Self-Catering at Tom Heights | Holiday Cottages in Ambleside

Holiday home
Tom Heights is spacious and airy apartment on the first floor of a spectacular Victorian building on Ambleside high street. The beautiful property sleeps two adults and has a cosy sitting room with entertainment system, fully-equipped kitchen and high-spec bathroom. Outside, there is private parking for one car. Located just a short walk from the town centre, which is home to various shops, bars and restaurants, Tom Heights is also close to the stunning scenery of the Lake District and its vast array of visitor attractions, including the spectacular Windermere and various scenic walking routes. Tom Heights is an ideal base for couples or individuals to explore the Lake District National Park from, whatever the time of year. Note: The key collection is from our Lakes Cottage Holidays office in Windermere.

Accomodation Details
Apartment all on first floor: 1 x double bedroom. 1 x bathroom with underfloor heating, power shower over bath, hand basin and WC. Sitting room with electric stove. Shared use of entrance hall with laundry facilities. Kitchen- Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, shared washing machine & tumble dryer and dishwasher.

Area
Ambleside is a true Lake District village with facilities and amenities for all, there is a large selection of shops ranging from walking and climbing to antiques and art galleries. Numerous restaurants, tea rooms and bars provide a welcoming ambience in which to relax and enjoy the company of friends and family or get to know the locals. Some of the best walks can be enjoyed in and around Ambleside, Stockghyll Falls and Wansfell can be walked straight from the door or jump in the car or an open top bus and head towards Grasmere or Langdale where you will find some of the best walks and dramatic scenery the Lakes have to offer.

Region
Impressive mountains, open fells and clear-water lakes, the Lake District has it all. From walking in the mountains to exhilarating watersports or just a gentle cruise on a steam-powered yacht, Cumbria is the perfect holiday destination.

Amenities
Electric panel/storage radiator heating. Wi-Fi, TV, DVD/Blu-ray player and HiFi. Electricity, bed linen and towels included in rent. Private parking for 1 medium size car. Shop and pub 5 mins walk. Note: Max 2 adults. This property does not have a garden. Note: property is not suitable for children or infants.

Viv C

September 2022

Black mould around bath, wash basin and kitchen sink. Toilet seat too small, so you sit partially on toilet rim. Toilet not clean on arrival. Total lack of customer service from Sykes Cottages who manage the rental, would not book through them again.

Mr Fitzpatrick

April 2019

Really nice little flat ideally located in the middle of Ambleside, would stay there again..

Mrs Hampshire

Had a lovely week.. Perfectly located for walks, shops, restaurants. Great having WiFi in self catered accommodation. Issue with inside of flat door handle coming off and found it tricky to find property as directions needed slightly updating. Windows could do with replacing as they’re old and provide little protection from outside sound. Spoke to someone at the office on departure and they were very receptive to feedback.

Marie T

February 2019

Had a most enjoyable week in this very cosy flat. It was very well equipped with everything we needed. The decor was lovely and very clean. The flat is very central so you can just leave the car (own space at the rear) and walk everywhere. Will definitely stay again.

Mrs Wrigley

December 2018

Tom Heights provided a cosy December break.. It’s a beautiful apartment, well-equipped and tastefully decorated. Thoroughly recommended.

Mrs Douch

Lovely accommodation in a great location, also very well equipped..

Brooks

The apartment is in a perfect location, right in the middle of Ambleside.. Ambleside itself is a fantastic place to holiday, it is buzzing on a night with plenty of excellent eating out places and great pubs. So good we'll be going again.

Mr Newton

October 2018

Tom Heights was a lovely place to stay.. Right in the hub of Ambleside. Convenient location to explore the Lake District. Cumfy bed, well laid out. Perfect place to chill out and enjoy!!!!

Ms Mcgrogan

It's a comfortable flat in a great location.. Although it's very central, I didn't find it at all noisy. The kitchen was well equipped, though I ate out a lot as there is such a good selection of restaurants nearby. I had a couple of small reservations. One was the heating: the storage heater was supposed to have a boost function for evening heat, but I couldn't find the button referred to in the instructions. The electric log stove worked really well as an alternative, though. The other issue was parking. The entrance to the space is very tight because of a pillar to one side, although the space itself is generous enough. But the main problem was that a van belonging to a neighbouring business parked in the driveway during the day. When I arrived, this was blocking my access to the parking, and on other days I was blocked in. I realised who the van belonged to but it was at best an added inconvenience to have to approach them if I had wanted to use the car while I was there. (Luckily I didn't.)

