The Old Laundry

A compact ground floor apartment in a historic courtyard at Clappersgate within easy walking to the centre of Ambleside.

There are two off-road car parking slots, which is a considerable bonus in this area. The accommodation features a well-equipped living area with excellent and well-maintained cooking facilities, a large Smart TV and good Wi-Fi. There are lots of nice touches and we particularly appreciated the heated drying rack that enabled us to get sporting kit dry overnight. The two en-suite shower rooms are nicely modernised and underfloor heating makes them pleasant to use. The two bedrooms are very compact with the double beds up against two walls, but a clever choice of furniture enables effective use of storage space. For two people spending a lot of time outside during a week's stay, this accommodation was ideal, it could perhaps become a bit cramped for four people stuck inside in poor weather.

We loved our stay at The Old Laundry.

The cottage was cosy and clean and had everything we could need. The location was perfect. A ten minute walk took us into Ambleside and a short drive allowed us to visit lots of beautiful areas. The little garden opposite the property was convenient for our dog. Communication from the owner was detailed and timely. I would definitely stay again and would highly recommend.

Lovely cottage, very well-equipped.

Great location with lovely garden by the river and short walk into Ambleside. Fen, the owner very accommodating and replied to messages quickly. We will definitely return and would highly recommend. Perfect stay.

Fantastic find, will almost certainly book again in the future.

The cottage was easy to find and owners very quick to respond regarding any queries. The location is perfect, a short walk to the town, stones throw from a beautiful little river and garden as well as right on a path to hike to Loughrigg Fell. Everything felt very clean and everything we needed cleaning wise was provided (dishwasher/washing machine tablets), washing up liquid, hoover etc. Would not hesitate to book again and definitely recommend!

We had a lovely stay.

Very well equipped, comfortable and quiet.

Another wonderful holiday staying at the Old Laundry in Clappersgate.

Accommodation was spotlessly clean and very comfortable. Perfectly placed a very short walk from Ambleside. Weather was very hot so lovely to come back to a nice cool cottage after a long walk. Lovely garden overlooking the river. We'll definitely be back.

The Old Laundry is a lovely property.

Well maintained and very comfortable. It is also situated in a beautiful location, within walking distance of Ambleside. This is our 2nd stay and we plan to stay again.

We had a lovely stay at The Old Laundry, perfect base for walks and close to amenities which was beneficial.

Beautifully decorated and cosy in the evenings, loved the underfloor heating in both bathrooms. Parking is also right outside your front door which was helpful. Would definitely recommend to others.

Arrived back home after another wonderful week at the Old Laundry in Clappersgate.

It's our 3rd year staying here and it's a great base for all that is around it, Ambleside, Windermere, Grasmere and Elterwater are all close by. The cottage itself, has everything you need to make it a perfect stay, fully equipped kitchen, comfortable beds and ample parking. We will definitely be back next year to enjoy another pleasant stay at this lovely cottage.

We really enjoyed our stay at The Old Laundry.

It is compact, well-appointed, and has all the amenities and fittings for the two of us and our two small/medium-sized dogs. The temperature dropped this week, and the gas fire was a blessing. We had a query about how to get this going and Fen responded super quick. Parking was straightforward. The location was perfect and was a short walk into Ambleside. And of course, great access to the Langdales, Ullswater, Coniston and Keswick.

This is a lovely cottage located about 10 minutes easy walk from Ambleside.

The Old Laundry has everything you need and is fitted out extremely well. The kitchen was beautifully done with a really big breakfast bar ideal for sitting and enjoying drinks and nibbles! Heated floors in the bathrooms were very much appreciated. 10/10 also to the owner Fen who was extremely helpful. Would definitely stay again.

Would highly recommend ‘ The Old Laundry’ .

It was spacious , really well equipped, warm and comfortable . There was lots of personal touches that added to the character of the property . Ideally located for walking in to Ambleside . Great well kept peaceful enclosed garden leading down to the river . As a dog owner this accommodation was ideal . Also good communication from the property owner made our stay more welcoming .

The cottage was beautiful and the owner very friendly and informative.

