Gilson
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Why people book this hotel
“Fantastic location with great views”
“Location”
“Views from rooms excellent”
“The property was in a quiet location, very peaceful and relaxing”
“The cottage was clean and well built”
“Clean and very good layout with all amenities like dishwasher, washing machine a…”
“The place is bright and the hosts were helpful”
“No breakfast included”
Overview
Gilson, a property with barbecue facilities, is situated in Ambleside, 42 km from Derwentwater, 48 km from Askham Hall, as well as 2.7 km from Hill Top. Located around 6.2 km from Grizedale Forest, the holiday home is also 18 km away from Coniston Water. The property is non-smoking and is located 2.4 km from Lake Windermere. The holiday home features 1 bedroom, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, a washing machine, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Providing free private parking, this 5-star holiday home also features free WiFi. Guests at the holiday home will be able to enjoy activities in and around Ambleside, like golfing, cycling and fishing. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 117 km from Gilson.
Traveller reviews
ghaith
couple
June 5, 2026
“Perfect vacation and an amazing place to live in by the lake”
Absolutely loved every bit of it
Dave
couple
November 10, 2025
“Amazing location and beautiful property.”
Fantastic location with great views. Nice homely feel great having fully functional kitchen.
Anna
couple
January 10, 2025
“A beautiful relaxing place to stay in the Lake District”
The place inside was gorgeous - so well thought out and designed. We loved the view over the water, it was very calm and relaxing. The place is bright and the hosts were helpful. We loved it.
rowan
couple
November 25, 2024
“Nice view loved the birds on balcony but a bit remote for us”
Location very remote ferry was closed the the hole stay very inconvenient had to drive all the time also toilet not very clean. Pans in in kitchen very worn out ,if they hadn't been the air fryer don't know what we would have done. Glasses chipped on stem cup had chip out think theses should be checked before guest arrives .we did enjoy our stay only stayed 4days thou not the six
Debbie
couple
July 13, 2024
“Disappointing”
Located in the edge of the lake. The cottage was clean and well built
Paul
couple
June 2, 2024
“My wife and I, along with Oliver the dog loved the Gilson.”
No breakfast included
Catherine
family_with_children
April 8, 2024
“Beautiful location but property needs luxury touches”
Location
Mike
couple
December 7, 2023
“Recommended, would stay again”
Hamper was a nice touch. Views from rooms excellent. Good layout and well stocked.
Catherine
couple
May 19, 2023
“Our stay was perfect, the surroundings were tranquil. The Lakes are a wonderful place. Thank you.”
The property was in a quiet location, very peaceful and relaxing.
Taseen
couple
May 4, 2023
Clean and very good layout with all amenities like dishwasher, washing machine and parking space. Spacious and comfy home for two people.
Bethany
couple
March 11, 2023
“walkers paradise”
the property was bigger than I expected! very clean and very well presented on arrival!
Dimitrios
couple
February 16, 2023
Very good location with very nice views of the lake right on your doorstep
Rob
couple
February 13, 2023
“Great location and amazing views.”
julie
couple
February 6, 2023
The house and location
Lindsay
couple
January 5, 2023
“VERY relaxing, perfect setting and a stones-throw from the Ferry - 10/10 on the venue”
fabulous location, wonderful views, walks 'on tap' the bed, the facilities and the gorgeous baskets of generous gifts left was a beautiful gesture - I would return (if the check in time changes)
Craig
couple
December 27, 2022
location was stunning
Mahendra
family_with_children
August 22, 2022
“Loved the location but a few other things could be better…”
location.
Facilities
Activities
Golf course (within 3 km), Fishing, Cycling
General
Pets allowed, Non-smoking throughout, WiFi available in all areas
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Outdoors
BBQ facilities
Parking
Parking, Free parking, Street parking, Parking on site, Private parking
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