Millerbeck | Ambleside | Brow Head Fm | The Lake District And Cumbria

4.1★

4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Pets No
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Features

Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
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

27 Customer Review(s)

Jayne
April 2025

“A lovely stay at Millerbeck.”

The house is perfectly located for different walking routes & access to explore other locations in the Lakes. A few hundred yards from the lovely local parkrun too (an unexpected bonus!) A small issue early in our stay was rapidly & effectively managed & the property was clean & comfortable & perfect for our stay. Thank you.

The house is perfectly located for different walking routes & access to explore other locations in the Lakes. A few hundred yards from the lovely local parkrun too (an unexpected bonus!) A small issue early in our stay was rapidly & effectively managed & the property was clean & comfortable & perfect for our stay. Thank you.

- Jayne, April 2025
Stephen March 2025

“We enjoyed our stay at Millerbeck which was conveniently situated near Ambleside.”

The accommodation was very comfortable, clean and well presented, and the kitchen well equipped for self catering. The only problem we had was the electricity went off during our last night so there was no morning shower , breakfast or possibility of running the hoover round before leaving.

- Stephen, March 2025
Caroline October 2024

“Lovely apartment in a fabulous setting, views are a great, Very quiet & peaceful, a short stroll 10 mins into Ambleside.”

Take a torch it's pitch black through the park later on. Bedroom one (left) no TV but not a problem. Sash window needed some attention ,open from the top! Bed small but comfortable, clean white bedding. Great sockets with extension leads & a mirror next to drawers. The ensuite bathroom has a shower cubical this is small anyone who's large/tall would struggle .. not very powerful but sustained constant heat. Bedroom two - slighter larger with a TV, bigger bathroom with a jacuzzi bath & separate larger shower cubical & a very powerful shower. Comfortable bed, plenty of storage & sockets ..the layout of doors to this room is slightly odd , door from landing lockable, but no door to the bathroom & a door to the bedroom ! Both had heated towel rails but they were quite dusty so gave them a clean. The kitchen is well equipped . Plenty of wine glasses only one smaller tumbler . But lots of pint glasses . Eventually found the WiFi code on a scrap of paper on the notice board in the kitchen .. this needs changing I've never seen such a long one which was a nightmare to put in Netflix !, . & It really isn't fast WiFi it's quite poor & my phone often flicked to my own data .. TV struggled due to the WiFi using a firestick. Living room - large dining table but felt sticky gave it a scrub but just didn't clean too well, all the polish Has gone. Sofa a bit old chairs comfy but the large 2 seater has lost padding got quite uncomfortable. Didn't use the log burner as the central heating was adequate controlled by a thermostat by the front door.. New grey carpet throughout the property. Items that need replacing which maybe the cleaners should pick up on :- a new washing up bowl! It's so scratched never looks clean doesn't look nice & cheaply replaced. The notice board looks scruffy out of date leaflets etc.. The bin in the kitchen, it's broken! Hard to lift lid as you can't click it down & pop up anymore .had to put tape on to lift the lid. New sofa & dining table. New shower in bedroom one . WiFi needs to improve .. Cleaning needs attention . The property looked like it had been cleaned a while ago & no one had been for ages , massive cobwebs across the front door & piles of letters on the floor . Therefore explaining the dust. Parking was fabulous right outside the property & loads of room for a large car .

- Caroline, October 2024
Pauline June 2024

“Lovely property and well equipped.”

Bedroom doors need adjusting as they are difficult to close over the carpet. The sash on the bed 1 window is broken meaning the window couldn't be opened.

- Pauline, June 2024
Angela June 2024

“Great location, very quiet and easy to walk across the park into Ambleside.”

