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1 bedroom 1 bathroom Sleeps 2
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Askham, near Ullswater
- Lowther Castle and Gardens12 min walk
- Lowther Park4 min drive
- Ullswater8 min drive
- Carlisle (CAX)39 min drive
Rooms & beds
1 bedroom (sleeps 2)
Bedroom
1 Double Bed
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
1 bedroom accommodation in Askham, near Ullswater
A beautiful barn conversion set right by the river bank with tranquil views and lovely period features – the perfect retreat for two.. Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV, CD Player, Gas Woodburner
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Gas Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom: Double (4ft 6in) Bed. Oil central heating, gas, electricity (£25 per week, £15 per short break November-March), bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Washing machine on request. Freezer on request (shared with owner). Garden with patio area and garden furniture (shared). Private parking for 1 car. Please note: The garden has private river frontage.. Formerly part of the village mill, this atmospheric barn conversion stands on the banks of the Lowther, approached by a 50 metre track attached to the owner’s 18th-century cottage. Boasting original beams, river views, fishing on river next to property (fishing licence and permit required) and walking from the door, it is ideally situated within the Lake District National Park. Windermere, Penrith and Ullswater are all within easy driving distance. A perfect holiday retreat. Shop and pubs 1km.
Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Free WiFi
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
There is open water in the property grounds.
For bookings between November and 31st March there is a fuel supplement of 25GBP per week and 15GBP per short break. Please send a cheque to the owner one week prior to your holiday. For late bookings cash will be taken on arrival. Alternatively guests can arrange to pay the fuel surcharge by cash or BACS directly with the owner.
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview TV, CD Player, Gas Woodburner
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Gas Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom: Double (4ft 6in) Bed. Oil central heating, gas, electricity (£25 per week, £15 per short break November-March), bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Washing machine on request. Freezer on request (shared with owner). Garden with patio area and garden furniture (shared). Private parking for 1 car. Please note: The garden has private river frontage.. Formerly part of the village mill, this atmospheric barn conversion stands on the banks of the Lowther, approached by a 50 metre track attached to the owner’s 18th-century cottage. Boasting original beams, river views, fishing on river next to property (fishing licence and permit required) and walking from the door, it is ideally situated within the Lake District National Park. Windermere, Penrith and Ullswater are all within easy driving distance. A perfect holiday retreat. Shop and pubs 1km.
Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Free WiFi
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
There is open water in the property grounds.
For bookings between November and 31st March there is a fuel supplement of 25GBP per week and 15GBP per short break. Please send a cheque to the owner one week prior to your holiday. For late bookings cash will be taken on arrival. Alternatively guests can arrange to pay the fuel surcharge by cash or BACS directly with the owner.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
This property accepts a maximum of 1 pet(s)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
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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 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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room
About the area
Penrith
Located in Penrith, this cottage is in a rural area. Lowther Castle and Gardens and The Eden Millennium Monument are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Lakeland Bird of Prey Centre and Acorn Bank. Rookin House Activity Centre and Glenridding Sailing Centre are also worth visiting.

Askham, near Ullswater
What's nearby
- Lowther Castle and Gardens - 12 min walk - 1.0 km
- Lowther Park - 4 min drive - 4.4 km
- Penrith Castle - 8 min drive - 9.6 km
- Ullswater - 8 min drive - 8.3 km
- Whinfell Forest - 14 min drive - 13.8 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- McDonald's - 8 min drive
- Tim Hortons - 6 min drive
- The Rooster - 7 min drive
- Cafe St Oswalds - 7 min drive
- Arturo Lounge - 7 min drive
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