Snaptrip says
Plumblands is a well-regarded cottage in Ambleside, praised for its excellent location with easy access to local walks and amenities. Guests appreciate the comfortable furnishings, well-equipped kitchen, and the stunning views. While some guests mention areas for improvement, such as garden maintenance and minor repair issues, the overall sentiment is positive, with many expressing a desire to return.
Guests that stayed at this property said
The majority of guests found the cottage to be clean and well-maintained, though there were isolated comments about cobwebs and a dirty shower room. The presence of ants in one instance suggests occasional lapses, but these do not appear to be widespread concerns.
The location is highly praised for its proximity to local walks, pubs, and shops. The scenic views and accessibility to various attractions in the Lake District make it an ideal base for exploring the area.
Guests consistently describe the cottage as comfortable, with special mentions of cosy furnishings and comfy beds. However, some noted the need for heating on chilly nights and the lack of drying space for wet clothing.
Facilities are generally well-received, with a well-equipped kitchen and comfortable living spaces. Criticisms include the need for garden tidying, a more functional BBQ, and better provision for drying wet clothing. Some maintenance issues like broken handles and a leak were also noted.
While many reviews express gratitude for a pleasant stay, there is no specific mention of gifts or extra thoughtful touches provided by the hosts. Therefore, it is not possible to assess this category accurately.
About this property
A fresh, homely semi-detached cottage nestled in the village of Chapel Stile at the entrance to the Langdale Valley in the Lake District National Park. Plumblands is an excellent stay for families and friends looking for a relaxing retreat in a rural location. This cottage comes with a spacious, warming living dining room, offering plenty of comfortable seating placed in front of a TV and stunning woodburning stove, a prime spot to put your feet up and relax. The kitchen is stylish and provides all of the necessary equipment for a break in the country. The ground floor is complete with a classy shower room. The first floor of Plumblands offers a tastefully decorated bedroom with charming bed linen and fantastic views over Langdale Fells, there is also a family bathroom. This cottage comes with a splendid second storey, presenting two more attractive bedrooms, one of which has prime views across Langdale Fells. Located at the Entrance to the dramatic Langdale value a haven for the true Lake District enthusiast, walking , climbing and cycling from the door. Pub, tea room and shop are 5 min walk When the sun's out, sit on your private terrace with a glass of wine and just take it all in. Chapel Stile is an excellent place to spend your holiday, a pretty, traditional village offering the essential amenities in beautiful buildings, accompanied with incredible scenery all around. There are some incredible places in this area of the Lake District National Park, with Ambleside, Bowness-on-Windermere and Kendal all nearby and offering a great range of things to do and see for everybody to enjoy. Plumblands is a fantastic cottage in a beautiful location.
A village nestled in the heart of the Lake District National Park. Chapel Stile is a gem at the bottom of Langdale Valley, flanked on one side by the River Brathay, surrounded by scenery and filled with stone buildings. The village offers a church from the mid 1800's as well as a café, a pub and a village shop over 100 years old. Chapel Stile is a base for exploring this National Park, with access to sights and fells worth visiting. You must go to Elterwater and stand on the Skelwith Bridge and take in the views. Nearby there is Ambleside and Kendal, offering views, buildings and so much to do. For you outdoors people, make sure you visit Bowness-on-Windermere, with its incredible lake activities and so much to do, it is perfect for families.
Accommodation
Over three floors.
Three bedrooms: 1 x first floor kingsize bedroom, 1 x second floor double kingsize, 1 x second floor twin bedroom.
Ground floor shower room with shower, basin and WC.
First floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Ground floor kitchen.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, Ground floor sitting room with dining area and woodburning stove.
Gas central heating with woodburning stove.
washing machine in first floor bathroom, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, WiFi.
Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot on request.
Off road parking for 2 cars.
Terrace with table and chairs.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop and pub 6 minute walk.
Nearby points of interest
- Hayes Garden World Ambleside
- Beatrix Potter Gallery, Hawkshead
- Hawkshead Grammar School Museum
- The World of Beatrix Potter
- Wastwater Alpaca Trekking
- Esthwaite Water
- Lake District National Park
- Lake Windermere
- Wastwater Lake
- Church of St Olaf
Reviews (27)
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Jonathan
My siblings and I would go for the 6 weeks summer holidays as my mother had died and my dad still had to work so he sent to his sister my auntie Annie. It was a great time for us swimming in the beck and long walks playing in the quarry opposite where Thrang Brow is now built.The house was a lot different then, but it is a lot cosyer now. Really enjoyed our stay and would really like to come back.
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Sonia
Thank you for letting it out. x P.S. We think there is a slight leak from the family bathroom into kitchen that might need fixing before it gets too big an issue.
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Francesca
Overall the cottage perfect for what we needed and a great base. It was comfortable and plenty of space for the 5 of us. There were a few little things that let the cottage down... the garden was quite overgrown and the paths full of weeds which made it quite slippy when wet, the downstairs shower room was dirty on our arrival and there were quite a lot of old cobwebs etc on the walls and ceilings... But overall a fabulous week spent in our happy place