The house was lovely and clean, the kitchen had everything we needed. A few comments: the lid on the flip top bin doesn't work and it was annoying having to remove it to rubbish in. The surface of the dining table was sticky all over and not nice to use. The table mats were rather old and worn out. The beds were comfortable, but the duvets were rather thick for summer use, perhaps that was just me! I wouldn't like to use them in hot weather. Finally, the button on the shower in the en-suite kept falling off, took a bit of getting used to but the shower works if you press it hard to put it on and off. That said, overall, we loved the house and location, and had a great week. June 2024

- Angela, June 2024
Henrikus June 2024

“First of all we really enjoyed the house and Lake District.”

We were four people and the house is big enough for that. spacious kitchen with all amenities. Spacious bedrooms with private bathroom. And nice and clean. The house is located in a wonderfully quiet area just outside Ambleside. You can reach the village in a 5-minute walk through the park. I do have a number of recommendations for the house. We did miss a terrace with table and chairs. There's plenty of room for it. We now had double blankets on the beds. I would really appreciate blankets per person. these are my suggestions

- Henrikus, June 2024

Thank you for your feedback. We are pleased to see that you enjoyed your stay. We take all comments on board. Thank you The Lakelovers Owner Relations Team Property Owner
Alan May 2024

“The cottage located at Millerbeck, Ambleside was excellent great location just 15 minute walk into town approximately very comfortable with all the facilities provided at the cottage.”

Great to have parking very provite and quiet. If you enjoy walking it's a brilliant location. I found it a great location for a base to visit other areas in Cumbria. I'd recommend this place perfect.

- Alan, May 2024
Tara October 2023

“We had a wonderful stay with our two children during October half term.”

The cottage was very cosy and its location was perfect, just a short walk into town through beautiful scenery. There is a brilliant park nearby so the location is excellent for those with children. All the main attractions are a short drive away- Hill Top, Wray Castle, Brockhole, Tarn Hows, Beatrix Potter world and Grizedale forest. There is also a pretty walk/cycle from the cottage to Grasmere, which we discovered on the last day. The cinema in town was also perfect for a rainy morning. I’d definitely recommend hiring a motor boat on the lake, which even the children steered! Lunch at the Towerbank Arms in Sawrey is also a must and the Tap House in Ambleside did the most amazing pizza and burgers! The cottage was well equipped and the beds very comfortable. The open fire was just lovely. We did have an issue with the shower that leaked through the ceiling into the downstairs electrics. Maintenance were quick to come and look at it but couldn’t solve the issue immediately. A small thing, but the can opener did not work so we had to borrow one from a neighbour apart from that, we would definitely come and stay again in this wonderful, cosy cottage!

- Tara, October 2023
Alan September 2023

“Lovely apartment.”

Had everything we needed and we loved it. Nice easy walks into Ambelside (10-12 min) as well as just off a main road for any local drives we chose. We walked to the waterfront (20-25 mins) and enjoyed a Ferry to and from Burness on Windermere. The WIFI was fast enough.

- Alan, September 2023
Alan June 2023

“My holiday experience was excellent at Millerbeck cottage Ambleside great ...”

My holiday experience was excellent at Millerbeck cottage Ambleside great location very peaceful and quiet just a few mintues walk into Ambleside village and excellent for my visit in visiting national trust properties in the area, I'm looking at rebooking for September for another break I would highly recommend the area and the cottage

- Alan, June 2023

Thank you for your lovely comments, we are so pleased to read that you had an enjoyable holiday. We look forward to welcoming you again. The Lakelovers Owner Relations Team Property Owner
Antony May 2023

“Great place to stay, it was nice and clean and met all my requirements also lovely and peaceful.”

- Antony, May 2023

Thank you for your comments, it is lovely to hear that you had a great stay. We hope to welcome you again. The Lakelovers Owner Relations Team. Property Owner
Pamela May 2023

“We have stayed here several times as the peaceful location and easy parking within easy reach of Ambleside makes this a convenient base.”

