Guests say
The Bay Cottage in Ambleside is highly praised for its superb location, cleanliness, and comfort. Guests appreciate the well-appointed kitchen, en-suite rooms, and thoughtful touches like welcome packs. While parking is limited and some noise issues are mentioned, the overall sentiment is positive with many guests planning to return.
Most reviews highlight the property's cleanliness, with terms like 'super clean' and 'immaculately clean' used. However, one negative review citing cleanliness issues lowers the score slightly.
The location is consistently praised for being close to the lake and Ambleside town centre, with easy access to walks and local amenities. The proximity to attractions makes it an ideal base for exploring.
Guests find the beds comfortable and the living spaces well-furnished. Some concerns about road noise and the need for fans during warmer weather slightly affect the comfort score.
The property is well-equipped with en-suite rooms and a kitchen that guests love. Maintenance issues like ants and loose fixtures are noted, indicating room for improvement in this area.
While guests mention welcome packs and the addition of fans, there are not enough references to specific thoughtful gestures or gifts to accurately score this category. Therefore, the score is set to null.
About this property
Nestled in the popular town of Ambleside, Cumbria, is this beautiful three-storey Victorian cottage, The Bay Cottage. Enjoying a superb location within the Lake District National Park at the northern tip of Lake Windermere, The Bay Cottage is a fantastic choice for a group or family of six. The property benefits from one off-road parking space for a small to medium car, and a small rear patio with bistro table, perfect for savouring your morning coffee whilst planning the days adventures. On the ground floor, you will find an inviting sitting room, with bay window offering views of the adjacent fields, plush seating and a Smart TV, a haven to return to after a day of adventure, as well as the first of three bedrooms, a lovely double with en-suite shower room.
Make your way down to the lower-ground-floor, where you’ll find the fully-equipped and spacious kitchen/diner, where you can whip up your best meals, ready to savour at the breakfast bar for four or dining table for six. On this floor, you will also find a handy utility and cloakroom for your convenience. Head up to the first floor, where you’ll find an additional king-size bedroom with Smart TV and en-suite shower room, as well as a double with walk-in shower in the room and en-suite cloakroom. Explore the town, where you can treat your loved ones to a meal out at The Old Stamp House, Lake Road Kitchen and Luigis, stock up on essentials at the convenience store, tour the Armitt Library & Museum Centre, visit the fascinating Ambleside Fort, or hike up to the stunning Stock Ghyll Force.
Continue onto Windermere, where you can try your hand at a plethora of watersports on the famous lake, soak up the views from Queen Adelaide’s Hill, tuck-in to fresh seafood at Hooked, and visit the popular World of Beatrix Potter Attraction. The foodies of your group can visit neighbouring Bowness-on-Windermere, home to three Michelin Star restaurants, Henrock, HRiSHi, and Gilpin Spice. Further afield, you’ll find Grasmere, home to the former home of William Wordsworth, Grasmere Brewery, and Dove Bistro. Adventure awaits at The Bay Cottage.
Ambleside, at the northern end of England's largest lake, Lake Windermere, serves as an excellent jumping-off point for excursions throughout the middle Lakes; nearby attractions such as Grasmere and the Langdale Valley make it easy to explore the region. Cruises, boat rides, and watersports on Lake Windermere are just some of the activities available, and the hamlet itself has lots of stores, restaurants, and bars to satisfy any taste. On Waterhead's lakeshore, the parkland provides beautiful views along the lake and a small beach, while a stroll in the opposite direction, along Stock Ghyll through the woods, leads to the hypnotic Stock Ghyll Force waterfall. In addition to the lake and the excellent hiking, Ambleside is well-known for its yearly rushbearing ritual and the little "Bridge House," built in the 17th century and now serving as a National Trust information centre.
Accommodation
Over three floors: Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size with Smart TV and en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC,1 x double with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC,1 x double with walk-in shower and en-suite cloakroom.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner with Smart TV.
Sitting room.
Gas central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher.
3 x Smart TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for one small to medium car, public car park available nearby (pay & display) for additional cars.
Small rear patio with furniture (4 chairs).
2 well behaved dogs welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 1.1 miles, pub 0.1 miles.
Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out by 10am.
Note: The property is alongside a road so some road noise may be heard
Nearby points of interest
- Lake Windermere
- Wastwater Lake
- Wastwater Alpaca Trekking
Reviews (30)
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Catherine
The house is just a two minute walk from the gorgeous lake too and only a fifteen minute walk into Ambleside town. We had an issue on the first night of a missing cot, both Sykes and the owner were amazing, both responding so quickly to our messages and a cot was delivered that evening- we were very impressed. I cannot recommend this property highly enough, thank you so much to the owner, youâve put so much thought and care into the house, we loved it.
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Sarah
Itâs well equipped with mugs, plates, cutlery etc. It was clean, warm and accommodated 6 adults and 2 dogs really well. The position is lovely with a small walk to pubs, cafes and Windermere Lake which the dogs loved. The Christmas decorations were a nice touch.
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Karen
We never even sat in lounge the kitchen was perfect to cook and gab. House is high end quality and spotlessly clean. It was a Lovely time spent with our friends .