stone’s throw from the heart of Ambleside. This wonderful property is a perfect retreat for multiple couples, or a family looking to recharge and relax in the Lake District.
Enter through the spacious hall on the ground floor and into the large well-equipped kitchen with range cooker and dining area, a real social space to cook and relax. Downstairs you will also find three comfortable bedrooms, one king-size bedroom with an en-suite shower room alongside the double and single bedroom plus the family bathroom with separate WC. Head upstairs to find the spacious sitting room with vaulted ceiling, exposed beams and picture windows framing the stunning views of the garden, a peaceful setting in which to relax. The final king-size bedroom is also located on the first floor with full en-suite bathroom. Outdoors the lawned garden has won local awards, it is a beautiful place to sit on sunny days and simply be.
Ambleside is only a short stroll away and comes alive with excellent restaurants and bars in the evening. For the walkers amongst us, there are plenty of walks direct from the doorstep and you can take a Lake Cruise from Waterhead Pier to explore nearby Windermere and Bowness.
You’ll be instantly charmed by this Lakeland cottage overlooking River Rothay and leave totally refreshed by a stay in the Heart of the Lakes.
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. 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
Four bedrooms: 1 x first floor king-size bedroom with en-suite bathroom with shower over bath, basin and WC, 1 x ground floor king-size bedroom with en-suite shower room, 1 x ground floor double bedroom, 1 x ground floor single bedroom.
Ground floor bathroom with shower over bath and basin, there is also a separate WC.
Ground floor kitchen with dining area.
First floor sitting room with views.
Gas central heating and feature fire.
Electric range oven and hob, microwave, American style fridge/freezer with ice maker and water tap, washer/dryer, dishwasher, wine cooler, TV, WiFi, .
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot and highchair available.
Off road parking for 3 cars.
Secure bike storage.
Lawned garden with decked patio with furniture.
Enclosed courtyard patio.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Pub and shop 15 mins walk.
Reviews (20)
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Jacqui
There were a few things that could have made it better but we didnât report them during our stay. As mentioned multiple times in the visitors book the toilet seats are loose and slide and the downstairs bedrooms were quite dusty. The TV reception was very poor and non existent at times. Not good when you are trying to watch a World Cup qualifier game. We couldnât get the spa bath to work. Otherwise the lounge and kitchen were both fabulous, although a few throws would have added to the comfort factor. The location was also great for walks and it was a five minute walk to Ambleside shops.
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Christopher
Very comfortable and equipped with everything we needed for a great holiday. Cottage well placed for lots of walks and a short walk into Ambleside . Garden lovely with fabulous views and a nice decked area to eat outside. We would definately recommend staying here and would love to come back.
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Glenda
We are frequent visitors to The Lakes and location is important to us. The cottage is ideally placed for a short, easy stroll into Ambleside but also thereâs a bus stop a minute from the cottage with frequent services to Grasmere, Windermere and Keswick. From the cottage door there are some lovely walks (and jogging routes) and the scenery is stunning. Ample parking for 3 cars with the cottage - a great bonus. Nice patio and garden area to use - we sat out a lot to make the most of the lovely weather we were lucky to have! The cottage itself is very spacious. The kitchen was superb - very well equipped and the water / ice dispenser with the fridge freezer was very welcomed! Ample cupboard space and utensils for everything! The upstairs main sitting area is lovely, great views and a great reading chair overlooking the garden; good selection of games and puzzles for the family too if needed. There are 4 bedrooms in all, 2 larger rooms with en-suites, a small double and an additional single room. Bedrooms are clean and have good hanging space and drawers - the only slight negative is the damp smell and feel in the downstairs bedrooms. There were Febreze style plug in room deodorisers dotted about however they were all empty and we could only find one refill. The small double room would benefit from a new mattress in my opinion - very very springy and soft (which I appreciate some people like) but no real support so a lot of roll-to into the middle. Overall, the cottage is great and we had a lovely weekâs stay. Please note, hand soap is not provided in any of the bathrooms / toilet / kitchen (we had taken our own) and there are no additional toilet rolls or kitchen rolls (again we had taken our own).