Alpha Cottages

Cottage in Cumbria in Penrith

This wonderful cottage is ideal for outdoorsy couples or families seeking a cosy base to return to after exploring Ullswater Lake and the surrounding natural landscape. There are dozens of outdoor activities and natural wonders close to this holiday property.

Gallery

Availability

To book Cottage in Cumbria in Penrith, Cumbria securely online today, and to check the latest availability at Cottage in Cumbria, please use the link below.

View Availability

Features

Description

This wonderful cottage is ideal for outdoorsy couples or families seeking a cosy base to return to after exploring Ullswater Lake and the surrounding natural landscape.

There are dozens of outdoor activities and natural wonders close to this holiday property. The Ullswater Steamers are just 7 miles away for a wonderful boat ride. Aira Force Waterfall (4.5 miles) is a sight to behold and has paths suitable for most abilities, while more seasoned hikers might want to take a trip up Helvellyn (18 miles) or Place Fell (8 miles). Walk the one mile route to Little Mell Fell for stunning views, or the 3.5 mile route to Pooley Bridge along footpaths straight from the front door. Haweswater Reservoir (14.5 miles) is well worth a visit when the water level is low you can see the remains of the village that was drowned when a dam was built in 1935. Step into the property from the parking area at the rear into the open plan living area. Fresh and bright decor with sofas set around a stone fireplace and TV make for cosy evenings in, while a charming wooden dining table and pine kitchen cupboards have a traditional feel. You have everything you need to self cater, including an electric oven and hob, fridge, microwave and a washer/dryer. Up a small flight of stairs, you ll find the bathroom with a waterfall shower over the bath. Up another flight of stairs are the double bedrooms. Both are bright and airy with pops of colour in the furnishings; one room has a wonderful four poster bed. Outside, there is a lawn area at the front of the property, which is shared with two other holiday cottages, plus a private sheltered veranda with a bench to enjoy the view. To the rear of the property, there s a large, gravelled area with another bench, a lockable storage area and a byre to store outdoor gear and bikes. There is off road parking for two cars accessed via the gate by the cottages. Need to know: 2 double bedrooms. 1 bathroom with shower over the bath. Electric oven and hob, fridge with freezer compartment, microwave, washer/dryer. Open fire (initial supply of logs and coal provided). TV. Wi Fi included. Shared lawn area at front of property; private veranda with bench; gravelled area with bench and storage at rear. Off road parking for 2 cars. 3 dogs welcome. Storage for outdoor gear and bikes in lockable area and byre. Pub and restaurant 2 miles, shop 9 miles.

7-Day Forecast

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

Sun 19th Broken clouds 2°C -1°C 7mph 0.0mm 1,019mb
Mon 20th Light rain 2°C 1°C 7mph 0.4mm 1,017mb
Tue 21st Light rain 3°C 2°C 10mph 4.9mm 1,011mb
Wed 22nd Light rain 3°C 2°C 4mph 1.2mm 1,004mb
Thu 23rd Rain and snow 2°C 1°C 21mph 6.5mm 992mb
Fri 24th Rain and snow 3°C -1°C 38mph 9.5mm 980mb
Sat 25th Snow 3°C 1°C 43mph 6.4mm 987mb

Browse Other Cottages