Guests say
High Fellside is a well-equipped cottage in Ambleside with stunning views and peaceful surroundings. Guests appreciate its proximity to town and local walks, though some find the uphill walk challenging. The property is praised for its cleanliness, comfort, and thoughtful touches, despite minor maintenance issues and a lack of guaranteed gifts.
The property is generally very clean, with guests feeling it is homely. However, there are isolated comments about the need to clean kitchen appliances upon arrival, which slightly affects the score.
The location is excellent, offering wonderful views and proximity to local amenities. The walk into town is noted to be easy for those with reasonable fitness, though it may be challenging for others.
The property is cosy and well-equipped for families, with an especially good downstairs bedroom and en-suite. However, some guests mention dark and musty back bedrooms and a cold draught in one room, which impacts the comfort level.
Facilities are generally good, with a well-equipped kitchen and the addition of a washer-dryer. However, there are reports of a missing DVD player, a squeaky bed, and a non-functional tumble dryer, indicating room for improvement in maintenance.
While guests have not specifically mentioned gifts, they find the cottage thoughtfully equipped. However, as there is no mention of gifts, a score cannot be provided for this category.
About this property
Stylish, modern property set above the village of Ambleside enjoying superb views of the local fell range and a cosy wood burning stove, great for those out of season breaks.. 9 steps to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Utility Room: Washer Dryer
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Ensuite: Walk-In Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
First Floor:
Living/dining room: Freeview TV, Amazon Echo, Woodburner
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher
Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Gas central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot, highchair and stairgate.. Enclosed garden with patio and garden furniture. Private parking for 2 cars.. High Fellside is situated high above the village of Ambleside, on the side of Wansfell Pike. The house enjoys panoramic views of Loughrigg, Fairfield Horseshoe and surrounding fells. A strategically placed bench perched at the top of the garden offers an even greater view across Ambleside and the stunning backdrop. Ambleside is stocked with a good selection of bars, restaurants and independent retailers, as well as plenty of seasonal attractions to suit all ages and is easily reached via a short walk down the hill. Set adjacent to Blue Hill Wood, High Fellside offers keen nature lovers the chance to see owls, bats, deer and hear the odd woodpecker.
A neutral colour scheme has been used at High Fellside to create a contemporary style. The spacious, well equipped living/dining room is a delightful room with a picture window from where you can absorb the breath-taking outlook towards Loughrigg and beyond, which is stunning whatever the weather is doing; whilst a wood burner, surrounded by comfy leather sofas, provides a focal point and a cosy, homely feel in the cooler months.
High Fellside has an enclosed, private patio area which enjoys a sunny aspect and stunning views of the fells. From here you can also hear the nearby beck as the water cascades down the fell; an ideal place for al fresco dining and barbecues. Shop, pub and restaurant 500 yards.
Free WiFi
Nearby points of interest
- Lake Windermere
- Wastwater Lake
- Wastwater Alpaca Trekking
Reviews (12)
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Confirmed Guest
The views are lovely even on a poor day, sitting at breakfast looking out of the lounge window at the views was great. There is a shortcut from the property down into Ambleside so we left the car at home in the evenings and walked there and back which was really good. The property has all the equipment you need. The only negatives, I had to clean the hob, kettle, toaster on arrival as they seemed greasy, more importantly as mentioned in previous review the bed rooms at the back need sorting out as they smell damp, foisty.
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Confirmed Guest
We very much enjoyed our break at 'High Fellside'...The house is in a quiet location but still near enough to facilities in Amleside, plus it was thoughtfully equipped with everything we needed during our stay.
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Confirmed Guest
Everything we needed. Would have been nice if a small cartoon of milk had been left.