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Ashness, Ambleside

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3.9
out of 5
Guest Rating
Rating
3.9
out of 5
Cumbria » Ambleside
Sleeps up to 4
Pets 1
Bedrooms: 2

Ashness is a two-bedroom mews cottage in Ambleside with one double and one twin bedroom. This property sits in a peaceful lane in the Kirkland Foot area of Cumbria. The cottage features an open plan living area combining kitchen, dining space and sitting room. A family bathroom offers a bath with shower over.

The location puts you at the northern tip of Lake Windermere. Ambleside town centre sits just 5-10 minutes walk down Peggy Hill. Waterhead is 15 minutes on foot. Wansfell Pike and Todd Crag are right on your doorstep for fell walking.

The cottage sleeps up to four guests. One small pet is welcome. The kitchen includes an electric oven, hob, microwave, fridge and washer/dryer. Entertainment comes via TV with Freeview, DVD player, CD player and Wi-Fi.

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About Ashness

Ashness is a two-bedroom mews cottage in Ambleside with one double and one twin bedroom. This property sits in a peaceful lane in the Kirkland Foot area of Cumbria. The cottage features an open plan living area combining kitchen, dining space and sitting room. A family bathroom offers a bath with shower over.

The location puts you at the northern tip of Lake Windermere. Ambleside town centre sits just 5-10 minutes walk down Peggy Hill. Waterhead is 15 minutes on foot. Wansfell Pike and Todd Crag are right on your doorstep for fell walking.

The cottage sleeps up to four guests. One small pet is welcome. The kitchen includes an electric oven, hob, microwave, fridge and washer/dryer. Entertainment comes via TV with Freeview, DVD player, CD player and Wi-Fi. Private parking for one car is included.

Stock Ghyll Force waterfall is 0.8 miles away (5 minutes drive). Bridge House National Trust Centre is 0.5 miles (3 minutes). Lake Windermere boat hire at Waterhead is 1 mile (6 minutes). Grasmere sits 4.4 miles away (12 minutes).

This cottage works best for walkers and couples exploring the Lakes. The designated parking space is rare for Ambleside. Book Ashness for a practical base in the heart of the national park.

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Ashness Attractions & Days Out

Explore the wonderful attractions and activities surrounding Ashness during your stay. Find the best places to visit and things to do in the local area, all conveniently organised by distance and type. Charming villages to lively and exciting attractions - there's something for everyone to enjoy. Browse through our categories including attractions, walks & outdoor activities, shopping destinations and handy tips on getting around. Plan your perfect day out. Whether you're looking for family fun, romantic experiences, or pet-friendly adventures, this cottage provides an ideal base to explore Cumbria's fantastic days out. Click on any attraction for more detailed information including address, opening times and visitor tips.

Stock Ghyll Force
Distance: 0.8 miles
LA22 9TL
Bridge House National Trust
Distance: 0.5 miles
LA22 9DT
Waterhead Pier
Distance: 1 mile
LA22 0ER
Wansfell Pike
Distance: 0.3 miles
LA22 9EH
Todd Crag
Distance: 0.6 miles
LA22 0EF
Loughrigg Fell
Distance: 2.1 miles
LA22 9NG
Ambleside Town Centre
Distance: 0.4 miles
LA22 9BT
Booths Supermarket
Distance: 0.6 miles
LA22 9BU
Windermere Village
Distance: 4.7 miles
LA23 1AF
Ambleside Bus Station
Distance: 0.5 miles
LA22 9BS
Waterhead Car Park
Distance: 1 mile
LA22 0EP
Ambleside Medical Centre
Distance: 0.6 miles
LA22 9DX
Stock Ghyll Force
Distance: 0.8 miles
LA22 9TL
Bridge House National Trust
Distance: 0.5 miles
LA22 9DT
Waterhead Pier
Distance: 1 mile
LA22 0ER
Wansfell Pike
Distance: 0.3 miles
LA22 9EH
Todd Crag
Distance: 0.6 miles
LA22 0EF
Loughrigg Fell
Distance: 2.1 miles
LA22 9NG
Ambleside Town Centre
Distance: 0.4 miles
LA22 9BT
Booths Supermarket
Distance: 0.6 miles
LA22 9BU
Windermere Village
Distance: 4.7 miles
LA23 1AF
Ambleside Bus Station
Distance: 0.5 miles
LA22 9BS
Waterhead Car Park
Distance: 1 mile
LA22 0EP
Ambleside Medical Centre
Distance: 0.6 miles
LA22 9DX

