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4 Swiss Villas

Ambleside, Cumbria
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Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Decorated for Christmas
Downstairs bathroom
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
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At a glance

  • Traditional stone property, centrally located in the heart of Ambleside
  • Explore all the Lake District has to offer straight from your front door
  • Stylish and charming property, full of character while retaining original features
Property code: OC-GL035

4 Swiss Villas is superbly located in the centre of Ambleside and is ideal for a relaxing or active holiday with a group of friends or family. This attractive three-storey property is situated just off the main street, on a lane leading down to Rothay Park, a fantastic park with a large grassed area and play area for children. In 2005 the property was extended to make a comfortable space for 6 and truly feels like a home away from home.

The front is set in an elevated position up a short flight of outside steps which are well lit for when it gets dark. The front door leads into a long hallway with the main staircase and the kitchen/dining area through to your left. The kitchen/diner has an original feature fireplace and Lakeland stone floor throughout. At one end there is a charming, rustic dining table with chairs and a large bay window with seating, to enjoy the view over the fells and village. The kitchen has all mod cons including a dishwasher, washing machine, fridge-freezer, microwave, slow cooker, oven and hob and an abundance of crockery and kitchen equipment to suit requirements. The kitchen area leads through into the boot room, shower room, cellar and the back door.

The boot room has plenty of space for muddy boots and to hang coats, you can also access the patio area from here via the back door. The cellar has plenty of space for storing bikes and holiday equipment, along with an additional fridge/freezer and tumble dryer. 

To the left of the kitchen/diner is the lounge, which has a gas operated cast iron stove, perfect for those cold winter nights. There’s seating for six, plenty of books and games for guests to use, along with a large smart TV.

Up the first flight of stairs you are met by the family bathroom with bath/shower, sink and toilet. On the first floor is a twin bedroom overlooking the rooftops of Millans Park and the large master bedroom, with a queen-size zip link bed (can be arranged as twins on request) and great views over the rooftops of the village towards Wansfell and beyond. On the top floor is another large bedroom with a king-size bed and views towards the fells.

The house benefits from a large patio that goes front to back, this is mostly paved and gravelled. A picnic table is provided on the side patio and a bench at the front to enjoy the view and watch the world go by.

4 Swiss Villas has a rear gate which leads out along a communal path to Millans Park offering level access to the property. Guests can then come and go using the back door of the property which leads straight into the boot room.

A parking permit allows residents to park 1 car in Vicarage Road and Millans Park. 

The cottage is in an excellent location for enjoying all Ambleside has to offer. You are 50 yards from Zeffirelli’s Cinema and Restaurant, numerous wine bars, restaurants (Matthew's Bistro is a particular favourite of the owners) and pubs are all close by.

N.B. there is low water pressure at this property.

  • 3 bedrooms – 1 queen-size zip-and-link (can be arranged as a twin on request), 1 king-size, 1 twin
  • 2 bathrooms – bathroom with shower over the bath and WC, separate walk-in shower room with WC
  • Oven and hob, slow cooker, 2x fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine, dryer
  • Smart TV
  • Wrap-around patio with picnic table and bench
  • Parking permit provided for 1 car along Vicarage Road and Millans Park (50 metres). 1 hour street parking available directly outside the property for unloading, on a first come, first serve basis
  • Secure storage for equipment and bicycles in the cellar
  • Shop and pub 100 metres
  • Beach 22 miles
  • Low, sloping ceilings with reduced head height on the second floor
  • There is level access to the property via the rear gate, along a shared path, which enters directly into the boot room
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Kieron Anderson

This property is personally managed by Kieron.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 20 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Van Passel 4th May 2025

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Top location, well equiped

Reviewed by Shaun 27th April 2025

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Reviewed by Lesley 22nd March 2025

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Fanastic place to stay! So comfortable, clean and well equipped. It is also in a great position. It's our second visit and we will definetely be back.

Reviewed by Alan 6th February 2025

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The cottage was really good, centrally located is excellent, the kitchen is very well equipped and lots of games to choose on wet days. Would definitely stay again. Thank you to the owners for the 15 to spend in the local deli

Reviewed by Michael 27th January 2025

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Reviewed by Peter 3rd November 2024

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Reviewed by Darren 20th October 2024

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Great location , low ceilings so beware if you are tall ! overall its worth considering for a Short stay right in the heart of Ambleside

Reviewed by Michael 4th October 2024

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Having taken a while to locate the property it was well worth the searching as the property was beautiful from top to bottom, really cosy and warm with everything you'll need at hand. The location is superb with numerous restaurants and pubs within a few minutes walk. Our first visit to Ambleside but definitely not our last. Really really enjoyed Read moreour stay. 10/10 Hide

Reviewed by Irene 3rd September 2024

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Reviewed by Rebecca 31st August 2024

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Perfect house and location, very quiet and within walking distance of all shops, pubs etc. ideal with a dog with the back utility area when your wet to come in the back door and remove all wet gear. Would definitely come back again

Reviewed by Justine 26th August 2024

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Reviewed by Suzi 3rd August 2024

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Lovely cottage in an ideal location and very well equipped

Reviewed by Debra 12th July 2024

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This is an absolutely beautiful cottage and extremely well equipped. Washing Machine and dryer were particularly welcome. Lots of board games including Lakes edition Monopoly which was very useful on a very wet day . Great for our dogs with large boot room and kitchen with washable floor. Steps quite steep at the front but easily accessible baRead moreck entrance which was great for my less mobile sister. Brilliant location in centre of Ambleside Hide

Reviewed by Joanna 30th April 2024

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Lovely cottage great location Very clean beds comfy Great size kitchen cosy living room outside space for the dogs very secure You can really watch the world go by here in the heart of Ambleside

Reviewed by Katie 6th April 2024

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Fabulously located cottage in the centre of Ambleside but down quiet side street. Beautifully appointed lounge and kitchen-diner. Could sit all day in the two seats in the window, watching the hills and the people walking below. Top bedroom has lack of headroom which isnt mentioned on website. But as long as you dont mind some ducking the place is Read moreperfect. Very special stay, we loved it. Hide

Reviewed by Lesley 10th March 2024

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Just perfect, had everything we need and more. Attention to detail outstanding. Lovely house in a great location, we will be back.

Reviewed by Louise 21st February 2024

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Beautiful cottage perfect for a family to explore Ambleside

Reviewed by Anonymous 19th August 2023

Perfect cottage for us, lots of games for our 10 year old, jigsaws for the adults and lots of space for our black Labrador to sunbathe outside - the boot room doubled up as her bedroom and it was great having somewhere she could escape to at night to get much needed rests after walks and swims in Rydal Water. Lots of walks for us all to do directlyRead more from the cottage, and our 10 year old loved the freedom of going to the playpark on their own. Takeaways from Jintana Thai, Dodds and Misto. Had an amazing week, our first proper holiday since lockdown. Thank you for sharing your superb cottage with us - already thinking about when we can come back! Hide

Reviewed by Richard 6th August 2023

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Well equipped, comfortable and spacious. Good location for local walks and strolling into Ambleside.

Reviewed by Andy 25th May 2023

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Used this cottage before. Well looked after and in a great location. A credit to its owners.

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