Guests say
Dixon Court in Ambleside is a well-situated, spacious apartment with stunning views and a cosy atmosphere, ideal for family gatherings and group stays. Guests appreciate the property's cleanliness, modern amenities, and the convenience of having shops, pubs, and restaurants within walking distance. The sauna is a highlight, adding to the relaxing experience, despite some minor maintenance issues and the absence of a toilet on the main floor.
Most guests found Dixon Court to be exceptionally clean, with only a few noting areas that could be improved. The property's overall cleanliness contributes positively to the guest experience.
The location is highly praised for its proximity to local amenities, restaurants, and beautiful countryside, making it an ideal base for exploring Ambleside. Parking can be challenging but is manageable.
The apartment is generally considered comfortable with ample space and cosy living areas. However, some guests mentioned varying temperatures between floors and the need for a toilet on the main floor.
Facilities like the well-equipped kitchen and sauna are appreciated, but some guests reported maintenance issues such as a non-working dishwasher and minor wear and tear. The lack of a toilet on the main living floor was also noted.
While guests have mentioned a welcome basket, there is insufficient information to assess the overall thoughtfulness of the hosts consistently. As such, it is important to note that while some guests may receive gifts, they are not guaranteed.
About this property
In the heart of Ambleside, amidst the breathtaking surroundings of the Lake District National Park, is Dixon Court, a spectacular three-story apartment.
Twelve visitors are invited to spend a fun-filled holiday at Dixons Court with their two four-legged friends in this stunning region of Cumbria.
It offers a wood-burning stove, an open-plan living room that is ideal for entertaining guests and spending quality time with loved ones, and parking in the lot next door.
Ascend to the first-floor terrace entrance area from the courtyard.
Once you pass through the front door, you will be on the first floor, where there is a spacious cloakroom and a family room with twin singles and a bunk bed in addition to three gorgeous bedrooms, including two king-size rooms.
You can get ready for the day in elegance or freshen up before going to the neighbourhood bar in this section, which also includes the main bathroom and additional WC. And what better way is there to unwind and relax after a day of exploration than in the sauna room.
A beautifully furnished open-plan sitting area with a Smart TV and a blazing wood stove can be found on the second floor, along with a well-equipped kitchen with a breakfast bar where you can prepare and serve delectable meals.
You may access the quaint alpine dining space and a ski-themed snug from the kitchen and living area that are open to one another.
Step outside the dining area onto the west balcony, where you can sit back and relax while admiring the stunning views of Loughrigg as the sun sets. A double bedroom with a vanity, a Juliet balcony, and a shower room comletes this floor, making it the perfect location to unwind and read a book.
You'll find everything you need in one room as you up the stairs to the third level, including a lovely attic king-size bedroom with an ensuite bathroom, a living space with a sofa, and a kitchenette area with coffee/tea making facilities.
If you can tear yourself away from this magnificent home, start your day with a fun activity for the whole family at White Platts Miniature Golf or the climbing wall at Ambleside (right next door), and then explore the town centre of Ambleside, where there are a tonne of places to stop for a satisfying lunch or a sweet treat.
Outside your door, take in the breathtaking beauty of Stock Ghyll Force waterfall, or see The Bridge House, a strange 17th-century structure that overlooks the River Rothay. Ambleside is a great place to base yourself if you want to explore the eastern fells of the Lake District.
Numerous hikes, both short and long, high and low, begin from this town. Why not schedule a Shampooch at the ground-floor dog grooming salon if you have planned a muddy excursion with your four-legged friend?
At the renowned Lake Windermere, just a short drive away, you can test your skills at a range of water sports, including paddleboarding and kayaking. Visit Wray Castle or The World of Beatrix Potter Attraction to relive your youth if you'd prefer to learn about history and literature. Why not reserve a table at one of Ambleside's Michelin-starred eateries, several of which are nearby? Because Orrest Head Viewpoint, Rydal Mount and Gardens, and Wordsworth Grasmere are all within easy driving distance from here, there will never be a shortage of things to do and see. For a unique escape, stay at Dixons Court any time of year.
