Jane's Cottage | Ambleside | Sunny Brow | The Lake District And Cumbria

4.5★

2 Guests
1 Bedroom
1 Bathroom
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

30 Customer Review(s)

Susan
October 2024

“Retired couple with dog.”

We had a great visit to Jane's cottage, loved the situation, cottage spacious and suited us well. Owners friendly and helpful. Track was no issue in our regular car, just approach sensibly. Lovely walk to Tarn How and back via Hawkshead Hill, and Baptist Church with Poustinia in garden. Also Wray castle within walking distance via footpaths. The Dinky map of Hawkshead at the property was a real bonus as Janes cottage is on the fold or crease of the Explorer & Landranger OS maps. The drive over ...

We had a great visit to Jane's cottage, loved the situation, cottage spacious and suited us well. Owners friendly and helpful. Track was no issue in our regular car, just approach sensibly. Lovely walk to Tarn How and back via Hawkshead Hill, and Baptist Church with Poustinia in garden. Also Wray castle within walking distance via footpaths. The Dinky map of Hawkshead at the property was a real bonus as Janes cottage is on the fold or crease of the Explorer & Landranger OS maps. The drive over Hardknott pass was amazing, walked up to Roman Fort & had great view of Scawfell. It was a particularly sunny, clear day, so fitted in a trip to the, vast, beach at Drigg, great for dogs and owners alike.

- Susan, October 2024
Liam September 2024

“Inside Jane’s cottage was fine and good quality fitting, extremely clean, just one cereal dish.”

The washing machine was inaccessible unless you had a machete, and the dryer was broken. All down to a rear garden completely overgrown. The front garden needed maintenance too, weeds. The driveway we navigated safely but it was a too risky really, one mis judgement and you have damaged your car on large pot holes. Completely avoidable, FILL THEM IN with stones, holidays are supposed to be relaxing, that drive was tense. The advert says have a 4by4, when I enquired through the chat if necessary, it wasn’t, but I think it is.

- Liam, September 2024
Rp August 2024

“There is nothing wrong with the cottage itself.”

It is very spacious, there is a beautiful kitchen with everything you need, and the bathroom is spacious. A wide range of DVDs was really nice. The cottage is beautifully situated in the fields where you can see deer walking from the couch in the evening light. but the road to get there had very deep holes that our car (Volvo V90) hit the ground several times. These holes could have easily been filled with a few wheelbarrows of gravel. The path to the laundry room was a jungle of nettles and brambles, the dryer did not dry. Then there was no one to receive us, the key was just in the door. There was someone living in a house next to our accommodation. This woman did not even say hello to us and seemed to run away every time we saw her. It made us feel unwelcome. the yard and the area around the building were an unnecessary mess, the whole thing gave a deserted look.

- Rp, August 2024

Thank you for taking the time to leave feedback. We take all comments on board, and they will be passed on to the relevant teams. The Lakelovers Owner Relations Team Property Owner
Joshua June 2024

“Absolutely loved janes cottage!”

We found the cottage so charming, from the stone work and thick curved walls, to the window chairs, mezzanine bedroom and japanese bath tub, an excellant small but spacious cottage. All the facilities you would need. The location is charming, rustic and peaceful. Along with a super comfy bed the area is so quiet on a night, it was the best sleep l have had in a long time. Loved the swallows in the farmhouse courtyard swooping in and out of the stable buildings. Situated so close to so many beautiful places and small villages, the perfect holiday stay in the lakes. We had a brilliant holiday, our time there will remain a happy memory forever.

- Joshua, June 2024
Angela June 2024

“We absolutely loved Jane's Cottage.”

Very tranquil and relaxing. We will certainly be visiting again.

- Angela, June 2024
Alexander May 2024

“Loved the rural location and being on a farm.”

