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Highfield House - Central Ambleside
Vacation home near Lake Windermere in Ambleside
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Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Washer
- Dryer
- Pet friendly
- Outdoor Space
- Parking available
Explore the area

Ambleside
- Ambleside Climbing WallPlace, Ambleside Climbing Wall3 min walk
- Lake WindermerePlace, Lake Windermere13 min walk
- Ambleside PierPlace, Ambleside Pier15 min walk
Room options
About the area
Ambleside
In Ambleside .You'll be steps from White Platts Recreation Ground and a 5-minute walk from Ambleside Climbing Wall. Rothay Park and Armitt Museum and Library are also within half a mile (1 km).
What's nearby
- Ambleside Climbing Wall - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Rothay Park - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
- Stock Ghyll Force - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
- Lake Windermere - 13 min walk - 1.2 km
- Ambleside Pier - 15 min walk - 1.3 km
Getting around
- Windermere Station - 10 min drive
Restaurants
- The White Lion - 3 min walk
- Freshers’ Cafe - 5 min walk
- Zeffirellis - 5 min walk
- The Royal Oak - 2 min walk
- Misto - 4 min walk
About this property
Entire place
You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Highfield House - Central Ambleside
Part of the Brathay Cottages collection, Highfield House is a stylish and eclectically decorated semi-detatched Victorian, Lakeland town house with parking for 5 cars.
Perfectly situated within the village of Ambleside, Highfield House is within a short stroll from all the amenities of the village.
Enjoy lovely views over Loughrigg from many of the rooms in this beautiful property, or enjoy relaxing on the comfy sofas in the spacious living room with its bay window and original fireplace with gas coal-effect fire.
Original features are blended with modern fittings throughout, with a large living room, open plan kitchen/dining room, separate games/movie room, there is room for all your party. Ample parking for at least four cars is available and the sunny, well stocked garden is ideal for taking in more of the beautiful Lakeland views.
With 5 spacious bedrooms, the property provides accommodation suitable for up to 9 people. There is a choice of three roomy ensuite bedrooms, an airy twin room with basin and a cosy single room, overlooking the garden. In addition, there is large family bathroom with a freestanding roll-top bath and separate shower, along with a ground floor shower room.
With plenty of spacious accommodation and a country garden with far-reaching fell views, this 5 bedroom, 5 bathroom Victorian lake district property, really is the perfect venue for large families or groups of friends.
Centrally located, with a wealth of activities on the doorstep, Highfield House is the perfect base for exploring the Lake District, with Lake Windermere being just 600 yards away. With five bedrooms, four with ensuite and a separate family bathroom, this spacious property is an ideal venue for family gatherings and close friends to share.
Perfectly situated within the village of Ambleside, Highfield House is within a short stroll from all the amenities of the village.
Enjoy lovely views over Loughrigg from many of the rooms in this beautiful property, or enjoy relaxing on the comfy sofas in the spacious living room with its bay window and original fireplace with gas coal-effect fire.
Original features are blended with modern fittings throughout, with a large living room, open plan kitchen/dining room, separate games/movie room, there is room for all your party. Ample parking for at least four cars is available and the sunny, well stocked garden is ideal for taking in more of the beautiful Lakeland views.
With 5 spacious bedrooms, the property provides accommodation suitable for up to 9 people. There is a choice of three roomy ensuite bedrooms, an airy twin room with basin and a cosy single room, overlooking the garden. In addition, there is large family bathroom with a freestanding roll-top bath and separate shower, along with a ground floor shower room.
With plenty of spacious accommodation and a country garden with far-reaching fell views, this 5 bedroom, 5 bathroom Victorian lake district property, really is the perfect venue for large families or groups of friends.
Centrally located, with a wealth of activities on the doorstep, Highfield House is the perfect base for exploring the Lake District, with Lake Windermere being just 600 yards away. With five bedrooms, four with ensuite and a separate family bathroom, this spacious property is an ideal venue for family gatherings and close friends to share.
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Property amenities
Internet
- Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transportation
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Stovetop
Bedrooms
- 5 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 5 bathrooms
- Hair dryer
Living spaces
- Fireplace
Entertainment
- TV
- Video games
Outdoor areas
- Balcony
- Garden
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Work spaces
- Desk
Comfort
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
- Smoking not allowed
Services and conveniences
- Iron/ironing board
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher
General
- Garden
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Special check-in instructions
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Pets
- Pets are welcome
- Service animals are exempt from fees
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
Events
Events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Parties and events are allowed on site
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession. Parties and events are allowed on site. For guests' safety, the property includes a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.
Property is also known as
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