Keldas

4.6★

4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Pets No
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Features

Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

18 Customer Review(s)

Roseann
October 2023

“Lovely house, well situated no car needed all week.”

Everything we needed was in the house. Will definitely use it again.

Everything we needed was in the house. Will definitely use it again.

- Roseann, October 2023
Julia September 2023

“Keldas was fantastic, perfect location in the middle of Ambleside and a lovely clean and comfortable property.”

Only real complaint was with the TV - very old and no Smart apps, just the good old aerial, so even though armed with my iPlayer and Netflix login could not watch the films we had saved up for our week away!

- Julia, September 2023

Hi thank for you for your really positive comments. Just want to share that we have changed the tv to a new smart tv. Property Owner
Aaron April 2023

“A hidden gem.”

Very good!

- Aaron, April 2023

Thank you for your kind comments, we are glad to hear that you enjoyed your stay. We hope to welcome you back. Property Owner
Paul February 2023

“Lovely modern and well equipped cottage in central location.”

- Paul, February 2023

Thank you for your kind comments. It is lovely to see that you enjoyed your stay. We hope to welcome you back. Property Owner
Lesley December 2022

“Keldas is a very nice property in a great situation however a few issues need to be addressed Coir mats at front door need to be secured in place Glass bathroom shelf not secured Seal on bathroom shower leaking - had to mop up water daily Bathroom shower attachment - hose not long enough TV - time for an upgrade?”

No instructions for gas fire No table lamps for ambience in lounge Frying pan and kitchen door handles dirty 4 guests staying - only 3 breakfast bowls, no small tumbler glasses for spirits

- Lesley, December 2022

Thank you for your feedback. We take all feedback on board, and we will look into the issues raised. We hope to welcome you back to the Lake District again. Property Owner
Catherine November 2022

“The toaster needs replacing as it is quite precarious- let's say we tested the ...”

The toaster needs replacing as it is quite precarious- let's say we tested the smoke alarm and for what we paid I thought the "welcome" pack" was very sparce but otherwise it was warm, comfortable, convenient location and a pleasure to stay in

- Catherine, November 2022
Jennifer October 2022

“We absolutely loved the property Keldas.”

Modern, spacious, minimal and clean with everything we needed. We would definitely stay here again. The only issue we had was that on our arrival, the on street parking permit was out of date! It had expired a few weeks previously on 27/9/22. I called immediately to report this and was told very matter of factly, to park in one of the town car parks with the other permit instead. Not exactly ideal! This was extremely annoying and I didn’t really feel the person I spoke to on the phone appreciated how inconvenient this was and she wasn’t very apologetic.

- Jennifer, October 2022
Colin August 2022

“The house was lovely, in a perfect location, and everything has clearly been done to high standard.”

- Colin, August 2022
Joel August 2022

“All in all not bad at all has everything you need and kept presentable in a good condition as a recent refurb.”

Close to all amenities and perfect for nipping out for essentials within walking distance. Would stay again... but on the following being rectified. Everyone keeps stating in the reviews that there was an issue with the master bed. Proprietors have replied saying it's the slats and it's sorted... its not. The bed is massively uncomfortable and the quality of the mattress is awful. The two single beds were so much comfier. 1. Bed needs to be replaced with a divan or something higher with a decent base. 2. New mattress and pillows... definately. 3. Use Super King Duvets on King and King on Doubles for a more comfortable sleep when more than one person in the bed. Parking is a nightmare to get outside the property and the business owners/residents keep coming out as someone moves a car to move their car down in between the spaces to park awkwardly as to 'save a space'. However you can use the Carpark about 10 minutes walk away at Heart of the Lakes offices for free with the parking permit you get.

- Joel, August 2022

Hi the master bed mattress and pillows have all been replaced. Property Owner
Maria July 2022

“A lovely property in a great central location yet very quiet.”

Appreciated having a downstairs shower room as well as main bathroom. Liked the clean lines of the decor and that house was beautifully clean. Would definitely book this property again. Only small downside was tv wasn’t easy to operate.

- Maria, July 2022
Shaun May 2022

“A beautiful cottage, nicely furnished.”

We loved it, thank you. We had a small issue with it having a lot of moths …. No windows were open but I wonder if they were while decorating before we arrived.

- Shaun, May 2022
Rebecca March 2022

“Great location, didn't need to use the car at all.”

Nice spacious and clean property, basic but functional and looks like it has recently been done up. Some decent fixtures such as a great shower but let down by the saggy mattresses. A good night's sleep is key and despite bed hopping this wasnt possible. Loved the cottage though apart from that one thing which could be easily fixed.

- Rebecca, March 2022

We are glad you enjoyed your stay. We have recently redecorated the whole house.On investigating your comments in relation to the mattress we found that a number of the support slats had fallen out of place.These have been put back and the position resolved.Many thanks.Paul Property Owner
Rachael February 2022

“Another fantastic stay at Keldas fantastic cottage with everything you could possibly need.”

