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Spacious gardens
Patio seating overlooking the pond
Cosy up with the wood burner
Plenty of room for all
Open plan lounge/diner
Dining area
Great for socialising
King-size bedroom
Lots for everyone to do
Enjoy the views
King-size bedroom
En-suite
Bathroom
Twin bedroom
Classicly decorated
Light and airy
Enjoy the garden on a sunny day
Take a seat in the sun
Pond in the garden
Originally built as the village school
1 / 20  Spacious gardens
2 / 20  Patio seating overlooking the pond
3 / 20  Cosy up with the wood burner
4 / 20  Plenty of room for all
5 / 20  Open plan lounge/diner
6 / 20  Dining area
7 / 20  Great for socialising
8 / 20  King-size bedroom
9 / 20  Lots for everyone to do
10 / 20  Enjoy the views
11 / 20  King-size bedroom
12 / 20  En-suite
13 / 20  Bathroom
14 / 20  Twin bedroom
15 / 20  Classicly decorated
16 / 20  Light and airy
17 / 20  Enjoy the garden on a sunny day
18 / 20  Take a seat in the sun
19 / 20  Pond in the garden
20 / 20  Originally built as the village school

Grammar School House

Watermillock, Lake District
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Sleeps 8
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 3
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
5 star
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Internet access
Pub nearby
Luxury
Family friendly
Sky TV
Parking on site / nearby
Decorated for Christmas
Towels included
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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Property code: LCC20

This spectacular property, in a stunning rural location, sleeps eight guests, making it ideal for family gatherings and celebrations with friends. Located less than 1 mile from Ullswater, regarded by many as the most beautiful lake in England, you’ll be spoilt for choice when it comes to gorgeous walks and jaw-dropping vantage points. In fact, the Ullswater Way, which winds around the entire lake, is just 100 metres from the property’s front door and can be combined with a cruise on the fabulous Ullswater Steamers.

The luxurious former village school provides wonderfully spacious accommodation. The kitchen/diner is a fantastic sociable area, with a large dining table to enjoy mealtimes as a group. The detached property boasts two lounges, making it easy for everyone to find their own little spot to unwind. The first has a cosy wood burner and patio doors which open onto the pond area of the garden. The second has reclining sofas and, for the musically minded, a piano to while away the hours. Outside, the peaceful garden is a haven of tranquillity and, thanks to the low light pollution, is the perfect place for an evening of stargazing. The inhouse information is regularly updated, giving you plenty of hints and tips to make the most out of your stay in this beautiful part of the world.

From the Ullswater Way, hop on and off the Ullswater Steamers to get a truly unique perspective of the landscape. You can also hire luxury motorboats and romantic rowing boats, if you want to travel in style. As you glide across the water, be sure to admire Wordsworth’s daffodils on the west shore and the expansive vistas of Lakeland’s highest mountains. Stop off at the Aira Force pier and take the enchanting stroll through ancient woodland to the magnificent waterfall.

  • 4 bedrooms - 2 king-size and 2 twins
  • Bathroom with bath and WC 2 shower rooms (1 en-suite) each with shower and WC
  • 2 Smart TVs/DVDs both with Sky channels including Sky Sports, iPod dock, and DAB radio
  • Wood burner AGA oven, microwave, American-style fridge/freezer, dishwasher
  • Laundry room with washing machine, and tumble dryer
  • 2 highchairs , 2 travel cots and 2 stairgates available
  • Off-road parking for 6 cars
  • Shop and pub within 1 mile
  • Piano in second lounge
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 2 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £350 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £40. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Lyndsey Casson

This property is personally managed by Lyndsey.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 26 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Carl 29th March 2024

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Excellent! Thoroughly recommend!!

Reviewed by Graham 16th February 2024

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Reviewed by Irene 20th January 2024

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Beautiful and clean everything that you need for a great time

Reviewed by Alison 6th October 2023

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The most well equipped cottage we have ever stayed in. This was our second visit and we will certainly come again. Brilliant location with shops and pubs in Pooley Bridge and walks from the doorstep. Recommend a visit to Dalmain for marmalade fudge - and the house and gardens.

Reviewed by Gill 22nd September 2023

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Very homely and comfortable house, extremely well equipped and all the information you need in a comprehensive folder. Great place for family & friends to get together! Highly recommended

Reviewed by Geoffrey 8th September 2023

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Reviewed by Chris 1st September 2023

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Very well equipped, very comfortable, loved the location and seeing red squirrels. Would love to return but the garden is currently not secure enough for an inquisitive dog.

