Barney's Cottage

Rating
Sleeps 5
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 1
Pets Yes
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Features

Open fire
Garden / Patio
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Broadband / WiFi

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9 Customer Review(s)

“Great quick service when the heating wasn’t working , it was sorted out the ...”

Great quick service when the heating wasn’t working , it was sorted out the same day and a nice note left for us by the owner of the cottage , thank you

Great quick service when the heating wasn’t working , it was sorted out the same day and a nice note left for us by the owner of the cottage , thank you

- Mrs Rowe, October 2020
Mrs Strong October 2020

“The cottage is listed as having a garden/patio but this is misleading.”

The cottage has a path running around it which accesses other cottages and tucked to one side of this is a picnic bench that is adjacent to a main road. We have a dog so a garden is quite critical but there is no way we could let the dog out as it was not secure. The cottage was in a great location in town though and was well equipped.

- Mrs Strong, October 2020
Mrs Knox September 2020

“I wanted to put a note in the visitors book to thank the owners but I mislaid my pen.”

Barneys Cottage was wonderful and ideal for us. Location excellent, everything you required was provided- hair dryer, iron, cooking pots - even baking paper! It was so clean, modern and well laid out. We took our Labrador and it was perfect. He loved lying in front of the fire. I can’t praise it enough. Please pass on our thanks.

- Mrs Knox, September 2020
Mr Meehan August 2020

“It was a very comfy and homely cottage we had an an amazing time, the wet room however wasn’t very ideal as the shower got the entire room soaked.”

Overall it was a great holiday and we had a fantastic stay.

- Mr Meehan, August 2020
Grant N October 2016

“Great position”

Booked from New Zealand and found easily enough when we got to Ambleside. The cottage has everything we could have wished for including position in town (easy to wander around), proximity to pubs for drinks and food, and general facilities inside. There were 4 of us (adults) and we found no problems with living here. We covered large areas of the Lake District by car and it was nice to get back to the cottage each evening as it is warm and cosy and comfortable. We basically used Tesco's for our meals when we didn't eat out - their meals are very good and convenient. Barney's Cottage is excellent - our only hassle was the washing machine - like so many in the UK it is complicated to use - we never really got the hang of it and the handbook didn't really help - we've recommended that a short written two or three step instruction be written for us ignorant people. Otherwise the place is a joy to reside in and owners should be very pleased with their presentation

- Grant N, October 2016
The Nicholson's January 2014

“Great facilities and a great location”

Ideal spot for a family of 4 (if adults) or 5 if a mix of adults and younger children. Sky TV was excellent (with full package) and the log-burner was superb. Lovery first floor bathroom and double bedroom and the loft bedroom was spacious and comfortable. Only draw back was the kitchen table occupied a lot of the kitchen and lounge space - but not a major problem. All in all, a great place to stay, with good parking facilities!

- The Nicholson's, January 2014
A FlipKey verified reviewer October 2012

“Fantastic cosy little cottage in a wonderful location”

Barneys cottage is a real gem. Beautifully renovated with everything you need for a relaxing stay. The location is great. There is a bit of road noise in the lounge area from the main road through ambleside (but not noticeable in the bedrooms) but this is a very minor point - the trade off is that you're right in the heart of lovely ambleside with it's pubs, restaurants and great walking literally on your doorstep... and there's even a parking space. We enjoyed our stay stay so much we're going back next year!

- A FlipKey verified reviewer, October 2012
Hanson family June 2012

“Gorgeous cottage with in fantastic location”

My husband and I and our three young sons had a lovely break at Barneys cottage. The accommodation is beautifully furnished and equipped with everything you could possibly need. It's central location in gorgeous ambleside was also a bonus. I really can't recommend it enough we had a fantastic holiday and look forward to returning.

- Hanson family, June 2012
A FlipKey verified reviewer May 2012

“Perfect location”

pleasure to stay here. wanted for nothing. location excellent. full sky package a real bonus. spacious all round. would recommend highly.

- A FlipKey verified reviewer, May 2012
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The property

This traditional Lakeland Stone Cottage is situated around a small courtyard, a stone's throw from the centre of Ambleside.

Lovingly restored, it retains many original character features and is a great choice for families or couples looking to be within walking distance of the village centre. As you enter the property on the ground floor you are greeted with a large, open plan living area with underfloor heating and comfortable seating for cosy evenings in front of the log burning stove.

The shaker style kitchen is beautifully equipped and leads to the traditional dining area with a dining table and a delightful window seat.

On the first floor, the luxuriously appointed fully tiled bathroom boasts a double walk in shower alongside a bath, hand basin and W.C. The Kings Size double bedroom has a lovely window seat overlooking the river and the single bedroom overlooks the world famous Bridge House.

On the second floor there is a twin bedroom with LCD TV that is an ideal space for children. In front of the cottage is a shared courtyard which offers off-road parking for one car.

To the rear of the cottage is a patio area with a picnic table, the perfect place for relaxing with an evening drink after a long day exploring the fells or dining outside in the summer sun.

Barney's Cottage is a stone's throw from the iconic Bridge House and a short walk into the village centre. Ambleside has a great selection of shops, restaurants and pubs and the village is a great central spot for exploring the Mountains and Lakes of the National Park.

Why not visit the Armitt Museum and Gallery where you can delve into the remarkable history of Lakeland Life and discover the bygone times of your most favourite Lake District locations.

Beyond Ambleside, Grasmere is a short drive away where you can sample the world famous Grasmere Gingerbread or visit the home of William Wordsworth.

This is an exceptionally presented cottage, ideal for exploring this stunning area at any time of the year.

Summary

Over three floors, the property has three bedrooms; On first floor there is a King size double with window seat and single room
On the second floor there is a twin room ideal for children
Luxurious bathroom with double walk in shower, bath, hand basin and W.C
L shaped Open plan living room with Shaker style kitchen, Dining area with fitted seating and chairs, Sitting Room with wood burning stove and comfortable seating.
Underfloor heating, wood burning stove. Shaker style kitchen with electric oven and hob, fridge, microwave and washer/dryer
LCD TV, DVD player, Full Sky package, wide selection of books, DVD's and Games, Wifi. Power and bed linen included in rent. Towels are provided
Logs not supplied
Private parking for one car. Graveled seating area with picnic table
Two well behaved dogs accepted. Sorry no smoking
Shop and pub, five minutes walk
Lake 1.5 miles.

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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.

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Reviews & Ratings

“Great quick service when the heating wasn’t working , it was sorted out the ...”

“The cottage is listed as having a garden/patio but this is misleading.”

“I wanted to put a note in the visitors book to thank the owners but I mislaid my pen.”

“It was a very comfy and homely cottage we had an an amazing time, the wet room however wasn’t very ideal as the shower got the entire room soaked.”

“Great position”

“Great facilities and a great location”

“Fantastic cosy little cottage in a wonderful location”