Old Mill Cottage

Sleeps 5
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 1
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Sky TV
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities

* Based on a combined average customer score

10 Customer Review(s)

Mr Giddings
October 2021

“Very nice cottage in a good spot easy access to town centre , parking for 2 cars is a bit tight , no mention when booking cottage of apartment above and noise this creates .”

Shower not the best

Shower not the best

- Mr Giddings, October 2021
Mrs Johnston October 2021

“The property is in a great location, with good facilities and lots of space.”

We have stayed in many properties in The Falls area of Ambleside so have seen varying standards. There are two main downsides to this property that need looking at and people need to be aware of when booking. Firstly this property has an apartment above it and you can hear people clearly going about their business and the shower is bordering on useless and needs upgrading.

- Mrs Johnston, October 2021
banks October 2021

“We loved the cottage but we weren't aware there was no wi-fi!”

! We wouldn't have booked it if we had known that. There wasn't a very comprehensive information booklet either. The shower was not very powerful and it would have been better to have a wooden floor in the hallway instead of carpet. But the overall space and comfort was great, it was warm and cosy. I would book it again if there was wi-fi.

- banks, October 2021
Ms Lee August 2021

“The listing of the property is misleading: 1: The noise levels from the flat above affect the enjoyment of the stay.”

2: Sky TV - NO sky channels were available, this is simply freeview. 3. NO WIFI - unacceptable for the price of the property and in this day and age. 4: The damaged and dangerous balcony. This needs urgent attention: Tiles were loose, the sub floor is rotten and very precarious to stand on. The fire proofing from below has come down, leaving the balcony unsafe and therefore unusable. This should be fixed before anyone gets hurt. 5: Although the property is pet friendly, it is quite a built up area and there is no where to let your dog do its business! However, the location of the property is fantastic, and we had a lovely holiday due to the fantastic weather and wonderful surroundings.

- Ms Lee, August 2021
Prof Roderick July 2021

“No WiFi”

- Prof Roderick, July 2021
Ms Dumergue July 2021

“We were a little worried about our stay having read other reviews but were pleased to say the apartment was good, spotlessly clean, and we enjoyed our stay.”

We were concerned about the balcony potentially being out of use having been emailed about it before we arrived and being asked to move the car one day so it could be investigated underneath. It was one of the main reasons we chose the property. The few loose tiles at one end didn't affect our use of it, and we found it really nice to sit out there having a drink in the evening and relaxing on it in the morning before we went out for the day. Other reviewers commented on the shower which Heart of the Lakes went and checked out for us before we arrived - it worked fine for an electric shower. Not the most powerful but typical of an electric shower. Yes, there is an apartment for two people directly above the property but we didn't find the noise bad like someone else commented on. The only thing that was disappointing is the lack of WiFi, particularly with two teenagers. We never book somewhere that doesn't have it so it was a surprise to learn there was no WiFi. We were able to connet to BT WiFi hotspots by going out on the balcony so we could get some coverage that way. I'd recommend making that more explicit in the listing copy as these days it is really unusual for a holiday property to NOT have WiFi - particularly as the property above did have it apparently. All in all, it was a comfortable stay, with a lovely view in a peaceful residential setting only a few minutes walk from the centre of Ambleside.

- Ms Dumergue, July 2021
Mrs Mccarthy July 2021

“The view from the balcony was amazing.”

recent reviews had mentioned noise from above but this was not a problem for us. Lack of wi fi was a problem and we think should be emphasized in the listing, or put in the cottage- like others we had assumed it was available. single beds rather hard. Recycling: pleased to have facilities but would be good to mention in advance and for the information at the property to be clearer about how to divide categories and also in a more prominent place. Information in household appliance folder needs sorting out. One larger saucepan would be helpful.

- Mrs Mccarthy, July 2021
Mrs Walker June 2021

“The Cottage had an apartment above, this was not described in the listing, nor was it made clear in any of the research done prior, there was no soundproofing between the floors so you could hear the above residents walking around, using the bathroom etc….”

Place looked quite dated and the exterior had tiles missing from the balcony/outdoor space, although we were informed of this beforehand, We cut our trip short by 5 days, noise from above was unbearable Sykes Cottages resolved our complaints but were very very slow in coming back to me and I had to chase on numerous occasions for a resolution

- Mrs Walker, June 2021
Mrs Duncan May 2021

“Sykes were very good in coming out promptly to the cottage to try to sort problems.”