Mrs Nickson

September 2018

Tom Heights was well equipped.. Towels were a bonus and we used the property's communal washing machine and dryer. Very useful after hiking in the rain. Central location good. Ambleside is a great base. Some noise from neighbours overnight but wouldn't put us off staying there again.

A Holiday Lettings verified reviewer

August 2018

Stylish and well-equipped, it has everything you'll need. Right in the heart of Ambleside, lots of pubs and restaurants nearby. We loved sitting at the table by the window with a cup of coffee or a glass of wine and do some people watching. Zeffirelli's next door with live music and great vegetarian food is also worth mentioning.

Our third visit to Tom Heights.. It remains super convenient, really cosy and just perfect for two people. The only problem is that, at the end of the holiday, you have to hand back the keys and leave!

JJfromtheEast

June 2018

Once again, a wonderful and comfortable stay in his great little apartment in the heart of Ambleside (not Amble as stated in the heading!). Having parked the car (which despite the warnings is perfectly straightforward) we bought bus passes for the week and were able to forget about traffic jams and parking spaces for the entire holiday. It worked out brilliantly for walking too. Anyway, staying in Tom Heights is a delight. The comfortable bed, compact layout, well-equipped kitchen and lovely, bright living room make for a really relaxed holiday. There are several great pubs and restaurants nearby. The proximity to Zeffirelli's cinema and restaurant is a particular bonus. We love Tom Heights and we'll definitely be returning.

Miss Roures

March 2018

Skye cottages provided excellent customer support on the phone before and and throughout the stay

Catherine T

August 2017

Right in the centre of Ambleside but with parking so we could leave the car and walk. Well equipped rental and clean and comfortable. We needed a flexible start date so this was great to find. Traffic was noisy in a morning but we are early risers and got out before the crowds - especially important if we wanted to use the car. Ambleside is central for lots of lovely walks to suit all abilities and various attractions including some interesting National Trust properties

February 2017

This little apartment has everything two people need in Ambleside. The location is brilliant. Pubs, cafés, restaurants and shops are all within a two-minute walk and the legendary Zeffirelli's cinema and restaurant is right next door. You can even avoid having to make your own morning coffee by nipping across the road to Esquire's! The delightful living room is very cosy and comfortable. There is a good selection of books and local maps. The TV has a DVD player. There is just the right amount of equipment for two people in the smart kitchen which has a full cooker, a microwave, dishwasher and fridge freezer. They even throw in a welcome bottle of wine!

Sara E

October 2016

This is definitely the hidden gem of Ambleside. Tastefully decorated, well equipped and comfortable. We were a little put off at first because of previous comments about parking. We have a 4x4 and reversed into the parking spot with no trouble. Very handy for restaurants, pubs and cinema. We would stay again if we return to Ambleside.

LynzP365

September 2016

We loved this apartment! When we first arrived we were rather apprehensive as the entrance hall was bare floorboards and smelt damp but a note (with a nice bottle of red wine) in the apartment explained it was due to the floods that Ambleside suffered earlier in the year. As soon as we walked in we felt at home. The kitchen was very modern and well equipped and the décor in the whole apartment was warm and welcoming. The rooms were bigger than we expected with plenty of storage space in the bedroom. The location was excellent for proximity to the centre of the village and 2 minutes walk would find cinemas, restaurants and shops. The only minor issue we had was with noise from the street - we got used to the traffic noise but unfortunately there were a few occasions of drunken revellers! If you want scenic views from your accommodation this maybe not for you but a short walk/drive gives you all the scenery you could ask for.

sometimesveggie

March 2016

Thanks for accommodating us at short notice. We had a hugely enjoyable stay in this cosy apartment for two. It was well equipped and comfortably furnished, and decorated in warm colours that are rare to see these days, which made the stay even more enjoyable. The Persian rug in the lounge was such a delight, we're now looking for one similar! Tom Heights was so well situated we didn't really need the car once parked, and we found the flat surprisingly peaceful given the town centre location. A particular bonus was having Zefirellis 'vegeterranean' restaurant so close. We'll be back soon I hope.

bakee001

February 2016

Second time staying here in 18 months. Fell in love with this cute, clean and cosy getaway the first time round and just had to come back. Perfect location for walks and eating/drinking in Ambleside. Well furnished, always clean with well equipped kitchen. With the addition of wifi since our first stay we couldn't ask for me, it has everything we need for a week away. We will definitely be returning in the future!

