Barakat Lakes Escape | House in Ambleside

9.6 (4 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   3 Bedrooms  3 Bathrooms  6 Guests
Waterhead House | Barakat Lakes Escape

3 Bedroom House in Waterhead, Ambleside

Summary:
Barakat is a spacious, modern holiday home in Ambleside, a popular Lake District village. This charming self-catering retreat is located in the heart of the national park, offering easy access to activities on and off Lake Windermere. It’s the perfect base for an adventure holiday, allowing you to explore the Cumbrian fells before returning to the cosy comforts Barakat provides. An ideal choice for your next Lake District getaway.
The Space:
Barakat is a beautifully renovated holiday home with stunning views overlooking Lake Windermere. This modern, self-catering property is packed with eco-credentials and smart technology, offering a perfect blend of sustainability and comfort. Its prime location makes it an ideal base to explore Ambleside, Windermere, and the wider Lake District National Park. However, you might find it hard to tear yourselves away from the magnificent lake views right at your doorstep.
Nestled into a rugged slate outcrop, Barakat offers outstanding vistas in every direction. Imagine sitting on the private slate terrace with a glass of wine, watching cattle wander down to the banks of the River Brathay or the sun setting over the magnificent Lakeland fells. From the property, you can enjoy a scenic stroll to the nearby Wateredge Inn for lunch or explore the historic Roman Fort 'Galava' located directly opposite.
This luxury property comfortably sleeps six guests with three en-suite bedrooms, one of which is conveniently located on the ground floor. This makes Barakat an ideal choice for families with multiple generations or groups seeking a peaceful retreat. The home features a light-filled and well-equipped kitchen-dining area, a sumptuous sitting room, and plenty of off-road parking. Please note, due to its peaceful location, the property is not suitable for party bookings.
Book your stay at Barakat for an unforgettable break in the beautiful Lake District.
Guest Access:
Parking is available on the driveway, with an EV charging station for one vehicle. For added convenience, the property is fully accessible, with features including:
Step-free access to the ground floor bedroom and bathroom
Doorways to the ground floor bedroom and bathroom are all wider than 32 inches (81cm)
A designated disabled parking spot
Easy shower access in the ground floor bathroom
Bicycle storage available on-site
A ramp is also provided in the bicycle shed for back-door access, ensuring smooth mobility around the property.
The Neighborhood:
The village of Ambleside is situated in the heart of the Lake District surrounded by plentiful natural beauty and full of Cumbrian charm and rich history. History can be found on Barakat's own doorstep with a 2nd century Roman Fort ruin that can be found less than a two-minute wander away! Towards the centre of the village Stock Ghyll Force can be found, a spectacular 70-foot waterfall or perhaps more familiarly there is the National Trust owned 17th Century Bridge House over Stock Ghyll beck is one of the most recognisable and photographed scenes in Lakeland! While Ambleside remains distinctly popular with walkers, climbers and those looking to get out and about on the lake, there is no shortage of shops, cafes restaurants and a local cinema.
Getting Around:
Barakat is a great location to travel to a number of local attractions and locations when out-and-about by car. The local bus routes run regularly from Ambleside and are found a short stroll from the house should you wish to explore other well-known locations such as Keswick, Ambleside, Bowness and Windermere to name a few. Ambleside proper can also easily be accessed on foot with the heart of the village just a leisurely 15-minute stroll away.
Other Things to Note:
Please see listed below additional charges that may be applied to your booking upon request:
We are pet friendly, there is an additional pet fee per evening, per pet.
Late check out is available for an additional cost, please contact our team for further information.

Barakat Lakes Escape is located in Waterhead. Barakat Lakes Escape provides accommodation, featuring Pet Friendly, Bedding/Linens, Child Friendly, among other amenities. This House features Pet Friendly, Bedding/Linens, Child Friendly, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Barakat Lakes Escape has 3 Bedrooms , 3 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 6 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated House because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this House, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. House has a friendly neighborhood, and the Waterhead has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the House in Waterhead, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Amenities

Pet Friendly
TV
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

Facility Overview

Air Conditioner
  • Heating
Bathrooms
  • 3 bathrooms
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
Bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided
  • 3 bedrooms
  • Fireplace
Kitchen
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster
  • Stovetop
  • Oven
Laundry
  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine
Parking
  • Electric car charging station on site
Pet Friendly
  • Pet friendly
Accessibility
  • Smoke-free property
Entertainment
  • TV
General
  • Unit size: 420 sq ft (39 sq m)
  • English
  • In a village
  • In a rural location
  • Office
Guest Services
  • Iron/ironing board
Internet
  • WiFi available
Outdoors
  • Garden
  • Balcony
Security/Safety
  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit

Policies

Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm minimum check-in age: 18
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Event Policy
No events allowed
Pet Policy
Note from host: charge may apply pets allowed service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Smoking Policy
Smoking is not permitted

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property accepts cash 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

Reviews

John P.
Aug 25, 2025 03:09:58 PM
Review Score:   10
Summary: Lovely house, great location.
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