The Gallery | Ambleside | Briery Close | The Lake District And Cumbria

4.9★

2 Guests
1 Bedroom
1 Bathroom
Pets No
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Off road parking
Garden / Patio
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

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* Based on a combined average customer score

34 Customer Review(s)

Margaret
October 2023

“A beautiful apartment, with everything you need and in a perfect location for exploring the Lakes.”

I would definitely return and also would recommend The Gallery to anyone.

I would definitely return and also would recommend The Gallery to anyone.

- Margaret, October 2023
Patricia October 2023

“We really enjoyed our holiday last week.”

Apartment was very comfortable and everything to hand. Good location. Handy that the bus stop was at the end of the road. We used the buses every day to get out and about.

- Patricia, October 2023
Raymond September 2023

“A beautifully fitted out and spacious apartment, in an ideal spot for exploring the Lakes.”

I would recommend this to anyone.

- Raymond, September 2023
Claire September 2023

“We had a wonderful few days at The Gallery.”

The property is always in top class condition with everything you require for a comfortable stay. Location is perfect to explore the outstanding beauty of the Lakes. As always... we cannot wait to make a return visit to The Gallery. Thank You!!

- Claire, September 2023
Geoffrey August 2023

“Only two minor comments.”

For us the directions were too detailed. "Turn right at the bus stops" would have worked. You need a doctorate to get the shower working. I think it has to do with the water heater kicking in slowly. But a lovely flat and a great stay.

- Geoffrey, August 2023
Richard June 2023

“Superbly and tastefully furnished.”

Spacious and comfortable Brilliantly located

- Richard, June 2023
Kate May 2023

“The property was perfect for us, so clean and well presented, and had everything we needed.”

Perfect location with Brockhole Visitor Centre across the road and a bus stop at the end of the drive meant we didn’t need to take the car out. We’ll definitely be returning and spreading the word with family and friends.

- Kate, May 2023
Jane May 2023

“The Gallery is a wonderful romantic bolthole.”

Everything was spotlessly clean on arrival. The open plan room is large enough to have living, kitchen, dining and bed zones without any sense of being cramped and there is plenty of storage. The kitchen is equipped with everything that most cooks would need, but the location is within easy distance by car or bus if you prefer to eat out. There is a small patio with table and chairs and use of the lovely communal gardens, thronging with wildlife. Thoughtful touches such as a rug and folding chairs if you want to go out on a picnic, plus books, games, DVDs and CDs galore on those days you might want or need to snuggle down. Just over 100m off the main Windermere to Ambleside road, there is only a faint hum from the traffic. There is a bus stop at the turn off and currently fares all over the Lake District are pegged to £2 - a really cheap trip up to Keswick, for example, with no fuel or parking costs. Brockhole Visitor Centre is only a 5 minute walk away. Three things prevented it being perfect: 1. The listing photos imply there is a view of the lake, which is not so and I was extremely disappointed about this. 2. The hot tap for the bath and shower is rather temperamental. 3. I note from another post that one of the window's double glazing had blown and this has not yet been fixed. Despite these niggles, I would recommend The Gallery as a lovely place to stay.

- Jane, May 2023
Sarah May 2023

“Comfortable, spacious apartment with everything you need.”

Great location, nice to be able to walk from the door, or to use the excellent bus service from the bottom of the road.

- Sarah, May 2023
Joseph April 2023

“Absolutely great accommodation.”

However your advert did not emphasise the room was on the first floor. Chris gets about in a wheelchair so it added a difficult task to get to the room. Would recommend to others.

- Joseph, April 2023
Barbara March 2023

“A lovely property with only one downside , the view is beautiful from the ...”

A lovely property with only one downside , the view is beautiful from the apartment but spoilt by one of the double glazed units being misted everything elsewhere first class, many thanks

- Barbara, March 2023
Nicola December 2022

“The Gallery was a lovely little Christmas Hideaway.”

Very comfortable and conveniently situated for exploring The Lakes.

