Juniper Cottage | Ambleside | The Lake District And Cumbria

4.6★

2 Guests
1 Bedroom
1 Bathroom
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Cot available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

36 Customer Review(s)

Robert
November 2023

“This was my third time at the cottage so I knew what to expect.”

The cottage was clean and comfortable and provided everything I required. The only thing I will mention is that the Wi-Fi signal is very weak but I assume that’s due to the location of the cottage.

The cottage was clean and comfortable and provided everything I required. The only thing I will mention is that the Wi-Fi signal is very weak but I assume that’s due to the location of the cottage.

- Robert, November 2023
Mary August 2023

“Everything was perfect, everything you could need is there, will book again”

- Mary, August 2023
Anita June 2023

“On arriving at Juniper Cottage we were very pleased parking and location was great.”

On opening the door the porch was dirty cobwebs on the floor, kitchen was clean, the living area was dusty, upstairs the bathroom hadn’t been cleaned dark hairs in the bath, and a dirty floor. The bedroom was okay but on stripping the bed the mattress cover was stained. I can only conclude that the owner rely’s on the previous weeks tenants to clean the property as we left it in a better state than we found it.

- Anita, June 2023

Thank you for your feedback. We are sorry that the cleanliness was not up to standard, this is something we take very seriously and we will pass all your comments on. The owner relations team - Lakes Cottage Holidays Property Owner
Esther April 2023

“We had a fabulous 5 nights at Juniper Cottage.”

The location was perfect for walking into the village for meals. Facilities were excellent and the cottage is also centrally located for the whole Lakes. We will go again.

- Esther, April 2023
Trina April 2023

“An excellent place to stay, amazing facilities and close to all the main attractions.”

A great base to explore the lake district.

- Trina, April 2023
Robert October 2022

“This was my second visit to this property.”

I am an amateur photographer and the property is in an ideal location for where I want to take photographs. The on-sight parking and closeness to the centre of Ambleside is also a bonus. My only criticism of the property is that it is quite dark inside.

- Robert, October 2022
Sue September 2022

“Lovely little cottage in a courtyard with parking close to centre of Ambleside but very quiet.”

Everything you need and so dog friendly, even down to spare dog bowls. Will definitely book again.

- Sue, September 2022
Margo July 2022

“The property was well situated close to all amenities.”

Although small the house was equipped with everything you would need. We enjoyed our stay and would definitely recommend to friends. Ilsa our dog loved all the great walks.

- Margo, July 2022
Albert June 2022

“We really enjoyed our time at juniper cottage ,accommodation had all you could wish for,clean ,cozy,and comfortable ,also very close to the centre of ambleside only a 5 minute walk ,my only small concern was regarding our little dog .”

As the cottage more or less was open to a main road and no garden it made it a bit awkward as the nearest place to exercise her was rothay park a 15 minute walk down a steep hill ,otherwise can't fault at all.

- Albert, June 2022
Wendy April 2022

“This cottage was very comfortable and very functional.”

The kitchen contained a lot of equipment and was set out in a very convenient way. The cottage was warm and the bed was extremely comfortable. It was in a particularly convenient location for Ambleside and the car parking space saved a lot of searching and expense.

- Wendy, April 2022
David March 2022

“Great location & Good to have parking at cottage, The spaces are a little bit tight for a large car.”

- David, March 2022
Elizabeth January 2022

“Really nice place.”

V central and such a plus having a car park space. Think lock to door might need some attention as we struggled to open it sometimes.

- Elizabeth, January 2022
Sarah September 2021

“The cottage is well equipped and cosy.”

The location is reqlly really good and having a parking space is extremely convenient. It feels spacious and cosy.

- Sarah, September 2021
Carmel September 2021

“Property very dusty.”

Worrying during current situation made us wonder about general cleanliness. Good inch of dust on pictures window ledges and light shades over kitchen work surfaces.

- Carmel, September 2021
Ian July 2021

“The cottage was in an ideal location with lots to do within easy walking distance.”

A big bonus was onsite parking. The cottage is small but was fine for the two of us. One or two areas were a little dusty but overall the place was clean and tidy on arrival. There was everything we needed in the cottage for our stay. Definite choice for another visit to Ambleside.

- Ian, July 2021
Kathryn June 2021

“Cottage was well situated and well equipped but it was very dirty.”

Dirty dishes in cupboard with food on, dirty soiled toilet, cobwebs and food left in cupboards. Have taken pictures as had to spend over an hour cleaning before we unpacked! Would use Sykes again but would not stay here

- Kathryn, June 2021
Jean May 2021

“Juniper Cottage is in a very convenient location and the parking space was a bonus.”

The local bus services are excellent and there are lovely walks from the doorstep. When the weather was wet, we could stay and be very comfortable in the cottage. We would happily stay there again.

- Jean, May 2021
Valerie December 2020

“Brilliant place but one big negative.”

Needs a king size bed and super king size bedding. It’s a big bedroom and chest of drawers could be moved

- Valerie, December 2020
Adeline August 2020

“This is a lovely, well appointed cottage in a great location, close to the town centre but avoiding the one way system allowing easy access.”

