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THE OLD POLICE HOUSE, family friendly, with a garden in Grasmere
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4 bedrooms 3 bathrooms Sleeps 8 145 sq m
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Explore the area
Ambleside, ENG
- Dove Cottage11 min walk
- Grasmere Lake & Rydal Water
- Rydal Mount5 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 King Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 4
2 Single Beds
3 bathrooms
Bathroom
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
En-suite Bathroom
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
En-suite Shower Room
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
THE OLD POLICE HOUSE, family friendly, with a garden in Grasmere
The Old Police House sits in Grasmere and sleeps eight people in four bedrooms.
The living areas in the property include a kitchen/diner with an electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, a breakfast bar for two, and dining for eight, a first-floor sitting room with a TV, and a snug with a TV and gas fire. The bedrooms consist of a king sized bed with en-suite shower room, a ground-floor double with en-suite bathroom, and two twins, along with a family bathroom and cloakroom. Outside, there is a garden with furniture, and off-road parking for three cars. Within 0.1 miles, there is a shop and pub. Please note that pets and smoking are not permitted. WiFi, fuel, power, bed linen and towels are all included in the price. The Old Police House is ideal for families and friends alike seeking a contemporary setting for their holiday in the Lake District.
Amenities: Electric central heating with gas fire. Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher. 2 x TV, DVD player, WiFi. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. This property does not have a cot or high chair but guests are welcome to bring their own. Off-road parking for three cars. Secure bike storage. Garden with furniture. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shop and pub 0.1 miles
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.
Town: The picturesque village of Grasmere, located in the heart of the Lake District National Park, is arguably best known as the home of William Wordsworth, who famously characterised it as "the most wonderful spot that man hath found." The Grasmere Gingerbread Shop, where the Wilson family has been producing gingerbread for over 60 years, is a must-see on any trip to Grasmere. A variety of stores, pubs, a 13th-century church, and Grasmere Lake are also located in the village.
The living areas in the property include a kitchen/diner with an electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, a breakfast bar for two, and dining for eight, a first-floor sitting room with a TV, and a snug with a TV and gas fire. The bedrooms consist of a king sized bed with en-suite shower room, a ground-floor double with en-suite bathroom, and two twins, along with a family bathroom and cloakroom. Outside, there is a garden with furniture, and off-road parking for three cars. Within 0.1 miles, there is a shop and pub. Please note that pets and smoking are not permitted. WiFi, fuel, power, bed linen and towels are all included in the price. The Old Police House is ideal for families and friends alike seeking a contemporary setting for their holiday in the Lake District.
Amenities: Electric central heating with gas fire. Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher. 2 x TV, DVD player, WiFi. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. This property does not have a cot or high chair but guests are welcome to bring their own. Off-road parking for three cars. Secure bike storage. Garden with furniture. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shop and pub 0.1 miles
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.
Town: The picturesque village of Grasmere, located in the heart of the Lake District National Park, is arguably best known as the home of William Wordsworth, who famously characterised it as "the most wonderful spot that man hath found." The Grasmere Gingerbread Shop, where the Wilson family has been producing gingerbread for over 60 years, is a must-see on any trip to Grasmere. A variety of stores, pubs, a 13th-century church, and Grasmere Lake are also located in the village.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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
About the area
Ambleside
Located in Ambleside, this cottage is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Lake Windermere and Coniston Water. The Herdy Shop and Cocoa Hearts are also worth visiting. Fishing offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling nearby.
GRASMERE, Cumbria & The Lake District
What's nearby
- Grasmere Garden Village - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Dove Cottage - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
- Wordsworth Museum - 11 min walk - 0.9 km
- Rydal Mount - 5 min drive - 4.4 km
- Ambleside Pier - 9 min drive - 10.6 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Wainwrights' Inn - 5 min drive
- The Apple Pie - 6 min drive
- The Distiller’s Arms - 5 min walk
- The Badger Bar - 4 min drive
- The Britannia Inn - 4 min drive
Frequently asked questions
About the host
Hosted by Sykes Holiday Cottages

Four bedrooms: 1 x King bed with en-suite shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x ground-floor king size bed with en-suite freestanding bath, walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 2 x twin. Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail and WC. Cloakroom with basin and WC. Kitchen/diner. First-floor sitting room. Snug room with gas fire
What makes this property unique
Electric central heating with gas fire. Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher. 2 x TV, DVD player, WiFi. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. This property does not have a cot or high but guests are welcome to bring their own. Off-road parking for three cars. Secure bike storage. Garden with furniture. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Shop and pub 0.1 miles
Languages:
English
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