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Stablemans Cottage, perfect riverside location between Ambleside & Rydal

Stablemans Cottage, perfect riverside location between Ambleside & Rydal

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets
TV, DVD player, books, stereo
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Overview of Stablemans Cottage, perfect riverside location between Ambleside & Rydal

9.8

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen

Check out the area

ENG, Ambleside
  • Popular LocationRydal Mount11 min walk
  • Popular LocationRydal Water11 min walk
  • Popular LocationWindermere Station17 min drive
  • AirportManchester (MAN)112 min drive

Space details

3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, sleeps 5
Bedroom 1
    1 queen bed
Bedroom 2
    1 double bed
Bedroom 3
    1 twin/single bed
Bathroom 1
    Bathtub/shower combo
Bathroom 2
    Shower

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Stablemans Cottage, perfect riverside location between Ambleside & Rydal

A truly idyllic place to enjoy your holiday, Stableman's Cottage offers a lovely private 'home from home'…. comfortable accommodation, stunning views, fantastic walks straight from the door, an abundance of local wildlife, a myriad of local eateries, well located for visiting tourist attractions …. and much much more. This is a very special and conveniently located place to stay to fully embrace the sought-after Lake District holiday lifestyle. The area is renowned as one where famous Lakeland Poets lived and were inspired to write their romantic poetry. We even have the connection of Wordsworth's son once having lived at Stepping Stones House.

With its own private entrance from the garden, Stableman's is situated at the top of the historic Lakeland country house of Stepping Stones which overlooks the famous stepping stones across the River Rothay at the foot of Loughrigg Fell and surrounded by beautiful countryside. There are several holiday homes within the House so is unsuitable for loud groups as guests choose our location for its tranquility. This lovely location is amazingly within walking distance of the bustling village of Ambleside, a short drive to Grasmere and the popular tourist villages of Bowness and Windermere. Also a short stroll away is the pretty hamlet of Rydal where you will find the traditional Lakeland pub, the Badger Bar, and a tea room at Rydal Hall.

Combining characteristic features of exposed beams and vaulted ceilings with tasteful comfortable interiors, modern appliances and gas central heating, the apartment cottage is well-equipped for self-catering. With 3 bedrooms and 2 bath/shower rooms, the property layout is ideal for families (suitable for children from age 5+), groups of friends or two couples wishing to have separate private bathroom/shower facilities.

PROPERTY
After parking and admiring our beautiful location looking down to the river and the fields and fells beyond, guests make their way UP STONE STEPS (14 to be precise) and follow a path at the side of the main garden to one more step that leads on to our private dining patio and front door.
The front door leads into an open plan kitchen/dining area. This lovely fitted kitchen complete with electric oven, hob, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, microwave and washer/dryer is very well-equipped for self-catering.
Two steps lead up into the lounge where the tastefully designed soft furnishings and comfortable seating provide a lovely relaxing place to unwind at the end of the day. There is a TV with Chromecast, DVD player, Sonos speaker, bluetooth speaker and radio/CD player with ipod dock/audio.
From the lounge, one step accesses a hallway leading to the double bedroom with en-suite shower room to one side and in the opposite direction are the king size and single bedrooms and bathroom with shower over the bath. All the bedrooms have velux windows with blackout blinds and stunning views of the fells. There is some height restriction in the spacious bedrooms as they are built into the eaves.
We provide bedlinen and towels.
The bedroom configuration provides perfect accommodation for 2-5 people.


PLEASE NOTE
Stableman’s is UNSUITABLE for guests with MOBILITY ISSUES because of the steps at the side of the house to reach our entrance, nor is it suitable for babies or children under 5 due to the garden being at a high level.
We are sorry that pets are not allowed in the property under any circumstances.

