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4 Guests
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2 Bedrooms
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1 Bathroom
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Pets No
Features
- Open fire
- Garden / Patio
- Highchair available
- Pub/shop < 1 mile
- Washing machine
- Broadband / WiFi
Reviews & Ratings
19 Customer Reviews
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"We had a lovely week at Sunset Cottage."
It's location is perfect and having a parking space outside was a huge bonus ( our car is a huge VW Sharan and fit easily). It is a very short stroll into the heart of the village with all of the amenities Ambleside has to offer.The cottage is comfortably furnished and we found it to be warm and cosy in the sub zero weather we had. Though we didn't use it we could see that the pretty courtyard garden would be a nice place to sit out on warmer days. Other reviewers have commented on the small size of the kitchen, we found it to be exactly as advertised and well thought out. We had no problem cooking meals, though any more than 2 people in it at a time would definitely be impossible! There are many books, DVDs and games to keep you entertained if you don't fancy venturing out on an evening. We had a fantastic stay and would happily return to Sunset Cottage in the future
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"Lovely cottage to stay in, close to all amenities."
Comfortable enough after a long day out walking but some of the furnishings are tired looking such as the cushions, sofa, shower curtain and kitchen utensils. But overall a perfect location for us.
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"A very cosy, traditional cottage in the centre of Ambleside."
Parking for 1 car outside the front door. Extremely quiet location. Small rear garden is a bonus. Accommodation was clean and compact. The loft twin room has limited headroom (not great for my 5'10" daughter) and has no door but was warm and had comfy beds. The 1st floor double bedroom was spacious and the bed was extremely comfy. Lovely view of Loughrigg from the window. Lounge was cosy with a gas fire and 2x two seater leather sofas, a dining table and access to a very handy understairs laundry cupboard. Washing machine and tumble dryer were easy to use. The kitchen was small but had everything needed for cooking. The underfloor heating was in here only and was set at 16° but this was too low as the kitchen was always cold. A mild heat could be felt on the floor by the sink. Bathroom was airy, clean and warm as it housed the water tank and gas boiler. Shower was powerful and the bath was a much need bonus after a day on the fells. There is a separate lockable bike store if needed. Loads of books, games, jigsaws and dad's. The only negatives were the cold kitchen and that there were no curtains on the kitchen door or window and on the landing window (this had a net curtain with clear glass!!) I like privacy so stuck kitchen roll over the kitchen door widow and used tea towels on the landing window. We are already planning to return next summer. Overall we give the cottage 8/10
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"Really great location!"
A couple of minutes walk from the town centre and the cinema. It also has a car park space which is very convenient. However some things to note - The toilet is a bit dodgy as it takes a while to flush. The shower curtains need replacing as they have mould at the bottom. Some of the pots and pans need replacing too as they are unusable. Otherwise a very cosy home with a convenient location!
Thank you for taking the time to leave your feedback. We are pleased that you enjoyed your stay. We take all comments on board, and they will be passed on to the relevant teams. Thank you The Lakelovers Owner Relations Team Property Owner
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"Very comfortable."
Great location with parking. Nice little garden. Handy to have washing machine and dryer.
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"We had a great stay, was helped by great weather."
Think as the top floor does not have a door only suitable for family. Not two couples. The house is ideally situated for shops and restaurants. Also so many walks from the house. What could be improved, better sofa’s .
Thank you for your feedback. We are glad that you enjoyed the property and all the local area has to offer. Lakelovers Owner Team Property Owner
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"Sunset cottage was lovely and cosy, especially for a winter stay."
The only thing we missed was advice about where to put our rubbish, but fortunately we were able to ask a neighbour about which bin to use.
Thank you for your feedback. We are pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay. We take all comments on board. The Lakelovers Owner Relations Team Property Owner
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"The cottage was very warm & cosy, the only area that wasn't was the kitchen which had no heating but as we only had breakfast it was not really a problem."
The kitchen could do with being decorated & some refurbing of the units plus the dining table needed replacing or repainted. All in all it was what we were looking for & in the right location to get to the bus station & other areas of Ambleside ,
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"Lovely warm comfortable cottage in good location with very convenient parking"
Thank you for your kind words we are so pleased you found the property warm and comfortable. Property Owner
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"This was a lovely cosy cottage well equipped with all facilities."