MeganEvans22

September 2015

My boyfriend and I stayed here for 4 nights during August and had a great time. The apartment was perfectly sized for 2 people and beautifully decorated making it feel very homely. On arrival the place was spotlessly clean and we even found a bottle of red left for us which was a great touch. The kitchen had all the appliances needed if you fancied cooking at home and the lounge had great books and maps for recommended hikes and activities. Location was perfect - right in the centre of town with both supermarkets only a few minutes walk and a nice coffee shop opposite for morning coffee runs. Ambleside itself is a lovely little town with lots of nice pubs, cafes and shops. Only thing to be aware of is the tight parking around the back, manoeuvring in and out of the space was quite a hassle if all the other spaces were full so need to be careful - would not recommend driving a 4x4 in there! Other than that, really enjoyed my holiday there and would definitely come back!

Guest

April 2014

The second time my partner and myself have stayed here, the other time being 4 years ago, and although the owners and décor/layout have changed, it's still a very cosy, comfortable stay and will not hesitate to stay again on our next visit. The whole 3 days was great, good weather, gorgeous scenery, and excellent help and advice from the guys at Blacks over the road. Recommended very much. ( And great coffee over the road too!)

March 2014

We stayed at Tom Heights from the 14-17 Feb for a long weekend. We loved our stay here and if we were to visit ambleside again we would definitely check to see if this apartment was available! It is a very cosy apartment with everything you could possibly need included. It is in a great location, right in the centre of town with plenty to see and do around you! We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and thank you for the bottle of wine!!!

December 2013

Next door to Zeffirellis in the heart of ambleside, this is a beautifully decorated flat, very cosy and comfortable. Kitchen well equipped (although we ate out every evening of our long weekend).Parking very tight but very convenient - we didn't need to move the car - walking from ambleside each day.

August 2013

A lovely one bedroomed flat situated right in the centre of ambleside. A well-equipped kitchen and bathroom made for an enjoyable holiday. We loved sitting at the table in the window and watching the world go by. It wasn't necessary to cook as there was plenty of choice of restaurants and cafes. Ideal accommodation for exploring the ambleside area. We didn't move our car for the three days as we could go walking from the flat.

July 2012

Tom Heights is more than adequate and very comfortable. Great location and more than adequate amenities. Very comfortable if the weather goes bad.

May 2012

Very central; set in the heart of ambleside. Great location to begin walking or simply visit shops, restaurants etc. Property clean and tidy upon arrival, exactly as advertised. Maintenance issue was responded to promptly.

November 2011

Flat was very nice, well appointed and in a good location close to the shops. It was clean and comfortable.

Booking was easy, directions good to find the place. The apartment was very central,clean and comfortable it's a pitty the public areas of the building let it down, they could all do with a make over. The description of the flat stated that all towels were provided but there were only 1 bath and 1 hand towel available, which was not enough for 2 adults for a weeks stay. The kitchen was very nice but could have done with more crockery and cutlery to make using the dishwasher more worthwhile, it's very wasteful to put it on after almost every meal only half full. We never used the shared washing facilities, that area was very damp and uninviting to have to spend time waiting for the washing to finish, there would be room in the kitchen to fit a washer/dryer without loosing too much cupboard space. The car parking space was a nightmare to manouver in and out of, the old gate post makes the entrance/exit very narrow, we found it easier to back in so that we could drive out, as the lane behind the property is busy. The dining area was great for 'people watching' and it was great being right in the middle of ambleside, there are plenty of restaurants, pubs, coffee shops etc. on the door step. We had a great week, we walked everyday except one, several of them straight from the door so no need to find car parking.

The property as a whole was nice and had a fantastic location. However the bathroom was very disappointing and urgently needs a re-fit. The entrance areas to the apartment were quite shabby as well, but we did like the remaining rooms in the apartment.

Everything we needed for a walking base. Apartment well equipt and cosy but hallways and back entrance not so inviting. The need to unlock three doors to access apartment from street was quite a challenge.

August 2011

Convenient location, not too noisy. Detail of where to collect key could be better and car park space was better located than we had been told. Acommodation good though bathroom a bit dated (but don't get rid of bath!)

Tom Heights is a lovely little apartment with all you need for a stay away. It is in the perfect location for the lakes with great walks and restaurants on the doorstep. The road was a little noisy in the mornings and the parking space was quite tight but we had a great stay overall.

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Tom Heights in Ambleside, Cumbria