There is no wrong time to visit the Lakes, only different moods. A season-by-season guide to the weather, the crowds and the quietest months, to help you choose.
1 / 1ParkingEnclosed Garden
From £524 per week
Up to £917 at peak
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Overview
Located just 3 miles from the market town of Penrith where you will find a wide selection of restaurants independent shops and cafes. On the edge of The Lake District National Park less than 4 miles from Ullswater enjoy some water sports or a calming walk along its shores and visit the awe-inspiring Aira Force Waterfall (10 miles). History lovers should pay a visit to Lowther Castle and Gardens (4 miles) where children will love the fabulous adventure playground which is built in the woodland. Nearby National Trust properties like Acorn Bank (8 miles) offer family-friendly days out. Arts and crafts enthusiasts are also spoilt for choice in the Eden Valley starting at Brougham Hall 2 miles away. Entering the lodge you will find useful coat and shoe storage in the hallway. There are three bedrooms off the hallway: a cosy single room a double and a twin. The shower room is at the end of the hallway and features a shower and WC. The open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner offers a great space to gather and play some board games or watch the wildlife in the open fields opposite. Kick back watch some TV and stream your favourite channels using Roku or your own device. The well-equipped kitchen has an induction hob and electric oven dishwasher fridge with freezer compartment and microwave. Next to the kitchen area there is a dining table where the whole party can catch up. There is a small private garden to the side and front of the lodge with seating which is accessed from the lounge and entrance door. There is private parking for up to three cars two spaces on the drive to the side of the lodge and there is a space at the front of the lodge. At the back of the lodge there are two utility rooms. The first is a heated drying room with a washing machine. The second has a small freezer and secure storage for five bikes and sports equipment. Need to know: 3 bedrooms 1 double, 1 twin and 1 single. 1 shower room with shower and WC. Induction hob and electric oven, fridge with freezer compartment, dishwasher and microwave. TV with Roku streamer (or bring your own Firestick type device). Private patio/garden with seating. Heated utility drying room with washing machine and secure dry storage for 5 bikes. Private parking for up to 3 cars on the drive and in front of the lodge. Pub 0.5 miles, shop 2.5 miles. 2 small to medium size dogs will be allowed please call to book.
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