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Chapel How, Ambleside

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4.6
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4.6
out of 5
Cumbria » Ambleside
Sleeps up to 6
Bedrooms: 3

Chapel How is a Grade II listed converted chapel in Ambleside. This romantic Lake District property dates back to around 1550 and sits just a 3-5 minute walk from the town centre. Original features include arched windows, exposed beams and a church pew. The location offers stunning countryside views while keeping you close to shops, restaurants, pubs and cafes.

Ambleside provides excellent access to Lake Windermere at Waterhead. Stock Ghyll woodland walk leads to Stock Ghyll Force waterfall right from your doorstep. The area serves as a perfect base for exploring Grasmere and Hill Top.

The property sleeps six across three en-suite bedrooms. The Belfry bedroom sits in the tower with fantastic views.

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About Chapel How

Chapel How is a Grade II listed converted chapel in Ambleside. This romantic Lake District property dates back to around 1550 and sits just a 3-5 minute walk from the town centre. Original features include arched windows, exposed beams and a church pew. The location offers stunning countryside views while keeping you close to shops, restaurants, pubs and cafes.

Ambleside provides excellent access to Lake Windermere at Waterhead. Stock Ghyll woodland walk leads to Stock Ghyll Force waterfall right from your doorstep. The area serves as a perfect base for exploring Grasmere and Hill Top.

The property sleeps six across three en-suite bedrooms. The Belfry bedroom sits in the tower with fantastic views. All bedrooms feature comfortable beds and high-standard bathrooms with powerful showers. The well-equipped modern kitchen includes quality appliances and a Nespresso machine. A cosy living room has comfortable sofas and a TV with streaming.

Visit Dove Cottage (4 miles, 10 minutes), Hill Top (8 miles, 20 minutes), Grizedale Forest (12 miles, 25 minutes) and Tarn Hows (5 miles, 15 minutes).

Chapel How suits three couples or families wanting character accommodation near Ambleside. Parking for one car included.

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Chapel How Attractions & Days Out

Explore the wonderful attractions and activities surrounding Chapel How 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.

Dove Cottage Grasmere
Distance: 4 miles
LA22 9SH
Hill Top Beatrix Potter
Distance: 8 miles
LA22 0LF
Tarn Hows
Distance: 5 miles
LA22 0PS
Stock Ghyll Force Waterfall
Distance: 0.5 miles
LA22 9DH
Waterhead Lakeside
Distance: 0.8 miles
LA22 0EP
Loughrigg Fell
Distance: 2 miles
LA22 9NG
Ambleside Town Centre
Distance: 0.2 miles
LA22 9BT
Booths Supermarket Windermere
Distance: 4 miles
LA23 1BA
Hawkshead Village Shops
Distance: 6 miles
LA22 0NT
Windermere Lake Cruises
Distance: 0.8 miles
LA22 0EP
Ambleside Cinema
Distance: 0.3 miles
LA22 9BU
Bridge House National Trust
Distance: 0.2 miles
LA22 9DT
Dove Cottage Grasmere
Distance: 4 miles
LA22 9SH
Hill Top Beatrix Potter
Distance: 8 miles
LA22 0LF
Tarn Hows
Distance: 5 miles
LA22 0PS
Stock Ghyll Force Waterfall
Distance: 0.5 miles
LA22 9DH
Waterhead Lakeside
Distance: 0.8 miles
LA22 0EP
Loughrigg Fell
Distance: 2 miles
LA22 9NG
Ambleside Town Centre
Distance: 0.2 miles
LA22 9BT
Booths Supermarket Windermere
Distance: 4 miles
LA23 1BA
Hawkshead Village Shops
Distance: 6 miles
LA22 0NT
Windermere Lake Cruises
Distance: 0.8 miles
LA22 0EP
Ambleside Cinema
Distance: 0.3 miles
LA22 9BU
Bridge House National Trust
Distance: 0.2 miles
LA22 9DT

Is Chapel How Right For You?

Discover why this cottage is ideal for different types of visitors

For Families
Chapel How works well for families with older children who can manage the original oak stairs. Ambleside offers a cinema, lakeside activities at Waterhead and woodland walks to Stock Ghyll Force waterfall. Grizedale Forest provides adventure activities 12 miles away. The property has books and games available. Note that high chairs and cots are not provided.
For Couples
This romantic Grade II listed chapel provides a unique setting for couples. The Belfry bedroom in the tower offers fantastic views and privacy. Original features including arched windows and exposed beams create atmosphere. Walk to Ambleside restaurants and pubs in minutes. The large roll-top bath suits relaxing after fell walks. Three en-suite bedrooms make this perfect for three couples sharing.
Pet Friendly
Chapel How does not accept pets. The property is part of a Grade II listed converted chapel with period features and original oak floors that require a pet-free environment. The surrounding area offers excellent walking routes but dogs cannot stay at this accommodation. Consider other Lake District properties if travelling with pets.