Would definitely recommend and would stay here again

We were really happy with the apartment and it was nice to see so many extras provided.

It was very comfortable. The utensils and pans etc. all looked new and everything was spotless. One small issue was when we lit the gas fire, it set off the smoke alarm and there was a smell coming off it. The heating was efffective so didn't use the fire again. Would definitely recommend this property.

Another enjoyable stay at this property.

Everything you need for your stay. Excellent location, easy walk into Ambleside. Used the bus service and car didn't move until we came home.

Fantastic cottage, cosy, very clean and well equipped.

Great location with local amenities within walking distance. Perfect retreat to relax in after a day walking the fells. Would highly recommend.

Second stay at The Old Laundry.

Comfortable cottage with everything you need for your holiday. It was lovely and warm, very relaxing stay. Excellent location, used the bus lots they are very reliable. Easy walk to Ambleside. Would stay again.

We had a lovely week staying at the Old Laundry.

Parking was very tight in the courtyard but glad to have two designated spaces. The bedrooms were small but good to both have en-suite shower rooms. We were pleased to see the good selection of maps for the area. The cottage was very well equipped with everything we needed and immaculately clean.

Spotlessly clean on arrival.

Was good to see basic essentials like tea, coffee etc provided. Property warm and cosy, nice quiet location. Would highly recommend!

The cream house was difficult to see from the road due to the trees.

Lovely cottage in a good location, spotlessly clean and felt like home from home.

Nice that they had a great selection of walking leaflets/books especially for us as we had never visited the Lakes before. Even provided essentials like washing up liquid, dishwasher tablets and washing tablets which I thought was a great touch. The owner contacted us on a couple of occasions to check everything was ok. Overall a fabulous stay.

We had a fantastic stay at the old laundry just what we wanted for the week well placed for what we wanted as well definitely would go again

Very nice place to stay with everything you need.

Clean and comfortable . Owner texted to check we were all happy too

Lovely stay in this little apartment, had everything you need even down to dog towels and bowls.

Only negative was check in time and out !! 4pm to check in in my opinion is far too late to get settled then go out as it’s getting dark at this time of year.also leaving at 9am is absolutely ridiculous as need to be up at the crack of dawn to be organised, this has only been since covid and as covid is not a valid reason anymore I do not understand how this is still supposedly a valid reason. 9 am checkout would stop us using Sykes again for this reason alone. Apart from this small issue had a wonderful stay in this immaculate apartment well equipped apartment.

This is my second stay at the Old Laundry.

Fantastic stay in the cottage, despite getting caught in a snow storm. The cottage itself is on one floor but is large with two decent sized double bedroom each with their own bathroom, I particularly liked the heated flooring in the bathrooms. Facilities Great and well equipped. Location is great as is only a short walk into Ambleside and all the pubs and cafes. Will certainly be back again, wouldn’t stay anywhere else now if visiting Ambleside.

We had a great stay at the old laundry, one of 3 cottages in this small complex that we visit regularly.

However, upon arrival the cottage was not as clean as I would expect in this day and age. Clearly the previous guests had a dog ( and would have been charged extra, usually £30 for what the holiday letting company call extra cleaning !!! ) the sofa, cushions and rug were full of dog hair, the glass on the front door full of dirty muddy marks. We also found a pair of walking socks behind the radiator covered in dog hairs/cobwebs. If you looked up every corner of the cottage had a spider residing in it. The place just did not feel clean. The 1st bedroom had 1 toilet roll and the second had just 8 sheets left on an old roll it also had no hand-wash, no kitchen towel and once the kitchen bin was full we had to go and buy more bin liners because there were none in the cottage. If this was a cheap holiday cottage then I may expect to have to ruff it a bit but this was almost £1,500 originally and we booked it when it was reduced, but we still paid £1,000 for the week. Am I expecting too much? Would I stay there again, probably but only if the other 2 cottages were booked up. Somewhat disappointed.

Realky nice, comfortable interiors with modern fittings and decors.

