Puddleduck

Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Pets No
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor accommodation
Ground floor bedroom
Garden / Patio
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews

7 Customer Review(s)

Helen
April 2022

“Our family of four had a wonderful stay in Puddle duck.”

Fantastic facilities and incredible views. Would definitely recommend and hope to return!

Fantastic facilities and incredible views. Would definitely recommend and hope to return!

- Helen, April 2022
Claire October 2021

“This is a lovely place to stay - and we have stayed twice before.”

However, we were really disappointed that the pool facilities were not available. They had been listed when we booked and were a key reason why we chose this property. No discount was offered and we were only informed at the last minute the pool would (still) be closed. We also understand that this is beyond the owners’ control. However pools have been reopened elsewhere for many months and we were very disappointed not to be able to use those facilities. Also, having stayed twice before at Puddleduck were were surprised by the considerable price increase this year. This feels gratuitous and I doubt we’ll book again.

- Claire, October 2021
Lindsay September 2021

“Fridge ice box needs defrosting, lighting in 2nd bedroom poor.”

Requires a stronger bulb and bedside lamp bulb has blown

- Lindsay, September 2021
Jane August 2021

“We had a wonderful time and loved staying in Puddleduck.”

The only disappointing thing is that we weren’t able to use the facilities at Neaum Cragg such as the pool etc. I was there with my daughter and 2 grandsons who would have loved to use the facilities. Especially disappointing as pools around the country have been open for some time but I appreciate this is out of your hands and the hands of the owners of Puddleduck who I’m sure are equally disappointed. Thank you for a lovely break! Neaum Cragg is so wonderfully peaceful and a fabulous retreat from all that is going on in the world right now.

- Jane, August 2021
Shelley June 2021

“The accommodation was good, but the apartment was quite cool and I couldn’t get the storage heaters to work.”

The worst thing though was the hot water pressure, which was non existent. It took about half an hour to run a bath and the shower was very poor. There were some lovely walks straight from the apartment, which was lovely and it was nice not to take the car out a couple of times.

- Shelley, June 2021
Whittaker Dec 2019

“The property is in an excellent location a special for walkers.”

- Whittaker, Dec 2019
Mrs Cox Dec 2019

“A lovely place to stay.”

The owners have maintained the property extremely well. Loads of DVD’ and games. Warm and a real home from home.

- Mrs Cox, Dec 2019
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The property

Puddleduck is quietly situated in a picturesque woodland setting just above Skelwith Bridge in the Neaum Crag estate, at the entrance to The Langdale Valley with some of the Lake District's finest walks easily to hand. Whatever the purpose of your holiday, being active or simply relaxing to recharge the batteries, Puddleduck makes a good choice in any season. With the excellent Chesters by the River and The Skelwith Bridge Hotel just a short downhill walk away you will have plenty of choice for daytime or evening 'eating-out'. Riverside walks to Elterwater take care of the easier days and the Cumbria Way passes very close by just along the river from Skelwith. Enjoy the magnificent mountain panorama from the top of Neaum Crag itself, we are told the sunsets are dramatic from this high vantage point. The seasonal on-site club house ( March to mid Nov) Table tennis and recreational area. Seasonal shop on site (March to mid Nov). Accommodation: A few steps on the approach path lead to the apartment which is all on ground level. Front door into entrance hall. Door through to open style living/dining room with kitchen area at one end (flat screen TV with digital channels, DVD, Wi-Fi and ipod dock, DAB radio). Neutral colours throughout with patio doors to the rear. There are two bedrooms - a double which also overlooks the gardens and has a door to the patio. The second bedroom is a twin. Bathroom has bath with shower over, basin and wc. Storage heaters throughout. Fitted carpets in bedrooms and lounge, tiled kitchen. The apartment is comfortable and well-equipped with lots of personal touches, games, maps and guide books for your use. Outside: Patio garden area with table and chairs, providing a lovely area to bird watch and appreciate the shared wooded grounds and small tarn. Onsite laundry facilities. Parking for two cars. Seasonal shop on site (mid March to Mid November). Good local pub and Cafe at Skelwith Bridge 5 mins walk downhill. Ambleside 3 miles.

Summary

All-ground-floor
Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
Storage heaters
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, TV with Freeview and DVD player, WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Off-road parking for two cars
Garden with patio
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Note: Seasonal on-site club house (Open from 1st March) Table tennis and shop
Shop 2.2 miles, pub 1 mile

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

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About the location

CHAPEL STILE

Ambleside and Grasmere 4.5 miles; Bowness-on-Windermere 9.5 miles.

A delightful, rural village nestled right in the heart of the beautiful Lake District National Park. Chapel Stile is an excellent hidden gem, set at the bottom of a stunning valley, flanked on one side by the River Brathay, surrounded by incredible scenery and filled with wonderful slate and stone buildings. The village offers a traditional church from the mid 1800's as well as a café, a pub and a village shop that has stood for well over 100 years. Chapel Stile is a great base for exploring this National Park, with easy access to a number of sights and fells worth visiting. You must go to the lovely neighbouring village of Elterwater and stand on the Skelwith Bridge and simply take in the views. Nearby are the fantastic Lake District towns of Ambleside and Kendal are withing a short driving distance, offering excellent views, buildings and so much to do. For you outdoors people, make sure you visit Bowness-on-Windermere, with its incredible lake activities and so much to do; it's perfect for families.

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Skelwith Bridge near Chapel Stile, Cumbria & The Lake District (Ref. 1042911)

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Reviews

“Our family of four had a wonderful stay in Puddle duck.”

“This is a lovely place to stay - and we have stayed twice before.”

“Fridge ice box needs defrosting, lighting in 2nd bedroom poor.”

“We had a wonderful time and loved staying in Puddleduck.”

“The accommodation was good, but the apartment was quite cool and I couldn’t get the storage heaters to work.”