Guests say
ROUNDHILL COTTAGES 1 is a cosy and charming cottage in Ambleside, praised for its excellent location for walking and hiking. Guests appreciate the beautiful views and the proximity to local attractions. The cottage offers a comfortable stay with a superb bathroom and shower, though some guests suggest it could benefit from a touch of upkeep and modernisation.
The cottage is generally clean, with a notably superb bathroom. However, some guests mentioned the presence of cobwebs and the need for a more thorough cleaning of floors and kitchen drawers.
The location is highly praised for its quiet setting, proximity to the town centre, and easy access to local walks and hikes, making it an ideal base for exploring the area.
Most guests found the beds comfortable and the living space adequate. However, some noted issues with drafty doors and windows, and a general need for a warmer atmosphere during colder months.
The facilities are generally good, with an excellent shower and well-equipped kitchen. Some maintenance issues were noted, such as worn items, a missing DVD player, and minor repairs needed.
While guests did not mention specific gifts, there were comments on the lack of welcoming touches. It is politely noted that while such gestures are appreciated, they are not guaranteed.
About this property
A traditional slate cottage on the fringes of Grasmere village, ideal for enjoying walks to Helm Crag and Fairfield Horseshoe from the door.. 4 steps to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living room: TV, DVD Player, Open Fire
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Ceramic Hob, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: Bunk (3ft) Beds
Bedroom 3: Single (3ft) Bed
Bathroom: Roll Top Bath With Shower Attachment, Toilet.
Electric storage heaters, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. . Patio garden with garden furniture. Private parking for 1 car. Visit England 3 Star.. Less than a mile from the centre of Grasmere, Roundhill Cottages 1 is ideally placed for walkers being at the foot of numerous walks, Helm Crag and the Fairfield Horseshoe to name but two. A gentle stroll brings you to Grasmere, a traditional village with many romantic and poetic connections and still as inspiring today as it was for Wordsworth himself. Local attractions include the Wordsworth Museum, a very accessible walk around the Lake, a well-stocked garden centre and of course, the famous Grasmere Gingerbread - who could resist?
Built in the late 1800s, Roundhill Cottages 1 is a traditional slate cottage suitable for the smaller family. Cosy evenings can be spent in front of the open fire whilst a leisurely dinner can be enjoyed whilst taking in super views over the surrounding fell range. In fact, views can be had from most of the rooms but one of the best vantage points must be from the roll top bath, yes from the bath! Pub, shops and restaurant all 0.5 mile
Free WiFi
There are horizontal railings on the terrace and the gaps between the railings are more than 10cm.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Nearby points of interest
- Lake Windermere
- Wastwater Lake
- Wastwater Alpaca Trekking
Reviews (11)
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Confirmed Guest
Nice cosy cottage in great location for walking from the door. Things a bit worn in places but general in very good condition.Bring your own logs, washing up liquid and toilet roll, etc. Also couldn't find the DVD player as advertised.
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Péter
We really enjoyed our stay, the house was beautiful the location was excellent. It is a really great location for walks and hiking. The reason for not leaving 5 starts is because the cottage is managed by a company, who are really hard to communicate with, couldnt call them directly I had to stay in line every time I wanted to get in touch with them and tell the reason why we called them over and over again. We had a little emergency where we needed help, after 7 hours and several phone calls all we had was false promises and frustration. Hopefully they are going to do better next time.
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Aidan
Lovely little house located 10 minutes walk from the centre of Grasmere. We used it as a base to hike in the central fells around Easedale Tarn, which were accesible from the house without the need for a drive. Host responded quickly to our queries leading up to the trip. The lounge is bigger than it looks in the photos.