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Ambleside Cottage
Freshly converted and as stylish as it gets, this Windermere retreat is a stone's throw from the heart of the town for those who want to be close to restaurants, pubs and shops, but still just a twenty-minute walk from the shores of Lake Windermere. The restored 'Victorian gentleman's residence' it's part of is a striking building, tucked away down a quiet, leafy lane and set within mature grounds. Now providing a number of self-contained, quality holiday homes, it's a gorgeous setting that's been modernised keeping the character of the home.Inside your apartment, you'll find an open-plan living space with high windows overlooking the lawn and a log burner for cosy nights in during the winter months. The kitchen is small but perfectly formed, with more than enough equipment for cooking at home during your break, and the elegant, herringbone wood floor adds a timeless charm. Elsewhere, the bedrooms are comfortable and beautifully furnish...
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Set on a riverside estate that was once owned by William Wordsworth’s son, this eco cottage makes for an idyllic break in the Lake District. It’s all about lacing up those hiking boots here with country paths over hills and fells and a riverside walk taking you into Ambleside in twenty minutes. Just beyond the garden, a set of stepping stones take you across the River Rothay and into the land that’s inspired poets for centuries. The cottage itself has some cool eco-credentials – walls crafted from local slate and stone, a water supply fed by borehole and underfloor heating and a wood-burning stove providing the warmth. The curved facade has been designed to blend into the surrounding fells. Floor-to-ceiling windows in the open-plan living area and bedrooms invite the trees and fields inside and at the end of the day, an egg-shaped soaking tub is ready to soothe tired muscles in the master ensuite. The real bonus here is the patio, surro...
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This contemporary home is a quiet and cosy base in the Lake District. It’s less than a three-minute walk from the shops and restaurants of Windermere Village, and there are excellent walking routes straight from the doorstep. From here, you can easily explore the Lakeland Fells and take in the beauty of the Lakes. There’s a petite patio at the front of the home, where you can sip your morning cuppa as you plan your day. *You’ll be given a parking permit for one car, which can be used on several roads close to the home. Windermere train station is a ten-minute walk and there are buses here too. *One of the bedrooms can be set up with twin beds instead of a king if preferred – just let your host know when you book. *There’s a laptop-friendly workspace here for those working during their stay. Balcony / PatioBathtubCarbon Monoxide DetectorCentral HeatingChild FriendlyCoffee MakerDeskDishwasherExtra Pillows and BlanketsFire ExtinguisherF...