Seldom Seen

Rating
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Pets No
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Features

Open fire
Garden / Patio
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine

Reviews

2 Customer Review(s)

Mr Burnett
September 2020

“Everything we'd hoped for: quality and equipment in the cottage, plus a multitude of red squirrels in the garden.”

Nicely 'off the beaten track', so nice and quiet - with good walks leading straight off from the front door. Thoroughly excellent! [Not for those not confident with the approach via unmade track (easily passed in a normal saloon car) or those seeking a quick walk to the pub!]

- Mr Burnett, September 2020
timothy a September 2019

“A wonderful and peaceful location.”

We stayed for a week at Seldom Seen and what a lovely time we had. The cottage is located on the path to Sheffield Pike and opposite The Brown Hills in the Glencoyne Valley. The track to the cottage is a little rough but can easily be navigated in a family car with a little care. The village of Glenridding is a mile away. The property is well equipped to self-cater (sharp knives for a change) and downstairs is open plan. Bedroom nice and snug with a view to Gowbarrow Fell whilst enjoying your morning cuppa. Small garden with a view down to Ullswater. Very quiet for those seeking a little tranquillity and great walking from the front door.

- timothy a, September 2019
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The property

Tucked away in a peaceful, rural location this former mine workers cottage has retained many original features including flagstone floor, beamed ceiling and a wood burning stove for cuddling in front of on winter evenings and the garden is a haven for relaxation on a summers day with a view to Lake Ullswater. Location, location, location!

If you are looking for a truly rural location with views from the garden to Lake Ullswater then this is the cottage for you.

Situated one mile east of the village of Glenridding, accessed by a mile long, winding, single track to reach a row of six former mine workers cottages on the back of Helvellyn, in the most picturesque location imaginable.

Glenridding has a number of hotels serving food and local ales and convenience store.

There is easy access to the villages dotted around the lake and Ambleside and Windermere via Kirkstone Pass. The mid terrace, stone cottage has been refurbished retaining its wealth of character including flagstone floor, beamed ceiling, wood burning stove and wealth of local timbers which all help make this a cottage that is sure to be enjoyed by all those fortunate enough to stay here. The accommodation is heated by night storage heaters and comprises: Entrance porch. Open plan living area with cosy wood burning stove, TV and DVD player. Dining area leading to- Kitchen equipped with electric oven and hob, fridge, washing machine and microwave. Steep open tread stair case to first floor: (Not suitable for small children or anyone who has difficulty walking) Double bedroom with superb views to the fells. Children's room with built in bunk beds, suitable for children over 5 years due to the stairs. Compact shower room with hand basin and WC. All electric and bed linen included. Towels not provided at this property. Details on where to purchase logs are in the property On street parking by the track. Garden with garden furniture and view to the lake. PLEASE NOTE: Pets are NOT accepted in this cottage

Summary

2 bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x built in child's bunk bed
Shower room with hand basin and WC
Kitchen with breakfast bar
Open plan sitting room and woodburning stove.
Electric heating, 1 wood burning stove, details of where to purchase logs are in the property
Linen is provided
Towels not provided
Electric oven and hob, washing machine, fridge, microwave
Open plan sitting room, TV, DVD player
On-street parking by the track
Lawn area with seating area and view of the fells
Local amenities, pubs, convenience shops and hotels with restaurants
Lake 10 min walk
Note: not recommended for children under 5 or those with mobility issues as stairs are steep.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £100.

About the location

POOLEY BRIDGE

Penrith 6 miles.

The picturesque village of Pooley Bridge sits on the northerly edge of Lake Ullswater in the Lake District National Park. The name Pooley came to be due to the forming of a large pool, which was left by the fast flowing River Eamont, and the word Bridge was later added when a bridge, which is now 250 years old, was built over the river. Pooley Bridge has many traditional inns and tempting tea rooms, plus the Ullswater Steamers depart from the village, from where a tranquil cruise down the lake to the villages of Glenridding and Howtown can be enjoyed. There are numerous walks with breathtaking views nearby, plus a short walk up to Dunmallard Hill reveals fascinating Iron-Age remains, whilst the towns of Penrith and Keswick are within driving distance. Pooley Bridge is an ideal base for a cottage holiday stay in the stunning Lake District.

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