Beechside

Rating
Sleeps 5
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 3
Pets No
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Features

Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews

12 Customer Review(s)

Mr Pattison
December 2020

“We had a fantastic stay over Christmas.”

Beechside is ideally placed just a short 5-10 minute walk into Ambleside. The accommodation was exactly as described but better! Spotlessly clean and very cosy! The owners had decorated the cottage for Christmas with a lovely tree and other decorations. The kitchen is extremely well stocked for a self catering cottage! Everything you would need. Some lovely touches by the owner that added to our fantastic stay over Christmas! We will definitely be back in the summer! Thank you.

Beechside is ideally placed just a short 5-10 minute walk into Ambleside. The accommodation was exactly as described but better! Spotlessly clean and very cosy! The owners had decorated the cottage for Christmas with a lovely tree and other decorations. The kitchen is extremely well stocked for a self catering cottage! Everything you would need. Some lovely touches by the owner that added to our fantastic stay over Christmas! We will definitely be back in the summer! Thank you.

- Mr Pattison, December 2020
Mrs Bramwell

“Lovely property, spotlessly clean and comfortable.”

Very convenient for Ambleside Thank You for a lovely stay

- Mrs Bramwell,
Mrs Miller

“The property was amazing - we have stayed in a few properties over the years but this was by far the best.”

We have already re-booked for next year!!

- Mrs Miller,
Mr Bates

“What an amazing apartment.”

An absolute credit to the owners who have ensured the facilities provided are of the highest quality and thoughtfully done, even down to a rucksack and flask for walking if forgotten. We had a wonderful, comfortable and happy week. Thank you J and S.

- Mr Bates,
Ms Ashdown

“Beechside is excellently located, beside Stock Ghyll Force within a short walk from the facilities of Ambleside.”

The apartment is very well furnished and equipped, spotlessly clean, with little touches of luxury. The great library at Beechside has books of local interest and walks.

- Ms Ashdown,
Mrs Robertson

“The property was perfect.”

Clean and tidy. Great location. And some lovely touches from the property owners!

- Mrs Robertson,
Pete & Jean

“I've been staying at self-catering holiday homes in the Lake District for over 25 years and this has been the best so far!”

There is nothing you could want for. Your standards are very high, everything is very clean and all things work. Your library and pamphlets are brilliant well done! Keep up the good work!. Thanks

- Pete & Jean,
Warcup party

“We had a fabulous stay at Beechside.”

The property is in an excellent location and was very well equipped with everything we could have possibly needed. We had a very comfortable stay and the much appreciated touches of milk, coffee, wine and home made flapjack made us feel very welcome.

- Warcup party,
Gumery party

“Very well equipped, modern, comfortable and warm.”

Lovely homemade flapjack and very nice to be provided with coffee, milk and wine on arrival. Comfy beds and beautiful furnishings in the cottage. Three shower/bathrooms with luxury fittings. Handy to walk down in to Ambleside. We really loved it.

- Gumery party,
Delaney party

“Beechside is by far the best property we have stayed in, thanks to the care and attention to detail made by the owners.”

We were welcomed with a personally addressed note, goodies to eat, milk in the fridge and a much appreciated bottle of wine

- Delaney party,
Fitt party

“We have stayed in many holiday homes and without doubt, Lakelovers and Beechside were exceptional, but nothing comes close to the lovely extra touches provided by the owners to make this a very special Christmas.”

Our daughter loved the Santa present and the mince pies were fabulous! Thank you.

- Fitt party,
Clough party

“Excellent property with brilliant surroundings.”

Quality throughout nothing skimped catering for every need. No hesitation in returning.

- Clough party,
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The property

