The property
Resting in the heart of Ambleside, a Cumbrian town, brimming with charm and character, is Connie's Cottage, a spacious, stone-fronted home. Enjoying countryside views from the first floor, whilst within walking distance to a plethora of shops, eateries and Lake Windermere, This property makes a wonderful base for a family trip to the Lake District National Park. Park up off-road and travel through the front garden, complete with pretty planters and a lawned area, before stepping indoors, storing your muddy boots and coats in the hallway. Be welcomed into the light-flooded sitting room, where you can unwind on the plush sofas, light the woodburning stove, and flick on the Smart TV, ready to cosy up after a day of travelling. Discover the well-equipped kitchen/diner, complete with a centre island, a host of state-of-the-art appliances, and plenty of dining space for your group. As the sun sets, be sure to make the most of your rear patio area, where you can enjoy views of the surrounding fells with a glass of wine in hand. Catch some rest from one of the well-appointed bedrooms, including a king-size with en-suite, and a twin, serviced by a sleek bathroom. Come morning, enjoy a coffee whilst planning your day, starting off locally by discovering The Bridge House, oozing character and history, touring the beautiful landscape of Stock Ghyll Force, strolling through Stagshaw Gardens, or taking to Borrans Park to reach the cusp of the lakes. Tour Windermere, with the Brockhole on Windermere, The Lake District Visitor Centre, worth a visit, where you can enjoy an afternoon of watersports, or a zip across the national park, along with a host of family-friendly activities on offer, or if you're a literature fan, head to The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction for an immersive afternoon. For further outdoor activities, travel north to explore the Rydal Cave, follow the River Rothay Grasmere Foot Bridge, enjoying views of Grasmere Lake, or summit Skelwith Force, for breath-taking scenes across Cumbria; Keswick, Kendal, and Hawkshead are all worthy villages and towns to add to your itinerary, offering something for all types of visitors. Take to Cumbria with Connie's Cottage as your abode.
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 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.
