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2026 Self-Catering Breaks in Windermere, Grasmere, Coniston & More!
2026 Self-Catering Breaks in Windermere, Grasmere, Coniston & More!
The Sett is a ground-floor apartment in Ambleside, positioned at the northern point of Lake Windermere. This property sits on a quiet loop road with panoramic views over the fells. The location puts you right in the heart of the Lake District.
Ambleside offers patisseries, bakeries and bars within walking distance. Windermere sits 4. 5 miles south. Grasmere is 5 miles north and the Langdale Valley lies 5 miles west. Fells and tarns surround the area for walking adventures.
The open-plan living space includes a lounge with a sofa for two, TV/DVD player and games. The kitchen features high-end appliances including an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge freezer and dishwasher. The double bedroom provides ample storage.
The Sett is a ground-floor apartment in Ambleside, positioned at the northern point of Lake Windermere. This property sits on a quiet loop road with panoramic views over the fells. The location puts you right in the heart of the Lake District.
Ambleside offers patisseries, bakeries and bars within walking distance. Windermere sits 4.5 miles south. Grasmere is 5 miles north and the Langdale Valley lies 5 miles west. Fells and tarns surround the area for walking adventures.
The open-plan living space includes a lounge with a sofa for two, TV/DVD player and games. The kitchen features high-end appliances including an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge freezer and dishwasher. The double bedroom provides ample storage. The bathroom has a shower over bath with contemporary finishes. A patio overlooks the shared garden and catches afternoon sun.
Windermere Lake Cruises (4.5 miles, 12 minutes) offers boat trips. Grasmere (5 miles, 15 minutes) is home to William Wordsworth sites and famous gingerbread. Stock Ghyll Force waterfall sits in Ambleside itself (0.5 miles, 2 minutes). Wray Castle (6 miles, 18 minutes) provides National Trust gardens and lakeside walks.
The Sett works perfectly for couples wanting a Lake District base. Those panoramic views and proximity to walking routes make this spot special.
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Postcode: LA22 9BU
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Postcode: LA22 9AD
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