The house is too hot! The heating system had labels on throughout the house asking not to be turned off. At this time of year when some days temperatures were in the high twenties this was just madness and meant that we had to have the windows open 24/7. This can’t be environmentally friendly or economical. There is a strange smell permeating from the under stairs cupboard. We masked it with spray but it might need looking at and identifying We would stay here again

- Adeline, August 2020
Helen August 2020

“A very comfortable, clean cottage, in a perfect location, close to Ambleside and easy access to all the main places.”

- Helen, August 2020
Ian July 2020

“Very well equipped cottage close to the town centre and bus station.”

Lounge furniture perhaps a little dated, but overall a lovely base for exploring the surrounding area.On site parking a huge bonus.Would have no hesitation in recommending Juniper Cottage.

- Ian, July 2020
Carolyn January 2020

“This was our third visit to Juniper Cottage, we love this cosy cottage.”

There is everything you need for a weeks stay. The cottage is ideally located within a short walk to the shops. It also has its own parking space.

- Carolyn, January 2020
Audrey November 2019

“We had a great week staying at Juniper Cottage in Ambleside, the cottage was clean, comfortable and very well equipped.”

The cottage was very well situated, a two min walk to the town centre. Couldn't have wished for better. Will be returning.

- Audrey, November 2019
Martin November 2019

“The cottage is in a great location, had good facilities and on the face of it is an excellent place to stay, but on arrival the bathroom was unclean - apparent urine behind the toilet seat, down the back of the toilet, in the bowl, and a drip on the floor.”

The sink was also grimy as was the bath. It clearly hasn’t had a proper clean for a long time as it’s very dusty above the bathroom mirror and also around the skirting boards. The kitchen bin also hadn’t been emptied from the previous occupants. The cleanliness needs to be addressed as you don’t want to travel hundreds of miles to do what the cleaner should be doing. I emailed Sykes twice and had no response. Unfortunately for these reasons I wouldn’t stay again.

- Martin, November 2019
Peter August 2019

“We had a very enjoyable stay.”

The cottage is very handy for all cafes shops and pubs.We have stayed at Junipers sister cottage Heather cottage before but found this one more suitable for a couple, especially when we got the booking through a cancelation, being much cheaper.

- Peter, August 2019
Tina May 2019

“Really well equipped cottage,great base for a walking holiday.”

The only slight downside is that there is no garden ,and if like us you have a dog,there is at least a 5 minute walk to the local park for them to go to the toilet,not great last thing at night,or first thing in the morning.

- Tina, May 2019
Geoffrey March 2019

“Very comfortable cottage and an ideal location for touring the Lake District.”

- Geoffrey, March 2019
Gillian March 2019

“Lovely well equipped cottage,2 minutes from the centre of Ambleside, only ...”

Lovely well equipped cottage,2 minutes from the centre of Ambleside, only downside, no outdoor space for dogs,but lovely park within 5 minute walk, would visit again

- Gillian, March 2019
Alan November 2018

“Everything was superb could not find fault Juniper Cottage in Ambleside take a bow .”

- Alan, November 2018
Adrian October 2018

“Lovely cottage in a great location.”

Very clean with really good facilities.

- Adrian, October 2018
Pamela October 2018

“I loved the fact that as well as being lovely and clean, it was fantastically equipped.”

There were even baking tins and scales - I could have baked a cake if I'd had time. We had our own parking, it was within walking distance of the town, and was quiet and peaceful. The furnishings were comfortable and clean and the bedroom was lovely. It was great to come 'home' to at the end of a day on the fells. The lobby had shelves for our boots & rucksacks and there was a radiator too, so that our things dried, without cluttering the rest of the house up.

- Pamela, October 2018
Wayne October 2018

“The cottage was as it was described, very comfortable , clean and ideally situated for us.”

Close to all local amenities and on site parking was an advantage. Only slight disappointment was in regards supplies. We had one toilet roll for two people for a week. We had a third of a kitchen roll and a small amount of washing up liquid. We didn’t have any soap powder. With other cottages there has always been an adequate supply of such items, not sure if that’s what we should expect. That said it didn’t spoil our holiday and have already booked another holiday for 2019 with Sykes Cottages.

- Wayne, October 2018
Stuart September 2018

“Beautiful setting ,just outside Ambleside ,a two minute easy walk into the town centre and a ten minute walk to the banks of Windermere.”

The house has private parking in the courtyard with plenty of room to load unload. The House is plenty big enough for a couple and two dogs ,perfect . Everything you require is included ,the bedroom is fantastic ,a massive Television ,lovely welcoming double bed and very warm and cosy. We had a fantastic break.

- Stuart, September 2018
Linda August 2018

“The cottage is a lovely place to stay to use as a base for traveling around the lakes it was in a nice area of town, very quiet but with within very easy reach of all the shops, bars and cafes.”

Would recommend this place to family and friends.

- Linda, August 2018
Gillian April 2018

“Cottage was lovely,clean and warm and we would definitely stay there again.”

