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Old Sawpit - Two Bedroom Apartment, Sleeps 4

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Exterior
Dishwasher, coffee/tea maker, toaster
2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, Internet, bed sheets
Fireplace
Fireplace

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire apartment

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen

About this property

Entire place

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

Old Sawpit - Two Bedroom Apartment, Sleeps 4

Steeped in history, The Old Sawpit is the upper floor of a traditional stone Lakeland building which lies above an original saw pit where cartwheels were made by the Elterwater Wheelwrights.

Located in the picturesque village of Elterwater, this cottage has been a long time favourite for walkers enjoying strolls along the river or taking on the challenge of more strenuous walks. Relax with a glass of wine on the iron bench, at the top of the Old Sawpit steps, watching the sheep graze on the common, or warm yourself in front of the log burning fire in the cosy lounge

There is private off-road parking available and we welcome up to two well behaved dogs.

Elterwater is a very picturesque village in the heart of Langdale with some of the best walking  - we like to think this is the heart of the Lake District.  Leave the car parked up for the week, and enjoy walks from your doorstep and a fantastic local pub (The Britannia Inn), or a more formal dining treat at the Eltermere Inn Hotel.  The local village shop in Chapel Stile is less than a mile away and very well equipped for all your needs.

Summary of facilities:

Two bedrooms - double and twin rooms
Bathroom with a bath and separate shower unit
Well equipped kitchen with; washer/dryer, dishwasher, fridge, freezer, microwave, (and of course) a toaster, kettle, electric oven and hob.
Open plan living/dining room with lovely views and open fire (logs and kindling can be purchased from our office)
Free wifi
Free parking
Up to two well behaved dogs welcome
Pets - allowed
Smoking - not allowed


Once you have booked your stay we will request your email address and send you full directions and checking in instructions.

Property manager

Jerry Rebbeck

Languages

English

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the apartment: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Dishwasher
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

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)
  • Fire extinguisher

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Exterior

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

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

Pets

Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
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
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

3235233

About the area

Map
Ambleside

What's nearby

  • Grasmere Garden Village - 4 min drive - 3.1 miles
  • Dove Cottage - 5 min drive - 3.3 miles
  • Lake Windermere - 6 min drive - 4.6 miles
  • Ambleside Pier - 7 min drive - 4.8 miles
  • Rydal Mount - 9 min drive - 5.6 miles

Getting around

  • Foxfield Station - 22 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Wainwrights' Inn - ‬12 min walk
  • ‪The Apple Pie - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Rothay Manor Hotel - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Badger Bar - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Ambleside Tap Yard - ‬5 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Old Sawpit - Two Bedroom Apartment, Sleeps 4 pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Old Sawpit - Two Bedroom Apartment, Sleeps 4?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Old Sawpit - Two Bedroom Apartment, Sleeps 4?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Old Sawpit - Two Bedroom Apartment, Sleeps 4 located?

Situated in Ambleside, this apartment building is within 2 miles (3 km) of Allan Bank, Skelwith Force and Faeryland. Rydal Water and Helm Crag are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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Old Sawpit - Two Bedroom Apartment, Sleeps 4 Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Sally T.

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

Wonderful week of scenery, history, and hiking.

The cottage was spotless and very comfortable, with comfortable beds and a beautiful bathroom and a comfortable, fully equipped kitchen. You can walk (15 minutes) to a local market, and many wonderful hikes start at your doorstep. The local pub is at the bottom of the street and excellent.It would have been helpful if the kind of coffee maker in the kitchen had been specified (there is a French press), as it makes it easier to shop before you arrive. Also, it would have been nice if they provided salt (they do supply you with a handful of tea bags, and some packets of instant coffee and sugar), as it's silly to have to buy an entire container of salt for just a week's stay. All the cooking knives are dangerously dull, so chopping an onion is an ordeal. They could maybe upgrade the knives, or at least provide ONE that is sharp (the sharpener didn't help at all).There was no personal interaction with the property managers, as there was no reason to, so that made it a little less friendly than it might have been.But the cottage is wonderful, the location is ideal -- no trashy shops, just the pub -- and if you want to do some walking in the glorious fells of Cumbria this is an ideal place. We plan to return ASAP!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025