Springwell Cottage

We loved the position and space Springwell Cottage provided – an old property with bags of character.

We did, however, experience a lack of heating and hot water on Sunday, the day after our arrival. We had to wait until Monday for an engineer to fix the problem. The owner did contact me and followed up to check everything was working on Monday. However, there was no one we could contact on the Sunday regarding the heating and lack of hot water. Most guests check in at the weekend, so the lack of support during this period was disappointing. Luckily, we did not have very young or elderly guests staying with us. I have stayed many times in Ambleside with no problems at all. This was the first time booking this property, and overall the experience was affected by these issues.

Spacious and comfortable, although central heating stopped working and no real fires working.

Maintenance engineer fixed the heating, but could not give an approximate time of arrival, so that spoiled our day. Electric shower feeble... it might be time for a general face lift? My fifth visit and it didn't feel as loved as it used to.

This is our third stay in this lovely cottage.

It is such a lovely quirky property and we always have a great time there. The cottage has everything you could ask for. The beds are the most comfortable beds we have ever had when staying away and the bed linen is lovely. There are a couple things which let’s the cottage down. The suite in the main lounge is extremely uncomfortable and we were surprised to see it is still there. Also that room is not very warm, it could do with a fire on an evening. These things would not stop us from staying here but would make it 5 star rather than 4 if they were changed.

What a stunning cottage.

The cottage is very well equipped and dog friendly we couldn’t ask for more. As soon as we walked through the door we booked again for next year. Great location for fell walks and Ambleside centre. Oh and the Golden Rule! Many Thanks James & Claire

Lovely cottage very well located perfect for dogs and walking

Cottage is central to the town and spacious.

The downsides are there is a tiny outside paved space which is not ideal with a dog. That space is bordered by other buildings and gets no sunlight. The house itself lacks much natural light downstairs and with the dark decor it felt gloomy especially as the weather was fabulous.

We loved our stay here.

The house is extremely comfortable and everything just works! We really had everything we needed. We didn’t bring a car and being located in this house and in Ambleside was perfect. We did walks from here or caught the bus. Caution if you are tall though, there are lots of low ceilings Strong recommend!!

We had a lovely week, blessed with gorgeous weather.

The cottage was very comfortable and we had no issues.

We chose the cottage for its location, two bathrooms (having our 91 year old mother with us) and two dogs.

It feels like a very much loved family home. It is spacious, cosy, very dog friendly and the parking permit made life a lot easier. The kitchen was very well equipped, although more large forks were needed and only two slots in the toaster worked properly. One of the strip lights was flashing when we arrived and although we tried two new starters, unfortunately it didn't cure the problem, so we just left it out. None of these small issues, however, spoilt our holiday and along with some great weather, we had a very enjoyable stay.

The property was perfect to meet our needs for the week.

The dogs were well provided for with lots of bowls. If I am being picky the shower hose could do with tightening to improve flow. It was our second stay which says a lot!

A fantastic stay despite the lack of hot water.

Cottage is in a great location and was very clean! Plenty of room for everyone and the beds were so comfortable. Thanks for having us.

We had a lovely stay at Springwell Cottage.

Loved: - Location - minutes walk from the heart of Ambleside - Size - a rabbit warren of rooms! Including two lounges, and two washrooms, and a good sized kitchen and dining space. - Value - great price for the location and size - Super dog friendly - Well equipped, has everything you need and more! - Comfortable beds and pillows To note: - There’s no parking, so you have to park in nearby public car park. It’s across a busy road, and spaces can be limited, but there’s a free parking pass in the house. - Lots of low ceilings and beams common to Lakeland houses. Not great for those taller people. - The hot water runs hot and cold when showering, and couldn’t take a hot bath. - Opposite a pub, so some low level noise when people come and go. Not too bad but could be an issue for reactive dogs. For the price, you won’t get much better and recommended. Thanks for a lovely stay.

Best equipped cottage in Ambleside thus far.

Welcome pack a lovely touch also. Plenty of space for us all and pub across the way handy ! Btw no noise from this at all , even though so close. Definitely recommend - so convenient also for all village amenities .

The cottage was in a great location.

Very spacious and had everything you may need and more - welcome hamper on arrival, plenty of items like bin bags, washing up liquid, cleaning materials etc. Close to all amenities- we parked in the nearby car park and made full use of the complimentary permit - and took buses during our stay. The only slight downside was the lighting on the staircase between the kitchen and the first lounge - we had to leave the light on at all times. There is a warning sign but it wasn’t visible in the dark. Once we got used to the layout of the cottage it was fine. The subtle signs on all the cupboards were very helpful too. Would definitely visit again. Thank you.

Great cottage with everything you would need.

So cosy ( maybe too cosy with the heating , even on when it was a warm day ) . Would definitely recommend and come back. Only niggle is the leather suite in the big lounge is very uncomfortable.

