The Lake Gatehouse
8 guests
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4 bedrooms, 4 beds
3 bathrooms
With jaw-dropping views over Lake Ullswater and a private shoreline and jetty, it's clear what caught our eye about this 1900s gatehouse. There's an alfresco terrace to soak in the lakeside views with barbecues. But should the weather turn, the vistas are just as impressive curled up beside the wood-burning stoves indoors, and the games room will keep little ones busy. Set in the sleepy hamlet of Watermillock, besides two traditional pubs and a watersports centre, little else is within walking distance. However, the village of Pooley Bridge, with a cluster of shops and restaurants, is just a 3-mile drive.
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What to expect
Highlights
Don your hiking boots to explore the Lake District National Park, just a short drive
Wake up to views of the lake and surrounding fells from the bedrooms
While away the day fishing and swimming off the lodge's private jetty
Curl up beside the fire with tea and cake on winter days
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Home truths
There is private parking available for up to five cars and a hard standing for boats.
While the property has five bedrooms, the maximum occupancy is eight adults, as one of the bedrooms is only suitable for a child. Some of the bedrooms have zip and link beds which can be made into singles on request.
Two travel cots and a high chair are available for little ones on request.
There are stairs within this home which may be unsuitable for guests with restricted mobility.
Though the private lake shore and jetty are fenced off, children will need to be supervised at all times.
About this stay
Amenities
Outdoor seating
Laptop friendly workspace
Wi-fi
Parking available
Washing machine
Dryer
Garden
Balcony
Bedrooms & bathrooms
4 bedrooms, 4 beds
3 bathrooms
Local guide
About The Lake District
Poets and novelists have often escaped to the Lake District for a spot of inspiration. Famously, Wordsworth pondered about daffodils and clouds during his time here. The undulating hills are tracked with drystone walls while sheep graze, and farmsteads enjoy untouched beauty for miles around. England’s biggest lake, Windermere, cuts through a valley, sleek as glass and hosts a litany of cosy-pub-filled towns and water sports venues along its shores....
Get around
Train station
Alston
56 min
Train station
Lintley Halt (entrance)
1 hr 59 min
Train station
Lintley
2 hr 0 min
Bus stop
Ghyll Burn Cottage
36 min
Booking policies
House Rules
Children welcome (1-12 years)
Infants welcome (under 12 months)
No pets
No parties or events
No smoking
Good to know
Arrival from 16:00
Departure before 10:00
Wifi
No air con
Cancellation policy
Up until
60
days
Cancel at least 60 days before your check-in date for a 50% refund.
Not eligible for a refund once your check-in date is under 60 days away.
Host
This home is managed by Simon
This home is managed directly by a business. A member of their staff will be your point of contact before and during your stay. Simon and his team use their exceptional local knowledge to provide the best rural holiday homes. With you through every step of your holiday, they're always on hand to offer support. They'll take care of the details, so you can focus on creating lifelong memories.
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