We know the property quite well by now so we could see that all the carpets had been replaced and the decor refreshed in places. It was disappointing though to find that there were maintenance issues in almost every room i.e. the kitchen counter lights are not working and there are long cracks in the bath sealant. There is a missing shower door handle. The dining table mats are stained, unappealing and need replacing. The plastic kitchen bin isn't working and has to be prised open. Most of the curtains are sagging off the rails and need to be properly re-hung again. These noticeable maintenance issues could easily be remedied. It's surprising that so much was probably spent on the refurbishment and yet these simple maintenance items were left neglected. It made the property feel a bit shabby overall.

- Pamela, May 2023

Thank you for your comments. We take all comments on board. Our Maintenance team did attend to resolve some of the issues during your stay. Thank you. The Lakelovers Owner Relations Team Property Owner
Simon October 2022

“Fantastic location five mins from Ambleside and great walks from the door, but Michael left a review in September in which he mentioned, no where to hang coats, gardens and seating, cabinet lights not working, cooker lamp not working, curtain on front door hanging off, curtain pull cord missing, sticky tables, shower door handle missing, bathroom rad not working, broken waste bin, windows painted by a five year old, uncomfortable mattresses, personal letters etc etc none of this has been addressed.”

He did mention the new carpets which is a good point but forgot to mention that you cant shut the doors, i thought i was going to pull the door handles off! The rad in the kitchen now has a leak and where did they find those pictures through out the property? you couldn't give them away, not one highlighting or promoting the splendour of the lake district. I to was expecting more than a lick of paint and new carpets from a refurbishment, it has great potential but needs a lot of tlc. PS wouldn't mind a pound for every time we hit that loose floor board at the bottom of the stairs!! PPS if you carefully take down the three little plates hanging by the front door you can hang your coats on the nails! and when my daughter looked for her phone down the side of the settee we found a fireman sam book, a oreo biscuit, a shredded wheat, and some stray clothing (i don't think they where Michaels!)

- Simon, October 2022

Thank you for your feedback. We acknowledge the comments that you have made and the Brand will work closely with the Owners to improve offerings at the property. Lakelovers facilitate the cleaning of the property on behalf of the owner and we will be addressing the comments directly. Property Owner
Lynne September 2022

“Property not as described on net.”

For example, cloakroom, where is it, surely not the cupboard with the gas boiler in that could not be accessed for junk, ie ladders, bookcase and books, tins of paint (not a good idea being flammable items next to a gas boiler) etc. , leaving nowhere to hang wet coats! The stunning gardens with seating, but no indication where you could walk or where to sit outside. The lounge with views to gaze out , at what, a hillside ? Top of range kitchen, it was old and outdated, lights under cabinets not working, cooker light not working, reported and not sorted. Overall the property requires attention, daylight/drought around front door, and curtain to close behind door hanging off with broken hooks; lounge windows painted shut, lounge curtain pull cord missing, dining and coffee table “sticky” to touch, personal items from from “resident” left in property - letters, box under bed, unit on top of wardrobe, nicknacks not expected in a holiday let; new mattress required in 2nd bedroom, blinds that fit and prevent a “see through vision” required in both bathrooms, frosted glass in bathrooms required, main bedroom shower cubicle handle missing, radiator above bath not working, some TLC throughout required. Would recommend a sensor light outside front door, as difficulty unlocking in dark, replacement rubbish bin in kitchen as lid not working. I appreciate that the flat had been painted and new carpet laid, but nothing else obvious for a “refurbishment June 22”. Was expecting more, better value, for the amount we paid.

- Lynne, September 2022
Jane August 2022

“A great base for a short break in Ambleside for two adults and a child.”

Comfortable, well equipped apartment which was ideally located for easy access to centre of Ambleside (10 minute level walk - a torch would be an essential for darker nights though) as well as being a great starting point for a number of walks. One of the highlights was watching a deer in the garden on our first evening. Would book again.

- Jane, August 2022
David August 2022

“In the past we have stayed in cottages that make sure you have the basics when you arrive,salt, pepper,washing up liquid,suger a couple of tea bags.”