Great cottage right in centre - many walks from the cottage and pub is a very short distance away

A great cottage in a fantastic location.

Really close to the shops and pubs! Everything and more that we needed!! I brought loads of stuff I didn't need as it was already in the cottage!!

Well equipped, perfect location

Another lovely week at Springwell cottage.

The most well equipped cottage we have been to.

very interesting cottage.

Spacious but cozy at same time. Some low beams and doorways as you would expect and some labelled with warnings. Overall liked it very much. Kitchen well equipped but oven trays could do with an upgrade and no bread knife?. Not a dog owner myself, but if you are there is a dog basket and other accessories you might need such as water bowls etc. Handy location with shops a couple of minutes away. Pub opposite nice and no excess noise to worry about either in our experience. Would stay again

We have stayed here before and loved it but this visit was horrendous.

We were left feeling very stressed and upset. Building works were ongoing all week to the rear of the property, with the whole access road being dug up - terrible noise, dirt and zero access from 8am. Our elderly dog couldn’t get upstairs to use the other door and so was a prisoner all week - and that door is straight onto a busy road with no pavement, so not really safe for our 3 children. Also, water running down the twin bedroom wall, by beds. Multiple calls, messages etc to Sykes. Photos/videos sent daily of both issues. No help at all, no response, no offer of any compensation. Works had been notified to owner prior to our visit (we found the letter). We should’ve been told and would have cancelled. Just left so upset and disappointed - really happy to get home.

Fantastic location and everything we could possibly need for ourselves and our dog was provided.

We all thoroughly enjoyed our stay in your beautiful cottage !! Mike & Hayley, Isle of Man.

What a lovely quirky home and so convenient for centre of town.

Normally we choose accommodation with parking on site but with car park so near this was not a problem for us. Very pleasant place to stay as long as you watch for the low beams. Facilities could not be better and wine left for guests was a nice touch. We will certainly return here.

Absolutely quirky nostalgic rather large cottage

Lovely clean cottage , the weather wasn’t great but being so close to the best pub in Ambleside was a bonus .

The open fire was great , just what we needed after a day out .

Beautiful cottage in the lake district, TICK.

Facilities to suit people staying at the cottage, TICK. Dog friendly, TICK. Unfortunately, there the positives end, very dirty, I fully appreciate that it is a dog friendly facility, however the dust (OMG on top of the wardrobe having placed my bags there), dog hair from numerous types of K9 throughout took the shine of this ideally located facility. The dust and dog hair forced me to make an emergency visit to the chemist in the town for an inhaler. I have two dogs of my own, I haven't used an inhaler in years. I'd suggest a temporary closure of this facility for a robust 'deep clean' and the replacement of several mats and rugs. It's a shame, this was part of my honeymoon, slightly tarnished.

Fabulous cottage , well equipped, lovely and clean , warm and comfortable, great location and parking permit is a bonus

Lovely and comfortable cottage in a stones throw distance of all the hustle and bustle of Ambleside.

Everything we needed was provided for and the bed was very comfortable. Our dogs were made to feel very welcome with beds provided etc. The best pub in Ambleside is just opposite the cottage, although I couldn't understand why the description says 3 mins away when it's more like 3 seconds ! The Golden Rule is the friendliest pub we've been to in a long time. A good local butcher, baker and deli are just around the corner and great to support local businesses on our doorstep. The WiFi was very hit and miss and constantly dropping but we managed. Would definitely recommend to anyone..

Springwell Cottage was fabulous!

Perfect location - in town but quiet position, pub across the road! The organisation of everything in the cottage was just perfect - so helpful. Welcome wine, and loads of little touches made you feel right at home instantly. Thankyou for sharing your home - we loved it!!!

Fabulous quirky property in the heart of the village.

All the facilities you need for a comfortable holiday.

The cottage overall was lovely and spotless clean with lots of facilities for a self catering stay.

Was also well set up for doggy friends. It’s close to the town and all its amenities and literally 25 feet door to door of what is arguably the finest pub in the lakes if not England - The Golden Rule. No faff no gimmicks just an old fashioned pub. Returning to the cottage, the TV was complicated to use and the courtyard was smaller than expected. It’s not really suited for elderly or less able guests as both bathrooms are upstairs round a narrow bending staircase though their are lots hand supports. The settees weren’t the most comfortable due to a lack of seat depth and we feel the small lounge could be better used as a downstairs WC/shower room or small bedroom with en-suite due to all the other living space. Massive kitchen and separate massive dining area and the 3 bedrooms are also extremely spacious.

We returned to this cottage for the third time.