The parking was perfect and the cottage well stocked with dvds and games. The views were stupendous and the beds very comfortable. The kitchen is small but has everything you need. There were a few little problems for example the under floor heating did not work and the parking permit was out of date, although we did not need it on this occasion. One thing I would mention was the grimy state of the kitchen utensils such as cutlery and egg whisk etc. we had to wash everything, however this did not detract from our holiday and we would love to stay again! Thank you
I have only just reviewed this and apologies for the challenges you met on your holiday. The underfloor heating needs to be switched on at the main switch and there is a booklet. You could have notified heart of the lakes-and they would have popped in and helped show you how to use this correctly. I will also check with maintenance if its broken, but housekeeping would have checked this was functioning well before your visit. I am very sad to hear about the cleanliness and as the owner we will ask our agents Heart of The Lake to double check all has been cleaned thoroughly for future. It is disappointing and unacceptable to us to hear that you found utensils grimy. I certainly would also be unhappy to find this. Do let us know when you visit again as we will ensure you have a welcome drink on us waiting for you! Best wishes the owners! Property Owner
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"Really handy property for walks, supermarkets and food outlets."
Great for hot weather in cool stone building, private garden with mountain views. Minor maintenance was dealt with promptly. Private parking a bonus in a busy town centre. John
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"Pans not clean and need replacing."
Keys difficult to get should be in security box at Cottage. Garden very overgrown and Cottage generally tired. Kitchen description of neat was misleading as it was extremely tiny couldn’t possibly cook a meal. Definitely not suitable for four people.
Thanks for you feedback. We are sorry to hear that Sunset did not meet your expectations. We are always open to objective feedback which enables use to improve the experience for other guests. Would appreciate if you contact HoL directly and elaborate on the difficulty collecting keys. Keys are always available for collection on the day of arrival from the HoL offices in Ambleside. We are not aware of any difficulties in this process. With regards to the kitchen in our opinion Sunset Cottage is shown in an accurate representation on the website, the pictures do show the size of the kitchen and it is described as "neat fitting". It is disappointing that you felt unable to cook a meal in the kitchen. As a family we have enjoyed many meals prepared in this kitchen including Sunday roast. We will address the issue of the pans with HoL directly. Again, Thanks for your feedback. The Owner. Property Owner
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"Kitchen was even smaller than imagined."
Not enough room for two people. Barely enough room to make a sandwich in fact. Upstairs room had no door, no good for staying with friends, and i hit my head on the ceiling every time i went up there. Location was good. Comfortable place to be. Not accurately represented in the advert in my opinion. For some people this will be an ideal base for a holiday. We found it a bit wanting.
Thank you for your feedback. We agree this cottage is in a good location and is a very comfortable property for guests to enjoy their stay however in our opinion Sunset Cottage is shown in an accurate representation on our website. We have never had complaints regarding the size of the kitchen and find most families are able to make a great meal together at this property. The pictures do show the size of the kitchen and it is described as "neat fitting". The bedroom upstairs is described as "open" and as a country cottage, ceiling heights can be quite low. We will investigate and ask guests to be careful in the future. All of this information can be seen by guests before booking and our customer services team are available to call if there are any queries. Property Owner
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"The cottage was great and we liked it very much, so we decided to re-book, however the price had gone up 500 pounds, which i think is rather unfair."
So we chose to go with a different supplier, who had far more reasonable prices.
Thank you for your feedback. We are pleased to see you have a great stay at Sunset Cottage however saddened to see you have chosen to go with a different supplier for your next holiday. We do often see an increase in prices due to inflation year after year and as you were looking for 2 weeks, the price increase is shown as higher. Due to demand for luxury holiday cottages, pricing does need to be brought in line with demand and is shown across other brands also. We hope to welcome you back in the future. The Owners Team. Property Owner
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"Cozy cottage in a fantastic location, loved being so close to the centre and walking distance to the lake."
Perfectly comfortable accommodation for a week away.