It just gets you going as you don't want to find a shop after a long drive or a late night arrival.

- David, August 2022

Thank you for your feedback. We have taken on board your comments and are looking into having a welcome pack provided in the future. We appreciate you scoring Millerbeck full marks and hope to welcome you back again soon! Property Owner
Sara August 2022

“Great location and amenities.”

Very comfortable and had everything we needed.

- Sara, August 2022

Thank you so much for your lovely feedback and scoring Millerbeck 10/10! We are so glad you enjoyed your stay and hope to welcome you back again in the future. Property Owner
Robert July 2022

“Recently repainted and carpeted so lovely fresh feel.”

Pretty well equipped and everything worked, although took a few mins to find cooker clock setting buttons for fan oven to come on. Very quiet location yet 10 mins walk through Rothay Park to centre of Ambleside. Flat is compact with quite steep stairs to only door and short steep narrow rotating stairs to bedrooms/bathrooms. Sash windows to Kitchen, Living Room/Diner and 2nd Bedroom painted shut. This was raised with Lakelovers early to alleviate condensation (plus request for kitchen scissors and replacement bed 2 mattress cover early in stay and no action..),… Flat to Eastern aspect of converted larger property, in extensive shared well maintained open grounds, but no outside seating and limited window views ( to rear and up a slope to woods). Good base if out a lot.

- Robert, July 2022

Thank you for taking the time to review your stay at Millerbeck. We are really pleased that you enjoyed the refurb and the location! We have now made sure the window will open and appreciate you making us aware. With regards to the missing crockery, our housekeeping team will be replenishing the kitchen utensils for the next guests. Once again, many thanks and we hope to welcome you back again soon! Property Owner
Pauline May 2022

“A very comfortable property with a homely feel, mostly well equipped and will definitely use again.”

A few issues that need addressing: Smart TV should either be removed from description or instructions on how to set up and use are needed. We couldn't get any of the apps to work - just said loading please wait and then nothing so were restricted to BBC, ITV, 4 and 5 channels. There wasn't even the full range of Freeview channels. Smoke alarms way too sensitive meaning every time we cooked they would go off. On one occasion boiling the kettle triggered it. Better knives and forks needed. We stayed for 2 weeks but no clean linen or towels, dish washer tabs, toilet rolls etc. were supplied for the second week. No hand soap/wash or washing up liquid provided. Others have mentioned cosmetic problems in master bathroom that haven't been addressed.

- Pauline, May 2022

We would like to thank you for your feedback. We are sorry to hear that the television did not seem to be working during your stay. This has now been checked and is in working order. We are sorry that you were expecting a mid stay clean. Post covid, we no longer do a clean mid stay but guests can request new linen and towels. We will make sure this is made clearer in our conditions. We thank you for your helpful and constructive feedback and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future! Property Owner
Terence February 2022

“Some small repairs could be done ie.”

Tiles on the side of the bath need reapplying, both radiators in bathrooms need cosmetic attention. Although decor was dated it was still warm and comfortable, but it would benefit for a king size bed in the main bedroom. Otherwise happy with our fourth holiday at this property.

- Terence, February 2022

We would like to thank you for your helpful feedback. We are pleased to advise that the property has undergone a complete refurb in June 2022. We look forward to welcoming you back to see the improvements! Property Owner
Angela October 2021

“Have stayed at plenty of holiday cottages in the past and will continue to do so in the future.”

This was the 3rd property this year .. location was fantastic love the lakes (rear of property gets no sun whatsoever).. definately wouldn't like to stay there over the summer months due to lack of outside seating .. yes there are grounds but you'd get frowned upon by the apartments overlooking the grounds .. we couldn't do croissants in the morning or just to sit back after a long walk and take a simple tea outside .. hole in fire meant husband had to rebuild the hearth every time he cleaned and lit it .. generally not very feng shui full of 1990's tat .. jacuzzi only had 2 jets working .. main bedroom off bathroom smelt like something had died in there ..

