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4.3★

4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Pets No
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Features

Open fire
Garden / Patio
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Broadband / WiFi

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* Based on a combined average customer score

9 Customer Review(s)

Rachel
September 2022

“Quaint property, in lovely location.”

Cottage had everything that we required and we really enjoyed the wood burning stove.

Cottage had everything that we required and we really enjoyed the wood burning stove.

- Rachel, September 2022
Caroline May 2022

“The cottage is lovely.”

Perhaps only suitable for a couple and children rather than 4 adults. And certainly not for the infirm. But our 9 year old loved pretending she was Heidi climbing upstairs. The setting is stunning. We heard and then saw two woodpeckers from the cottage. We saw red squirrels and heard a cuckoo. The track up to the cottage is fine if you drive slowly. The kitchen is very well equipped. We heartily recommend this holiday home.

- Caroline, May 2022
Thomas October 2021

“The remoteness of this lovely cottage was exactly what we were looking for.”

We are familiar with the area so the access track wasn't a surprise, and easily managed with care. The cottage was warm, comfortable and has been sensitively modernised, and the location perfect for a quiet walking holiday.

- Thomas, October 2021
Alan September 2020

“Everything we'd hoped for: quality and equipment in the cottage, plus a multitude of red squirrels in the garden.”

Nicely 'off the beaten track', so nice and quiet - with good walks leading straight off from the front door. Thoroughly excellent! [Not for those not confident with the approach via unmade track (easily passed in a normal saloon car) or those seeking a quick walk to the pub!]

- Alan, September 2020
Lorna October 2019

“We met the lovely owner when he popped over with a cot for the next Holidayer & a replacement remote.”

Surprised to find sugar but not salt & pepper. Fridge is also quite noisy

- Lorna, October 2019
John July 2019

“The level of equipment in the cottage was way above expectation, especially on the culinary side.”

The cottage was a site that I already knew from the depths of history, and despite any tendency to "rose tinted spectacles" it was as beautiful as I had always remembered: the views of the lake, of the fells, and of the woods, the sounds of the birds, the squirrels (RED), and of the beck down below, the quiet seclusion from the roads, and a bonus - the friendly response of all the neighbours full and part-time. The only downer was an unfriendly "DO NOT TOUCH" on the consumer unit for the heaters: this in spite of me being under the impression that heating was part of the deal, and there being instructions in the "Cottage Manual" for operating it. It is small but perfectly formed !

- John, July 2019
Julia October 2018

“Having to walk to and from cottage as we didn't have a 4x4 which is a must to get there did have an effect on what we took and what time we had to come back as we walked in the pitch black otherwise, I haven't had any resolution from either yourselfs or owners so had no choice to stay as we had no refund, wasn't happy leaving my car at bottom of track every night either, shower was temeperamemtal and those stairs!”

Or should I say ladder , this property needs re- describing as the pictures and description is very misleading, also the neighbours who obviously own not rent clearly aren't happy having strangers traipsing through regularly, quite unfriendly.

- Julia, October 2018

Many thanks for your feedback, we have fed your comments back to the owner in order to maintain our property standards, including access to the property. Your views are as valued as your initial booking so that we can keep providing the best UK holiday experience. Property Owner
Graham September 2018

“The track is unsuitable for the average car, it is very rough and long.”

My Toyota Yaris sustained damage to the door sill which will cost £280 to repair, this despite driving up it at walking pace. The stairs are steep but the owner has recently fitted a welcome hand rail. The kitchen area is small but has modern appliances. We found that the bunk bed is rather small for adults. The setting of the cottage is spectacular being surrounded by big hills. Apart for the track we enjoyed our stay. G Evans

- Graham, September 2018
Cara February 2018

“Lovely place to stay, Off the beaten track.”

Cosy and comfortable. TV/DVD player, radio. Poor mobile signal in cottage. Can get 3G/4G on front window ledge. If important to you. Lighting a bit dim if you're a reader, could be improved by some higher wattage LED bulbs! Rough track all way from road to cottage, 4x4 ideal, smaller cars might struggle especially in snowy weather. Cottage cold to start as storage heaters all switched off and took 24hrs plus to warm really. Multi fuel fire, worth mentioning so clients can go prepared with wood or coal, v warming once going. Lovely place to stop, would be lovely in Spring/Summer months as able to sit out and enjoy nature more.

