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Beechside, Ambleside

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Cumbria » Ambleside
Sleeps up to 5
Bedrooms: 3

Beechside is a stunning duplex apartment set above Ambleside in the Lake District National Park. Located on the banks of Stock Ghyll Force, this three-bedroom property offers ground and first-floor accommodation for up to five guests.

The location puts you within walking distance of Lake Windermere and Ambleside town centre. Stock Ghyll waterfall provides a peaceful backdrop. Grasmere sits 4. 4 miles away and Windermere 4. 7 miles.

The ground floor features a king-size bedroom with walk-in shower and bidet, plus a single bedroom with access to a sleek shower room. Upstairs you'll find an elegant king-size bedroom with bath and a mezzanine snug. The first-floor living area includes a dining table for six, plush sofas and a balcony.

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About Beechside

Beechside is a stunning duplex apartment set above Ambleside in the Lake District National Park. Located on the banks of Stock Ghyll Force, this three-bedroom property offers ground and first-floor accommodation for up to five guests.

The location puts you within walking distance of Lake Windermere and Ambleside town centre. Stock Ghyll waterfall provides a peaceful backdrop. Grasmere sits 4.4 miles away and Windermere 4.7 miles.

The ground floor features a king-size bedroom with walk-in shower and bidet, plus a single bedroom with access to a sleek shower room. Upstairs you'll find an elegant king-size bedroom with bath and a mezzanine snug. The first-floor living area includes a dining table for six, plush sofas and a balcony. The fully-equipped kitchen includes dishwasher and washer-dryer. Off-road parking for one car.

Ambleside offers independent shops, pubs like The Unicorn and restaurants including Fellinis. Lake Windermere (0.5 miles, 2 mins) provides watersports and cruises. Rydal Mount (2 miles, 6 mins) and Grasmere (4.4 miles, 12 mins) make excellent days out.

Perfect for families or couples wanting a well-equipped base for exploring the central Lakes. Beechside combines quality furnishings with an unbeatable location.

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Beechside Attractions & Days Out

Explore the wonderful attractions and activities surrounding Beechside 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.

Lake Windermere at Waterhead
Distance: 0.5 miles
LA22 0EP
Stock Ghyll Force Waterfall
Distance: 0.1 miles
LA22 9BP
Bridge House National Trust
Distance: 0.3 miles
LA22 9DU
Rydal Caves and Rydal Mount
Distance: 2 miles
LA22 9LU
Grasmere Village Walk
Distance: 4.4 miles
LA22 9SH
Stock Ghyll Waterfall Trail
Distance: 0.2 miles
LA22 9BP
Ambleside Town Centre Shops
Distance: 0.3 miles
LA22 9BS
Co-op Food Store
Distance: 0.4 miles
LA22 9BT
Independent Gift Shops
Distance: 0.3 miles
LA22 9DT
Ambleside Cinema
Distance: 0.4 miles
LA22 9DU
Lake Windermere Cruises
Distance: 0.6 miles
LA22 0EP
Grasmere Brewery
Distance: 4.4 miles
LA22 9SW
Lake Windermere at Waterhead
Distance: 0.5 miles
LA22 0EP
Stock Ghyll Force Waterfall
Distance: 0.1 miles
LA22 9BP
Bridge House National Trust
Distance: 0.3 miles
LA22 9DU
Rydal Caves and Rydal Mount
Distance: 2 miles
LA22 9LU
Grasmere Village Walk
Distance: 4.4 miles
LA22 9SH
Stock Ghyll Waterfall Trail
Distance: 0.2 miles
LA22 9BP
Ambleside Town Centre Shops
Distance: 0.3 miles
LA22 9BS
Co-op Food Store
Distance: 0.4 miles
LA22 9BT
Independent Gift Shops
Distance: 0.3 miles
LA22 9DT
Ambleside Cinema
Distance: 0.4 miles
LA22 9DU
Lake Windermere Cruises
Distance: 0.6 miles
LA22 0EP
Grasmere Brewery
Distance: 4.4 miles
LA22 9SW

Is Beechside Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families
Beechside accepts a maximum of two children and provides a cot and highchair. The ground-floor single bedroom and bathroom offer convenience for families. Ambleside has an independent cinema and Lake Windermere offers boat trips. The apartment includes games and DVDs for rainy days. Stock Ghyll waterfall sits right beside the property for easy exploring.
For Couples
The mezzanine snug offers a private retreat for reading and relaxation. The first-floor balcony provides morning coffee with views down towards Lake Windermere. Walk into Ambleside for restaurants like Misto Italian and Jintana Thai. The peaceful sound of Stock Ghyll creates a romantic atmosphere. Welcome wine often greets arrivals for a special touch.
Pet Friendly
Beechside does not accept pets. The owners maintain a strict no pets policy to preserve the quality of furnishings and accommodate guests with allergies. The apartment's spotless condition and high standards are maintained through this policy. If you're travelling with a dog, you'll need to find alternative accommodation in the Ambleside area.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Beechside

