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Paradise in the Lake District.

Family-friendly apartment with a sauna and an indoor pool

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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop
Outdoor dining
Property grounds
Exterior
Indoor pool, a heated pool
Loughrigg is your home from home in the beautiful Lake District. Enjoy an open-plan living area with a picture window overlooking private grounds, and unwind on the private balcony. This cozy retreat offers Smart TV, free unlimited WiFi, a fully equipped kitchen, and access to leisure centre facilities including a swimming pool and jacuzzi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space

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About this property

Entire place

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

Paradise in the Lake District.

• ‘Loughrigg’ An outside staircase leads to Flat 11 on the left. It is our 'Much-loved family bolt-hole' which we hope you will find to be a home from home.
Parking is allocated to specific bays, ours is 11 in the main carpark, 20 metres up the road and in the far left corner. You may unload in the space next to the yew tree but please do not leave your car there for any length of time. The bays are small and modern cars are often large so please be mindful of others.
• The entrance hall leads to an open-plan Living area with a picture window overlooking private grounds.
• The Living area has 2 comfy sofas, a Smart TV for Netflix, YouTube,
BBC iPlayer etc. There is a DVD player and a small selection of DVD's and books, Guidebooks and OS walking maps. There is a box of children’s games.
• Private Balcony with a table and 2 chairs which you can access from the living room or master bedroom. 2 folding chairs are also available.
• Free unlimited Wifi.
• The Kitchen area is fully fitted with kettle, toaster, fridge, small freezer, dishwasher and washing machine. There is an electric oven with induction hob and a microwave. A food processor and cooking equipment is stored in cupboards. The round dining table has 4 matching chairs.
• The master bedroom has a king size bed, a wardrobe, chest of drawers and two bedside cabinets. A patio door leads to the Balcony.
• The second bedroom has twin beds. It also has a wardrobe and chest of drawers.
• The bathroom has an electric shower over the bath, washbasin and WC and a heated towel rail.
• Wall heaters are fitted in all rooms but the Night Storage heaters in the Hall and Living area will keep you warm.
• The leisure Centre has a small swimming pool, jacuzzi and sauna, open from March to second weekend in November. Also available are washing machines, tumble driers, and a table tennis table.

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Communal pool
  • Heated pool
  • Indoor pool
  • Sauna

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car recommended
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 55 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near the bay
  • Near the marina

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Heated pool
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Mountain climbing nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 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

Rules

All guests are asked to leave the property tidy or face a surcharge. Pets are not permitted in bedrooms and we prefer the use of a crate at night.
BBQs are not permitted anywhere on the premises or on the site due to the very high fire risk.
Rubbish is to be disposed of prior to departure. Bins are located at the back of the upper carpark.

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 55 lbs per pet)
Note from host: No pets in bedrooms, protect sofas and clean after

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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 first aid kit
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 recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Paradise Lake District Apartment Skelwith Bridge, Ambleside
Paradise Lake District Skelwith Bridge, Ambleside
Paradise In The Lake District
Paradise in the Lake District Apartment
Paradise in the Lake District Ambleside
Paradise in the Lake District Apartment Ambleside
Paradise In The Lake District
Paradise in the Lake District. Apartment
Paradise in the Lake District. Ambleside
Paradise in the Lake District. Apartment Ambleside

About the neighborhood

Map
Skelwith Bridge, Ambleside, ENG

What's nearby

  • Lake Windermere - 5 min drive - 3.5 miles
  • Ambleside Pier - 5 min drive - 3.7 miles
  • Dove Cottage - 6 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Wray Castle - 8 min drive - 5.3 miles
  • Rydal Mount - 9 min drive - 5.6 miles

Getting around

  • Windermere Station - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wateredge Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Wainwrights' Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Apple Pie - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Rothay Manor Hotel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Freshers’ Cafe - ‬4 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Does Paradise in the Lake District. have a pool?

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

Is Paradise in the Lake District. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 55 lbs per pet.

What time is check-in at Paradise in the Lake District.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Paradise in the Lake District.?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Paradise in the Lake District. located?

This family-friendly Ambleside apartment building is located in a rural location, within 2 mi (3 km) of Skelwith Force and Allan Bank. Lake Windermere is 2.2 mi (3.6 km) away.

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Reviews

Paradise in the Lake District. Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

9.2

Cleanliness

9.8

Location

9.0

Staff & service

8.8

Eco-friendliness

7.8

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 179 out of 223 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 37 out of 223 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 4 out of 223 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 2 out of 223 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 1 out of 223 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Steve T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Another excellent stay

Lovely stay despite the weather. Our second stay here and it's always good to know you have the pool as a back up plan to entertain the children if the weather is poor. Great walks from the front door. Comfy beds. Idyllic location.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely property in fantastic location

Had a lovely stay, so much to do within just a few miles.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Super place! Loved it!

Very nice location, well equipped and very good value for what we paid!
Stayed 5 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Love it & will be coming again.