- Cara, February 2018

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Summary

2 bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x built in child's bunk bed
Shower room with hand basin and WC
Open plan sitting room and woodburning stove
Kitchen with breakfast bar
Electric oven & hob, washing machine, fridge and microwave
Open plan sitting room, TV and DVD player
Electric heating, 1 wood burning stove, details of where to purchase logs are in the property
Linen is provided
Towels not provided
On-street parking by the track
Lawn area with seating area and view of the fells
Local amenities, pubs, convenience shops and hotels with restaurants
Lake 10 min walk
Note: Not recommended for children under 5 or those with mobility issues as stairs are steep
Wi-Fi
Patio area with outside furniture

The property

Tucked away in a peaceful, rural location this former mine workers cottage has retained many original features including flagstone floor, beamed ceiling and a wood burning stove for cuddling in front of on winter evenings and the garden is a haven for relaxation on a summers day with a view to Lake Ullswater. Location, location, location! If you are looking for a truly rural location with views from the garden to Lake Ullswater then this is the cottage for you. Situated one mile east of the village of Glenridding, accessed by a mile long, winding, single track to reach a row of six former mine workers cottages on the back of Helvellyn, in the most picturesque location imaginable. Glenridding has a number of hotels serving food and local ales and convenience store. There is easy access to the villages dotted around the lake and Ambleside and Windermere via Kirkstone Pass. The mid terrace, stone cottage has been refurbished retaining its wealth of character including flagstone floor, beamed ceiling, wood burning stove and wealth of local timbers which all help make this a cottage that is sure to be enjoyed by all those fortunate enough to stay here. The accommodation is heated by night storage heaters and comprises: Entrance porch. Open plan living area with cosy wood burning stove, TV and DVD player. Dining area leading to- Kitchen equipped with electric oven and hob, fridge, washing machine and microwave. Steep open tread stair case to first floor: (Not suitable for small children or anyone who has difficulty walking) Double bedroom with superb views to the fells. Children's room with built in bunk beds, suitable for children over 5 years due to the stairs. Compact shower room with hand basin and WC. All electric and bed linen included. Towels not provided at this property. Details on where to purchase logs are in the property On street parking by the track. Garden with garden furniture and view to the lake. PLEASE NOTE: Pets are NOT accepted in this cottage

Note: This property has a refundable Good Housekeeping bond of £75.

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About the location

POOLEY BRIDGE

Penrith 6 miles.

The picturesque village of Pooley Bridge sits on the northerly edge of Lake Ullswater in the Lake District National Park. The name Pooley came to be due to the forming of a large pool, which was left by the fast flowing River Eamont, and the word Bridge was later added when a bridge, which is now 250 years old, was built over the river. Pooley Bridge has many traditional inns and tempting tea rooms, plus the Ullswater Steamers depart from the village, from where a tranquil cruise down the lake to the villages of Glenridding and Howtown can be enjoyed. There are numerous walks with breathtaking views nearby, plus a short walk up to Dunmallard Hill reveals fascinating Iron-Age remains, whilst the towns of Penrith and Keswick are within driving distance. Pooley Bridge is an ideal base for a cottage holiday stay in the stunning Lake District.

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Reviews & Ratings

“Quaint property, in lovely location.”

“The cottage is lovely.”

“The remoteness of this lovely cottage was exactly what we were looking for.”

“Everything we'd hoped for: quality and equipment in the cottage, plus a multitude of red squirrels in the garden.”

“We met the lovely owner when he popped over with a cot for the next Holidayer & a replacement remote.”

“The level of equipment in the cottage was way above expectation, especially on the culinary side.”

“The track is unsuitable for the average car, it is very rough and long.”

“Lovely place to stay, Off the beaten track.”

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The property

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About the location

POOLEY BRIDGE