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THE OLD WATER MILL, luxury holiday cottage, with hot tub in Kendal

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A stone house with a balcony overlooking a stream, surrounded by lush greenery.
A stone building with a balcony overlooking a stream.
A stone house with a balcony overlooking a rocky stream.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a sofa, a flat-screen TV, and a wine bottle on a wooden table.
A cozy living room with a stone fireplace, a sofa, and a dining area.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • The great outdoors
    Guests love the outdoor space here.
  • Firepit available
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
4 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 8

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Firepit
  • Garden

Explore the area

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Kendal, Cumbria & The Lake District
  • Place, Kendal Museum
    ‪7 min drive‬
  • Place, Lyth Valley
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Place, Brewery Arts Centre
    ‪9 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 8)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

1 King Bed

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed

4 bathrooms

En-Suite 1

Toilet · Shower only

En-Suite 2

Bathtub · Toilet

En-Suite 3

Toilet · Shower only

En-Suite 4

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

THE OLD WATER MILL, luxury holiday cottage, with hot tub in Kendal

The Old Water Mill is in Garnett Bridge, sleeping eight people in four rooms.

The detached, stone-built cottage's living areas consist of an open-plan living space with a kitchen hosting a range cooker, microwave, two fridge/freezers, dishwasher, a dining area with seating for eight, a sitting area with a Smart TV and woodburning stove, and a utility with a washing machine and tumble dryer. The bedrooms consist of a ground-floor king-size with an en-suite shower room, a zip/link super-king-size with an en-suite bathroom, a zip/link super-king-size with an en-suite shower room, and a king-size with Jack-and-Jill access to the bathroom. OOOOutside, there is rear decking with furniture, hot tub, fire pit and bike storage, along with off-road parking for 3 cars. Within 3.8 miles, you'll find a shop, and within 4.2, a pub. Please note that this property does not accept pets or smoking. WiFi, fuel, power, bed linen, a starter pack for the stove, and towels are all included in the price. Choose The Old Water Mill for a sumptuous stay in the Lake District.

Amenities: Underfloor heating throughout with woodburning stove. Ranger cooker with electric oven and induction hob, microwave, 2 x fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher. Smart TV and WiFi. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Off-road parking for 3 cars. Bike storage. Spacious rear decked area with outdoor furnishings, hot tub and firepit. Sorry, no pets or smoking. Shop 3.8 miles, pub 4.2 miles. Please note that the river that flows to the side of the property is active and when the weather is bad it can run quite fast and fill up quickly, for this reason we will only be allowing children over the age of 11.

Region: 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.

Town: This charming hamlet of Garnett Bridge can be found along the River Sprint, on the western edge of the Lake District National Park. The neighbouring hamlets of Selside, Watchgate, Garth Row and Strickland Roger are all within easy reach, whilst the delights of Windermere and Kendal can also be found nearby, offering plenty to see and do during your stay. The village of Burnside also isn't far and is home to a range of amenities, including the Jolly Anglers Inn.

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Adults only
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 11034878
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Kendal

Located in Kendal, this holiday home is in the mountains. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Yorkshire Dales National Park and Lake Windermere. Kendal Museum and Brewery Arts Centre are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling.
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Kendal, Cumbria & The Lake District

What's nearby

  • Lakeland Climbing Centre - 6 min drive - 7.2 km
  • Kendal Museum - 7 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Lyth Valley - 8 min drive - 8.2 km
  • The Quaker Tapestry Museum & Exhibition - 8 min drive - 8.9 km
  • Brewery Arts Centre - 9 min drive - 9.5 km

Getting around

  • Kendal Station - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Fold Coffee - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Duke of Cumberland - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Wilf's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪More? The Artisan Bakery - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is THE OLD WATER MILL, luxury holiday cottage, with hot tub in Kendal pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at THE OLD WATER MILL, luxury holiday cottage, with hot tub in Kendal?

As of 14 July 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at THE OLD WATER MILL, luxury holiday cottage, with hot tub in Kendal on 11 Oct 2026 start from AU$3,254, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at THE OLD WATER MILL, luxury holiday cottage, with hot tub in Kendal?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at THE OLD WATER MILL, luxury holiday cottage, with hot tub in Kendal?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at THE OLD WATER MILL, luxury holiday cottage, with hot tub in Kendal?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is THE OLD WATER MILL, luxury holiday cottage, with hot tub in Kendal located?

Situated in the mountains, this holiday home is within 6 miles (10 km) of Lakeland Climbing Centre, Lyth Valley and Kendal Museum. The Quaker Tapestry Museum & Exhibition and Kendal Castle are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Krista G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A wonderful week with my family enjoying peace and quiet and the best views from the balcony.The pictures really do not capture the beauty of the property.The owner was so kind and spent time explaining everything we needed on arrival including some suggestions and surprises.Perfect and we can’t wait to visit again
Stayed 7 nights in May 2026

About the host

Hosted by Sykes Holiday Cottages

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Four bedrooms: 1 x ground-floor king-size with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x super-king-size (zip/link, can be twins on request) with en-suite bath, basin and WC, 1 x super-king-size (zip/link, can be twins on request) with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x king-size bedroom with Jack-and-Jill access to bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC. Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove. Utility

What makes this property unique

Underfloor heating throughout with woodburning stove. Ranger cooker with electric oven and induction hob, microwave, 2 x fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher. Smart TV and WiFi. Fuel and power inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Off-road parking for 3 cars. Bike storage. Spacious rear decked area with outdoor furnishings, hot tub and firepit. Sorry, no pets or smoking. Shop 3.8 miles, pub 4.2 miles. Please note that the river that flows to the side of the property is active and when the weather is bad it can run quite fast and fill up quickly, for this reason we will only be allowing children under the age of 11.

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