Barney's Cottage

Rating
Sleeps 5
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 1
Pets Yes
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Features

Sleeps 5 people
3 bedrooms
1 bathroom
Pets allowed

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

Mrs Reed
July 2019

“Would hardly describe the bathroom as luxurious.”

The shower virtually soaked the whole bathroom particularly when several people needed to use It and there was nothing provided to mop it with other than the bath mat which ended up saturated. ...

The shower virtually soaked the whole bathroom particularly when several people needed to use It and there was nothing provided to mop it with other than the bath mat which ended up saturated. The cottage name was not clearly visible. However the house number, which was 3, clearly was, so putting that on your instructions would be a great help. We spent some time trying to find it, even asked at the nearby pub (they had never heard of it) fortunately the owner was there at the time and she eventually appeared. Apart from the comments above it is lovely cottage and perfectly located for the village, we did enjoy our stay. If these issues are addressed I would certainly give top marks.
Mr May April 2019

“This is a lovely cottage.”

Well equipment. Lovely decor. Its in the center of Ambleside, with parking. You could not ask for more.
Miss Baxter January 2019

“When we opened the door, first impressions were great and this continued.”

Lovely cottage and some nice touches from Sykes with an email and phone call checking all was ok. A call later from the owner to check that the heating was ok as it wasn’t on, and some help re the shed key all made the difference. So in summary lovely cosy cottage, nice outside space although not enclosed, but didn’t bother us this time and great location. Great service and care from Sykes and owner. We had a superb holiday in Barney’s cottage.
Mr Smith December 2018

“Wonderful bathroom, but the shower soaks the whole room.”

Had to buy a bigger cooking pan and the ones there are not big enough for five
Mrs Julian August 2018

“Cottage was very comfortable and perfectly located.”

The sky TV was a real treat and very useful on our wet week in the lake district. We absolutely loved the cottage and would love to return, especially around Christmas time. Instructions on how to use the log burning stove would have been helpful as when we were cold and damp we did light it on one occasion but were a little unsure what we were doing with the vents. We loved this cottage. It was spot on for the Julian family Paul, Lin, Charlie, Oliver and our dog Ralph!
Miss Todd June 2018

“The location was perfect and the cottage was wonderful.”

There were so many lovely little touches like walk suggestions and spare reading glasses. I had cause to speak to the owner who was friendly and helpful. I would definitely recommend this property and am very likely to book it again.
Mr Holt April 2018

“What can you say about the lake district Beautiful anytime of year and as we are here on holiday from australia we where very happy to get back there I have spent many happy holidays there from being a small child and will continue to visit when back in the uk.”

As for the accomodation it was perfect for us and wont hesitate to recommend it to freinds, we realy enjoyed our time and a big thankyou to the owners of barneys cottage Nick Holt Wellard Western australia
Mrs Farrell September 2017

“Although it was great to be so central in Ambleside and the property lovely, it is not ideally suited if you have dogs, the only way outside is through the front door and the passageway by the cottage is not enclosed you certainly could not sit out there with dogs.”

It also has underfloor heating which we certainly could not feel downstairs you cannot regulate this and there are instructions about appliances dotted around , having spent numerous self catering holdays we would recommend these were all in one book. If you are a family with no dogs it could be ideal as the bedrooms are lovely and lots of games for wet days and an ideal position in lovely Ambleside
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
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!
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!
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.
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.
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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.

Region Information

Lake District Holiday Cottages

This property offers the following short breaks:

Winter
Off-season
Last minute
Christmas

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Barney's Cottage

Ambleside, Cumbria & The Lake District (Ref. 972392)

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Features

“Would hardly describe the bathroom as luxurious.”

“This is a lovely cottage.”

“When we opened the door, first impressions were great and this continued.”

“Wonderful bathroom, but the shower soaks the whole room.”

“Cottage was very comfortable and perfectly located.”

“The location was perfect and the cottage was wonderful.”

“What can you say about the lake district Beautiful anytime of year and as we are here on holiday from australia we where very happy to get back there I have spent many happy holidays there from being a small child and will continue to visit when back in the uk.”

“Although it was great to be so central in Ambleside and the property lovely, it is not ideally suited if you have dogs, the only way outside is through the front door and the passageway by the cottage is not enclosed you certainly could not sit out there with dogs.”

“Great position”

“Great facilities and a great location”

“Fantastic cosy little cottage in a wonderful location”