Beds were comfortable and cosy. Interior room temperature was perfect. Kitchen had all necessary amenities for breakfast and light cooking that we did. The only minor suggestions are - (1) perhaps consider keeping some medium sized bowls in the kitchen for soups and cereals and (2) the overhead shower in the 2nd en-suite bathroom would benefit from clearing the limescale on the shower head. Other than these rest of it was perfect with regards to stay and location for various local attractions and activities. Even our dog loved it.

A fantastic cottage in a lovely quiet courtyard.

The cottage is cosy and warm. Has everything you need. Is is the second time I have stayed there and will certainly be back.

We had a fabulous week in the lakes… the old laundry was amazing, great facilities & would definitely return.

Thank you

Well equipped and quality fittings very comfortable.

No welcome pack and shame about scaffolding otherwise great place and owner very helpful

Been to the old laundry several times, location is perfect for Ambleside, property is clean, comfortable and warm with a beautiful view of the river from the garden (over the road) best place we've stayed in when in Ambleside.

A lovely stay in a cute cozy cottage which is in a lovely quiet position in a gorgeous courtyard, its only a 15 minute walk into Ambleside town or the water where you can take a boat trip to Bowness.

Will definitely be back

Fab property Bedding and beds so comfortable Location is great Owners even contacted to ensure our stay was going well

The showers.

.. The shower room adjoining the bedroom behind the kitchen, clearly the extractor fan had not worked for some time and I complained about the smell and later found 5 full moisture traps hidden under the bed and on top of the wardrobe. More hidden moisture traps and air fresheners in the second bedroom, the adjoining shower had extremely slow drainage and water pooled very fast. We had to stop the water to let it drain during use. The kitchen counter only seats 3 as the 4 stool doesn't actually fit under anything. Kitchen cupboards used as decorative display spaces so I couldn't just unpack shopping.

This property is a lovely clean quiet place, well kept and has everything a family or friends needs to stay a 5 to 10 minute walk from the town centre.

The location of the property was hard to find as just a post code was provided.

It would have been helpful to have more directions as we are not from the area and so using other nearby buildings as a reference wasn't helpful. The property itself was lovely, although it is hard to see how 4 adults could share the property as the bedrooms are a tight squeeze, especially the back bedroom. Other than that no complaints regarding the comfort or cleanliness of the property. The location is great and the layout works.

Very well equipped but missed having a dining table.

A compact holiday property which was ideal for two but only being able to access the double beds from one side would have been an issue if four were staying. Good location with only a fifteen minute walk into Ambleside and a bus stop directly outside.

We had a short family stay at Easter.

The cottage is lovely and as described. Great location nearby Ambleside which is walkable and excellent for visiting main attractions and walks. Place was immaculate and beautifully decorated, a haven at the end of a tiring day. Would highly recommend.

We've had the best time staying at The Old Laundry for a week in February.

The flat is so cosy and well designed plus it has the best equipped kitchen we've ever had in a self-catered. Beautiful slate fireplace, the dining island and heated bathroom floors were particular favourites. We could've easily stayed a month! The location is perfect, easy stroll to Ambleside for shops/walk starts/boats. We only used the car once for the whole trip. Would return and recommend.

Lovely cosy cottage.

Had an amazing new year here with my parents. Great social kitchen for cooking. Location is excellent.

The Old Laundry was everything we could have wished for and more.

The cottage was fully equipped. Perfect location with Ambleside town being a short walk away. I will definitely be visiting again in the future.

Our stay at the Old Laundry was great.

The cottage is so lovely and well equipped. Close to everything that you need. Would definitely recommend

Had a lovely stay at the cottage.

It’s really nicely presented inside with everything you need. Great location for exploring the lakes just 15 mins walk into Ambleside. Would highly recommend. John

The cottage was absolutely gorgeous, one of the best places we've stayed in the Lakes and we would definitely book again.

The location is perfect for walking into Ambleside and well connected for driving elsewhere. The cottage itself was spotlessly clean and cosy, even the dog made himself right at home!

We luv our time in the old Laundry, brilliant location, Fen the owner texts with details and checking all ok, the cottage itself has everything you could need and a great price!

