Hillhead

The property is built into the hillside and the living areas are all on the ground floor as you enter the property along with one of the bedrooms and adjacent shower room. A bright and airy lounge opens to a large balcony with beautiful views across the roof tops to Wansfell to the east and Loughrigg and the distant Coniston Fells to the west. Double doors open the lounge up to the family kitchen dining area which includes a reading area with great views and a cosy log burning stove.

On the lower ground floor there are a further three bedrooms, two with ensuite bathrooms and a further family shower room.

The bustling village of Ambleside offers a great selection of local bars, restaurants and cafes along with a great range of local shops many selling local produce. Situated in the heart of the Lake District there are a myriad of walks from the door, follow in the footsteps of William Wordsworth and enjoy an afternoon stroll to Grasmere, the more adventurous might head right out of the door directly onto the footpath to Fairfield Horseshoe, a favourite of many a Lakeland Fell walker, and if you believe a little effort deserves a reward why not watch sunset from the top of the nearby Wansfell!

Accommodation in detail

The front door of Hillhead Cottage opens to a hallway that leads the bright and airy lounge with comfortable sofas set around the coffee table and positioned to take in the best of the views. French doors open to a large balcony with outdoor dining furniture, ideal for an alfresco dinner whilst enjoying the beautiful views to the surrounding fells. Double doors open to the kitchen/dining area and the offer the option of great open plan layout to that really enhances the social feel of this cottage. Fitted shaker style cabinets are accompanied by an electric oven, integrated microwave, gas hob, dish washer and fridge/freezer. The family dining table is a great place to gather as a family for breakfast or in the evening for dinner with friends. A cosy log burning stove and a couple of comfortable armchairs looking out across the beautiful view are a great place to relax with a good book or the morning papers.

Also leading off the hallway from the front door is the first of Hillhead's four bedrooms. This bedroom is a comfortable double room which is ideal for those who do not want to use the stairs. An adjacent shower room offers a shower cubicle, basin and WC.

Heading down the stairs to the lower ground floor there are three more bedrooms. The first is a king size room with ensuite bathroom with bath with shower over, basin and WC. This bedroom also offers a spacious walk in wardrobe and French doors directly onto the garden. The next bedroom is a spacious king size bedroom with ensuite bathroom with bath, basin and WC. Concealed in this bathroom are the laundry facilities (a washer/drier) that is discreetly hidden from view. The final bedroom, with views over the garden is offered either as a luxurious super king or can be split to form two 3ft twin beds (please specify your choice when booking). Across the landing is the final shower room with shower cubicle, basin and WC.

To the rear of the property there are mature gardens that can be accessed either via a flight of steps from the balcony, the French doors from the master bedroom or a small path that winds down beside the house. The garden has high hedges that give excellent privacy and a range of mature trees and shrubs surround a small lawn.

To the front of the property the private driveway can accommodate up to three cars with additional limited on street parking nearby.

Location

Hillhead Cottage enjoys a wonderful location; peacefully secluded a ten minute stroll from the centre of Ambleside. Ambleside village is located on the northern shores of Lake Windermere. The surrounding scenery of Lakeland Fells is dramatic, and lends a stunning backdrop to the Lakeland stone buildings and attractive streets of the village. One of the Lake District's most sophisticated communities, Ambleside village is alive with interesting local businesses, shops and acclaimed Lake District restaurants and pubs.

Larger groups or families will love the freedom this location brings. Stroll to the shops or out for a coffee, then wander to Waterhead Pier to take a cruise on the Lake. Windermere Lake Cruises depart regularly from Waterhead Pier (just outside the village centre) and provide a scenic and car free route to Bowness and Lakeside. A fabulous way for all to explore.

For walking, Ambleside is renowned as a hub for enthusiasts. Numerous famous routes begin close by, and a wide range of strolls take in breath-taking scenery without having to travel too far. Ambleside is well stocked with outdoor shops and route information is widely available.

By night, you'll find plenty to entertain. Catch a film at one of the two cinemas, enjoy a drink on the shores of the lake or sample some of our region's finest dining…all just a stroll from your doorstep! Further afield the A591 winds its way from Ambleside to Grasmere and Keswick, branching off to Coniston and such delights as the Langdale Valley and Hawkshead