High Ridge, Ambleside, Cumbria - Sleeps 2

This lovely spacious and contemporary second floor apartment is situated above a retail store in the heart of the popular town of Ambleside within the magnificent Lake District National Park. This welcoming apartment is an ideal base for four people wishing to explore this wonderful part of Cumbria. Inside there is a contemporary kitchen, dining area and spacious sitting room where a window seat allows for people watching below, whilst from the rear of the property you can enjoy views across Ambleside to Wansfell.

Completing the accommodation is a bathroom, double bedroom and twin bedroom. Although you are in the centre of Ambleside, just a short walk from High Ridge takes you to the pretty Rothay Park with superb views across the River Rothay to Loughrigg. Why not walk along the valley to the pretty hamlet of Rydal and Rydal Mount, the home of William Wordsworth?

From here you can pick up the 'coffin trail’ and follow this ancient route along to Grasmere and then return via Loughrigg back to High Ridge to enjoy a delicious evening meal in one of the many excellent restaurants that can be found in Ambleside. At any time of year, a cruise from Waterhead up Lake Windermere on the Windermere Steamer is a delightful way to appreciate this magnificent landscape.

Stop off at Bowness-on-Windermere or continue down to Lakeside and visit the Aquarium of the Lakes. Whatever your reason to visit this charming base, you will appreciate the handy location with shops and restaurants on the doorstep surrounded by fells and lakes to explore.

High Ridge, Ambleside - Property Amenities

Gas central heating. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washer/dryer,wifi, TV with Freeview, DVD. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Travel cot and highchair. Sorry, no smoking. Shops and pubs 1 min walk. Note: This property is split level with a small number of internal steps. Property accepts 2 well behaved dogs. Please note : High Ridge does not accept Sunday check-ins. Please note: There is no parking at this property

About the Ambleside area

Ambleside is situated at the northern tip of Lake Windermere offering a great base to explore the area. Ambleside has a number of shops, restaurants and pubs, as well as the annual rushbearing ceremony and the 17th century “Bridge House”. Also cruises, boat trips and watersports can be enjoyed on Lake Windermere.