This 2-bedroom house is a Grade II-listed apartment in the heart of Ambleside dating back to 1700. From 1813 it served as William Wordsworth's office where he worked as postmaster for Westmorland. The big bay windows that looked out over the town centre during his time are still there today.

Ambleside puts you within walking distance of pubs restaurants and cafes. The northern edge of Windermere is just one mile away where you can take a boat cruise calling at Brockhole Bowness and Lakeside. 3-Bedroom Apartment in Pull Woods Pike and Rydal Cave are within 7.5 miles for walkers.

The apartment sleeps four across two bedrooms. Bedroom one is a king-size room with window seating wooden blinds and a Smart TV. Bedroom two is a characterful double with storage space wooden blinds and a Smart TV. Both bedrooms have their own en-suite shower rooms. The open-plan lounge kitchen and dining area features sumptuous seating and a dining table set by the bay window.

The Bridge House the Armitt Museum Ambleside Roman Fort and Stock Ghyll Force are all on your doorstep. Grasmere Coniston Water and Esthwaite Water are all within seven miles.

A parking permit for one car is included valid across several car parks throughout the South Lakes. Note this property has no hot tub and no outside space. Perfect for couples or small families wanting a well-located Lakes base with real history.