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8.0
Very good
- 2 Bedrooms
- 2 Bathrooms
- Pets allowed
- 4 People
- WiFi
- Cottage
Stable Cottage is a charming former carriage house resting in the peaceful hamlet of Clappersgate, just outside Ambleside in Cumbria. This well-presented, two-bedroom cottage is ideal for couples, families or friends looking for a characterful base with riverside access and easy reach of Lake Windermere and the surrounding fells. Inside, guests are welcomed into a warm and inviting lounge, complete with leather sofas arranged around a feature fireplace with homely gas fire, a dining table for relaxed meals, and a Smart TV for evening entertainment. The shaker-style kitchen sits just off the living area and is well equipped with a gas hob, electric oven, fridge with freezer box, dishwasher and washer dryer. A stable door opens to let the light flood in, adding to the cottage’s welcoming feel.
The property offers two bathrooms: a family bathroom with bath, basin and WC located adjacent to the twin bedroom, and a compact shower room with basin and WC accessed via the kitchen. Sleeping arrangements include a pretty twin bedroom on the ground floor and a dual-aspect master bedroom upstairs, which features a king-size bed and a quaint balcony overlooking the courtyard. Outside, guests can enjoy a private seating area with bistro furniture to the side of the cottage. Across the road, a shared riverside garden with a barbecue area and access to the River Brathay provides a tranquil spot to unwind. Please note, the river can flow swiftly depending on the weather, and children should be supervised at all times.
The nearby village of Ambleside is a popular Lake District destination, offering a wide range of independent shops, traditional pubs, and excellent restaurants. Enjoy a scenic cruise from Waterhead Pier, explore the dramatic Lakeland fells on foot, or visit nearby towns such as Grasmere, Windermere and Bowness. Cultural highlights include Dove Cottage and The Wordsworth Museum, while outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the abundance of walking routes, cycling trails and watersports opportunities. Stable Cottage is a delightful base for discovering the very best of the Lake District.
The property offers two bathrooms: a family bathroom with bath, basin and WC located adjacent to the twin bedroom, and a compact shower room with basin and WC accessed via the kitchen. Sleeping arrangements include a pretty twin bedroom on the ground floor and a dual-aspect master bedroom upstairs, which features a king-size bed and a quaint balcony overlooking the courtyard. Outside, guests can enjoy a private seating area with bistro furniture to the side of the cottage. Across the road, a shared riverside garden with a barbecue area and access to the River Brathay provides a tranquil spot to unwind. Please note, the river can flow swiftly depending on the weather, and children should be supervised at all times.
The nearby village of Ambleside is a popular Lake District destination, offering a wide range of independent shops, traditional pubs, and excellent restaurants. Enjoy a scenic cruise from Waterhead Pier, explore the dramatic Lakeland fells on foot, or visit nearby towns such as Grasmere, Windermere and Bowness. Cultural highlights include Dove Cottage and The Wordsworth Museum, while outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the abundance of walking routes, cycling trails and watersports opportunities. Stable Cottage is a delightful base for discovering the very best of the Lake District.
Stable Cottage consists of a kitchen with electric oven, gas hob, fridge with freezer box, washer/dryer and dishwasher, and a living/dining room with Smart TV and gas fire. The bedrooms consist of one double and one twin, serviced by a bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC, and a shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC. Outside, there is a private seating area with bistro furniture and a shared riverside garden with barbecue and river access. Off-road parking for 1 car. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shop 0.3 miles, pub 0.7 miles. WiFi, fuel, power, bed linen and towels are all included in the price. Stable Cottage is a welcoming base for exploring the Lake District. Note: The river can flow swiftly depending on the weather; children must be supervised at all times.
Please Note: There is a mezzanine floor which is not accessible to guests
Please note: There is a £200 Good Housekeeping deposit payable with the final balance which will be refunded subsequent to departure.
What this place offers you
WiFi
Parking
TV
Garden
Dishwasher
Washing machine
Fridge
Bed linen
Sleeping arrangements
Kingsize bed
Where you'll stay
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House rules
- Check-in: From 16:00
- Check-out: Until 10:00
- Pets allowed
Guest reviews
8.0
Very good
Nice clean cottage but the bedroom above the kitchen is a bit spooky
8.0
Molly W., Aug 2025, United Kingdom 🇬🇧
Cottage is loverly apart from the spooky bedroom above kitchen. Also lack of information about the cottage directions to the garden area would be nice, as the outside space outside the cottage is not usable. Also parking was very tight. Directions to the pub and shops would help as its advertised as...
The spooky bedroom above the kitchen
No outside space
Lack of information
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