Bracken Ground

Customer rating

5.0★

10 Guests
5 Bedrooms
4 Bathrooms
Pets Yes
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Features

Hot tub
Ground floor accommodation
Sauna
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

11 Customer Review(s)

Alexandra
February 2026

“We had a fabulous week here and it suited all of our needs from age 7 to 72!”

The hot tub and sauna were just what was needed after a days walking in the most spectacular scenery. We did some walks from the doorstep and repeated some of our favourites over the years . The beds were really comfy and there was plenty of room for all of us . We self catered and the kitchen had everything we needed to cook for us all . I think we were all sad to leave and would definitely recommend it to groups of family and friends. The owners kept in touch throughout, although we didn’t ...

The hot tub and sauna were just what was needed after a days walking in the most spectacular scenery. We did some walks from the doorstep and repeated some of our favourites over the years . The beds were really comfy and there was plenty of room for all of us . We self catered and the kitchen had everything we needed to cook for us all . I think we were all sad to leave and would definitely recommend it to groups of family and friends. The owners kept in touch throughout, although we didn’t need to call upon them.

- Alexandra, February 2026

Hi Alexandra and family. Oh my goodness, we are sooooooo thrilled that your lovely stay was so wonderful for each and everyone of you. We’re so pleased that you’ve been out discovering the magic of the area. And that you’ve been able to enjoy special moments soaking up the facilities and letting these, and the surrounding nature prove so relaxing. We love that you’ve found the stay so comfortable and had everything you needed to make it a home-from-home. I hope you’ve made the most precious memories to cherish and relive together for a very long time to come, and that you’ll return to stay with us again. Truly that would be incredible! Thank you again for choosing Bracken Ground for your family break, we couldn’t be happier we were able to share this magnificent and unique place with you. Karen and Mat, Bracken Ground team :-) x Property Owner
Rory January 2026

“Bracken Ground was absolutely perfect!”

We had such an amazing weekend and the property is stunning! We loved that it was set in beautiful woodland but was only a short walk to the local pub which was spot on for an afternoon stroll. The house is lovely- really well equipped and spotless! The garden is exactly what you need to relax in with the Hot Tub by the pond. The owners were very helpful sending us all the information we needed throughout our stay! Would 100% recommend this place!

- Rory, January 2026

Hi Rory and guests. Wow, absolutely over the moon to hear how much you enjoyed your stay with us recently - these lovely words mean so much to us. The most important thing for us is providing a spectacular base for unforgettable stays, and getting out exploring. To know this was everything you’d hoped really does fill us with joy. We couldn’t be happier that you got to enjoy the beautiful garden setting and unique hot tub and wellness setting. We hope that magic moments were shared that you can treasure. We are so thankful you choose Bracken Ground, and would love to welcome you all back anytime. Your kind words will continue to spur us on to make sure each stay is utterly fantastic. Karen and Mat, Bracken Ground Team :-) x Property Owner
Brian January 2026

“Excellent accommodation with very high quality facilities.”

Our grandchildren loved the hot tub as did the adults.The garden area, with the stream made a relaxing backdrop for our holiday which we enjoyed despite the weather. Cottage was warm when we arrived and was very comfortable for our stay We would recommend Bracken Ground for families of all ages.

- Brian, January 2026

Hi Brian and family, OMG, we are so utterly grateful for this incredible review of our property. We adored how you immersed yourself in nature surrounding Bracken, and were able to take time to switch off here. It’s so wonderful to know the tranquility and peaceful setting has been so valued. We’re thrilled to bits the grandchildren (and the grown ups) got to enjoy the fabulous hot tub - it’s quite the experience and hopefully many happy memories made to cherish. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for choosing Bracken Ground for your holiday, we feel privileged to have played our part in your family’s precious time together. We wish you the very best for the year ahead and we would absolutely love to welcome you all back soon. Thank you again Karen, Mat and the Bracken Ground team :-) Property Owner
Bernie December 2025

“Bracken Ground was perfect for our new year celebration with three generations of our family including a small baby, a toddler and a five year old.”

The grounds were spectacular and the dogs absolutely loved exploring them. The hot tub and sauna were very popular too (not with the dogs!!). We couldn't fault anything. The decorations all around the outside and inside were so thoughtfully done and really added to the atmosphere. Thank you so much for providing such a great home from home. We hope to be back sometime.

- Bernie, December 2025

Hi Bernie and family, Wow, totally blown away by this absolutely incredible feedback. It means so much to us that you’ve had such a superb time at Bracken. I love that you shared with us how you’d been previously many years ago when your children were young. It’s our privilege and pleasure to have welcomed you back to bring in the new year. We loved that everyone (humans and doggies) thoroughly enjoyed themselves, we truly couldn’t have wished for anything more. And thank you so much for the kind words about the decorations, we wanted to add a touch more magic to this already spectacular place. We cannot wait to welcome you all back soon. Thank you again for choosing to welcome in 2026 with us. Our very best wishes for a fabulous year ahead. Bracken Ground team :-) ️‍✨ . Property Owner
Mary October 2025

“Lovely house in wooded grounds, Hot tub and sauna very popular.”

