Fell View

We had a lovely week at Fell View and would definitely return in the future-sunny weather made lots of walking possible and there were plenty of positives about the accommodation.

Perhaps most importantly the beds were extremely comfortable as were the sofa/chairs in the living room. The veranda was a lovely addition and the views from the property along with the garden were excellent. The neighbours were extremely helpful and pleasant, which was also nice. The negatives were mainly niggles which weren't worth complaining about at the time but could easily be resolved. To begin with we were faced with a full dishwasher and a dirty frying pan left by the previous occupants which hadn't been checked. Also as other reviews have mentioned the surface cleanliness was good but a shame that the windows leading on to the veranda/view were smeary with cobwebs in the corners. I had to wipe the dusty drawers before putting clothes in and areas behind beds/drawers etc had not been cleaned for some time. The master bedroom door stuck when closed meaning that it made a noise when opened, again this was mentioned in a previous review. Hot water pressure was poor in the kitchen/bathroom with sporadic hot water, rendering the bath unusable as it took too long to fill and the hot water ran out. Fortunately the shower was good although a safety issue became apparent as the on/off switch in the corridor kept flicking off (poor connection?) meaning that the shower sometimes turned itself off. Other safety issues which need addressing included a piece of wood in the bathroom with nails sticking out of it and a loose electrical socket by the porch door. Overall these issues didn't spoil our stay and we very much enjoyed our time at Fell View, but most of them could easily be rectified and would make a big difference to the reviews this property receives.

This is a lovely cottage.

It was very clean at a surface level which is impressive for a property that allows pets but there were quite a few cobwebs on walls and in wardrobes. The location is excellent and we felt like we were 15mins to all of the main places and attractions we wanted to visit. We neglected to notice that there was only one toilet available but there is a separate shower. We had major issues with the hot water. We could get the bath and shower to run hot sporadically but never got any hot water from the kitchen or bathroom taps for the week. Kitchen is very well stocked with everything you need and the washer/drier was a real bonus. Door in the master sticks badly and needs force to open or close (creating a loud noise that isn't great when one of you is sleeping!) Kids loved their room. The shared garden is accessible via the master and is very pretty. May not be suitable for wheelchair or mobility aid users. Its an old building and the floor is uneven in parts. Overall, we would stay here again.

We had a lovely holiday at Fell View cottage,it was very clean comfortable and well equipped no problem with water in kitchen and shower worked very well.

We had lovely weather and the balcony was an extra bonus to sit on in the evening after a bust day at the lakes, would recommend to anybody.

Great place to stay for dog owners Direct access through a back gate to a marked footpath that could lead you up and over to Ambleside via 2 different routes (45-50 min walk) The under cover designated parking spot was nice to have.

We were there in the very (unusual) hot weather and the cottage especially the sitting room and balcony did get extremely hot, a fan might have been nice. But in "normal" temperatures it would have been perfectly fine. The cottage has obviously had problems with damp in the past (slight fusty smell) and I didn't unpack my clothes into the wardrobes as they in my opinion smelled. Also other there was limited amount of cleaning products provided (no soap, washing up liquid, or shower gel & just a couple of toilet rolls) which isn't a problem - just remember to take your own supplies. We really enjoyed our stay with our 2 dogs it was perfect for us and a great location. Yes the drive up to the cottage is steep, narrow and windy but we never passed another car in our whole trip, so again not a problem. Overall a great place for dog owners/ walkers / ramblers who aren't too fussy about the place being spotless.

A lovely property in a great location.

Woodland walks from the back gate, leading to stunning viewpoints of Lake Windermere. Also to Ambleside and Grasmere. Cosy living room. Good, comfortable bedroom with plenty of storage. Soft, white towels. Hot water in kitchen and bathroom only ran cold. (Previous reviwers have said this too). The shower was excellent but the shower tray was very slippy and could do with a rubber mat. Property details show 'two bathrooms' but one is only a shower room, so there is only one toilet. The kitchen was well stocked but all three pans were awful, with the non-stick lining and paint peeling off. Overall, it was good and we would stay again.

I would like to offer the following feedback on our resent visit to Fell View, Clappersgate, Ambleside.

