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Mell View Cottage, Pooley Bridge

Mell View is a charming single-storey cottage overlooking Great Mell Fell near Lake Ullswater. The cottage is fully heated and sleeps four to six people and has one double bedroom, a twin room and a family bathroom. The cottage has a fitted kitchen and sitting room with a wood burning stove. A cottage-style garden with patio and garden furniture provides a place to relax and offers excellent views of the countryside. With private parking for two cars and only two miles from the beautiful Lake Ullswater, Mell View is the perfect choice for a cosy family holiday offering plenty of outdoor activities.

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Accommodation Details

One level, ground floor cottage with two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin. Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, WC. Kitchen. Sitting room with dining area and 1 x sofa bed, Garden with patio and furniture.

A delightful, well presented, cosy rural cottage situated near Matterdale, north of Lake Ullswater in the stunning Lake District. Mell View Cottage is a one-floor, thoughtfully renovated cottage with wooden floors and pastoral character. Original beams, underfloor heating throughout the building, and a wood burning stove in the sitting room make this an ideal family choice even during deepest Winter. Mell View Cottage sleeps four to six people across one double and one twin bedroom, with a sofa bed available for an additional charge, which makes the beautiful, well-equipped home, the perfect base for a family or a couple, looking to relax and explore the beautiful countryside. Gleaming wooden floors and furnishings add to the rural charm of the cottage, while a modern, airy kitchen with clean and simple lines makes family catering a pleasure. A large cottage-style garden with a patio and garden furniture offers uninterrupted views of the majestic Great Mell Fell - the perfect place to unwind with an evening drink, or for children to play. Only a mile away from the village of Matterdale, Mell View is a tranquil haven for those who enjoy outdoor activity. Little Mell Fell, Great Mell Fell and Gowbarrow Fell surround the village and abound with stunning wooded slopes and countryside tracks for walks. Take your time to explore the woodland glades, following the walking trail around Aira Force and enjoying the fascinating collection of trees as you go. Nearby Lake Ullswater provides a host of water sports to suit the active family. Matterdale is on the coast to coast cycle route, making this cosy cottage perfect as part of a holiday route or a visit to the Lake District. Private parking is provided for two cars, and Matterdale has a bar and village shop, while a short five-minute drive takes you to the nearby villages of Dacre and Dockray. Enjoy an excellent bar meal in one of their wonderful village pubs and soak in the country atmosphere. Mell View exudes simple charm and village character while being equipped to a high modern standard, blending rustic charm with modern conveniences for this perfect family holiday getaway.

Situated in a rural location one mile from Matterdale, on the coast to coast cycle route, located mid way between Keswick and Penrith, 2 miles north of Lake Ullswater. For those who enjoy an active lifestyle there are Little Mell Fell, Great Mell Fell and Gowbarrow Fell circumscribing the village and numerous watersports are available from nearby Lake Ullswater. Matterdale is in an area of outstanding beauty with magnificent fell views, there is a bar and village shop and the villages of Dockray and Dacre are both within a 5 minute drive with village pubs serving excellent bar meals.

Amenities & Facilities

Electric underfloor heating, plus a wood burning stove. Electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, washer/dryer and dishwasher. Colour plasma TV with Freeview, DVD player. Wi-fi, Electricity inc. in rent. All bed linen and towels provided. Private parking available for 2 cars. A large cottage-style garden with patio and furniture. Sorry, no smoking and no pets. Shop and pub in Matterdale village, 1 mile. Note: Mell View is not suitable for guests with animal allergies. This property is not suitable for EV charging.

Location Details

Situated in a rural location one mile from Matterdale, on the coast to coast cycle route, located mid way between Keswick and Penrith, 2 miles north of Lake Ullswater. For those who enjoy an active lifestyle there are Little Mell Fell, Great Mell Fell and Gowbarrow Fell circumscribing the village and numerous watersports are available from nearby Lake Ullswater. Matterdale is in an area of outstanding beauty with magnificent fell views, there is a bar and village shop and the villages of Dockray and Dacre are both within a 5 minute drive with village pubs serving excellent bar meals.

Impressive mountains, open fells and clear-water lakes, the Lake District has it all. From walking in the mountains to exhilarating watersports or just a gentle cruise on a steam-powered yacht, Cumbria is the perfect holiday destination.

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7-Day Forecast

Make the most of your holiday by considering the weather! The 7-day weather forecast for Pooley Bridge is detailed below.

Sun 24th Moderate rain 12°C 7°C 29mph 12.0mm 983mb
Mon 25th Light rain 8°C 4°C 29mph 1.9mm 991mb
Tue 26th Light rain 5°C 3°C 20mph 1.2mm 1,009mb
Wed 27th Light rain 4°C 2°C 5mph 0.2mm 1,013mb
Thu 28th Light rain 4°C 1°C 12mph 0.4mm 1,024mb
Fri 29th Light rain 9°C 3°C 12mph 5.7mm 1,013mb
Sat 30th Moderate rain 10°C 9°C 10mph 4.0mm 1,011mb

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