Have just returned from three nights in Ghyllside with husband, 2 teenagers and a little dog. We arrived a bit earlier than we had thought we might and Ian had already nipped round and put the heating on which was a nice touch. The accommodation itself is great, perfectly adequate lounge with two sofas, dvd, tv and cd player, leading... more

My wife and I decided after many years doing B/B and D/B/B to go for a weeks self-catering in the Lake District. We booked for a week in June at Kirkstone Foot but that had to be postponed when I became unwell and had to go into hospital pending an operation in July. We contacted the owners, Ian and Jackie,... more

The apartments at Kirkstone Foot are comfortable, clean and well-equipped. If you are looking for somewhere to return to after a day on the fells or on tour, this is unbeatable, with friendly hosts on site if you have any questions or problems,. Each apartment has a reserved parking space (like gold-dust in Ambleside) and within a short walk of... more

Spent lots of holidays here and apartments always spotless and lovely and fresh. Made very welcome by all staff and always attend to all their duties with a very pleasant manner. more

We were pleasantly surprised by the high level of accommodation at Kirkstone Foot. The four night midweek booking suited our plans ideally. We stayed in Bassenthwaite apartment that had a generous sized bedroom, ample well equipped kitchen and a nice lounge/diner area, although this was not massive it was easily big enough for the two of us and had a... more

Having stayed at Kirkstone Foot for many years, long before Trip Advisor was even thought of, it is appropriate to put it up with the best, if not the best in Ambleside and the Lakes generally. It consistently maintains a very high standard both in the apartments themselves and also with its onsite supervision every day of the week. Sitting... more

This is our 3rd visit to Kirkstone Foot, staying in various appartments. The owners were helpful & friendly just as they have been on the previous occasions. Despite the unseasonal weather the appartment was warm with plenty of hot water to recover from the down pours. They are well equiped & furnished, even the appartments that cater for dogs are... more

We have just returned from a briiliant week staying in the Ghyllside apartment. The apartment was spotless you wouldn't think they allowed dogs in there, it's the first self catering accomodation we have stayed in that i haven't felt i needed to wash the cups before i had a cuppa. We took our German Shepherd and he love it, the... more

Stayed here after looking for days and days on the internet for a suitable place for us (married couple) and our dog. The cottage we stayed in "Fairfield" was exactly what we expected, very clean, well stocked and a decent size for the 3 of us. The staff were lovely and helpful and couldnt be faulted. You can even borrow... more