Old Village Shop
ID: S1028945
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33 reviews
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1 Bathroom
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WiFi
Guests say
The Old Village Shop in Ambleside is a well-maintained cottage with modern facilities, praised for its cleanliness, prime location, and thoughtful touches like a welcome hamper. Guests appreciate the property's proximity to local amenities and the inclusion of a parking permit. While the sofa comfort has been noted as an area for improvement, the overall experience remains highly regarded.
Cleanliness
Most guests found the property to be clean and well-maintained, with only a few mentioning issues such as debris, stains, and mould. The high standard of cleanliness contributed positively to the guests' experiences.
Location
The location is highly praised for being central and convenient, with easy access to Ambleside's amenities and attractions. The provision of a parking permit is frequently mentioned as a significant benefit, despite some concerns about noise and parking challenges.
Comfort
While the property is generally found to be comfortable, with a particularly well-received bathroom, multiple reviews criticise the sofa's comfort, suggesting it detracts from the overall experience. Bed comfort received mixed feedback.
Facilities
Facilities are modern and of a high standard, with a well-equipped kitchen and quality linens. However, some guests noted the absence of a microwave and issues with the TV services, which affected the score.
Thoughtfulness
Guests frequently mention the welcome hamper, which adds a thoughtful touch to their stay. However, it should be noted that such gifts are subject to availability and not guaranteed.
About this property
The Old Village Shop is an outstanding ground floor apartment in the heart of beautiful Ambleside, combining traditional features with sumptuous contemporary décor.
Couples will love the thoughtful touches that have been provided throughout this property. The beautifully presented open plan living space features a cosy wall-mounted fire, plush sofa and large Smart TV next to a modern kitchen and dining space. The spacious bedroom with king size bed can also accommodate a cot for one infant, which is available upon request. The superb bathroom features both a walk in shower and sumptuous bath.
A permit is provided with free parking in the main Ambleside Car Park, which is just 200 yards from the cottage.
Located in the centre of Ambleside, the Old Village Shop is the perfect base from which to enjoy all the village has to offer including wonderful shops, traditional pubs, contemporary eateries and even two fabulous cinemas.
Take a walk up Loughrigg Fell from the centre of Ambleside for spectacular views across Lake Windermere that will take your breath away. If you prefer a more leisurely stroll, a relaxed twenty minute walk from the Old Village Shop will take you to the shores of Lake Windermere where Steamers and Launches cruise daily throughout the year with connections for the Lakeside Steam Railway, Aquarium of the Lakes and Lakeland Motor Museum. With Rydal, Grasmere, Langdale and Windermere all in close proximity of Ambleside, The Old Village Shop makes the perfect getaway if you’re looking for high quality accommodation in the heart of one of the Lake District’s finest villages.
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
Property accepts Mon/Fri or Fri/Mon short breaks.
All ground floor.
One bedroom: 1 x king-size double (can accommodate a cot for an infant) with TV, en-suite bath, separate shower, basin and WC.
Sitting room with TV.
Electric wall fire.
Electric oven, induction hob, fridge, freezer, wine chiller, washing machine, tumble dryer, WiFi.
Cot and highchair are available on request.
Permit that allows free parking in the main Ambleside car park 200 yards from the cottage in addition to street parking outside cottage.
Sorry, no smoking.
Short stroll to shop and pub.
Note: One infant is also welcome.
Property will generally be decorated for Christmas after the third week of November each year.
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