Be back next year again.

Excellent cottage all on 1 level well equipped with quality fittings.

located within easy walking distance to Ambleside with a dog walking area across the road and 2 parking spaces by the cottage. We would go again either early or late in the season to avoid the crowds and the silly prices being asked now for high season..

The Old Laundry accommodation is lovely, the location is spot on highly recommend.

Cottage is very well equipped and in a good location, albeit a mile from the town's facilities.

Only 2 of our planned party of 3 went on the holiday and it was noted that it might feel cramped with more people staying, also parking 2 cars would have been more challenging.

We enjoyed our week in sunny Cumbria.

Cottage is very good base for exploring the area. Good walking and bus route very nearby. Only took car out once. Has everything you could need during your stay and owners very helpful. Lovely river just across road where our dog enjoyed lots of swims.

Flat is in ideal location for exploring the lakes.

This was my second stay. Flat is super comfy and well equipment for a self catering holiday.

A really well kept quality cottage, kitchen and bathrooms especially luxurious.

Perhaps a bit small on seating if there were 4 people but perfect for 2. Really nice touch having dog treats too.

The cottage was superb, the photos online do not do it justice.

We loved the gas/coal effect fire and the stone fireplace with all the wee hidden niknaks. The beds were really comfortable. The kitchen had absolutely everything, so well thought out. Amazing cottage, we would definitely recommend and will definitely go back.

The Covid 19 crisis was handled with professionalism.

We were kept informed of any changes to conditions, given the opportunity to rearrange our dates and kept up to date with restrictions set by the government. The accommodation was fabulous, we were contacted by the owners prior to our holiday to reassure us of all the precautions taken. Thank you to all concerned.

Our stay at the Old Laundry was great.

We appreciated how immaculately the cottage was presented on our arrival. The facilities were top notch and we loved the access to the forest behind the cottage for our dog, too. The owner checked in with us via email prior to, and once during our stay which we thought was a really lovely touch. Would highly recommend as a comfortable and luxurious base that’s perfectly situated for exploring the Lakes!

A beautifully presented, luxurious & cosy cottage - with every need taken care of.

Excellent location for local walks & nice little stroll into Ambleside. Will definitely be back!!!

The old laundry was stunning.

Has everything you need. Beautiful decor, clean and in a fantastic location. Would highly recommmend and will definitely stay again

The Old Laundry is the perfect place to stay and is in the perfect location to explore this beautiful part of the country.

We were the first to stay following the easing of lockdown restrictions and every effort had been made to ensure our comfort and safety. The private riverside garden was beautiful and we spent a lovely week enjoying the local and surrounding areas. Highly recommended.

This place is amazing, perfectly decorated and in the perfect location too!

The cottage was a in a great location and only 15 mins walk to Ambleside.

Was exactly like on the pictures. Will definitely stay again.

The cottage was lovely, my only complaint, is that there wasn’t a toilet roll in either of the bathrooms.

I always bring some as I didn’t expect there to be any spares in the bathrooms. Although I thought there would be one in each of the bathrooms to start with.

Beautiful little cottage, brilliantly clean and really well appointed.

Fantastic location.

The cottage was in a fantastic location, only 10-15 min walk into Ambleside.

The cottage was perfect. It was spotlessly clean and very comfortable. It was well equipped and furnished to a very high standard. The private garden on the waters edge was a delight - perfect on a lovely sunny evening. Would definitely recommend and hope to be back soon.

The cottage was clean and well equipped.

Perfect location to explore Ambleside and lovely walks in the Forest behind the cottage.

The cottage was lovely, it had everything we could need and was in a great position, 15 minute walk from Ambleside which is a great place to go with lots of restaurants and cafes.

The Old Laundry is a beautiful cottage located a short walk away from bustling Ambleside.

It has a private riverside garden too which is just perfect for picnics or your morning coffee. Although the cottage is full of charm with tasteful decor, it also has modern amenities which only add to your comfort.

We were really impressed with the quality of the cottage and its equipment.

The T.V was extremely good, as was the cooking equipment. The cottage is really well situated in the quiet courtyard but very handy for Ambleside. We would definitely stay again.

