This 1-bedroom apartment is a first-floor retreat sitting right in the heart of Ambleside town centre in the Lake District National Park. Views stretch over the rooftops and out to the fells beyond a genuinely impressive outlook for a town-centre property. This rental is a single-storey retreat with all living space on the first floor, full of exposed stone walls and original beams paired with contemporary décor.

Ambleside puts you within walking distance of everything. Stock Ghyll Force waterfall is just 0.5 miles away. Lake Windermere is around one mile. Independent shops, eateries, an independent cinema and an indoor climbing wall are all on your doorstep.

The open-plan living space features a wood burner, plush sofas, Smart TV and large windows. The kitchen has a gas hob, electric oven, dishwasher and washer/dryer. One king-size bedroom with soft bedding sleeps two. The stylish slate bathroom has a power shower over a deep bath. A private patio with bistro set completes the picture.

Skelwith Force waterfall (3 miles), 3-Bedroom Apartment in Pull Woods Pike (1.5 miles from town), the Roman fort ruins at Waterhead and Windermere lake cruises are all within easy reach.

This apartment suits couples perfectly. Private parking onsite, a wood burner for cosy evenings and fell views on tap. Book it before someone else does.