Park View

4.2★

4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Pets No
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Features

Open fire
Garden / Patio
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

16 Customer Review(s)

Marianne
November 2023

“Perfect location of property, really enjoyed being part of the community.”

Great base to go off and explore the rest of the lake district

Great base to go off and explore the rest of the lake district

- Marianne, November 2023
Judith September 2023

“A great central cottage in Ambleside with parking across the street.”

Our only comment to property owner would be to check the top toilet as flushing very poor and hand held shower not able to regulate/mix an acceptable temp. A guide on how to work the downstairs tv would also be useful. Having 2 remotes confusing!! Had a very pleasant stay and would recommend it and definitely return. Thank you.

- Judith, September 2023
Bernadette July 2023

“Great location, central to Ambleside and very peaceful.”

Well equipped accomodation. Well thought out property. We had a great stay here.

- Bernadette, July 2023
Katja July 2023

“We basically found it a lovely place, but the impression was impaired a little by the fact that some facilities do need a renovation in our opinion.”

In the bedrooms, there was quite a mould formation even on the inner window frames. And one of the thermostats was placed in a way you could hardly operate it. The kitchen was perfect, though. And what was very comfortable was not only the location of the cottage so close to the town centre, but also the fact that we found a parking permit prepared for us. Thanks for that.

- Katja, July 2023
Tim March 2023

“Lovely house with everything we needed and right in the middle of the village.”

Turn right out of the door and you're amongst shops, pubs and restaurants. Turn left and you're at the start of a walk into the hills.

- Tim, March 2023

Thank you for your kind feedback, we are glad to hear that you enjoyed your holiday. We hope to welcome you back again. Property Owner
Peter June 2022

“I enjoyed my stay at the property but arrived at the wrong time when there was an event on at the school so parking wasn’t easy.”

Despite being near the school there were no issues with noise. The property was clean and very convenient for the town centre.

- Peter, June 2022
Michael June 2022

“All Good. thank you.”

- Michael, June 2022
Frances April 2022

“We were very disappointed with the cleanliness of the property, thick cobwebs behind and around furniture and behind the doors, dust on surfaces.”

We have stayed at the property 3 times in the last 5 years and it felt tiered, disappointing given the cost. The cleaning sheet and time cleaned was not completed. The kitchen was lacking on wine glasses and crockery was chipped, particularly bowls. The cafetière was not fit for purpose and so we replaced the plunger and left that at the property for future use. The kitchen tap continues to constantly drip, as was the case last year. No spare toilet rolls, although we wouldn’t expect a weeks supply, but at least a spare in each bathroom. For information - There were a number of wasps in the property, we cleared at least 12, all very slow. Just wonder if there is issue with a nest somewhere. We love the location but think we would look for another property next time.

- Frances, April 2022

Dear Guest, Thank you for your feedback and notifying us about the cleaning at Park View. We contacted the Lake Lovers Housekeeping Dept who have assured us that they will speak to the cleaner. Lake Lovers will also keep an eye on the crockery and glassware situation at the house on our behalf; we have since ordered new items. Lake Lovers will send someone from the Maintenance Dept to check the wasps. Property Owner
Ian April 2022

“Aside from the bed being a little soft for my back, we love it here and have literally just booked it again.”

(The key pad number is exactly the same though)

- Ian, April 2022
David February 2022

“We left a message for the maintenance team : - Downstairs T V would not turn off using the remote - we had to unplug it from the tangle of leads in the cupboard.”

Reading lamp not working, Used the fuse from the iron. Have stayed before on two occasions and the upstairs bathroom / toilet door still doesn't close properly or lock, which would concern some people. We enjoyed our stay, and would stay again. Thank you. David + Susan Till.

- David, February 2022

Thank you for your feedback. We have taken on board your comments about the TV and have since bought a new one with a remote. We hope to see you again. Property Owner
Joseph December 2021

“The cottage is ideally situated for access to Rothay Park, and has generally easy parking outside the cottage.”