- Nicola, December 2022
Vanessa September 2022

“Best holiday property we've stayed in, will definitely remember it for any future trips to the Lakes.”

Well laid out & spacious for 2 people and kitchen, bathroom etc all well equipped even down to little things like having generous amounts of hand wash etc.

- Vanessa, September 2022
Josephine August 2022

“We have stayed at the Gallery five times now and the standard remains if not higher than ever.”

Congratulations.

- Josephine, August 2022
Stephen August 2022

“The Gallery was very comfortable and snug,and well located for exploring the area.”

- Stephen, August 2022
Mandy July 2022

“Having stayed a few times at The Gallery once again we have had a fabulous stay.”

Spot on for cleanliness and decor we cannot fault. Lovely lay out inside and set in beautiful surroundings.

- Mandy, July 2022
Sarah June 2022

“The property was so lovely!”

The whole place was absolutely spotless and the décor was beautiful. Thank you for a great stay :)

- Sarah, June 2022
Alan June 2022

“This was our second stay in this lovely apartment.”

Spacious and comfortable, the Gallery is perfect for us. We prefer to leave the car and use the local buses to get around. The bus stop at Brockhole is just down the lane. Walking from the apartment is a pleasure and we enjoyed watching the local bird life, including woodpeckers. A bonus is that you can walk down into Brockhole late in the day when the crowds have gone.

- Alan, June 2022
Kim Marie May 2022

“It was my husband's 60th birthday and we had a wonderful time staying here.”

It was luxurious and comfortable with absolutely beautiful views, the layout of the apartment was spacious and very modern, we enjoyed sitting outside having a coffee and watching the many different birds and ducks come every day. We will definitely recommend this to anyone.

- Kim Marie, May 2022
Cian April 2022

“Very peaceful location.”

Perfectly situated 5/10 minutes from Windermere and 5 minutes from Ambleside. The owner managed to accommodate us last minute on a Sunday which we were ever thankful for. One morning I woke up and looked out the window and saw two deer in the field next door.

- Cian, April 2022
Michael April 2022

“We had a lovely stay for 3 nights the cottage was everything described in the best place for touring the lakes”

- Michael, April 2022
Alan March 2022

“The Gallery is lovely, almost perfect, holiday accommodation.”

Generously spacious, furnished and equipped to a high level. So clean and comfortable. For us, the location was perfect. Great walks from the doorstep, 100 metres from the bus stop, yet still peaceful. We've been looking for a go-to place in the Lakes, and hopefully this is it.

- Alan, March 2022
Laura February 2022

“This was the first holiday we took as a little family, we have a 3 month old, we took our own next to me crib and there was ample space for it.”

Lovely big room / apartment, bigger than expected and such a beautiful area. Good middle area between Ambleside & Windemere with bus route at the end of the road. Partner took his drone and he took some lovely area views which were stunning. Will definitely be returning. Excellent for price.

- Laura, February 2022
Merrall December 2021

“Lovely cosy apartment.”

Only thing that is needed is a knife sharpener!

- Merrall, December 2021
Barry September 2021

“We were very impressed with the level of facilities in the apartment and would certainly recommend it to other people”

- Barry, September 2021
Cheryl September 2021

“Perfect! Perfect position, perfectly comfortable and perfectly equipped.”

Highly recommend and will definitely book to stay here again.

- Cheryl, September 2021
Nial August 2021

“Brilliant location and brilliant facility.”

Has everything you need all in one place and great cleanliness for a good price!

- Nial, August 2021
Andrew July 2021

“This is the 2nd year we have stayed at the gallery, the accommodation is excellent and in a great location.”

- Andrew, July 2021
Christine July 2021

“The cottage was beautiful with everything we needed.”

The location was lovely and quiet Opposite brockhole with a good bus service at the end of the lane

- Christine, July 2021
Tim July 2021

“The Gallery was a revelation to us, we were incredibly impressed with the quality of the accomodation and the fixtures and fittings.”

