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1010 out of 10
Exceptional
Popular amenities
- Onsite parking available
- Pet-friendly
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Garden
- Internet access
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Bedroom #1
1 King Bed
Bedroom #2
2 Single Beds
Bedroom #3
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom #1
Bathtub or shower · Toilet
Spaces
Kitchen
Garden
About this property
2 Gowbarrow Cottages - Lovely garden & Dog-friendly
Situated on the northern shores of Ullswater in the hamlet of Watermillock, No 2 Gowbarrow Cottages is one of three stone-built cottages dating back to 1922. They were formally used as accommodation for staff working at the nearby Leeming House (now a hotel). Each has a pretty garden to the front, which offers great views of the fells.
This mid-terrace cottage spans two floors. The ground floor comprises an open-plan kitchen, dining area, and a wood-burning fire. The kitchen has modern appliances, including an electric oven, hob, dishwasher, washing machine, etc.
The living room is a separate room accessible from the kitchen and dining area. It comprises comfy sofas, lamps, a Freeview Smart TV with streaming services and views of the garden and the fells beyond.
Upstairs are the three bedrooms: a king-size double bedroom and two twin bedrooms. The bathroom has a large bath, perfect for relaxing after a day out walking, a shower over, a toilet basin and a heated towel rail.
There is lots to do in the Ullswater area; nearby is Aira Force, a special series of waterfalls accessed via a walking trail that continues to Gowbarrow Fell. On the lakeshore is Airaforce Jetty; from here, you can hop in board one of the Ullswater Steamers and sail north to Pooley Bridge, where you'll find a great choice of pubs, cafes, and a few shops, or south to Glenridding, which also offers a good choice of places to eat.
Penrith and Keswick are within easy reach if you fancy exploring further afield. These are much larger towns; here you will find many shops, restaurants, and supermarkets.
Overall, Gowbarrow Cottages offers great accommodation in a fantastic location! This property can be rented alongside No 3 Gowbarrow Cottages, located next door and sleeping six guests - perfect for a holiday with friends or family while maintaining an element of privacy.
ACCOMMODATION SUMMARY
Ground Floor
Kitchen/dining room - This Open-Plan room comprises an electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, microwave, kettle, toaster, washing machine, and a good selection of pots, pans, crockery, etc., a dining table with six chairs, and a wood-burning fire.
Living Room - Sofa seating, Freeview Smart TV with steaming services (Own accounts required)
First Floor
Bedroom 1 - King-size double bed
Bedroom 2 - Two 2'6" single beds
Bedroom 3 - Two 2'6" single beds
Bathroom - Bath with shower over, basin, an electric heated towel rail, and a toilet.
WC - Toilet and a basin.
Outside
Parking for up to two cars to the rear.
Enclosed garden to the front with garden furniture and views of the fells.
Summer house to the rear with chairs.
THINGS TO NOTE
The rental includes bed linen, towels, services, WiFi, and a starter wood supply for the fire (usually sufficient for the first night).
Modern electric radiators throughout.
Two dogs are permitted - costing £15.00ea per stay.
The garden is enclosed, but it's not escape-proof for dogs. Please do not leave your dogs unattended at any time.
A travel cot and a high chair are available on request.
Parking for up to two cars.
Charging electric vehicles is not permitted.
You will need your own account to use the Smart TV streaming services.
Smoking (including vapes & e-cigarettes) is not permitted indoors.
Weekly arrivals on a Saturday.
Arrival time 16:00 | Departure time: 10:00
This mid-terrace cottage spans two floors. The ground floor comprises an open-plan kitchen, dining area, and a wood-burning fire. The kitchen has modern appliances, including an electric oven, hob, dishwasher, washing machine, etc.
The living room is a separate room accessible from the kitchen and dining area. It comprises comfy sofas, lamps, a Freeview Smart TV with streaming services and views of the garden and the fells beyond.
Upstairs are the three bedrooms: a king-size double bedroom and two twin bedrooms. The bathroom has a large bath, perfect for relaxing after a day out walking, a shower over, a toilet basin and a heated towel rail.
There is lots to do in the Ullswater area; nearby is Aira Force, a special series of waterfalls accessed via a walking trail that continues to Gowbarrow Fell. On the lakeshore is Airaforce Jetty; from here, you can hop in board one of the Ullswater Steamers and sail north to Pooley Bridge, where you'll find a great choice of pubs, cafes, and a few shops, or south to Glenridding, which also offers a good choice of places to eat.
Penrith and Keswick are within easy reach if you fancy exploring further afield. These are much larger towns; here you will find many shops, restaurants, and supermarkets.
Overall, Gowbarrow Cottages offers great accommodation in a fantastic location! This property can be rented alongside No 3 Gowbarrow Cottages, located next door and sleeping six guests - perfect for a holiday with friends or family while maintaining an element of privacy.
ACCOMMODATION SUMMARY
Ground Floor
Kitchen/dining room - This Open-Plan room comprises an electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, microwave, kettle, toaster, washing machine, and a good selection of pots, pans, crockery, etc., a dining table with six chairs, and a wood-burning fire.
Living Room - Sofa seating, Freeview Smart TV with steaming services (Own accounts required)
First Floor
Bedroom 1 - King-size double bed
Bedroom 2 - Two 2'6" single beds
Bedroom 3 - Two 2'6" single beds
Bathroom - Bath with shower over, basin, an electric heated towel rail, and a toilet.
WC - Toilet and a basin.
Outside
Parking for up to two cars to the rear.
Enclosed garden to the front with garden furniture and views of the fells.
Summer house to the rear with chairs.
THINGS TO NOTE
The rental includes bed linen, towels, services, WiFi, and a starter wood supply for the fire (usually sufficient for the first night).
Modern electric radiators throughout.
Two dogs are permitted - costing £15.00ea per stay.
The garden is enclosed, but it's not escape-proof for dogs. Please do not leave your dogs unattended at any time.
A travel cot and a high chair are available on request.
Parking for up to two cars.
Charging electric vehicles is not permitted.
You will need your own account to use the Smart TV streaming services.
Smoking (including vapes & e-cigarettes) is not permitted indoors.
Weekly arrivals on a Saturday.
Arrival time 16:00 | Departure time: 10:00
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About the area
Penrith
Penrith is home to this holiday home. High Cup Winery and Keswick Climbing Wall are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Ullswater and Lake Windermere. Glenridding Sailing Centre and Rookin House Activity Centre are also worth visiting.

Watermillock, Cumbria
What's nearby
- Ullswater - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
- Derwentwater - 26 min drive - 37.8 km
- Lodore Falls - 40 min drive - 42.0 km
- Lake Windermere - 47 min drive - 64.1 km
- World of Beatrix Potter - 58 min drive - 73.0 km
Getting around
- Penrith Station - 17 min drive
- Carlisle (CAX) - 55 min drive
Restaurants
- Crown Inn - 4 min drive
- Pooley Bridge Inn - 4 min drive
- Herdwick Inn - 7 min drive
- The Royal at Dockray - 5 min drive
- Travellers Rest Glenridding - 7 min drive
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