The accommodation itself is good to very good with easy access to the grounds. It has ample parking and a simple layout with adequate space in all rooms. However there are a number of issues that need clarifying / rectification. Firstly the property is located at the top of a long, steep sweeping drive with no clear line of sight from either end and no passing places so hopefully you do not meet a vehicle coming in the opposite direction. Secondly there are very limited operating instruction on any of the equipment within the property. The storage heaters located in the long corridor appear not to be working. The hot water supply into the kitchen sink dose not run hot and is a very slow flow rate and lastly the floor within the porch area is beginning to collapse and requires attention.

Excellent location, clean, comfortable and well equipped.

We would definitely recommend this property.

A lovely wee cottage which was a short walk to Ambleside.

Lovely space, clean, comfortable and the balcony off the living room was a fabulous addition on a glorious bank holiday weekend. Yes, water pressure was a bit temperamental at times as stated previously but it really didn’t cause us any issues. The advantage of being able to hit the fells from a gate in the garden was an added bonus for us. We will definitely book again.

Lovely location and secluded feeling, with a path in the garden to get onto the fells behind.

Very nice double bed and smart living room, with a veranda view over the garden and fells. Porch with bench for sitting and removing/storing boots very useful. Some maintenance required. Shower room electric heater not working and leaked grey water. Hot water flow needs improvement, especially in the kitchen. WiFi was intermittent. Not much worked on the TV - "not connected to the internet" error messages, although I don't really watch it myself. Kitchen reasonably well equipped but no potato peeler or sharpner, and knives were blunt. A coffee machine or at least a cafetiere would be nice. A couple of the Hob switches have cracked although they still work.

The property is in need of an upgrade.

We found that it smelt bad. That was in the bedrooms and lounge. Probably in need of a deep clean. The bathroom bath panel wasn't fitted properly. I saw a mouse in the kitchen (reported it but was told well you are in the countryside) with lots of droppings on top of the washing machine. The shower room was built into what was originally a storage cupboard, ie. Long and narrow and with panelling rather than tiled. I woukd say the inside has been done cheaply and not expected to last. The hall cupboard had some items but again I didn't feel it was cleaned properly. Games looked grubby. The carpets probably needed a professional and regular clean to remove smells as otherwise looked in quite good condition. An upgrade to the TV would be another improvement The bedding was clean which helped the stay. The kitchen looked in reasonable condition. The exterior balcony was great and in the sun. The location was perfect with walks from the bedroom door into the woods and fell. We always walked into Ambleside, so doable. With some improvements as mentioned this could be a great property. We are returning but have chosen another property near by.

We expected the property to be quite close to Ambleside but it wasn't we couldn't have walked it anyway.

The property lounge was nice but the kitchen, shower room and the double bedroom were very cold.The running water was very slow also the kitchen cookware needs updating.

The cottage was lovely and clean and warm.

It was lovely and quiet and a good base for walking. The beds were comfortable. We only had a few problems which were the door handles. At one point the door to the porch would not open. My partner was outside and I was stuck inside. After we managed to get it open we never closed it again. The door handle in the twin room came off. The door in the double room also needs attention. The hot water tap runs really slowly. I tried to have a bath but it took so long to run the water was cold. The shower was alright but there was no fan so we ended up leaving the window open. We sat out on the varanda in the sun it was lovely. We did enjoy our holiday but the doors need attention.

Cosy cottage in a wonderful setting with stunning balcony views.

We had a lovely stay!

We loved the property, cosy and comfy.

However we thought the cleaning service or whoever looks after the property could do better. In the bathroom we were left an empty handwash. The lid of the bin wasn’t attached and all that was required was to click it back in place. The bed was huge and very comfy but the sheets didn’t seem to fit - I don’t sleep with a pillow and when I removed the pillow the sheet did not cover the mattress. Sorry to moan as we had a great holiday and hope to return. Please don’t share the above on a review but the scores are fine.

The cottage was nice the view was the best part of the cottage it was amazing.

Probably wouldn’t go back again, the cottage was a little tired looking and needed some maintenance also it’s was a steep walk up the driveway.

The property location was a short walk into Ambleside either up the Fell at then back off the cottage or the main road.

Lovely walks on the doorstep in all directions which was amazing. The only downfall were the very skinny flat pillows on all of the beds. I would definitely recommend to bring your own. Apart from that we loved it.

We have just returned from a short stay at the Fell cottage.

