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The Little Cottage

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ID: S363939

Bedrooms 2
・Sleeps 4
・Pets No
  • Floorplan

Guests say

This summary has been generated using feedback from guests who have stayed at this property

The Little Cottage in Ambleside receives high praise for its impeccable decoration, cosy feel, and practicality. Its location is ideal for exploring, with local amenities and scenic walks nearby. The well-equipped kitchen, charming garden with a hot tub, and thoughtful touches like a breakfast pack add to the comfort. Guests appreciate the responsive heating, comfortable beds, and the property's overall charm and character.

Cleanliness

Reviews consistently mention the property's high standard of finish, indicating exceptional cleanliness with everything maintained 'as new'.

Location

The property's location is celebrated for its proximity to local amenities, scenic walks, and popular areas like Langdale and Ambleside. Parking is noted as tricky for larger vehicles, slightly impacting the score.

Comfort

Guests report a homely feel with comfortable beds and a cosy atmosphere, suggesting a high level of comfort throughout their stay.

Facilities

The cottage boasts a well-equipped kitchen, a hot tub, and a boot room with drying rack. The high quality of appliances and thoughtful amenities contribute to an excellent score, with a minor deduction for the mentioned parking challenges.

Thoughtfulness

The owners' thoughtfulness is evident in the provision of a breakfast pack and extras, though it is politely noted that such gifts, while appreciated, are not guaranteed for every stay.

About this property

The Little Cottage holds an excellent position within the village of Elterwater, being within easy reaching distance of Ambleside and Windermere, the cottage makes an ideal choice for families or couples wishing to fully explore the beautiful Lake District. There are a wide variety of helpful amenities and family-friendly attractions in the vicinity while the closest restaurant is just a 200m stroll away!

The cottage has been beautifully restored with incredibly high attention to detail by the interior designer, Katharine Pooley, who has updated the cottage with contemporary yet elegant interiors while retaining all of its original charm and character.  The Little Cottage can comfortably accommodate four guests across its two well-appointed bedrooms making it ideal for a family or two couples holidaying together. On the ground floor is the main living accommodation which comprises of an open-plan living and dining area complete with a cosy woodburning stove as well as a stylish kitchen, fully-equipped with a range cooker and all the tools you could possibly need. Upstairs are the two bedrooms, a king-size master suite with luxury en-suite bathroom and a guest room which can either be set up with a king-size double or two single beds on request. Guests staying in the second bedroom have their own adjacent shower room.

Outside, after action-packed days spent exploring the magnificent Lake District on foot, enjoy long relaxing soaks in the hot tub, heaven! During the Summer months, the garden makes the ultimate venue for a barbecue and a spot of al fresco dining. 

The Little Cottage is situated in the village of Elterwater, the closest restaurant, the Britannia Inn is just a 200m stroll away, while a helpful village shop is just a 2-minute drive away in Chapel Stile. A wider selection of amenities, including a Tesco Express and a variety of restaurants, can be found in the town of Ambleside which is less than 15-minute drive away.

The Lake District is England's largest National Park, with more than 3100km of rights of way, you can walk, cycle and ride yourself silly through this enchanting valley as you marvel at the spectacular scenery. The Little Cottage holds a wonderful position in the very heart of the Lake District National Park, ideal for those wanting to fully explore the famous lakes, villages and towns by car and foot. Bowness-on-Windermere, the Lake District’s most popular destination, is just a 25-minute car journey away while the village of Grasmere, home to the world’s best gingerbread, is just 20-minutes away. Nearby attractions including the Lakes Aquarium, with the UK's largest collection of freshwater fish, the Lakeside and Haverthwaite Railway, where you can enjoy a 3.5-mile steam locomotive trip into the Leven Valley and the delightful World of Beatrix Potter, where the fabulous animals of Beatrix Potter's tales are brought to life in three dimensions! All make for a great day out for all ages and are less than a 40-minute car journey from the cottage.

Accommodation

Ground Floor
- Open-plan living & dining room
- Fully-equipped kitchen
First Floor
- Bedroom with king-size bed and luxury en-suite bathroom
- Bedroom with twin single beds (can be set up with a king-size double on request)
- Family shower room
Exterior Grounds
- Hot tub (please see T&C's tab)
- Outdoor seating
- Firepit
- Barbecue
- Garden
Additional Facilities
- Wi-Fi
- Smart TV's
- Washing machine & dryer
- Iron & board
- Hairdryers
- Car charging point
- Parking for 2 cars

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