Great place to stay, will keep coming.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Walkers’ paradise

A different day a different walk straight from the door. Just what we wanted! Beauty all around, on the doorstep. Swim in a gorgeous tarn 10 mins walk away. And when you need some R & R there’s a well equipped kitchen and a comfy bed in v tranquil setting, listening to the resident owl. Thank so much!
Langdale pikes walk
Lingmoor fell
Part of Colwith Force
Stayed 6 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Simon C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place to stay

This was a very comfortable and well equipped apartment in a great location. The owners communicated in a helpful and friendly way. With a little redecoration and upgrade of the shower it would be 5 stars.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Christopher C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay

Apartment well-equipped and very peaceful site. Great location with some good walks available next to the site too. We had awful weather, so it was great to have decent heating and ability to dry our clothing in the flat.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024

8/10 Good

Kit S.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

February in Neaum Crag

Excellent location. Great and comfortable place to stay. It's our third time in the NC apartments.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2024

8/10 Good

Amy

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
It was great being able to use the swimming pool and sauna on site. Kitchen well equipped.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Julia M., Nottingham

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice apartment

Lovely site, flat had everything you needed. Comfortable beds. Not far from Ambleside, walkable to Elterwater. Overall good place to stay
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Damien A.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely

Photos dont do it justice
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hilary H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loughrigg

Very comfortable and well equipped property, in a good position on a very quiet and pleasant site.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

8/10 Good

Sandra B., Frimley, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

A short stay in the woods

Lovely site to stay on, but steep. Once pool and games room reopens will be easy to stay onsite and chill. Accommodation was clean everything there you need, beds comfortable for a good night's sleep. Ambleside 10mins drive away. Would go back.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jenny R.

Lovely apartment ideally situated for great walking

Really enjoyed our stay. Well equipped kitchen to cook from fresh and a DVD player that kept us occupied in the evening after walking all day. Clean and tidy. Will be back next year. Thanks!!!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2019

8/10 Good

Joyce T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful property and surroundings

We had an amazing and comfortable stay in the property. Very well equipped with lots of board games, books and maps.We had a little hiccup the water supply but had good communication with Paul. The bed and duvet are very comfortable. Best sleep I had for a while. Will recommend to friends and would love to stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Steve T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely excellent - Cannot recommend highly enough

Very clean and well equipped Fantastic location and walks from the front door Check in was simple and great to have use of the pool Balcony was beautiful Peaceful site Photos on VRBO don't do it justice - it's more spacious in real life! Will 100% be back. One of our children cried that we had to go home!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Walden E., Retford Notts

Super bolt hole for short break

A lovely apartment! Clean, well equipped, and well located. Wifi worked well. Quiet and tranquil. The site pool and sauna were well used. Very refreshing after a day out on the fells. We were appreciative that we could book for a short break, and this made better sense than staying in a B+B/inn as we could have early breakfast, and would be out on the fells before the rest of the world. Great location for exploring Langdale and the Southern Fells. Handy for Ambleside restaurants. The other big find for us was "Chesters on the River" which is a 10 minute walk. Overall, very comfortable, and we would love to book again in the future.

10/10 Excellent

Aidan W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic quiet Lakeland stay

Brilliant little property right in the heart of the Lakes, just off the A593 at Skelwith Bridge so very well located as a base to explore. On a quiet little estate of lodges and apartments, there's even a swimming pool (although we didn't use it, good to know it's there!) Very clean property and comfortable beds. Alas the weather didn't permit us to use the balcony but I'm sure it's fantastic when it's dryer, it has a great view overlooking a little pond. Sue and Paul were very proactive and informative with their information, and check in and check out were very smooth indeed! The only thing that I will say is that the parking spot can be a little tight depending on how well the cars in the neighbouring spots park so be aware if you have a large car
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

6/10 Okay

Gary B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location

Short Break in the Lakes.

Although the property is well equipped, we encountered a few issues. Bed was comfortable but Bedding needs updating. Oven needs cleaning inside and oven trays need replacing. Had to cover with foil to be used . Pizza slicer rusty as well as the dish rack/drainer. Could not use the toaster for breakfast as not clean inside.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

8/10 Good

Natalie N.

Liked: Communication, location, listing accuracy
The location is amazing, great walks and pub walking distance.The property is well equipped but very dated, the shower is terrible, it would be excellent with a revamp.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

8/10 Good

Vicky

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities
The location is fantastic , being surrounded by the bird life and farms . We even saw a deer . A beautiful part of this huge world
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Liesbeth D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Amazing

We had a perfect stay in the appartment !
Stayed 4 nights in May 2025

8/10 Good

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Close to nature

Wonderfull wild surroundings close to Ambleside. The flat had everything you would need for a self-catering holiday.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Golden oldy lady walkers

A group of walking friends who really enjoyed a fabulous stay at this clean, comfortable, warm and very well equipped apartment. Lovely peaceful location with great views from the lounge and bedroom/balcony. Struggled a little to find the road up to it on first arrival, was fine thereafter. Made use of the pool/jacuzzi & sauna facilities too, which although small, certainly helped ease the muscles after a days walking. Recommend a stay here.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Daniel J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Lakeland base

Overall lovely stay, with great weather. Communication and check in great. Property a little dated and tired but we were expecting that from the listing pictures. 4/5 for cleanliness purely as dirty baking trays in oven on arrival, otherwise no issues. Location at Neaum Crag lovely and pool a bonus. Would stay again. Thankyou.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025