The facilities and comfort of this cottage would have scored top marks except for two things. Two very important things..... 1. There is no WiFi.... Agreed that this is not listed under the facilities, and therefore my mistake, but these days I would expect this as standard in all holiday let properties 2. The shower is almost useless, if you want a hot or even remotely warm wash. To get any power it has to be freezing cold. I had to have a bath in order to wash my hair as the power in shower is so bad the shampoo wouldn't rinse out! The cottage is also in need of repair...... 1. There was water leaking into the small bedroom by the window.... A lot of water 2. The balcony has several loose tiles (this has been marked off with tape) but still needs repaired. In the car port there was a piece of plaster board from the underside of balcony which has broken and leaves a hole. This may have been done to investigate the tiles above or may be the cause. 3. There is no lock on the bathroom door. I think the owners need to spend some money getting this cottage up to the standard of the rest of The Falls properties. We have stayed in this development several times over the years and love the location. We would not return to Old Mill Cottage unless we were sure of these improvements. Lastly, although advertised as no smoking, and even having been cleaned (supposedly deep cleaned due to covid) we found a dish full of cigarette ends in living room behind the tv. I assume people had been smoking on the balcony and hid the evidence!! It made the room smell awful!!! We don't blame Sykes for this as it was behind the curtain and behind tv and I wouldn't expect furniture to be moved that much. We only found it when looking for a router, to discover there wasn't one!!!!

- Mrs Duncan, May 2021
Mrs Goodwin May 2021

“Dishwasher hadn't been emptied ...”

Dishwasher hadn't been emptied Clothes from previous customer in drawers Toilet doesn't flush Loads of crumbs behind and under the toaster Hot water doesn't work in shower

- Mrs Goodwin, May 2021
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The property

Another of our popular properties at The Falls, Old Mill Cottage apartment was once part of the former bobbin mill which took its power from the waterfalls and produced wood-turned spindles and shuttles in the last century. The cottage is stone-built and there are good views from the sitting room balcony to Loughrigg Fell. Good walks and rambles abound in the area for all ages and abilities, and you can easily stroll into Ambleside village for day to day shopping and eating out. Accommodation: Built on two floors the property has a ground floor front door leading into the hallway where you can hang your walking gear. Large fitted contemporary dining kitchen - ideal for family meals. One good twin-bedded room on this level with built-in cupboards. Ground floor wc with hand basin. Stairs to the first floor where there is a comfortable sitting room (TV with basic Sky package, DVD, video, radio) with French windows leading onto a wide balcony which has a garden table and chairs and views down the valley - you will enjoy eating out here in warmer weather. Two further bedrooms - one double and one single. Fully fitted bathroom has bath with shower over, basin and wc. Fitted carpets throughout. The property has a light and pleasant feel. Outside: Undercover parking for one car with space for one additional smaller car behind it. Walks from the door to surrounding fells. Sitting room balcony with garden table and chairs.

Summary

Three bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin, 1 x single
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
Ground-floor cloakroom with basin and WC
Kitchen/diner
Sitting room.
Gas central heating
Electric oven and hob, fridge, freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, microwave, radio, TV with basic Sky package and DVD Player
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen inc. in rent
Off-road parking for two cars
One well-behaved pet welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Wi-Fi
Please note this property is an apartment

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £200.

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About the location

AMBLESIDE

Windermere 4 miles; Grasmere 4 mile; Keswick 15 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

“Very nice cottage in a good spot easy access to town centre , parking for 2 cars is a bit tight , no mention when booking cottage of apartment above and noise this creates .”

“The property is in a great location, with good facilities and lots of space.”

“We loved the cottage but we weren't aware there was no wi-fi!”

“The listing of the property is misleading: 1: The noise levels from the flat above affect the enjoyment of the stay.”

“No WiFi”

“We were a little worried about our stay having read other reviews but were pleased to say the apartment was good, spotlessly clean, and we enjoyed our stay.”

“The view from the balcony was amazing.”

“The Cottage had an apartment above, this was not described in the listing, nor was it made clear in any of the research done prior, there was no soundproofing between the floors so you could hear the above residents walking around, using the bathroom etc….”