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High Borrans

Ambleside, Cumbria & The Lake District (Ref. 1042586)

4.6

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  • 2 Guests

  • 1 Bedroom

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets No

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Features

  • Off road parking
  • Pub/shop < 1 mile
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

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52 Customer Review(s)

  • Mandy

    “Beautiful building in a gorgeous location.”

    The apartment is lovely and comfortable with lovely views of Lake Windermere. Could do with a more in depth clean though - we left it cleaner than when we arrived! Nothing major but just little things like cobwebs that had built up over time, cupboard doors had dirty marks and splashes on and mucky fingerprints, toilet was dirty, toothpaste residue on the bathroom sink, skirting boards dusty and dirty, the cutlery was dirty, steps up to the door were very messy - as I said, nothing too major ...

    The apartment is lovely and comfortable with lovely views of Lake Windermere. Could do with a more in depth clean though - we left it cleaner than when we arrived! Nothing major but just little things like cobwebs that had built up over time, cupboard doors had dirty marks and splashes on and mucky fingerprints, toilet was dirty, toothpaste residue on the bathroom sink, skirting boards dusty and dirty, the cutlery was dirty, steps up to the door were very messy - as I said, nothing too major but the quality of the property you would expect more attention to detail. The cleaners could certainly do a better job. A roll of kitchen foil would be a useful addition to the kitchen, as would basics like salt and pepper. No kitchen cleaning spray either. The range of crockery, glassware and utensils though was great - everything we needed. It’s a shame that the outdoor seating and patio area is only for use of the downstairs apartment - would have been nice to sit outside with a view of the lake. On our last day, a man arrived with a wooden table and chairs and put it on the grass at the back of the property so we made use of this on our last evening!! All of that said, we did have a lovely time. We saw some deer right outside the door which was lovely to watch them. We would return but would go for one of the other apartments that has outdoor space and seating area.

    - Mandy, June 2025

Summary

  • First-floor apartment
  • One double bedroom
  • Bathroom with walk in Shower, basin and WC
  • Kitchen
  • Living/dining room with electric fire.
  • Thermostatically controlled heating with electric fire
  • Electric oven and ceramic hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, washer/dryer, dishwasher, TV with Freeview and DVD Player, WiFi
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels included .Private parking for one car
  • Use of communal gardens
  • Sorry, no pets and no smoking
  • Not suitable for infants due to the external stair case and size of bedroom.

The property

A delightful apartment for two with lake views from all main windows and a very pleasant air of comfort ideal for a relaxing holiday.

High Borrans is just a short stroll from the lake shore and will suit couples looking for a quiet retreat in a most convenient location. This first floor apartment forms part of Borrans Court, a Lakeland stone former 'gentleman's residence', set in five acres of wooded grounds with ample room for sitting out on sunny days - there are many varieties of birds, whilst a quiet observer in the evenings may be lucky to see the badgers, deer and rabbits which are frequent visitors. Accommodation: The first floor level is reached via outside steps.

Front door into inner entrance hall with hanging space for coats etc.

The sitting/dining room has two tall windows both with views to the head of Lake Windermere to the south, and westwards to Loughrigg Fell (flat screen TV with freeview, free wi-fi broadband & DVD and video).

There is a stone fireplace - coal-effect electric heater. Door through from sitting room into well-planned modern fitted kitchen with views to the gardens.

Modern bathroom with Walk in Shower, Basin, W/C.

One double bedroom, again with a tall window and lake views. The property is stylishly decorated and furnished throughout, with co-ordinating soft furnishings and quality furniture.

High Borrans has a light and comfortable feel ideal for a relaxing holiday at any time of the year.

Fitted carpets throughout.

Energy efficient thermostatically controlled electric heating. Outside: Private parking for one car.

Communal gardens, garden chairs provided. Note: Sorry not suitable for infants due to external stairs and size of the bedroom.

No room for a cot.

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.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas