"Woolly End was fab, we had a great stay as a family of 4."
Everything is there that you need - the kitchen is the best equipped of any cottage I've ever stayed in. Parking was fine - we got spaces just outside the cottage most days, and other parking is so close its not a problem at all. And for the location of the cottage, right in the middle of everything, it's worth it! We did send feedback on a few issues with the the downstairs TV which meant we didn't have TV while we were there really - not a problem too much as its good to have a break but with 2 kids to entertain and needing a relax in the evening it would have been nice! Instead we did jigsaws- there's a good one in the cottage and we supplemented with another one :) All in all I strongly recommend the cottage, Michelle and Stephen clearly take good care of it and want their guests to enjoy it, which we very much did - thank you!
Hi Roz
What a fab review, thank you. We're happy you enjoyed Woolly End and love to hear what you get up to. Glad you liked the Library jigsaw and thank you for the new one too. Sorry about the TV, a new one was delivered on Monday, thanks for letting us know. Hope you can stay with us again soon.
Property Owner
Reviewed by Roz4.7★ Mar 2024
"Fantastic cottage in the heart of the village."
The toilet on the top floor was a bit of a bind but other than that clean and everything we needed.
Thank you for your feedback. We are glad that you enjoyed the property and the local area.
Lakelovers Owner Team
Property Owner
Reviewed by Shirley3.4★ Mar 2024
"This property is so well-placed in the heart of Ambleside."
It was spotless, comfortable and had everything we needed - a great base for a walking holiday
Hi Jo
We're so pleased you liked Woolly End and found it clean and comfortable. Hope we can welcome you back again soon. Kind regards Michelle and Stephen.
Property Owner
Reviewed by Jo5.0★ Feb 2024
"Excellent location for everything in Ambleside."
Cottage was well equipped. Lovely touch with Christmas card, Prosecco & biscuits from owners as a welcome. Bit of a hike up to the bathroom but to be expected from an old cottage with a 2nd floor bathroom. Sofas not the comfiest for relaxing due to the low backs but didn’t spend that much time on them. Glad to have the SLDC car park pass as couldn’t get on the road while we were there, not a problem for us as car park not far. All in all, a nice cottage and would recommend.
Hi Louise
Thank you for your lovely review. We are so pleased that you enjoyed your Christmas holiday, glad the car park pass was useful. We hope to welcome you back to beautiful Ambleside very soon.
Kind Regards
Michelle
Property Owner
Reviewed by Louise3.8★ Dec 2023
"A lovely place to stay, clean, comfortable and homely."
Second time at Woolly End and will definitely return.
We really appreciate your feedback, so glad that you enjoyed your holiday. Hope to welcome you for a third stay at Woolly End.
Property Owner
Reviewed by Keith5.0★ Nov 2023
"This is our 2nd stay in Woolly End and we have no complaints."
Lovely cosy rental with comfortable beds and everything you need for a pleasant stay. It's ideally situated for everything and the parking wasn't a hassle even though the road was full and we had to park in the main car park, it was so easy. We'll definately be back again.
Thank you so much for your feedback, really appreciate it. It's good to know you find the beds comfortable. We're so glad you stayed with us again and look forward to welcoming you in the future.
Property Owner
Reviewed by Karen5.0★ Sep 2023
"Lovely cottage, very comfortable."
A great place to stay for our young family. It was a real home from home. We appreciated the high standard of equipment in the kitchen and the comfortable beds. A great location and an enjoyable stay. Many thanks!
We're so pleased you enjoyed your stay at Woolly End and glad you found the beds comfortable. We want Woolly to be a home from home for all guests. Hope you can stay again with us sometime.
Property Owner
Reviewed by George5.0★ Aug 2023
"While the cottage is lovely it was a surprising struggle given the only toilet facility was on the top floor requiring two flights of stairs."
The listing does note accurately only one bathroom, but I feel it should have been more obvious in the listing that the only toilet was difficult to access. The lack of a railing on the first level stairs made it exceedingly difficult for my 80 year old father to get upstairs. He needed to use his hands on the stairs. Otherwise, the location is excellent, cottage was clean and well decorated. Additional outdoor seating so the three of us could enjoy the patio together would be a valuable addition. Thank you for sharing your home.
Thank you for your feedback. We're sorry you had issues during your stay. The cottage details have been updated on the Lakelovers website to state clearly that the bathroom is on the top floor. The handrail idea will be looked into also. We hope you had a lovely holiday.
Property Owner
Reviewed by Anna4.7★ Apr 2023
"Front door lock is a nightmare."
must be resolved. Key box a pain. Esp at night when it’s black.
Nothing in the house excluding tea/coffee/sugar/milk sachets.
How about passing on the vibe. Salt pepper, oil. Simple basics.
No welcome letter, this was poor. Just a simple hello, welcome, WiFi code is heating, garbage days, recycling, instead of tasteless plaques all over the house.
