8 Woodlands
Description
This picturesque wooden lodge, situated near the rural hamlet of Water Yeat, at the southern end of Coniston Water, is an ideal base for a family wishing to explore the Cumbrian coast and the beautiful countryside.
The lodge is situated on a quiet family park tucked away but just 400 yards from the southern shores of the beautiful Coniston Water and with easy access to local towns, fells, lakes, the Cumbrian Way and Morecambe Bay coastline.
8 Woodlands welcomes you with convenient off-road parking, allowing you to unpack with ease. Enter a lovely modern, open-plan living area where you can prepare a hearty meal in the kitchen, eat at the dining table, and then watch your favourite television programmes in the cosy sitting area by the electric fire.
There are two bedrooms, a double with floor-to-ceiling closets and a twin, as well as shower room with basin and WC. In the afternoons, relax on the deck with a glass of your favourite beverage and take in the fresh air of the countryside.
A short distance north from the property is Torver, which has an inn with deli selling local produce and the usual essentials.
Further on from Torver is the village of Coniston just over 5 miles north, which features the Ruskin Museum a good selection of restaurants, cafes and pubs including the famous Bluebird Cafe at the waters edge where there are boat trips and boat hire available. There are many walks from Coniston including, Coniston Old Man, Cathedral Cavern and Hodge Close Quarry. Coniston Copper Mines, Tarn Hows and for the very fit there is even a full 15-mile circular route around Coniston Water.
From the property, you can visit Grizedale Forest Park with Forest trail walks, cycle paths, a sculpture trail, GoApe treetop adventure, cafe, gift shop and picnic areas, the picturesque village of Hawkshead, and Ambleside, which is home to many independent shops and is close to the beautiful Lake Windermere, perfect for walks, watersports, and scenic cruises.
Mountain bike trails are available at Coniston and Grizedale while history buffs can spend an afternoon at the Stott Park Bobbin Mill Museum or Duddon Furnace, National Trust Wray Castle, The Lakeside & Haverthwaite Railway, Lakeland Motor Museum or Swinside Stone Circle.
You can also reach Ulverston's coastal walks and beaches from the property, and animal lovers can visit South Lakes Safari Zoo.
With a stay at 8 Woodlands, you'll have an unforgettable rural escape.
Your dates
Everything you'll need
- Wifi
- Garden / Patio
- Ground Floor Bedroom
- Ground Floor Accommodation
- Off Road Parking
- Wifi
- Garden / Patio
- Ground Floor Bedroom
- Ground Floor Accommodation
- Off Road Parking
- Pet Friendly
- Smoke Free
- Near Walks
- Washing Machine
What guests are saying
Very comfortable lodge with everything you need for a peaceful break away from home.
Wonderful stay would definitely return .
We had a fantastic stay at this lodge in Coniston and wouldn’t hesitate to return.
The lodge was spotless, comfortable, and had everything we needed for a relaxing break. The location is perfect – peaceful, with beautiful views, and an ideal base for exploring the Lake District.
Good to know
House Rules
Good housekeeping bond
This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £100
Smoking
Not permitted
Property notes
Note:
8 Woodlands is situated on a quiet family run park.
Families and couples bookings only, no groups of 3 or more including stag and hen parties.
There are no on site facilities provided by the park.
Please note, charging of electric vehicles is not permitted in this lodge. The nearest charging points can be found in Coniston or at Booths Supermarket in Ulverston.
Complimentary WiFi is provided in the Lodge by the park and subject to fair usage guidelines. The quality and reliability of connection will vary based on the number of people using it, prevailing weather conditions and therefore may be limited or slower than you are used to, WiFi is for personal use only and is not intended for high data usage, gaming and/or use for business purposes, This is only suitable for page browsing and sending emails, Bookings cannot be accepted if they are solely reliant on the provision of uninterrupted and unlimited Wi-Fi. We are not held responsible or liable for the WiFi on the park.
Dogs must be kept on leads at all times and are not to be left alone in the lodges at any point during your stay.
A travel cot and highchair are not provided, please bring your own. The travel cot will fit in the double bedroom only.
8 Woodland is accessed by 4 steps. The lodge is then all on the same ground floor level
Stay Information
Check-in / Check-out
16:00 / 10:00
Property ref
1117674
Parking
Designated parking place, Off Road Parking
Guest & Pet Policy
Pets
Allowed
Children
Children and infants welcome
Accessibility
Ground floor