Dining & Cafes

Taste the local flavours during your stay at Chapel How

The Golden Rule Pub

Located 0.3 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA22 9BS

Zeffirellis Restaurant

Located 0.2 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA22 9BZ

The Priest Hole Bar

Located 0.8 miles from your accommodation.

Postcode: LA22 0EY

Frequently Asked Questions

Quick answers to our most common questions about Chapel How

Does Chapel How have a hot tub?
No, this property does not have a hot tub. The property does feature three en-suite bathrooms with powerful showers and good-sized baths including a large roll-top bath.
Is Chapel How pet friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property. The property is part of a converted Grade II listed chapel with period features that require a pet-free environment.
How many people does Chapel How sleep?
Chapel How sleeps six guests across three bedrooms. Each bedroom has its own en-suite bathroom with either a shower or bath.
What parking is available at Chapel How?
The property has dedicated off-road parking for one car. Additional on-street parking is available outside the church on a first-come first-served basis or in the main public car park in Ambleside.
How far is Chapel How from Ambleside centre?
Chapel How is a 3-5 minute walk from Ambleside town centre. The property sits in an elevated position with countryside views while remaining close to shops, restaurants and pubs.
What are the bedroom arrangements at Chapel How?
The property has three en-suite bedrooms including the Belfry bedroom in the tower. One bedroom features a zip-link bed that can be configured as a Super King or Twin beds on request.
Is Chapel How suitable for families?
Yes, the property works well for families of six or three couples. The three en-suite bedrooms provide privacy and the well-equipped kitchen allows for home cooking during your stay.
What facilities does the kitchen have at Chapel How?
The modern kitchen includes quality appliances, a dishwasher, a Nespresso coffee machine and all equipment needed for cooking. Guests have praised the kitchen as exceptionally well-equipped for preparing meals.