The kitchen is well equipped, but the rest of the cottage does need a bit of updating. The top floor bedroom does not get warm - the radiator felt like it needed bleeding - and the mattress was not comfortable for us. The two bathrooms are tiny; making it tricky to close the door once a person is inside the room, and the top floor bathroom door didn't close properly. There is very low water pressure in the shower, and the shower head over the bath does not work (plus, the bath is small, stained and old). Finally, the sofas are not comfortable for lounging on - we would have appreciated something like a corner sofa in the first floor lounge to enable us to stretch out after a day walking, or to watch TV as a family. Finally, the downstairs TV didn't work properly - we were able to navigate it eventually, but it may cause an issue for others. If the issues above are addressed, we would consider booking it again - the location really is great for a young family, but the bathrooms, poor heating, and old mattresses and sofas didn't offer us the relaxation we were looking for from a week in the Lakes.

- Joseph, December 2021

Thank you for your feedback. We shall get all the radiators bled and the central heating system checked by an engineer so thank you for bringing this to our attention. Both mattresses are relatively new; less than two years old. First floor has a shower room (not a bathroom), as is stated in the Lake Lovers description on web site and the second floor does have a small bathroom, with small bath, as is show in the photograph 14/22 on the web site. The doors normally close but we shall get them checked. Water pressure can be a little low but this is the first time it has ever been mentioned. We shall check the bath shower head. The furniture of the house is shown in the photos on the web site and guests have previously found the furniture in keeping with the house and comfortable. There are instructions on how to turn on the TV and internet box. The Owners. Property Owner
Erwann October 2021

“Nice cottage close to Ambleside center.”

We stayed with two kids and was a real pleasure to organize ourselves during the stay. The house is clean and tidy. Beds have linen and kitchen is fully equipped. We stayed there in November when it rained a lot and started to be cold; we found we didn't have enough control on the heating system; we could have used a couple degrees more.

- Erwann, October 2021
Charlotte August 2021

“We loved our stay at Park View.”

Fantastic location in centre of Ambleside and right next to the park which the kids loved. The cottage is well equipped inside and lovely outdoor seating area which gets the sun most of the day. Sofas could do with a change as not really comfortable but didn’t spend much time in the property as our and about a lot. Would definitely stay here again.

- Charlotte, August 2021
David August 2021

“Great central location for Ambleside”

- David, August 2021
John July 2021

“We are exceedingly disappointed with the service we have received from Lakelovers.”

We have arranged many holidays with you in recent years and never had any complaints, but this time you have let us down. Firstly, the standard of cleaning at Park View, Ambleside when we arrived on 24/7/21 was poor. The bathrooms in particular were dirty and dusty with cobwebs in the corners. Even our teenage daughters noticed it, which is an indication of how bad it was! Secondly this property is badly in need of maintenance. Several doors do not close properly and do not lock. The sealant around the bath is badly cracked and the shower is very unsatisfactory. However, the biggest issue we have is your inability to address a boiler fault. We reported this and we’re given a maintenance number but had no contact from the assigned engineer, Anthony, regarding this. This was not initially urgent, since we used the immersion heater to provide hot water. However, the immersion heater subsequently ceased working as well and I then found that I could not reach you on the contact number, despite repeated calls and long waits. Incredibly, your answer message refers to long wait times due to thousands of callers: a tacit admission that you are not providing enough staff to address customer issues. This is wholly unacceptable for a holiday management company; you should be addressing maintenance issues within hours not days. As a result the last few days of our holiday were spent without heating and hot water; particularly disappointing since the weather turned rather wet in Ambleside. We appreciate that Covid has made this a difficult year for everyone, but nevertheless we are very dissatisfied with Lakelovers this time. We therefore request a significant discount or credit note against our next holiday, by which time we hope you will have returned to your normal high level of customer service.

- John, July 2021
Julian May 2021

“Really well located house.”

Would have liked to have more household items eg loo roll , salt pepper etc.