This lovely cottage has everything we needed, it was spacious enough for a family 4 of 2 older teenagers and our Labrador. There have been previous comments about the main bedroom being foisty smelly but this was very mild to me and did not bother us so don't let it put you off..This is a old building so people need to expect this. This cottage is situated in beautiful surroundings and has great access into Ambleside. We also traveled into Windermere. We took the walk out of the back gate to Rydal cave then up to Loughrigg Fell. I recommend going to the Apple pie shop in Ambleside , the pasties are amazing and fresh bread also the lucky dragon Chinese takeaway . We would definitely recommend staying at this lovely cottage.

We really enjoyed our stay and would probably return.

For the price, this was a very good self-catering option and offered great value for money. If we’d paid a higher rate, we might have rated it lower due to a few issues, but as it stands, it was a great base for exploring the Lake District. The accommodation is very spacious, with plenty of room for a family of four to spread out comfortably, including a large hallway and a lovely front room that opens onto a raised balcony. The balcony had comfy seating and overlooked a beautiful, peaceful shared garden. Despite being communal, the gardens felt surprisingly private; we didn’t hear or see anyone else during our stay. There’s a swing and two-seater swing sofa, a BBQ area, and outdoor tables in a really charming dingle, all beautifully presented. The location was excellent, only around 8 minutes' drive from Ambleside, and very convenient for day trips around the Lakes. The undercover parking and easy access for loading and unloading was also a big help. We all slept exceptionally well, the beds were very comfortable, and the internet was fast and reliable. The kitchen and bathrooms were both very modern, and the separate shower room was a bonus. Though it’s worth noting the hot tap in the kitchen was quite slow to warm up (and it does get VERY hot) only produced a trickle of water. That said, there were some downsides. The place wasn’t dirty, but there were some small bits of stone on the floor in the front room on arrival, an oven tray with what looked like breadcrumbs still on it, and the fridge could have been cleaner. We also noticed cobwebs on the ceiling in several rooms. The shower room and especially the bedroom smelled quite damp, and the settee had a slightly odd smell too. Lighting in the front room was quite dim, especially around the dining table, we ended up moving a lamp just to see our dinner. The kitchen was modern but under-equipped for a full week of self-catering, there was only one saucepan and one frying pan, which made things a bit awkward. The bedroom furniture, while functional, felt a little sparse, and the sofas and chairs in the front room weren’t especially comfortable or relaxing. All in all, despite a few niggles, we found it to be a good-value, peaceful, and well-located place to stay with a lot of potential. With just a bit more attention to comfort and kitchen basics, it could be excellent.

Lovely accommodation, second year we have stayed here, very peaceful surroundings.

A delight to stay at Fell View very clean and exceptionally comfortable.

We had a lovely time and would book again.

Property was comfortable , great position for exploring south lakes .

Would definitely look at staying again . Minor improvements: Kitchen was adequately equipped, perhaps a couple more pan options . Missed having a cafeteria and perhaps a few more serving / casserole bowls . In Twin room 1 mattress cover n duvet when bed stripped was heavily stained .

Window in hallway was leaking during heavy rain.

Kitchen hot tap runs really slowly. We, or at least our dog, discovered a mouse behind the settee which we guess might be nesting underneath. Otherwise house was clean and beds were comfortable.

Gorgeous cottage however the cottage is part of one big house which we did not realise.

Considering this, It was very quiet and peaceful, we loved the balcony. It’s a perfect base for exploring the lower part of the lakes. The location is brilliant and the facilities were great; kitchen was well equipped and there were games and books. However, the cottage really needs some TLC…the shower had no power it was a trickle of water, the divan on the double bed was broken making the bed super uncomfortable and it’s really not suitable for sleeping on (this urgently needs sorting out) and the property in general needs a good clean - cobwebs/spiders in most of the rooms.

Although in a lovely location, the property would benefit from some general maintenance and repairs.

The double bed was broken and had a poor repair using duct tape. It was not suitable for sleeping on so I slept on the sofa. The plug socket in the double bedroom was insecure and we felt was dangerous to use. Some lightbulbs were broken in the twin room and living room. The patio deck is in poor shape, needing some paint or varnish. We didn’t spend any time out there, even though we had great weather. Some care to the external courtyard would also be more welcoming and offer an inviting place to sit. It appears that “abuse” from past occupants has taken its toll. To conclude: Lovely location, but in need of maintenance and a spruce up.