We really love the location as it’s very central to Ambleside. A lovely pub directly opposite. It’s a spacious cottage with comfortable beds. It is very well equipped including washing machine and tumble drier and a very well equipped kitchen. The tea and coffee facilities on the landing area is a nice touch, as is the complimentary wine and the various condiments etc available in the kitchen. The dining area could do with some cosier lamps and lighting, and the reed diffusers and air fresheners need replenishing as the cottage smells in some areas, probably due to the age of it.

Beautiful cottage and very much home from home.

Perfect location.

one small thing it would be better if sofas in tv room were wider

Property is as described yes there is no parking or large outdoor space but that is explained accurately in advertisement.

The accommodation is ideally situated comfortable, clean and very well equipped compared to most places I have stayed. The downstairs living and eating areas are ideal for larger gatherings to socialise and eat. Upstairs bedrooms are very comfortable there is limited room in one of the bathrooms but that’s fine “this is a listed building and not open to extensions internal renovations” I would not hesitate to recommend as the pros far outweigh the cons

We booked for 2 weeks in May 23.

When we arrived at the cottage we were a little alarmed that it may be noisy as it is on a Road opposite The Golden Rule. However I can honestly say we both slept incredibly well and the house is so spacious and solid we were hardly disturbed at all. We have an extremely reactive ex farm Border Collie and he was my main concern initially as this was his first time away with us. Initially he was very reluctant to enter the property (which is very normal for him) but after a couple of days he was so relaxed and slept very well. I would definitely book this cottage again - so comfortable, with a remarkable choice of rooms and equipment and literally a stroll away from Ambleside shops and eateries. I go where my dog is happy first and foremost!!

Very well equipped cottage .

This is a very comfortable and spacious cottage with a really well equipped kitchen.

You could easily cook full meals here. There are also condiments, herbs and spices, and even some tea and coffee sachets. We brought basic washing up kit and a tea towel as instructed by Sykes, but none of it was needed. There are also at least two hairdryers which I had not seen mentioned on the description, so brought along. One of the bulbs in the bedside lamp went, and it was good to have a spare in the cupboard. There are dog bowls, mats for the bowls and even a dog bed. We didn't use any of them as we'd brought our own, but always good to have back up. Dog owners will need to take dogs a few minutes' walk away for early morning/late evening exercise as the "patio" is tiny and there are no grass verges etc in the immediate vicinity. The cottage is really well situated, close to shops, pubs and restaurants in Ambleside. The car park is only 2-3 minutes walk away, and the permit could be used in several car parks. The only slight downside for us was that there are quite a few changes in level in the cottage which were sometimes tricky for my elderly parents to negotiate. However, in general, that adds to the charm of the place, and it certainly wouldn't stop me from booking again (without elders!) or recommending to others.

Fantastic cottage full of character.

Great location. Excellent facilities. Well equipped kitchen. Incredibly comfortable bed. Very clean and cosy. Would highly recommend

Wonderful cosy cottage in superb location, everything you need in the cottage, would highly recommend and will definitely return.

It's a lovely spot.

Perfect for a break away. Clean, homely, and comfortable.

Our 2nd time at this property and everything is perfect for us.

Comfy beds, 2 sitting areas giving our respective party members privacy if needed, superb location. Opposite one of our favour public houses!!!! The only thing that sticks out is the top drawer runner in the dishwasher may need replacing or repairing. Only used it a couple of times and when pulling the drawer out to fill the dishwasher, the right hand side came off its runner. Wasn't an issue as quite easy to fix but think it needs a more permanent fix putting in place. Other than that can't fault anything and we are looking to come back!

Another fabulous stay.

This really is a wonderful cottage. Diolch a nadolig llawen iawn i chi gyd.

Comfortable as usual.

Looking forward to a return visit in the Spring. You have a lovely welcoming home.

Best place we have booked hence our second visit

Lovely, quirky well-equipped property in a great location.

Beautiful little courtyard garden. Our dog was very happy there. Only slight criticism was one shower not working, but when mentioned the response was quick. Pot-pouri/air fresheners are a problem for those with chest complaints so we had to put them all away. The pub opposite was three meters away and really friendly!

The house smelt awful when we entered and the smell lingered for a couple of days.

