Cobblestones

Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Pets Yes
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Features

Ground floor accommodation
Ground floor bedroom
Garden / Patio
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Broadband / WiFi

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* Based on a combined average customer score

10 Customer Review(s)

Mr Lunt
November 2021

“Have just returned from another lovely week in Cobblestones, it really is a great little cottage, comfortable, warm,and plenty big enough for two people and a dog.”

Some previous reviews complain about the parking, yes, you do have to drive up a hill to get to the door, but, if you can't drive up a hill you probably shouldn't be driving at all (especially in the Lakes!) It's really not that bad, in fact I see it as a bonus because you don't have to fight for a space like the other cottages at the bottom of the hill. And it's very peaceful. Secondly, yes it's on the third floor of a large building but you are all on one level because of the hill you have to ...

Some previous reviews complain about the parking, yes, you do have to drive up a hill to get to the door, but, if you can't drive up a hill you probably shouldn't be driving at all (especially in the Lakes!) It's really not that bad, in fact I see it as a bonus because you don't have to fight for a space like the other cottages at the bottom of the hill. And it's very peaceful. Secondly, yes it's on the third floor of a large building but you are all on one level because of the hill you have to drive up to park. Again nice and quiet, A few minor niggles, the most sensitive smoke alarm in the world goes off if you lightly toast bread, the shower is not great, but again not the end of the world for a week. However they could do with new pots/pans I could only use one of them, the other had old scrambled eggs stuck like concrete in it, not the cottage owners fault or heart of the lakes or cleaners, but previous guests who couldn't be bothered to wash up properly. All in all a great, comfy, warm (a little too warm at times, the radiators were on constant) cottage in my favourite location just outside Ambleside. I would have to score it a 9 out of 10. It also helps if you have glorious sunny weather at the end of November I suppose. This would rate as my 2nd favourite cottage we have stayed in on our many holidays in the Lake District over the last 30 years, so yes, will return soon. Markand Tara

- Mr Lunt, November 2021
Mrs Ibbetson October 2021

“Perfect little cottage for a wonderful break in the lakes.”

Really good location for walks with the dogs and a short walk into Ambleside for lovely pubs and restaurants.

- Mrs Ibbetson, October 2021
Mr Hammond September 2021

“Despite the mention of a steep access ramp in the description, we did not expect it to be quite so steep and awkward to drive up.”

We feel that the context should be explained more fully in the property description, including a photograph, as the current particulars don't tell the whole story. The property is very hard to find in the first place and the ramp is extremely difficult to negotiate because of the hairpin bend at the bottom. Ideally, we would have liked to park in the main courtyard but weren't sure if all spaces were allocated to other properties. We also had problems with noise: the first night we were kept awake until the early hours of the morning, i.e. gone 2am, by loud voices, screams, doors banging and heavy footsteps. The noises appeared to be coming from below although we weren't entirely sure. This property is clearly described as “ground floor” so we were surprised to say the least to find it is actually on the top of a three storey building! There are properties below and on both sides and the walls/floors are obviously not well soundproofed. We raised these issues with customer services but, despite receiving a couple of helpful emails at the start saying the matter would be looked into the following day (Monday) when the local office was open, we had no further communication. I was asked to email photographs, which I did, and was told that "This has been allocated to Athena, who will respond to you" but we heard nothing further. However, even though I emailed a number of times during the week I only ever received standard responses asking me to quote my case reference number, which I had already done and in any case, I was using the Help Centre messaging feature in my online account. There were some other minor issues that I won't go into here but I left a note in the property describing those and hopefully, they will be rectified. We have booked through Heart of the Lakes many times previously and have generally been happy with the accommodation. However, on this occasion, we were very disappointed, both with the property and the very poor service received from your "Customer Relations Team".

- Mr Hammond, September 2021
Mrs Steele August 2021

“I was ready to write an extensive (constructive!”

) critique of the property, but have just seen a previous guest's comment that the bathroom downlight remained unfixed over 2 visits (still not fixed last week!) so I'm guessing any comments would be falling on deaf ears...so I'll just say that this was easily the tiniest, most expensive, and least well presented property we've stayed at in lakeland this year(we've visited 3 times).

- Mrs Steele, August 2021

Thank you for your feedback following your stay at Cobblestones. The bathroom light fitting has now been replaced, as it is clear that previous attempts have failed shortly after, we would now not expect this issue to reoccur. We do hope that despite this issue you had an enjoyable time in the Lakes and we hope we have the opportunity to welcome you back in the near future. Property Owner
Mr Richardson August 2021

“We’ve stopped at the cobblestones a few times and the spotlight is still not working in the bathroom, this has been like this for the last 2 stays, every else is fine and we will stay again.”

