Guests say
The Bakers Loft in Ambleside receives high praise for its comfort, modern amenities, and central location in Grasmere. Guests appreciate the well-equipped kitchen, comfortable beds, and the convenience of nearby shops and cafes. While parking and noise from the cafe below are noted concerns, the overall experience is very positive, with many guests eager to return.
Reviews consistently mention the property being clean and well-maintained, with only a few isolated comments on cleaning standards. The majority of guests found the apartment spotless, indicating high cleanliness levels.
The central location in Grasmere is highly praised for its convenience to local amenities and as a base for exploring the Lake District. Proximity to shops, cafes, and walking paths contributes to an excellent location rating.
Guests find the apartment very comfortable, with special mentions of comfy beds and a cosy atmosphere. Some guests noted the sofas could be more comfortable, slightly impacting the overall comfort score.
The apartment is well-equipped, with a modern kitchen and amenities. However, some guests noted the lack of a hairdryer, washing machine, and clear instructions for appliances, which suggests room for improvement in facilities and maintenance.
There are no specific mentions of gifts or special thoughtful touches provided by the host, so it is not possible to assess this category. Therefore, the score is set to null.
About this property
The Bakers Loft is a wonderfully appointed, first-floor apartment resting in the centre of Grasmere, offering a great base for touring the Lake District National Park. The apartment has been completed with an elegant interior design to make a welcoming space for a family to return to after exploring the surrounding lakes and fells. Climb the 16 external steps to the entrance and be welcomed into the contemporary, galley-style kitchen containing an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, a dishwasher, allowing you to cater for yourself for the duration of your visit. Enjoy your down time within the bright and airy sitting/dining room, where two plush sofas are situated around the TV and windows offer pretty views over the village. Joining this space is the dining table, set up for four people, making a great spot for enjoy a local takeaway, a delicious home-cooked meal or pulling open a map and planning the next day’s adventure. Once the evening draws to a close, catch your rest within the king-size bedroom and look forward to waking up to the refreshing colour palette each morning, also complete with views of the village and plenty of storage to keep your things. Concluding the interior is a twin bedroom with zip/link beds, which can be made into a super-king-size bed on request and a sleek family bathroom, with a shower over bath, basin and WC. Tear yourself away from this charming abode and immerse yourself in your surroundings by exploring the bustling village, boasting a superb selection of interesting shops and tearooms, accompanied by takeaways, restaurants and bars to suit all ages and tastes. Whilst here, be sure to visit the famous Grasmere Gingerbread shop to pick up a sweet treat and the Grasmere Lake which is one of the smallest lakes in the National Park. For a taste of history, visit the nearby former home of the William Wordsworth, which boasts a museum with guided tours and pretty gardens, or visit Wordsworth's rustic family home of Rydal Mount, where you will find displays of his work and portraits. Travel south to Ambleside to find a larger selection of amenities and attractions including the scenic waterfall of Stock Ghyll Force and the Ambleside Roman Fort, before visiting the town of Windermere, home to the largest natural lake in both the Lake District and in England. As well as a magnitude of watersport opportunities upon the lakes, the National Park boast a wide range of walks with breath-taking scenery, including Scafell Pike, Fairfield Peak and Red Screes. With so much to see and do, The Bakers Loft promises a memorable getaway for the whole family.
Grasmere is a pretty village resting at the heart of the Lake District National Park, situated just five miles away from Ambleside and nine miles away from Windermere. Famous for being the home of William Wordsworth, a place he once described as "The most loveliest spot that man hath found", the village plays host to the Grasmere Gingerbread shop, as well as a number of shops, pubs, a church which dates back to the 13th century and Grasmere Lake.
Accommodation
First-floor apartment.
Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size bed, 1 x twin (zip/link beds; can be made into a super-king-size bed on request).
Bathroom with shower over bath, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, Sitting/dining room
Electric central heating.
TV and WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair and cot available.
Private parking nearby for 1 car.
Sorry, no pets.
Sorry, no smoking.
Pub and shop within 0.1 miles
Nearby points of interest
- Hayes Garden World Ambleside
- Beatrix Potter Gallery, Hawkshead
- Hawkshead Grammar School Museum
- The World of Beatrix Potter
- Lake District National Park
- Lake Windermere
- Esthwaite Water
- Lodore Falls
- Wastwater Lake
- Church of St Olaf
Reviews (27)
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Pat
The apartment is above a cafe and you can hear music and voices throughout the day from the cafe. That is just about tolerable however on the Friday night, the music and voices could be clearly heard up to 11.00PM. It was impossible to sleep with such noise. I was very disappointed as I considered that this apartment would merit many visits throughout the year. That dream has now been shattered! Adrian.
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Andrea
The pizzas downstairs were delicious!
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Jon
However I would not rebook or recommend for the following reasons. Very noisy from the café below. Obviously expected some customer noise, that wasn't an issue, but they play music all day with the speakers placed high near the ceiling and the bass turned up. It bangs through the floor of the apartment. It isn't deafening, but not peaceful either. I would also agree with previous comments about the sofas. After a very long day walking the fells, relaxing into a comfy chair is important. The sofas in the apartment are uncomfortable in the extreme. Finally, although it does come with allocated parking, the listing should be clear that it is located away from the apartment.