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A superior detached spacious cottage in an idyllic, truly rural location.

Cottage with kitchen, near Ullswater

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Terrace/patio
Property grounds
Fireplace
Exterior
Dishwasher, high chair
Nestled in an idyllic rural location, Lookin How offers a serene retreat. Relax in the conservatory surrounded by red squirrels, birds, and scenic views of Aira Beck flowing by. Unwind with a woodburner on chilly evenings or enjoy comfortable seating areas outside.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

4 bedrooms2 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Outdoor space
  • Free WiFi

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

A superior detached spacious cottage in an idyllic, truly rural location.

A superior detached spacious cottage in an idyllic, truly rural location.. 2 steps to entrance.

Ground Floor:

Living room: TV, Woodburner

Dining room: Books

Kitchen: Breakfast Area, Electric Oven, Electric Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher, Coffee Machine, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer, Sliding Door Leading To Patio

Conservatory: Patio Doors Leading To Patio

Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed

Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds

Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet

First Floor:

Bedroom 3: Kingsize (5ft) Bed

Bedroom 4: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds

Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet. Central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and superfast broadband included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Cot and highchair available on request. . Front garden. Rear sitting-out areas with garden furniture. Private parking. No smoking. Please note: There are slopes in the grounds.. A beautiful, spacious, detached cottage situated on the edge of the hamlet of Dockray. Tastefully furnished throughout to a very good standard. Relax in the conservatory whilst watching red squirrels, a variety of birds, Aira Beck flowing by and the fells beyond. The living room is a lovely bright sunny room overlooking the beck, with ample comfortable seating. A wood burner entices you to spend evenings in front of it whatever the weather! The dining room is furnished with a magnificent mahogany table, antique pieces and a bookcase containing all your holiday reading. Also on the ground floor is a cupboard containing toys, jigsaws etc.

Lookin How is well situated to make use of all the walking and cycling opportunities that this stunning part of the Lake District has to offer, just out of the door. Two minutes walk down the road is a pub serving delicious food, and it also has a tea room and art gallery. The market towns of Penrith and Keswick are a 20-minute drive, providing excellent shopping facilities, pubs and restaurants. Also nearby you will find Rheged - an award-winning visitor attraction. Shop and restaurant 4 miles, pub 100 yards.

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher

Bedrooms

  • 4 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Outdoor areas

  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Safety features

  • No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with EU regulations about consumer rights, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

Property is also known as

4 Bedroom Accommodation in Dockray Penrith
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About the area

Located in Penrith, this cottage is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Ullswater and Lodore Falls. Rookin House Activity Centre and Glenridding Sailing Centre are also worth visiting.
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Dockray

What's nearby

  • Ullswater - 2 min drive - 3.0 km
  • Aira Force - 4 min drive - 1.0 km
  • Castlerigg Stone Circle - 16 min drive - 22.9 km
  • Derwentwater - 21 min drive - 27.5 km
  • Lodore Falls - 25 min drive - 30.4 km

Getting around

  • Langwathby Station - 19 min drive
  • Carlisle (CAX) - 53 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Travellers Rest Glenridding - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Pooley Bridge Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Ullswater Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Horse and Farrier Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Living Space - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is A superior detached spacious cottage in an idyllic, truly rural location. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at A superior detached spacious cottage in an idyllic, truly rural location.?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at A superior detached spacious cottage in an idyllic, truly rural location.?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is A superior detached spacious cottage in an idyllic, truly rural location. located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Aira Force and Gowbarrow Fall. Ullswater and Rookin House Activity Centre are also within 3 miles (5 km).

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