Thanks

- Mr Richardson, August 2021

Thank you for taking the time to provide additional feedback following your stay at Cobblestone Cottage. We have since replaced the light fitting in the bathroom so this is now working for the benefit of future guests, and we do hope to welcome you back for a trouble free stay next year. Property Owner
Mrs Starr June 2021

“We really enjoyed our holiday and had a wonderful comfortable stay in the accommodation”

- Mrs Starr, June 2021
Mr Burrell May 2021

“Very well appointed apart from there isn't a dishwasher, despite being advertised as such and providing dishwasher tablets !”

Otherwise lovely, albeit very small. Difficult to find as right at the back of the courtyard - ideally could do with some signage. Parking would be very tight with a large car also but all in all very nice

- Mr Burrell, May 2021
Ms Clark May 2021

“Parking needs to be clearer that it is up a steep cobbled slope.”

- Ms Clark, May 2021
Miss Timbrell Dec 2019

“Absolutely lovely cottage/apartment!”

Had everything we needed and to a very high standard.

- Miss Timbrell, Dec 2019
Nolan Dec 2019

“This was just perfect.”

I am so pleased you advised me to stay at Cobblestones it was just what we needed - we walked everyday, had our dog and came back to lovely warm and comfortable accommodation to relax. Thank you.

- Nolan, Dec 2019
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The property

We are sure couples will really enjoy Cobblestones. This charming little cottage/apartment lies just outside Ambleside in the delightful courtyard of character properties which were once the stables and grooms' cottages for The Croft and an ideal location from which to explore The Lake District. Walk from the door to Todd Crag and on to Loughrigg Fell , ramble 'Under Loughrigg' to Rydal and beyond to Grasmere, or take a leisurely stroll to the Lake for year round lake cruises amid glorious scenery. Nearby Ambleside and Waterhead offer plenty of choice when it comes to eating out and for local shopping in any season. Accommodation: The property is reached up a sloping cobbled access lane from the courtyard. Once inside, you will find plenty of hooks for outdoor gear, a handy bench and boot rack, before taking the four steps down into the main hallway. The sitting/dining room/kitchen has a tasteful ,relaxing feel ideal for unwinding with your own romantic dinner and a glass of wine or two, (wide screen TV with freeview and blu-ray player, wi-fi). The bedroom has a double sized bed and a newly fitted very smart bathroom with travertine tiles and wide wall mirror (bath with shower over, basin and wc). Cobblestones are comfortably furnished with fitted carpets to main living areas and with carefully chosen colours and personal touches. The property is kept cosy and warm with an efficient German electric system which gives you complete control over your personal comfort whilst seasonal lake views can be enjoyed from the sitting room. Outside: Room to sit outside on a bench at the front door. Guests also have use of a pretty riverside garden alongside the River Brathay which is accessed across the road. Private parking for one car up the slope. Ambleside village centre 1mile, lake Windermere 1 mile.

Summary

All-ground-floor
One double bedroom
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
Electric central heating
Electric oven with ceramic hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, heated drying rack, TV with Freeview, Blu-Ray player, and WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Travel cot and highchair available on request
Off-road parking for one car up a sloping cobbled lane
Seating area to the front and access to riverside garden
One well-behaved dog welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 0.9 miles, pub 0.8 miles
Note: Although this apartment is considered to be ground floor, there are four steps down from the front door into the main hallway, please consider this when booking
Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out by 10am

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.

Note: There are four steps down into the main hallway

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Reviews & Ratings

“Have just returned from another lovely week in Cobblestones, it really is a great little cottage, comfortable, warm,and plenty big enough for two people and a dog.”

“Perfect little cottage for a wonderful break in the lakes.”

“Despite the mention of a steep access ramp in the description, we did not expect it to be quite so steep and awkward to drive up.”

“I was ready to write an extensive (constructive!”

“We’ve stopped at the cobblestones a few times and the spotlight is still not working in the bathroom, this has been like this for the last 2 stays, every else is fine and we will stay again.”

“We really enjoyed our holiday and had a wonderful comfortable stay in the accommodation”

“Very well appointed apart from there isn't a dishwasher, despite being advertised as such and providing dishwasher tablets !”

“Parking needs to be clearer that it is up a steep cobbled slope.”