About this property

Comfortable Accommodation: Bakestones in Ambleside offers a holiday home with three bedrooms and one bathroom. The property includes a fully equipped kitchen, washing machine, and TV. Convenient Facilities: Guests enjoy free WiFi and free on-site private parking. The home is pet-friendly, welcoming travellers with pets. Local Attractions: Located 9 km from the World of Beatrix Potter, 17 km from Lake Windermere, and 42 km from Muncaster Castle. Boating is available in the surrounding area. Guest Satisfaction: Highly rated for its central and convenient location, Bakestones ensures a pleasant stay for all visitors.

Couples particularly like the location — they rated it 10 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

    • Situated in the best rated area in Ambleside, this property has an excellent location score of 9.8

    • Free private parking available on-site


Availability

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Accommodation Type
Number of guests
 
Bedroom 1
1 extra-large double bed
Bedroom 2
1 single bed
Bedroom 3
1 single bed
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Guests who stayed here loved

  • Natalie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The accommodation was perfect, great location and such a unique property with all the comforts of home.
  • Sharon
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location shops pubs and bus stops all minutes away
  • Rebekah
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Central location right off the main street and next door to a Tapas bar - ideal! Really liked that we were able to park at the property. Loved the quirkiness of the place and my bed (the double)was incredibly comfortable. The 'woodburner' was...
  • Ann-marie
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    The accommodation felt like a home from home. We love the little touches and location
  • Paula
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Bakestones is exceptionally quirky and full of charm. Lots of personal touches and information about local attractions and eateries. 100% recommend for a perfect base and stay in the Lake District.
  • Helen
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Very central location with its own parking. Very clean from garage up to top bedroom. Very well equipped throughout and clear instructions for all appliances in handy files. Comfy sofas and chairs, and lots of quirky features.
  • Paul
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Cozy and comfortable apartment right in the centre of Ambleside. Well furnished and modern fittings mixed with the old rustic charm of the building. Good sized bedrooms, really comfotable lounge area and good sized kitchen and dining area. Free...
  • Jane
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Bakehouse is a prime, central location in Ambleside, in the heart of the town, surrounded by restaurants and pubs plus all the local facilities on your doorstep. It is a quirky, historical property which is beautifully furnished and everything you...
  • Jayne
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Loved the location, garage parking space was wonderful. We have a Paceman Mini, so it fitted in just fine with a little room to spare, but not sure if a larger car would fit. Very comfortable and clean. Would stay again.
  • Paula
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Great location. Good to have parking on site. Proper very clean and comfortable. Good living space.

Host Information

Company review score: 9.4Based on 1,268 reviews from 15 properties
15 managed properties

Company information

Bakestones is part of the Brathay Cottage Collection, a family run business that lets and manages, in our opinion, some of the best holiday properties in the Lake District. We always aim to provide, not only the perfect base for your holiday in the Lakes, but the perfect service and personal touch to ensure you make the most of your time in the Lake District.

Property information

Sarah and Andy welcome you to the beautiful Bakestones, situated right in the heart of Ambleside village, Bakestones is a true gem of a cottage which is perfect for friends and family alike. At just a stones throw away from the world renowned Old Stamp House restaurant, Bakestones is the ideal base for you to explore the culinary delights of the Village. If walking and sightseeing is at the top of your to-do list, there is also an abundance of wonderful Lakeland walks and trails right from your doorstep, including Loughrigg fell, Wansfell Pike and the Stockghyll Force waterfalls. With a secure garage Bakestones is one of the few holiday cottages in the centre of the village to boast on site parking. Built in the 17th century Bakestones has been in a fixture in the village of Ambleside for over 300 years and was once the premises of the oldest grocers shop in England.

Language spoken

English

Property surroundings

House rules

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Check-in
From 16:00
You'll need to let the property know in advance what time you'll arrive.
Check-out
Until 09:00
Cancellation/ prepayment
Cancellation and prepayment policies vary according to accommodation type. Please enter the dates of your stay and check the conditions of your required option.
Children and beds

Child policies

Children of any age are welcome.

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Cot and extra bed policies

0 - 2 years
Cot upon request
Free

The number of cots allowed is dependent on the option you choose. Please check your selected option for more information.

There are no extra beds available at this property.

All cots are subject to availability.

No age restriction
There is no age requirement for check-in
Payments by Booking.com
Booking.com takes your payment on behalf of the property for this stay, but make sure you have cash for any extras once you get there.
Smoking
Smoking is not allowed.
Parties
Parties/events are not allowed
Pets
Free!Pets are allowed. No extra charges.

The fine print

Need-to-know information for guests at this property

This property will not accommodate hen, stag or similar parties.