We had a fabulous family 4 days, in beautiful surroundings. The house , is very high spec, and caters for all needs. Kitchen is very well equipped.

- Mary, October 2025

Hi Mary and family. Wow wow wow, thank you so so much taking the time to share such amazing feedback. We feel utterly privileged to share this spectacular setting with you all. We’re thrilled to pieces that you’ve managed to relax and enjoy the facilities and found there to be everything you needed for a special break. This means so much, thank you for choosing Bracken Ground and we would absolutely love to welcome you all back again in the future. With love Bracken Ground team x Property Owner
Sarah September 2025

“We have stayed here many times.”

Bracken Ground is set in really lovely surroundings, just outside of The Lake District national park. The property is well set out, clean, comfortable and well equipped. We have dogs so it's a great holiday for them as well as us. The outdoor sauna and hot tub are great, even in October weather! The surrounding area has some good walks and is incredibly peaceful. The owners messaged us to let us know some information and they had had starlink installed, which helped the previously patchy WiFi. They were very friendly and helpful. Love it here and will be back next year.

- Sarah, September 2025

Hi Sarah and family including your lovely doggies. Thank you soooooooooo much for this amazing review. We are absolutely blown away by your incredibly kind feedback, it means the world to us. We want to continually improve Bracken Ground, and to hear how helpful our changes have been in adding to you stay is so wonderful. We just love that you love this as much as we do, and see how truly unique its setting and facilities are. Thank you again for choosing Bracken Ground as your annual holiday, we simply cannot wait to welcome you back next year. Our very best wishes Bracken Ground Team x Property Owner
Sarah August 2025

“This is an outstanding property!”

Absolutely gorgeous inside and out, finished to a very high standard with every detail thought of. We are a family ranging from 4 -75 years and everyone thoroughly enjoyed our stay.Thank you.

- Sarah, August 2025

Hi Sarah and family, Absolutely over the moon to hear your incredible feedback. Thank you for taking the time to share your wonderful experience of how amazing Bracken Ground is. We hope you will have made many happy memories to cherish, and we couldn’t be happier to have shared in your special break in this spectacular part of the Lakes. It means so much, and we cannot wait to welcome you all again soon. With love, Bracken Ground team :-) x Property Owner
Horbury Jul 2025

“We loved every minute.”

Bracken Ground was just lovely, the house, the grounds are very well maintained and the both the hot tub and pizza oven got lots of use. The beds are extremely comfortable, and the bedding was blissful. Our group was 9, a mix of adults, teens, and kids. Can recommend the paddleboarding lessons at The Swan hotel, Newby Bridge, we did lots of walking and lake activities and it was a joy to return to the solitude and comfort at Bracken Ground. Thanks.

- Horbury, Jul 2025
Spencer Jun 2025

“The property was lovely, really nice.”

In the words of my friend, better than the pictures, and the pictures were nice. The house was really well equipped with everything we could want. It was a very pleasant place to be for a week. Just 2 small points. First is that the directions could be clearer. The property is tricky to find and we spent ages getting there. We thought that it is easiest to get there by starting from the centre of Spark Bridge, over the river, 2nd little road on the left. Left at the next junction, through Colton, left at the sign and then follow the windy road uphill. Second bit of feedback, was we had got up early for a last chill int he hot tub before departing. But the maintenance chap had emptied it and was refilling it with cold water. He shouldn't do that before check out time.

- Spencer, Jun 2025
Marsh Apr 2025

“Bracken Ground is a very thoughtfully well put together holiday property in an absolutely stunning location.”

We really enjoyed our stay, we adored the sauna and hot tub after exploring the beautiful grounds and even saw a deer run across the garden. Relaxing in the lounge in front of that glorious fire after a day of adventuring was such a treat. Our only real issue with the property was the hot tub maintenance, it was cold (20 degrees) when we arrived at 4.30pm, not ideal when stood all excited in your bikini after a long drive up there. Then the maintenance van visited at least three times, at least twice pulling up to park right by the bedroom windows with the radio blaring out which seemed very disrespectful of the occupants, especially having paid for a relaxing and restful holiday - this happened at 7.30am on the Friday of our break. On the last day the guy came and started faffing with the hot tub at around 8.30, it was a little disruptive and gave a sense of 'off you go' on what was our last little bit of time there. Also as previous occupants have mentioned the knives are in desperate need of a sharpen. Otherwise everything was perfect. We have fallen in love with the Lake District.

- Marsh, Apr 2025
Rodwell Feb 2025

“Fanatic stay, would highly recommend, could benefit from different heating settings within the bathrooms as these were cold in the mornings one of the showers was not working at all, but this didn’t really effect us as there was only me and my husband staying at the property.”

