The Lakelands is a prestigious development which was completed in three phases between 1983 and 1988. It was constructed by the Rockliffe group of companies, a well known local firm which built a number of high class developments in the Lake District.
The Lakelands sold out very quickly, due to the exceptionally high standard of the apartments and the unique position, overlooking Ambleside with unspoilt views of the surrounding Lakeland countryside.
In addition, The Lakelands is very close to an excellent selection of shops, restaurants and friendly inns and is only a short drive away from the beautiful lake, waters, tarns, fells and the many attractions in the area.
The apartments are well equipped and have either a patio or balcony with garden furniture overlooking Ambleside and the fells beyond.
Each apartment has it's own parking space and there are several additional spaces on site for the use of visitors. Owners have the benefit of all year round access to the excellent Leisure Centre at The Lakelands comprising a swimming pool, jacuzzi, sauna and steam room facilities. 
Phase I
Comprises eight apartments in two layouts and incorporates traditional exterior and interior designs to an extremely high specification.
Phase II
Comprises the Leisure Centre and five apartments Three of theses are penthouse apartment which have especially fine outlooks and beautiful terraces from which to admire the view.
Phase III
Comprises seventeen apartments, three of which constitute part of the timeshare resort. The remaining fourteen apartments are privately owned, but have access to the Leisure Centre through a cost sharing agreement.
Freehold of the Apartments
The freehold of Phase I and Phase II is held in trust by HSBC (formerly Midland Bank) on behalf of The Lakelands Owners Club, whose members own the timeshare weeks at the resort.
The freehold of Phase III is held by Ambleside Overview Ltd. - a private company established for the specific purpose of managing the Phase III building.
The three timeshare apartments in this building have long term leases which are held in trust by HSBC (formerly Midland Bank) on behalf of The Lakelands Owners Club.
Holiday Certificates
The owner of each timeshare week holds a legally binding Holiday Certificate which entitles the registered holder to occupy the apartment to which it relates for the relevant week in each calendar year until 31 December 2066 .
The Holiday Certificates are issued on behalf of the Club by our Solicitors and the Register of Owners is maintained at the Clubs office. Owners of holiday certificates must be registered as members of the Club. Anyone who does not own a holiday certificate cannot be a member of the Club.
Management Arrangements
Responsibility for management of the timeshare resort is vested in The Lakelands Owners Club which works within a clearly established legal framework as defined in in The Constitution.
The management of the business and affairs of the Club including the annual setting of management charges is undertaken by a Committee of up to five members elected from among the club members.
Day to day management of the resort is the responsibility of the Resort General Manager, supported by an experienced and capable team of maintenance, administrative and domestic staff.
The Resort General Manager is accountable to the Chairman of the Club and we are fortunate to have an experienced manager who, with the support of the Committee, has maintained our high standards over the years.
Management Charges
Owners contribute to the costs incurred by the Club in proportion to the number of Holiday Certificates held. The annual management charge consists of :
a management fee
a contribution towards the replacement of furniture and equipment
a share of the business rates and value added tax
The management fee includes all cleaning and maintenance costs, a share of the leisure centre costs and administration. The management fee varies in accordance with the size of the apartment.
2010 Management Fees
Owner Resales
The list of timeshare weeks for resale by owners is updated regularly.
Please click here for our latest resale weeks
Interval International - Exchange Organisation
Timeshare purchase at The Lakelands give you the opportunity to exchange your week for a week at any Interval International affiliated resort throughout the world. There are over 1,600 fabulous resorts internationally to choose from.
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