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Take Five

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ID: S281645

Bedrooms 3
・Sleeps 6
・Pets 1

Guests say

This summary has been generated using feedback from guests who have stayed at this property

Take Five is a well-received holiday cottage in Ambleside, praised for its excellent location, stunning views, and spacious, well-equipped interiors. Guests appreciate the proximity to local amenities and the ease of access to beautiful walks. The property's cleanliness, comfort, and thoughtful touches contribute to memorable stays, despite some minor maintenance issues and suggestions for improvements.

Cleanliness

The property generally receives high marks for cleanliness, with guests noting it as spotless on arrival. However, there are isolated comments about dust and a stained mattress cover, suggesting room for improvement in certain areas.

Location

The location is highly praised for its convenience to Ambleside and local attractions, with beautiful views and wildlife sightings adding to the appeal. It's an easy stroll to the town centre and nearby walks, making it an ideal base for exploring.

Comfort

Overall, guests find the property comfortable, with special mentions of the quality furnishings and well-equipped kitchen. However, some guests noted issues with hard beds, pillow quality, and heating control, indicating that comfort could be enhanced with attention to these details.

Facilities

Facilities are generally well-regarded, especially the kitchen and entertainment options. Criticisms include maintenance issues like non-functioning doorbells, speakers, and tumble dryer, as well as a lack of instructions for appliances. The provision of consumables like toilet paper was also a point of contention.

Thoughtfulness

Unfortunately we’ve been unable assess this category comprehensively enough based on the reviews we’ve received from guests about this property.

About this property

Located in the exclusive Lesketh How development just a short stroll to the centre of Ambleside. Take Five is a superb architect designed Lakeland residence finished to a beautiful standard.

Enter into a welcoming hallway where you’ll find space for outdoor gear before stepping into a large open plan living area with views to the stunning surrounding fells. A spacious family dining table is perfect for celebratory dinners, which can be prepared in the modern kitchen on luxurious marble worktops. French doors open onto a large semi-circular south facing balcony complete with dining furniture for al fresco meals. Take Five has three sumptuous bedrooms; the first bedroom is a king size master complete with en-suite facilities, the second bedroom can be presented as a king or twin room and the third bedroom is a comfortabl double. The property also contains a spacious family bathroom. Private parking is available for two vehicles.

Take Five is a short level stroll into Ambleside’s bustling centre where you can browse outdoor shops, enjoy brunch in a modern cafe and socialise over a few drinks in a traditional Lakeland pub. From Ambleside you can head on foot straight into the beautiful Lakeland fells, take a scenic drive over the dramatic Kirkstone Pass or step aboard a ‘Windermere Steamer’ for a cruise across England's largest lake.

For groups heading to the Lake District to celebrate a special occasion, Take Five provides luxurious accommodation in one of the area’s most desirable settings.

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

Three bedrooms: 1 x first floor king-size double with Juliet balcony, en-suite shower, basin, and WC, 1 x first floor king-size double (This is a zip link bed & will be a double unless requested as twins), 1 x first floor double.

Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.

Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with TV and French windows to patio.

Utility, cloakroom with WC.

One well behaved dog accepted.

Babies and Children welcome please note no Cot or High Chair available - please provide your own.

Gas central heating.

Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, Nespresso coffee machine, Smart TV, WiFi.

Private parking for 2 cars.

Large patio with outdoor dining furniture.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop and pub just a few minutes walk.

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