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No. 7

Spark Bridge near Ulverston, Cumbria & The Lake District (Ref. 919963)

4.7★

Lakelovers rating

  • 4 Guests

  • 2 Bedrooms

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets No

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Features

  • Garden / Patio
  • Cot available
  • Highchair available
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

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52 Customer Review(s)

  • Tom

    “A lovely clean cottage in a great location for the south lakes.”

    Comfortable, cosy and spacious for a small cottage with a well equipped kitchen. Very nice shared garden (direct on to the fast flowing river though). Parking is potentially awkward directly outside the cottage, but there's space elsewhere. Only real downside is the village pub (Royal Oak) being currently closed long-term (does mean you can use their car park though) and the pub at the top of the road only open very limited hours a few days a week.

    Comfortable, cosy and spacious for a small cottage with a well equipped kitchen. Very nice shared garden (direct on to the fast flowing river though). Parking is potentially awkward directly outside the cottage, but there's space elsewhere. Only real downside is the village pub (Royal Oak) being currently closed long-term (does mean you can use their car park though) and the pub at the top of the road only open very limited hours a few days a week.

    - Tom, August 2024
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Summary

  • Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size double, 1 x twin Shower room with shower, basin and WC
  • Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with electric fire. New for 2021-2022 King size mattress and new Sofa.
  • Electric heating with electric fire
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, dishwasher,Smart TV WiFi
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Travel cot, highchair and stairgate available
  • Roadside parking on first come, first served basis
  • Shared lawned garden with furniture
  • Sorry, no pets and no smoking
  • Shop 2 miles, pub 1 min walk
  • Note: 10 external steps down to access garden
  • Note: Internal stairs are steep and narrow
  • Note: Mobile reception can be limited
  • Note: Riverside location, children must be supervised at all times
  • Note: Free WiFi in Royal Oak pub, 1 min walk
  • Please note: No EV Charging at this property for health and safety purposes

The property

A cosy mid-terrace cottage, formerly homes for the local bobbin mill-workers, located in the sleepy village of Spark Bridge, just 5.5 miles from Ulverston. This comfy cottage enjoys views across the river to the rear, and is just ten minutes’ drive from Coniston Water on the boundary of the beautiful Lake District National Park. As soon as you step inside, you’ll immediately feel welcome. The open plan living area, with its cosy sitting area and kitchen/diner, provides a perfect place to settle together. A stable door opens onto the garden, with steps leading down to extensive shared lawns, garden chairs and benches and the River Crake. With lovely accommodation, which has been tastefully enhanced to maximise the original features, the cottage offers one double bedroom, one twin bedroom and a shower room on the first floor. Outside, at the rear, there are open grounds shared with the rest of the terrace, which stretches down to the river. Just a short walk takes you to the village pub and benches on the village green alongside the River Crake, while two miles up the road in Greenodd you will find a couple more pubs, a bakery, a butcher's shop, a fish and chip shop and a convenience store. Being ideally situated on the edge of the Lake District, there are lots of beautiful areas to explore, including the quaint Lakeland village of Hawkshead, which is just 20 minutes drive away, whilst from the cottage itself you can step out and enjoy numerous paths and bridleways running through spectacular countryside. For a fun-filled family day, why not pop over to the Haverthwaite and Lakeside Steam Railway, and embark on a steam train to Lakeside, before joining the Windermere Steamer for a cruise up the most famous lake in the district? This charming cottage will make an excellent base for friends, families and couples seeking a character holiday home.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £150.

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About the location

SPARK BRIDGE

Ulverston 5 miles; Coniston 10 miles.

The small village of Spark Bridge is a couple of miles away from the village of Greenodd, which has a selection of shops next to th River Crake, whilst just five miles away is the ancient market town of Ulverston. Ulverston is famous for its street markets and festivals, and boasts a wide range of shops and various leisure facilities. It is also home to the only Laurel and Hardy museum in the world. This is a great location for a walking holiday, and within driving distance are a number of attractions including, Grizedale, Coniston, Windermere, Hawkshead and Beatrix Potter's Hill Top, as well as the beautiful Furness Coast, with its golden beaches and good birdwatching opportunities. An ideal location for enjoying fantastic coastal and countryside pursuits.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas