Fir Howe

Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Pets No
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Features

Off road parking
Garden / Patio
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews

13 Customer Review(s)

Robert
April 2022

“Stayed twice before , over the years , and the standard hasn’t changed.”

Excellent.

Excellent.

- Robert, April 2022
Caroline March 2022

“Had everything we needed .”

Spotlessly clean .lovely fluffy bath towels .comfy bed but did creek every time you turned over , luckily there was no one down below .plenty of information provided about the area and maps in the drawers .

- Caroline, March 2022
Peter December 2021

“Second property booked with Heart of the Lakes recently and both have been excellent.”

This property was especially clean and in great condition - very well equipped. Great location too.

- Peter, December 2021
Ian November 2021

“We arrived on the Friday all good, Due to the recent storm all the power and water went off at approximately 9.”

00am saturday morning so we had no heating, cooker or water. We stayed thinking the power would be restored fairly soon. Just went out walking and ate out. By sunday still no power, went to the heart of the lakes office in amblesdide nobody there. No phones of any sort working. Went back on monday they couldnt help us but passed details on to sykes office. Couldnt get any joy so gave up monday afternoon and went home, it was to cold in fir howe only place to keep warm was in bed. I was dissappointed that nobody even came round to check the property or on us. You have not contacted me since to offer any compensation. All said very poor service. Im surprised we have used you quite a bit in the past. Ian Burns, 11 Green Island, YO124RN

- Ian, November 2021
Paul November 2021

“It was our third time at fir Howe the standard was just has good as our first we will be back.”

- Paul, November 2021
Julia September 2021

“The accommodation was the perfect home for our stay.”

Very well placed for all the things we wanted to do and comfortable to come back to after a busy day out

- Julia, September 2021
Anthony May 2021

“Fabulous apartment, great location, everything you need, loved our walks from ...”

Fabulous apartment, great location, everything you need, loved our walks from the door, was going to rebook for 2022 but a bit pricey now

- Anthony, May 2021
Andy & Leigh Anne Dec 2019

“Amazing apartment.”

.. don’t want to go home, spotless and well equipped. So many walks from the front door. Keep a look out for the red squirrels. Will return again. Excellent!

- Andy & Leigh Anne, Dec 2019
Charlton Dec 2019

“I absolutely can't fault it.”

Absolutely perfect. I've so far had 3 holidays this year with heart of the lakes and just enjoyed it so much, never felt so relaxed.

- Charlton, Dec 2019
Unknown Dec 2019

“Lovely comfortable home from home.”

- Unknown, Dec 2019
Mr Morgan Dec 2019

“It was cosy, comfortable and very well equipped.”

I chose the location of the property to meet my walking plans and it met and exceeded my expectations. Hopefully, I will be able to return in the future as I could not find fault with the property or location.

- Mr Morgan, Dec 2019
Paul & Alison Dec 2019

“Our first time at this property and definitely not our last!”

It has everything you can wish for and more. Wonderful walks from the door and even say the elusive red Squirrel.

- Paul & Alison, Dec 2019
Karen & Keith Dec 2019

“One of the best holidays we have spent in the Lakes, and there has been many.”

Can not fault the apartment, the location and the setting. We will certainly be back.

- Karen & Keith, Dec 2019
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The property

A very attractive first floor apartment for two, set in a picturesque woodland just above Skelwith Bridge in the Neaum Crag estate. Situated at the entrance to the Langdale Valley, the central location gives easy access to Ambleside, Coniston and Grasmere. Fir Howe has just been completely refurbished and well insulated, providing stylish, comfortable accommodation at any time of the year. Ideal for a couple looking for a cosy retreat, whilst having the benefit of some of the finest walks in the Lakes on your doorstep, and a pub and a cafe just a short walk down the hill. There is an onsite seasonal clubhouse ( March - mid November ) a Scandinavian style pool complex houses a sauna, small swimming pool and jacuzzi, table tennis table, recreation area and telephone. Accommodation: A short flight of outside steps lead to the front door at first floor level. Entrance hall with space to leave coats and boots. Open plan lounge/dining room/kitchen. The lounge has two sofas, a 43 inch flat screen plasma TV with freesat channels, DVD player, electric flame-effect stove and iPod dock/DAB radio/CD player and free Wi-Fi. There is also a door leading onto the balcony where a view of the Langdale fells and the immediate woodland setting can be enjoyed. The kitchen has quality appliances and local slate worktops. The bedroom has a king-size bed, and a patio door leading on to the balcony. The en-suite bathroom contains a wc, basin, bath and separate corner power shower. The property is very attractively furnished with tasteful, coordinating soft furnishings that create a relaxing holiday feel. Fitted carpets and Karndean flooring throughout, with electric heating and double glazing. Outside: Balcony with table and chairs, a relaxing space to enjoy the surrounding countryside and small tarn immediately outside the property and with a good view of the Langdale fells in the distance. Private parking for one car. Cafe and pub at Skelwith Bridge a short walk down the hill, nearest shop at Chapel stile or Ambleside approx two and a half miles. Note: Sorry no room for cot or high chair (not suitable for children)

Summary

One king-size bedroom with en-suite bath, separate walk-in shower, basin and WC
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining and sitting area with electric flame-effect stove
Electric central heating with electric flame-effect stove
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, TV with Freesat, DVD player, iPod dock/DAB radio/CD player, and WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Off-road parking for one car and additional visitor parking
Balcony with table and chairs
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Note: There is an on-site seasonal clubhouse (March - mid November) a Scandinavian style pool complex houses a sauna, small swimming pool and jacuzzi, table tennis table, recreation area and telephone.

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: This property is not suitable for children. Note: Access to the property is via a flight of stairs leading to the first floor

Skelwith, Cumbria & The Lake District (Ref. 1042759)

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Reviews

“Stayed twice before , over the years , and the standard hasn’t changed.”

“Had everything we needed .”

“Second property booked with Heart of the Lakes recently and both have been excellent.”

“We arrived on the Friday all good, Due to the recent storm all the power and water went off at approximately 9.”

“It was our third time at fir Howe the standard was just has good as our first we will be back.”

“The accommodation was the perfect home for our stay.”

“Fabulous apartment, great location, everything you need, loved our walks from ...”

“Amazing apartment.”

“I absolutely can't fault it.”

“Lovely comfortable home from home.”

“It was cosy, comfortable and very well equipped.”