Hot tub maintenance impressive with 3 checks within a 7day stay, sauna good, could potentially do with fenced in/ closed in area to stop any incidents with the pond, we used some outside patio chairs by the kitchen doors to prohibit the dogs going on the grass/ mud or the pond, To help keep the place clean.tv signal in the master bedroom did not work, but we did bring an Amazon tv stick which solved this. We also bought 7 blankets, rugs and throws to keep floors and sofas clean. Overwhelming food package on arrival, this was a lovely touch, could also not fault the amount of kitchen equipment available for everything you could possibly need for your stay. Nice daily visit from the local sheep

- Rodwell, Feb 2025

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Summary

Five Star Highly Commended property
Five bedrooms: 1 x master king-size bedroom with en-suite shower room, basin and WC, 3 x king-size bedrooms (one with en-suite), 1 x twin bedroom with French doors to the rear
1 x bathroom with shower over bath, basin and WC
1 x shower room with basin and WC
Utility
Kitchen with dining area
Sitting room with dining area and woodburning stove
Separate sitting/reading room
Outdoor hot tub, sauna, BBQ and pizza oven
Gas central heating with woodburning stove
Electric oven and gas hob, microwave, Jamie Oliver Pizza Oven, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, TV with Sky HD and Sky Sports, WiFi
Fuel, power and starter pack for fire/stove inc. in rent
2 x travel cot and 1 x highchair available
Off road parking for 10 cars
Extensive lawned garden with woodland and pond
Private hot tub and sauna
Outdoor BBQ and pizza oven
Two well-behaved pets welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Pub 1.5 miles
Shop 7.5 miles
Note: Due to rural location WiFi speeds &/or availability cannot be guaranteed
Please note there is a pond with open access and children should be supervised at the property at all times
Towels are provided for use with hot tub.

The property

Beautifully positioned in a rugged and scenic landscape just south of Coniston, Bracken Ground offers a high-end escape for gatherings of family and friends in the Lake District.

Nestled beside a winding stream and surrounded by 7 acres of natural grounds, this exceptional property includes a private outdoor hot tub and wood-built barrel sauna, making it an ideal base for exploring the region. A spacious private driveway leads to the house, where you’ll enter through a generous porch into an expansive open-plan sitting and dining area.

Double French doors open out to the garden, and a woodburning stove adds warmth during the cooler months.

The property features five elegant bedrooms, including a master suite with an en-suite shower room, bay window, and its own sitting area, offering plenty of space for everyone to spread out. Outdoors, guests can roam freely across the grounds, with the chance to spot local wildlife such as deer, badgers, and foxes.

The sauna and hot tub provide a unique way to spend time in the fresh air, surrounded by nature. Nearby villages like Torver and Coniston offer traditional pubs and access to a variety of walking trails.

Just 7 miles away, the market town of Ulverston invites exploration with its cobbled streets, independent shops, and excellent dining options.

It’s also the birthplace of Stan Laurel and home to the world’s only Laurel and Hardy museum. Bracken Ground is ideally placed for discovering quieter corners of the Lake District, offering a memorable setting for a getaway at any time of year.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £500.

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About the location

CONISTON

Hawkshead 4 miles; Ambleside 8 miles.

Nestling at the head of Coniston Water, the pretty village of Coniston is surrounded by some of the most beautiful scenery in the Lake District National Park, making it a superb base for touring, with Hawkshead, Ambleside, Windermere and Grasmere just a short drive away. Superb walking, mountain biking and climbing are available locally on Coniston Old Man and Wetherlam, and the lovely woodland trails at Grizedale Forest. For watersports enthusiasts, the quiet lake is ideal for dinghy sailing and canoeing, whilst the less active can enjoy a leisure cruise on the beautiful steam yacht 'Gondola’, or visit Brantwood, the former home of John Ruskin. Nearby attractions include the award-winning village of Hawkshead, home of the Beatrix Potter Gallery, Tarn Hows, one of the most visited beauty spots in the country and Esthwaite Water, famous for its fishing. A first class holiday location at any time of the year.

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Reviews & Ratings

“We had a fabulous week here and it suited all of our needs from age 7 to 72!”

“Bracken Ground was absolutely perfect!”

“Excellent accommodation with very high quality facilities.”

“Bracken Ground was perfect for our new year celebration with three generations of our family including a small baby, a toddler and a five year old.”

“Lovely house in wooded grounds, Hot tub and sauna very popular.”

“We have stayed here many times.”

“This is an outstanding property!”

“We loved every minute.”

“The property was lovely, really nice.”

“Bracken Ground is a very thoughtfully well put together holiday property in an absolutely stunning location.”

“Fanatic stay, would highly recommend, could benefit from different heating settings within the bathrooms as these were cold in the mornings one of the showers was not working at all, but this didn’t really effect us as there was only me and my husband staying at the property.”

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The property

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About the location

CONISTON