House In Watermillock, Cumbria

Watermillock, Cumbria

Located in Watermillock, Cumbria, in the North of England, this property sleeps 8 people and boasts features such as a nearby pub and an open fire. Situated above the western shoreline of Ullswater, the property offers a peaceful rural setting with ample opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts. The Ullswater Way, a twenty-mile path cir cumnavigating the lake, is just a hundred yards from the front door, providing access to scenic walks and the impressive Aira Force waterfall. The area also offers high-level walking in the Helvellyn range and Place Fell, as well as a variety of activities such as sailing, canoeing, abseiling, and canyoning.

Watermillock is a food enthusiast's paradise, with great restaurants in the village, nearby Pooley Bridge, and the famous Sharrow Bay Hotel on the opposite shore of Ullswater. The property, originally a 19th-century village school, now offers a spacious and comfortable place to stay. The open plan kitchen/diner serves as the heart of the house, featuring an Aga, American-style fridge freezer, dining table, lounge area, and TV with Sky channels. Additionally, there are two lounges, one with a wood burner and patio doors opening to the garden, and the other offering a quiet retreat with a sofa and an upright piano.

Upstairs, there are four bedrooms, including a king-size master bedroom with an en suite shower and WC, another king-size room, and two twin bedded rooms. The spacious landing houses a bar football table, while a bathroom with WC and a separate shower room with WC are also available. Outside, the property boasts a generously sized garden with a babbling beck, lawns, a lily pond, and a woodland area. The peaceful surroundings offer stunning views of the night sky on clear nights, with little noise pollution from birds and farm animals. Garden furniture, a BBQ, and secure bike storage are provided, along with off-road parking for up to six cars.

• Internet
• Pub Nearby
• Open Fire
• Sky TV