Beautifully converted in the former bobbin mill, on the banks of Stock Ghyll Waterfalls, Beechside is a deceptively spacious property that has been finished to a very high standard by its current owners who have set out to create a high quality and luxurious retreat in one of the Lake District's most popular locations. Relax on the riverside balcony with the noise of the cascading river in the background, enjoy an evening drink on the veranda as you watch the sun set over the Lakeland Fells. The bright and welcoming lounge, with its high vaulted ceiling is a great place to relax and socialise and is complemented by a unique mezzanine level reading room complete with the owners' very own Lakeland Library to help you plan your next walk or to learn more about the rich history or literary heritage the area has to offer. The bustling village of Ambleside is just a ten minute walk away and offers a great selection of local bars, restaurants and cafes along with a great range of local shops many selling local produce. Returning to Beechside you will find a well-appointed kitchen that is the perfect place to prepare everything from a great Lakeland breakfast to a fantastic dinner to share with family or friends Situated in the heart of the Lake District there are a myriad of walks from the door, follow in the footsteps of William Wordsworth and enjoy an afternoon stroll to Grasmere, the more adventurous might head out onto Fairfield Horseshoe a favourite of many a Lakeland Fell walker and if you believe a little effort deserves a reward why not watch the sunset from the top of the nearby Wansfell! == Accommodation in detail The bright and airy living area offers dining around the large glass top dining table, comfortable leather sofas and large patio windows opening onto the riverside balcony overlooking Stock Ghyll Reached by steps from the parking area, this property is spread over two floors. On entering through the front door, on the first floor there is a handy cupboard in the hallway for the storage of boots, coats and walking gear. The modern kitchen is well appointed and finished to a high standard. The hallway leads to the master bedroom which has views to the river, access to the balcony and an ensuite shower room with an adjacent luxurious walk in shower. The single bedroom is bright and cosy, and there is also a shower room. Upstairs the landing leads to a beautifully furnished reading room with roof lights offering views to the neighbouring fells and guests are welcome to browse the owners' Lakeland Library! The largest of the three bedrooms includes a vaulted ceiling and a large feature window overlooking the river and the nearby woodland. The family bathroom on this floor includes a bath with electric shower over. A covered veranda, compete with patio furniture runs across the front of the property and is a great place to sit and enjoy a drink and watch the world go by. The riverside balcony from the lounge offers more privacy and in a lovely place to relax. Location This large Ambleside self-catering apartment enjoys a wonderful location; peacefully secluded within its riverside development yet only a short stroll from the centre of Ambleside. Ambleside village is located on the northern shores of Lake Windermere. The surrounding scenery of Lakeland Fells is dramatic, and lends a stunning backdrop to the Lakeland stone buildings and attractive streets of the village. One of the Lake District's most sophisticated communities, Ambleside village is alive with interesting local businesses, shops and acclaimed Lake District restaurants and pubs. Larger groups or families will love the freedom this location brings. Stroll to the shops or out for a coffee, then wander to Waterhead Pier to take a cruise on the Lake. Windermere Lake Cruises depart regularly from Waterhead Pier (just outside the village centre) and provide a scenic and car free route to Bowness and Lakeside. A fabulous way for all to explore.For walking, Ambleside is renowned as a hub for enthusiasts. Numerous famous routes begin close by, and a wide range of strolls take in breath-taking scenery without having to travel too far. Ambleside is well stocked with outdoor shops and route information is widely available. By night, you'll find plenty to entertain. Catch a film at one of the two cinemas, enjoy a drink on the shores of the lake or sample some of our region's finest dining - all just a stroll from your doorstep! The A591 winds its way from Ambleside to Grasmere and Keswick, branching off to Coniston and such delights as the Langdale Valley and Hawkshead.

Summary

Over 2 floors
3 bedrooms; 2 x king size bedrooms with ensuite facilities, 1 x single bedroom, 1 x family bathroom, 1 x shower room, lounge, balcony, modern kitchen, veranda with patio furniture and private parking.
Gas central heating, electric oven & electric hob, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, Wi-Fi, steps up to entrance, set over two floors, balcony and veranda with patio furniture, mezzanine level reading room with Lakeland library, convenient location 10 minutes walk to village centre, private parking for one car, maximum of 2 children only, bed linen and towels provided.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £200.

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About the location

AMBLESIDE

Windermere 4 miles; Grasmere 4 mile; Keswick 15 miles.

Lying at the northern tip of Lake Windermere, England’s largest lake, Ambleside 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 numerous shops, restaurants and pubs in the village to suit all tastes. On the lakeside at Waterhead, the parkland offers lovely views down the lake and a short stretch of beach, whilst 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.

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Reviews

“We had a fantastic stay over Christmas.”

“Lovely property, spotlessly clean and comfortable.”

“The property was amazing - we have stayed in a few properties over the years but this was by far the best.”

“What an amazing apartment.”

“Beechside is excellently located, beside Stock Ghyll Force within a short walk from the facilities of Ambleside.”

“The property was perfect.”

“I've been staying at self-catering holiday homes in the Lake District for over 25 years and this has been the best so far!”

“We had a fabulous stay at Beechside.”

“Very well equipped, modern, comfortable and warm.”

“Beechside is by far the best property we have stayed in, thanks to the care and attention to detail made by the owners.”