Lying at the northern tip of Lake Windermere, England’s largest lake, Ambleside makes a superb base for touring the central Lakes, with Grasmere and the Langdale Valley just a short drive away. There is plenty to do here - cruises, boat trips and watersports on Lake Windermere itself and numerous shops, restaurants and pubs in the village to suit all tastes. On the lakeside at Waterhead, the parkland offers lovely views down the lake and a short stretch of beach, whilst a walk in the other direction, following Stock Ghyll through woodland, will bring you to the entrancing waterfall of Stock Ghyll Force. Along with the Lake and the great walking on offer, Ambleside is also famous for its annual rushbearing ceremony and the diminutive 17th century “Bridge House” - one of the most photographed buildings in the Lake District and now the National Trust Information Centre.
Accommodation
Dixon Court is Laid out over three floors.
Central Ambleside location.
Five bedrooms: 2 x king-size, 1 x third-floor king-size with kitchenette, sofa and en-suite bath, handheld shower, basin and WC, 1 x second-floor double with basin, 1 x family room sleeping 4 with two single beds and bunk with additional Smart TV.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Second-floor shower room with walk-in shower and heated towel rail.
First-floor Cloakroom with WC.
Second-floor open-plan living space with kitchen, Electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, wine fridge, washing machine and dishwasher.
dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove.
Infra-red 4 person Sauna
Gas central heating.
Smart TV, WiFi.
Bluetooth speaker.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot and highchair and stair gate available on request.
Affordable parking is available in the car park next to the property.
Enclosed front balcony with furniture.
Secure enclosed bike store available on request.
Ground floor secondary entrance can be used for storing prams.
Two well-behaved pets allowed.
Sorry, no smoking.
Petrol station shop and pub 0.1 miles, lake 0.9 miles.
Note: There are steps up to the property.
Note: Restricting height beams to attic room.
Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out at 10am
Nearby points of interest
- Hayes Garden World Ambleside
- Lake Windermere
- Lakeland Motor Museum
- Derwent Pencil Museum
Reviews (21)
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Trevor
It is a well-situated, bright, well-equipped, comfortable flat, though because of the arrangement of rooms we did find the temperature varied somewhat between, say, the upper floor and the lower floor at times. Other minor quibbles included trying to adjust to the low beams over the bed in the top bedroom (heads were banged several times) and the absence of a toilet on the main floor (emergency dashes with young children up or downstairs were needed on occasion). Iâve scored 9 as a recommendation simply because I can imagine some people having difficulty with the three flights of stairs (if you include the external flight) and possibly the walk from the adjacent car park, for which you must remember to buy tickets in advance to get the cheap rate.
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Dominic
For £3.5k I had quite high expectations but they were not matched by the reality. Firstly the property was extremely cold on arrival. The thermostat when we finally located it was set to 17' and throughout the week continually reverted to that figure. Its positioning, just above the radiator in the dining room, meant it switched off whenever that radiator heated up leaving the rest of the house cold. We learned that we had to keep that radiator turned off. The top bedroom didn't heat up at all. After a couple of days of our guests being cold up there I managed to bleed the two radiators. That seems to me like simple maintenance that should be done by the owners. On Christmas Day we woke to no heat and no hot water. I again contacted Sykes but again got no response. Eventually one of our party with an engineering background worked out that it was because there was not enough pressure in the system and managed to get it working. None of us were impressed - not how we expected to spend Christmas morning! More minor concerns - the stove drove us all mad! By the end of the week I had learned how to use it reasonably well but it is not suitable for use by many different non-expert users. Generally the kitchen was inadequately equipped for a party of 11. We managed to produce all our meals only because we had brought a lot of our own equipment. There is no WC on the 2nd floor and just two WCs on the 1st floor serving 10 people. We would have grumbled about this even if they had both worked but the one in the bathroom continually got blocked. The presence of a plunger indicates that it is a recurring problem. Why has it not been sorted? I spent much of my Christmas week unblocking a toilet! I could go on. We put our most senior couple in the top room because of the en-suite facility _- but they couldn't use the bath and the bed was too low and they cracked their heads on the beams, .... and all the stairs. So to sum up. The price indicated comfort and luxury that was not present. The written description is inadequate. The managing agents were worse than useless- no response to phone calls or messages.
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Karen
There are lots of stairs and rooms are on different levels, plus itâs a short walking distance from the car park, but we understood this when we booked. Close to the town centre and walking distance to shops and pubs which was ideal. We paid for the car park using the pay by phone app and some of us got the early bird, but other members of the party were charged full price and we couldnât figure out why. Only problem we had during our trip was the dishwasher wasnât working (we only realised this after weâd fully loaded it). Overall a lovey stay, really great space and the added bonus is the sauna. Thanks