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8 1/2 Church Street

Ambleside, Cumbria & The Lake District (Ref. 1167410)

Customer rating

4.7

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  • 6 Guests

  • 3 Bedrooms

  • 2 Bathrooms

  • Pets Yes

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Features

  • Hot tub
  • Off road parking
  • Open fire
  • Garden / Patio
  • Cot available
  • Highchair available
  • Pub/shop < 1 mile
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

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10 Customer Review(s)

  • Alan

    “Overall we very much enjoyed our week in this spacious and comfortable characterful cottage.”

    Main reason for booking was the location and this proved very convenient with its own parking too. One negative related to this is the regular coming and going of cars parking outside particularly later at night plus Church Street is a well used road at all times. Hot tub was nice after long walks although as has already been highlighted shame it wasn’t ready for our first night. The showers are both a little compromised with the one over the bath having limited head height and the walk in ...

    Main reason for booking was the location and this proved very convenient with its own parking too. One negative related to this is the regular coming and going of cars parking outside particularly later at night plus Church Street is a well used road at all times. Hot tub was nice after long walks although as has already been highlighted shame it wasn’t ready for our first night. The showers are both a little compromised with the one over the bath having limited head height and the walk in shower an odd set up not being enclosed so water routinely soaks the floor! The low doorways caught each of us out on numerous occasions but unavoidable in a 500 year old cottage! The inclusion of a parking disc would be helpful for families or couples to stay with more than one car. It was a surprise not to have a welcome basket on our arrival not even a pint of milk! None of these issues detract from the appeal of the cottage and location and would certainly recommend to others.

    - Alan, March 2026

Summary

  • Comprehensively refurbished in 2025
  • Three bedrooms: 2 x king-size, 1 x twin
  • Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail and WC
  • Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC
  • Kitchen
  • Utility
  • Living/dining room
  • Log burner
  • Snug
  • Sun room
  • Gas central heating
  • Leisuremaster Range cooker 5 burner gas hob/griddle and triple electric oven
  • Microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, coffee maker
  • Smart TV and WiFi
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Highchair, stairgate and travel cot available on request
  • Off-road parking for 1 car
  • Enclosed rear garden with patio, furniture and hot tub
  • One well-behaved pet welcome
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Central location
  • Shop and pub 0.1 mile, lake 0.8 miles, river 0.5
  • Note: Low doorways throughout, please mind your head
  • Note: Good Housekeeping Bond of £400

The property

8 1/2 Church Street is a wonderful Grade II listed house in Ambleside, Cumbria.

Ideal for a family or a group of friends seeking an idyllic getaway, this charming property is pet-friendly and boasts a private hot tub, private off-road parking, and traditional features such as exposed beams throughout.

The house is a clever conversion of two cottages into one spacious holiday home, giving it a unique layout and character.

Step inside and make your way into the open-plan living and dining area, the heart of the home, where you can settle into an armchair or unwind on the sofa.

A separate snug provides an additional space to sit back and chill.

If you're feeling hungry, the fully-fitted kitchen offers an electric oven and gas hob to help you prepare delicious meals.

Serve up your creation at the dining table and share laughter and memories with your loved ones.

If the weather permits, take your dinner outside and dine alfresco.

After eating, change into your swimwear and head to the private hot tub to enjoy a fantastic soak as the sun sets.

As night falls, sip a drink in the sunroom and stargaze before choosing a film or series to watch together on the Smart TV.

When it’s time to rest, climb either staircase to reach the well-appointed bedrooms: two king-size rooms and a twin, all offering some rest.

In the morning, wake up with a refreshing shower or a long soak in the bath before heading out to explore.

A shop and a pub are just a short walk away for your essentials or a meal out.

In Ambleside, enjoy a walk to the dramatic Stock Ghyll Force waterfall, explore fascinating exhibits at the Armitt Library & Museum Centre, or challenge your group to a round at White Platts Miniature Golf.

Head to Windermere for scenic lake cruises, paddleboarding or kayaking, or simply stroll along the shores.

Visit the Lake District National Park to discover scenic trails, hire bikes for a countryside adventure, or stay late and seek out perfect stargazing spots.

Book 8 1/2 Church Street now for a truly memorable stay in the Lakes.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £400.

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About the location

AMBLESIDE

Grasmere 4.4 miles; Windermere 4.7 miles; Keswick 16.7 miles.

Lying at the northern tip of Lake Windermere, England’s largest lake, Ambleside with its numerous shops makes a superb base for touring the central Lakes, with Grasmere and the Langdale Valley just a short drive away. There is plenty to do here - cruises, boat trips, and watersports on Lake Windermere itself and the lakeside at Waterhead with parkland offering lovely views down the lake and a short stretch of beach. A walk in the other direction, following Stock Ghyll through woodland, will bring you to the entrancing waterfall of Stock Ghyll Force. Along with the Lake and the great walking on offer, Ambleside is also famous for its annual rushbearing ceremony and the diminutive 17th century “Bridge House” - one of the most photographed buildings in the Lake District and now the National Trust Information Centre. Ambleside has plenty of restaurants and pubs to suit all tastes from great fish & chips to its two Michelin Star restaurants and all tastes in between are catered for.

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