Is Ashness Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families
Ashness works for families with older children who enjoy walking and outdoor activities. Stock Ghyll Force waterfall is 0.8 miles away for an easy family walk. Lake Windermere boat hire at Waterhead is one mile from the cottage. The two independent cinemas in Ambleside provide entertainment on rainy days. The cottage has no garden, which limits play space for younger children.
For Couples
The cottage offers a peaceful retreat for couples in a quiet lane yet close to Ambleside's restaurants and pubs. The double bedroom provides comfortable accommodation after days exploring the fells. Romantic walks to Stock Ghyll Force and around Lake Windermere start from your door. The private parking means easy access to Grasmere, Keswick and other Lake District destinations. Ambleside's specialist shops and cafes are just five minutes walk away.
Pet Friendly
One small pet is welcome at Ashness. The cottage has a small outside seating area but no fenced garden for dogs to run freely. Excellent walking routes start directly from the property including Wansfell Pike and Todd Crag. Lake Windermere walks are one mile away at Waterhead. Ambleside has several pet-friendly pubs and cafes within walking distance. Dogs need to be kept on leads in the immediate area.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Ashness

The Giggling Goose

Located 0.4 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA22 9BS

The Golden Rule

Located 0.5 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA22 9BT

Doi Intanon Thai Restaurant

Located 0.4 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA22 9DU

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Ashness

Does this cottage have a hot tub?
No, Ashness does not have a hot tub. The property has a family bathroom with a bath and shower over.
Is it pet friendly?
Yes, one small pet is accepted at Ashness. The cottage has a small outside seating area but no fenced garden for dogs.
How many people does Ashness sleep?
The cottage sleeps up to four guests across two bedrooms. One bedroom has a double bed and the other has twin beds.
What parking is available?
Private parking for one car is provided directly outside the property. This designated space is particularly valuable in the Ambleside area where parking is limited.
How far is Ambleside town centre?
Ambleside town centre is approximately 5-10 minutes walk down Peggy Hill from the cottage. Shops, restaurants, pubs and two independent cinemas are all easily accessible.
What kitchen facilities are provided?
The kitchen includes an electric oven, electric hob, microwave, fridge and a combined washer/dryer. There is no dishwasher at this property.
Is Wi-Fi available at the cottage?
Yes, Wi-Fi is available throughout the property. The password can be found in the guestbook at the cottage.
What walking routes are nearby?
Wansfell Pike and Todd Crag are accessible directly from the cottage doorstep. Stock Ghyll Force waterfall is 0.8 miles away and Waterhead on Lake Windermere is one mile from the property.

