Guests say
HAYRAKE is a charming and cosy cottage praised for its ideal location in Ambleside, offering easy access to local shops, restaurants, and scenic walks. Guests appreciate the well-equipped kitchen, comfortable beds, and the pleasant views. While some minor maintenance issues are noted, the overall experience is very positive, with many guests planning return visits.
The cottage is generally considered clean and comfortable. However, there are remarks about the windows being dirty, which affected the enjoyment of the views. This suggests room for improvement in cleanliness, particularly regarding the windows.
The location is highly praised for its proximity to the centre of Ambleside, local amenities, and walking routes. Guests find it to be a great base for exploring the Lake District, contributing to a high score in this category.
Guests find the beds comfortable and the house cosy, especially during colder months. Some guests mentioned low beams and Wi-Fi not reaching the top floor, which slightly detracts from the overall comfort for those staying in the top bedrooms.
The cottage is well-equipped, particularly the kitchen, and offers a cosy lounge and dining area. However, guests noted some maintenance issues like non-working sockets and the desire for a dishwasher. The parking situation is also mentioned as tricky for certain vehicles.
There is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the hosts. Therefore, it is not possible to provide a score in this category.
About this property
Hayrake is in an ideal location, on the fringes of Ambleside..
Ground Floor:
Living room: TV, Open Fire
Dining room: Books, Games
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washer Dryer
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: Single (3ft) Bed
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet
Second Floor:
Bedroom 3: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 4: Single (3ft) Bed
Separate Toilet..
Gas central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen and towels included. Fuel for open fire available locally.. Patio garden with garden furniture. Private parking for 2 cars. Smoking permitted. Visit England 3 Star.. With glorious views of the Coniston Hills and local fell ranges, Hayrake is in an ideal location, on the fringes of the village with all amenities close to hand. Built of Lakeland stone, the cottage is very characterful, with cosy rooms, exposed beams and that all important open fire, Hayrake is also home to other features that you’d expect from such an old property, including the odd squeaky floorboard and uneven floor! Emphasis is more on creating a homely atmosphere than frills and fanciness, however Hayrake is very comfortable and offers everything for the holidaymaker. On three floors, the views get better the higher you go so you may have to toss a coin to decide who will have the top room.
Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
There are low banisters at the property.
There are low ceilings, doors and/or beams within the property.
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Nearby points of interest
- Lake Windermere
- Wastwater Lake
- Wastwater Alpaca Trekking
Reviews (14)
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Matthew
Well located, cosy cottage
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Confirmed Guest
What it lacked in mod cons, it made up for in charm.
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Confirmed Guest
Hayrake is a beautiful cottage ideally located in Amblesìde. I have stayed there before and will stay again