Waterhead Cottage

ID: S377032

  • Bedrooms 4
  • ・ Sleeps 8
  • ・ Pets 2

Snaptrip says

Waterhead Cottage in Ambleside is praised for its great location, comfortable rooms, and well-equipped kitchen. Guests appreciate the property's proximity to the lake and local amenities. While some minor maintenance issues and a lack of welcoming touches are noted, the overall experience is positive, with many guests enjoying their stay and expressing a desire to return.

Guests that stayed at this property said

The property is generally described as clean, with well-presented rooms. However, some guests noted cobwebs and a few instances of overlooked cleaning details, slightly diminishing the overall impression of cleanliness.

The cottage's location is highly praised for being close to the lake, pier, and Ambleside town centre, making it an ideal base for exploring the Lake District.

Guests find the property comfortable, with extra comfortable beds and a cosy living room. Some concerns about adequate seating and heating control upon arrival are mentioned, but overall comfort is rated positively.

The property is well-equipped, but several reviews mention maintenance issues such as a broken plug socket, a lack of instructions for appliances, and minor concerns about safety and appliance functionality. These issues suggest room for improvement in facilities and maintenance.

While some guests missed a welcome package and complimentary items, these are personal touches that are not guaranteed. There is not enough consistent information across reviews to accurately score thoughtfulness.

About this property

Ambleside 0.7 miles. Waterhead Cottage is an impressive, terraced three-storey house nestled by Lake Windermere in Waterhead near Ambleside. Perfect for a family of eight and two furry friends, this delightful dwelling boasts easy access to a bounty of lakeside and outdoors activities for all ages. After parking in the handy off-road space, be welcomed by a lovely porch area with storage for your coats and boots at-hand. Continue to a well-presented living/dining room where spacious sofas await in front of the TV and toasty woodburning stove, along with a stylish dining table with suede chairs, seating up to eight. Progress through the property to find a welcoming kitchen/diner, the space is well-equipped with a wealth of appliances to rustle up your homecooked favourites with, along with a handy; whilst additionally providing sophisticated seating solutions with its dining table and pull-out chairs,with one being an elegant bedroom showcasing a king-size bed, and the other being an attractive twin room; both rooms share a close-by shower room. Continue upstairs to find two more stylish bedrooms, a lovely double room showcasing floral finishes and ample storage, alongside another double room that is accompanied by a fabulous en-suite bathroom. Waterhead Cottage is within easy reach of Ambleside Pier where you can access your sailing needs, along with a lovely café/bar and the nearby Waterhead Inn pub. Venture into Ambelside to access more of your amenities in one place, from convenience stores to an array of eateries; after stopping for a bite to eat, why not explore the remains of Ambleside Roman Fort or tour the Armitt Library & Museum Centre? Travel a little further to Windermere and learn of the town's lakeside history in the Jetty Museum, before partaking in a plethora of watersports at Hodge Howe or Miller Ground. Continue to Bowness-on-Windermere to marvel the views from Cockshot Point and boarding a ferry from Bowness Bay Marina to the Claife Viewing Station and Tanner Brow. Travel north to the market town of Keswick where fascinating attractions await, including the Puzzling Place. Explore the Lake District National Park's waters and peaks where ample walking and cycling trails can be embarked on; or travel further afield and enjoy a day on Cumbria's coast in Ulverston, Barrow-in-Furness or St. Bees. Create wonderful memories with your loved ones at Waterhead Cottage.

Lying on the northern edge of Lake Windermere, Ambleside is a popular destination for holidaymakers in the Lake District National Park. Hosting a wide range of independent shops and pubs, along with great access to the Lake's pier, watersports activities and the Stock Ghyll Force waterfall; Ambleside makes for a fabulous staycation. The town additionally features fabulous, historical attractions, including the Armitt Library & Museum Centre and Ambleside Roman Fort.

Accommodation

Over three floors.

Four bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x second-floor double with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x second-floor double, 1 x twin.

Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.

Second-floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.

Kitchen/diner with washing machine, dishwasher.

Living/dining room with woodburning stove

Gas central heating with woodburning stove.

Electric double oven and halogen hob, microwave, fridge, and dishwasher.

TV with Freeview, DVD and WiFi.

Fuel, power inc in rent, please bring your own wood for the woodburner.

in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Highchair and travel cot available.

Off-road parking for 1 car with public car park nearby.

Two well-behaved pets welcome.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop 0.9 miles, pub 0.1 mile, Ambleside 0.7 miles, Windermere 3.8 miles.

Note: EV charger available £25.00 for the week (please contact customer support to arrange)

Nearby points of interest

  • Hayes Garden World Ambleside
  • Beatrix Potter Gallery, Hawkshead
  • Hawkshead Grammar School Museum
  • The World of Beatrix Potter
  • Lakes Aquarium
  • Lakeland Motor Museum
  • Lake District National Park
  • Lake Windermere
  • Esthwaite Water
  • Lodore Falls

Reviews (18)

  • Simon

    Clean and well equipped. Very good location near to the lake and Ambleside town centre. Would definitely stay again.

  • Jane

    Very comfortable place with good facilities and easy to heat when needed. Lots of hot water and good showers. No enclosed area for dogs but a nice park 5 minutes walk away. Really enjoyed our stay .

  • Glenis

    There was no plug in the kitchen we had to buy a washing up bowl . We couldnt understand the details of the parking to lift the bollows . We had a good holiday so i give it 8 out of 10

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