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Rothay Holme Cottage

Ambleside, Cumbria & The Lake District (Ref. 1041957)

4.0

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  • 4 Guests

  • 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 Bathrooms

  • Pets Yes

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Features

  • Open fire
  • Garden / Patio
  • Cot available
  • Highchair available
  • Pub/shop < 1 mile
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

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42 Customer Review(s)

  • Barbara

    “Fabulous location with the bonus of 2 car parking spaces.”

    Photos of the parking spaces would have been helpful. Finding the front space in the dark was difficult because there is no lighting. Also photos of the front and back gardens were missing. Not surprising because they definitely need some tlc. The inside was OK but not for the premium price. The main problem was the heating which we couldn’t get further than 19 degrees. Yes there is a log burner but no starter pack or instructions. The welcome pack was a black bin bag and dishwasher tablets ...

    Photos of the parking spaces would have been helpful. Finding the front space in the dark was difficult because there is no lighting. Also photos of the front and back gardens were missing. Not surprising because they definitely need some tlc. The inside was OK but not for the premium price. The main problem was the heating which we couldn’t get further than 19 degrees. Yes there is a log burner but no starter pack or instructions. The welcome pack was a black bin bag and dishwasher tablets! The wifi was good but couldn’t believe there is no smart tv! Both bathrooms were on the first floor but the second bedroom was on the 2nd floor with a steep staircase. The main bathroom had a really nice big standalone bath but no hand shower to rinse your hair. The plug on the washbasin was faulty and couldn’t be used. The toilet flush is weak. All of the windows are single glazed and the frames need cleaning and painting. The en suite has a cracked pane. No shaving mirror in either bathroom. Lots of storage for clothes but the hangers in the wardrobe need replacing! We were not sure if we were alone in the house! The main tv had a mind of its own.It often switched itself off and back on. Twice the tv switched itself back on after we had retired to bed. Twice during our stay the main bedroom window opened wide. Now how this can happen when it is a sash window and has to be lifted to open!! It took our dog two nights to settle. He sensed something was not right. Overall the place was not adequately cleaned before our arrival and a bag of rubbish was left on the landing chest of drawers. No excuse given a six hour turn round. As I said nice location but….

    - Barbara, November 2024

    We are sorry the property didn’t meet your expectations. The TV has a timer which had been deactivated. We can only assume it has been reactivated by a guest, it will be changed for a smart TV. We have an excellent cleaning record so apologise is somehow a bag of rubbish has been left. Property Owner

Summary

  • Property set over 3 floors
  • 2 x bedrooms; 1 x king size with en suite facilities, 1 x double (attic) bedroom, En-suite luxury shower room with designer double power shower cubicle, contemporary open plan living space, dining area, fitted kitchen, garden with furnishings and private parking for 2 cars.
  • Gas central heating, wood burning stove, luxurious bathroom with designer double ended sphere bath, en suite luxury shower room with designer double power shower cubicle, electric oven & hob, dishwasher / microwave, fridge & freezer, washing machine, Wi-Fi, superb view, gardens with garden furniture, 2 minute walk to village, private parking for 2, secure mountain bike storage, bed linen and towels provided.

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The property

This classy bolt hole is found on the fringes of Ambleside; alongside a park, close to the River Rothay yet still only a minute's stroll from the village centre.

The shores of Lake Windermere are just a few minutes further.

Relaxed sophistication is the theme of the interior; cosy up together in front of the woodburning stove, gaze out to distant fells through cute cottage windows and relish impeccable interior design with a finish fit for any glossy magazine.

There's plenty of space for sociable meals in, and only a minute's stroll to plenty of evening entertainment.

Each bedroom has a lavish bathroom facility, so even two couples can pamper themselves in their own space. == Accommodation in detail Private parking for 2 cars.

Enter to the contemporary open plan living space, with oak flooring throughout: Sitting area with sumptuous leather furnishings and woodburning stove, and an attractive dining area open to the fitted designer kitchen.

Upstairs to the 2 bedrooms: 1 king-size bedroom with leather sleigh bed, sparkling en-suite shower room and glorious views.

2nd double bedroom, also with excellent views and served by a separate luxurious bathroom with designer standing bath built in the attic can be accessed via a traditional but steep staircase.

The furnished rear garden is accessed via the kitchen; a perfect place for meals al-fresco.

At the rear of the property there is a lockable store suitable for mountain bikes or canoes. Location A holiday cottage in Ambleside provides a perfect base for a Lake District holiday - you'll be surrounded by breathtaking scenery and close to Lake Windermere, but you'll also enjoy the convenience of a contemporary village community on your doorstep.

Ambleside is located on the northern shores of Lake Windermere; it's easily accessible via the very scenic A591 road.

The village is a popular base for walking in the Lake District, but it's also one of the most sophisticated villages in terms of shopping and evening entertainment.

There are some excellent restaurants in Ambleside, two quirky cinema venues and a range of cosy traditional pubs where Lakeland ale is the favoured tipple!

We also recommend exploring some of the excellent country pubs near Ambleside, such as the famous Drunken Duck Inn and Restaurant - a must for special occasions and only a short drive or taxi ride away.

Please note due to the age of the property, there is no handrail available on the enclosed staircase going up to the first floor of the property. Access to the third floor bedroom, is via a second steep staircase.

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.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas