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BODEN HOWE, EXCEPTIONAL VIEWS, LEISURE FACILITIES, PARKING AND STORAGE

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Exterior
Indoor pool, a heated pool
Interior

Reviews

10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Hot Tub
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Parking available
  • Pool
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

BODEN HOWE, EXCEPTIONAL VIEWS, LEISURE FACILITIES, PARKING AND STORAGE

BODEN HOWE is perfectly situated on a peaceful, elevated terrace with uninterrupted views over Ambleside and fells. There is no vehicular access to the property but this adds to the uniqueness of the house. Outdoor seating is provided both at the front and rear of the house and ample parking is available nearby. A complimentary leisure pass is provided for use at the Salutation Hotel less than 100 yds away. Private parking for three cars (two securely) is located 100 mtrs from the house. Boden Howe is stylishly furnished and maintained to a high standard by its local owners who are on hand should you require their services at any time.
Short breaks (minimum of 4 nights) are available during Low Season as are enquiries for last minute availability throughout the year.


Property manager

Helen Metcalfe

Languages

English, Spanish

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Indoor pool
  • Heated pool
  • Shared/communal pool
  • Spa tub
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking
  • Car not required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster
  • Electric kettle
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Towels provided
  • Soap
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room

Entertainment

  • Smart TV
  • DVD player
  • Books
  • Games

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a health or beauty spa
  • Near a hospital
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Tennis on site
  • Golfing on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Horse riding nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

About the neighborhood

Map
Ambleside, ENG

What's nearby

  • Lake Windermere - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Ambleside Pier - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Brockhole - the Lake District Visitor Centre - 6 min drive - 3.9 km
  • Dove Cottage - 6 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water - 10 min drive - 10.1 km

Getting around

  • Windermere Station - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Royal Oak - ‬6 min walk
  • ‪Rothay Manor Hotel - ‬13 min walk
  • ‪Ambleside Tap Yard - ‬10 min walk
  • ‪The Lily Bar in Ambleside - ‬5 min walk
  • ‪The Cornish Bakery - ‬8 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Does BODEN HOWE, EXCEPTIONAL VIEWS, LEISURE FACILITIES, PARKING AND STORAGE have a pool?

Yes, this property has an indoor pool. Pool types include heated pools.

Is BODEN HOWE, EXCEPTIONAL VIEWS, LEISURE FACILITIES, PARKING AND STORAGE pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at BODEN HOWE, EXCEPTIONAL VIEWS, LEISURE FACILITIES, PARKING AND STORAGE ?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at BODEN HOWE, EXCEPTIONAL VIEWS, LEISURE FACILITIES, PARKING AND STORAGE ?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is BODEN HOWE, EXCEPTIONAL VIEWS, LEISURE FACILITIES, PARKING AND STORAGE located?

This family-friendly Ambleside vacation home is within a 15-minute walk of Ambleside Climbing Wall and Lake Windermere. White Platts Recreation Ground and Rothay Park are also within 15 minutes.

BODEN HOWE, EXCEPTIONAL VIEWS, LEISURE FACILITIES, PARKING AND STORAGE Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 33 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 35 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 35 reviews" "
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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Catherine J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic views
Enjoyed the large kitchen, views, great shower and super soft sheets. Beds were comfortable, cottage was very cozy.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Ian M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home away from home
A wonderful property. Cosy, comfortable and stylish in an excellent central location. You are on a winner if you stay here.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Anita M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely perfect!
We traveled to England in early January from the USA to spend time with family we hadn't seen since the pandemic started. Our goal was to base ourselves in Ambleside and have family members come and visit us there. Our logistics worked beautifully and the house exceeded expectations. We've already booked in again for next year. The house is beautiful and looks exactly like the pictures. The view from the house is wonderful and the house was extremely comfortable. Helen, the property owner was easy to reach and had thought through every possible detail of what someone might enjoy in a stay. Little details like having multiple keys so that we didn't need to coordinate when we were going in different directions, beautiful coffee mugs, every kitchen gadget you might possibly need, wonderful linens. The decor was beautiful and we loved finishing our day in the cozy lounge. One of the things we particularly liked was the location. It was a two-minute walk into the center of Ambleside which made it possible to run out for baked goods in the morning and to stroll to restaurants in the evening. After two years of not traveling this was the perfect experience.
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Dan R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect Location
Lovely house in a perfect location; very central with all Ambleside has to offer on the doorstep but nicely positioned above the town centre. Car parking a huge bonus. Very clean and well equipped. Owner very helpful and communicative.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrew B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely home from home, great location.
This is probably the best property we have stayed in in Ambleside. The layout of the house works really well both practically and for relaxing. The house was beautifully presented and very well equipped. It location is excellent and the garden a lovely bonus, we made extensive use of the patio for relaxing and eating. The garden might not work so well for small children or older people. We would highly recommend this house and would definitely stay here again,
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Andrea M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic short break in Ambleside
The property is gorgeous and the location is excellent with stunning views. We don’t want to leave and will definitely come back.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2020

10/10 Excellent

louise b.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fabulous Stay
loved the house, very comfortable. Had a little trouble finding it , but neighbours were very helpful!. Was lovely to be able to use the spa after a days walking. Will definitely be coming back.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2020

8/10 Good

Jill N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Holiday house rental in Ambleside
Lovely clean and nicely equipped house. Very convenient for centre of Ambleside town. Parking is not ideal and the steepness of the slope to reach the property makes access exhausting unless you are very fit. Lovely views over the town and surrounding hills from the house. It worked for us with a 19 month old but a toddler of running around age would not be able to use the garden which is exceptionally steep. This is an ideal house for young fit people or very fit walkers. The house could benefit from a tumble dryer, as it was difficult to dry things sufficiently on just a clothes horse. Otherwise a very well appointed house right in the heart of the town, but away from any traffic noise. Very friendly owners.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Jacky A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ambleside
Lovely home, great views. Ambleside is the perfect place to stay in the Lakes District.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Shaun N.

Immaculate home , central location ,
We had a great 4 days at Boden Howe with my folks , the location could not be better overlooking the town of Ambleside and the mountains . The spa / pool passes were a welcome bonus . Thanks to Helen for her prompt and friendly responses and assistance
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2019

8/10 Good

Margaret O.

Beautiful comfortable house
Beautiful house in super location. Every detail thought about and very comfortable. Two minute walk to shops and restaurants. Only slight negative, car parking is also two minutes walk away, no problem if the weather is fine.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Gemma B.

Immaculately clean and superb central Ambleside location
Thank you so much for our stay at Boden Howe. We had a superb week and this was much to do with the house where we stayed. Upon arrival there was a lovely lemon cake to welcome us. The house is in an unbeatable location for access to all the shops and restaurants in Ambleside which with 2 young children was ideal for us. The parking worked out really well and saved all the hassle of having to park on the street. When we arrived we had expected it to be much further than it was from the house to the car and whilst up a steep hill, it is really only a very short way to the house. The house was immaculately clean, much more so than anywhere we have stayed before. The added bonus was having access to the hotel swimming pool nearby which we used twice after going for long walks in the morning. The kids just loved being able to use the pool. Overall, we would definitely recommend this house. We have since got a new puppy which means sadly we won't be able to stay here again, otherwise we would have rebooked in a heartbeat.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2017

10/10 Excellent

Richard L.

Perfect in every way...
From booking Boden Howe to vacating the property, we were completely satisfied with both our accommodations and our interactions with our hosts. The home is thoroughly updated and impeccably maintained yet retains its Cumbrian charm. The water is hot, the showers are strong, the beds are comfortable, the environs are quiet despite the in-town location (everything is in walking distance), the WiFi is fast, the kitchen is well equipped, the views are amazing--in sum, pretty much ideal. The parking space, which is a short distance from the property, has the advantage of being safely out of the way of competing traffic--easy in-and-out. We didn't use the spa passes that are included. A few caveats (but not criticisms): while the washing machine works fine, there is no clothes drier. A drying rack and an outside clothes line are provided; the pathway from the street to the residence is quite steep, and the unit has 3 floors--so guests who find steep climbs or stairs difficult to negotiate will be challenged here. The Metcalfs are friendly, experienced proprietors. We found them completely accommodating, earnest, and welcoming. Based on our June 2016 stay, one couldn't find a better arrangement or a better locale from which to explore the region.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2016

10/10 Excellent

Lucie K.

Liked: Cleanliness
Erstklassige Unterkunft
Tolle Lage, komfortable Ausstattung und sehr sauber. Die Vermieter sind überaus freundlich und hilfsbereit. Jederzeit wieder!
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2019