- Angela, October 2021

We would like to thank you for your feedback. We are so pleased you love the location and are repeat guests at Millerbeck. We are pleased to advise the property has recently undergone a full refurb in June 2022! The owner has purchased brand new outdoor furniture for guests to use at their leisure also. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon! Property Owner
Sarah September 2021

“Fantastic setting, easy walking distance to Ambleside and with walks from the door in all directions we did not use the car all week!”

The accommodation had all that we needed, you just had to watch the fridge door as it didn’t always shut properly and the back left ring did not work on the job, neither of which were major issues for us. The one thing I will say is that there appears to be at least two wasp nests just outside both bedroom windows which led to unwanted visitors! I would strongly suggest that they are dealt with.

- Sarah, September 2021

We would like to thank you for your wonderful feeback. We are so pleased you took advantage of the fab location too. We can confirm that these issues have been rectified and we hope to welcome you again in the future to the newly refurbished Millerbeck! Property Owner
Nigel August 2021

“Although the location of the accommodation was ideal, the apartment smelt of damp when we arrived and this was there throughout our week.”

There were a number of minor issues such as the bathroom sinks not draining very quickly, cracks in the grouting around the bath and the general décor needed some TLC. This could be an excellent apartment as the location was just right - a short walk into Ambleside, quiet and good parking space. It would also have been nice to have had some outside space.

- Nigel, August 2021
Andrew July 2021

“We stayed at this property in July 2021.”

The property is in need of investment. A repair to the lounge ceiling is a botched job, the radiator in the bathroom is rusty, the three piece suite is old and shabby. When we arrived the loo seat was damaged. This was promptly repaired. Worst of all the fire extinguisher in the kitchen year of manufacture was 1997! None of these were shown in the photos on the Lakelovers' website. After much wrangling I eventually got a £300 refund having paid nearly £1100 for the week.

- Andrew, July 2021

Thank you for your constructive feedback. We are pleased to advise that the property has undergone a full refurbishment in June 2022. The property also undergoes fire safety checks which it has successfully passed recently. We do hope that these issues, that have now been resolved, do not deter you from visiting Millerbeck again. Property Owner
Jackie June 2021

“Location and facilities were great - but we've never stayed in such a tired and unloved property.”

Generally the apartment had everything we needed, but it was a depressing place to be with no outdoor space which is a huge shame. There was a lot of wear and tear on carpets and walls. Aside of that, key examples of failure: broken handle on shower door in main bathroom, rusty wall-mounted radiator in main bathroom, dusty/dirty fake flowers in main bathroom, broken drawer front in second bedroom, broken coat hanger on door in second bedroom, cupboard door in front of washing machine did not close, bin lid did not open easily, broken handle on crockery cupboard in kitchen, dirty coffee grounds in machine on arrival, no mugs that would fit under coffee machine, child's high chair provided with asking or being needed, dining table was sticky to touch, no washing up liquid was provided with starter pack.

- Jackie, June 2021
Carl May 2021

“Had an issue with a bad odour in the property in arrival.”

Emailed Lakelovers, and someone arrived within two hours to deal with the problem. Excellent service. This was our second stay with Lakelovers at Millerbeck. We adore the place, and had a fabulous stay once again. We had hoped to book again for May 2022, but sadly the prices have been put up by around 60%, which is just too much of a leap in price to justify. If prices hadn't increased so steeply, I would have already booked again for next year.

- Carl, May 2021
Mrs Watson May 2019

“We have stayed in Millerbeck several times.”

We enjoy its peaceful location but only a short, pleasant walk into Ambleside. We appreciated the improvements made since our previous stay - the wifi, the larger size TV and TV is both bedrooms.