Ashness Reviews

We have spent many holidays on this accommodation love the location and the ... We have spent many holidays on this accommodation love the location and the property itself is fine for us , the only thing I would say is that it needs updating and simple things like paint needs refreshing and bathroom could do with a new suite
Great holiday accommodation. They restrict to one animal dog but allowed a second after a phone call. All you could need for a great holiday. Good selection od books, games, TV etc if stuck inside. It is a little way up a hill but as a Lake District holiday is about hills not an issue.
Fantastic property, great wifi, location, Parking right outside the house and very comfortable bed but, downstairs could really do with new furniture sofa arms and dinning table chairs very stained. Kitchen equipment knives, grater etc could also do with being replaced. All in all we enjoyed our stay very much and would definitely rebook.
Denise
A lovely clean holiday home. Pleasantly surprised after reading other comments. Very spacious and had everything we needed. Soft but comfy beds and shower over the bath worked well. Nice view from kitchen window. Within 5 min walk to the centre of Ambleside. An incline to come back up to the house but this didnt trouble us. Lovely and quiet when we stopped. No condiments or welcome pack but we always take our own saltpepper, milk etc plus toiletkitchen rolls so this wasnt a problem for us. Dryer on washing machine doesnt dry clothes but managed to get clothes dried on the radiator. Would definitely stop again and highly recommend this holiday cottage.
We had a lovely long weekend break at this comfortable cottage. The location is great, in the centre of Ambleside with the bonus of a parking space. The bathroom is looking a little tired, but it's fully functional with a great shower. The accommodation was very clean, but was let down by the 'clean' sheet on the bed which had some longstanding stains that hadn't come out in the wash, which was slightly off putting to find as you get into bed. That must have been noticed as the cleaning staff were making up the bed and they should be removing the item from circulation not leaving it on the bed. Otherwise I would recommend this accommodation without hesitation.
Robert
Propert now looking tired, lots of black mould in the bathroom, double bed matress tired as well as the easy chairs down stairs. Dining table chars were very grubby. Such a shame for a lovely property, parking and location
Caroline
Very comfortable accommodation in a great location.
Darryl
Our second time at Ashness. 2 adults plus dog. Excellent location very close to town. Very comfortable property had everything we needed. Really good powerfully shower. Easy booking process and Excellent info and communication from Sykes
Andrew
Very nice property well located 5 minutes from the town centre and local pubs etc. Property was warm and welcoming and comfortable, and matched the description well. Lots of good walks close to the property so car could be left in the parking space allocated Happy to revisit again in the future
Well positioned for walking to the centre of Ambleside and also the surrounding fells. Parking was convenient. The house was well equipped. The beds were a bit tired and didn't offer much support for stiff backs. Overall the house needed a proper clean the furniture had not been moved to clean underneath for some time. We probably would book this property again.
Michael
That needs only one word Perfect!
Catherine
This property definitely suited our needs for our short stay in Ambleside. The location was excellent, as it's only a short walk into Ambleside and beat of all, has it's own car park space. Having seen other people arrive in holiday cottages with no or little car park spaces, we realised how important this car park space is! The inside is nice enough, and the beds ar extremely comfortable. The shower was surprisingly excellent! It has no garden sadly, but that didn't matter. The interior isn't huge or fancy, but it suited our needs for a short stay
Roisin
Sykes impossible to contact to discuss the lack of garden as advertised, refused full refund and did not want to accommodate elsewhere. Tried to message to let someone know we arrived and checked out. Despite this the property itself was very pleasant and comfortable. Close to the town centre and in a lovely quiet area. Basic necessities like kitchen roll, toilet roll, condiments and complimentary coffee tea and milk on arrival would have been a bonus after travelling for so long before needing to go out to buy everything needed. Dishwasher tablets in the cleaning kit would be useful if there was a dishwasher.
Chun Kong
Great location, 7 minutes walk to the town center ,up on a slope quiet clean and fully equipped
Carolynn
We had a great stay again at Ashness, an excellent base for exploring The Lakes and very convenient for Ambleside. A fair price for the facilities on offer.
Lounge carpet was stained and not that clean for a carpet that was new two years ago. oven could do with a clean as the smell is evident when you enter the property. Double bed mattress is very soft and not great for the back. Location great, this was our third year in this property, first time without a dog.
Property in need of some TLC, in a lovely location
Robert
Lounge carpet was stained and not that clean for a carpet that was new two years ago. oven could do with a clean as the smell is evident when you enter the property. Double bed mattress is very soft and not great for the back. Location great, this was our third year in this property, first time without a dog.
Yanlin
Very nice and comfortable house, and the location is perfect. However, during our stay, we found some inconveniences due to the lack of basic supplies such as shampoo, shower gel, and a hair dryer in the bathroom, as well as dishwashing liquid and kitchen paper in the kitchen. Aside from that, everything was amazingwe really enjoyed our stay and would definitely recommend the house.
Philip
Everything was perfectly as described, excellent standard of cleanliness throughout and great proximity to centre of Ambleside. Some more general info at the cottage itself would have been helpful such as wherewhen to put the refuse out and location of wifi code virtually hidden in visitors book. Other than that, all superb.
