Guests say
Rosewood by the River in Ambleside is a well-loved cottage, praised for its superb location, comfort, and stylish decor. Guests have enjoyed the property's charm, modern fittings, and the stunning river views. The welcoming atmosphere and the thoughtful touches, such as a welcome basket, contribute to its appeal, although some guests have noted minor issues with cleanliness and maintenance.
Most guests found Rosewood to be comfortable and well-presented, but there were a few mentions of cleanliness issues such as dust and leftover debris from previous guests. These seem to be isolated incidents rather than the norm.
The location is consistently described as stunning, idyllic, and perfect, with easy access to local walks and amenities. The proximity to the river and the views it provides are highly valued by guests.
Guests have found the house to be warm, comfortable, and uncluttered, with comfortable beds and a cosy atmosphere. There are minor comments about creaky floorboards, but overall the comfort level is rated highly.
The property is well-equipped and stylishly decorated, with modern fittings and a generous supply of logs for the burner. However, some guests mentioned a lack of certain items like kindling, a potato masher, and a large serving plate.
The thoughtful gestures, such as welcome gifts and a comprehensive info pack, are appreciated, although it's noted that such gifts are a courtesy and not guaranteed. Some guests suggested an increase in basic supplies would be considerate.
About this property
Excellent eco-friendly accommodation for eight in sought-after Skelwith! A love-seat pagoda sits by the rocks and rivulets of the Brathay in the picture-perfect garden of Rosewood By The River, and a luxurious and generously sized garden dining set awaits you on the patio. This is a place to retreat to with friends and family and relax fully in the finest of Lakeland locations!
Like a wooden house from a fairytale, Rosewood By The River perches charmingly on the banks of the Brathay as it flows through the pretty hamlet of Skelwith Bridge. Mature shrubs and trees surround the eco-friendly structure, ideally suited to its surroundings, and the green and shady garden is a magical place to sit and listen to the soothing sound of the waters slipping by.
Inside, the pale greys of the living area are perfectly in tune with your need for relaxation, and the comfortable yet elegant furnishings are echoed throughout, including in the superb glass-ceiling sun-room, and in the sophisticated kitchen, which offers you the pinnacle of the country living experience. Excellent use of glass in Rosewood extends to the bedrooms, and your private retreats are spacious, stylish and pleasingly light-filled.
Skelwith boasts an excellent hotel with walker's bar, along with the well-loved cafe Chesters By The River, which offers a genuinely addictive selection of fine cakes and pastries, excellent coffee, amazing salads, and a winningly relaxed atmosphere for sitting out on the verandah on a sunny day. There is a lovely gift shop attached, too, and we're sure your party will want to stock up on picnic materials here!
Rambling paths run through the fields and woodlands in all directions towards Coniston, Hawkshead, Grasmere and Elterwater. The latter sits in the Great Langdale Valley, in whose mouth your holiday retreat lies. Along with Little Langdale, this is one of the most stunning and sought-after areas in Lakeland, and is full of excellent exploring, climbing, biking and hiking opportunities, including routes up the iconic sharp-peaked Langdale Pikes.
With popular Ambleside and all the attractions of Lake Windermere in easy reach, the location, like the property itself, is a real winner! Rosewood By The River will quickly become a family favourite when you stay with us here.
Lying at the northern tip of Lake Windermere, England’s largest lake, Ambleside makes a superb base for touring the central Lakes, with Grasmere and the Langdale Valley just a short drive away. There is plenty to do here - cruises, boat trips and watersports on Lake Windermere itself and numerous shops, restaurants and pubs in the village to suit all tastes. On the lakeside at Waterhead, the parkland offers lovely views down the lake and a short stretch of beach, whilst a walk in the other direction, following Stock Ghyll through woodland, will bring you to the entrancing waterfall of Stock Ghyll Force. Along with the Lake and the great walking on offer, Ambleside is also famous for its annual rushbearing ceremony and the diminutive 17th century “Bridge House” - one of the most photographed buildings in the Lake District and now the National Trust Information Centre.
Accommodation
Over 1 floor.
4 x bedrooms; 2 x king size with en suite, 1 x king size, 1 x twin, family bathroom.
Lounge.
Sitting room.
Kitchen / dining space.
Gardens.
Furnished patio.
Private parking.
Luxurious Lakeland residence with breathtaking riverside frontage.
Beautiful gardens with patios, decking & sumptuous riverside including furniture.
Wi-Fi.
TVs with I-player.
DVD player.
Sonos.
Wood burning stove.
Luxurious designer bathrooms.
Secure shed for bike storage etc.
Private parking for 2.
Electric range style oven.
Halogen hob & Microwave.
American style fridge freezer.
Washer / dryer.
Dishwasher.
Oil central and underfloor heating.
Bed linen and towels provided.
Nearby points of interest
- Lake Windermere
- Wastwater Lake
- Wastwater Alpaca Trekking
Reviews (26)
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Michelle
After an 8hr drive from London as soon as you walk in all the stresses just drain away. The views are amazing and this property is perfect and ticks every box. It's our a second time staying here and I was slightly worried about returning incase it wasn't as good this time but it was even better. The owners have thought of everything. The welcome basket was a really lovely touch. No need to pack hairdryers there's one in every room. Listening to the lake water all night running past the bedroom is absolute heaven. Chesters which is a stones throw away is a great place to have breakfast before a lovely walk/hike which you can do plenty of from the cottage. There was four of us so we had plenty of room we took games with us but the owners have a big box full of games so no need to. I really cannot recommend this property enough. The owners leave you their phone number and reply to any messages straight away we which was brilliant. Perfect property in a perfect location.
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Susan
Perfectly located by Skelwith Bridge for local walks but easy enough to access main routes for driving. The beds were comfortable, the kitchen was well stocked, enough space on the sofas and the views from living room were calming. The garden around the property is huge and we spent lots of time just wandering and sitting by the river. It was everything we wanted and more for a wonderful, memorable family holiday.
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Keith
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, the weather was lovely, the house was just as we remembered it and the beautiful gardens with the river flowing past was perfect. We plan to return again soon. Thank you for a lovely stay.