Walker's Retreat
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Why people book this hotel
“The property is well equipped and in an excellent location”
“The location and views”
“The property has everything you need for a really comfortable stay”
“Excellent facilities (kitchen, utility room etc)”
“It is clean and very well looked after and is really welcoming after a day in th…”
“Very clean & tidy”
“Had a parking space”
“Private parking (very small but at least right at the house)”
Overview
Walker's Retreat, a property with a garden, is situated in Ambleside, 17 km from Lake Windermere, 29 km from Derwentwater, as well as 35 km from Askham Hall. The property is around 42 km from Muncaster Castle, 45 km from Buttermere and 45 km from Wasdale. The property is non-smoking and is set 8.9 km from World of Beatrix Potter. The spacious apartment features 2 bedrooms, a TV, a fully equipped kitchen with a dishwasher and an oven, and 1 bathroom with a shower. Offering free private parking, this 4-star apartment also features free WiFi. Guests at the apartment will be able to enjoy activities in and around Ambleside, like cycling. Grizedale Forest is 8.7 km from Walker's Retreat. The nearest airport is Leeds Bradford International Airport, 123 km from the accommodation.
Traveller reviews
Elizabeth
couple
March 19, 2026
“A delightful spot.”
The property is well equipped and in an excellent location. We loved the view from the apartment and the light afforded by the patio doors into the lounge. It was a warm welcoming space.
Wendy
couple
March 9, 2026
“A little gem of a place in Ambleside”
The location and views. The property has everything you need for a really comfortable stay. It is clean and very well looked after and is really welcoming after a day in the fells.
Jan
couple
February 3, 2026
“Will never go back to this flat or book with Sykes Cottages again.”
The views, being in centre of Ambleside, well equipped.
Anthony
extended_group
December 13, 2025
Good location near the centre of town.
JANET
couple
August 10, 2025
“Convenient exceptional view”
The venue and the view
Fiona
couple
July 10, 2025
“Very convenient”
Great flat within 5 mins walk of Ambleside township. Very nice kitchen. Great views. Had a parking space.
mike
extended_group
July 10, 2025
“Thoroughly enjoyed by all!”
Great Location and view. Nice little patio with table and chairs. Excellent facilities (kitchen, utility room etc). Very clean & tidy.
Stuart
couple
October 4, 2024
“Pleasant stay.”
The flat was clean and comfortable and warm, there was a plentiful supply of hot water,. An easy walk into town, good views.
Cornelius
family_with_children
July 6, 2024
“Thanks owners for making this available to our use!”
Perfect location
sockcj
couple
January 5, 2024
“Delightful”
Warm and cozy. Good view from dinning table. Very much liked the relief map on the wall.
Georgina
couple
October 26, 2023
Location was excellent.
Helen
couple
July 29, 2023
“Fabulous and look forward to returning. :)”
Superb location and great base to explore the Lake District from.
Bruce
couple
March 27, 2023
“Super apartment in a great location”
Excellent location. A super view and really convenient for the shops. Comfortable and well equipped
Beth
couple
February 13, 2023
“fab stay.”
location comfortable
Paula
couple
November 30, 2022
Super location. Large apartment. Great views of surrounding countryside. Great extras like maps and walking guides and games.
Susan
extended_group
November 1, 2022
“very enjoyable stay in Ambleside”
lovely view from the lounge and good modern facilities. close to town centre.
Alison
couple
October 21, 2022
“Perfect, will definitely return”
The view was beautiful and brilliant location
Jolanda
family_with_children
August 15, 2022
“Wonderful view! Cosy and clean, quiet and central.”
Wonderful view! A short stroll from Ambleside center but green & quiet around you. Cosy apartment. Private parking (very small but at least right at the house)
Ruth
couple
July 2, 2022
“A real hideaway perfectly located, could stay for weeks!”
Gorgeous property, the patio was great come rain or shine! It is the perfect location in Ambleside and a real gem. Bedrooms are good-sized and we were lovely and warm all week.
Nick
solo_traveller
March 11, 2022
“Perfect”
Everything was great. The only exception is below.
Facilities
Activities
Cycling
General
Non-smoking throughout, WiFi available in all areas
Internet
WiFi, Free WiFi, Internet services
Outdoors
Garden
Parking
Free parking, Parking, Parking on site, Private parking
Apartment
This spacious apartment features 2 bedrooms, a seating area with a sofa and 1 bathroom with a shower. Meals can be prepared in the kitchen, which has a stovetop, a refrigerator, a dishwasher and an oven. The apartment features a washing machine, a tea and coffee maker, a dining area, a wardrobe and a TV. The unit has 2 beds.
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