a delightful small farm barn complex, about a mile outside Ambleside up a narrow metalled road, which is a bit of a haul to walk for shopping / pub purposes. It's well placed for good local walks and there is a small, useful information centre on-site. Communication with the outside... Read Morea delightful small farm barn complex, about a mile outside Ambleside up a narrow metalled road, which is a bit of a haul to walk for shopping / pub purposes. It's well placed for good local walks and there is a small, useful information centre on-site. Communication with the outside world can be difficult as the phone signal's poor / non-existent and the wi-fi didn't work initially but the owner responded very promptly to get it fixed. The interior of the property is simple but delightful and the views across / along the valley are terrific. Read Less

Comfortable accommodation in a fabulous location. The views from the windows are stunning. What makes all the difference is how well stocked it is with everyday essentials (like free soap, washing up liquid, kitchen roll, etc.), makes it feel like a home away from home. The accommodation always smells fresh... Read MoreComfortable accommodation in a fabulous location. The views from the windows are stunning. What makes all the difference is how well stocked it is with everyday essentials (like free soap, washing up liquid, kitchen roll, etc.), makes it feel like a home away from home. The accommodation always smells fresh and clean on arrival and there is a plate of biscuits to welcome you (always very much appreciated after a long drive up). If we had to say anything negative it would be that the bath did not drain properly and the markings on the oven controls had rubbed off so a bit of guess work was required. But we love the place and the problems were not big enough to affect the 5 star rating. We have already booked to return again next year. Read Less

Fabulous stay in this cottage. Cosy bedrooms are on the ground floor, with a bathroom between the two rooms, accessible directly from each room. Great quality mattresses which were very comfortable. Then the first floor has the kitchen and sitting area with amazing views in two different directions. The cottage... Read MoreFabulous stay in this cottage. Cosy bedrooms are on the ground floor, with a bathroom between the two rooms, accessible directly from each room. Great quality mattresses which were very comfortable. Then the first floor has the kitchen and sitting area with amazing views in two different directions. The cottage has been opened up to the roof, so it feels very spacious. Well appointed kitchen. Comfortable sofas in the sitting room. Amazingly the wifi worked really well throughout the cottage.

Although this cottage is within a little terrace of other holiday rentals in the same group (Grove Cottages) it was very quiet and appeared very well insulated for sound - we could hardly hear anything from any of the other cottages.

We did several walks just setting off from the front door, which was lovely. Nice little information room - we borrowed one of the OS maps.

Would definitely recommend this lovely place to stay and explore the Lakes. Read Less

This is a well planned and well maintained cottage set within the hillside overlooking Ambleside. It provided us with an ideal location for our family break.

Stayed there with our 4 and 6 year-olds and they loved it too. Fantastic views down the valley to Ambleside. Lots of benches and multiple barbecue grills and wood-burners outside around the farm buildings for evening meals and socials with neighbours if desired.
About 25 mins brisk walk down the lane... Read MoreStayed there with our 4 and 6 year-olds and they loved it too. Fantastic views down the valley to Ambleside. Lots of benches and multiple barbecue grills and wood-burners outside around the farm buildings for evening meals and socials with neighbours if desired.
About 25 mins brisk walk down the lane to Ambleside town. The single-track entrance lane is quite a long stint up to the cottages, but it's not a through road so little chance of encountering cars coming the other way. Most likely to be neighbours, and then you'll figure out the passing places. A great walk up the valley to the pub, the Kirkstone Pass, where you can see all the way down to Lake Windermere in the distance.
Book early to avoid disappointment! We're definitely going to return. Read Less

This was my second visit to Grove cottages. This time we stayed in the high grove cottage. The cottage was spacious, nicely decorated and well equipped. The location of Grove cottage is perfect. The location is beautiful scenery wise. The cottage is far enough from Ambleside to be quiet and... Read MoreThis was my second visit to Grove cottages. This time we stayed in the high grove cottage. The cottage was spacious, nicely decorated and well equipped. The location of Grove cottage is perfect. The location is beautiful scenery wise. The cottage is far enough from Ambleside to be quiet and secluded but close enough to enjoy Ambleside. I would recommend Grove cottage and plan to return in the future. Read Less

We have had another lovely break in these cottages. We usually book Little Grove but had High Grove this time. It is larger but still as warm and comfortable for just 2, well equipped and with fantastic views across the valley to The Struggle and Red Screes. Despite the cold... Read MoreWe have had another lovely break in these cottages. We usually book Little Grove but had High Grove this time. It is larger but still as warm and comfortable for just 2, well equipped and with fantastic views across the valley to The Struggle and Red Screes. Despite the cold weather, the cottage was warm and very nice to come back to. The bed was so comfortable. Ambleside is about a 15 minute downhill walk, a bit more effort required coming back, and there are several walks to do without having to use the car, Red Screes, Wansfell Pike, over to Grasmere via the Coffin Trail and a few more. Ambleside is almost central to the Lakes so it is a good base, plenty of shops and places to eat, we enjoyed the food and atmosphere in the Unicorn this time. This was our 3rd visit and would have been more often but it is very popular! We will definately be booking again because of the quality and consistency of the accommodation. Read Less