Welcome to Bracken Howe

Self-catering accommodation in Ambleside

 

Bracken Howe is an elegant and substantial 5-bedroom period residence of luxury and quality in the heart of the Lake District National Park.  It has been lovingly restored and renovated, retaining its character and many original features.  It occupies a secluded position tucked away to the fringe of the popular Lake District village of Ambleside and enjoys splendid views in a westerly direction towards Loughrigg Fell, whilst being only a few minutes level walk from the centre of Ambleside.

Bracken Howe is a special place for a special break with family or friends. We look forward to welcoming you.

Janet & Phil

Key features of Bracken Howe

• Period property of character, quality and elegance
• Immaculately presented throughout
• Secluded peaceful location 200 metres level walk to central Ambleside
• 5 bedrooms – three with ensuite bathrooms (two with four-poster beds) one superking (or it can be a twin) one double and one twin
• Period property of character, quality and elegance

• 4 bathrooms (including ensuites) plus downstairs WC
• 3 reception rooms
• Hot tub in garden
• Private parking for up to 5 cars
• Changeover day Friday
• Sorry no pets
• Sleeps 10 people (+2 on a sofa bed in Snug)

• Walks available from the front door
• Panoramic mountain views
• Bike storage available upon request
• Open fire
• Full Sky and BT Sport packages
• Fibre optic wi-fi
• Charcoal BBQ (April – September)
• Five-Star Gold Visit England Property

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What people say about us

The perfect house!

 We celebrated our Ruby Wedding Anniversary here with our two sons and friends.  Bracken Howe was the perfect house and we feel very privileged that we have been able to share it.  Some good walks done by all.  Ages from 3 to 67!

The Brooks, Essex – May 2017

What a perfect location

What a perfect location. Bracken Howe is a beautiful property and spotlessly clean!  Thank you for the lovely welcome hamper.  We had a super time!

The Wilson family, Leicester – May 2019

 The house lived up to all our expectations.

The setting was amazing and the house furniture and fittings top notch.  The hot tub was fab.  We would highly recommend this lovely home and hope to return again.

The McNulty family, County Mayo – June 2017

The accommodation was of a very high standard and the facilities were excellent.

The age range of the party was from 2 to 71 and there was plenty for everybody to do. The big attraction was that it was so close to the town centre but the outside play areas and the hot tub were also well enjoyed.

Mr G, May 2017

There is so much to do around the area for people of all ages.

We came here to celebrate my 70th birthday.  We have all thoroughly enjoyed our holiday in this beautiful home, in such a wonderful setting.  We had fantastic weather but even if the weather had not been so kind to us there is so much to do around the area for people of all ages. Big hits – the hot tub, the children’s play area at the rear of the house, football field at the rear of the house, Go Ape.

The Gilmour family, Isle of Bute – April 2017

Thank you for a clean, excellently appointed and very sensibly arranged house.

 The furnishings and facilities are tasteful and of high quality which we all appreciated.  Thank you for the children’s toys and the large luxurious towels.  Very unusual to find a house of such quality that is arranged and equipped so sensibly!

The Roberts, California – June 2017

Our 3rd visit to Bracken Howe

We have thoroughly enjoyed our time away.  Plenty of laughs and giggles and as one of the ladies said, “it has been the perfect tonic!”  this was a much needed break for us all and we are all leaving feeling relaxed, refreshed and are already eagerly anticipating our next visit in 2018!  Thank you so much!

The Speechies – June 2017

Great attention to detail

Fabulous stay.  Well equipped house with great facilities.  Lovely handy location.  Much fun and happy times had by all in a beautiful setting.

The Stephensons and Croskells – May 2017

There is so much to do around the area for people of all ages.

We came here to celebrate my 70th birthday.  We have all thoroughly enjoyed our holiday in this beautiful home, in such a wonderful setting.  We had fantastic weather but even if the weather had not been so kind to us there is so much to do around the area for people of all ages. Big hits – the hot tub and the children’s play area at the rear of the house, Go Ape.

The Gilmour family, Isle of Bute – April 2017

Another wonderful week making memories

Another wonderful week making memories that we’ll treasure – beautiful house, beautiful scenery, fabulous location. Thank you! Looking forward to another visit already!

Smith family (August 2020)

Great Location.

Great location, fantastic accommodation and excellent facilities. Will be back next year.

Shore family (November 2019)

Another great family week

Another great family week. Walking or just relaxing in perfect surroundings. Saw a stag and two hinds in the garden at 1am.  Worth staying up for! Looking forward to next visit.

Moley family (March 2020)

Another great family week

A fab place, top notch in every way. We will be back for certain. Our stay exceeded our expectations ten fold. Thank you! Alan and Julie

Alan and Julie (March 2020)

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