Cottage even more stunning than expected.

Extremely comfortable. Owner went out of his way to make sure we had a fabulous Christmas. The attention to detail was outstanding.

It was a wonderful place to stay, warm and comfortable.

Everything in the cottage was finished to a very high standard, it was spotlessly clean and the added extras such as the bottle of bubbly and ‘doggy cupboard’ were much appreciated.

Everything had been thought of. Would highly recommend.

The Lake District is just a fantastic location, so much to do and most of it free!

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Had an amazing time!

! We will be returning next year for two weeks. The house was stunning inside and spotless. Can't recommend this property enough. Amazing location we walked to ambleside every morning for coffee which only took 15 minutes. Thanks David and kirstin

The Old Laundry is an amazing Cottage with excellent features.

It has been completed to a very high standard. We had a great stay and felt welcome from the moment we walked through the door. We have booked to stay there again.

The Old Laundry Ambleside,what a fantastic cottage every thing top quality from decor to kitchen appliances everything provided.

Can't wait to return

We loved this cottage, spotlessly clean on arrival and had everything we needed and more.

Very comfortable beds, with nice lounge area and kitchen. Close to Ambleside and plenty of cafes and places to eat. Lots of local dog walks nearby, both flat and hilly. We’ll definitely be returning!

The cottage is very comfortable with all the mod cons you could wish for.

Ideally situated for Ambleside and many walking trails to do. Lots of cafes and restaurants with excellent food.

Really lovely stay in The Old Laundry.

All our needs were met, anything we could've wanted had been thought of from dog bowls in the cupboard to ice cubes waiting in the freezer for us! Would definitely recommend staying at The Old Laundry!

Lovely warm cottage in a great location for walking and generally exploexploring the Lakes.

Just returned from a weeks stay at this beautiful cottage, which is done to a high standard and was extremely clean and presentable it has a real homely feeling about it due to the décor and home comforts provided.

Great location a short walk to Ambleside with local walks and mountain biking nearby. We would highly recommend this wonderful property for its high standard and great location to anyone considering a visit to the Lakes. Mr & Mrs Dalton - Oct 2017

It was our first time visiting the lake district and we could not have picked a better cottage and location than the old laundry at Clappersgate.

An amazingly well equipped home away from home with stunning views and walks all around, we look forward to returning!

A fantastic property with every possible gadget provided for.

Such a lot of care and attention has been put into this property and in a superb location too. A real gem!!

Loved the old laundry.

Spotlessly clean, very cozy. Everything had been thought off & so well equipped. Location also perfect for exploring the lakes. Thoroughly enjoyed our week. Ideally would have preferred a private secure garden - but booked this as loved the pictures. We weren't disappointed. The garden across the road was total bliss! Wish I was still there!

Me, my partner and little boy have just returned from a week away here at the cottage.

We couldn't have asked for more, everything was done to such a high standard, it was extremely clean and comfortable. Location was excellent within a ten minute walk from the lake and from Ambleside town centre. Very sad to leave and come home. We are already looking at booking for next year as we have enjoyed it so much. Would highly recommend a stay here.

Beautiful cottage with everything you could possibly need provided

Great place an ideal for walking into Amberside.

A small village with lots of places to eat and drink

We were totally spoilt with this cottage!

I come every year to Ambleside, sometimes twice a year and this by far has been the best place I have every stayed! A real home from home, all the mod cons you could want, warm, cosy! The location was excellent and we enjoyed the picturesque short walk into Ambleside. Already planning my next visit! My dad thoroughly enjoyed his 60th birthday treat saying it was the best trip he has ever had!

Amazing accommodation, kitted out to a very high spec.

5 mins stroll into Ambleside. A beautiful place to spend Christmas!

The accomodation was absolutely fantastic, great central location, fantastic that it had parking and the facilities within the house were beyond expectations!

Would recommend to anyone!

The cottage was very well fitted out with all home comforts

Had an amazing time in a stunning part of the country and the cottage had everything we needed.

We are now looking to upgrade our kitchen to match!