Penrith, The Lake District and Cumbria
Offering fabulous accommodation for ten guests, this stunning farmhouse has been beautifully renovated and tastefully decorated, making it a superb base for discovering the north east Lake District.
Howgate Foot is a dog friendly holiday cottage.
The picturesque and welcoming village of Askham (5.5 miles) is home to two friendly pubs, a handy shop and the historic Askham Hall. Other local attractions and landmarks include Lowther Castle and Gardens (6.5 miles), Dalemain Mansion (11.5 miles), the Rheged Centre (11 miles), Acorn Bank (15 miles) and Hutton in the Forest (16 miles). To the north, the bustling and historic market town of Penrith (10.5 miles) has plenty of great pubs, welcoming restaurants and interesting independent shops. There are miles of breathtaking walks to enjoy, with nearby destinations including the beautiful Haweswater Reservoir (3.5 miles) and the majestic lake of Ullswater (9 miles). To the south you can explore the expanses of the Great Asby Scar National Nature Reserve (14 miles). A vibrant entrance hall leads you to the light, airy and inviting kitchen/diner which has some lovely window seats and provides the heart of this stunning farmhouse. This bright and fully equipped room is perfect for preparing and sharing a wide variety of your favourite meals. There s a range of appliances to use, including a range oven with induction hob, a large fridge/freezer, microwave, and a dishwasher, as well as a fabulous dining table perfect for a celebratory meal. The washing machine and tumble dryer can be found in the utility room which is an ideal space for leaving coats and muddy boots. The ground floor has a lovely cosy snug, with a Smart TV and plenty of seating. There s also the first of the property s five bedrooms (including annexe): a pretty twin room which can be made up as a super king size on request, complete with en suite shower room with shower and WC. Finally the ground floor has an additional separate WC. Heading upstairs, the main lounge can be found on the first floor. This calm and soothing space is perfect for relaxing in at the end of a great day out. With a vaulted ceiling, views over the garden and countryside, and plenty of comfortable seating, this is perfect for unwinding with a good book or watching a favourite movie on TV. Three bright and relaxing bedrooms are on the first floor. The first is a tranquil king size room with country views and an en suite shower room with shower cubicle and WC. The second room is also king size with picturesque views and an en suite bathroom with a beautiful roll top bath, separate shower cubicle and WC. The charming twin room can be made up as a super king size on prior request. The first floor also offers a stylish family bathroom complete with a feature sunken bath, separate shower cubicle and WC. Leaving the main house and crossing the courtyard, you will reach The Annexe (available to book at an additional cost please request at time of booking) which offers a cosy ground floor sitting area and a delightful first floor king size bedroom with en suite shower room. Please note this quirky and characterful former barn features a low sloping ceiling upstairs. Outside, the large enclosed garden wraps around three sides of the property and has plenty of space for children and dogs to play, alongside a patio with outdoor furniture and a fire pit. Ample parking is available for three cars, and there s also storage space for bikes under the car port.
4 bedrooms 2 king size rooms, 2 twins (can be made up as super king size on request). 4 bathrooms 1 family bathroom with sunken bath, separate shower and WC, 1 en suite bathroom with roll top bath, separate shower and WC, 2 en suite shower rooms with WC, plus 1 separate WC. The Annexe, is separate to the main house and consists of an additional bedroom, bathroom and living area. Available for a further 2 guests at an additional 150 for 5 night stays or 100 1 4 nights stays. Please contact us for more information or add this to your booking.. Fridge/freezer, microwave, range oven with induction hob, dishwasher. Washing machine and tumble dryer in utility room. Wood burner. Oil fired central heating. TV in lounge, Smart TV in snug with Netflix. Wi Fi included. Enclosed garden with patio, fire pit and outdoor furniture. Off road parking for 3 cars. Bike storage. The property consists of a ground floor living area and king size bedroom with en suite shower shower room on first floor. Please call to book.. Sleeps 8 2. Pub 1 mile. Ullswater 6.5 miles. Askham 3 miles.
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