- Julian, May 2021

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Summary

Over 3 floors
2 x bedrooms, 2 x bathrooms, separate dressing room, 1 x ground floor lounge, 1 x first floor lounge, kitchen / dining room, utility / boot room, patio with garden furniture, garden and one parking permit
Beautiful Lakeland cottage, superb views, 1 minute stroll to Ambleside centre, gas central heating, wood burning stove, electric oven with gas hob, fridge with ice compartment, microwave, dishwasher, utility / boot room with washing machine & tumble dryer, patio garden with garden furniture, Wi-Fi, 1 parking permit for Millans Park/Vicarage Road, bed linen and towels provided
Please bring your own logs for the fire

The property

This gorgeous cottage is literally a stone's throw from the absolute heart of Ambleside centre and aptly named as it stands alongside Rothay Park with superb views over the church towards Loughrigg Fell, having been fully refurbished in summer 2014.Enjoying the very best of both worlds this cottage sits in a peaceful spot yet only a minute's stroll from the village amenities - bliss. Two couples or a small family can spread out here, relax and soak up the two chic bedrooms, one with separate dressing room, the other with its own reception room and a bathroom facility a piece. Cosy up on chilly evenings after a day on the fells by the woodburning stove or enjoy sunny days on the patio but wandering into ever popular Ambleside with its host of excellent restaurants will always temp you out. ==Accommodation in detail A parking permit is provided so you can park on the lane outside the property and nearby. What an attractive entrance to this beautiful cottage complete with honeysuckle round the door; entrance porch with slate floor and perfect for walking clobber. An inner hallway leads into the cosy living room with sumptuous furnishings by the warming woodburner. The kitchen / dining room has everything you may need as well as a separate utility / boot room which has a stable door leading out to the patio / garden complete with garden furniture as this sunny spot is ideal for al-fresco living on sunny days. Upstairs to the first floor double bedroom with lovely views towards Loughrigg and a second sitting / TV room with Smart TV also with great views; this room has its own shower room. Upstairs again to the top floor where the views get even better and a second double bedroom with separate dressing room and its own bathroom with shower attachment and bath.Location Park View Cottage nestles in a peaceful spot yet only a minute's stroll from the centre of Ambleside backing onto Rothay Park. A holiday property in Ambleside provides an excellent starting point for a varied Lake District holiday. Easily accessible via the A591 on the northern shores of Lake Windermere, Ambleside is a contemporary, characterful Lakeland village with a spectacular backdrop of Lake District fells. The location is ideal for walking in the Lake District, with many renowned routes beginning in and around the village. But Ambleside is also a popular choice for a relaxed, slow-paced holiday. Contemporary shops, leisurely lake cruises, acclaimed Lake District restaurants and cosy traditional pubs make the village centre a delight at any time of year. For evening entertainment, you'll find plenty to suit every taste. Take your pick from the two quirky cinemas; Zeffirellis cinema includes a great pizzeria and live jazz bar. Fellinis has an excellent vegetarian restaurant and shows films in a relaxed studio cinema environment. You'll also find a wide range of pubs, serving hearty food and real Lakeland ale - notable for its lake shore setting is the Wateredge Inn. Windermere Lake Cruises depart from Waterhead Pier, just outside Ambleside village centre. The elegant 'steamers' offer regular trips to Bowness and Lakeside - a great way to explore without driving. Evening cruises are also available, sometimes with buffet meals and live music.

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

“Perfect location of property, really enjoyed being part of the community.”

“A great central cottage in Ambleside with parking across the street.”

“Great location, central to Ambleside and very peaceful.”

“We basically found it a lovely place, but the impression was impaired a little by the fact that some facilities do need a renovation in our opinion.”

“Lovely house with everything we needed and right in the middle of the village.”

“I enjoyed my stay at the property but arrived at the wrong time when there was an event on at the school so parking wasn’t easy.”

“All Good. thank you.”

“We were very disappointed with the cleanliness of the property, thick cobwebs behind and around furniture and behind the doors, dust on surfaces.”

“Aside from the bed being a little soft for my back, we love it here and have literally just booked it again.”

“We left a message for the maintenance team : - Downstairs T V would not turn off using the remote - we had to unplug it from the tangle of leads in the cupboard.”

“The cottage is ideally situated for access to Rothay Park, and has generally easy parking outside the cottage.”

“Nice cottage close to Ambleside center.”

“We loved our stay at Park View.”

“Great central location for Ambleside”

“We are exceedingly disappointed with the service we have received from Lakelovers.”

“Really well located house.”

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About the location

AMBLESIDE