It is an excpetional place to stay and the owner(s) should be very proud of what they have achieved with it. We couldn't fault anything major. The only flaw we could find is that as shower lovers we felt that the money spent on a whirlpool bath could have been invested in a more powerful shower!? It's in a beautiful location and although we ventured to Ambleside, Windermere, Grasmere and Bowness we were so incredibly pleased to be staying away from the crowds. We spent most of the week very locally, and walked around a deserted Brockhole and down to the lakeside almost every night. It was a joy to visit and the minor issues we had while we were away were dealt with at speed and very professionally - the local powercut completely beyond anyones control! We would suggest that a dedicated phone line for guests might help with dealing with enquiries and issues rather than having them share the line with enquiries about portential bookings. Finally to anyone considering The Gallery - please don't book to stay here yourself, we'd love to come back and stay again!!

- Tim, July 2021
Andrew June 2021

“This cottage is very well equipped and is surprisingly large.”

The ‘one room’ works really well and was better than we expected. We were going to book for the same time next year BUT the price has gone up by over 30% (from £564 this year to £738 next year) which we think is far too much for a one room cottage. That’s the only thing that has disappointed us.

- Andrew, June 2021
Tony May 2021

“This is our first time at the Gallery and we stayed a week.”

The Gallery is a first floor apartment which is openplan and laid out as one huge room. The level of decor was fantastic, the carpet looked new and everything was of the best quality. We had a little patio outside the front door and we could eat there , watching the stunning array of birdlife and enjoying the serenity and ambience. We will definitely be back it was wonderful

- Tony, May 2021
Paul May 2021

“Broken legs on sofa Top rack of dishwasher doesn’t fully come out (Both reported by ‘phone)”

- Paul, May 2021

Thank you for this feedback. This was acted upon immediately and the repairs were carried out. We really hope you enjoyed your holiday regardless of this and wish to welcome you to The Lakes again in the near future. Property Owner
Mrs Nicholls Jun 2019

“It was our first visit to the Lake District and the whole experience exceeded our expectations - the accommodation was lovely and peaceful and it was in a perfect location - the scenery was breathtaking - we enjoyed boat rides on the lakes and went on numerous walks - we loved every minute.”

- Mrs Nicholls, Jun 2019

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Summary

PLEASE NOTE this property only accepts weekly bookings with a Friday arrival
Open plan studio apartment: King size bed, dressing area, bathroom with whirlpool bath and shower
Kitchen and dining areas.
Gas central heating
Electric oven and induction hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washer/dryer, 50" TV, DVD, WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Private parking
Patio with furniture
Pub nearby
Communal gardens
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.