My only slight issue was the note that was left to strip the bed linen on departure. I think it is reasonable to ask visitors to leave the cottage clean and tidy but it is unreasonable to expect them to have to do everything as you would expect the property to be re-cleaned thoroughly before the next guests arrive. There are hotels that charge less money and you would not be expected to do that for them.

- Gillian, April 2018
Patricia March 2018

“Sitting room was chilly in evening”

- Patricia, March 2018

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Summary

Over two floors
One bedroom: double with HD TV on the first floor
An upstairs bathroom with shower over bath, WC and washbasin
On-site parking space outside for one car
Open plan kitchen, dining room and sitting room on the ground floor with HD TV and books
Electric oven and hob, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, dryer and microwave
Electric storage heaters. Two HD TVs, one with blue ray DVD player
WIFI
Fuel and electric incl
in rent
Books
Bed linen and towels incl in rent
Private parking
Max 2 well-behaved dogs welcome
No smoking, sorry
Less than 5 minutes' walk from shops, pubs and restaurants in central Ambleside.

The property

Juniper Cottage is a delightful one bedroomed retreat. An Ideal cottage for a romantic break at any time of year. Centrally located in Ambleside with private parking directly outside it is a perfect base from which to enjoy the abundance of walking opportunities directly from the door and also the fabulous shops, pubs, restaurants and attractions Ambleside has to offer. Ecclerigg Place is centrally located in the village of Ambleside and has had an interesting and varied past. Life at Ecclerigg Place started out as the bus station for Ambleside where in bygone days the horses pulled the buses. In more recent times the stables and bus shelters were converted into a printers and now the courtyard has been converted into 7 Lakeland stone fronted cottages. The many amenities of Ambleside are only a short level walk away and from the doorstep a number of scenic rambles can be taken, your car does not need to leave its own private parking space. Juniper Cottage has recently been refurbished with a new bedroom and kitchen, has electric storage heaters and comprises: Open plan lounge/kitchen/dining area with HD TV, Blu-ray DVD player and selection of books. Kitchen with electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washer/dryer and microwave. First floor: Spacious double bedroom. Flat screen LED, HD TV. Bathroom with shower over bath, hand basin and WC. All electric, bed linen and towels included. Cot and Wi-Fi available. Private parking for 1 car.

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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

“This was my third time at the cottage so I knew what to expect.”

“Everything was perfect, everything you could need is there, will book again”

“On arriving at Juniper Cottage we were very pleased parking and location was great.”

“We had a fabulous 5 nights at Juniper Cottage.”

“An excellent place to stay, amazing facilities and close to all the main attractions.”

“This was my second visit to this property.”

“Lovely little cottage in a courtyard with parking close to centre of Ambleside but very quiet.”

“The property was well situated close to all amenities.”

“We really enjoyed our time at juniper cottage ,accommodation had all you could wish for,clean ,cozy,and comfortable ,also very close to the centre of ambleside only a 5 minute walk ,my only small concern was regarding our little dog .”

“This cottage was very comfortable and very functional.”

“Great location & Good to have parking at cottage, The spaces are a little bit tight for a large car.”

“Really nice place.”

“The cottage is well equipped and cosy.”

“Property very dusty.”

“The cottage was in an ideal location with lots to do within easy walking distance.”

“Cottage was well situated and well equipped but it was very dirty.”

“Juniper Cottage is in a very convenient location and the parking space was a bonus.”

“Brilliant place but one big negative.”

“This is a lovely, well appointed cottage in a great location, close to the town centre but avoiding the one way system allowing easy access.”

“A very comfortable, clean cottage, in a perfect location, close to Ambleside and easy access to all the main places.”

“Very well equipped cottage close to the town centre and bus station.”

“This was our third visit to Juniper Cottage, we love this cosy cottage.”

“We had a great week staying at Juniper Cottage in Ambleside, the cottage was clean, comfortable and very well equipped.”

“The cottage is in a great location, had good facilities and on the face of it is an excellent place to stay, but on arrival the bathroom was unclean - apparent urine behind the toilet seat, down the back of the toilet, in the bowl, and a drip on the floor.”

“We had a very enjoyable stay.”

“Really well equipped cottage,great base for a walking holiday.”

“Very comfortable cottage and an ideal location for touring the Lake District.”

“Lovely well equipped cottage,2 minutes from the centre of Ambleside, only ...”

“Everything was superb could not find fault Juniper Cottage in Ambleside take a bow .”

“Lovely cottage in a great location.”

“I loved the fact that as well as being lovely and clean, it was fantastically equipped.”

“The cottage was as it was described, very comfortable , clean and ideally situated for us.”

“Beautiful setting ,just outside Ambleside ,a two minute easy walk into the town centre and a ten minute walk to the banks of Windermere.”

“The cottage is a lovely place to stay to use as a base for traveling around the lakes it was in a nice area of town, very quiet but with within very easy reach of all the shops, bars and cafes.”

“Cottage was lovely,clean and warm and we would definitely stay there again.”

“Sitting room was chilly in evening”

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About the location

AMBLESIDE