Accommodation was quirky and plenty of room for a week for a couple and a dog. Only a short drive to excellent walks and towns but heed the warning about the driveway as you do need good clearance on the bumpy driveway. One negative- the pillows were absolutely criminal so would strongly recommend bringing your own or pre booking your appointment at the chiropractors for your return home.

- Alexander, May 2024

Thank you for leaving your feedback. We are pleased to see that you had an enjoyable stay. We do find that pillows are down to personal preferences but we take all comments on board. Thank you- The Lakelovers Owner Relations Team Property Owner
S December 2023

“Love Jane’s cottage 5th visit .”

A perfect getaway. Comfortable, clean and has everything you need . Hosts friendly and provided logs for the fire and Christmas goodies .

- S, December 2023
Julie October 2023

“Had a great stay.”

The cottage was amazing , very clean and comfortable and offered everything you could of needed and more, my favourite being the Japanese bath tub. Overall it was a very relaxing holiday and the surrounding area was lovely. Very peaceful. I would highly recommend

- Julie, October 2023
David September 2023

“There is no washer dryer.”

- David, September 2023

Thank you for your feedback. We are sorry to read that you were unable to find the washer drier which is located below the cottage and accessed through the lower garden. Had you contacted us during your stay, we could have directed you to it. Lakelovers owner relations team. Property Owner
Jacqueline September 2023

“So this was a difficult one for us to rate as the cottage and the owner were fantastic.”

The cottage was done to a very high spec and the owner was so helpful. We hadn’t anticipated how difficult it would be to find it as the postcode just took us to the general area luckily we found a local who directed us. Then the drive to the property although it did state on the details it was a rough drive we wasn’t anticipating how bad it actually was. The setting of the cottage was beautiful but not near anything and the walk into Hawkshead was as stated only a mile but that mile was along a busy road with no paths. It said on the listing it had a back and front garden with patio furniture this was not the case there was no back garden there was just a small area at the front with chairs but it was a bit scruffy. Also on the listing it said there was a washer/dryer I couldn’t find it. Lakes lovers need to get there description right and let people know how remote this place is if your looking for a week just doing nothing this is the place for you but it you need to be getting out and about you need to be aware of where it is how bad the drive is please don’t use a small car you need a steady vehicle and be ready to be having to drive to most places as nothing is in easy reach. Thankyou Lisa for making us so welcome you made our stay much more enjoyable.

- Jacqueline, September 2023

Thank you for your feedback. We take all comments on board, and we will take a look at the listing to ensure that it is correct. The Lakelovers Owner Relations Team Property Owner
Derek August 2023

“This was our fifth trip to the lakes.”

Always around this area and this has been our favourite cottage so far. Make sure your car has reasonable ground clearance for the top of the drive but otherwise only good things to say about Janes Cottage. Thank you for giving us such a lovely experience.

- Derek, August 2023
Clare February 2023

“Lovely warm welcoming property.”

Very comfortable bed and lots of seating choices in the living area. The owner was friendly, helpful and discreet. I would highly recommend this cottage.

- Clare, February 2023
Robert August 2022

“Superb location.”

Interior of the cottage is beautiful. Adore the Japanese bath. It is so nice we have already booked for next year.

- Robert, August 2022
Hannie July 2022

“The cottage is in a beautiful area.”

Inside it looks neat. All you need is there. Good bed, good bathroom and a spacious room. We did’n like the driveway to the cottage. You have to drive very carefully so as not to damage your car. We also did not like the place to sit outside. In front of the cottage is a terrace, located in the courtyard. We found it very messy there. In short, we think it's a good cottage inside, but we don't think this place is very suitable for sitting outside.

- Hannie, July 2022
Damon July 2022

“The inside of the property was great.”

Very clean and tidy and well designed. However the garden described in the advert was completely overgrown which wasn’t great for the dogs and the area around the cottage was messy. We also only had one toilet roll left for 5 days and the lane to the property was extremely rough, only suitable for a 4x4.

