Penny Red Cottage

Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Pets No
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Features

Off road parking
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Dishwasher
Sky TV
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews

10 Customer Review(s)

Sarah
May 2022

“The cottage provided an excellent setting for a relaxing few days away.”

It is cosy, warm and clean, with the most beautiful views from the windows of the surrounding fells and fields. Thank you.

It is cosy, warm and clean, with the most beautiful views from the windows of the surrounding fells and fields. Thank you. It is true that there is a short, steep climb up from the town, but this is nothing unmanageable for someone of average fitness and it means beautiful views on arrival. The only issue we had was that we did not find the TV remote control and did not receive an answer back on texting the number in the cottage folder for assistance. This may require a review.

- Sarah, May 2022
Ian May 2022

“Really enjoyed our stay at Penny Red.”

Lovely little cottage as we expected.Would stay here again and is a great base for Ambleside as you only need walk 5 minutes and your in the centre for pubs,shops and restaurants.If your big walkers, it is central to all main villages,fells,lakes and mountains. Thanks, we’ll be back!

- Ian, May 2022
Chris October 2021

“Nice cottage which was well equipped with everything we needed for an enjoyable stay.”

Great location, short walk into Ambleside and footpaths into the fells just up the road

- Chris, October 2021
Tim October 2021

“This is our second time staying at this lovely cottage.”

Comfortable and clean and we will be back. Thanks for the memories Penny Red.

- Tim, October 2021
Robert August 2021

“The cottage is up a very steep hill called The Struggle!”

This was not clear at all from information given and would cause big problems for anyone with mobility issues/not fit. Mattresses were too soft - needs a mattress topper to give some firmness plus needs a mattress protector on beds. And an anti slip mat in the bath.

- Robert, August 2021
David August 2021

“Wonderful cottage in a perfect location to stroll down to the town.”

Spotlessly clean with very comfortable beds. Lovely quiet location. Instructions and correspondence from Heart of the Lakes was spot on.

- David, August 2021
Fiona August 2021

“Great views from the cottage, situated on a very steep road which made for a steep walk home from town, this is fine for most but anyone with mobility issues would struggle.”

Beds are very soft. Otherwise a great cottage & a great stay.

- Fiona, August 2021
Sean August 2021

“Easy to book, very helpful staff and great information on line.”

The cottage was brilliant in an excellent location and I would definitely return again in the future.

- Sean, August 2021
Victoria July 2021

“We had a wonderful stay at Penny Red in Ambleside: the cottage was beautiful, efficient and comfortable.”

However we do not feel that the outside area matched the quality of inside - weeds and a lot of overgrowth, and the garden furniture needs either painting/tidying up or replacing. Overall, we would definitely return and throughly enjoyed our break.

- Victoria, July 2021
Pam May 2021

“Good comfortable bed and quiet location.”

happy to stay there

- Pam, May 2021
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The property

Penny Red Cottage takes its name from the little red letter box set in the end wall of the property. This charming cottage offers an excellent holiday base in any season. Formerly a bobbin worker's cottage, this stone-built end terrace property dates from early Victorian times. It has now been transformed to make the most of modern day living with all the comforts of home. Built on three floors there are views from all the upstairs windows. With walks from the door to the surrounding fells and a short downhill stroll to the centre of Ambleside you will have everything you need for an enjoyable stay in the Lake District. Accommodation: Entrance porch into ground floor open plan fully fitted living/dining/kitchen with multi-fuel stove (TV with basic Sky channels and free Wi-fi). On the first floor the large double bedroom has character deep set window and decorative original Victorian fireplace. Bathroom (bath with shower over, basin and wc). On the top floor you will find two further bedrooms - a double with views to Wansfell, and a single (maximum sleeps 4), together with a shower room (shower, basin and wc). Good views from both bedrooms on this floor. Outside: Postage stamp front garden has just enough room to sit out of doors. Private parking for one car. Village centre 5 minutes walk downhill for pubs, restaurants, cinema, bowls, tennis and mini-golf. Walk to the lake (approximately 1 mile).

Summary

Across three floors
Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x second-floor double, 1 x second-floor single
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
Open-plan living area with kitchen, dining and sitting area with multi-fuel stove
Gas central heating with multi-fuel stove
Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, TV with Sky, WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Off-road parking for one car
Garden with furniture
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.

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

“The cottage provided an excellent setting for a relaxing few days away.”

“Really enjoyed our stay at Penny Red.”

“Nice cottage which was well equipped with everything we needed for an enjoyable stay.”

“This is our second time staying at this lovely cottage.”

“The cottage is up a very steep hill called The Struggle!”

“Wonderful cottage in a perfect location to stroll down to the town.”

“Great views from the cottage, situated on a very steep road which made for a steep walk home from town, this is fine for most but anyone with mobility issues would struggle.”

“Easy to book, very helpful staff and great information on line.”