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A lovely 1750’s Bothy combining charm and character with modern day facilities.

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Close to Ullswater, A lovely 1750’s Bothy combining charm and character with modern day facilities. provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace

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About this property

A lovely 1750’s Bothy combining charm and character with modern day facilities.

  • A lovely 1750’s Bothy combining charm and character with modern day facilities. Excellent views and Lakeside walks from the door.. Lower Ground Floor:

    Utility Room: Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer

    Sun Room: 50" Smart TV, Woodburner, Patio Doors Leading To Patio

    Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, Patio Doors Leading To Patio

    Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds Ensuite: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet

    Bathroom: Slipper Bath, Walk-In Shower, Toilet

    Ground Floor:

    Living/dining room: Smart TV, Open Fire

    Kitchen: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher

    First Floor:

    Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds. Oil central heating, electric underfloor heating (in bathrooms), gas, electricity, bed linen, towels, Wi-Fi and fuel for wood burner and open fire included. Travel cot and highchair. Enclosed lawned garden with patio and garden furniture. Private parking for 3 cars. No smoking.. The Old Bothy, circa 1750, is a traditional, semi-detached, stone built holiday home which stands in a tranquil, elevated position close to the shore of Ullswater. This charming cottage combines character with modern facilities and enjoys spectacular views to the Eastern Fells. Perfectly placed between the lakeside villages of Glenridding and Pooley Bridge guests will enjoy the varied outdoor activities close at hand amidst the most beautiful scenery.

    A stunning drive over Kirkstone Pass connects Ullswater to Windermere. A perfect holiday retreat for touring the Lake District National Park. Shops 3 miles and pub 1 mile.

    Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.



    There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.

    There are low ceilings, doors and/or beams within the property.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

About the area

Located in Penrith, this cottage is in a rural area. Dalemain and Dalemain Country Park are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Glenridding Sailing Centre and Rookin House Activity Centre. Lakeland Bird of Prey Centre and Penrith Leisure Centre are also worth visiting. Visit our Penrith travel guide
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Watermillock, near Ullswater

What's nearby

  • Dawn on Ullswater
    Ullswater
    4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Beautiful view of Derwentwater in the English Lake District on a frosty Autumn morning with snow on the fells.
    Derwentwater
    26 min drive - 37.1 km
  • The vast expanse of Lake Windermere shown from above the village of Ambleside in the British Lake District.
    Lake Windermere
    46 min drive - 63.5 km
  • World of Beatrix Potter
    World of Beatrix Potter
    57 min drive - 72.4 km
  • Lodore Falls
    40 min drive - 41.4 km

Getting around

  • Penrith Station
    18 min drive
  • Carlisle (CAX)
    50 min drive

Restaurants

  • Crown Inn
    4 min drive
  • Pooley Bridge Inn
    4 min drive
  • Herdwick Inn
    7 min drive
  • The Royal at Dockray
    5 min drive
  • Travellers Rest Glenridding
    7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A lovely 1750’s Bothy combining charm and character with modern day facilities. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at A lovely 1750’s Bothy combining charm and character with modern day facilities.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at A lovely 1750’s Bothy combining charm and character with modern day facilities.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A lovely 1750’s Bothy combining charm and character with modern day facilities.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is A lovely 1750’s Bothy combining charm and character with modern day facilities. located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from Ullswater and 2.5 mi (4 km) from Aira Force. Gowbarrow Fall and Glenridding Sailing Centre are also within 6 miles (10 km).

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Reviews

Exceptional

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Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

madeleine

excellent comfortable cottage.

excellent comfortable cottage. good supply of coal and wood ensured we had a good fire for cosy nights. very quite location with great views of the fells..we had a query about the heating controls and the owner rang us back immediately to talk it through & ensure everything was fine. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

Callum

Absolutely fantastic time at The Old Bothy.

Absolutely fantastic time at The Old Bothy. The cottage is beautiful, very spacious and in a spectacular location. Looking forward to visiting again. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Frances

We really enjoyed our stay at this delightful cottage.

We really enjoyed our stay at this delightful cottage. It has real character and is ideal for anyone just wanting to get away from it all and find some peace in a tranquil and picturesque location. There are some greats walks around the area and it is not far from the lake (Ullswater). We very much hope to return. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Andrew

F

Fantastic holiday Cottage in a very quiet location - perfect for relaxing and enjoying the holiday 5 minutes to Ullswater and lots of local walks Cottage had everything I needed and more Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

David

The Bothy is an excellent property for a weeks stay.

The Bothy is an excellent property for a weeks stay. The lounge dinning room is very spacious and the bedrooms downstairs are a bit of a novelty (we did not use the attic room.) The garden room is very bright and airy but the radiator is a little too small to heat sufficently in the winter, but when the log fire is lit it is very warm and pleasant. The parking is a bit tight and reversing down the drive takes a bit of getting used to as there is insufficient space to turn round ourtside the cottage unless your car is quite small. The kitchen is well equipped and there is a large gas stove which is good to cook on once you get used to the controls. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Amanda

A lovely cottage in a stunning location, the cottage had everything we needed and was really cosy on

A lovely cottage in a stunning location, the cottage had everything we needed and was really cosy on a evening with the fire on. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Carla

E

Excellent place to stay so close to the spectacular Ullswater Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

E

We had a fantastic week at the old Bothy.

We had a fantastic week at the old Bothy... and were extremely lucky with the weather which was a bonus. It was always good to soak off our walks in the big deep bath with plenty of hot water. The kids loved the attic bedroom and the adults loved sitting by the fire at the end of the day.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely cottage very close to the lake and to some lovely hikes.

Lovely cottage very close to the lake and to some lovely hikes. As long as you have a car then it’s all very accessible!
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Annwyn

lovely well equipped cottage in a good location.

lovely well equipped cottage in a good location. would recommend for a quiet away from it all break
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Carolyn

Lovely cottage with a great view.

Lovely cottage with a great view. Inclusion of firewood for the fireplace was appreciated for cold nights. Good spot for exploring the Ullswater area. The host was very helpful recommending walks in the area. Spiral staircase between the bedrooms on the lower level and the main floor was a bit steep and tight for us oldies, but we managed.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

M

Very much enjoyed our stay, the only downside was a long way to the Bathroom from top floor.

Very much enjoyed our stay, the only downside was a long way to the Bathroom from top floor.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tracy

Amazing holiday, Deer walking past the back garden red squirrels running up and down the trees.

Amazing holiday, Deer walking past the back garden red squirrels running up and down the trees. Totally romantic and chilled place. Plenty of beautiful places to visit, especially good if you enjoy walking. Will hopefully will return very soon.