- Damon, July 2022
Patrick April 2022

“We absolutely loved our week away.”

It was the remote cottage we were looking for. It was clean, cosy and had everything we needed. The only thing to say is it is up a very bumpy lane and it wasn't that suitable for our low car. It just required some very careful driving up and down the lane each day. Overall it was superb and we'd definitely stay again.

- Patrick, April 2022
Hernando February 2022

“This place is AMAZING!”

!! Super friendly hosts and the cottage is way bigger than it looks in the pictures!

- Hernando, February 2022
Helen February 2022

“Excellent location, perfect cottage, enjoyed our stay.”

Thank You

- Helen, February 2022
Jeremy January 2022

“We loved our stay with you, we felt very comfortable and enjoyed being on your working farm.”

Thank you for the fresh eggs and logs during our stay. The location was so good for us and was a complete getaway. We enjoyed visiting the National Trust properties and walks along the lake.

- Jeremy, January 2022
Matthew December 2021

“Spacious and cute cottage situated a short drive from the lovely village of Ambleside.”

Bathroom is lovely with the underfloor heating and the deep bath is a great touch after a long day out walking. The bed is exceptionally comfortable, despite the restricted headroom upstairs. The range fire worked perfectly to keep us warm, with good instructions and a nice supply of wood. Although we would have preferred the seating to have been layed out a little differently so as to make more use of feeling cosy around the fire. We would definitely stay again.

- Matthew, December 2021
S December 2021

“Third visit .”

Lovely and relaxing as usual Hosts very helpful and friendly.

- S, December 2021
Russell November 2021

“Such a lovely place, a really beautiful cottage.”

The woodburner on made it so cosy.The owner was very friendly and nothing too much trouble. A fantastic place to enjoy the lakes.

- Russell, November 2021
Cashel November 2021

“A lovely cottage!”

Spacious and clean with great facilities and attention to detail.

- Cashel, November 2021
Kevan November 2021

“The cottage was excellent.”

Very comfortable, the cottage was very clean and spacious. We were made very welcome. Would definitely visit again and would highly recommend

- Kevan, November 2021
Richard July 2021

“We loved everything about our stay at Jane's Cottage.”

The host family were very welcoming and helpful. The cottage itself was beautifully decorated and prepared. The farm and cottage were ideal for my wife and myself as we enjoyed a relaxing week in the Lake District. We enjoyed staying on a working farm, and loved seeing the ducks, chickens, horses, sheep and goats. The location of Jane's Cottage is excellent if you wish to be able to travel easily to many of the local attractions and to stay away from the busy crowds. Thank you for a lovely stay.

- Richard, July 2021
Jane May 2021

“Wonderful cottage, surrounded by lovely views of the hills.”

Really warm and cosy inside. The farm animals are a lovely bonus, great to get fantastic fresh barn eggs on request. The Outgate Inn is about a 15 minute walk from the farm. The village of Hawkshead a bit further, 30 minutes or so. Lots of great walks on the doorstep. The Owners are very friendly and helpful, we’ll be back

- Jane, May 2021
D April 2021

“The fridge and all the pots and pans were dirty and had to be cleaned before they could be used.”

This did not inspire confidence in Covid times. The drive was in very poor repair and had to be navigated extremely carefully to avoid damage to the car. Several things were not as described i.e the TV wasn't a Smart TV, the tumble dryer was broken, there was only garden funiture in the front yard and that was functional rather than luxury. The property is comfortable but far from the stated luxury. The location of the property is good and the people nice.

- D, April 2021
Bina April 2021

“This is a fantastic little (big for two) cottage on a working farm off the beaten track.”

Perfect for 'getting away from it all' but just a mile walk from Hawkshead. The facilities are all there and the Esse range well stocked for cooler nights. Owners very friendly and you can get involved with feeding the animals or not as you wish. Can't fault it and was a much needed short break away from 'the madding crowds'!