The property was excellent, lovely comfortable beds, nice furniture, situated perfectly for walking and exploring, lovely balcony and chairs to catch the afternoon and evening sun, well equipped with everything you need, very clean throughout, could just do with a bit of a clean in the corners, skirting boards and windows but that’s just me.

Would we return, yes most definitely, loved it.

A truly lovely week spent at Fell View.

My family and I enjoyed our stay in this beautiful location. The wonderful walks literally from the garden gate were stunning and then returning to the lovely cosy cottage was ideal. I do recommend a torch if walking later in the evening but don’t forget to take in some stargazing on route. The cottage was well equipped and the lounge was very comfortable with beautiful views.

Convenient, comfortable, warm and spacious in a great location.

Fell View was a lovely flat, part of a conversion of a large country house.

Excellent location for seeing the area and a quiet, peaceful spot to relax. Very comfortable, including the sofas and beds. Lovely views from the terrace. Cleaning was generally good but a few points worth note - Inside of the bathroom cupboard was dirty with a grubby recent electric toothbrush ring on the shelf, and lights were festively adorned with cobwebs. There was no welcome pack, a first for us in many years of self catering, and no specialist cleaning products left in respect of the toilet/septic tank, although we were left an empty bottle and clear instruction's ! There were no arrangements in place to change linen in the middle of the fortnight, and when we requested this they didn't turn up on the agreed day. They did apologise and show the next day though after another call.

Lovely place to stay nice balcony lovely gardens, very clean the only issue was the damp smell in the main bedroom but that wouldn’t put us of coming again.

Fantastic apartment, peaceful and well located.

Wonderful to have a balcony and also French doors out to the garden in the master bedroom.

This property was perfect for us, location just a few mins drive from Ambleside where there are a good selection of shops and restaurants.

The property is spacious and very well equipped with everything you need for a self catering holiday. As someone else has also mentioned there is a slight damp smell in wardrobe in the main bedroom but that didn’t worry us we didn’t use it we used the wardrobe and drawers in the second bedroom. Plenty of birds in the garden to watch from the raised decking area, we took a nut feeder with us and hung on the fence by the gate in the garden it didn’t take long for the birds to find it! Fell View was ideal for the 2 of us we had a very enjoyable week based there and exploring the Lake District. We would definitely stay again if returning to the area.

Very comfortable cottage , really enjoyed our stay here.

possibly could do with some more kitchen utensils, also a a lack of info about the cottage there is a lot of switches some with lights on and had no idea what they did. otherwise a very good holiday.

We were really pleased to find everything we needed and more, the beds were super comfy, great kitchen, the balcony is perfect for relaxing.

Everywhere we wanted to go was within easy reach for walking or driving. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and would definitely return for a guaranteed good holiday. Thankyou.

FOR SHARING: This is a traditionally built Lakeland house carved up into 7 holiday flats with plenty of garden space and even a gate from the garden to a footpath through woods.

We saw a tawny owl in those woods several times which was delightful. It was set high up off the road so I felt that my dogs were safe out at the front (shared with one other flat) and even in the beautiful shared gardens too. The area was lovely. FOR PRIVATE SHARING WITH THE OWNERS: The property is damp, as you know, and no amount of air fresheners can mask the smell. The wardrobe and drawers in the main bedroom were lovely and new, but when we put clothes on in the morning they were freezing cold and felt wet. I saw the bug deterrent plug-in and wasn't left wondering why for long. The first morning in bed a small black mite was crawling towards me and no amount of bashing it with my book stopped it's continued movement. i couldn't even drown it in my tea. I had to pour boiling water on it to kill it. The worst was when one was crawling across my pillow. I didn't know what they were - I first thought bed bugs, then ticks but I looked them up and they are black mites that like damp. This made me very uncomfortable in my bed for sleeping. I couldn't relax properly and have come home short of sleep. I think it might help if your cleaners were given extra time to hoover more thoroughly in that bedroom; under the bed, bedside tables and the bed itself. I cannot emphasise how unpleasant it was sleeping in a bed with the occasional mite. I was checking for them all the time and shaking the bedding off before getting in. There wasn't any clean bedding to change that bed at the end of the week either (there was for the single beds). Some hand towels for the bathroom are essential and more tea towels would've been nice for a two- week stay.

Beautiful property, pleasant views from back of property.

