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Luke's Hoose

Ambleside, Cumbria & The Lake District (Ref. 1042059)

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4.3

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  • 5 Guests

  • 3 Bedrooms

  • 2 Bathrooms

  • Pets Yes

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Features

  • Open fire
  • Garden / Patio
  • Cot available
  • Highchair available
  • Pub/shop < 1 mile

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22 Customer Review(s)

  • Anne

    “Luke’s Hoose is in an amazing spot in Ambleside, with stunning views.”

    Unloading and loading was challenging but we expected this thanks to the property description and reviews. Late check in during Winter with no heating on. A baby in our party and house is large and took ages to warm up. Good if housekeeping could put heating on low during very cold periods. The property was ok clean. A deep clean is needed. The oven and grill were unusable. No grill rack present, oven shelves, trays, door and interior are caked with a build up of grease, food, rust. The oak ...

    Unloading and loading was challenging but we expected this thanks to the property description and reviews. Late check in during Winter with no heating on. A baby in our party and house is large and took ages to warm up. Good if housekeeping could put heating on low during very cold periods. The property was ok clean. A deep clean is needed. The oven and grill were unusable. No grill rack present, oven shelves, trays, door and interior are caked with a build up of grease, food, rust. The oak worktop at sink needs attention. It is rotting and harbouring germs, bacteria. The owner needs to invest in new bed linen, pillows, quilts, protectors. Bedding is old and stained and not very pleasant though beds were comfortable. Only 1 pillow case supplied per person, requested more as we like 2 pillows. These never arrived. Ambleside is a great base for exploring the Lakes and the town has many shops, pubs, restaurants.

    - Anne, November 2025

Summary

  • Over 3 floors
  • 3 x bedrooms; 1 x king size with en suite facilities, 1 x double, 1 x single
  • shower room
  • kitchen / dining space
  • first floor lounge
  • furnished terrace
  • Wi-Fi
  • Wonderful views in every direction
  • Open fire
  • 1 minute walk to village
  • Gas central heating
  • Shower room with power shower, en suite bathroom with power shower over bath
  • Electric oven & gas hob
  • Microwave
  • Fridge & freezer
  • Washing machine & tumble dryer
  • Terraced patio area with garden furniture
  • Bed linen and towels provided
  • Parking is in a local carpark, please be advised this is payable. There is no direct vehicle access to this property

The property

The elevated setting of this stylish Lakeland cottage provides spectacular views to the Lake District mountains from almost every room.

Nestled in a peaceful conservation area, only a minute's stroll from Ambleside village centre, Luke's Hoose achieves a perfect combination of traditional charms and contemporary indulgence.

It's a perfect living space for 2 couples, or a family, to spread out and relax at any time of year.

Relax together, dine together, sit out on the patio to soak up the views or make the most of only a stroll to the many delights of Ambleside village and the shores of Lake Windermere. Accommodation in detail A short incline leads to this small terrace of attractive cottages.

An entrance hall leads to the open plan kitchen / dining area, with large bay window, wall-mounted TV a great place to socialise.

Upstairs to the first floor living room with gorgeous bay window views and cosy open fire.

On this level is a single bedroom and separate shower room.

Upstairs again to double bedroom and king bedroom with magnificent views and en-suite bathroom with shower over bath. Location Ambleside is a historic village, well-served with contemporary shops and sophisticated evening entertainments.

It nestles off the northern shores of Lake Windermere, against a superb backdrop of Lake District fells - it's no wonder that Ambleside is a popular base for walking in the Lake District.

Ambleside's shopping streets are full of character, scattered with traditional Lakeland cottages and attractive historic buildings.

But you'll find everything you could need during a self-catering holiday; from tempting delicatessens and handy supermarkets for stocking up the kitchen, to outdoor clothing stores and fashionable boutiques.

By night, why not sample some Lakeland ale in one of the many cosy pubs in Ambleside.

Or, treat yourselves to a special meal at The Fulling Mill - just one of several excellent restaurants in Ambleside's village centre.

There are also two quirky cinemas to choose from; Zeffirellis for mainstream movies and pizza lovers, or Fellinis Vegetarian Restaurant and Studio Cinema. Ambleside's location on the A591 makes it a great base for touring the wider Lake District.

You're within easy reach of must-see locations such as the Troutbeck Valley, historic Grasmere and the breath-taking Langdale Valley.

You can also explore without a car; stroll to Waterhead Pier and take a Windermere Lake Cruise to Bowness or Lakeside.

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.

Please note: there are public bays near the property to unload but these are subject to availability. The nearest public car park is located 10 mins walk away, please be advised this is payable

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas