Above the Chocolate Shop
4 guests
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2 bedrooms, 2 beds
1 bathroom
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Ambleside is a picturesque village that marks the head of Windermere – England’s largest natural lake – but you could be forgiven for thinking that this modern pad was located in a cosmopolitan city. The interior is luxurious yet simple, following the motto “less is best”. Each piece of furniture has been carefully selected, from the floating bar stools to the curved standing tub. We love the colour palette, which blends soft blues with sunshine yellow. The kitchen tiles light up the open-plan living space and create the perfect cooking space. You can make the most of the Neff appliances by whipping up an evening feast. This home is located above a chocolate shop so expect to get the occasional whiff of sweetness (and constant cravings!). Luckily the host provides complimentary chocolates for you to pocket as you head into the Lake District for a day of hiking.
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Highlights
![Stay at the head of Lake Windermere](https://static.plumcache.com/listings/b47e6fcd-c32a-4ca5-8d23-1e26ce412273/ad18ffb9-d2db-4437-9cbf-4a63a698315f.jpg?w=480&fit=min)
Stay at the head of Lake Windermere
![Eat some chocolate while soaking in the freestanding tub](https://static.plumcache.com/listings/b47e6fcd-c32a-4ca5-8d23-1e26ce412273/8c6059eb-8709-407c-8635-f90ce271cf07.jpg?rect=911%2C0%2C2653%2C2653&w=480&fit=min)
Eat some chocolate while soaking in the freestanding tub
![Cook a feast using Neff appliances in the sunshine-yellow kitchen](https://static.plumcache.com/listings/b47e6fcd-c32a-4ca5-8d23-1e26ce412273/a0988f8f-1be7-426d-80fe-93afb919b890.jpg?rect=0%2C4%2C2663%2C2663&w=480&fit=min)
Cook a feast using Neff appliances in the sunshine-yellow kitchen
![Feel at ease surrounded by Scandinavian-style design](https://static.plumcache.com/listings/b47e6fcd-c32a-4ca5-8d23-1e26ce412273/d78aa30b-5e7d-48ec-b2c9-03d0503bdad4.jpg?rect=1105%2C13%2C2521%2C2521&w=480&fit=min)
Feel at ease surrounded by Scandinavian-style design
![Make a short walk to Stock Ghyll Force, a 70-foot waterfall](https://static.plumcache.com/listings/b47e6fcd-c32a-4ca5-8d23-1e26ce412273/c5f22868-e837-48f4-b87a-40c7f2e903de.jpg?w=480&fit=min)
Make a short walk to Stock Ghyll Force, a 70-foot waterfall
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Home truths
This home is not suitable for children
There is free parking available and we’d recommend bringing a car to make the most of the area
The bathtub is within the master bedroom so your soaks won't be completely private
About this stay
Amenities
Laptop friendly workspace
Wi-fi
Parking available
TV
Hair dryer
Safe
Iron
Bathtub
Bedrooms & bathrooms
2 bedrooms, 2 beds
1 bathroom
Extras
VIP services
24/7 concierge
Cab booking
Laundry and dry cleaning
Luggage storage
Restaurant reservations
Tickets and experience booking
Extras are subject to availability. Please enquire with your host.
Local guide
About The Lake District
Poets and novelists have often escaped to the Lake District for a spot of inspiration. Famously, Wordsworth pondered about daffodils and clouds during his time here. The undulating hills are tracked with drystone walls while sheep graze, and farmsteads enjoy untouched beauty for miles around. England’s biggest lake, Windermere, cuts through a valley, sleek as glass and hosts a litany of cosy-pub-filled towns and water sports venues along its shores....
Get around
Airport
Carlisle Lake District
1 hr 15 min
Blackpool
1 hr 21 min
Teesside International
2 hr 46 min
Train station
Windermere
15 min
Bus stop
bus interchange (Stand 2)
4 min
Local shops & services
Convenience store
1 min
Cafe
7 min
Pharmacy
3 min
Points of interest
Beach
Blackstone Point
1 hr 2 min
Booking policies
House Rules
Not suitable for children under age 12
Not suitable for infants under age 1
No pets
No parties or events
No smoking
Good to know
Arrival from 16:00
Departure before 10:00
Wifi
No air con
Cancellation policy
Up until
5
days
Cancel at least 5 days before your check-in date for a full refund.
Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 5 days away.
Host
This home is managed by Craig
This home is managed directly by a business. A member of their staff will be your point of contact before and during your stay. Craig's team are expert hosts who know as much about Cumbria as they do about excellent hosting. They'll be available 24/7 throughout your stay, whether it's to help you with anything in the home, or to recommend the best local restaurants.
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