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Oak Bank

Ambleside, Cumbria & The Lake District (Ref. 1042496)

4.8★

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  • 6 Guests

  • 3 Bedrooms

  • 3 Bathrooms

  • Pets No

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Features

  • Open fire
  • Garden / Patio
  • Cot available
  • Highchair available
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

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31 Customer Review(s)

  • Kat

    “We had a great stay at Oak Bank.”

    It's a lovely property, really nicely laid out and well furnished and stocked (especially the kitchen). It seemed a little odd to have a coffee machine but no coffee pods in the welcome box (additionally the long life milk in the welcome pack was a few months out of date so it may be worth checking any other packs you have for giving out). Just one other thing to note about the toilet at the top of the stairs, it seemed to drain very slowly. It's not blocked but perhaps just not draining ...

    It's a lovely property, really nicely laid out and well furnished and stocked (especially the kitchen). It seemed a little odd to have a coffee machine but no coffee pods in the welcome box (additionally the long life milk in the welcome pack was a few months out of date so it may be worth checking any other packs you have for giving out). Just one other thing to note about the toilet at the top of the stairs, it seemed to drain very slowly. It's not blocked but perhaps just not draining quickly enough? The beds and sofas were all very comfortable, and the kids (and us) loved the reclining sofas! We thoroughly enjoyed eating outside on the terrace which is very pretty with a lovely view. Likewise the top garden. Altogether a wonderful stay and we would definitely recommend. Thank you.

    - Kat, April 2025

    Many thanks for taking the trouble to provide feedback. I am grateful that you have brought the slow flush of the bathroom toilet to my attention, as it is one that I almost never use. I have alerted Lakelovers to the issue and also let them know that the welcome pack which, at my request, they provide contains out of date LongLife milk. Sadly, I do not live close to the Lake District and so am not in a position to add other things into the welcome pack. We do, however, love staying at Oak Bank at least once a quarter and am always delighted to hear when guests have enjoyed staying at the cottage as much as we do. Many of our guests are repeat bookings with their comments focussing on the convenient location and the views from the two outdoor spaces seem to be much appreciated. I hope you will consider returning in the future and thanks for your comments. Property Owner

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Summary

  • Three bedrooms: 1 x king size with en-suite bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC, 1 x king size with en-suite shower room with shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin
  • Bathroom with shower, basin and WC
  • Sitting room with log burner and dining area
  • Kitchen
  • Utility room
  • No more than 2 cars unless agreed in advance.
  • Gas central heating wit woodburning stove
  • Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, CD Player, TV with Freeview/Freesat and DVD Player, Wi-Fi
  • Towels provided
  • No pets
  • No smoking
  • Patio
  • Private parking for one car another space is available in the visitors parking area
  • Highchair and Travel Cot available in the property
  • Double Glazing

The property

A spacious house with all the comforts of home - a stylish modern interior and excellent facilities including three bathrooms, two of which are en-suite.

The location - just outside Ambleside gives you ample opportunities for relaxing or touring throughout the National Park.

'Brockhole' - the National Park Visitor Centre is five minutes walk away and offers much of interest with grounds sweeping down to the lake and lake cruises available from the pier in season. There are places to eat out close by - the Merewood Hotel for a special occasion or more casual dining at the Low Wood or Pedros at the Sun Inn both within a mile of the property. Accommodation: Steps to the front door and entrance vestibule.

Spacious and welcoming open plan sitting/dining room (log burner, TV with Freeview, DVD, CD, Wi Fi .French door opens to the raised patio area, which is in a sheltered south-facing corner with garden table and chairs.

Glass doors lead into the kitchen.

An inner hall from one end of the lounge leads to the first bedroom - a spacious split-level double with king-sized bed and en-suite with bath, shower, basin and wc. Stairs to the first floor lead to the two further bedrooms - a second spacious split-level double with king-sized bed and en-suite shower room (shower, basin and wc).

The third bedroom is a twin and has use of the third bathroom - shower, basin and wc.

Utility room for laundry.

Back door from the upper floor accesses a small rear garden area with seating and views towards Lake Windermere. Modern furnishings and lighting with fitted carpets in co-ordinated colours offer a high degree of comfort. Outside: In addition to the patio and garden areas already mentioned the house has private parking for one car plus 'ad hoc' visitor parking on site.

Clients have shared use of further gardens and grounds around this and the other properties at Merewood.

The lane at the side of the house will take you up Wansfell or to the fells flanking the Troutbeck valley.

Nearest shop and pub at Troutbeck Bridge 1 mile, and Ambleside 2 miles.

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

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About the location

WINDERMERE

Ambleside 5 miles; Kendal 8.7 miles.

The twin towns of Bowness and Windermere are both vibrant, fun-filled places set within the splendid scenery of the Lake District. Both towns provide a range of amenities, shops and restaurants to suit all tastes whilst Ambleside offers the additional attraction of a boat ride to Bowness, the Lakeside Aquarium and Beatrix Potter's 'Hill Top House' at Sawrey. Grizedale Forest Park is within easy driving distance and is home to a range of activities including many good walks, mountain biking and the 'Go Ape' adventure park. The region also boasts many National Trust properties as well as a variety of water sports for those who prefer a more adrenaline-fuelled trip. Children will enjoy a trip to the 'World of Beatrix Potter' in Bowness whilst the villages of Grasmere, Coniston Water, Kendal, Keswick and the Lakeland Mountains are all within easy reach.

Note: Logs for fire can be purchased locally.

This property offers the following short breaks:

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