Beechside in Ambleside is highly praised for its cleanliness, comfort, and prime location. Guests appreciate the well-equipped property, ideal for exploring the Lake District. The thoughtful touches, including welcome gifts and a comprehensive selection of maps and guides, contribute to a homely feel. Despite minor maintenance issues, the overall experience is overwhelmingly positive, with many guests planning to return.
Guests consistently describe the property as spotlessly clean and well-maintained, indicating a high standard of cleanliness throughout.
The property's location is frequently highlighted as ideal, being peaceful yet conveniently close to Ambleside centre and offering easy access to local walks and amenities.
Reviews often mention the comfortable furnishings and beds, as well as the warm and homely atmosphere, suggesting a very comfortable stay for guests.
The property is praised for its extensive facilities and well-equipped kitchen. However, minor issues with maintenance such as a problematic front door lock and a split shower hose slightly lower the score.
The owners' attention to detail and thoughtful inclusions, such as welcome gifts and an info folder, are appreciated. While gifts are warmly mentioned, they are not guaranteed for every stay.
Set above Ambleside on the banks of the stunning Stock Ghyll Force, is this superb duplex apartment, Beechside. Enjoying a superb location within the Lake District National Park and just paces away from the famous Lake Windermere, Beechside is a fantastic choice for couples or a family of five. The property benefits from an off-road parking space, a veranda where you can dine alfresco on warmer evenings, and a balcony with seating, a perfect spot for enjoying your morning coffee with a view! On the ground floor, you will find a fully-equipped kitchen for cooking up your best dishes, ready to impress your guests at the dining table for six, before retiring to the plush sofas to watch a much-loved show on the Smart TV with DVD player. The ground floor also houses two beautifully decorated bedrooms, a king-size with en-suite shower room and a single, the latter of which has access to a sleek shower room, perfect for freshening up at the end of the day. Head upstairs, where you can curl up with your favourite book in the lovely mezzanine snug, freshen up with a soak in the well-appointed bathroom, or catch some well-deserved rest in the final bedroom, an elegant king-size. Explore the town, where you will find a plethora of welcoming pubs, including The Unicorn, Royal Oak, The Lily Bar, a wide variety of restaurants where you can sample vegetarian delights at Fellinis, Thai cuisine at Jintana Thai Restaurant, traditional Italian at Misto, and European classics at Dodds Restaurant. There are also well-stocked convenience stores and supermarkets for picking up essentials, quirky independent gift shops and a wonderful independent cinema. From here, you can easily access Rydal, where you can hike through the fascinating Ryal Caves and tour the stunning Rydal Mount & Gardens, or continue onto Grasmere, where can explore the former home of William Wordsworth, sample local ales at Grasmere Brewery, wander the Wordsworth Museum, or dine at the Greens Café & Bistro and The Jumble Room. Further afield, you’ll find Windermere, where you can try your hand at watersports, soak up the views from Queen Adelaide’s Hill, and tour The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction. Adventure awaits at Beechside.
Ambleside, located at the northern end of England's largest lake, Lake Windermere, is an excellent home base from which to explore the middle Lakes, including nearby Grasmere and the Langdale Valley. Cruises, boat rides, and watersports on Lake Windermere are just some of the activities available, and the hamlet itself has lots of stores, restaurants, and bars to satisfy any taste. At Waterhead, the parkland provides beautiful views of the lake and a little beach, while a stroll in the opposite way along Stock Ghyll through woods leads to the captivating Stock Ghyll Force waterfall. In addition to the lake and excellent hiking opportunities, Ambleside is well-known for its yearly rushbearing ceremony and the quaint "Bridge House," a 17th-century structure that has become one of the most photographed structures in the Lake District and is now home to the National Trust Information Centre.
Highly Commended for a four star property.
Duplex apartment over ground and first floor.
Three bedrooms: 1 x ground-floor king-size with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, bidet and WC, 1 x king-size, 1 x ground-floor single.
Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Bathroom with bath, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Living/dining area with balcony.
Mezzanine snug
Gas central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher.
Smart TV, DVD player, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair and travel cot available.
Off-road parking for 1 car.
Balcony and veranda with furniture.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 0.5 miles and pub 0.3 miles.
Note: Maximum of two children only.
Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out by 10am
Joanne
Excellent location - Ambleside is beautiful with amazing pubs and restaurants all within a short walk. The welcome pack was a lovely treat and wouldnât hesitate to stay again and would highly recommend.
Robert
Fantastically equipped with everything you could want, and the welcome pack was an added bonus!
John
As a family of 5 the accommodation was spotless. It felt like it was newly decorated and new bathrooms. The kitchen had all you could need with all the little bits and pieces of cleaning implements that you would often forget to bring for a self catering holiday. We would definitely come back if visiting Lake District again as also the location is so good too. Just a short walk into Ambleside town. The lovely sound of the ghyll water flowing nearby also loved and found very therapeutic.
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