Guests say
Bay Tree Cottage in Ambleside is praised for its excellent location, cosy atmosphere, and thoughtful touches. Guests appreciate the proximity to the town and scenic walks, the comfort of an open fire, and the well-equipped kitchen. While some maintenance issues are noted, the overall experience is positive, with many guests planning to return.
The cottage is generally found to be clean and tidy, though some guests have noted areas where attention is needed, such as under the sofas and in the shower. The presence of dog fur in the broom pan suggests occasional oversights in cleaning.
The location is highly commended for its convenience, being a short walk from Ambleside town centre and offering easy access to local attractions and walks. The availability of parking is also a significant plus.
Guests find the cottage cosy and comfortable, with an open fire and pleasant gardens. However, some guests mention issues with heating control and the comfort of the secondary bed, slightly affecting the overall comfort score.
The kitchen is well-equipped, and the cottage offers nice gardens. However, several reviews mention the need for maintenance, including plumbing, electrical issues, and general wear and tear, indicating room for improvement in facilities and maintenance.
While guests often mention personal touches and attention to detail, there are no specific references to gifts provided by the hosts. Therefore, it is not possible to assess the thoughtfulness based on gifts, and the score is set to null.
About this property
This luxurious pretty double-fronted cottage is just a stroll away from the centre of Ambleside and is gently elevated with superb fell views. With many traditional features and enhanced with designer furnishings it tastefully blends character and contemporary. Parking right outside the cottage enter through the porch into the light, spacious lounge with oak floor and open fire, leather sofas and picture windows. Well-equipped kitchen/dining room overlooks the garden, with French doors leading to furnished patio. On the first floor, both bedrooms are beautifully furnished, with fine and far-reaching views. Spacious and elegant shower room also on first floor. Ambleside's friendly character, comfy cafes, fantastic restaurants and traditional pubs combine with a great location from which to explore the rest of the Lakes.
From Waterhead Pier in Ambleside, the Windermere Lake Cruisers take you the full length of the lake, with stops at Bowness and Lakeside. The A591 connects Ambleside village with Grasmere and Keswick to the north, Windermere and Bowness to the south, and journeys west to the delights of Hawkshead and Coniston are just as easy. Walks abound in the area, and Ambleside is a great place to start with excellent outdoor equipment shops offering advice and inspiration.
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
Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x double.
Shower room with basin and WC.
Kitchen with dining area.
Sitting room with open fire.
Monday OR friday arrivals only with BAY tree cottage.
Gas central heating with open fire.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, iron & ironing board, TV, DVD, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot and highchair available.
Enclosed patio with furniture.
Off road parking for 1 car.
One dog allowed.
No smoking.
Pub 5 min walk.
Shop 7 min walk.
Waterhead Pier 12 min walk.
Nearby points of interest
- Lake Windermere
- Wastwater Lake
- Wastwater Alpaca Trekking
Reviews (18)
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Neville
Would definitely recommend, and we have already booked again for next year. The only reason why I don't give it a perfect score would be the difficulty in parking a car in the allocated space, especially when the cottage next door is occupied, and the bed in the second bedroom is rather uncomfortable with springs clearly felt through the mattress - obviously not an issue of you are only going to use the main bedroom.
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Sarah
Everything on our doorstep for our needs and Dennis's. Will definitely be returning.
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Lynne
Fully equipped for our stay. Our only concern was that the bathroom shower seemed to leak and affect the ceiling in the downstairs dining room on one occasion. It looked as though this had happened previously. We were very careful not to run the shower very long thereafter. Other than that we would quite happily stay there again.