- Mrs Watson, May 2019

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Summary

Newly refurbished June 2022.
Over 2 floors
2 x double bedrooms each with en suite facilities, modern kitchen, lounge / dining room, stunning gardens and grounds with seating
Cloak cupboard and private parking for 2 cars.
Gas central heating
Open fire
En suite shower room
En suite bathroom with double ended Jacuzzi bath & separate power shower cubicle
Beautiful outlook
Microwave
Halogen hob
Dishwasher
Electric oven
Fridge & freezer
Washer / dryer
Stunning gardens & grounds with seating
Short stroll to village
WiFi (super-fast broadband) inc in rent
Smart TV
Private parking for 2 cars
Bed linen and towels provided
TV in upstairs bedroom.

The property

Millerbeck is simply a wonderful bolt hole situated on the outskirts of picturesque Ambleside in a sublime setting at the foot of Loughrigg Fell and only a few minutes stroll through the park over the river to bustling Ambleside centre.

Thinking of spending precious time together or socialising with friends in a truly romantic spot with views to die for, then here at Millerbeck you have found it.

This period property boasts all original features and is truly a home away from home.

This first and second floor apartment forms part of this Period Lakeland residence and the breathtaking views will remain with you long after your leave.

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

Relaxed sophistication is the theme of the interior; cosy up together by the warming open fire and gaze out through the picture windows.

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

The bedrooms are beautiful, each with a lavish bathroom facility, so escape here, unwind and fall in love with the Lakes. ==Accommodation in detail Newly refurbished property of June 2022.

Private parking for 2; a short flight of steps to enter; entrance hall with cloaks cupboard and space for walking clobber.

The lounge / dining room has picture windows and deep cushioned furnishings to relax in by the warming open fire.

The top of the range, modern kitchen is very well equipped and also has a lovely outlook.

Upstairs to the two wonderful bedrooms, each with en-suite facility and the master with double ended Jacuzzi bath and separate power shower cubicle.

==Location This easily accessible holiday bolt hole 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.

Stunning gardens in an unforgettable location.

This property boasts plenty of walks right from the 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.

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

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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 lovely stay at Millerbeck.”

“We enjoyed our stay at Millerbeck which was conveniently situated near Ambleside.”

“Lovely apartment in a fabulous setting, views are a great, Very quiet & peaceful, a short stroll 10 mins into Ambleside.”

“Lovely property and well equipped.”

“Great location, very quiet and easy to walk across the park into Ambleside.”

“First of all we really enjoyed the house and Lake District.”

“The cottage located at Millerbeck, Ambleside was excellent great location just 15 minute walk into town approximately very comfortable with all the facilities provided at the cottage.”

“We had a wonderful stay with our two children during October half term.”

“Lovely apartment.”

“My holiday experience was excellent at Millerbeck cottage Ambleside great ...”

“Great place to stay, it was nice and clean and met all my requirements also lovely and peaceful.”

“We have stayed here several times as the peaceful location and easy parking within easy reach of Ambleside makes this a convenient base.”

“Property not as described on net.”

“A great base for a short break in Ambleside for two adults and a child.”

“In the past we have stayed in cottages that make sure you have the basics when you arrive,salt, pepper,washing up liquid,suger a couple of tea bags.”

“Great location and amenities.”

“Recently repainted and carpeted so lovely fresh feel.”

“A very comfortable property with a homely feel, mostly well equipped and will definitely use again.”

“Some small repairs could be done ie.”

“Have stayed at plenty of holiday cottages in the past and will continue to do so in the future.”

“Fantastic setting, easy walking distance to Ambleside and with walks from the door in all directions we did not use the car all week!”

“Although the location of the accommodation was ideal, the apartment smelt of damp when we arrived and this was there throughout our week.”

“We stayed at this property in July 2021.”

“Location and facilities were great - but we've never stayed in such a tired and unloved property.”

“Had an issue with a bad odour in the property in arrival.”

“We have stayed in Millerbeck several times.”

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About the location

AMBLESIDE