Zero privacy re windows,
Bed linen way too much fabric conditioner and duvets to hot and too heavy.
Final note make it clear the toilet/bathroom is on the very top floor.
What I am saying is make your rental more welcoming upon arrival esp when we are paying good money.
Other than these notes, I enjoyed my stay, quieter than I thought it would be, peaceful, parking went well, location is the best part. The property is well kept, Lovely brand new carpet. WiFi worked, fully equipped kitchen. Proper size TV.
I would go back which is best recommendation I can give you. Just sort out the above.
Thank you
We're sorry you had issues during your stay with us, we want Woolly End to be comfortable and cosy for all guests. We have replaced the missing welcome folder, it should have been there for your arrival which shows the wifi code, bin/recycling, heating etc. Salt, pepper, oil has been replenished and the spring/autumn duvets on are all beds. Really hope you will come back and stay again and we do appreciate your feedback.
Property Owner
Reviewed by Nicola4.1★ Mar 2023
"A wonderful warm and cosy cottage in a great location for everything Ambleside has to offer."
We will definitely be returning soon.
We're so pleased you enjoyed your stay at Woolly End. It's good to hear you found it warm and comfortable. We look forward to you staying with us again.
Property Owner
Reviewed by Paul5.0★ Feb 2023
"Thought property was really good, clean and had everything I needed."
Facilities were good. The only additional thing that other places like this have offered would be a few board games for people to play if they want. But in reality that is not essential. I thought the night lights on the stairs were a really nice touch too
Thank you for your feedback. We've put some new board games and books back in Woolly End again, appreciate the reminder. We hope you stay again with us.
Property Owner
Reviewed by Anthony4.7★ Jun 2022
"Woolly End Cottage is a lovely place to stay in Ambleside."
It’s very central and although the parking on the street can be very busy we had no problems during the week we were there.
The cottage is very cosy and has everything you could possibly need to make your stay comfortable, including hiking poles, which were fabulous as I forgot ours. It’s spotlessly clean and the beds are very comfortable, it’s definately somewhere I will be returning to.
We're so glad you enjoyed your time at Woolly End. Thank you for your feedback and hope you stay again.
Property Owner
Reviewed by Karen5.0★ Jun 2022
"Lack of communication from Sykes regarding key collection."
The email regarding key collection did not arrive before we set off I had to ring HO to find out where to collect and was told the collection site shut @ 16.00hrs. The office was Lake Overs? Ambleside.
Finding the cottage with no info not easy.
The cottage was not trimmed up for Christmas
( disappointed) it was cold on entry.
Lack of info from Sykes in the cottage .
I will think twice before I use Sykes.
Steve Budgen.
Thank you for taking the time to feedback after your recent stay. We apologise you did not recieve our two emails prompting you of the changes prior to your stay. We contacted you on the 13th December to make you aware that there were changes and we sent you another 7 days before your stay with the exact changes and new arrangements. Our office closes at 5.30pm so I am sorry that you were given the incorrect information here regarding opening times too. The key collection arrangement has recently changed and moved from pick up at Windermere to Ambleside to make it easier for guests going straight to Woolly End Cottage in Ambleside. We have re-looked at the directions and arrangements and have ensured they are clearer moving forward. Kind Regards,
Property Owner
Reviewed by Steve3.8★ Dec 2021
"Great location and for us had everything we needed."
Thank you for your feedback Mrs Essex. We are so pleased you enjoyed your holiday at Woolly End Cottage.
We do hope you can return again in the near future.
Property Owner
Reviewed by Christine4.7★ Jul 2021
"Nicely situated and good facilities, a comfortable vase for a few days walking."
Warm, clean and a good bath.
Enjoyed staying there.
Thank you for your comments. We are pleased you enjoyed your stay at Woolly End. It is a good bath!
Thank you once again for your feedback and we do hope to see you again in the future.
Property Owner
Reviewed by Susan5.0★ May 2021
"Location great."
Cleanliness great. Would have been good to have had wood for the fire when we arrived...only place we've stayed at that hasn't been provided; I really think that should be sorted. Seating in lounge v limited had 6 people been staying. Newly decorated so felt v 'together'. Would stay again. Thanks v much.
Thank you for your kind comments, we are happy to hear you liked the new decor. We do advertise to accommodate 5 people for the reason you highlighted, it's nice and cosy for 5 though. We don't advertise the logs though for the woodburner as these can be purchased locally in the village. We hope to see you again in the future, thank you.
Property Owner
Reviewed by Fiona3.4★ Apr 2021
"Fantastic facilities for kids, lots of toys for all ages."
This is the best equipped holiday cottage I've stayed in. Great central location but quiet.
Mr ChesterMay 2019
"We have returned to this same property several times - need we say more!"
Mrs HamApr 2019
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