A cracking little house in a terrific location. Everything about it was spoton we had a great stay and will definitely return to this property. The only tiniest of niggle was the location of the wifi info it could do with greater prominence. It's written in the corner of a page of the visitor book in such small writing that I managed to completely cover it with my not particularly large thumb while leafing through the book in search of it. Took me an age to eventually spot it. Maybe a small notice on the dresser would be helpful.
Shannon
Could not find a WiFi code. Could not work out the heating which came on during the evening and was very hot. Other than that, good location.
Lovely cottage however said there was an outside space and dog friendly, which I mistook for an outside fenced garden. We didnt find any instructions about what to do with the bedding or where to put the rubbish out? Lovely lady in office opposite advised us. Beautiful place to visit so close to Lake Windermere, ideally situated.
Location was fantastic by car you have Keswick 30 minutes away, Windermere & Grasmere 10 minutes away. Then you can park outside holiday cottage and walk into Ambleside within 10 minutes. Holiday cottage was spacious in all rooms and really lovely. I would say it does need a full redecoration, it is very yellow and the sofa chair in dining room are not comfy at all. Also, no garden as it does state, so if you do take a dog you'll be walking round the grass round the corner. But for the price paid, parking and comfort of the cottage I would 1000 book again.
Would have liked clearer instructions regarding the heating. Dishwasher would have been more useful than a washing machine. Generally a lovely cottage and very comfortable stay. Thank you
Rachael
Very disappointing would not revisit this property without reassurance that the leak problem has been rectified. We visited this property in Feb 24, & having read the review by Eric dated Sept 2023, we assumed the leak issue had been sorted. However, we experienced exactly the same issue & water poured through the kitchen ceiling, causing the electric to cut out. We had to wait in for a Maintenance visit. We were offered a move to an alternative property, but with only 2 nights remaining, it wasnt worth the hassle. This is a known issue & we were not informed by Sykes or the owner beforehand to be given other options to cancel or rebook. Very little Welcome Information provided about the house we eventually found a small full guestbook, but felt there was a real lack of attention to detail. We had to make 2 calls to Sykes requesting information that should have been readily available. Such a shame, this house is in a perfect location and has such potential, but we will not be returning.
DVD player can't be connected to TV, player is a scart connection, TV is a HDMI connection, other than that comfortable stay.
This was our 2nd visit to Ashness and our last. On Sunday evening water came rushing through the kitchen ceiling for about 10 mins. Lakelovers were called but clearly this was an issue they were already aware of, putting it down to ingress from an adjacent property. Telling us that the property owner needs to resolve this with the adjacent property does not help with our holiday. We were worried it could happen again anytime and also about the safety of the house electrics. We booked this cottage last year and paid our balance in August. As this was a known problem we should have been offered other options to cancel or rebook elsewhere before we came. We paid Lakelovers in good faith for something they knew was faulty.
Lovely property with splendid views and walks near by. Well equipped kitchen, comfortable bed and the shower was excellent. We only had one small issue. There needs to be a welcome book folder with all the dos and donts, we spent quite awhile looking for the WiFi password to then find it in the guestbook guestbook is full so we was unable to leave a comment
Richard
The only issue was that some of the doors were difficult to close. Apart from that everything was fine and we had a lovely holiday.
We were very pleasantly surprised with the property. It is a delightful two bedroom cottage style property. The kitchen and all the carpets were new and of great quality, the beds very comfortable. The white bed linen and soft towels added a touch of luxury. The position of the property was excellent just 2 minute walk from the high st, restaurants and pubs. Having a table and chairs outside was wonderful as the weather was glorious we were able to eat outside. I would highly recommend the property and hope to return soon.
New carpets fitted, doors including bathroom would not open or close properly.
Robert
New carpets fitted, doors including bathroom would not open or close properly.
Thomas
This was a return visit to Ashness and one criticism we made previously concerned curtains in the spare room. No linings and curtains are thin so very light from very early morning making sleep poor. Blackout linings required. Only other issue this time would be lack of hair dryer. Other than these points we were very happy with accommodation. Visitors book was full so could not leave comments.
Great location Ambleside has everything u want pubs & restaurants for eating out and central location for all the lakes, parking outside front door, clean & comfortable cottage. Walk up the hill from town centre may be difficult for some.
Do not let negative and picky reviews put you off , Ashness is a little gem, warm and homely , its own parking space a real Bonus on Windermere , clean and neat with stunning views behind it . Its also a perfect distance from the main Ambleside thoroughfare , so nice and quiet but within touching distance . Nice big rooms, a fantastic shower , nice refreshed kitchen and excellent heating . Please think twice when being nasty in reviews, these properties are peoples livelihoods and people have feelings . The staff at Heart of The Lakes are fantastic also , we really enjoyed our stay , was too short and wont hesitate to return . Thank you to all involved .
Perfect for our needs, just the type of property we are after, you don't want a glamour show house with a dog in tow.
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