Reviewed by Peter 10th July 2023

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Lovely house in a good location. Extremely well equipped with everything one needs. A very nice touch was the welcome pack which also included a bottle of wine. The owners have gone to great lengths to make this house a stay to remember.

Reviewed by Paul 19th May 2023

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Our second time staying in the beautiful school house. Another wonderful stay, lovely house, very clean and love the new showers that had been installed this time. quiet location, big garden, specially for our dogs very secure garden. Kitchen has everything you need and more. Comfy sitting areas, ideal for the perfect extended family holiday. . We Read moreWill be back again. Hide

Reviewed by Simon 12th May 2023

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We would change nothing, the house was superb for our needs, so well equipped and the location is incredible, some nice touches with an arrival pack, toiletries in each of the bathrooms etc.. Ullswater has a lot to offer with some superb walking and water sports all available which we took advantage of as a group.

Reviewed by Lindsay 29th April 2023

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Reviewed by Kathryn 14th April 2023

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Super property, the whole family loved it, attention to detail was excellent, very kind to leave tea,coffee and milk for arrival, much appreciated!

Reviewed by Katrina 31st March 2023

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Reviewed by Janice 22nd December 2022

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Lovely, roomy house which was perfect for our group. We managed to cook Christmas dinner in the Aga with no previous experience- it was an adventure which fortunately turned out well. I wouldnt hesitate to recommend the house, although its worth mentioning that the garden wasnt totally secure for the dogs.

Reviewed by Amanda 9th December 2022

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A very comfortable holiday cottage set in good grounds with lovely views. The kitchen was extremely well equipped, the living room was cosy with the log burner and the bed very comfortable. It was a real treat to see red squirrels in the garden and we were fortunate to have a week of blue sky days with frost and a little snow. Thoroughly enjoyed ouRead morerselves, as did our dogs, and would recommend to others. Hide

Reviewed by Alison 28th October 2022

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Reviewed by Norma 30th September 2022

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Reviewed by Harry 23rd September 2022

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A comfortable cottage in an excellent location. Plenty of parking space. A good range of equipment in the kitchen. Sky TV with sports went down well with the football fans in our party.

Reviewed by Elaine 9th September 2022

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A beautiful house which has been very lovingly and thoughtfully equipped and furnished. Perfect for all generations to enjoy a holiday in the peaceful surroundings of the Lake District. Can thoroughly recommend.

Reviewed by John Paul 2nd September 2022

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Reviewed by John 12th August 2022

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An ideal house in a great location, lots of character and everything you could want provided. A unique experience cooking on the Aga. The best recommendation we can give is would we go back for another family holiday? The answer is a positive yes from three generations of our family .

Reviewed by Lucy 5th August 2022

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Perfect holiday home. Beautiful location. Spotless inside and the most comfy beds! We saw red squirrels numerous times. We could not have asked for more. Thankyou so much for a perfect stay, all the family loved it.

Reviewed by Mary Bernadette 17th June 2022

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Great house in wonderful setting.

Reviewed by Paul 10th June 2022

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Fabulous cottage myself and the family stayed 5 of us in Total. Plenty of space, kitchen is huge with all the equipment you could think of the complimentary tea/coffee etc, was lovely touch on the arrival. The rooms are beautiful spacious clean beds, linning, towels and shower/bath soaps provided. Modern bathrooms. Cleanliness was 5*. The enclosed Read moregarden is beautifull and location of the cottage is ideal, Pooley Bridge 15mins, Keswick 18mins etc. Will definitely be returning. Hide

Reviewed by CHRISTINE 29th April 2022

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Just home from a wonderful two weeks in this fabulous house. All agreed that this is the most lovely, well-equipped cottage of the many we have stayed in! Beds very very comfy! The welcome pack, pre-holiday information and cottage instructions provided was excellent. Brilliant aga, a joy to use! Location is perfect, near lakes, shops, pubs, and yetRead more peacefully set within the fells, with walks direct from the door. Loved seeing birds, red squirrels, deer, lambs etc and cannot wait to return! Hide

Reviewed by Harry 22nd April 2022

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Fantastic cottage in a lovely location with everything you need. Comfortable beds and furniture. Spacious rooms. Nice bathrooms, Plenty of room for car parking. Abundant wildlife in the area especially red squirrels and deer. Ullswater Way right on the doorstep We are looking forward to revisiting in the near future.

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Spacious gardens
Patio seating overlooking the pond
Cosy up with the wood burner
Plenty of room for all
Open plan lounge/diner
Dining area
Great for socialising
King-size bedroom
Lots for everyone to do
Enjoy the views
King-size bedroom
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