Dixons Court in Ambleside, Cumbria is a spacious property that sleeps twelve guests in five bedrooms, making it ideal for family getaways. The living areas include an open-plan second-floor space with a well-equipped kitchen, dining area, sitting area with Smart TV and woodburning stove, and a sauna. The bedrooms feature two king-size rooms, a third-floor king-size with kitchenette and en-suite bathroom, a second-floor double, and a family room with king-size and bunk beds. Outside, there is an enclosed front balcony with furniture and parking is available in a nearby car park. Two well-behaved pets are allowed, and amenities such as WiFi, fuel, power, bed linen, and towels are included in the price.
The property boasts gas central heating, an electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, Smart TV, WiFi, and a Bluetooth speaker. Additional amenities include a travel cot, highchair, stair gate, enclosed bike store, and a secondary entrance for storing prams. The location offers easy access to a petrol station shop and pub within 0.1 miles, as well as a lake within 0.9 miles. The Lake District region is known for its impressive mountains, open fells, and clear-water lakes, providing various outdoor activities such as walking, watersports, and scenic cruises on steam-powered yachts.
Ambleside, situated at the northern tip of Lake Windermere, serves as an excellent base for exploring the central Lakes, with attractions like Grasmere and the Langdale Valley just a short drive away. The village offers a range of activities including cruises, boat trips, watersports on Lake Windermere, and numerous shops, restaurants, and pubs. Visitors can enjoy the picturesque views of the lake from the parkland at Waterhead or take a walk through Stock Ghyll to see the beautiful waterfall of Stock Ghyll Force. Ambleside is also known for its annual rushbearing ceremony and the iconic 17th-century "Bridge House," which is a popular landmark in the Lake District and now serves as the National Trust Information Centre.
Self-catering cottage holidays in the UK and Ireland can still be a green option. You can have the comforts of home and the flexibility to do what you want; when you want - without the hassles of air travel!