Cosy Ambleside hideaway with secret garden

Cosy self-catering cottage for up to two adults in the Lake District National Park.

Peaceful and private with a small walled terrace garden with views of the fells.

Restaurants, pubs, shops and walks to the beautiful Lake District fells are on your doorstep. No need for a car!

The Wash House is an historic detached cottage on one floor hidden 100 metres above the centre of Ambleside. Once a wash house, then the studio of the sculptor Josefina de Vasconcellos, the Wash House has now been cleverly converted to provide everything needed for a perfect holiday in quite a small space.
Private sunny terrace garden covered in clematis and wisteria with views of the fells and the rooftops.
Restaurants, pubs, shops and walks on your doorstep.

Accommodation

The Sitting Room
This bright, high ceilinged room has a wood burning stove (a fire starter pack is provided). There is an LED TV with Freesat and Netflix (bring your own login) DVD player, WiFi and Roberts digital radio with Bluetooth. Books, DVDs, maps and games are provided just in case it rains. There is a fold up table and chairs for inside dining. Hanging area and drawers for clothes. View into the garden and over the roofs of Ambleside.

The Kitchen
Step down into the fitted kitchen equipped with oven, hob and fridge with freezer compartment. There is a kettle, toaster and cooking equipment.

The Bed Box
Clamber into bed in the cosy bed box with its romantic fairy lights. A snug fully enclosed sleeping chamber with access at both sides, one of which is a bit of a squeeze! There is storage for luggage on top or underneath and a shelf at the head of the bed with bedside lights and space for books and drinks. Ethically sourced feather duvets and pillows with cotton bedding (non-allergen bedding available on request).

The Bathroom
The bathroom is a fully waterproofed wet room with a thermostatic shower, large mirror and towel radiator. Towels are provided.

The Garden
The terrace is South facing and has a table and chairs with views of the fells and the town below. Hidden from the lane by a high wall and lockable door, there is room for bicycles (at your own risk). The terrace is fenced, though not dog proofed.

Guest access
The Wash House is accessed from Peggy Hill, a pedestrian lane. You can unload your car at the top (approximately 25 metres away) or at the bottom (50 metres) of Peggy Hill. Some free on street parking is available on the surrounding lanes. Otherwise the Pay and Display car park is 200 metres walk. Full details of parking will be sent to you. Access by public transport or bicycle is very easy. Ambleside can be reached by bus (often open top) from Windermere, or by ferry from Bowness. There is a shuttle service from the pier at Waterhead into the centre of Ambleside.

Other things to note:
The terrace is surrounded by a high wall and decorative iron railings to the south. Please be aware there is a steep drop beyond the railings.
We'll send you our terms and conditions as part of the booking process and you have the option to cancel your booking if you're unhappy with them.

The area:
Ambleside is a well known and beautiful Lake District town with plenty of shops and facilities. There are many pubs, cafes and restaurants within walking distance. The Wash House is set amongst pretty stone and whitewashed cottages in the oldest part of the town above the river which you can hear clearly from the garden when it has been raining.

Ambleside is in the heart of the Lake District so there is plenty to do and visit all around. You can walk to the fells from the door or do shorter trips – Stockghyll Falls are only 15 to 20 minutes walk away. Play crazy golf, go to the cinema or relax at the Salutation Hotel Spa, which is almost next door to the Wash House.