Sunset Cottage

4.1★

4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Pets No
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Features

Open fire
Garden / Patio
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

22 Customer Review(s)

Esther
May 2025

“We had a lovely stay at this cottage.”

It had been well cleaned before our arrival and the location is perfect. The bed mattress was comfortable on the double bed. The little garden is adorable and lovely to sit out in with a book. There was everything you needed except a dishwasher! I did feel the sofas could do with replacing as they are very tired and worn. The white rug by the fireplace also was really grubby, worth replacing with a darker colour!!. It was good to have a store outside for the bikes which was very useful, although ...

It had been well cleaned before our arrival and the location is perfect. The bed mattress was comfortable on the double bed. The little garden is adorable and lovely to sit out in with a book. There was everything you needed except a dishwasher! I did feel the sofas could do with replacing as they are very tired and worn. The white rug by the fireplace also was really grubby, worth replacing with a darker colour!!. It was good to have a store outside for the bikes which was very useful, although had to clear some cobwebs to get in!!! The utility and coat/boot room was so useful. We have a big car and the parking was ample for our car. We would stay here again.

- Esther, May 2025
Peter May 2025

“Both my partner and I have mobility issues and location of Sunset cottage was perfect .”

Shops and restaurants within 200 yds 2/3 minute walk which is our limit. Car park space by front door was exactly what we wanted too. Furniture was carpets and decor tired and worn and 26" tv was just about ok. Access to Netflix etc good. Had taken amazon firestick but wasn't needed. 3 * rating about right . Enjoyed our stay in lovely weather and small garden got afternoon sun when we returned from trips out. Bed very squishy at edges but comfortable. Be a definite 4 star with new furniture..tv and decor..with that great location and car space.

- Peter, May 2025
Patricia January 2025

“Sunset Cottage is a cosy, clean and comfortably furnished property only a short stroll to the heart of Ambleside with its many restaurants, coffee places and shops.”

We were able to leave the car parked outside for much of the week and did favourite walks straight from the door. Being so close to the town we also made use of the local buses to visit Grasmere, Bowness and Hawkshead. The cottage is situated in a quiet location and being well equipped it has everything you need for a self-catering holiday. The beds are comfortable with wonderful views of Loughrigg from the window in the loft bedroom. We had such a lovely week that we have already booked to return this summer when we hope to be able to enjoy the little private garden at the rear of the cottage.

- Patricia, January 2025
Jo November 2024

“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

- Jo, November 2024

Thank you for your feedback We are very pleased that you enjoyed your stay in Sunset Cottage and we appreciate all your kind comments about the property. We hope to welcome you back when the weather gets warmer so you could enjoy the courtyard. The owner relations team - Lakelovers Property Owner
Helen November 2024

“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.

- Helen, November 2024
Claire October 2024

“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

- Claire, October 2024
Iram September 2024

“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!

- Iram, September 2024

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
Pam May 2024

“Very comfortable.”

Great location with parking. Nice little garden. Handy to have washing machine and dryer.

- Pam, May 2024
Margaret March 2024

“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 .

- Margaret, March 2024

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
Catherine December 2023

“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.

- Catherine, December 2023

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
Doreen October 2023

“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 ,

- Doreen, October 2023
David March 2023

“Lovely warm comfortable cottage in good location with very convenient parking”

- David, March 2023

Thank you for your kind words we are so pleased you found the property warm and comfortable. Property Owner
Angela December 2022

“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

- Angela, December 2022

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
John June 2022

“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

- John, June 2022
Heather May 2022

“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.

- Heather, May 2022

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
John September 2021

“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.

- John, September 2021

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
J M September 2021

“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.

- J M, September 2021

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
Sarah July 2021

“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.

- Sarah, July 2021

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
Alexander July 2021

“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.

- Alexander, July 2021

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
Olive May 2021

“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.

- Olive, May 2021
Sinclair Dec 2019

“Good outdoor space and parking.”

Will be re-booking.

- Sinclair, Dec 2019
Mrs Queally Dec 2019

“Great location with a bonus of parking.”

The cottage had everything we needed.

- Mrs Queally, Dec 2019

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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

This pretty Lakeland stone cottage is ideally located, enjoying a peaceful courtyard setting with private parking just two or three minutes level stroll from the centre of Ambleside. Full of character and exceptionally well-equipped, Sunset Cottage is warm and cosy in the winter months, has stunning fell views and an enclosed garden that is ideal for relaxing on long summer days. Sunset Cottage makes a charming 'home from home' during your stay in the Lakes. The original slate fireplace with gas stove makes a wonderful yet practical centerpiece for cosy evenings spent relaxing after days on the fells. Accommodation: Entrance from the courtyard into the neat fitted kitchen, complete with underfloor heating. The lounge/dining room is attractively decorated with comfortable soft furnishings and feature original slate fireplace with gas stove, and offers access out into the garden (HD Satellite TV with BT Vision , DVD player and free Wi-Fi. A neat utility room is also found downstairs with room for walking gear etc.. The stairs lead up to the co-ordinated double bedroom with fell views towards Loughrigg (LCD TV). Family bathroom with bath with shower over, basin and wc. Upstairs again to an open twin bedroom with even better views. Outside: Sunny west-facing enclosed garden complete with patio furniture. Reserved parking is available in the courtyard directly outside the front of the cottage. Lockable cycle store in the courtyard suitable for several bikes. Ambleside village centre 200 yards.

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.

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Reviews & Ratings

“We had a lovely stay at this cottage.”

“Both my partner and I have mobility issues and location of Sunset cottage was perfect .”

“Sunset Cottage is a cosy, clean and comfortably furnished property only a short stroll to the heart of Ambleside with its many restaurants, coffee places and shops.”

“We had a lovely week at Sunset Cottage.”

“Lovely cottage to stay in, close to all amenities.”

“A very cosy, traditional cottage in the centre of Ambleside.”

“Really great location!”

“Very comfortable.”

“We had a great stay, was helped by great weather.”

“Sunset cottage was lovely and cosy, especially for a winter stay.”

“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.”

“Lovely warm comfortable cottage in good location with very convenient parking”

“This was a lovely cosy cottage well equipped with all facilities.”

“Really handy property for walks, supermarkets and food outlets.”

“Pans not clean and need replacing.”

“Kitchen was even smaller than imagined.”

“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.”

“Cozy cottage in a fantastic location, loved being so close to the centre and walking distance to the lake.”

“Shower had an intermittent fault.”

“Excellent position for centre of Ambleside.”

“Good outdoor space and parking.”

“Great location with a bonus of parking.”

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About the location

AMBLESIDE