Fir Howe

About this property

This attractive first-floor apartment is set in a picturesque woodland setting just above Skelwith Bridge within the Neaum Crag estate. Enjoying a central location with the Lake District National Park, Fir Howe offers easy access to Ambleside, Coniston and Grasmere, making this a superb choice for couples looking to get the most out of their Lakeland escape. After a day of walking the local peaks and fells, enter this romantic dwelling into the open-plan living space, finding a spot on the plush sofas, with a TV with Freesat to entertain and an electric flame-effect stove adding a subtle warmth to the room. Make yourself at home in the well-equipped kitchen, enhanced with slate worktops and an electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer and a dishwasher among the appliances, with a lovely oak dining table for two; you can delight in the company of each other whilst tucking into a delicious home-cooked meal. When you begin to feel yourself tire, head to the inviting bedroom with a spacious king-size bed to wrap yourself under, with the addition of a gleaming en-suite bathroom with bath and separate walk-in shower cubicle. The bedroom also provides access onto the balcony where a view of the Langdale fells and the immediate woodland setting can be enjoyed; grab a drink and use this a calming spot to reflect on the day. Just a short walk down the hill will bring you to ‘Chesters by the River’, a delightful tearoom and gift shop where you can dine alfresco and sample a selection of treats, from wood-fired pizza and classic cakes, to salads and soups. The hustle and bustle of Ambleside and Bowness-on-Windermere can be reached in a short car journey, offering a lovely selection of local shops and eateries, along with all kinds of exhibits and attractions with the iconic Roman Fort and World of Beatrix Potter to explore. Stroll along the water’s edge onboard one of the fabulous Windermere steamers, offering passengers a relaxing cruise across England’s largest lake. Other attractions close to Fir Howe include Stock Ghyll Force, a staggering waterfall that falls from 70 feet, as well as Rydal Hall and Rydal Mount, where Wordsworth lived and created many of his famous works. Delight in the many wonders around Fir Howe will your loved one in Cumbria.

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

One king-size bedroom with en-suite bath, separate walk-in shower, basin and WC.

Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining and sitting area with electric flame-effect stove

Electric central heating with electric flame-effect stove.

Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, TV with Freesat, DVD player, iPod dock/DAB radio/CD player, and WiFi.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Off-road parking for one car and additional visitor parking.

Balcony with table and chairs.

Sorry, no pets and no smoking.

Note: There is an on-site seasonal clubhouse (March - mid November) a Scandinavian style pool complex houses a sauna, small swimming pool and jacuzzi, table tennis table, recreation area and telephone.