AREA
Ambleside is set in the heart of the Lake District National Park and is a 20 minute walk away. There are many restaurants, cafes, pubs, outdoor equipment and food shops. Close to England’s largest lake, Windermere, you can take a boat trip or hire rowing boats from Waterhead. Foodies will love the options of fine dining and Michelin Star restaurants in the area. Both within walking distance are Rydal Mount and Dove Cottage, both once homes of William Wordsworth, probably the most famous Lakeland poet. There is also Beatrix Potter’s house, Hill Top, in Near Sawrey and John Ruskin’s house, Brantwood, near Coniston.

There is a fantastic range of wonderful walks straight from our door ranging from short walks to full day hikes. These include a gentle stroll along the river to Ambleside, a walk up to nearby Rydal Caves by Rydal Water, Loughrigg Terrace towards Grasmere, pretty Loughrigg Tarn towards the Langdales and the fabulous 11 mile circuit of Fairfield Horseshoe.

There is also a great choice of other activities in this wonderful area whatever your age: sailing, cycling, canoeing, horse riding, 4 wheel driving, boat trips, visiting historic houses, attractions for children and families, quaint villages, enjoying the local tea shops or simply relaxing in our cottage. There are 3 cinemas in Ambleside showing recently released films, as well as live West End Shows, and there are theatres in Keswick, Windermere and Kendal.

There is a regular bus service with the nearest stop by Rydal Church just down the road. The bus route from Keswick to Kendal includes Windermere where there is a railway station which connects to Oxenholme, the mainline station for trains to/from London.

Waterhead near Ambleside is the closest base for cruises on Lake Windermere.

Guests have a true getting away from it all experience in beautiful and stunning scenery spectacularly located by River Rothay near Rydal Water.

There are 2 free parking places at Stepping Stones for guests staying at Stableman’s Cottage. The property is perfectly placed in the heart of the Lakes to discover the area by car yet also perfect for those wishing to walk from the doorstep without the use of the car.

Check in from 4pm on arrival date; check out by no later than 10am on departure date

Our exact location can be found on our Stepping Stones website.

Please note that if you have to cancel your accommodation, you must let us know as soon as possible. On receipt of such notice, we will use reasonable endeavours to re-let the accommodation. If we are successful, we will refund you your money (or part if we are only able to re-let the accommodation for part of your rental period or have to give a discount to sell it) less £50.00 per booking for our administration costs. If we are not able to re-let the accommodation, you will be liable to pay 100% of the total price.

It is always important to have general holiday/travel insurance for other unexpected circumstances.

Property manager

Julia

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • CD player
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the mountains

Things to do

  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Canoeing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Jet skiing nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Smoke detector

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

Guests can access their accommodation through a private entrance
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Access methods

Private entrance

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: Suitable for children aged 6+

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Beautiful Lakeland Stunning Location Perfect Base Heart Lakes
Beautiful Property Stunning Location Near Ambleside

About the neighborhood

Ambleside

Located in Ambleside, this vacation home is in a rural area and in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Windermere and Ullswater. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Ambleside Climbing Wall or Keswick Climbing Wall. Discover the area's water adventures with jet skiing and water skiing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking.

What's nearby

  • Rydal Mount - 11 min walk
  • Lake Windermere - 8 min drive
  • Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre - 8 min drive
  • Ambleside Pier - 9 min drive
  • Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water - 11 min drive

Getting around

  • Windermere Station - 17 min drive

Restaurants

  • Ambleside Tavern - 3 min drive
  • Royal Oak - 3 min drive
  • Badger Bar - 12 min walk
  • Ambleside Tap Yard - 2 min drive
  • Rothay Manor Hotel - 4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Stablemans Cottage, perfect riverside location between Ambleside & Rydal pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Stablemans Cottage, perfect riverside location between Ambleside & Rydal?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Stablemans Cottage, perfect riverside location between Ambleside & Rydal?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Stablemans Cottage, perfect riverside location between Ambleside & Rydal located?

Situated in the mountains, this vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Dora's Field, Rydal Mount, and Rydal Water. Rothay Park and Armitt Museum and Gallery are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 52 out of 54 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 1 out of 54 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 54 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 54 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 54 reviews" "

9.8/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Darren M.

