Guests say
Guests consistently praise the cottage's fabulous location in Ambleside, its spaciousness, and the comfort it provides, particularly noting the warm bedrooms and powerful shower. The large garden is highlighted as a bonus, especially for summer stays. While some minor maintenance issues and challenges with communication are mentioned, the overall sentiment is positive, with many guests expressing a desire to return.
The cottage is generally described as clean, with specific mentions of its tidiness. However, one review noted issues with dirty rags and a broken extractor fan, suggesting room for improvement.
The location is highly praised for being central, quiet, and close to local amenities, with great views and easy access to restaurants, shops, and walks.
Comfort is well-regarded, with guests finding the cottage warm and the beds comfortable. Some concerns about steep staircases and chilly moments suggest slight deductions.
Facilities are adequate, with a well-equipped kitchen and comfortable living spaces. However, comments about insufficient cutlery, non-working TV apps, and missing parking permits indicate that some attention to detail is needed.
There are no specific mentions of gifts or special thoughtful touches provided by the host, so it is not possible to assess this category.
About this property
Cosy Lakeland cottage in the centre of Ambleside enjoying fine fell views and a private garden, the perfect base for a family holiday..
Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview TV, DVD Player, DVDs, Open Fire
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bedroom 2: Single (3ft) Bed
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
Second Floor:
Bedroom 3: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 4: Single (3ft) Bed
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Fuel for open fire available locally. Travel cot and highchair. Utility room with washer/dryer and freezer.. Front garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Bike store. Permit parking for 1 car. Visit England 3 Star. No smoking.. Set in a conservation area at the top of the fondly named ’Peggy Hill’, 2 Fairview Terrace is a traditional Lakeland cottage built around 1630 and the former shippen to a cluster of ancient buildings. A mere 2 minute stroll from the very heart of Ambleside, the location is perfect for enjoying walks from the door to Loughrigg Fell and the more challenging Fairfield range or perhaps a gentle stroll to Waterhead for a host of waterborne activities including rowing boats and the famous Windermere Lake Steamers.
2 Fairfield Terrace is perfectly positioned for sampling the many delights that the popular village of Ambleside has to offer. This comfortable and homely cottage, enjoys fine fell views from most windows and is ideal for a family holiday at any time of the year. With four good bedrooms and two bathrooms and set out across three floors, 2 Fairview Terrace offers a good degree of privacy for its guests. Blessed with an open fireplace, dressed with local green slate, this feature is perfect for gathering around in the winter evenings and recalling the day’s events with space for the family pet in front of the hearth too!
Free WiFi
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Nearby points of interest
- Lake Windermere
- Wastwater Lake
- Wastwater Alpaca Trekking
Reviews (17)
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Jayne Glendinning
Great place for a group catch up. No allocated car parking on site but we didnt see this as an issue as there was a permit for a nearby carpark. We sis get luck with on street parking too. Fab location, great value. Just booked a return visit. Also large garden for being so central, didnt make full use it as it was winter time. Would be good in the summer for kids especially as very secure.
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Phill
Overall perfect for family's which include a dog, and very spacious accommodation, so not under each other's feet
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Confirmed Guest
Lovely cottage, very warm and clean. However, does need some care and attention in places. Kitchen is relatively well equipped but needs more trays for the oven. It needs clearly stating freezer etc is in the utility room outside the cottage and the staircases are spiral and steep in places ( nor suitable for people with mobility problems). Bedrooms are very warm and comfortable. Cottage is in a great location and we would return. Parking was not an issue for us but I know Ambleside well - it was half term and busy and some other holiday makers in the surrounding rental cottages did park inconsiderately ( one completely blocked the road and had to be asked to move quite pointedly) so bear this in mind - a parking permit is provided but we didn't use it.