Guests say
Cross Brow Cottage in Ambleside is praised for its ideal location, beautiful gardens, and spacious, well-equipped interiors. Guests appreciate the en-suite bedrooms and the property's proximity to town amenities. While some minor maintenance issues and a lack of welcome gifts are noted, the overall experience is highly regarded, with many guests expressing a desire to return.
The property is consistently described as clean and well-maintained, with several reviews commending its immaculate condition. Only one mention of a smell from cleaning chemicals slightly detracts from an otherwise excellent cleanliness record.
The location is highly praised for being peaceful, private, and close to the centre of Ambleside, with easy access to local attractions and walks. It is considered one of the property's strongest points.
The property is generally found to be comfortable, with positive remarks about the bedrooms and bathrooms. However, some guests mention that the living room furniture and mattresses could be improved for enhanced comfort.
Facilities are well-regarded, especially the well-stocked kitchen and multiple bathrooms. Some reviews, however, point out issues such as inconsistent hot water, a broken zip on a sofa cushion, and a desire for a smart TV, suggesting room for improvement in maintenance.
While guests mention the absence of a welcome pack, which is unusual for the property's price point, there is not enough information to assess the overall thoughtfulness of the host in terms of providing gifts or extra touches that enhance the guest experience.
About this property
Moments from the heart of Ambleside and a short stroll from Lake Windermere and Waterhead Pier, this traditional whitewashed farmhouse has been refurbished to the highest standard. Two stunning sitting rooms with wood burning stoves, three glorious bedrooms and numerous bath and shower rooms make this an exceptional property for a family or groups of friends.
Cross Brow is wrapped by stunning lawned gardens, patios and terraces. Sitting areas are peppered around the farmhouse, and there are wonderful views in every direction. On arrival guests will find private parking for three, or four carefully parked vehicles. The first of two sitting rooms is a delight with its large windows over the gardens and traditional stone fireplace with wood burning stove. Large leather sofas are clustered round the fire, perfect for an evening of relaxation or afternoon nap. Light floods into this spacious room, which includes a large dining table and chairs. An absolutely stunning living space. The second, more intimate sitting room also has a wood burning stove and is the perfect spot in which to enjoy a coffee and browse the morning papers. Through to the magnificent kitchen with beamed ceiling and granite work tops. An elegant breakfast bar is guaranteed to be a popular spot for enjoying a glass of wine while chatting to the chef of the day. Velux windows, door to the garden and picture windows make for another bright space in this extraordinary farmhouse. Upstairs are the three superb bedrooms, two with en-suites, a house bathroom and separate shower room. Plenty of room for everyone.
This property offers the best everything. Easy access to Ambleside with its wonderful restaurants, shops, cinemas and jazz bar, Waterhead Pier and cruises along the lake and seemingly endless choice of walking routes around Tarn Hows, Hawkshead and Windermere. There will be few properties to match Cross Brow.
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
Infants welcome under 18 months and children over 12 years.
.3 bedrooms.1 x king size (can be twin if specified), 1 x king, 1 x double.
Family bathroom, separate shower room, 2 x en-suites.
Kitchen.
2 x sitting rooms.
Cloakroom with downstairs basin and wc.
Gas central heating.
2 x wood burning stoves.
Rangemaster oven with gas hob.
MicrowaveFridge & freezerDishwasher.
washing machineDryer.
Smart TV.
WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Parking for 3 -4 cars.
Garden.
Patios and furniture.
Pubs and shops close by.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Please note: This property only accepts infants under 18 mths old and children over 12 yrs old.
Nearby points of interest
- Lake Windermere
- Wastwater Lake
- Wastwater Alpaca Trekking
Reviews (35)
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Maria
I feel it lacked Christmas spirit as there was no tree or decorations and this was missed by us Other than that this house was perfect for us
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Keith
Spacious enough to easily accommodate three couples in comfort, with the bedrooms being roughly the same size, so no real fight over which one each couple had! The previous reviewer's criticism we read about the towels has clearly been addressed too, as they were lovely and fluffy...
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Lin
The house and gardens are immaculate. The property is very comfortable. Four bathrooms was a definite plus. We were a party of five adults, including both my parents who are in their nineties. There was no mention of the many steps down to the property from the parking place and they struggled with these. These steps should be mentioned in the property description.