It was reminiscent of a hospital smell and hard to tell if it was something the cleaner had used prior to our stay (the floors were still wet) but after a few days we discovered the lining of the curtain over the back door was literally covered in mould so that might have contributed to the smell. We knew the patio area was small but it was awful. There was a huge wheelie bin on there and wherever it was placed you would not have been able to sit anywhere without it being right next to you. It was crammed full and the lid was ajar so it smelt. The patio itself was unusable because the chairs had degraded with bits of the seat bottoms dropping off. You simply could not use them. The sofas did appear to be quite new but as per previous feedback we have read they are simply not comfortable but this is nothing to do with how new they are, It is because the seating part is so small. They have no seat depth so you end up perched on them and you are unable to relax. There are signs literally everywhere in the property warning you or advising you about this and that. The one place there were no warning signs was above the doors in the bedrooms. I cut my head open on the frame of the double bedroom first on the left as you come up the stairs. This was because rather than a traditional frame construction, there is a thin wooden frame running inside the door frame that is about 3-4 mm thick. I caught my head on this as I exited the room one night and I am only 5' 8"! I appreciate the bathrooms are new but the sinks are too small and the lighting in the bathroom with the bath is inadequate with no light anywhere near the sink so shaving is an issue. Even in summer (though granted it was not a hot week) we found not being able to open the windows due to secondary glazing prevented being able to get some fresh air in the property was a a big issue. Having said all this, the property was well equipped and actually considerably bigger than we expected. We were a party of 6 and we never felt cramped. It was clean (apart from the mould) and the kitchen was very well equipped. The location for us was perfect. We know Ambleside very well and the cottage is very central and 6 steps from possibly our favourite pub in the world - 'The Golden Rule'. So a mixed bag. We would not return but we did have a good week.

Lovely large cottage in great lication

We stayed for a week in June 2022 and enjoyed fabulous weather for the majority of our visit.

Springwell Cottage is positioned right opposite the Golden Rule pub so great news for staggering home - about 7 or 8 steps!! The road is pretty quiet and we had the windows open at night due to the good weather and really didn't hear any traffic. The facilities are good and the kitchen is very well equipped for cooking if you don't want to go out every evening. There is limited storage for food in the kitchen, but the fridge/freezer is full sized so plenty of room in there, There is a parking pass for the nearby car park - it is possible to park up nearish to the cottage and offload/pack up your items - otherwise if you have a lot of stuff or have heavy bags, because it's slightly uphill, it is a bit of a trek but nothing to write home about.

A truly beautiful traditional cottage.

We had a really wonderful time staying there and would definitely return in the future. A great little location with lots of wonderful things to explore close by. Thanks for a great holiday.

It is a cottage full of character.

The kitchen is extremely well stocked which doesn't leave any cupboard space for food. The multiple instructions all over the house are a bit much! This being said, we had a lovely week and managed to relax. We used public transport and our bikes to the fullest as well

This is the best equipped home we have stayed in at Ambleside.

Had a couple of issues which were resolved quickly. Tony the owner was very helpful. Loved the Brew Station. Will defo book again.

We’ve stayed a couple of times at this cottage with friends for long weekends and love it so much that we have booked for next Christmas to come with our family.

The best thing about it is it’s location … right in the heart of Ambleside near all the shops, restaurants and pubs. Pub literally over the road which is cosy. We love the old fashioned and rustic feel to the cottage and some reviews talk about it being modernised but to us that would spoil the feel and the charm of it. The kitchen is well equipped, the lounges comfy and cosy and the welcome pack includes wine and biscuits which is a lovely touch. We would like to see some cosy lighting/lamps introduced to the dining area as we spend our evenings there and the ceiling lights are quite bright. The double beds are very comfy , the two singles less so and could do with some mattress toppers. All beds included spotlessly clean linen and both bathrooms are modern and clean. Highly recommend.

We have stayed in this particular property for Christmas a number of times.

In the past we have arrived to a few personal seasonal touches like chocolates, shortbread and a bottle of wine along with a lovely Christmas card. Noe of that this year which we found disappointing as it’s the little things that make the difference. A new sofa in the front room was really uncomfortable and meant we had to sit around the dining table most of time which was not ideal. The location of this property is great, no so much so for those with mobility problems as it’s in a hill and the access to the back door can be difficult due to paving slabs placed on gravel that move around and also the access to the front door is directly into a narrow road. That said we knew this as like I said it’s not our first visit but that comment is more for those who have not stayed there. While there we looked at the lake lovers site to book somewhere for next Christmas and we’re shocked to see this property had gone in in price so much for 2022. While I appreciate that it might bring it in line with other properties of a similar size I feel that most other properties are beautifully refurbished and modern. This property has clearly not been refurbished (apart from the 2 bathrooms) but could do with it if you are to charge similar prices to the more modern ones.

The cottage is very central.

Permit for car park nearby. Kitchen well kitted out ..all very rustic.. beds comfy pristine sheets..

Considering it was still in semi Covid restrictions the place was exceptionally well equipped

Reported shower not working, got email saying resolved.

2 things...... fault was not resolved and chase up emails not responded to by lakelovers. Further little sticky labels all over property "Dont do this" "dont do that" and "use a bath mat" plus "dont unplug the telly" ........ were in many instances insulting to intelligence!

A beautifully appointed home with everything you could possibly wish for provided, all of the little details taken care of in a tasteful and luxurious manner.

We have already booked to return to Springwell Cottage.