Liked: Cleanliness
awesome place
absolutely amazing place, we had a fantastic weekend and will return within the near future
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Kay J.

Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect get-away!
Great location, beautiful cottage - cosy, comfortable and stylish. Communications before and during our stay were excellent. Perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Jan 2020

10/10 Excellent

Tara W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location
We were two couples enjoying a weekend in the Lake District. The Stableman’s Cottage was very comfortable in a great location. We walked to pubs and hikes but still felt like we had a country experience. Julia and the accommodations were perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2019

10/10 Excellent

Helen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing!
My friend and I have just spent 4 nights staying in Stableman’s Cottage and we loved it! For us the location was a perfect base to explore the Lake District. The cottage is beautiful, spacious but homely, and we really appreciated that Julia and Andy had provided lots of information about the Lake District, including some local walks which we did. A brilliant week and we’re looking forward to coming back. Thank you Julia and Andy!
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

SarAh S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage and location
Spacious, clean property as described with everything we needed and more. Lovely location, ideal for getting to lots of places with plenty of lovely walks right on the doorstep and no need to drive. As described in listing there are quite a few steps / slope up to the property so if you don’t want / can’t do steps then it’s not the property for you. Otherwise would definitely recommend, we would definitely consider if in the area again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Marion C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Relaxing at Rydal
We loved Stableman's Cottage for its comfort and homely feel and most of all for its position at Rydal: the ability to sit outside and look up at the fells. Also, very good position for access to other parts of the Lakes. It made two octogenarians very happy!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer S.

Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful cottage!
We loved staying here as a family of four in the half term. It was beautiful and comfortable (fantastic beds!) and we used it as a base for local walks as well as exploring further afield. Kids adored the stepping stones. Can’t fault it.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jean F.

Liked: Cleanliness
An Idyllic vacation cottage.
Stableman's cottage is very well appointed in a beautiful area of the Lake District close to Ambleside. Walking Trails are right outside the front of the cottage and we enjoyed wonderful walks in the countryside. There is also a pub in walking distance. May is my favorite time to visit the UK to enjoy a vacation with my sister. The cottage had a good selection of DVD's, games and books and the WiFi was also very good. This property was very clean and had nice bed linens and a very well equipped kitchen. The property owner was very attentive to our needs. We loved hearing the lambs bleating and enjoyed the beautiful garden of Stableman's. This property has a number of steps leading up to it but all in all I would highly recommend this property
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019

10/10 Excellent

Violet W.

Bliss, perfect location and cosy beautiful accomodation
Couldn’t recommend enough. Everything you need is included and the place is immaculate. For sightseeing the cottage is a perfect location and great for a walk to the nearest pub or restaurant for a meal. We spend some much needed time chilling in this wonderful setting. Thank you so much xx
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

2/10 Terrible

patricia H.

Very disappointed in the cottage not as shown on website 3 bedrooms with no windows only skylight
The cottage was very cold during the day. Heating intermittent at night one bedroom has no heating the 3 bedrooms had no windows only skylights which did not open so rooms were airless one small window in lounge room which looked into a roof next door small windows in kitchen looking into Next door when we arrived there was about a quarter of a toilet roll in bathrooms one soap capsule for the dishwasher so had to immediately go shopping the web site is very deceiving this “cottage “was just added onto the front house but the web site showed the beautiful stone house in the front with views the only pluses were that the beds were comfortable and the bathroom was good with a bath and shower The en-suite bedroom had no dressing table or drawers to store clothing there was actually an old wardrobe with doors that did not close but the wardrobe had lots of stuff in it blankets and hairdryer forgot to add there was no heater in the lounge no wood burner or fireplace had decide to vacate and lose the money but as it was Easter there was nowhere else available my family and I have stayed many times in the lake district and have stayed in some gorgeous welcoming cottages and I have always left glowing reports in the reviews so we could not believe the unwelcoming cottage here I am sorry to leave such a review but felt in fairness to people booking here I felt it right to give my true impressions
Stayed 14 nights in Apr 2019