Fellinis Vegetarian Restaurant

Located 0.3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA22 9BS

The Unicorn Inn

Located 0.3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA22 9DU

Jintana Thai Restaurant

Located 0.4 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA22 9BU

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Beechside

Does Beechside have a hot tub?
No, this property does not have a hot tub. The apartment features three bathrooms including walk-in showers and a bath for relaxation after days exploring the Lakes.
Is Beechside pet friendly?
No, pets are not permitted at this property. The owners maintain a strict no pets policy to ensure the apartment remains suitable for all guests including those with allergies.
How many people does Beechside sleep?
Beechside sleeps up to five guests across three bedrooms. There are two king-size bedrooms and one single bedroom, with a maximum of two children allowed per booking.
What parking is available at Beechside?
The property has off-road parking for one car in a small space. A few visitor parking spots marked with a V are available around the complex for additional vehicles.
How far is Beechside from Ambleside town centre?
Beechside is approximately 0.3 miles from Ambleside centre, around a five-minute walk down the bank. Note that the return journey involves a steep walk back up for those less fit.
What kitchen equipment is provided?
The kitchen includes electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge-freezer, dishwasher and washer-dryer. Copious supplies from herbs to cling film are provided along with all utensils and cleaning goods.
Is there WiFi at Beechside?
Yes, WiFi and broadband are included throughout the property. Guests report the internet connection is excellent for streaming and staying connected during your stay.
What are the check-in and check-out times?
Check-in is from 4pm onwards on your arrival day. Check-out is by 10am on your departure day to allow time for cleaning before the next guests arrive.