- Bina, April 2021
Miss Dennison Dec 2019

“A wonderful oasis with superb views and walks from the door.”

Just perfect!

- Miss Dennison, Dec 2019
Scott Dec 2019

“We had a wonderful holiday in this lovely farm-based cottage.”

It has everything you need and is ideally situated near Hawkshead, Ambleside and Windermere. It was beautifully decorated and very cosy - shame it wasn’t quite cold enough to light the fire!

- Scott, Dec 2019

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Summary

One bedroom: 1 x mezzanine double
Bathroom with Japenese deep-set bath, wet room shower, basin and WC
Open plan living space with kitchen, dining and sitting area with woodburning stove.
Gas central heating
Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher
Washer and drier located below cottage, accessed through lower garden
AppleTV, WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Travel cot and highchair available on request
Off-road parking for one car
Secure bike storage
Patio with furniture
One well-behaved pet welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Please note: a 4x4 vehicle is recommended to access this property
Note: The walk to Hawkshead, whilst only a mile away, is via a busy road with no paths

The property

'Jane's Cottage' makes a beautiful getaway for two in the heart of the countryside.

On a working farm you can get a true feel of being part of the farming community.

The farm is part of environmental stewardship schemes and prioritises nurturing local wildlife alongside its farming activities.

There are plenty of walks from the door, Hawkshead village is only a mile away, where you will find boutique shops, bars and at Far Sawrey, Hill Top, once home to Beatrix Potter. Accommodation: Enter through the courtyard, onto the patio with garden furniture and through the front door into the property.

The kitchen is on the right with a breakfast bar, the open plan living is great for the two of you to relax and unwind.

Keep warm by dining next to the esse log burner, with the comfy seating and Apple TV.

Enjoy the beautiful views from the lounge over the front garden and to the rolling fells beyond.

The bathroom is off the lounge at the bottom of the wooden open plan stairs which take you up to the mezzanine bedroom in the cedars of the loft.

The bathroom is home to a Japanese deep-set bath (not advised for the physically challenged) with two seats and a wet room shower on a mosaic floor with wc and basin. Outside: Janes Cottage is set on a working farm with sheep and horses.

The property over looks the courtyard where these can be regularly seen.

Outdoor furniture is provided on the upper patio.

Parking to the front of the property.

Bike storage is available.

Please note that due to access a 4x4 vehicle is recommended.

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.

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Reviews & Ratings

“Retired couple with dog.”

“Inside Jane’s cottage was fine and good quality fitting, extremely clean, just one cereal dish.”

“There is nothing wrong with the cottage itself.”

“Absolutely loved janes cottage!”

“We absolutely loved Jane's Cottage.”

“Loved the rural location and being on a farm.”

“Love Jane’s cottage 5th visit .”

“Had a great stay.”

“There is no washer dryer.”

“So this was a difficult one for us to rate as the cottage and the owner were fantastic.”

“This was our fifth trip to the lakes.”

“Lovely warm welcoming property.”

“Superb location.”

“The cottage is in a beautiful area.”

“The inside of the property was great.”

“We absolutely loved our week away.”

“This place is AMAZING!”

“Excellent location, perfect cottage, enjoyed our stay.”

“We loved our stay with you, we felt very comfortable and enjoyed being on your working farm.”

“Spacious and cute cottage situated a short drive from the lovely village of Ambleside.”

“Third visit .”

“Such a lovely place, a really beautiful cottage.”

“A lovely cottage!”

“The cottage was excellent.”

“We loved everything about our stay at Jane's Cottage.”

“Wonderful cottage, surrounded by lovely views of the hills.”

“The fridge and all the pots and pans were dirty and had to be cleaned before they could be used.”

“This is a fantastic little (big for two) cottage on a working farm off the beaten track.”

“A wonderful oasis with superb views and walks from the door.”

“We had a wonderful holiday in this lovely farm-based cottage.”

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About the location

AMBLESIDE