Chapel How Reviews

Location perfect for walking and getting to lake and getting to town. Standard of property very good. Excellent accommodation. Everything you need. Friendly helpful owners.
Location perfect for walking and getting to lake and getting to town. Standard of property very good. Excellent accommodation. Everything you need. Friendly helpful owners.
Location perfect for walking and getting to lake and getting to town. Standard of property very good. Excellent accommodation. Everything you need. Friendly helpful owners.
Location perfect for walking and getting to lake and getting to town. Standard of property very good. Excellent accommodation. Everything you need. Friendly helpful owners.
Location perfect for walking and getting to lake and getting to town. Standard of property very good. Excellent accommodation. Everything you need. Friendly helpful owners.
Location perfect for walking and getting to lake and getting to town. Standard of property very good. Excellent accommodation. Everything you need. Friendly helpful owners.
Location perfect for walking and getting to lake and getting to town. Standard of property very good. Excellent accommodation. Everything you need. Friendly helpful owners.
Location perfect for walking and getting to lake and getting to town. Standard of property very good. Excellent accommodation. Everything you need. Friendly helpful owners.
Location perfect for walking and getting to lake and getting to town. Standard of property very good. Excellent accommodation. Everything you need. Friendly helpful owners.
Patricia
Lovely comfortable property, with everything you need for your break. We found the patio doors difficult to close as the handle was loose. The location is ideal, within walking distance off Ambleside. Note there is only one parking space if travelling as a group, there is on street parking if you can find a space, although you may struggle at busy times.
Location perfect for walking and getting to lake and getting to town. Standard of property very good. Excellent accommodation. Everything you need. Friendly helpful owners.
Location perfect for walking and getting to lake and getting to town. Standard of property very good. Excellent accommodation. Everything you need. Friendly helpful owners.
Location perfect for walking and getting to lake and getting to town. Standard of property very good. Excellent accommodation. Everything you need. Friendly helpful owners.
Claire
A truly wonderful property, both comfortable and full of character. The kitchendiner is particularly well equipped and comfortably seats all the family for an evening meal and a game or two! we took our own but theres a generous offering of interesting games in the cupboard The cosy living room is the perfect place to relax after a busy day enjoying all that the local area has to offer plenty of nearby restaurants including fine dining shops, cinema, cosy pubs and of course the many stunning walks, accessed directly from your front door! If its location you are looking for you wont find a better one than this !
Dominic
The cottage is a gorgeous building in a great position within a lovely town. It was extremely comfortable and well kitted out. Everything worked well, the showers were excellent and the beds very comfortable. There was an odd smell of drains in the ensuite when we arrived but some bleach seemed to fix it.
Location perfect for walking and getting to lake and getting to town. Standard of property very good. Excellent accommodation. Everything you need. Friendly helpful owners.
Location perfect for walking and getting to lake and getting to town. Standard of property very good. Excellent accommodation. Everything you need. Friendly helpful owners.
Location perfect for walking and getting to lake and getting to town. Standard of property very good. Excellent accommodation. Everything you need. Friendly helpful owners.
Location perfect for walking and getting to lake and getting to town. Standard of property very good. Excellent accommodation. Everything you need. Friendly helpful owners.
Location perfect for walking and getting to lake and getting to town. Standard of property very good. Excellent accommodation. Everything you need. Friendly helpful owners.
Location perfect for walking and getting to lake and getting to town. Standard of property very good. Excellent accommodation. Everything you need. Friendly helpful owners.
Location perfect for walking and getting to lake and getting to town. Standard of property very good. Excellent accommodation. Everything you need. Friendly helpful owners.
Location perfect for walking and getting to lake and getting to town. Standard of property very good. Excellent accommodation. Everything you need. Friendly helpful owners.
Location perfect for walking and getting to lake and getting to town. Standard of property very good. Excellent accommodation. Everything you need. Friendly helpful owners.
Really nice, would stay again. Close to shops and pubs, loads of space, comfortable.
Location perfect for walking and getting to lake and getting to town. Standard of property very good. Excellent accommodation. Everything you need. Friendly helpful owners.
Location perfect for walking and getting to lake and getting to town. Standard of property very good. Excellent accommodation. Everything you need. Friendly helpful owners.
Location perfect for walking and getting to lake and getting to town. Standard of property very good. Excellent accommodation. Everything you need. Friendly helpful owners.
Location perfect for walking and getting to lake and getting to town. Standard of property very good. Excellent accommodation. Everything you need. Friendly helpful owners.
Location perfect for walking and getting to lake and getting to town. Standard of property very good. Excellent accommodation. Everything you need. Friendly helpful owners.
Location perfect for walking and getting to lake and getting to town. Standard of property very good. Excellent accommodation. Everything you need. Friendly helpful owners.
Location perfect for walking and getting to lake and getting to town. Standard of property very good. Excellent accommodation. Everything you need. Friendly helpful owners.
Claire
We had a lovely stay at this property. Arrival was very straightforward, the onsite parking and entry were both easy and exactly as described in the instructions, which made checkin smooth and stressfree. The location is perfect for leaving the car parked for the full holiday and walking, less than a 5 minute walk into centre of Ambleside and close to lots of lovely walks. The property itself felt very homely and matched the listing well. The beds were especially comfortable, which made for a great nights sleep after busy days out. Although we didnt make much use of the kitchen during our stay, it appeared well equipped with everything youd need for cooking if you wanted to. The smart TV was also a great addition and it was handy being able to log into Netflix and relax in the evenings. As with most holiday lets, there were a few minor signs of normal wear and tear, but nothing that affected our stay or the overall quality of the property in any way. Overall we had a very pleasant stay, would happily recommend this property to others, and would definitely stay here again in the future.
y-anne
Great location close to the heart of Ambleside and lovely heritage building. Smooth check in and good instructions to find the location. Note access to the parking is quite tight if car is anything midsized or above. We stayed over Xmas and heating worked well. We were a family of 6 and the space worked well for us note however the belfry bathroom only had a bath tub not a shower. Kitchen was great, but very few basic provisions were provided. A few maintenance issues need attending to dripping shower and light bulb blown in ensuite. Being public holidays we did not alert management of these during our stay. Overall we had a great stay and would recommend.
This is a charming place to stay, extremely comfortable but also full of character. We were a bit nervous about booking it having read some negative reviews but our fears were completely misplaced. The cottage was spotlessly clean with a new and very wellappointed kitchen with hallelujah good quality appliances that actually worked! It was roomier and more elegant than many of the pictures suggest three decent sized bedrooms with a bathroom each. Our shower was lovely, and the loos all flushed without issue you just have to press and hold the button. Throughout it was warm and cosy. And yes, the stairs creak, but that is normal for a historic property of this age and only adds to the charm! The only slightly difficult thing was parking, which is very tight despite our having a small car.
We found the property very quirky and had fun trying to climb the stairs avoiding the creaks. It would have been nice to have a TV in the bedrooms as we all have different tastes. We loved the smell of wood around the rooms, it felt very historical. The views were amazing and we wont forget the hill, I feel we are a little bit fitter now.
Robert
Chapel How is lovely accommodation in a prime location. Upon arrival, we noticed a small army of ants on the lounge carpet behind the TV. Once reported, this was dealt with the next day. A couple of light bulbs need replacing in the bathrooms and a curtain in one of the bedrooms needs replacing. As a one car couple, car parking was fine for us other than the lowest hanging twigs over the parking space need cutting back a little. The kitchen units are beautiful but have been changed from those shown in the marketing photos. We loved our stay and hopefully will be back again. Thank you!
Alison
Excellent cottage. Great location too.
Lovely property in a great location, really comfortable. We enjoyed our stay and would consider staying there again, the property has everything you need. I think our only gripe is the parking, the spaces are all on a slight angle there is plenty of space the neighbour however opened their car door onto ours and have left a reasonable dent in our door, if you park there I'd suggest getting in nice and close to the wooden poles just to allow plenty of space for the other car to open there doors.
We loved out stay at Chapel How. The property was full of creaky character and charm. The large bath was great for a soak after some long walks too. The property was tucked away, near enough for a short walk into town for food and drinks in the evening, but far enough away to remain peaceful. Thank you.
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