Beechside Reviews

Copilot said We had a great holiday and would recommend the property to many guests. However, we felt the listing was somewhat misleading. We specifically searched for a property with a groundfloor bedroom and bathroom, and while the listing suggests this, access to the accommodation requires climbing a full flight of external stairs. As the property is situated above another accommodation, it feels more like a first and secondfloor property rather than a true groundfloor one. Although this was manageable for us, my wife found the stairs challenging, particularly when accessing the car park. Guests with mobility issues or wheelchair users may wish to take this into consideration. Had the access arrangements been made clearer in the listing, we may have chosen a different property. Overall, it is a lovely place to stay, but we feel the description could be more accurate.
Excellent property. Been there many times and will keep going.
We keep returning to Beechside because it is so comfortable, wellequipped and in a convenient location for Ambleside town.
Sharon
This was our 5th visit to the lakes but our 1st at Beechside. It was by far the best accommodation we have stayed in. The small touches by th owners of a welcome back was greatly appreciated. We will definitely be coming back
Rachel
Cannot recommend Beechside highly enough. Absolutely perfect location and very well equipped with everything we could possibly need. There has been so much thought and care put in to make your stay here perfect. We would love to stay again. Thank you very much xxx
Superb accommodation with everything you would need and more! So much attention to detail and instructions for everything so that our holiday was completely stress free. Thank you.
Kieran
What an amazing property! Beautiful ideal location for walks and into ambleside. Clean and spacious with all the amenities and a lovely welcome pack on arrival
Sharon
Comfy, spacious and very clean cottage with lots of care & detail put into quality furnishings. Large enough for a big family. Parking limited to one vehicle and space is small, if you have a chunky car or 4WD. We were grateful for this beautiful holiday home looking out over the Ghyll as our party were 3 generations, eldest being 87 and the weather was against us. Steep walk down to Ambleside and back again for those less fitable.
A brilliant place. unbelievably clean everything you needed for a super holiday please thank the owners very much. lovely wine as a welcome gift. we shall return next rear. thank you very much
Gillian
We have stayed in Beechside many times and as always it is maintained to a high standard . Its the perfect place to stay in Ambleside and we cant imagine staying anywhere else
Joanne
Our stay was perfect at Beechside, a very comfortable stay in a clean, modern spacious house with everything you could possibly ask for even down to games to play in the evening and lots of information for things to in and around the surrounding areas. Excellent location Ambleside is beautiful with amazing pubs and restaurants all within a short walk. The welcome pack was a lovely treat and wouldnt hesitate to stay again and would highly recommend.
We loved our stay at Beechwood. As a family of 5 the accommodation was spotless. It felt like it was newly decorated and new bathrooms. The kitchen had all you could need with all the little bits and pieces of cleaning implements that you would often forget to bring for a self catering holiday. We would definitely come back if visiting Lake District again as also the location is so good too. Just a short walk into Ambleside town. The lovely sound of the ghyll water flowing nearby also loved and found very therapeutic.
Robert
Lovely property in a great location. Fantastically equipped with everything you could want, and the welcome pack was an added bonus!
et Hart
What a fabulous place to spend a week. In your beautiful home. This was our first time to the lake district and it met all our expectations. We will certainly come back. Thank you
Michelle
A beautiful property in a great location in Ambleside. All rooms comfortably furnished to a very high standard and with all the untensils you could think of to make this a fabulous place to stay.
Fabulous stay at the Beechside. Perfect location and everything we needed, plus more. Highly recommend.
Lovely property, great location, very well presented and provided everything we could have wanted for our stay will definitely be looking to book again in the future !
We have stayed in many rental properties over the years and this one was one of the very best. The quality of the furnishings was excellent and the home felt very well cared for. We had a very comfortable week and will hopefully return in the future. We would have no hesitation in recommending this to our friends. The location is very peaceful with a lovely outlook from the lounge and being just a few minutes walk from Ambleside centre was a real bonus despite the steep hill! We did not need to use the car at anytime during our stay, plenty of walks direct from the property or within a short bus ride we loved it
Louise
A beautiful property with top quality fixtures and fittings. Nothing has been overlooked. The owners provided the best selection of maps and walking guides I have experienced in holiday accommodation. Beechside is ideally located in a quiet spot next to the ghyll but only a short stroll takes you into the centre of Ambleside. I will definitely return to this accommodation.
Absolutely first class in every respect. Incredibly well furnished & equipped, they've thought of everything even the snow shovel got some use after our unexpected blizzard! The quality of furnishings & equipment is excellent from the appliances to the crockery, from the sofas to the toilet roll. Everything & everywhere was spotlessly clean too so you literally could just make yourself at home as they encourage you to do. We've stayed in many holiday lets & without doubt, this is the best we've stayed in quality wise. The owners even got in touch to make sure we were OK after the blizzard hit. Little things like that go a long way and it was very much appreciated. Thank you Beechside & see you again!
The apartment was absolutely beautiful with everything and more that you could need we have already started looking at dates to return in the new year! Everything in the apartment is very high quality from the bedding to the cups! Internet was brilliant and the welcome wine was a very nice touch! Only a five minute walk down the bank into Ambleside Thankyou for a wonderful weekend!
Caroline
Beechside is a fabulous property. Extremely comfortable and spotlessly clean. I have stayed in many holiday properties but this has to be one of the very best. An extremely good selection of kitchen tools and equipment along with cleaning goods which makes keeping on top of chores a breeze. A lovely welcome pack. All the rooms were warm and comfortable. Shower in the downstairs ensuite was incredible. This is a wellmaintained and very comfortable home from home. We loved our stay and would love to come back for another stay.
Robert
Been coming to the Lakes for years and this was by far the best accommodation we have stayed in. Perfect location, fantastic house with everything we neede
Debbie
Enjoyed our stay at Beechside, providing us with everything we needed. Although we ate out most evenings the kitchen was well equipped. The beds were comfortable as was showers. The upstairs hose on shower had a slight spilt. Some of the doors were nit closing probably and we had trouble with front door lock, kept turning and not locking so had to keep fiddling with it until it did. One of the dining chairs had a slight mark to the front of it and we noticed a staple of some kind started to come through the leather, this may need looking at to avoid anyone getting injured. Also one of the mugs had a chip to the handled. We had a lovely time.
A fabulous apartment with all that you need for your holiday. Thank you to the owners for there attention to detail in their apartment .
We have stayed in many holiday properties around Ambleside and this oneBeachside really does come top of the list. Very clean, modern with great facilities. It is obvious that much thought has gone into providing guests with very simple but useful little touches in order to make the stay so comfortable and enjoyable, and not even the unfortunate collapse of the single bed my son was using would make us drop out ratings. When the bed problem arose we had instant communication and help from Lakelovers. We will certainly recommend to others and we will be back!
Beautiful location and amazing property. Had everything you could possibly need with lovely welcome gifts. Location was great with only a short walk into Ambleside. Will definitely be back as miss it already!
Kristy
A fantastic, spacious property in a great, quiet location. We were thankful for the copious kitchen supplies, from herbs to cling film, the rainy day supplies books, DVDs & games, and the thoughtful info folder. We really enjoyed our stay and the owners are very professional.
Amanda
A spacious, comfortable and well equipped property. Ideal location, just a couple of minutes walk from the shops as well as good fell walking.
We've had a great time here. Lovely homely feel and well equipped property. Ideal base for exploring the beautiful Lake District.
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