Would definitely return. One note for dog owners - the gardens are not fully enclosed if this is important to you

Great location for the Langdale Pikes, located just a few minutes drive from Ambleside.

Property is dog friendly. Lovely modern kitchen and nicely decorated comfortable lounge. Bedrooms and bathrooms are a little chilly in the colder months with night storage heaters in the hall and convection style heaters in the rooms needing to be turned up to the max. Slight damp issues in the cupboard in main bedroom room and a bit of a musty smell. Great dog walk from garden gate up onto fell behind. All in all nicely decorated, very clean, functional property. Ideal in summer months.

A great location for walks without needing the car.

Take the small gate in the front garden into the woodland surrounding the property. Follow the Todd Crag path for beautiful views of Windermere at sunrise. From there you can drop down into Ambleside or walk further north for Loughrigg Fell and Grassmere. The apartment was a welcome retreat. Comfortable living room, well equipped kitchen, cosy bedrooms. The only disappointment was a fairly feeble shower but there is a bath if you prefer. Would definitely return!

Had a fantastic break for a week at Fellview.

Set in such a peaceful, quiet location with lovely garden views and not too far from Ambleside. Exceptionally clean and well presented throughout. We will definitely be back in the future!

Lovely cottage in very quiet area.

Unfortunately (our fault) we arrived after dark so it was difficult to find the actual entrance, the outside lights weren’t that great , but we met someone staying next door who assisted. Comfortable living area, furniture seemed quite new. Extremely well equipped and immaculate kitchen and facilities ( only think missing was a whisk). Lovely decking area over shared garden and some great walks directly from the cottage. Could improve heating in the shower room as towel rail does not heat the room enough. Blinds in bathroom could be updated. Slept well in the comfortable bedroom with lots of storage for clothes. Overall, lovely cottage and would return and recommend.

Lovely holiday but property did smell of damp with main bedroom being the worst so we stored our clothes in second bedroom.

Happy that a airer was supplied so we could dry our walking clothes and coats! Property could do with some TLC and more instructions as there were none apart from how to turn a heater on! Having said all that we still enjoyed our stay and loved the balcony although due to rain we only sat on it twice! All in all a lovely holiday

We very much enjoyed our stay in this great single level apartment which is in a very quiet location but with easy access to Ambleside.

Secure off street parking is also a big bonus. The apartment has a very well equipped kitchen and the master bedroom has a comfortable bed although pillows are a little bit past their best . The enclosed courtyard and the spacious back garden were great for our little dog to be let out in safety for toilet breaks. We visit The Lakes regularly and would happily book this apartment again if it is available. Thanks for a great stay

We really loved the property layout - bungalow with 2 bedrooms, it was the perfect size for us.

happy to find a fully stocked kitchen - choice of mugs, etc (we have stayed places where there are one mug/bowl/glass pp) and the washer/drier got used thanks to lake District weather! There was a little wear and tear esp in main bedroom and bathroom but this is possibly as end of season and wouldn't put us off coming back

Lovely modern cottage.

Very comfortable stay equipped with everything you need and very clean. Lovely balcony off the lounge and patio doors off the bedroom. Only a 5 minute drive into Ambleside where there are plenty of lovely restaurants. Would highly recommend this cottage to for exploring the Lake District.

Lovely cottage with beautiful views.

Even had a baby deer visit the garden. Very comfortable. At the top of a steep drive and not easy to walk into Ambleside as a lot of traffic and no pavements. We got a taxi one day and were unable to get home due to taxis not running. Hawkshead taxis came to the rescue. All new furnishings etc. Only thing let it down was the cleanliness. Maybe not cleaned since last used but kitchen windowsill full of little flies and found moths flying around kitchen each morning and on bread/sugar bag. Despite removing, there were more next day. Large bedroom smelt damp and had mould around door. No heating in large bedroom as electric sockets didn't work. Plenty of cobwebs. Such a shame for a lovely property but easily fixed and didn't let it put me off. Perfect as a base to travel around the beautiful lake district.

We were delighted with Fell cottage.

There was everything we needed and more! It made a perfect setting for a relaxing break. I had chosen the property because of the walk in shower for my elderly sister. As it happened she had a fall and couldn't come. Shower was excellent but I could have done with some sort of hand hold for the step down out. It would just give a bit of security. I held on to door frame but not ideal. Directions to house were good.

Great location, clean and well equipped.

We will definitely book again.