Thank you for your lovely feedback. We are so pleased to see you had a fantastic week and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future. The Owners Team. Property Owner
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"Shower had an intermittent fault."
This needs to be serviced. Pillows were very poor quality. There was a musty smell in the cottage. We believe that this came from the carpets and curtains and possibly the cushions. We bought a material freshener and this helped a little.
Thank you for your feedback, we will investigate both matters urgently. We do offer a full call out service, but appreciate you may not have wanted to be disturbed. Kind regards, Owner team Property Owner
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"Excellent position for centre of Ambleside."
Good car parking. Sunny rear garden. Clean , warm and cosy living room. Small kitchen. Well equipped. Bathroom could do with updating but plenty of hot water. Good sized bedrooms with comfortable beds. No hairdryer.Ideal base to explore The Lakes.
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"Good outdoor space and parking."
Will be re-booking.
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"Great location with a bonus of parking."
The cottage had everything we needed.
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Summary
- Over three floors
- Two bedrooms: 1 x double with TV, 1 x second-floor twin
- Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
- Kitchen
- Utility
- Living/dining room with gas effect stove.
- Gas central heating with underfloor heating
- Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, tumble dryer, TV with Freeview and WiFi
- Fuel and power inc. in rent
- Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
- Travel cot and highchair available on request
- Private parking for one car
- Lockable bike storage in courtyard
- Enclosed garden with patio furniture
- Sorry, no pets and no smoking
- Shop and pub 0.2 miles
The property
A charming stone property, Sunset Cottage enjoys a layout over three floors, resting within a short, level stroll to the centre of the popular Lakeland town of Ambleside.
With attractive fell views and a private sunny garden, Sunset Cottage is full of character with a homely, welcoming aura, ideal for a family of four or two couples.
Once you have parked in the courtyard directly outside the property, enter through the charming, country-style fitted kitchen, with underfloor heating in here to greet you after a brisk winter walk, you can find all you need to rustle up some home-cooked treats, and make those all-important hot drinks.
The homely sitting area is home to soft leather sofas to relax on, with a traditional and original slate fireplace home to a more contemporary gas stove adding further character, you can enjoy watching TV or listening to music in here before setting the dining table for tea.
Head outside with your drinks into the lovely garden, whether planning the next day’s activities or simply admiring the last of the evening sun, it’s an idyllic spot.
You will find a handy utility room on the ground floor too, perfect for storing your outdoor gear, whilst a lockable store in the courtyard for several bikes is available.
Following a busy day, head upstairs to the first floor to find the double bedroom, decorated with coordinated fabrics and enjoying pleasant views towards Loughrigg’s rolling hills.
Freshen up in the bathroom on this floor, with a choice bath and shower over so you have decide how best to prepare for the day.
Climb to the top floor to discover the pretty, twin bedroom and take in the lovely views over the rooftops to the western fells.
Stroll into Ambleside and browse the specialist shops for a souvenir, have a drink or a meal at one of the excellent restaurants, cafés or pubs.
Rainy days can be spent enjoying the latest film at the two cinemas here whilst sunnier days call for leisurely strolls to Rothay Park with a picnic by the lovely river along with a play area that children will surely enjoy.
If you are feeling more adventurous, continue through the park, walk over the charming stone bridge and make the steep, short walk to Todd Crag where you will experience wonderful views down the length of Lake Windermere.
The opposite direction can take you along the River Rothay to the amazing Stock Ghyll Force 70-foot waterfall, an amazing natural wonder with a great viewing bridge so you can soak up the scenery, before continuing up to Wansfell Pike for those seeking a more energetic ramble.
Delight in exploring some lovely places like Borrans Park and Stagshaw Garden, as well as the National Trust’s Wray Castle and its lovely grounds.
Waterhead is home to a ferry landing where you can catch a Lakes cruise to take in the vistas from the water for another spectacular perspective, or hire a boat to drift along at your own pace exploring the secluded bays along the way, as well as a host of watersports including kayaking, canoeing and windsurfing being available on the lake too!
Enjoy a unique break to the Lakes from Sunset Cottage.
Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £200.
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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This property offers the following short breaks:
- Winter
- Last minute