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Old Village Shop

Ambleside, Cumbria & The Lake District (Ref. 1041094)

4.7

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  • 2 Guests

  • 1 Bedroom

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets No

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Features

  • Cot available
  • Highchair available
  • Pub/shop < 1 mile
  • Dishwasher
  • Sky TV
  • Broadband / WiFi

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28 Customer Review(s)

  • Jeremy

    “Lovely property in a great location so handy for the centre of Ambleside and with a car park pass so you could safely park your car in the large car park a couple of minutes from the property.”

    The road the property is on is very narrow and double yellow lined so it is slightly problematic when arriving with luggage. The road is also very noisy on occasion. Right opposite a pub and the dustbin wagon woke us very early one morning. There was a big problem with the main TV in the lounge which was described as a Sky/Smart TV meaning you could watch on demand services. We noticed very quickly that there were no streaming capabilities but the very helpful housekeeper had her husband ...

    The road the property is on is very narrow and double yellow lined so it is slightly problematic when arriving with luggage. The road is also very noisy on occasion. Right opposite a pub and the dustbin wagon woke us very early one morning. There was a big problem with the main TV in the lounge which was described as a Sky/Smart TV meaning you could watch on demand services. We noticed very quickly that there were no streaming capabilities but the very helpful housekeeper had her husband visit us on the Saturday morning to attempt to resolve it when it was discovered that not only was it not a Smart TV, it neither had any of the Sky functionality either due to the owner's account issues with Sky. In fairness, the father of the owner did try and resolve the issues but it went from getting a new TV on day 2 to finally getting a Roku streaming stick on day 4. The facilities at the property were very good - no microwave but a double oven, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher etc. The bed linens and towels were of excellent quality but, as some other reviews have mentioned, the sofa is pretty uncomfortable.

    - Jeremy, April 2024

Summary

  • All ground floor
  • One bedroom: 1 x king-size double (can accommodate a cot for an infant) with TV, en-suite bath, separate shower, basin and WC
  • Sitting room with TV.
  • Electric wall fire
  • Electric oven, induction hob, fridge, freezer, wine chiller, washing machine, tumble dryer, Sky TV with Sky Sports, WiFi
  • Cot and highchair are available on request
  • Permit that allows free parking in the main Ambleside car park 200 yards from the cottage in addition to street parking outside cottage
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Short stroll to shop and pub
  • Note: One infant is also welcome.

Awards

The property

Located in the very heart of historic Ambleside, The Old Village Shop is a 5 star Gold Awarded apartment. Spacious yet cosy, it is the perfect mix of traditional character along with contemporary modern living, with all the amenities you could need within walking distance. This large ground floor property is ideal for couples with a sumptuous and spacious bedroom and is incredibly well designed with high quality furnishings and décor. The bedroom can comfortably accommodate a cot for an infant - both cot and high chair are available. Old Village Shop is one of three exceptional properties owned and managed by one family. These three properties; The Old Village Shop, Old Ambleside House, and Rossett Holme - are all located very close to the centre of Ambleside and Visit England graded 4 and 5 star Gold standard, offering very high quality accommodation. All are available for full weeks or short breaks at any time of year. Accommodation in detail The lounge has a large comfy sofa and large Smart TV above a contemporary wall mounted electric fire. Lots of thoughtful touches have been provided which includes a Bluetooth speaker and Sky TV along with Sky Sports. The Old Village Shop really is a great place to relax and enjoy and special break. The large beautifully presented bedroom features a king size bed and Smart TV. The en-suite bathroom is spacious and has a large walk in shower and bath to soak away those aching muscles after a day on the Lakeland Fells. One infant is also welcome and a cot and high chair are available if available when booking This special sleeps 2 property is the perfect base to explore walks right from the door or take a stroll into Ambleside to enjoy a hearty Cumbrian breakfast at one of the many cafes or an evening meal in one of the fine restaurants or pubs with a glass or two of something special and a just a short stroll back to The Old Village Shop. What could be better? The owner has provided a permit that allows free parking in the main Ambleside Car Park just 200 yards from the cottage and additional on street parking is available 24/7 adjacent to the cottage. Location The Old Village Shop is situated in a prime position to enjoy Ambleside. You can stroll into the village for lunch or enjoy one of the many wonderful restaurants for an evening meal. Nearby there are two cinemas not to mention lots of shops, pubs and cafes, making for a fine holiday. Lake Windermere is a twenty minute walk from the cottage and from here you can relax and enjoy a cruise on the lake to Bowness, Lakeside or Wray Castle. A fantastic location not only to make the most of Ambleside, but to also explore all The Lakes have to offer.

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: For any stays over 7 days please contact us for a price

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Off-season
  • Christmas