Gillybeck

4.2★

4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Pets No
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Features

Off road parking
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

11 Customer Review(s)

Janet
October 2023

“Well equipped kitchen.”

The overhead shower was great! Good location....be prepared....it is up a hill. Once we parked at the accommodation we used local transport bus/ferry to get around...or walked locally. We enjoyed our stay...thank you.

The overhead shower was great! Good location....be prepared....it is up a hill. Once we parked at the accommodation we used local transport bus/ferry to get around...or walked locally. We enjoyed our stay...thank you.

- Janet, October 2023
Ian peter September 2023

“The cottage was well situated for us all very quiet area but not to far to the hub of Ambleside .”

...very clean and well equipped nice to have two bathrooms both with shower although the fan in the ensuite wasn't working which did produce a very steamed up bathroom overall though a very good base to spend time in Ambleside

- Ian peter, September 2023
Pauline July 2023

“The fact it’s hilly should be mentioned in your description, people with mobility issues may struggle.”

The shower in the ensuite needs replacing. The other shower is fantastic. First property we’ve stayed in without a basic welcome pack. For £210 per night, a bottle of water, tea, milk etc should be affordable to leave for your guests. It is a lovely, clean property, in a good location. The negatives wouldn’t put us off re-booking.

- Pauline, July 2023

Thank you for your comments. We will look at the description to ensure that it is accurate. Not all properties provide a welcome pack as it is self catering. Thank you- The Heart of the Lakes Owner Relations Team Property Owner
Raymond July 2023

“Had a lovely stay quiet a&comfortable welcome pack would be nice touch not good ...”

Had a lovely stay quiet a&comfortable welcome pack would be nice touch not good if walking difficulty’s as2steep banks to village weather not good but still enjoyed it nice beds good parking space 9/10

- Raymond, July 2023
Peter June 2023

“Very good accomodation, with own parking space.”

Well positoned for access to Ambleside shops etc. We used the excellent bus service from Bowness through to Grasmere. On the slightly negative side, there is an appartment directly above number 12, and the floor boarding there is very creeky, when people are in.

- Peter, June 2023
Sandra April 2023

“We had a fabulous few days staying here.”

Such a comfy, cozy and clean place in a beautiful location. Highly recommended!

- Sandra, April 2023

Thank you for your kind comments. We are so pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay. We hope to welcome you back. Property Owner
Joanna August 2022

“We found apartment spacious but very dark with little natural light.”

Accommodation was quite well equipped but could have been better, no large pan had to use 2 small pans to make enough pasta for 4 people, some areas were a a bit tired and in need of an update kitchen and bathrooms in particular (antique shower in en-suite bathroom) , overall a great location and base to explore from if a bit basic.

- Joanna, August 2022
Harry October 2021

“Lovely apartment but cleaning could be lmproved, also of information on Web site ...”

Lovely apartment but cleaning could be lmproved, also of information on Web site re position of apartment is poor as located up several steep banks making it difficult and dangerous for anybody with a disability

- Harry, October 2021
Stephen August 2021

“Electric shower in bathroom needs replacing , bath far to high, danger of ...”

Electric shower in bathroom needs replacing , bath far to high, danger of slipping, mattress on double bed no support , toaster worse than useless, everything else fantastic would stay again and would recommend,

- Stephen, August 2021
Shelly June 2021

“The property is in need of restoration, it’s tired, dated and feels like an old retirement flat.”

While the boiler, washing machine and dishwasher are obvious updates, things like door hardware are difficult to use. The parking for the property should be flagged for those with mobility issues, as it’s on a steep slope making exiting a vehicle difficult. The property above was occupied and you could tell where the residents walked, when they were talking, etc. Not a good experience when they arrive back at 10 pm and are moving around until gone 1 am. The location is great, but not enough for us to want to book again I’m afraid and having experienced some absolutely great accommodation, feel this is overpriced for what’s provided.

- Shelly, June 2021
Richard December 2020

“Nice accommodation with very good room layout.”

Cleanliness was pretty good but not exceptional which is slightly baffling when checkout time has been shortened and check in time extended to provide more time for a “deep” clean to be carried out during these unsettling times of the Covid epidemic. Little things such as light bulbs not working and a lack of matching cutlery/crockery is frustrating when you are paying in excess of £800 per week for the accommodation. The en-suite shower was poor in terms of water flow but the shower in the second bathroom was ok. If you are a light sleeper you would struggle to sleep in the twin bedded room because of light pollution from the outside security lighting. This could be easily sorted with black out curtains. In summary little things take the gloss of this accommodation and these could be easily corrected. I would not rule out staying at Gillybeck again but I think it is overpriced, with a little bit more attention to detail it could be improved noticeably

- Richard, December 2020

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Summary

All-ground-floor
Two bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite bath, shower over, bidet, basin and WC, 1 x twin
Bathroom with shower, basin and WC
kitchen
Living/dining room
Gas central heating
Electric oven, microwave, fridge, freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, nespres-so machine, payphone, radio/CD, Bluetooth speaker, Iphone docing station, Smart TV, Wi-Fi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Travel cot inc. Private parking for one car
Sorry, no pets and no smoking

The property

Gillybeck is an extremely comfortable and attractive ground floor apartment suitable for a holiday in any season. The apartment is in a very popular location, just on the edge of Ambleside, and within easy walking distance of the village centre. There are fine fell and valley walks in the area which can be done without the need to use the car. A cruise on Lake Windermere is not to be missed whilst the village boasts an ample selection of restaurants. The sound of the river is never far away with Stock Ghyll Beck, from which The Falls takes its name, tumbling down the valley bordering the properties. Accommodation: Large covered porch area reached down a couple of steps from the car parking. Front door into entrance hall where you can hang your outdoor gear. Door through to good sized sitting/dining room (Smart TV,Ipod docking station, DVD, radio/CD and wireless bluetooth speaker,Wi-Fi,) which has patio doors leading to rear terrace - garden furniture provided - just the spot for your evening barbecue or breakfast out of doors on warmer days. Pleasant outlooks with many trees which border the river. Kitchen with Nespresso machine, please use your own Nespresso Pods. The inner hallway gives access to the two bedrooms. Double en-suite has bath with shower over, bidet, basin and wc. The second bedroom is a twin and there is a second bathroom with a powerful hans grohe shower, basin and wc. Gas central heating and hot water. Fitted carpets throughout. Furnishings are comfortable with co-ordinated fabrics in traditional style. Gillybeck is warm and cosy for holidays at any time of the year. Outside: Patio area with garden table and chairs overlooking shared lawned area with attractive borders. Private parking for one car. Large covered porch area at the front door.

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

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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 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 & Ratings

“Well equipped kitchen.”

“The cottage was well situated for us all very quiet area but not to far to the hub of Ambleside .”

“The fact it’s hilly should be mentioned in your description, people with mobility issues may struggle.”

“Had a lovely stay quiet a&comfortable welcome pack would be nice touch not good ...”

“Very good accomodation, with own parking space.”

“We had a fabulous few days staying here.”

“We found apartment spacious but very dark with little natural light.”

“Lovely apartment but cleaning could be lmproved, also of information on Web site ...”

“Electric shower in bathroom needs replacing , bath far to high, danger of ...”

“The property is in need of restoration, it’s tired, dated and feels like an old retirement flat.”

“Nice accommodation with very good room layout.”

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The property

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About the location

AMBLESIDE