Our only bug bear which is something out of the owners control is the parking situation on the road outside. We only managed to park on one occasion during our stay. We noticed the guy from the slate workshop opposite walking up and down the road checking permits and counted a total of four of his cars parked on the road. I understand priority should be given to residents but felt four cars was excessive and also felt watched when we did manage to park as the minute we moved he parked another car on the road. I’m not sure whether the cottage owners have to pay for the road permit but just felt it unfair. It won’t deter us from returning but wanted to make you aware.

- Rachael, February 2022
Vicky December 2021

“Beautifully renovated old terraced property in Ambleside, perfect for a small family, very comfortable stay, and easy out of hours key collection from Heart of the Lakes.”

- Vicky, December 2021
Paul November 2021

“Had a fantastic holiday in this property great location everything you need in ...”

Had a fantastic holiday in this property great location everything you need in the property, loved the heated bathroom floors on cold mornings, would definitely recommend thank you

- Paul, November 2021
Justin September 2021

“The cottage was ideal but the combination of Sykes and Heart of the Lakes is a poor one.”

We were given a parking permit that expired on day one of our holiday which is sloppy and shows a lack of care. When I phoned to point this out I could only get through to Sykes in Chester and despite being given a case reference and me calling again nothing was done about this. When we mentioned this to Heart of the Lakes on returning the key they denied all knowledge of our problem and we’re very uninterested. Poor customer service...

- Justin, September 2021
Julian September 2021

“I would certainly see if this cottage was available when planning a trip to Ambleside in the future.”

Very convenient for everything

- Julian, September 2021
Maggie June 2021

“Parking is difficult in Ambleside.”

There were so spaces outside the cottage and it was sometimes difficult to find a space in the allocated car parks

- Maggie, June 2021

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Summary

Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x twin (zip/link, can be double on request)
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
Ground-floor shower room with shower, basin and WC
Kitchen
Living/dining room with gas fire
Gas central heating with gas fire
Electric double oven and ceramic hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, Smart TV, WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Travel cot and highchair available on request
Patio with furniture
Parking permit for 1 car in the local public car park
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Shop and pub 0.1 miles

The property

Keldas, in the heart of Ambleside village, takes its name from a lesser known but picturesque minor summit in the Ullswater Valley. The cottage is set in a side lane with all village amenites right on your doorstep. It has been completely renovated internally to provide, what we think, is exceptional accommodation and perfect for a holiday in any season. Guests will enjoy the local area without any need to use the car on a daily basis - make the most of walks for all ages and abilities, take an easy stroll to the lake for cruises and boat hire, sample the excellent cinema and places to eat as well as the lively, welcoming pubs and varied outdoor activities. Accommodation: Inner entrance porch leading through to the open plan and spacious living/dining room with wall mounted feature gas fire, smart TV and Wi-fi. Double width glass doors to the rear outdoor space. Open access from the living room into the smart fitted, galley kitchen with granite worktops. This in turn leads through to the rear shower room (large shower cubicle, wc and hand basin). There are two very comfortable bedrooms upstairs - one with king-size bed to the front of the cottage and a twin or zip/link on request, to the rear. The main house bathroom is on the half landing and has bath with shower over, basin and wc.The owners have furnished the property with style, ensuring a high degree of comfort and with every thought for your holiday enjoyment. The stairs and upper floor have fitted carpets. Downstairs is finished with oak flooring throughout the living area. Parking permit available for use in local car parks. Small rear patio with room to sit outside. Ambleside village centre 50 yards.

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.

Please note zip & link bed is made as a twin should you wish to be a super king please call the call centre to arrange.

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Ambleside, Cumbria & The Lake District (Ref. 1043149)

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Reviews & Ratings

“Lovely house, well situated no car needed all week.”

“Keldas was fantastic, perfect location in the middle of Ambleside and a lovely clean and comfortable property.”

“A hidden gem.”

“Lovely modern and well equipped cottage in central location.”

“The toaster needs replacing as it is quite precarious- let's say we tested the ...”

“We absolutely loved the property Keldas.”

“The house was lovely, in a perfect location, and everything has clearly been done to high standard.”

“All in all not bad at all has everything you need and kept presentable in a good condition as a recent refurb.”

“A lovely property in a great central location yet very quiet.”

“A beautiful cottage, nicely furnished.”

“Great location, didn't need to use the car at all.”

“Another fantastic stay at Keldas fantastic cottage with everything you could possibly need.”

“Beautifully renovated old terraced property in Ambleside, perfect for a small family, very comfortable stay, and easy out of hours key collection from Heart of the Lakes.”

“Had a fantastic holiday in this property great location everything you need in ...”

“The cottage was ideal but the combination of Sykes and Heart of the Lakes is a poor one.”

“I would certainly see if this cottage was available when planning a trip to Ambleside in the future.”

“Parking is difficult in Ambleside.”

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The property

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About the location

AMBLESIDE