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The Gate House, believed to date back to the 17th century, is a substantial and well proportioned four bedroomed traditional Grade II* listed Lakeland house with three reception rooms.
It has a wealth of surprises and original features including exposed stone flags and exposed beams and floorboards. The spice cupboard in the living room dates from 1680 and a concealed priest hole in the wall between the kitchen and the dining room. The house is reputed to have been part of the dowry to Catherine of Braganza for her marriage to King Charles II.
This characterful property is in a fantastic location just a 10 minute walk to popular Ambleside with its variety of amenities: independent shops, cafes, pubs, supermarkets, restaurants, churches, library and three cinemas.
It sleeps eight people in three double bedrooms. The en-suite master has a double and a single bed making this a family room and an additional seating area, two double bedrooms and a single room. There is a large family bathroom on the first floor, and a separate WC on the ground floor.
The generous kitchen makes it a sociable space with ample seating for family meals but there is also a separate dining room for more formal meals with a serving hatch from the kitchen.
There are a few seating areas in the house for everyone to spread out and relax – the main sitting room, another snug at the back of the house and a sitting area in the master bedroom.
A variety of fine country walks can be accessed from the doorstep, including Loughrigg via a hidden path right at the top of the huge enclosed garden. The views from the back of the house looking across Windermere are stunning. The garden also has an outside seating area, gas BBQ and traditional planting to provide colour all year round.
There is ample parking for three vehicles at the front plus off road parking to the side of the house.
Sleeps 8
Two storeys
Bedrooms: family en-suite room with double and single beds, two further doubles, and one single room
Family bathroom with shower over bath
Separate shower room and WC
All bed linen and towels provided
Spacious lounge
Kitchen with dining table and Aga
Separate dining room
Electric heating
Log burner
Free Wi-Fi and TV
Extensive garden with outside seating
Private parking for up to three cars
Up to two dogs allowed (subject to an additional charge)
No smoking
Ambleside 1 mile; Grasmere 5 miles; Windermere 5 miles; Keswick 18 miles
Just outside Ambleside at the northern end of Lake Windermere, Clappersgate is a small hamlet perfectly positioned for exploring the central Lake District. Set where the River Brathay meets the road to Coniston and Hawkshead, it offers a peaceful base with excellent access to some of the area’s best-loved walks and attractions.
Clappersgate is within easy reach of Ambleside, just a 15-minute stroll along the road, and lies on the A593, making it a convenient stop for those travelling by car. The nearest train station is at Windermere, about 5 miles away, with bus and taxi connections available.
From here, you can walk straight into the surrounding fells, enjoy a riverside picnic, or head down to the shores of Windermere at Waterhead. The nearby Brathay Hall estate offers open grounds to explore, while the charming villages of Hawkshead and Coniston are only a short drive away through some of the most scenic routes in the Lakes.
With its quiet setting, proximity to Ambleside, and easy access to the wider area, Clappersgate is an ideal choice for those who want a tranquil base within walking distance of the Lake District’s main sights.