The property

Lovingly converted from an old coach house, this fabulous 4 Star Gold Awarded studio apartment enjoys a beautiful view towards Lake Windermere. The Gallery is found in a peaceful, pretty location at the head of a private country lane - one of a few select dwellings. Within a couple of miles of Ambleside and Windermere, you'll enjoy the best of both worlds; explore the delights of the lively villages and lake shore, or hide away in blissful tranquillity. It's just a short stroll to Brockhole - The Lake District Visitor Centre with its many activities, fantastic local produce to buy and eat and boat hire. You can also catch the boat to Ambleside and Windermere, from Brockhole, should you not fancy the car or the walk. The Gallery’s unique open plan accommodation is on the first floor. It has been furnished with no expense spared, to create a contemporary retreat with an infectious sense of calm. You'll find everything you need to relax, pamper and dine together and enjoy the delightful open aspect view from the window with a lively bird table below. Accommodation in detail: Private parking for 1 car. Traditional entrance porch with space for walking gear. A spatial flow staircase leads to the first floor accommodation - a very spacious open plan area that's cleverly arranged to provide a sense of space. Maple storage units surround a king-size bed. There’s a dressing area and luxurious bathroom with whirlpool bath and shower. The main living area is positioned to enjoy the scenery, with furnishings. The kitchen is in a corner of its own, excellently equipped for romantic meals in. Outside you can wander through the tranquil grounds, or take a seat and relax with a glass of wine at your own garden table. Location: The Gallery enjoys a prime Lake District location - whatever style of holiday you're looking for The property lies within a select handful of converted properties, close to the shores of Lake Windermere and almost half-way between the popular villages of Ambleside and Windermere (with Bowness-on-Windermere also only a few miles away). What's more, we highly recommend a romantic drive up to the Queen's Head at Troutbeck (to your north east) then over the Kirkstone Pass to serene Ullswater for an unforgettable day out with stunning scenery Windermere village is the perfect place to stock up with provisions for the kitchen. You'll find a Booths supermarket there (next to Windermere train station), stocking fine local produce as well as everyday essentials. Windermere also has a range of local shops, pubs just a couple of miles down the road from Windermere, you'll find Bowness village on the east shores of the lake. Lively nightlife, restaurants and shops line the high street, and the lake cruises and hire boats are popular attractions in Bowness Bay. Ambleside lies to your north, via a scenic drive on the A591 (voted Britain's favourite stretch of road). The pretty historic village nestles on the northern shore of the Lake and has grown to become one of the Lake District's most cosmopolitan communities without losing its traditional charm. Ambleside is a lovely place to while away a day, and to enjoy a romantic meal by night. Some of the finest restaurants in the Lake District are found in and around Ambleside. Cruises on Lake Windermere can be taken from Waterhead Pier, just outside Ambleside village centre.

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

“A beautiful apartment, with everything you need and in a perfect location for exploring the Lakes.”

“We really enjoyed our holiday last week.”

“A beautifully fitted out and spacious apartment, in an ideal spot for exploring the Lakes.”

“We had a wonderful few days at The Gallery.”

“Only two minor comments.”

“Superbly and tastefully furnished.”

“The property was perfect for us, so clean and well presented, and had everything we needed.”

“The Gallery is a wonderful romantic bolthole.”

“Comfortable, spacious apartment with everything you need.”

“Absolutely great accommodation.”

“A lovely property with only one downside , the view is beautiful from the ...”

“The Gallery was a lovely little Christmas Hideaway.”

“Best holiday property we've stayed in, will definitely remember it for any future trips to the Lakes.”

“We have stayed at the Gallery five times now and the standard remains if not higher than ever.”

“The Gallery was very comfortable and snug,and well located for exploring the area.”

“Having stayed a few times at The Gallery once again we have had a fabulous stay.”

“The property was so lovely!”

“This was our second stay in this lovely apartment.”

“It was my husband's 60th birthday and we had a wonderful time staying here.”

“Very peaceful location.”

“We had a lovely stay for 3 nights the cottage was everything described in the best place for touring the lakes”

“The Gallery is lovely, almost perfect, holiday accommodation.”

“This was the first holiday we took as a little family, we have a 3 month old, we took our own next to me crib and there was ample space for it.”

“Lovely cosy apartment.”

“We were very impressed with the level of facilities in the apartment and would certainly recommend it to other people”

“Perfect! Perfect position, perfectly comfortable and perfectly equipped.”

“Brilliant location and brilliant facility.”

“This is the 2nd year we have stayed at the gallery, the accommodation is excellent and in a great location.”

“The cottage was beautiful with everything we needed.”

“The Gallery was a revelation to us, we were incredibly impressed with the quality of the accomodation and the fixtures and fittings.”

“This cottage is very well equipped and is surprisingly large.”

“This is our first time at the Gallery and we stayed a week.”

“Broken legs on sofa Top rack of dishwasher doesn’t fully come out (Both reported by ‘phone)”

“It was our first visit to the Lake District and the whole experience exceeded our expectations - the accommodation was lovely and peaceful and it was in a perfect location - the scenery was breathtaking - we enjoyed boat rides on the lakes and went on numerous walks - we loved every minute.”

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AMBLESIDE